Web Development and Design: Certificate  (1450)

Are you a creative person who loves working with computers? Do you enjoy creating content for the web and trying new technologies to bring visions to life? If this sounds like you, consider a career in web development and design.

Our Web Development and Design Certificate allows you the opportunity to choose from two special areas, depending on your interests

 

What can I do with this in the workforce? 

With the certificate, you will be ready to  find employment in businesses, government agencies and web consulting firms as a:

• Web application developer
• Web designer
• Web developer
• Web interactive media specialist
• Web producer
• Web UX (user experience) designer

This type of career may be a good fit if you:

• Are creative with solid computer and math skills
• Enjoy working with others
• Consider yourself organized
• Have good time-management skills

 

What is the average salary?

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What is HACC’s program like?

With our Web Development and Design Certificate, you will gain the skills you need to be successful in the field right away!

You begin the program with 21 credits in foundation courses that lay the groundwork for a specialty. Then, you  select 9-credits within a specialization that fits your interests. The specializations that we offer are:

• Web application development emphasizes building interactive, data-driven websites and mobile applications.
• Interactive web media focuses on making creative content with rich media.

 Throughout the program, you will: 

• Design high quality webpages for a variety of uses
• Develop web applications that integrate server programming, databases and markup languages for business and electronic commerce
• Publish websites with effective design and content for various platforms
• Create interactive and multimedia content for web use
• Develop websites using modern standards for HyperText Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and JavaScript
• Create programs for both web and mobile applications
• Work individually, and as team members, on website projects

Federal regulations require the College to disclose specific gainful employment information about this program. This link will provide you with information on completion rates and placement, program costs and median loan debt.

 

What classes will I take?

• View summaries of every course at HACC by browsing our class schedules database.

• Review our program guide (pdf) to view a list of required courses, recommended course sequencing and program competencies.

• View the Advising Checksheet for Interactive Web Media (pdf)

• View the Advising Checksheet for Web Application Development (pdf)

 

Can I transfer my credits to a four-year college or university?

Our certificate program is designed to lead you into the workforce or toward the associate degree in Web Development and Design.  

When you complete your associate degree, you have options to continue and transfer credits to a four-year school.

 

 

Where can I complete this program?

You can complete the entire program through Virtual Learning. The program can also be completed at the Harrisburg Campus by taking some courses through Virtual Learning.

 

Does HACC offer scholarships?

Yes! Thanks to the HACC Foundation, you have the opportunity to offset the cost of your education. There are approximately 200 scholarships available. To learn more about the application process and eligibility requirements, please visit hacc.edu/scholarships.

 

When can I apply?

HACC offers classes in the spring, summer and fall, and you can apply anytime by visiting our website. When you submit your application, please make sure you include program code 1450, which ensures you are applying for the correct program.

 

How can I learn more?

At HACC, we are committed to seeing you succeed. To learn more, please contact an admissions counselor or department chair Kelley Engle to request more information. We want to help you take YOUR next step to a fulfilling and rewarding career.