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Career Academy for Students, Faculty, & Staff
For Academic, Professional, and Personal Development
Start your career journey with industry-leading, skills-first training that gets you job ready
No experience required. For career starters or switchers looking for in-demand, entry-level jobs.
Develop
Train for in-demand careers with help from top industry partners.
Practice
Get hands-on experience with the same tools you’ll use on the job.
Demonstrate
Prove you’ve got the skills by completing real-world projects.
Showcase
Show employers you’re job ready with a shareable profile.
Explore and train for the most in-demand careers
Join thousands of learners, and get on the fast-track to a successful career in these high-growth areas.
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Python Developer
Write and debug Python code for diverse software applications, from web apps to data analysis, utilizing powerful libraries and frameworks.
Great if you like:
$132,992 median salary* 15,171 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
Junior Software Developer
Assist the development team by learning the codebase, writing code, fixing bugs, and gathering user feedback.
Great if you like:
$134,000 median salary* 616,458 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
Mobile App Developer
Build, test, and update user-friendly apps, collaborating with teams and staying current with tech trends.
Great if you like:
$124,800 median salary* 38,299 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
Game Designer
Create engaging gaming experiences by designing gameplay, storylines, characters, and environments.
Great if you like:
$121,200 median salary* 926 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
Product Manager
Oversee the entirety of a product's lifecycle, from conception to launch, and collaborate with engineering teams and business departments.
Great if you like:
$140,200 median salary* 135,215 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
Cybersecurity Professional
Develop strategies to protect organizations from cyber-attacks and disruptions.
Great if you like:
$119,700 median salary* 147,973 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
UX Designer
Make digital and physical products easier and more enjoyable to use.
Great if you like:
$121,200 median salary* 70,778 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
IT Support Specialist
Evaluate and troubleshoot technology issues so equipment runs smoothly.
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$56,200 median salary* 318,249 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
Front-End Developer
Design and develop the look, feel, function, and user experience of a website.
Great if you like:
$130,900 median salary* 29,258 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
Application Developer
Analyze customer needs and design systems and solutions for the cloud.
Great if you like:
$114,600 median salary* 66,200 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
Back-End Developer
Build the structures that help websites function using industry-standard tools and programming systems.
Great if you like:
$148,400 median salary* 28,403 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
Full Stack Developer
Create both front-end and back-end components of applications using JavaScript and manage applications throughout the software lifecycle.
Great if you like:
$129,900 median salary* 34,565 jobs available*
Credentials from leading partners
*Median salary and job opening data are sourced from United States Lightcast™ Job Postings Report. Data for job roles relevant to featured programs (7/1/2022 - 6/30/2023)
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