ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To apply, you must have ONE of the following:
- Basic SQL and database skills, including the ability to:
- Understand and use various SQL commands such as SELECT, WHERE, JOIN (INNER and OUTER), GROUP BY, HAVING and ORDER BY
- Create tables and define relationships between them
- Insert, update and delete data in a database using SQL commands
- Understand how to create and use basic SQL views, stored procedures and functions
- Successfully completed the Foundations of Databases & SQL Programming course
NOTE: To help determine if you have the required SQL knowledge, consider taking this SQL self-assessment.
Time Commitment
Including time in class, you should expect to spend about 10 to 12 hours each week on coursework.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To see if you qualify, make sure you are at the B2 level on the CEFR self-assessment grid. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
International Students
Because this offering is 100% online, no visa is required and international students are welcome to apply. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
Technology Requirements
- Access to a Windows or Mac computer with:
- A recent operating system and web browser
- At least 4GB of RAM (8GB recommended)
- At least 64GB hard drive space
- High-speed internet connection
- Headset and webcam (recommended)
Earning the Certificate
You earn a certificate of completion by successfully completing all required courses. For more information, see Earning the Certificate.