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Programming Essentials Certificate of Proficiency

Become part of a high-demand industry through learning programming skills. Earn the Building Puentes’ Programming Essentials Certificate of Proficiency.

In this hybrid certificate, offered as a mix of in-person and online formats, learn current techniques and tools, then apply them to real-world programming tasks. Design computer-based systems, analyze the local and global impacts of computing, apply learned algorithms, and more. Prepare for jobs like principal software engineer, mobile developer, systems engineer, software developer, and more.

Completion of this certificate allows you to apply earned credits toward a degree.

  • Learn how to effectively identify and define computer problems.
  • Become a more confident computer user.

Tuition Cost

  • 1 credit hour: $299
  • 4 credit hours: $1,196
  • 16 credit hours (full program): $4,784

Interested? 

Fill out our interest form and we will contact you within 48 hours.

Need Help? 

Contact us at puentes@weber.edu or 801-626-6575.

Program Highlights

Bilingual classes

Learn in both Spanish and English. Tutors are offered to students in need of ESL support.

No prerequisites required

This is an introductory course welcome to all skill levels.

Improve your computer confidence

Make your professional and personal life easier by learning crucial computer skills.

Admission Requirements

You may apply for this certificate provided you have applied for admission to Weber State University and/or have declared you are a degree-seeking student.

Course Details

You must complete these courses with a grade of C or better to earn this certificate.

  • CS 1030: Foundations of Computing (4 credits)

    This introductory course covers topics like personal digital security, ethical behaviors in education and business, how computers work and communicate with one another, how to create a website, and more.

  • CS 1400: Programming (4 credits)

    Gain a basic understanding of how to create software for all computing environments. Learn computer programming topics like logical problem solving, basic input/output, utilizing language libraries, and more.

Expected for Spring 2026

Expected for Fall 2026

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