If you’re considering becoming a Web Developer then there are a few things you might need to know, so let’s take it from the top:
What is a Web Developer?
As a Web Developer you will be building and maintaining websites. You will be responsible for the design, layout and coding of websites, depending on whether your are a Front or Back-End Developer.
As a Web Developer you must have good creative and analytical skills, as well as being an excellent problem solver. Good people skills are also desirable as you will have to communicate with clients on a daily basis.
What Sort of Salary Can I Expect as a Junior Web Developer?
Salary wise, as an entry-level or junior Web Developer you can expect to earn around up to £25,000. However, this is an ever evolving industry and you can expect to be constantly expanding your knowledge and progression opportunities are plentiful. Experienced positions can average around £35,000 and highly experience positions can offer anything from £50,000 upwards - not too bad, eh?
What Web Development Courses does The Training Room Offer?
The Training Room offers an online based course in web development . This course covers the level 3 certificate in web development and design which covers the following areas of web development:
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Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) - learn how to apply basic and advanced functions of the current version CSS3
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HTML5 - learn to understand the technology for enhancing the user experience
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Database - understand database concepts
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JavaScript - learn how to create interactive forms, modify X/HTML and understand security issues
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Networking - covering basic data communication components
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Graphical User Interface (GUI) Design - rapid website development tools
The course which we cover is backed by CIW a globally recognised brand which, since 1997, has trained more than 1 million students and professionals. CIW certifications verify that the people holding them have the job skills necessary to master a ‘technology-driven world’.
What this means is that you can rest assured that the course provided by The Training Room is globally recognised and highly respected industry-wide - giving you the flexibility to work wherever you want in the world.
As an online course, the level 3 certificate in web development and design is fully-flexible. You can fit the course around existing work and commitments, studying in your own time and pace. Access to a first-rate online training environment ensures that your online learning experience is smooth and structured, allowing you to get the most out of your course.
What Support Does The Training Room Offer?
When you sign up for a course with The Training Room, you don’t just receive first class training and materials - what you actually receive is so much more, including:
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Funding options - no more worries about how to afford your training, our bespoke loan packages are designed specifically with our courses in mind so you will never borrow too much or too little.
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Career support - from registration on your course for up to 3 years you will be eligible to receive support in finding your first job, taking your next step and much more. In addition, we also guarantee you an interview with one of our big name corporate partners, giving you every possible chance to succeed in securing your first job as an IT professional.
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Flexible study - as an online course, you are free to study when it suits you in your own time, but don’t worry - you’ll have your own dedicated tutor on hand to guide, motivate and support you throughout.
Are You Ready to Take The Next Step?
If you are interested in becoming a Web Developer or in any of our other IT courses, then please give us a call or fill out a form on the website - your fruitful new career as an IT professional could be just one phone call away.