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AACC offers introductory computer classes and advanced technology training that can help you develop new technology skills and enhance existing ones. From beginner to intermediate to advanced, we have options for all learners.

  • Prepare for industry-standard certification
  • Dive into a new IT/cyber career with entry-level training
  • Achieve your personal goals in technology at your leisure
  • Improve your knowledge of the latest software and hardware 

Courses and Certifications

Computer Fundamentals

Introduction to Programming

  • CTR-392 Python Programming: Intro

Microsoft Excel

  • CTU-327 Microsoft Excel: Introduction
  • CTU-328 Microsoft Excel: Intermediate

Quickbooks and Accounting

  • CTU-340 Quickbooks: Computer Accounting

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

  • CPT-501 Intro to Artificial Intelligence

Introduction to Machine Learning

  • CPT-502 Intro to Machine Learning

Basic Skills

  • CTU-339 Essential Computer Skills

Microsoft Excel

  • CTU-327 Microsoft Excel: Introduction
  • CTU-328 Microsoft Excel: Intermediate

Quickbooks and Accounting

  • CTU-340 Quickbooks: Computer Accounting

A+ PC Repair Technician CompTIA A+ Certification Prep

  • NTW-575 CompTIA A+ Certification Prep

Cybersecurity Certification Prep Courses

  • NTW-577 CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam Preparation
  • NTW-576 CompTIA Security+ Certification Preparation

Introduction to Programming

  • CTR-392 Python Programming: Intro

Online Courses

Anne Arundel Community College offers a variety of online, instructor-led, virtual and self-paced courses in programming, coding and scripting.

OLA-358 Introduction to CSS3 and HTML5

Designed to fast-track jobseekers in cybersecurity roles, the Cyber Workforce Accelerator’s Workforce Development Program features BCR Cyber’s SOC Operations Analyst I (SOCOA I) Training and Certification. This program is delivered at no cost to participants and prepares you for entry-level security operations center roles, providing technical cybersecurity knowledge including threat analysis, security operations, enterprise security and hands-on incident response.

Eligibility Requirements

  1. Must be enrolled at Anne Arundel Community College
  2. Must have or be seeking an associate degree in IT/cybersecurity (minimum of 30 credits completed) OR have two of the following certifications: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ or CompTIA Security+
  3. Must be looking for employment in IT/cybersecurity
  4. Must be a U.S. citizen
  5. Must be domiciled in Maryland
  6. Must have no criminal convictions
  7. Must be 18 years old or older or 17 turning 18 within six months of the program start

Students will be directed to Bridging Cyber Training upon registration. Classes will be held through Bridging Cyber's online portal.

This program consists of three courses for a total of 200 total hours of instruction.

Students must successfully complete the following courses to be issued a certificate of completion for this program:

The total program cost for Anne Arundel County residents is $6,644, which includes instruction and fees. Scholarships are available.

Note: Students must have an operational web camera and a computer with at least 8GB of memory.


Job Outlook

Our program will prepare you for the following careers:

  • Data entry
  • Office clerk
  • Customer service representative
  • Office and administrative support
  • Secretary/administrative assistants
  • Bookkeeping
  • Word processor/typist
  • Receptionist
  • Document management specialist

A few of the top skills found in those who pursue a career in this field include:

  • Communication
  • Customer service
  • Management
  • Mathematics

Flexible Scheduling

Wondering how to fit in a course with your busy lifestyle? Worried you don't have time to learn new skills? Don’t worry! Many of our noncredit courses are a total of just 10 to 20 hours spread across a few nights or on the weekends.

Along with instructor-led virtual training, we also offer self-paced online courses so that you can login and learn at any hour of the day.