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Take the Next Step in Your Career


Are you ready to take a step forward in your career? Certificate programs at WGU can help you get experience and knowledge that is critical for your career growth. Career-focused coursework that you can do on your time, at your pace, allows you to take the next step in a way that works for you.

Learn more about the IT certificates you can earn at WGU. 

Available IT Certificates


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AI and Machine Learning Developer Certificate

Learn to integrate and manage AI capabilities in modern software systems...

Learn to integrate and manage AI capabilities in modern software systems with this certificate designed for experienced software developers, engineers, and technical professionals.

Time: Four months
Cost: $2,800
Courses: 4 courses total in this program

What you’ll learn:

  • Integrating machine learning models
  • Designing AI-enabled software
  • Building scalable AI systems
  • Implementing AI responsibly
  • Monitoring deployed AI systems
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AI Skills Fundamentals Certificate

Strengthen foundational AI knowledge and learn to use AI tools effectively...

Strengthen foundational AI knowledge and learn to use AI tools effectively across roles and industries.

  • Time: 3 months from start to finish.
  • Cost: $699 for the certificate.
  • Courses: 3 courses total in this program.

This certificate program is tailored for professionals in various industries who want to harness AI to enhance efficiency, generate data-driven insights, and foster innovation within their organizations. This certificate will prepare you for the next step in your career.

This certificate can help build fundamental skills in AI prompting and data analysis. It can also help those with no technical background begin to build vocational identity for a long-term career in their industry.

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Business Intelligence Certificate

Learn to analyze and use data to support smarter decision-making across...

Learn to analyze and use data to support smarter decision-making across departments, including customer service, supply chain, human resources, sales, marketing, operations, and more.

  • Time: 4 months from start to finish.
  • Cost: $2,295 for the certificate.
  • Courses: 3 courses total in this program.

This certificate program is tailored for professionals in various industries who want to become more data-driven or who want to pursue data-focused roles. This certificate will prepare you for the next step in your career.

This certificate can help build fundamental skills in AI, data analysis, and also help those with no technical background begin to build vocational identity for a long-term career in their industry.

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate

Build foundational cybersecurity skills and earn the CompTIA Security+...

Build foundational cybersecurity skills and earn the CompTIA Security+ certification to strengthen your qualifications for greater responsibilities in IT.

  • Time: 3 months from start to finish.
  • Cost: $1,800 for the certificate.
  • Courses: 2 courses total in this program.

This certificate program is designed for professionals with some IT experience. The skills gained in this program can help you stay competitive in the field as cybersecurity risks increase and entry-level IT work becomes increasingly automated.

This certificate can help build fundamental skills in cybersecurity, and also help those with no technical background begin to build vocational identity for a long-term career in their industry.

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Data Analytics Skills Certificate

Learn foundational analytics concepts and build job-ready skills in data...

Learn foundational analytics concepts and build job-ready skills in data analysis, data visualization, SQL, Python, and Excel.

  • Time: 6 months from start to finish.
  • Cost: $2,000 for the certificate.
  • Courses: 6 courses total in this program.

This certificate is designed to help aspiring data analysts begin their journey, gain valuable experience, and add a critical credential to their résumé. You are also guaranteed admission into a WGU School of Technology degree program. All of these courses can be applied to a course in the B.S. Computer Science and B.S. Data Analytics degree programs. This certificate will prepare you for the next step in your career.

This certificate can help build fundamental skills in data analysis, and also help those with no technical background begin to build vocational identity for a long-term career in data analytics. 

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Data Engineering Professional Certificate

Learn how to process, store, and analyze massive datasets across cloud...

Learn how to process, store, and analyze massive datasets across cloud environments with this certificate designed for technical professionals.

  • Time: 7 months from start to finish.
  • Cost: $3,500 for the certificate.
  • Courses: 3 courses total in this program.

This certificate program is tailored for professionals with a background in data analytics, cloud computing, or IT who want to expand their expertise and advance their career in data engineering.. This certificate will prepare you for the next step in your career.

This certificate can help advance your skills in data processing, cloud enviroments, data analytics, and more for a long-term career in their industry.

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Front End Web Developer

Gain skills in JavaScript programming, React engineering, and ToDo app...

Gain skills in JavaScript programming, React engineering, and ToDo app building in this certificate designed to help you launch or advance your IT career.

  • Time: 3 months from start to finish.
  • Cost: $499 for the certificate.
  • Courses: 3 courses total in this program.

This certificate created with CodeSignal is designed to help aspiring web developers begin their journey, gain valuable experience, and add a critical credential to their résumé. This certificate will prepare you for the next step in your career.

This certificate can help build fundamental skills in front-end development, and also help those with no technical background begin to build vocational identity for a long-term career in IT. Learners will gain critical skills including version control, scripting, web development, JavaScript programming, and UI design. 

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Java Developer Certificate

Build practical Java skills and a strong foundation for development roles...

Build practical Java skills and a strong foundation for development roles through hands-on learning.

  • Time: 3 months from start to finish.
  • Cost: $499 for the certificate.
  • Courses: 3 courses total in this program.

This certificate is designed to help individuals who want to pursue web development gain important skills and experience, boosting their résumé right away. This program is an important step for your career.

Build your foundational skills in back end web development with a focus on SQL queries, user interface, database management, Java fundamentals and frameworks, and more.

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ServiceNow Application Developer Certificate

Learn how to build low-code apps, automate workflows, and develop...

Learn how to build low-code apps, automate workflows, and develop user-centered solutions with hands-on ServiceNow training.

  • Time: 5 months from start to finish
  • Cost: $1,500
  • Courses: 3 courses total

A ServiceNow certificate helps you learn critical tech skills such as arrays, loops, and conditional statements. Developing these important skills can help you be prepared to take the next step in your career, and boost your résumé to demonstrate your abilities to employers.

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AI for K–12 Education Leaders Certificate

Guide practical AI strategies that support administrative operations,...

Guide practical AI strategies that support administrative operations, clear governance, and responsible innovation in K–12 schools and districts.

  • Time: 3 months
  • Cost: $699
  • Courses: 2 courses total in this program

What you’ll learn:

  • Planning AI adoption strategies
  • Analyzing operational data
  • Improving operational workflows
  • Guiding responsible AI use
  • Aligning AI practices with policy
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AI for K–12 Teachers Certificate

Explore how to leverage AI tools to design creative lessons, personalize...

Explore how to leverage AI tools to design creative lessons, personalize learning experiences, and encourage high-impact engagement in K–12 classrooms.

  • Time: 3 months
  • Cost: $699
  • Courses: 2 courses total in this program

What you’ll learn:

  • Planning AI-supported lessons
  • Creating instructional materials with AI
  • Evaluating AI accuracy, bias, and limits
  • Guiding responsible student AI use

About WGU IT Certificates

3–6 Courses

IT certificates at WGU consist of 3–6 courses that are career-focused, geared to help you take the next step in your education and career. Boost your résumé and upskill to stay competitive in today's job market.

3–7 Months

You will have access to the certificate courses for 3–7 months and most students complete their certificates in that time. Work at your own pace and move through the courses as quickly as you can master the materials.

$499–$3,500 Tuition

Certificate programs at WGU are competitively priced, $499–$3,500 depending on the certificate you choose and its complexity. There are no additional fees that you will have to pay for this certificate.

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

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Ready to Get a Whole New Career?

Getting an IT certificate is a smart investment in your future.

In just a few months, you can equip yourself with the skills you need to either launch a new career or step ahead in your current role.

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