Website developers create dynamic, visually appealing websites and applications leading to impactful and engaging online user experiences.

Why Consider an IT-Web Development Specialist Degree?

You want to blend your interest in computers with your interests in communications and media.
Developing and maintaining websites, web applications and interactive web interfaces appeals to you.
Keeping technically relevant so you can apply new knowledge to your job is a challenge you welcome.
You want an in-demand career offering high wages and opportunities for future advancement in almost any industry.

Why Learn at Lakeshore?

Instructors combine online learning with classroom work to limit your time on campus.
Because of our low student-to-faculty ratio, you’ll get to know instructors and fellow students.
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
Willingness to stay well-informed about new technology

Career Area

Information Technology (IT)

Type

Technical Diploma

Program Number

30-152-4

Availability

In-Person

Technical Diploma
2 Terms
22 Credits
Financial Aid Eligible
Starts August

James Rice’s On-Campus Support Hours are Tuesdays 9 AM – 1 PM & Thursdays 9 AM – 4 PM.

Sherry Verdon’s On-Campus Support Hours are Mondays 9 AM – 1 PM & Wednesdays 9 AM – 3 PM.

Career Outlook

IT Web Development Specialist

Median Income: $67,422.00*

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.

Computer Occupations, All Other

Computer occupations

Disclosure:

*Lightcast/EMSI data is a hybrid dataset derived from official government sources such as the US 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: $3,682.31
Book Cost: $0.00
Supply Cost: $30.00
Program Total: $3,712.31

Some of Lakeshore College’s programs may reach program capacity due to high demand. When this occurs, the College will follow the Admissions Procedure to establish and maintain a waitlist to prioritize enrollment. In addition, some programs may offer a petition process outlined in their specific program handbook.

Many program courses are offered online which means instructors combine online learning with classroom work to limit your time on campus.

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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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Sarah Bornemann

Web and software development is an ever-changing field. Being able to share my knowledge with future developers is awesome. I'll always facilitate students' learning honestly and respectfully, being constantly aware that they may have never written a line of code in their lives.

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