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Ocean County College embedded three (3) courses with the following industry credentials: (1) CompTIA A+, (2) CompTIA Network +, and (3) Amazon Web Services (AWS) into the Associate of Science in Computer Science degree program. Students who successfully attain these industry credentials by passing all corresponding professional examinations earn up to 10 college credits. With these industry stackable credentials, students earn college credits toward a degree and are equipped with the necessary skills to enter the technology workforce. 

Ocean County College updated credit curriculum to ensure all content and skills are embedded in credit sequence.  The pilot for industry valued credential examinations course preparation will be offered Spring 2023.  OCC will hold two information sessions with Computer Sciences majors in their 3rd and 4th semesters highlighting opportunities to take industry certification examinations. Students who successfully complete industry enhanced courses are equipped with the necessary skills to enter the technology workforce. 

Essex County College reviewed and embedded three CompTIA curricula (IT Fundamentals ITF+, A+ Core I & II) industry credentials into the Associate of Science in Computer Science degree program. Students who successfully complete and document content competencies through CompTIA stackable industry certifications in all three (3) curricula (ITF+, A+ Core I & II), are eligible for seven (7) Essex County College credits. With these industry stackable credentials, students are ready to enter the workforce.