Cert in Computer Programming

This technical certificate gives students the skills for entering the programming field. Learners write programs, carry out system designs and track down problems in both. Study spans programming, database management and web development. The catalog lists 21 credit hours of study arranged over 3 semesters. The courses are short, career-focused and may apply toward a related associate degree where the catalog says so. Because the credential is brief, it suits students who want to start working sooner, retrain for a new field, or add a documented skill set to existing experience. Southwest Tennessee Community College offers this credential in the Memphis area, and the academic catalog gives the full course list for students planning their schedule. Prospective students can review requirements and sequencing there before applying.