We are excited to present the Texas Army National Guard with Credentialing Assistance (CA) opportunities across the state of Texas. Using the Army's CA program, we have connected with the University of Texas at Austin-Extended Campus to offer specific credentials that are beneficial to the Army and civilian workforce. Below are the upcoming dates and registration links.
Be advised that these classes have hard deadlines and cannot be added after specific dates given. This is policy not preference. All applicants must:
- Have an active ArmyIgnited Account
- Be in good standing on ArmyIgnited- not flagged
- Have remaining FY funds or be prepared to pay out of pocket
- Have at least 31 days remaining from their ETS by the training end date.
- Be prepared to commit to the training
A list of upcoming classes can be found at: https://professionaled.utexas.edu/military
Credentialing Assistance Class Offerings
Hybrid/Camp Mabry- 2200 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703
- Project Management Certificate
- This program is intended to enhance your project
management skills through a globally recognized process and a proven framework for leading and directing projects and teams. You will learn the most up-to-date methodology for delivering project results within constraints such as schedule, budget, and available resources.
- Personal Trainer Certificate Program (W.I.T.S)
- This program is designed to help you start a successful career as a trainer. Taught over a seven-week period, the program covers key topics including bio-mechanics, exercise physiology, fitness testing, equipment usage and health assessment. National exams are conducted during the final week of the program, and students who pass are eligible to begin a 30-hour internship and ultimately earn certification with the World Instructor Training Schools (W.I.T.S.).
- Human Resource Management Certificate Program
- The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the world’s largest professional society dedicated to serving human resource professionals at all levels and functions. This program’s curriculum is designed by global subject matter experts and covers the entire SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™), preparing you to take the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP®) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®) certification exams through expert instruction and peer discussion.
- CompTIA Security+
- The Cybersecurity Certification Program is an in-depth discussion and look into the concepts needed to be successful on the CompTIA Security+ (Sy0-601) . In this course, the learner will be introduced to a range of introductory cybersecurity topics. Learners will receive a baseline understanding of common cybersecurity threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities. Topics will also include: network security fundamentals, cryptography, security protocols and controls, operation and incident response, organizational policies, ethics, and career awareness. This course will provide students with hands-on exercises using CompTIA’s CertMaster, the EPIC Cyber Range, and cybersecurity labs designed by Cyber.org. Emphasis is on understanding the foundational cybersecurity concepts rather than just memorizing facts.
For more information on these classes and how to register, please contact Meredith Crawford or Melissa Kirk at ecct-military@austin.utexas.edu
NOTE FOR CIVILIAN TMD State Employees ONLY: Two (2) seats are available in each class for civilian TMD State Employees. If interested, please submit the following to ng.tx.txarng.mbx.education@army.mil:
- A letter of intent (include your current job, education background, educational and career goals and explain how this credential would help you, TMD and TMD Service Members
- A letter of recommendation from your supervisor
Resources
MOA between UT Austin's Extended Campus and Texas Military Department - midpoint MOA
For Vendors and Education Centers: How to Create an on-base CA class
How to request CA-Soldier (UT will send specific instructions for each class)