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Software Developer

Career

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Ready to begin your career journey or have more questions? Connect with a Professional Development Specialist today!
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33 WEEKS

PROGRAM LENGTH

10

COURSES

$14,000.00

TUITION

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What Is The Software Developer Program And What Can You Accomplish As A Student?

The Software Developer program offers 10 courses of quality content created by industry experts and employers. Students learn how to create full-stack web applications, how to produce mobile-friendly applications, and how to work with an Agile software development team. 

Gain hands-on experience in this 33-week, fully online training program in which you’ll use practical skills to develop a fully functioning web application. Students who successfully complete the program are prepared for an entry-level career in software/web development with the help of job placement assistance.  

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SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

Outcomes

Software development continues to be a growing industry that will need qualified professionals in the future. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, employment of software and web developers is expected to grow 19% through 2030, much faster than average. 

Software developers have an array of industries to choose from when deciding on where to work. The top industries employing software developers include software publishers, manufacturing, and management of companies and enterprises. The BLS reports the median salary for software developers in May 2020 was $110,140, and the top 10% earned more than $170,100.  

Skills Learned

As a graduate of this program, you can expect to bring a variety of programming and coding skills to your current or future career, which include:

  • Coding from scratch
  • Developing front-end foundations of websites using HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript
  • Utilizing back-end development to program server side applications and RESTful Web API’s using Express, ASP.NET or Spring
  • Creating databases using MySQL and MongoDB
  • Using Responsive Design to produce mobile friendly applications for iOS and Android
  • Working with an Agile software development team, which is used in most workplaces today
COURSES
Coding from Scratch
Front End Foundations
Programming Foundations
Front End Frameworks
Back End Foundations
Database Foundations
Mobile Apps & Responsive Design
Agile Project Management & Career Skills
Deployment & Web Security
Group Project

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Choose from several flexible options for completing the Software Developer certificate program:

  • Register for the full program and save 14%
  • Start with Track 1 and stack remaining tracks to manage cost over time
  • Tracks may be taken out of order, but we strongly recommend you take sequentially.

Featuring tiered pricing – the more you stack, the less you pay per track!

  • First Track Purchase = $7,000
  • Second Track Purchase = $5,775
  • Third Track Purchase = $4,725

Contact your Profession Development Specialist for more details on the Software Developer tracks.

Gain a robust understanding of programming languages to design and build websites, computer programs, and apps.

Courses:

  • Coding from Scratch
  • Front End Foundations
  • Front End Frameworks (React)
  • Front End Frameworks (Angular)

 

Outcomes:

  • Learn foundations of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript & how to record & share progress with Git
  • Create robust web apps and code structure for large, client-side web projects
  • Learn front-end best practices and Single Page Web Applications (SPA) with either React or Angular frameworks

Gain fundamental database and programming skills. Learn to use MySQL and MongoDB to design tables & collections.

Courses:

  • Database Foundations
  • Programming Foundations-JAVA   
  • Programming Foundations-JavaScript
  • Programming Foundations-C#

 

Outcomes:

  • Learn how to design, store, & manipulate databases. Students will work with both rational (SQL) & non-rational databases
  • Understand programming principles of chosen career path. Learn language-specific concepts in Java C#, or JavaScript

Learn how to program server side applications & RESTful Web API’s using Express, ASP. NET, or Spring.

Courses:

  • Backend Foundations-JAVA
  • Backend Foundations-JavaScript
  • Backend Foundations-C#


Outcomes:

  • Create server-side web apps & services with choice of Express, ASP .NET, or Spring
  • Explore Responsive Design principles and create a mobile-first experience to be used on mobile apps (iOS/Android)

Produce dynamic, responsive websites using HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript. Gain knowledge of industry development processes through SCRUM & Kanban.

Courses:

  • Mobile Apps and Responsive Design
  • Agile Project Management and Career Skills
  • Deployment & Web Security
  • Group Project

 

Outcomes:

  • Explore Responsive Web Design principles and create a mobile-first web experience
  • Manage software projects & teams, learn roles & responsibilities as well as the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Understand the process & benefits of deploying a web application to a cloud hosting provider

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER JOB POSSIBILITIES

As the tech industry expands, the employment market for skilled software development professionals is growing much faster than average. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics sees strong continued growth in the software development field and predicts the number of jobs will increase by about 22% through 2030 with an estimated 189,200 new jobs opening up in the field each year over that period.

The career opportunities available to program graduates span across several industries, such as technology, government, healthcare and retail. These jobs include but are not limited to:

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Web Developer

$41,000 – $90,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

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Game Developer

$39,000 – $97,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

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Full-Stack Developer

$39,000 – $97,000
ESTIMATED SALARY

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER PAYMENT OPTIONS

In addition to the following payment options, we offer special corporate volume pricing. Visit the Corporate page for details. 

Pay in full using any major credit card, PayPal, or Venmo. Select “credit card” as your payment option.

Apply for PayPal Credit and pay zero interest if your balance is paid in full within 6-months. Complete a quick application and you’ll receive a credit decision within seconds.

Pay for your training with an education loan through Sallie Mae or Meritize.

Complete the course registration process to reserve your seat using one of these options.

 

Many employers have education programs or will pay for continued education! Select “Corporate Invoice” if you need an invoice to process payment through company training tuition assistance/reimbursement plans. 

Download the free brochure below to your HR representative or manager and show them the benefits of gaining additional education!

Apply for a workforce grant through Sonoma County Job Link and get all or part of your training paid for! Complete the course registration process on this site to reserve your seat. Select “WIOA” as your payment option. 

Apply for a workforce grant through Sonoma County Job Link and get all or part of your training paid for! Complete the course registration process on this site to reserve your seat. Select “WIOA” as your payment option. 

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DO YOU NEED HELP PAYING FOR YOUR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM?​

Many employers offer education assistance programs. Download the brochures to show your employer the benefit of upskilling their employees.

PROGRAM COMPARISONS

PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Program & Tuition Cost
$4,000 average
Up to $20,000
Exam Fees, Books & Materials
Included
Up to $750
Job Ready In
3–6 months
24–48 months
Schedule Flexibility
On-demand 24/7
Set class schedule
Travel Requirements
None: 100% online
On-campus classrooms
Student Support
Personal Advisors: text, call and email access
Professors: scheduled office hours
Career Coaching
Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers
Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit
Content Delivery
3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning
Professor lectures

MEET YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST!

April is your Professional Development Specialist.  She is here to help you understand your program of interest, payment options and succeed!  Get in touch with April to learn more about your program, The Center for Professional Development with Pacific Union College and how to achieve your professional goals!

FAQ

No. This program does not count for college credit.

No previous coding skills are needed. Students will gain core knowledge of coding principles using JavaScript, C# or Java and learn how to apply them to a professional career.

Students will learn programming in HTML5, CSS3, Java and JavaScript.

No prior experience in the technology industry or education in technology is required.

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