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Altitude Career Skills Institute, a top-tier educational institution, offers a rigorous curriculum aligned with industry standards, preparing graduates for career challenges. Certification from our programs equips you for employment, promotion, and elevation. Tailored for all learners, our courses invite everyone to apply. Explore below and elevate your career with us!

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  • Military Spouse Support

    When you're enrolled in our programs using CA/COOL, your spouse or dependent may qualify to enroll in select programs at no cost to you!

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  • Fully Accredited

    Each of the programs at successful have the full backing of the leading credentialing bodies across the world. Some courses even qualify for undergraduate credit hours.

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  • Specializations across 15+ Industries

    We are dialed in to the changing demands of the job market, ensuring you are offered the most critical credentials and programs for future employment, job success, and promotion.

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  • Flexible Schedules

    With our online models, you can choose the hours and plans that work best for you. Most candidates complete courses without having to dedicate more than two to four hours a week to studies!

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How to use my Military Benefits

Overview

Our certifications are approved for funding by the U.S Air Force & Space Force Credentialling Oppurtunties Online (COOL) program and the U.S Army, Active, Reserve and National Guard Army Credentialing Assistance program (CA). Check with your branch to determine eligibility. Eligible soldiers, airman and guardians may receive up to $4,000 per fiscal year to cover exam preparation training and certification exam costs. Request your quote from the course page to use on your application.

U.S. Army, Reserve, National Guard Instructions

1.       Request a Quote from us for your course or credential.

2.       Go to. https://www.armyignited.army.mil/student/account/login

3.       Select “Ok.” 

4.       Select “Login.” 

5.       Select “Credentialing Assistance” at the bottom of the dashboard. 

6.       Select “Non-MOS Related.” 

7.       Type in the name of your requested Credential 

8.       Select "View" On the selected Credential.

9.       Select “Create your Educational Goal.” 

10.   Select “Next” 

11.   Upload your Altitude Quote 

12.   Submit Goal 

13.   Once your goal is Approved, ensure your Virtual Benefits Training is Complete then select "Apply for Funding" (if it is not complete, select the hyperlinked text).

14.   Ensure all fields are updated and correct including your office number and civilian email.

15.   Select “Verify and Proceed” and Agree to the terms and conditions. 

16.   Answer the demographic question. 

17.   Type in vendor the name "Altitude Career Skills Institute." 

18.   Select a Start and an End Date. 

19.   Select “Add Training.” 

20.   Select “Proceed with Credentialing Assistance Request.”

21.   Select your version of the course.

22.   Select “Add training.” 

23.   Select “Submit” 

24.   Select “Finished.”

U.S Air Force and Space Force Instructions

  • Log in to your AFVEC account, click on Education Programs and then select AF COOL.
  • Navigate to the AF COOL homepage and explore the credentials you may be qualified for.
  • Select the credential you wish to pursue through the AF COOL program. (NOTE: You can sort the credentials via funding method, i.e., AF COOL, GI Bill, etc.).
  • Once you found the Credentials you are interested in, click Create Education Goal.
  • You are required to upload all supporting documentation that is listed on your eligibility tab within your Credential. Failure to upload required supporting documentation will delay or disapprove your tuition assistance requests.
  • In your AFVEC account, locate your AF COOL goal and click "Apply for Funding". Follow the prompts to complete the funding request application. You will need the following information.
  • In your AFVEC account, locate your AF COOL goal and click "Apply for Funding". Follow the prompts to complete the funding request application. You will need the following information.
  • Once the supervisor approves your funding request, it is then electronically routed to the AF COOL office which will make the payment on your behalf. The CPO / Purchase Agent will contact you through phone or email should they require any changes to be made prior to payment. (NOTE: Funding requests are processed on a First- In, First-Out basis. There are exceptions to this policy for ANG and AFRES members; you must contact the AF COOL CPO to inquire about these exceptions). Your patience with this process is appreciated.

Requesting Training using Unit Funding

The SF182

Altitude Career Skills Institute's courses are approved for government and unit funding.  If you would like your organization or individuals within your organization to receive unit funded training, please follow the instructions on this page. 

The instructions on this page are intended to assist you in completing your SF-182. They are not intended to override individual program or regional office guidance. Please check with your local training coordinator before preparing an SF-182. Some training coordinators may be able to prepare a group SF-182 for your region or office.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Your finance center or Pay Agent may request the DUNS/CAGE Code for Altitude Career Skills Institute. CAGE: 94BQ1 DUNS: 118228723

Instructions - Filling out an SF182

Step 1: Follow this link (Standard Forms (opm.gov)) and scroll down and select SF182.  

Step 2: Complete Box A Agency, code agency sub-element and submitting office number. Enter your agency code and office number.

Step 3: Complete Box B Request Status. Select the correct status from the four options listed. If this is an initial request, select Initial.

Step 4: Complete Section A – Trainee Information. Enter the information requested for the employee/service member attending the training. Additional details on each box can be found on page 6 of the SF182. Note: if more than one person will be attending training, your office/organization may require you fill out and individual SF182 for each individual.

Step 5: Complete Section B – Trainee Course Data. Enter the information specific to Project Altitude and your requested Training Program.  The following information may assist in this section.

  • Box 1a: Altitude Career Skills Institute; 6735 County Rd 708
    Enterprise AL, 36330.
  • Box 1b: Online, Virtual (If we are coming onsite, please list the location)
  • Box 1c: 205-719-6299
  • Box 1d: info@altitudecsi.org
  • Box 2a: List the name of the course (Example: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
  • Box 2b: Not applicable (Leave blank)
  • Box 3: Date you want to gain access to the course
  • Box 4: 30 Days from start date; please request extensions in writing.
  • Box 5: List the appropriate number based on the level of training requested.  Associate (2-hours); Professional (10-hours); Specialist (20-hours); Expert (40-hours). RBLP (3-hours), RBLP-C (5-hours), RBLP-T (7-hour).
  • Box 6: 0
  • Box 7: 01-Program/Mission
  • Box 8: 09-Training Program Area (Technical)
  • Box 9: 09-Project Management
  • Box 10: 05-Blended or 06-Correspondence
  • Box 11: 03-Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Box 12: Calculate this based on the level of training you are receiving - Associate (0); Professional (1); Specialist (2); Expert (4).
  • Box 13: 03-Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Box 14: Check “No”
  • Box 15: Check “No”
  • Box 16: Leave blank
  • Box 17: 03-Non-Government
  • Box 18: Example: Training Program to improve project management performance.
  • Box 19: Leave blank

Step 6: Complete Section C – Costs and Billing Information. Enter the information for costs and billing specific to the program you have selected.

  • Box 1a: This will be the number found on your quote.  Discuss options and bundles with a representative at Project Altitude.
  • Box 2b: 0.00
  • Box 3c: This will be the totaled number on the quote provided by Project Altitude.  Discuss options and bundles with a representative at Project Altitude.
  • Box 2a: 0.00.
  • Box 2b: 0.00
  • Box 2c: 0.00
  • Box 3: 0.00
  • Box 4: Leave blank
  • Box 5: Leave blank
  • Box 6: Leave blank

Step 7: Complete Section D – Approvals. Enter the requested information for your immediate supervisor, second line supervisor and training officer (if appropriate).

Step 8: Attach the quote to your SF182 by scrolling to the top of the form, and clicking the drop down menu in the upper right corner. Select the option to “View/Add Attachments”. Browse through your files to find and upload the quote to your form.  Don't have a quote? Request one at the bottom of the page, be sure to include the course you would like, whether you would like training, Exams, or both bundles, and the number of personnel you would like trained. 

Step 9: After completing the Approvals section and uploading the quote, save the SF182 and route the form to the appropriate reviewer (which should include the Immediate Supervisor listed in Section D, Box 1a.) in your program office, unit, or region.

Please feel free to contact us for a quote or with any questions and we will get back to you as soon as possible. 

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