Get a head start on a computer- or technology-related bachelor’s degree at University of Maryland Global Campus by earning credit for one or more of your CompTIA certifications. These certifications are highly coveted in the industry and demonstrate your mastery of unique topic areas within the fields of IT and cybersecurity, including penetration testing, incident detection, technical support, cloud computing, Linux competency, and network security. UMGC will award course credit for certifications you’ve earned, allowing you to save time and money while fulfilling course requirements that can be applied to our bachelor’s degrees in applied technology and computer science; our undergraduate certificates in computer networking and cloud computing and networking; and more.
View Certifications in Your Industry
You may earn UMGC course credit for several of your certifications in multiple industries. UMGC articulates credit for certifications in industries that include accounting, cybersecurity, HR, technology, and more. Access the dropdown menu to review certifications in your business area.
How CompTIA Certifications Equate to UMGC Course Credit
UMGC articulates specific CompTIA certifications to UMGC course credit as follows. If you have any questions about an existing articulation, a certification with a UMGC course equivalency that is not yet determined, or a certification that does not appear on this list, please contact Student Records.
| Industry Certification | Course Equivalent |
|---|---|
| CompTIA A+ | CMIT 202 |
| CompTIA Cloud+ | CMIT 326 |
| CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) | CMIT 421 |
| CompTIA Linux+ | CMIT 291 |
| CompTIA Network+ | CMIT 265 |
| CompTIA PenTest+ | CMIT 386 |
| CompTIA Security+ | CMIT 320 |