Jumpstart your career in web development by learning to build responsive, dynamic websites.
Imagine starting a brand-new career at any time! Can’t commit to full-time? No problem, study at your own pace.
Acquire the most relevant skills by completing 7 projects based on those required in your future career.
Benefit from weekly mentoring sessions with an expert in the field.
Leave with a professional qualification and the guarantee of a job within 6 months.
One million computer programming jobs are estimated to be created in the U.S. by 2020 - as well as 700,000 in Europe - thanks to unprecedented growth in the tech sector.
Here at OpenClassrooms, we pinpoint the key skills needed for the most in-demand jobs and develop courses and diplomas to train our students in those areas. That’s why we've developed this six-month associate-level diploma in web development, which you can complete entirely online with the help of a dedicated mentor.
Web developers are a fundamental part of any tech team. As entry-level developers, they bring to life the mockups created by UX designers. They translate these graphic recommendations into web languages by writing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code. They are often in charge of:
Web development can be a lucrative career with many prospects opening up as you continue to rack up valuable experience. Here is what you can expect to earn in your career as a web developer, followed by your economic opportunities as you evolve in your web development career.
United States
Entry-level web developer: $25,000 - $75,000
Experienced web developers: $50,000 - $90,000 +
United Kingdom
Entry-level web developer: £21,000 - £25,000
Experienced web developers: £25,000 - £40,000 +
According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 24,000 new job positions in web development will be created between 2016-2026, with a 15% growth rate.
OpenClassrooms' Web Developer Path can prepare you for the following jobs:
This training program seems technical but it's accessible to all, with no academic background required. Here are the only prerequisites:
By the end of this path, you will have learned and practiced the following professional skills:
Our learning method is unique and revolves around two elements: professional projects and dedicated mentoring sessions.
Projects
At OpenClassrooms, learning is project-driven because that’s the fastest way to become proficient. Projects offer hands-on experience so you can hit the ground running when you start your new job.
The Web Developer Path has 7 projects that you’ll need to complete one at a time. You’ll receive a detailed brief with the context, customer requirements, and additional details. Then it’s up to you to go and make it real! To do this, you’ll have to be creative, coming up with innovative solutions to the questions at hand.
Want to see an example of a project? Read our blog post here.
Mentorship
During your path, you will be assigned a mentor who will offer one-to-one support via weekly video conference sessions. This mentor will offer guidance on your projects, help define objectives and guide you until you reach them. Our mentors are dedicated professionals who are experts in their field and have experience in sharing their know-how with our students.
OpenClassrooms is a private distance learning establishment, registered with the Board of Education in Paris, France.
Once you’ve completed your training path and validated your skills, you’ll be awarded the "Web Developer" diploma.
You'll earn the "Web Developer" certificate, registered at the National Directory of Professional Certifications.
This diploma is at Associate's-level on the EQF (European Qualifications Framework).
Contact the university or higher education establishment where you’d like to continue your studies if you have questions about the equivalence of the diploma.
Find work within 6 months of graduating.
Get your money back from OpenClassrooms if you don't.
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Acquire key skills for your future career with real-world projects.
Make progress with the support of an experienced professional.
Acquire concrete know-how and demonstrate it with a portfolio.
Benefit from weekly individual mentoring sessions with an expert in the field.
Progress rapidly through projects thanks to their expertise in sharing know-how.
Count on our solid student community to give you support 24-7.
Share your doubts or queries with a comprehensive network of students, mentors, and graduates.
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