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IT certification training in the USA, on US time

CertOcean runs live, instructor-led certification training online for professionals across the United States. Classes run from 9 AM to 5 PM Eastern (6 AM to 2 PM Pacific), every price is in US dollars, and every course comes with a pass-or-full-refund guarantee.

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Certifications US employers ask for

The four we are asked about most by US learners, with the facts that matter when you plan your exam.

CompTIA Security+

Approved for DoD 8140 roles at IAT Level II and IAM Level I, which makes it the usual first security certification for US government and contractor jobs.

$1,449Live course · USD See details

CISSP

Covers DoD 8140 IAT Level III, IAM Levels II and III and IASAE Levels I to III. The US exam fee is $749.

$1,780Live course · USD See details

CISM

ISACA's security management credential, approved for DoD 8140 IAM Levels II and III. Exam fee $575 for members, $760 for non-members.

$1,199Live course · USD See details

PMP

New exam since July 9, 2026: 180 questions in 240 minutes, with Business Environment now 26% of the exam. Fee $425 for PMI members, $675 for non-members.

$699Live course · USD See details

DoD 8140 levels as mapped in published 8570/8140 guides; exam fees as listed by PMI, ISC2 and ISACA in November 2026.

Class times

Next live batches in US time zones

Live classes with an instructor, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM US Eastern. Here is what that means where you are.

Nov14Sat Weekend batchStarts Saturday, November 14 · in 5 days

Eastern9 AM – 5 PM EST
Central8 AM – 4 PM CST
Mountain7 AM – 3 PM MST
Pacific6 AM – 2 PM PST
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Nov16Mon Weekday batchStarts Monday, November 16 · in 7 days

Eastern9 AM – 5 PM EST
Central8 AM – 4 PM CST
Mountain7 AM – 3 PM MST
Pacific6 AM – 2 PM PST
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All courses

All 120 courses for learners in the USA

Prices are in US dollars (USD). Tap a field to see its courses.

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Cloud Computing & DevOps24

Cyber Security15

AI & Generative AI2

Project Management & Agile15

Data Science & ML5

Big Data & Analytics6

BI & Data Visualization5

Data Warehousing & ETL4

Databases3

Programming & Web Dev8

Frontend Development3

Software Testing & QA6

Linux & Operating Systems3

SAP & ERP2

More Certifications19

Questions

Common questions from learners in the USA

What time are CertOcean live classes in the USA?

Live classes run from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time. That is 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Central, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Mountain and 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM Pacific. Weekend batches start on Saturdays and weekday batches on Mondays. If neither fits, ask for a private or custom schedule.

Are course prices in US dollars?

Yes. Every course price on CertOcean is in US dollars and is a one-time payment. The official exam fee is separate unless the course page says the voucher is included, as it is for CISSP.

Which certifications count for DoD 8140 jobs?

CompTIA Security+ covers IAT Level II and IAM Level I, CISSP covers IAT Level III, IAM Levels II and III and IASAE Levels I to III, and CISM covers IAM Levels II and III. Check the exact work role in your job posting, because DoD 8140 maps certifications to work roles.

Can I take my exam online from home in the US?

PMP and Security+ can be taken online with a remote proctor or at a Pearson VUE test center. CISSP is taken at a Pearson VUE test center. Your advisor helps you pick the option that suits your schedule.

How does the pass guarantee work?

You pass your certification exam, or you get a full refund. Your advisor explains the conditions for your exam before you pay, and the full terms are on the refund policy page.