Create visually appealing, dynamic websites and web applications that deliver engaging digital experiences and solve real-world business challenges.

Why Consider IT-Web Development Specialist?

You'll have the opportunity to combine your interest in computers with your passion for communications and media.
Developing and maintaining websites, web applications, and interactive web interfaces appeals to you.
You welcome the challenge of staying current with technology and applying new knowledge on the job.

Why Learn at Lakeshore?

This program is offered through our flexible competency-based education (CBE) format, which allows you to accelerate your learning while receiving personalized coaching and support.
With frequent start dates, begin when it's convenient for you.
Employers depend on Lakeshore for our well-trained IT graduates.
In just two semesters, you can be workforce-ready and prepared to complete our IT-Web & Software Developer associate degree in only two more semesters.

What It Takes

Interest in programming and writing code
Ability to contribute artistically while creating, developing, and designing new applications, systems, and ideas
Motivation to persevere through challenges
Ability to analyze needs and product requirements to create a design
Attention to detail

Career Area

Information Technology (IT)

Type

Technical Diploma

Program Number

30-152-4

Availability

CBE

Technical Diploma
2 Terms
23 Credits
Financial Aid Eligible
Starts Fall

All instructors are available to meet on campus or virtually for student support.

Career Outlook

IT Web Development Specialist

Median Income: $71,823.00*

Potential Job Titles

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Web Developers

Develop and implement websites, web applications, application databases, and interactive web interfaces. Evaluate code to ensure that it is properly structured, meets industry standards, and is compatible with browsers and devices. Optimize website performance, scalability, and server-side code and processes. May develop website infrastructure and integrate websites with other computer applications. Excludes “Special Effects Artists and Animators” (27-1014).

Computer Occupations, All Other

All computer occupations not listed separately. Excludes “Computer and Information Systems Managers” (11-3021), “Computer Hardware Engineers” (17-2061), “Electrical and Electronics Engineers” (17-2070), “Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary” (25-1021), “Special Effects Artists and Animators” (27-1014), “Graphic Designers” (27-1024), “Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars” (29-9021), and “Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers” (49-2011).

Disclosure:

*Lightcast/EMSI data is a hybrid dataset derived from official government sources such as the U.S. Census Bureau, Bureau of Economic Analysis, and Bureau of Labor Statistics. This salary data is from the Lakeshore District.

Admissions and Enrollment Waitlist and Petition Flexible Learning Courses

Admission and First Semester Enrollment Steps

Submit online application
Complete the online Student Success Questionnaire
Complete Get Started at Lakeshore appointment
- Application Check-in
- College Orientation Overview
- 1st Time Program Registration

Submit high school transcripts, college transcripts, and test scores (optional, highly recommended). Official transcripts will be needed for transferring college credit(s) and for financial aid purposes.

Program Cost

Tuition Cost: $3,546.90
Book Cost: $219.00
Supply Cost: $30.00
Program Total: $3,795.90

Some of Lakeshore College's programs may reach enrollment capacity due to high demand. When this occurs, the College will establish and maintain a waitlist to prioritize enrollment. For more information, visit the High Demand Program Information page.

COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION is a learning model offering far more flexibility than traditional models. Fitting college around your work and personal commitments is possible because CBE allows you to:

Learn When You Want To
Progress at Your Own Pace
Receive Personalized Coaching; Support

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Faculty Bios

James Rice

I enjoy becoming the subject matter expert on a topic and sharing my knowledge with the world. I also strive to share my life knowledge and experience by mentoring, coaching, and becoming a role model.

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