Earn a Computer Programmer Certificate
With SPC's Computer Programmer Certificate, you'll learn the computer languages to write applications that run on desktop computers, operating systems, business software or video games. The courses in Java can prepare you for industry certification.
This academic program prepares you for the following careers. All job data is provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Computer Programmers
Salary Data
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area Average
Florida Average
Projected employment for Florida
2023 Employment
6,760
2033
6,450
Percent Change
-5
Projected Job Openings
370
COMPUTER PROGRAMMer SPECIALIST SKILLS
- Java
- C++ for Business
- C#
- APS.NET with C#
- SQL Database Design and Programming
- JavaScript
Computer Programmer Certificate with Financial Aid Eligibility
CMPRG-CT
Effective Beginning Catalog Term: Fall 2020 (580)
The requirements shown below are valid beginning Fall 2020 (580), and may not reflect degree requirements for current students. Current students should visit My SPC and view My Learning Plan to see specific degree requirements for their effective term.
Program Summary
This program is offered as a Fully Online program.
This certificate is designed to further develop student proficiency in programming by giving students the opportunity to complete multiple programming languages. These programming languages have been identified as those needed for students to enter the job market as an entry-level programmer. Also, the Java programming language courses provide students the ability to prepare for industry certification.
Graduation Requirements
Minimum grade of "C" required in all courses.
Academic Pathways
The Academic Pathway is a tool for students that lists the following items:- the recommended order in which to take the program courses
- suggested course when more than one option exists
- which semester each course is typically offered
- if the course has a prerequisite
- courses that may lead to a certificate (if offered in the program)
Please verify the Academic Pathway lists your correct starting semester.
Program Leadership Information
Florida CIP Code
0511020200 - Computer Programmer CCC
Federal CIP Code
11.0202 - Computer Programming, Specific Applications.
Java certification
Java courses in our Computer Programmer Certificate can prepare you for industry certification.
COMPLETE YOUR PROGRAMMING EDUCATION at SPC
SPC's Computer Programmer Certificate is part of and transfers to our Computer Programming and Analysis Associate in Science Degree. The A.S. degree transfers to SPC's Technology Development and Management B.A.S. Degree.
Short-term technology training
SPC also offers technology short-term training and continuing education through our Workforce Institute.
