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Credential Description

In this advanced Python programming certificate course, emphasis will be placed on advanced topics, including arrays, functions, exceptions, reading/writing with simple files, and packages (panda and numpy). Upon completion, students, will design, code, test, and run Python language programs to be job ready with the latest programming skills.

Important: You may be eligible to take this program at NO COST through the IT Workforce Accelerator project. A laptop loan program is also available to those who are eligible to enroll in courses.

Please complete the interest form and someone will email you within 2 business days regarding eligibility and to provide the program registration link.

What You’ll Learn

  • Utilize key Python data structures such as lists and dictionaries for efficient data management
  • Implement flow control techniques, including while loops, to optimize program execution
  • Develop, test, and execute Python programs to solve real-world problems effectively

What You’ll Earn

Upon successful completion, you’ll earn a digital badge that can be shared on your LinkedIn profile, digital resume, or portfolio. Your badge will include details of the competencies you’ve mastered, giving employers a visual verification of your newly acquired skills.

Sherif Abdelfattah

Sherif Abdelfattah
Assistant Professor, Computer Science and Information Systems
Bradley University

B.S., Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport
M.S., Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport
PhD, Tennessee Technological University

Dr. Sherif Abdelfattah is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems at Bradley University. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Tennessee Technological University, where he also served as an instructor. Dr. Abdelfattah’s research focuses on applying machine learning and cryptography algorithms in areas such as cybersecurity, smart healthcare systems, smart grids, and ridesharing. He has authored numerous papers in major IEEE conferences and journals.

  • 1320
  • ($1188 for Bradley University Alumni)
  • 2-4 weeks depending on the start date
  • Online, Instructor led
  • Python 1 or equivalent knowledge
  • Program starts:
  • Aug/Oct/Dec 2025


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Career Pathways

After earning the entry-level non-credit certificate in Python 2, there are several career pathways you could explore:

  • Python Developer
  • Data Analyst
  • Software Engineer
  • Web Developer
  • Data Scientist

These are just a few examples of career pathways for someone with a certificate in Python 2. Further specialization, experience, and additional learning can open up more advanced opportunities in the tech industry.