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Register for Fall 2026 classes
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Fall classes start Monday, Aug. 17. View Fall semester classes
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New program starting in Fall 2026!
Launch your cloud computing career in 3 semesters
Earn a Cloud Computing Certificate from College of Lake County. Get job-ready skills to manage and secure internet-based server, storage, database, networking and software systems for public and private sector employers.
Through this fast-track, industry-recognized program, you’ll learn to:
- Design, deploy and support cloud-based solutions
- Secure and monitor systems
- Troubleshoot performance issues
- Automate workflows
- Use virtualization and containerization tools
- Employ artificial intelligence (AI) to improve efficiency, foster innovation and solve real-world business challenges
Practical skills for cloud administrators
Learn by doing in CLC’s modern IT labs. Use advanced computing equipment and tools to build your skills.
Coursework is aligned with industry standards and certification pathways, including Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure and CompTIA.
Through hands-on activities, you’ll gain skills to:
- Manage Windows and Linux operating systems
- Build networks, manage cloud infrastructure and deliver cybersecurity
- Automate tasks through scripting and Python programming
- Solve business issues through AI
Experienced faculty provide classroom instruction and one-on-one guidance. They help you develop confidence to apply skills in real-world business situations.
Graduate prepared for an IT career in the high-demand field of cloud computing.
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Program Length: 1.5 Years
Finish in 1.5 years as a full-time student.
*Estimated cost is based on the minimum number of credit hours to complete the program. This estimate includes in-district tuition and comprehensive fees for the 2026-2027 academic year, before financial aid, including grants, loans and scholarships, is applied. Actual cost may vary to include additional fees, materials and other cost of attendance factors such as living expenses, transportation, etc. Explore opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about the Cost of Attendance.
Career Outlook
Need help getting started?
Ask us for help. Your College & Career Navigator (CCN) will help you:
- complete the admission process
- choose an academic program
- enroll in first-semester classes
- get access to helpful resources
Recommended Pathway
Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. View degree requirements in the college catalog.
Meet your instructors
More than 1,000 full-time and part-time faculty teach at CLC. Nearly all of them have a master's degree or more.
CLC faculty teach the same materials you’d learn at a big school. They bring real-world experience into the classroom so you can gain job-ready skills and help you become the very best version of yourself.
Apply now: It's easy and free
Complete the application form to begin your program.
After you apply, a Career and College Navigator (CCN) will reach out to answer your questions, guide your next steps and help you get enrolled. Explore steps to apply at CLC.
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