Become a

Software Developer

For professionals eager to excel in coding and creating fully-functioning web applications that power essential systems and applications in businesses around the globe, our Software Developer program provides the in-demand skills needed to turn those interests into a successful career in tech.

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33 Weeks

Program Length

10

Courses

$14,000
$12,000 (14% off)
when paid in full

Tuition

ISSUING AUTHORITY

What is the Software Developer program and what can you accomplish as a student?

The Software Developer training program at Southern Adventist is an online curriculum that consists of 10 courses over the span of 33 weeks. During this time, students will gain the skills that are essential to launching their careers in this in-demand field. Developed by industry experts, the Software Developer training program covers a wide range of information, including setting up databases, cloud deployments, and coding from scratch.

By learning key programming languages, techniques, and practices used in the technology industry, software developers are proficient in building applications and websites of all types.

Through a combination of expert instruction and hands-on experience, students who complete the program will grow into their new role as creative problem solvers who are ready to develop, upgrade, assess, and document software.

START DATES

4/18/2022

5/9/2022

5/30/2022

6/20/2022

7/11/2022

8/1/2022

8/22/2022

Software Developer

Outcomes

Software developers earn some of the highest salaries of all technology professionals and, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the median income for professionals in this field was $110,140 in 2020.

The job opportunities are truly limitless, as nearly every industry relies on skilled software developers. Students in this program will become proficient in critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, and time management. In addition, you’ll gain tangible experience building full-stack web applications using front-end, back-end, and database development as an Agile Project Team.

 

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 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:

Web Developer

$41,000 - $90,000

ESTIMATED SALARY

Game Developer

$39,000 - $97,000

ESTIMATED SALARY

Full-Stack Developer

$80,000 - $116,500

ESTIMATED SALARY

Certificate Information

Graduates of the Software Developer Program are prepared to sit for the Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals exam and the Oracle Certified Foundations Associate exam.

Microsoft certified

Azure Fundamentals

This certification ensures that you understand cloud computing concepts and the core Azure services.

Oracle

Certified Foundations Associate

This certification ensures that you understand Java.

Software Developer Online Training Tuition Options

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

Pay in Full

$12,000

ONE TIME COST

Pay in full

Pay in full for your program using PayPal, Venmo or a credit card. 

Payment Plan

$12,000

Installments

Flexible payment option

Choose PayPal Credit at checkout to receive no-interest payments if paid in full in 6 months.

Tuition Assistance

$12,000

COMPANY INVOICE

Use employer sponsored payment

We accept employer sponsored payments including tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement

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.

Meet Your Workforce Training Specialist

Ryan is your Workforce Training Specialist. He is here to help you understand the program, payment options and succeed! Get in touch with Ryan to learn more about the program, Southern Adventist University, and how to achieve your workforce development goals!

FAQ

No. This program and these courses are offered through Southern Adventist University, but do 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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