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Software Developer Certificate

The Software Developer Certificate is your gateway to a career as a software developer, equipping you with the skills needed for entry-level positions in the field. You’ll gain a strong foundation in programming, learning key languages, procedural and object-oriented practices, and relational database design. The curriculum also covers collaborative techniques and helps you build a professional portfolio to showcase your software developer skills.

Est. time to completion:
9 months*
Format:
On campus and/or online (part time only)
Locations:
Louisville campus, Online learning

Hands-on learning

Get real-world training with industry-standard technology and simulation software.

Personalized attention

Small classes mean more focused learning.

Flexible courses

Classes available in online and on-campus formats.

Software Developer Certificate

Curriculum

Overview

The Software Developer Certificate builds the foundation to develop the fundamental knowledge of the various theoretical components and practical skills of software programming as the basis for entry-level employment within various programming-related disciplines.

Courses

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CSC 200
Principles of Technology
4 credits
CSC 240
Visual Programming
4 credits
CSC 242
Object Oriented Programming
4 credits

For course descriptions, see our Course Catalog.

Financial assistance

Financial assistance is available to those who apply and qualify. Talk with us to see if Federal Student Aid, scholarships, transfer credits, employer assistance, loans and grants, or military discounts are available to you.

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Included in your tuition

E-books
24/7 tutoring
Career services

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*Time length for program completion will vary depending upon the number of courses taken per term, developmental courses when required, transfer credit accepted, lack of continuous enrollment, etc.

The Digital Development program is part of Sullivan University’s College of Business and Technology.

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