Course Type: IT Users

About the course

This qualification is designed for learners who are working or would like to work in a coding role in a range of industries. It is ideal for those who want to consolidate their existing knowledge and learn practical skills which can be used to assist in seeking employment in coding or to progress into further study or an apprenticeship.

You can attend our training facility in the heart of Coventry or complete the course remotely from home, attendance 5 days a week for the duration of the course is essential.

You will study 5 modules when on this programme and undertake challenges and projects individually and as part of a team. You will network with other colleagues in the group and develop your interpersonal and problem-solving skills as well develop your coding knowledge.

At the Digital Skills Academy we are working with employers who are in need of individuals with coding knowledge to start the Software Development Technician Apprenticeship, this course could be the step into a new career for you.

On successful completion you will receive an NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Coding Practices.

Please find below the dates for our upcoming bootcamps during 2021/2022:

Course                                                  Dates

Advanced Coding Bootcamp              06/10/2022 – 15 weeks

Training can be accessed remotely subject to having access to the right equipment and software. All you will need is an internet connection and access to a webcam.

Modules

The following modules will be studied during the course:

• Coding Requirements and Planning
• Understand Code Design
• Implementation of Coding
• Testing

Entry requirements

Ideally, you will have progressed from our Beginners and Intermediate Coding Bootcamp programmes. Industry knowledge and coding experience will also be considered, applicants may find it helpful if they’ve already achieved a Level 2 digital skills or information technology-related qualification, and a Level 2 mathematics qualification.

Equipment needed

Other than a notepad all equipment required for training will be supplied.

Eligibility

This course is free to those who are 19+ and don’t hold a level 3 qualification or to those living in the following areas Birmingham, Coventry, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Sandwell and Dudley.

If you are not eligible for this course then the cost is £941 alternatively, you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan https://www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan

Next steps

Once you complete the Bootcamp you will be given access to our bank of potential employers and supported by our experienced team to secure your first software developer role, ready for stage three.

Complete the registration form below and book your place today as places are limited.

 

Please note this is a full-time course for the 5 weeks however, it will be on a part-time basis due to the hours and length.

Complete the registration form below and book your place today as places are limited.

About the course

Are you interested in becoming an application or web developer? Are you looking to kick start your career in Software Development? If you answered YES than the Digital Skills Academy is a great place to start your journey.

Our Coding Beginners Bootcamp to Software Development is a great starting point to give you a flavour of what to expect in industry. You will learn the basics to get you ready for the next step in your journey into this exciting career.

Did you know that the average salary for a fully trained Software Developer is: £42,640.

Please find below the dates for our upcoming bootcamps during 2021:

Course                                                  Dates

Beginners Coding Bootcamp               26/09/2022 – 5 weeks

This Coding Bootcamp is free for residents within the following areas: Birmingham, Coventry, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Sandwell and Dudley.

Training can be accessed remotely subject to having access to the right equipment and software. All you will need is an internet connection and access to a webcam.

Modules

The following modules will be studied during the course:

• Digital safety and security
• Introduction to programming
• Creating and publishing webpages
• Digital content creation – text and image
• Collaborative Working

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for you to join the Bootcamp, you need to be enthusiastic and committed in studying the whole camp for two weeks. You will receive comprehensive support before starting out to make sure the journey is right for you from our highly experienced coaches.

Equipment needed

Other than a notepad all equipment required for training will be supplied.

Next steps

Once you have completed the Beginners Bootcamp you can than progress onto the Intermediate Bootcamp. This course is designed to give you a solid grounding in the key terms, principles and challenges of coding.

Complete the registration form below and book your place today as places are limited.

About the course

Our intensive Coding Bootcamp is stage two of your journey on our Software Development Pathway and is now available to study both onsite and virtually. It is designed to give you a solid grounding in the key terms, principles, and challenges of coding. This course will prepare you to move onto our Advanced Bootcamp or your first developer role.

Written by software engineers from Google, Microsoft and Amazon, it is a practical, hands-on experience that will challenge you to think like a developer, but by the end of it you will be ready to make a real impact as a trainee software engineer.

Focusing on JavaScript, this course provides a hands-on approach to problem-solving and software design.

Please find below the dates for our upcoming bootcamps during 2021:

Course                                                  Dates

Intermediate Coding Bootcamp              26/09/2022 – 10 weeks

This Coding Bootcamp is free for residents within the following areas: Birmingham, Coventry, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Sandwell and Dudley.

Training can be accessed remotely subject to having access to the right equipment and software. All you will need is an internet connection and access to a webcam.

Modules

The following modules will be studied during the course:

• Understand the principles of coding
• Understand terminology used in coding
• Understand coding design principles
• Understand the processes and practice of coding
• Understand the importance of communication and project management in coding

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for our pathways, but you will receive comprehensive support before starting out to make sure the journey is right for you.

Equipment needed

Other than a notepad all equipment required for training will be supplied.

Next steps

Once you complete the Bootcamp you will be given access to our bank of potential employers and supported by our experienced team to secure your first software developer role, ready for stage three.

Complete the registration form below and book your place today as places are limited.

About the course

This course is free only for residents within the following areas: Birmingham, Coventry, Solihull, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Sandwell and Dudley.

CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) is an introduction to basic IT knowledge and skills and a pre-career starting point that helps individuals decide if a career in IT is right for them. It can also help organisations prepare non-technical teams for digital transformation.

Why is it different?

ITF+ is the only single certification that covers all areas of IT foundations making it ideal for non-technical professionals.

The CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam will certify that the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to identify and explain the basics of computing, IT infrastructure, application and software, software development, database fundamentals, and security.

In addition, candidates will have the ability to demonstrate their knowledge to:

– Install software
– Establish basic network connectivity
– Identify/prevent basic security risks
– Explain troubleshooting theory and preventative maintenance of devices

Modules

• IT concepts and terminology – understanding the basics of computing, systems, data and troubleshooting
• Applications and software – identifying common software applications and their purpose
• Infrastructure – understanding the hardware components in a computer, installing additional devices such as printers and establishing a basic wireless network
• Software development – understanding programming languages and their purpose
• Database fundamentals – understanding database concepts, structures and purpose
• Security – identifying and preventing basic security risks

Entry requirements

You do not need to hold any digital qualifications but a keen interest in the subject and a desire to work in the sector are key.

Equipment needed

Other than a notepad all equipment required for training will be supplied.

Next steps

On successful completion of the CompTIA ITF+ exam certification, you will be able to progress onto the CompTIA A+, which many employers in the digital sector look for when recruiting staff.