The Level 3 Certificate in Software Development is a cutting-edge qualification developed in collaboration with industry experts who bring a wealth of practical experience and insight into the software development field. This course is designed to ensure learners gain the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the fast-paced world of software development. It provides a solid foundation in key areas such as programming languages, software engineering principles, and application development, with a focus on real-world, hands-on experience.
Whether your employees are aiming to advance their careers within the software development sector or explore related fields such as web development, mobile app development, or IT project management, this qualification will equip them with the expertise required to succeed. The course covers critical topics such as coding, testing, debugging, and application deployment, preparing learners to take on more complex development projects and contribute to your organisation’s technology goals.
By investing in this qualification, you will be helping your team stay ahead of industry trends and build the necessary skills to design, develop, and maintain robust software solutions. This qualification serves as a springboard for career progression, providing employees with the credentials to move into more senior roles, such as software developer, systems analyst, or IT project manager. Join us to elevate your team’s technical capabilities and support their growth in the software development industry.
Key Facts
Duration
12 weeks
Funding
Fully funded for Greater Manchester residents who meet the eligibility criteria.
Delivery Location
Online
Qualification
On successful completion, learners will achieve a Level 3 in Certificate Software Development.
Course details
The Level 3 Certificate in Software Development prepares learners for careers in the digital and software development industries, as well as other sectors requiring digital and IT skills. The course covers key areas, including:
- Project Management: Learn the principles, methodologies, and stages of managing IT projects, using project management software to plan, monitor, and review projects.
- Programming Implementation: Understand programming languages, control structures, data structures, algorithms, and coding standards. Learn how to test and debug programs.
- JavaScript: Gain hands-on experience with JavaScript for web programming, including input validation, special effects, and event handling.
- Object-Oriented Programming: Explore key features like encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism. Learn to design, develop, and test object-oriented programs.
- Software Testing: Understand the methods and stages of software testing, including automation and functional/structural testing. Learn how to design and implement test plans.
This qualification equips learners with the skills needed for roles such as software developer, IT project manager, and other positions within the digital sector.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Learners must have:
- Access to a computer
- Access to Microsoft Teams
- Office software
- Visual Studio Code
Eligibility for funding:
This course is fully funded for Greater Manchester and South Yorkshire residents who meet the eligibility criteria.
Greater Manchester 2024/2025 Funding Rules for Applicant Eligibility:
- For learners aged 19+ on or before the 31st August 2024
- Lives in a Greater Manchester postcode region
- Lived in the UK for the last 3 years
- Be either unemployed and employed applicants
- If employed, must earn less than the current ‘low wage threshold’ of £32,200
South Yorkshire 2024/2024 Funding Rules for Applicant Eligibility:
- 24+ on or before the 31st August 2024
- Lives in a South Yorkshire postcode region (Barnsley, Doncaster, Sheffield or Rotherham)
- Be either unemployed or Employed
- If employed, must earn less than the current ‘low wage threshold’ of £30,476.96
- Must not hold more than one Level 3 or higher qualification
Progression
Upon completing the Level 3 Certificate in Software Development, learners can progress to further qualifications, apprenticeships, or entry-level roles such as software developer or web developer.
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