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Cloud Computing

Microcredential

Kickstart a career in cloud administration and IT operations. This microcredential prepares you for AWS Cloud Practitioner and SysOps certifications, providing key skills for today’s tech workforce.

Microcredential
6 Credit Hours
100% Online

Program Overview

Cloud computing technologies are becoming the industry standard practice for all business operations. Learn how to design network infrastructure, create virtual private clouds, and familiarize yourself with Amazon Web Services (AWS).

  • Careers in Cloud Computing

    AWS certifications prepare you for a range of entry-level cloud computing and technical support careers, including:

    • Cloud Engineer
    • DevOps Engineer
    • Networking Specialist
    • Site Reliability Engineer
    • Support Specialist
    • SysOps Administrator
  • Apply Your Credits Toward a Degree

    The credits you earn in this microcredential may count toward an FLCC degree, allowing you to build career-ready skills while making progress toward your goals.

    Related degree programs include:

    Meet with an advisor to learn how these credits can fit into your degree plan.

  • Earn Industry Credentials

    Our Cloud Computing microcredential program aligns with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Academy. This innovative curriculum keeps you at the forefront of cloud technologies to help you get hired in a rapidly growing industry.

    Prepare to take the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner and AWS Systems Operator Administrator certification exams.

  • Cloud Computing Microcredential Courses

    Earn this microcredential by completing the following courses:

    Note: CSC 153 is a prerequisite for CSC 253.

    Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements.

    Academic Catalog

Costs and Aid

Microcredentials are charged on a per-credit-hour basis. Our part-time rate includes tuition and standard fees for NYS residents, plus any other fees for specific courses, labs, and online instruction. Access to financial aid varies by part-time and full-time status, household finances, and other circumstances. 

Microcredential Page Cost Statistics

$234

in-state part-time tuition per credit hour.
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$23M

in financial aid was awarded to our students last year.
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