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IT Specialist: Python Certification

Course number : 2010041   ID : 20154    Section Number : 31L
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IT Specialist: Python Certification Program Pricing:
  • Regular/Full Price: $1,926
  • FastForward Price: $642
  • FastForward plus G3 Price: $0
 
Course Prerequisites: 
-  Working knowledge of personal computers, novice programming experience.
Workforce Handbook for FastForward IT Courses

Instructional Mode:  Learn on Campus: In Person

Looking to master Python programming fundamentals? The Pearson IT Specialist: Python certification provides an immersive learning experience that will equip you with the skills you need to succeed. Python is a versatile and powerful object-oriented programming language that is easy to learn yet capable of handling complex tasks. Through hands-on learning, you will actively develop your skills in data types and operators, flow control with decisions and loops, input and output operations, code documentation and structure, as well as troubleshooting and error handling. Additionally, you will gain experience in performing basic file system and command-line operations using built-in modules. By the end of the course, you will be able to write syntactically correct Python code that effectively solves various problems. This course is ideal for students interested in pursuing careers in software development, data science, or any field that requires programming skills. Upon completion, students will have a solid understanding of Python programming and will be well-equipped to tackle more advanced topics in programming, data analytics, and data science while preparing for the Pearson VUE IT Specialist – Python certification.  Suggested prerequisites: Working knowledge of personal computers, novice programming experience.

Included with Tuition: The course, exam voucher + re-take, Learn Key, Gmetrix Practice Tests ($47), Proctor Session ($35). No other certification exams can be substituted in this program. Note: The practice tests ($47) and Proctor Session ($35) are non-refundable.

What is Expected: You must attend 70% of all scheduled class hours, in addition to completing any other requirements set by the instructor, and sit for the Industry Credential exam. 

This program cannot be combined with any other discounts/promotions.
 
Credit for Prior Learning gives you opportunities to earn credit for college-level knowledge that you have already acquired and accelerates the completion of your educational goals. NOVA accepts select industry credentials for college credit. The IT Specialist: Python Certification is approved for Credit for Prior Learning for the following classes at NOVA: ITP 150
 

Class Details

8 Session(s)
Weekly - Sat

Location
NOVA Reston Center

Instructor
Santosh Srinivasaiah 

CEUs : 5.2

 

Notice

Please read:  Learn on Campus: In Person - Class meets on campus, on the days, times, and location listed on the class schedule.

This class requires the use of your myNOVA account and the CANVAS online classroom. Please follow these instructions on how to activate your myNOVA account before the first day of class: How to access myNOVA and Canvas

This class requires the use of classroom computers. You must use your myNOVA account to log on to computers.

Important: By enrolling in this class as part of the FastForward - New Economy Workforce Credential Grant Program (WCG) and as a condition to receiving a grant, the student agrees to the following terms and conditions as specified in the WCG Agreement (Preview PDF).This agreement will be completed electronically during registration.

Tuition: 

$1,926.00


Schedule Information

Skip dates: (No class on 05/25/2024, 07/06/2024)

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
5/18/2024 - 7/20/2024 Weekly - Sat 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM Reston, NOVA Reston Center  Map, Room: RES-208 Santosh Srinivasaiah  Lecture

Other Class Offerings

IT Specialist: Python Certification
ID: 19658

04/02/24 - 05/14/24
Weekly - Tue, Thu
13 sessions.

Location
Multiple

Instructor
Santosh Srinivasaiah

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