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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.
WGU CERTIFICATES
Why Choose a Certificate?
If you're not quite ready to commit to a full degree program, want to try out online learning, or want to grow a specific skill set quickly, a WGU certificate could be the right fit. You can start your certificate program at any time, and WGU’s competency-based learning model lets you move quickly through familiar material and focus on what you need to learn. Plus, certificate course credit can be transferred to certain WGU degree programs.
Online Courses that Work with Your Schedule
Our certificate programs are 100% online, and there are no set class times. You can work through your certificate when it makes sense for you.
Support That Sets You Up for Success
WGU serves students from a wide range of professional and academic backgrounds. Our Course Instructors and career resources help you complete your certificate.
A Smart Investment in Your Future
This certificate is $499 for a three-month program, with no additional fees. Financial assistance is not available, but you can choose a three-month payment plan.
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.
100% 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.
