HATCH ACADEMIES
Software Development Fundamentals Course.
Take your first step to a rewarding career in tech.
Code your way to the career ladder
Whether you are new to Software Development, Programming or skills such as Python, or just want to brush up on your skills, this course provides career gateway training for budding programmers with limited or no experience.
In the UK alone it’s estimated another 1.5million people with these advanced digital skills will be required in the next 2-years to keep up with commercial demand, meaning there has never been a better time to learn the skills needed for tomorrow, today.
WHY A HATCH ACADEMY?
We power your potential.
POWER SKILLS
Because building a long-term career is about so much more than just technical skill.
Fully-immersive learning
Powered by world-class technology & industry experts so you can master your craft.
Career Support
Be fully-prepared for the world of work and benefit from introductions to our employer network.
What are Software Fundamentals?
Our Software Development Fundamentals course is a professional career gateway, taking you from little or no experience to giving you the skills and competencies to command entry-level roles in areas such as Software Development, Software Testing, Python Programming and more.
More than just a course, your learning will be verified by acquiring industry-leading certification from PCAP™.
Who is this course suitable for?
Whether you’re looking to start a new career in programming, or accelerate an existing one, Hatch can support you at any stage of your career journey through our award-winning learning pathways. Regardless of your experience level, you’ll find enormous value in the broad range of concepts covered by this course.
What does this mean for me?
Software programmers are in high demand in the current market.
For an entry- level role, you could expect to be earning between £39,000 – £65,000 per year, depending on factors such as your location and career history.
Due to the growing demand for these skills, you don’t necessarily require previous experience to secure an entry-level role, and opportunities for progression once you’re employed are excellent.
Explore our course pathway below
Day 1
Onboarding
Let’s get to know each other. Get acquainted with the Hatch team, including your expert Trainer, and we’ll do our best to support you in creating the optimal conditions for you to maximise your learning.
Software Fundamentals
Study for Software Fundamentals
Develop your understanding of core programming, object-oriented programming, general software development, web applications, desktop applications and databases.
CIW Advanced HTML5 and CSS3 Specialist
Study for CIW Advanced HTML5 and CSS3 Specialist
Gain hands on experience in fundamental HTML and CSS practice, JavaScript characteristics and web and app design.
Python Fundamentals
Study Python Fundamentals
This course provides skills in all the basic and advanced concepts of Python programming with its interactive learning resources. The course includes topics such as Python basics, data structures, functions in Python, modules in python, and many more.
Certification
Your certification
Your course fees will include the following exam voucher to verify your learning against your chosen career aspirations:
PCAP™ – Certified Associate in Python Programming certification is a professional, high-stakes credential that measures the candidate’s ability to perform intermediate-level coding tasks in the Python language.
additional support
Building a career is about more than just technical skill.
Built into every learning pathway are optional Personal & Professional Development modules and dedicated pastoral care, because there’s more to being job-ready at the end of your course than just technical skill.
Helpdesk Habits Certification
A customer service training program and certification, specifically developed for IT pros, MSPs and corporate service desks.
Hatch learning ecosystem
12-month access to Hatch’s digital learning ecosystem
Industry-leading instructors
E-mail and video support from course tutors
Professional development
Professional Development webinars led by the Hatch team
How much is the course?
Choose to either pay your course fees in full, or opt to use our flexible funding solution
Payment in Full
Funding Option
£995
What do you get again?
- Study for Software Developer Fundamentals | CIW Advanced HTML5 and CSS3 Specialist | Python Fundamentals
- PCAP™ – Certified Associate in Python Programming Certification
- Helpdesk Habits Certification
- Dedicated Tutor Support
- Unbridled Career Support
The experienced and friendly Funding Team at Hatch will support you every step of the way. Securing the funding you need, and making your loan application quickly, smoothly and completely hassle-free.
How our funding works:
- Quick & simple
- No deposit required
- We consider all applicants aged over 18*
- No hidden or early repayment fees
*All loans are subject to individual status and criteria. Interest rates do not vary with the individual’s status. Hatch Limited is a trading style of TTRPT LTD. TTRPT LTD is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under reference number 723720. Registered Office, Waterloo House, Fleets Corner, Waterloo Road, Poole, BH17 0HL
Typical loan cost*
*Based on a 36-month term at 12.95% APR.
Tuition Fee | Loan APR | Monthly Instalments | Monthly Payment | Total Amount Payable |
---|---|---|---|---|
£995.00 | 12.95% | 36 | £33.17 | £1,194.02 |
*Terms and conditions apply. Finance available to over 18s only and is subject to status.
Progression paths you may want to consider following this course
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Cloud Development Course
Cloud computing is gaining popularity as more and more businesses are launching public and private cloud computing initiatives. In fact, the cloud computing industry is one of the fastest growing today.
Software programming Course
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Hear what our students have to say...
This Academy built my career confidence from zero. Working in IT has always been my dream, and I feel privileged to have taken part in a programme that helped me realise it. I’m extremely grateful for the support throughout and I couldn’t be more excited.”
Kristina,
Power Platform Engineer Academy
I’ve always had an interest in IT, but I had no qualifications to back it up. This model has changed my life. It's enabled me to do what I've always wanted!”
Lewis,
DevOps Engineer Academy
This opportunity was a unicorn. You just don’t find them. I’d been looking for such a long time. We’re learned more on this course, in this environment, in the past 8 weeks than I had in a year trying to do this on my own. It definitely works.”
Anthony,
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