Database
Certificate
Start building your future in tech - one data set at a time. Get the hands-on training you'll need to thrive in the dynamic field of database management. You'll graduate proficient in computer programming principles, armed with the ability to design, manipulate, and maintain relational database systems—the backbone of modern data storage technology.
100%
of our faculty are teaching focused.
Our Database Certificate prepares you for real-world challenges in today’s data-driven industries. You’ll learn to design, build, and maintain relational databases using in-demand tools like Python, PHP, and SQL, while working with supportive, expert instructors who are invested in your success. By the time you finish, you’ll be ready for entry-level roles or career advancement in database management, equipped with the confidence and skills employers are looking for.
Admissions Office
Gain real-world experience through local internships that connect your classroom learning to in-demand careers.
Network with fellow students by joining a student organization like the Computer Science Club, Rotaract, the Student Government Association, and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
Database Administrator, Database Architect, Database Analyst, Programmer, Coder, Software Developer, Developer, Back End Developer, Web Developer
COMPLETION TIME
10 Months
if Full Time
2 Semesters13 Total Credit Hours
What if I attend part-time?
Our Student Success Advisors help with an academic plan that works for you.
ESTIMATED COST
$2,080
+ supplies & fees
Based on 2024-25
What financial assistance can I receive?
Find the plan right for you by connecting with our Financial Aid office.
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
15 Students
average per class
Small class sizes mean more individual attention and a higher rate of success.
View the College Catalog to see a complete list of classes for this program.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
Students learn by doing and will have fun classes to practice and implement their learned knowledge. In this program there is a Computer Science club to meet with other motivated students to learn from each other, sharing thoughts and building projects. All of this makes our students competitive candidates for future jobs.
Dr. Rafeeq Al-Hashemi, Associate Professor, Computer Sciences
How Do I Get Into the Database Certificate Program?
Learn to develop websites and be part of a growing industry. Connect with an Admissions representative to learn how to get started.
- Complete our quick admissions application. It’s free and easy!
- Apply for financial aid (FAFSA).
- Apply for ICC Scholarships. Just one easy application for hundreds of scholarships.
What Can I Expect As a Database Student?
- You’ll maintain and design databases through understanding relational database structure.
- You’ll manipulate databases using SQL statements, stored-procedures, triggers, and user-defined functions.
- You’ll demonstrate knowledge of designing, constructing, and assessing appropriate solutions using a variety of techniques.
- You’ll have the opportunity to intern at a local employer for real-world experience before you earn your certificate.
How Am I Going to Manage This?
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What if I am working while going to school?
We have you covered. Many of our students are working adults who balance life and school. We have great resources on campus to help keep you going!
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What are my options for funding my education?
Fill out and file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Even if you don’t want federal aid, this document is used by many scholarship and grant programs to evaluate aid packages.
Look for scholarships and grants first because usually they don’t have to be paid back. The ICC Foundation sponsors some scholarships and grants that may be available from Illinois or federal programs. Other organizations also offer scholarships; we can help you research those opportunities.
Federally guaranteed student loans can be a smart way to fund college. Think about your transfer plans and what your career looks like. Some sources recommend that you cap your borrowing at the level of what you (realistically!) can expect to earn at your first job after college. So, research careers and pay, too.
Of course, savings, jobs, and work-study are key parts of your budget. Your employer may offer tuition reimbursement. Find the tools to make a complete plan for paying for school.
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