Overview
Coding Practices NCFE Level 3 Certificate (Distance Learning)This course does not teach coding. It focuses on the best practices and principles of coding, which are essential for software development and testing.
The IT and Digital sector is not just growing, it’s booming, and software development is an in-demand skill. With the increasing number of tech vacancies, there has never been a better time to gain an introductory knowledge of coding principles. This course could be your stepping stone into a career path that’s not just promising, but also exciting and dynamic.
This course introduces various software testing approaches and stages, including the principles of test-driven development. You will learn techniques for identifying and resolving bugs, as well as strategies for preventing issues before they arise. Additionally, you will gain an understanding of deployment and ongoing maintenance, covering key areas such as maintenance planning, configuration management, and version control systems.
The Level 3 in Coding Practices free online course will provide you with sector awareness and develop your knowledge and skills relating to coding practices. You will learn about coding requirements and planning, understanding coding design, implementing coding and the various approaches and stages of software testing, including test-driven development. You will develop your knowledge of issues, including bug detection, resolution and preventive techniques.
This qualification is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge, skills and understanding of coding. It will familiarise you with the skills needed to work in the digital sector.
The IT and web development sector is growing rapidly, as almost all businesses now have some form of online presence. Understanding coding and software testing is not just crucial for developers, but also for project managers, product owners, and other non-technical roles, as it helps in effective communication and project management.
Coding is a potentially lucrative skill set to possess, and the demand for expertise in this area is only going to grow as the world becomes increasingly digital.
If you’re looking to get into coding but aren’t sure where to start, take a look at NCFE’s Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Coding. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to coding, covering the basics of programming languages and software development. Once you’ve completed this, you can progress to the Level 3 Certificate in Coding Practices, which delves deeper into coding principles and software testing.
If you’ve already completed a Level 2 qualification in either IT or coding, the Level 3 Certificate in Coding Practices could help you find employment or continue to another qualification.
Study at times to suit you. Gain a Level 3 qualification for FREE*
*Level 3 courses are free if learners meet the criteria:
- Do not hold a Level 3 or higher qualification
- Are over 19 on 1st August
- Have lived in UK for 3 years or more
If they don’t meet the criteria they may be able to get a Government loan.
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What Will You Learn?
- Coding requirements and planning
- Understanding coding design
- Implementation of coding
- Software testing
- Understand deployment, maintenance, and configuration management.
What can I do after this course?
This course would be necessary for job roles such as:
- Software Developer (£30,000 to £70,000)
- App Developer (£31,000 to £60,000)
- Computer Games Developer (£27,000 to £71,000)
Further study may be required for these roles. This is a knowledge-only course and is excellent as an introduction to the subject.
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Coding Practices
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