OVERVIEW
Boost Your Skills with a Back End Development Certificate
Enhance your career and your résumé with a Back End Web Development Certificate from the School of Technology. In the coursework for this program you will focus on industry-relevant skills including:
- SQL queries
- Database management
- User interface
- Object-oriented applications
- Spring Framework
This certificate also contains coursework that starts you on the path to a bachelor's degree at WGU if you want to continue your education. You are guaranteed admission to WGU once you complete this certificate, making these courses a perfect springboard whenever you are ready for the next step.
This program is an ideal fit for anyone interested in getting started in web development. No skills are required, but basic understanding and interest in SQL, databases, and Java are recommended.
Not sure if this program is a good fit for you? Consider our Web Application Deployment and Support certificate or our Front End Web Development certificate for a different focus. You can now bundle all three of these Full Stack Engineering certificates for an additional discount.
Time to complete certificate
6 months
Learners should plan to dedicate 15–20 hours a week to the program.
Certificate cost
$3,950
Tuition covers all certificate costs including vouchers for additional 3rd-party certifications.
Certificate consists of
5 courses
This certificate has 5 courses, with 16 total credits.
COURSES
Back End Web Development Courses
WGU is known for the high return on investment of its degree programs. This certificate is no exception. Industry data, employers, and student feedback are used to ensure that all courses remain relevant and effective. WGU Certificates are designed with your future in mind. Back end web development courses are fully stackable and transferrable to a WGU School of Technology degree program.
The certificate is a self-directed, competency-based program you can complete on your own schedule. We recommend dedicating 15–20 hours per week for six months to complete the program successfully.
Please note there are no specific hard skills or prerequisite knowledge required for starting this credential. It is recommended, but not required, for learners to have a basic understanding of foundational web design, programming, and scripting. This includes familiarity with SQL, databases, and Java. Learners also do not require any high-level mathematical backgrounds.
5 Total Courses in this Program
Note: All of the courses in this program can be applied toward a bachelor's degree program at WGU. All 5 of the courses apply to the B.S. Software Engineering program and the B.S. Computer Science program. Other courses may apply to other degree programs as well.
Before you make a big decision, you probably do a lot of research. You gather information from different places. Similarly, businesses use data to make critical decisions. They ask questions about past performance. They look at how well strategies are working. They consider results and percentages. However, all those numbers are not helpful if they are not organized and verified. Expert data management allows companies to combine data from various sources to create a reliable, consistent set of information. It ensures they have timely access to clearly defined, up-to-date details. It also makes that information easy to find and understand. In this course, you will explore the basics of conceptual, logical, and physical data models. You will learn about Structured Query Language (SQL). And you will gain experience in creating databases and tables. This knowledge will enable you to provide accurate data for a wide range of industries. That skill will prove valuable on your career path!
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This course counts toward the following degree programs
- B.S. Software Engineering
- B.S. Computer Science
- B.S. Data Analytics
When you do research on any topic, you likely gather information from many sources. It can seem overwhelming! But you gain the most knowledge when you organize and harness the information you have collected. The same principles are pertinent to data management applications. In Data Management Foundations, you will learn about SQL and how to write effective queries. In this course, you will take it one step further. You will explore conceptual data modeling, and you will be introduced to MySQL. This database management software uses SQL to manage data. In addition, you will learn to create both simple and complex queries, subqueries, and joins. You will explore creating and modifying databases, views, tables, indexes, foreign keys, and primary keys. These skills will help you gain data management expertise and can help you flourish in your IT career. Data Management Foundations is a prerequisite for this course.
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This course counts toward the following degree programs
- B.S. Software Engineering
- B.S. Computer Science
- B.S. Data Analytics
When was the last time you didn’t rely on a computer program in your everyday life? It’s probably difficult to recall. They are used in almost everything we touch. You use an app for work on your laptop. Or you play a new video game on your smartphone or tablet. You shop for a new pair of jeans on Amazon. And at the end of the day, you unwind by watching your favorite show on Netflix. All of these activities rely on powerful computer programming—like Java. Since Java was created, it has evolved to power a large portion of the digital world we depend on. And many revolutionary products and services still to come will rely on it, too.
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This course counts toward the following degree programs
- B.S. Software Engineering
- B.S. Computer Science
Nothing stands on its own. Everything around you has a foundation and a framework to support its structure—from your house to the car you drive. Even your body has a basic underlying frame. Without that support, things fall apart. This idea of structure and framing can be applied to Java Frameworks. In this course, you will explore powerful tools for Java application development. You will gain object-oriented programming expertise. You will also learn to execute exception handling, Java frameworks, and other object-oriented principles and constructs. With a solid framework, there are endless possibilities of what you can build!
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This course counts toward the following degree programs
- B.S. Software Engineering
- B.S. Computer Science
- B.S. Cloud Computing
- B.S. Information Technology
- B.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
- B.S. Data Analytics
When you visit a website or use an app, you may be drawn in by the appealing graphics. However, if nothing performs well, you may get discouraged and leave. No one wants that to happen! The role of back-end programming is to ensure that the software works as it should. In this course, you will be introduced to creating back-end components of a web application with the support of framework packages. You will learn to implement database functionality and create web services. By gaining these skills, you can help produce web applications that users rely on and trust.
Start Your Degree Program
This course counts toward the following degree programs
- B.S. Software Engineering
- B.S. Computer Science
- B.S. Cloud Computing
- B.S. Information Technology
- B.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
- B.S. Data Analytics
- B.S. Network Engineering and Security
CAREER OUTCOMES
Real Results for Your Career in IT
Earning this valuable certificate can open the door for an exciting career in virtually any industry or organization that leverages technology. Here are a few roles that you can be qualified for after earning your Back End Web Development Certificate. Our Enrollment Counselors can help assess your career aspirations and help you understand how this certificate can support your journey.
- Jr. back end developer
- Technology consultant
- Software tester
- API developer
- Jr. software developer
- Cloud developer
- Database developer
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Why Choose a Certificate?
If you're not quite ready to commit to a full degree program, want to try out online learning, or need a faster way to boost your résumé, a WGU certificate could be the right fit for you. With a certificate program, you can begin any time you want—no need to wait for the first of the month. WGU Certificates are also self-paced, so you can move as quickly as you are able to master the material. Plus, the certificate courses are transferrable to WGU degree programs, so you can continue your education whenever you're ready.
100% Online Courses that Work with Your Schedule
Our certificates are 100% online, and there are no set class times. This means you can work on your certificate whenever it makes sense for you and your busy schedule. You're in the driver's seat of your education.
Full Suite of Support Services
WGU has deep experience serving learners from a wide range of professional and academic backgrounds. Our instruction, coaching, and career resources will help you complete your certificate and reach your goals.
Competitive Pricing
Our certificate is $3,950 for a 6-month total program. With a cost that is extremely competitive for similar programs, you'll find that WGU certificates are an excellent match for your needs.
HOW IT WORKS
Here's What You Can Expect from This Certificate
- Some basic understanding of SQL, databases, and Java are recommended, but not required.
- You must have internet access, a computer, and an external webcam.
- For some courses, you will submit performance assessments for evaluation by our WGU Evaluation team. You must achieve a ranking of Competent on these assessments to pass. Other courses require proctored objective assessments. You will have two attempts to pass each of these exams.
- The program’s orientation course will introduce you to the full program experience and prepare you for success.
- This certificate will be self-directed, similar to other WGU competency-based courses, allowing you to complete modules as quickly as you master the material.
- You are responsible for maintaining your pace toward completion and being self-directed in your coursework.
- You should plan to dedicate 15–20 hours a week to the program.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
6 Months of Access
- Chromebooks are not compatible with the online proctoring service. Therefore, they cannot be used to take proctored final exams.
- This course will require an external webcam. Webcams built into laptops or phones will not meet this requirement.
External webcams are used in proctored exams to provide comprehensive monitoring, ensuring academic integrity by allowing proctors to observe the test-taker's activities and surroundings to prevent cheating.
System Requirements
- Operating System Windows 8 or later; Mac OS X 10.11 or later
- Web Browser Latest Chrome (Preferred), Edge, Firefox or Safari browser
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Your 6-month Term plan
Here's everything you need to know about what you're paying for:
$3,950
or 6 payments of $658.33
Access period
Your purchase provides you with access to your selected course or program for a 6-month Term. Set a personal goal to complete before that date. If you are unable to do so, that’s okay. If you need more time to complete, you can continue your access with an automatic Extension, billed at $499 per month. You may cancel the Extension at any time.
COST
An Affordable Certificate
The purchase price enrolls you in the program for the term length shown, which is the average time it takes most learners to complete all courses in the program. If you do not complete your program by the last day of the term, your enrollment will automatically change to a $499 monthly subscription. The credit card you provide will be charged at that time, allowing you additional time to complete your program. You may cancel at any time.
$3,950
Total cost
For this certificate, there are no additional exam or book fees. If you do not finish the certificate in 6 months, you will pay $499 per month until you complete the certificate.
