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In as little as two semesters you could be on your way to working as a computer programmer by completing the Computers: Programming Certificate program of study at Iowa Western.
Students in this program get hands-on experience in multiple computer environments while learning programming languages and World Wide Web technologies. Coursework is limited to the essential hands-on courses you will need to be a successful programmer.
Students who complete this certificate will earn credit toward completion of the Computers: Application & Web Programming A.A.S degree.
Job Outlook
12,781 Jobs (2020)
+3.0% Change from 2020-2025
Data is from the Omaha Metropolitans Area, and the seven counties in Southwest Iowa that Iowa Western serves
What will you do
The Computers: Programming Certificate program of study is designed to place students into the workforce after completion of the two-semester certificate. The certificate program prepares students for entry-level careers as computer programmers. Graduates of this program who wish to earn an advanced degree and prepare for higher level jobs should continue on to complete the Computers: Application and Web Programming program of study.
Wages
- Entry: $27.46
- Average: $39.89
- Experienced: $70.93
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Program Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the program students will:
- Demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills.
- Demonstrate use of analytical, trouble shooting, and problem solving skills for programming.
- Create and develop interactive web pages.
- Design, create and maintain a relational database system.
- Demonstrate knowledge of computer systems.
Program Disclaimers
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