Training & Certification Crosswalks

Military Transfer Assurance Guides and Crosswalks

Military Transfer Assurance Guides (MTAGs) and crosswalks provide an easy to understand conversion table which matches YSU courses with the various military courses or occupational specialties that have been evaluated by the State (MTAGS) or the university (departmental).  Evaluations of military occupations and courses  are ongoing, and the ones listed in the crosswalk have been officially approved, but more will be added as time goes on.  If you do not see your particular military course or occupation listed in our crosswalk, see the Office of Veterans Affairs for assistance in downloading your Joint Service Transcript, so that you can work individually with the appropriate department for an assessment of your military training.

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YSU has identified many military courses and occupations that are transferrable as YSU credits.  You can see all current equivalencies by accessing the military credit table.The table also contains the updated MTAGs identified by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.

 

Certifications and Licensure Course Credit Crosswalk

YSU will evaluate and may award credit for recognized proficiencies that equate to specific courses offered at their institutions through certifications and licensure. A crosswalk of major certifications and licensure and course credit by exemption are listed. The certification listed meets or exceeds credit for the corresponding course(s) listed. Students may receive pre-approved credit for certifications and licensure, without completing a portfolio. However, official documentation of licensure/certification may be required. Contact the PLA Coordinator for more information. 

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  • Columbiana County Career & Technical Center

    *MUST HAVE ALL 4 CERTIFICATIONS TO RECEIVE THE CREDITS

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    #1 Information Technology Career PassportCSIS 1500Computer Literacy3
    #2 PC Pro/A+ CertificationCSIS 1525Survey of Modern Operating System3
    #3 Copper CertificationINFO 3774Multimedia Technology4
    #4 Interactive Media Certification of CompletionCSIS 1514Multimedia Technology3

  • Computer Science

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    COMPTIA A+CSIS 2620System Configuration and Maintenance3
    Cisco PCAP - Programming Essentials in PythonCSIS 1595Fundamentals of Programming and Problem Solving 12
    Certified Java SE 11 DeveloperCSIS 37XECComputer Science Electives3
    Cisco JavaScript Essentials 1CSIS 26XECComputer Science Electives3
    Certified Ethical HackerCSIS 37XECComputer Science Electives3
    AWS Certified Solutions Architect - AssociateCSIS 37XECComputer Science Electives3
    AWS Certified Solutions Architect - ProfessionalCSIS 48XECComputer Science Electives3
    AWS Certified Security - SpecialtyCSIS 37XECComputer Science Electives3
    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) CertificationCSIS 48XECComputer Science Electives3

  • Core Civic

    *Must have completed on board training and have minimum of one year of service with CORE CIVIC

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    Core CivicCRJS 37XECCRIMINAL JUSTICE ELECTIVES14

  • Coordinated Program in Dietetics

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     FNUT 3761LClinical Nutrition Laboratory4
     FNUT 4860LClinical Nutrition Laboratory 23
     FNUT 4858LFoodservice Systems Management Laboratory4
     FNUT 4872LMaternal & Child Nutrition Laboratory2
     FNUT 4873LNutrition & Aging Laboratory2
     FNUT 4874LCommunity Nutrition Laboratory2

  • Criminal Justice Employment and Life Learning Experience

    *Employed for a minimum of two years with a criminal justice agency and completed required training

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     CRJS 4807Criminal Justice Internship12

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  • Dental Hygiene - Expanded Functions for the Dental Auxiliary (EFDA)

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     DHYG 4845Expanded Functions for the Dental Hygienist3
     DHYG 4845LExpanded Functions for the Dental Hygienist Lab1
     DHYG 4855LExpanded Functions Clinical2

  • Dental Hygiene License

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    Dental Hygiene License

    AHLT 37XEC in BSAS Allied Health 

    completion Program only

    		Allied Health Upper Division elective credits10

    Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Certification

    *The national board of surgical technology and surgical assisting – official verification of certification with certification number

    Credits can only be applied to the Allied Health on-line completion program

    		AHLT 37XECAllied Health Electives10

    Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Certification – ARDMS

    *The RVT credential to certify medical professionals in the vascular ultrasound field- official verification of certification with certification number

    Credits can only be applied to the Allied Health on-line completion program

    		AHLT 37XECAllied Health Electives10

    ARRT Certification and Registration-radiological technology certification

    *Certification and registration requires satisfaction of certain professional standards in medical imaging, interventional procedures, or radiation therapy- official verification of certification with certification number

    Credits can only be applied to the Allied Health on-line completion program

    		AHLT 37XECAllied Health Electives10

    Physical Therapist Assistant Education and Licensure

    *You must graduate from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education-accredited physical therapist assistant education program and pass a state-administered national exam to obtain licensure or certification required in most states- official verification of certification with certification number.

    Credits can only be applied to the Allied Health on-line completion program

    		AHLT 37XECAllied Health Electives10

    Certified occupational therapy assistant

    *Pass the National Board of Occupational Therapists (NBCOT) COTA examination- official verification of certification with certification number

    Credits can only be applied to the Allied Health on-line completion program

    		AHLT 37XECAllied Health Electives10

    Local Anesthesia Administration by Dental Hygienists

    *Accredited program – Written regional or state exam Statute 15 hrs didactic; 14 hrs clinical Official verification of certification with certification number

    Credits can only be applied to the Allied Health on-line completion program

    		AHLT 37XECAllied Health Electives10

    AWS Certified Cloud Practium and AWS Certified Developer

    (Course offered through Division of Workforce and Innovation at YSU)

    		CSCI 48XECCSCI Elective Credit3

    AWS Certified Data Analytics

    (Course offered through Division of Workforce and Innovation at YSU)

    		ACCT 6940Data Analytics for Accounting3

  • DD214 Military Deployment

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     GEOG 5850International Area Study3

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  • Educational Aid Permit (Ohio Dept. of Educ.)

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     ECIS 2600 and 2629Early Childhood Intervention Specialist6

  • EMT Certificate with the state of Ohio and National Registration Certificate

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     EMS 1500Emergency Medical Technician4
     EMS 1500CEmergency Medical Technician Clinical and Field Internship1
     EMS 1500LEmergency Medical Technician Laboratory2

  • Exercise Science

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    NSCA-CSPSKSS 4810Exercise Testing and Prescription 35
    NSCA-CSCSKSS 1560Resistance Training1
     KSS 3760Strength Training and Conditioning3
    ACSM-GEIKSS 1559Aerobic Conditioning Activities2
     KSS 2625Pedagogical Aspects of Exercise Science3
    ACSM-EPKSS 3700Exercise Testing and Prescription 14
     KSS 3730Exercise Testing and Prescription 24
    ACSM-CEPKSS 3700Exercise Testing and Prescription 14
     KSS 3730Exercise Testing and Prescription 24
     KSS 4810Exercise Testing and Prescription 34
    ACE-Group Fitness InstructorKSS 1559Aerobic Conditioning Activities2
     KSS 2625Pedagogical Aspects of Exercise Science3
    ACE-Personal TrainerKSS 1560Resistance Training1
     KSS 1559Aerobic Conditioning Activities2
    WellCoaches©​-Certified Well CoachKSS 4875Exercise Counseling & Behavioral Strategies4
        

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  • Federal Communication Commission License

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     TCOM 37XECFCC License Amateur Radio Technician3
      FCC License General with Amateur Radio4
      FCC License Extra with General and Amateur Radio Technician License5

  • Federal Emergency Management Administration

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     CRJS 26XECIS 100: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)1
     CRJS 37XECIS 130: How to be an Exercise Evaluator3
      IS 200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response3
      IS 200: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response3
      IS 300: Mid-level Management / Command Staff for FEMA 3
     PHLT 5812IS 400: Command and Staff in an ICS Organization3
      IS 700: An introduction to NIMS3
      IS 800: National Response Framework, An Introduction 3

  • Fire Fighter - Ohio Fire Academy; Division of State Fire Marshall

    Must complete Ohio Fire Academy; Division of State Fire Marshall to receive YSU credits

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     KSS 1500Physical Activity Core Concepts1
     KSS 1524Physical Fitness and Exercise Program1
     KSS 1528Advanced Physical Fitness and Exercise Program1
     KSS 2605Sports First Aid and Injury Prevention3
     FSCI 3720Forensic Fire and Explosives Investigation3

  • First Aid, CPR & AED

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     KSS 2605Sports First Aid and Injury Prevention3

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  • Graphic Design

    Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Through Portfolio for the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

    At our university, we recognize that students may have acquired valuable knowledge and skills through life experiences. These experiences can be equivalent to the courses we offer. Our PLA option allows students to have their life experiences evaluated as educational experiences and credited toward their degree.

    How It Works:

    • Past Employment: If you’ve worked as a professional designer, your employment history can contribute to your credits.
    • Designed Portfolio: Your professional design portfolio from your past employment as a designer shows your skills, creativity, and expertise. It demonstrates your ability to apply design principles effectively. You will submit a designed PDF of the work you have created as a full-time designer. The portfolio submitted should be between 5 and 15 separate projects. (5 professional pieces can equate to 3 credits, so if you have 15 professional pieces in your portfolio, they will equate to nine credits.)
    • Resume Review: Please submit your resume so faculty can review your professional experience. Your resume should have contact information for your past or current supervisor.
    • Employment Verification: To verify your past employment, we collaborate with employers to confirm your professional experience.
    • Credit Range:
    • Based on the evaluation of your prior learning, you can earn between 3 to 9 credits for your past employment, portfolio, resume review, and employment verification.

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  • H&R Block Tax Preparation Certificate

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    H&R Block Tax Preparation CertificateACCT 15XECIntroduction to Income Tax Preparation3
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  • IBM Pre-Apprenticeship Certifications

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    IBM Data ScienceCSIS 26XECData Science Pre-Apprentice Certificate5
     CSIS 2699CSIS Internship1
    IBM Software EngineerCSIS 26XEC

    Software Engineer Technical Foundations

    Pre-Apprentice

    		2
     CSIS 2699CSIS Internship1
    IBM IT Support Specialist Pre-ApprenticeCSIS 2699IT Support Specialist Pre-Apprentice2
     CSIS 2699CSIS Internship1
    Apprenticeship/Journeyman Training*Maximum of thirty (30) semester hours may be granted to individuals who have completed four years of apprenticeship/journeyman training or life learning. Apprenticeships must have the approval of the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training in the U.S. Department of Labor.*Must provide Journeyman's Card to receive credit30

  • Industrial Electrical Helper Certificate Program

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    NLMK PennsylvaniaEET 3710ELECTRICAL MACHINES3
     EET 3710LELECTRICAL MACHINES LAB1
     CCET 1504CAD TECHNOLOGY2

  • International Institute of Original Medicine*

    Bachelor of Science in Original Medicine

    *Must complete the Bachelor's Degree to receive the following YSU credits

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     COUN 1587Introduction to Health and Wellness in Contemporary Society3
     FNUT 26XECFood and Nutrition Electives9
     FNUT 1543Personal Nutrition6
     FNUT 1551Normal Nutrition9
     FNUT 37XECFood and Nutrition Electives12
     HAHS 1500Introduction to Bitonte College of Health and Human Services3
     PLA 2600Prior Learning Assessment Elective Hours3

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  • Mahoning County Career and Technical Center (Adult Career Center)

    Culinary and Restaurant Management Certificate

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     FNUT 1553Food Science and Management Principles3
     FNUT 1553LFood Science and Management Principles Lab1

  • McDonald's Corporation

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    MCD-0060 Serve SafeFNUT 1512Food Safety & Sanitation1
    MCD-0053 Shift ManagementFNUT 2612Food Systems, Operations, Production and Service3
     FNUT 2612LFood Systems, Operations, Productions and Service Lab1

  • Medical Coder

    In order to obtain the following credit, a student needs to produce a diploma and transcript.  Student needs to have completed the equivalent of 3 semesters of coursework (4 quarters of coursework) full-time equivalent.

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    Medical CoderMATC 1501Medical Terminology3
     AHLT 26XECALLIED HEALTH CREDITS3
     AHLT 37XECALLIED HEALTH CREDITS3
     AHLT 3711Health Care Information Systems3
     AHLT 3717Health Care Policy3

  • Meridia Health System, School of Diagnostic Medical Imaging

    Radiologic Technology Program

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     AHLT 37XECAllied Health Elective Credits15

  • Minister of the Gospel, Ordained Minister or equivalent

    *Must have certification and education transcript

    *Must complete the Bachelor's Degree to receive the below YSU credits

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     REL 37XECReligious Studies Elective Credits6

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  • National Institute of Technology

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    Associate Degree in Medical Business & Clinical SpecialistAHLT 37XECAllied Health Credits15

  • New Castle School of Trades

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    Associate Degree in Machine TechnologyMET 2606 or CCET 1503 and 1504Drafting & Plan Reading4
     MET 2630LManufacturing Techniques Laboratory1
     MET 4812Numerical Control3
     ISEN 37XECIndustrial and Systems Engineering3
    Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) InstructorAHLT 4813Advanced Cardiac and Pediatric Life Support3

    Cosmetology & Manicurist

    Student must complete 900+ clock hours to receive the 30 credits

    		PLA 2600Prior Learning Assessment30
    Phlebotomy TechnicianMLT 15XECPhlebotomy Technician1

  • Nurse Aid Training & Registry (PA Dept. of Health) Paralegal

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     NURS 26XECNursing Credits3
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  • Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     SCWK 3740 and 3742Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certificate (CDCA Certificate)6

  • Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction*

    Training Certification

    Must have completed on-board training and have a minimum of one year service with ODRC

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     CRJS 37XECCriminal Justice Elective Credits14

  • Ohio Department of Youth Services

    Pre-Services Training Certification

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    Pre-Services Training and Lifelong LearningCRJS 37XECCriminal Justice Upper Division Elective Credit8

  • Ohio Peace Officer (OPOTA)

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    Ohio Peace Officer (OPOTA)CRJS 3777Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training16

  • Ohio Practical Nursing License (LPN) *Nursing Major

    *Student must provide the LPN license for Ohio.

    ProgramsYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     NURS 2610Contemporary Nursing3
     NURS 2645Professional Nursing 18

  • Ohio State Highway Patrol

    *Students must supply training transcript for the Ohio State Highway Patrol

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    Criminal JusticeCRJS 3777Ohio Police Officer Basic Training16
    Criminal JusticeCRJS 2601Policing3
    Criminal JusticeCRJS 2602Criminal Courts3

  • OSHA 10 Hour Training

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    OSHA 10 Hour TrainingPHLT 15XECPublic Health Elective Credit1

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  • Paralegal

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    ParalegalCRJS 3720Legal Research3
     CRJS 37XECGeneral Criminal Justice Elective Credits9
     CRJS 3718Family Law3
     CRJS 37XECGeneral Criminal Justice Elective Credits6

  • Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

    Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     AHLT 37XECAllied Health Elective Credits10

  • Professional Coding

    Medical-American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     AHLT 37XECAllied Health Elective Credits3

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  • Real Estate

    *To be eligible for credits in the College of Business, a PLA evaluation would need completed upon evidence of license.

    *MUST HAVE ALL 4 CERTIFICATIONS TO RECEIVE THE CREDITS

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
    1. Ohio Real Estate Principles and PracticesHMGT 15XECHospitality Management Electives3
    2. Ohio Real Estate Law   
    3. Ohio Real Estate Finance   
    4. Ohio Real Estate Appraisal   

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  • Youngstown Police Department

    *Must produce documents indicating current employment and training with YPD

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     CRJS 3777OPOTA16
     CRJS 2601Policing3
     CRJS 2602Criminal Courts3

  • YSU Sanctioned Study Abroad

     *Awarded to domestic students who study abroad for the duration of 15 weeks or more or for International students who complete 15 weeks or more of full-time study at YSU.  Advisor/chair of department must petition for the SPA waiver.

    ProgramYSU CourseCourse TitleSemester Hours
     PLA 3700General Education Course - Social & Personal Awareness0

     

Apprenticeships must have the approval of the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training in the U.S. Department of Labor.  Below are examples:

  • Cyber Security Support Technician
  • Information Technology Support Specialist
  • IBM Data Scientist Apprentice