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Software & App Design

Software Development and App Design prepares students for employment/postsecondary education related to the design, development, installation, implementation, use and management of computers with an emphasis on writing code. An integrated approach of teaching and learning is provided as students enhance their technical knowledge and skills that are associated with functions within Software Development occupations. In addition to the occupation related skills, students completing this program will also develop advanced critical thinking, applied academic, interpersonal relations, life management, business, economic, and leadership skills.

Program Standards

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Program Details 

  • Coding 1-2 (Year 1)   
  • Coding 3-4 (Year 2)  
  • Coding Internship (Year 3) 


Certifications
  • Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification

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Clubs 

SkillsUSA provides educational programs, events and competitions that support career and technical education to ensure America has a skilled workforce. 

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Careers in Software & App Design

  • $110,140 Average Annual Wage
  • Software Developer 
  • Computer Programmer
  • Web developer
  • Mobile Application designer
  • Product Manager 
  • Quality Assurance Engineer
  • Software Development Engineer


The Software & App Design program is available at:

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