Overview
If you are comfortable using personal productivity software and would like to move into software development, this certificate program is for you. The four course 13-credit certificate can help you gain the skills you need for an entry-level position in the technology field. This program is also ideal for professionals needing a basic understanding of technology systems to supplement their nontechnical education backgrounds.
Educational Milestones
The credits you earn in this program can be applied toward the associate degree in information sciences and technology or a number of other Penn State degrees as elective credits. Talk with an adviser to learn how you can apply your credits toward a subsequent associate or bachelor's degree from Penn State.
Locations and Flexible Access
Adult students require maximum flexibility of course delivery. That is why we've designed the information sciences and technology certificate program to be completed in the way most convenient for you--through campus courses, distance education courses, or a combination of the two. Talk with an adviser to determine the best mix of courses for your particular needs.
Admission Requirements
- You must be a high school graduate.
- Or you must have completed your GED.
- An entrance exam is not required.
Value of a Penn State Education
A certificate not only increases your skills and knowledge; it also increases your earning power and opens new career opportunities. According to the 2004 U.S. Census Population Survey report, workers with even some college were earning $5,000 per year more than workers with just a high school diploma. Employers place more value on job candidates who have shown a commitment to educational attainment, and they are more likely to hire or promote such persons over high school graduates.
Similar Programs of Interest
Web Programming certificate; Associate Degree in Information Sciences and Technology, Business Option
An outreach program of the School of Information Sciences and Technology
