MCC Code School

Code School provides entry points to the field of web development for individuals with no prior coding experience, career changers, and industry professionals interested in upskilling or reskilling to attain high-demand, high-paying careers in technology.  

While no prior web development experience is necessary for entry to the program, applicants must have computer literacy and an understanding of operating procedures and software like file storage, email, Microsoft programs and more. Applicants with some experience may demonstrate their skills via a pre-assessment to qualify for accelerated entry into the program.  

WordPress Development:

• Over 10-weeks, participants complete a 6-week workshop series that culminates with a 4-week capstone project. Class work will be submitted via Canvas LMS and class will be presented in a live virtual format via Zoom. Topics include: Introduction to WordPress, Customizing Themes and Child Themes, Using Gutenberg Blocks, Plugins, SEO, Performance Optimization, Security, Maintenance, Backups, and Hosting. Participants that successfully complete all 6 workshops and the capstone project will earn a micro credential in WordPress Web Development.

Introduction to Web Development:

• Over 12 weeks, participants will learn the basics of web development including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, Figma, VS Code, Chrome developer tools, and Github. Best practices for project planning/management, responsive design and web accessibility are integrated within assignments throughout the course. Participants may also choose to complete a Google UX Design certificate through a partnership with Coursera.

Front-End Web Development:

• Participants will spend 6 months learning learn the basics of front-end development including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript before focusing on React, Next.js, and Typescript. The course covers unit testing, API’s, cloud deployment and the use of tools such as Figma, VS Code, Chrome developer tools, and Github. Best practices for project planning/management, responsive design and web accessibility are integrated within assignments throughout the course. Participants may also choose to complete a Google UX Design certificate through a partnership with Coursera.

Back-End Web Development:

• Over 6 months, participants will learn the basics of web development (HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, Figma, VS Code, Chrome developer tools, Github) before learning the basics of back-end web development with a focus on Java, SQL, Java DBC, Spring Boot, and deployment with AWS. Best practices for project planning/management, responsive design and web accessibility are integrated within assignments throughout the course. Participants may also choose to complete a Google UX Design certificate through a partnership with Coursera.

Full-Stack Web Development:

• In this 11-month program, participants will learn the foundations of web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), Front-End Web Development (React, Next.js, Typescript), and Back-End Web Development (Java, SQL, Java DBC, Spring Boot). During the final 2 months of the course, participants follow Agile methodologies while coding across the stack in teams as they design, develop and deploy a full-stack application. The use of Github Copilot will be integrated in select course assignments.

Code School offers customized, employer-paid cohorts for business that want to offer web development training to groups of 4 or more. These fast-paced programs immerse students in a rigorous curriculum and course structure based on needs identified by area employers to help advance participants in their careers. For more information on corporate cohorts or other customized training options, email MCCCodeSchool@mccneb.edu.