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Build Practical Front-End Skills in Three Months or Less

Get Started in Front-End Web Development

Want to explore front-end development roles? WGU’s Front-End Web Developer Certificate puts you on a structured path to get started without committing to a full degree program. Through hands-on learning, you’ll develop the skills needed to build responsive, interactive, and user-friendly websites.

  • Build practical skills. Cover the foundational skills and tools used in modern front-end development, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, APIs, and more.
  • Study your way. WGU’s competency-based learning model lets you breeze through what you already know so you can focus on what you don’t.
  • Stack credits toward a degree. The course credits you earn in this certificate can count toward select WGU School of Technology degree programs.

Build What’s Next

Gain the skills to create modern web experiences. WGU’s flexible online certificate provides hands-on learning with the tools front-end developers use every day.

Why Choose a WGU Certificate?

WGU certificates are focused, non-degree programs designed to help you build specialized, career-relevant skills in months. With year-round enrollment, you can start when you’re ready and progress through your certificate as quickly as you master the material. Learn more about WGU certificates.

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Job-Ready Skills

Our certificate programs are developed with employer input to reflect real workforce needs.

Never Alone

Access mentors and career services to help guide you from start to finish.

University-Backed

Earn a credential from an accredited university with more than 29 years of experience providing quality higher education.

Value Now, Value Later

Credits earned in a WGU certificate can be applied toward certain WGU degree programs.

HOW IT WORKS

Here's What You Can Expect from This Certificate

  • You must have internet access, a computer, and an external webcam.
  • For one course, you will submit a performance assessment for evaluation by our WGU Evaluation team. You must achieve a ranking of Competent on this assessment to pass. Other courses require proctored objective assessments. You will have two attempts to pass each of these exams.
  • The program’s orientation course will introduce you to the full program experience and prepare you for success.
  • This certificate will be self-directed, like other WGU competency-based courses, allowing you to complete modules as quickly as you master the material.
  • You are responsible for maintaining your pace toward completion and being self-directed in your coursework.
  • You should plan to dedicate 15–20 hours a week to the program.

Prepared for Success on the Job

*From a 2024 Harris Poll of 300 employers of WGU graduates.

86% of employers said that WGU graduates were prepared for their jobs.*

94% of employers said WGU graduates meet or exceed expectations*

95% of employers rated the "soft skills" of WGU grads as equal to or better than graduates from other institutions*

Ready to Get Started?

Build the foundation to create modern websites and interactive web experiences. Fill out the form to learn more about WGU’s Front-End Web Developer Certificate.