Python Data Science Certificate
Learn Python and Data Science concepts to start a new career
The Python Data Science Certificate is a comprehensive curriculum focused on Python software, working with big data, and visualizing and modeling the results. Working with data experts, you will gain incredible insight into this fast growing, high demand field. One of the fastest growing professions in the US, data analysis certification offers many opportunities for you to grow your career and make smarter decisions with your big data.
Length & Frequency
6 Months (approx) | 2 sessions per week
Delivery
Online with 100% live instruction
Start Dates
Cohorts begin Jan, Apr, July, Oct
Cost
$7995
Why Digital Workshop Center?
average increase in salary of
certificate program students *
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career coaching and mentoring included
Always Live & Online | Hands-On | Affordable | Small Class Sizes | Expert Instructors
*Profile report data based on 2020-2023 Employment and Wage survey submissions
^Based on 2021-2023 data only | *Based on 2021-2023 data & does not include Blueprint, WP/PS/ILL/ID/ bootcamps or B.Admin data
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Schedule
Total Class Hours
96 hours*
(*Additional hours outside of class will also be assigned. Schedules may vary. Consult with DWC staff for more information)
Data Science Q2/2024 Cohort 01 | Start Date: 04/08/2024
Learn python for data science and earn a data analysis certification
Mentored Instruction
The Data Science Certificate program includes mentored instruction throughout your classroom training, as well as one month of support after the end of each class and one year for a free re-take of the same class.
Data science programs at DWC also include a Capstone project option for additional portfolio building opportunities.
Learn Python for data science in small class sizes which includes individual support and mentoring every step of the way.
Career Coaching & Internships
As you approach graduation, you will work closely with our expert career coaches to refine your next steps towards a new job. Career services provided include one-on-one resume writing, job search, and mock interview workshops. Learn more
DWC partners with Parker-Dewey to offer micro-internships to our students. These project-based internships are a great way for students to build real-world experience. Learn more
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Scholarships may be available if you are unemployed looking to upskill or re-skill, women pursuing tech careers, and veterans seeking tech skills. Find out more here.
Flexible payment plans including 0% interest financing are available for those who qualify. Attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more about what options are available.
Download Program Guide
For an overview of each certificate program, visit our certificate program guide page to download a useful PDF of this program’s details.
Inside Our Curriculum
Data Science Certificate - Essential Career Skills
Companies around the world are storing more data than ever before in order to learn about their customers patterns and behaviors. From online sales to social media trends, there is a vast array of data that is available for companies to learn about consumer trends.
Along with massive amounts of data there is also a growing need for data professionals to understand how to work with and model the insights necessary for a company to learn about their customer base. Data science is a growing field that requires a new set of software tools and skills, combining advanced data analysis, critical thinking, Python programming, and creative problem solving.
Digital Workshop Center has worked closely with data science experts to create a comprehensive curriculum, focused on Python basics, working with big data, and visualizing and modeling the results. Attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more about the Python Data Science program.
Program Overview
Upon successful completion of the Python Data Science Certificate program, students will:
- Learn to code with Python software
- Organize and clean up the data
- Identify key features within the data (descriptive statistics)
- Plot data and write functions to perform basic tasks
- Use a basic linear regression model
- Apply data analysis for business purposes (predictive statistics)
- Know practical usage of statistics in business
- Automate repetitive tasks
- Create automated reports
- Problem solving with programming
- Understand basics of optimization
- Understand basics of Machine Learning
Plus:
- Design a real-world data science project with help from a mentor
- One-on-one job search and resume writing assistance with a career coach
Payment Options
Affordable payment plan and loan options available
Scholarships
Scholarships for students needing economic support
Frequently Asked Questions
IMPORTANT: Required Pre-Class Assignments
Prior to the start of class, each student is required to:
Getting Started: More Useful Resources
The following are helpful for understanding statistics and Python. These are not required but recommended.
To review statistics concepts, you can watch the following statistics videos by StatQuest with Josh Starmer:
- Histograms, Clearly Explained
- What is a statistical distribution?
- Population Parameters
- The Mean, Variance and Standard Deviation
- Install and Setup for Mac and Windows
- Strings – Working with Textual Data
- Integers and Floats – Working with Numeric Data
- Lists, Tuples, and Sets
- Dictionaries – Working with Key-Value Pairs
- Conditionals and Booleans – If, Else, and Elif Statements
- Loops and Iterations – For/While Loops
- Functions
- Import Modules and Exploring The Standard Library
Free Quizzes:
- Python Programming skills assessment: https://www.datacamp.com/signal
- Basic Python Quiz For Beginners: https://pynative.com/basic-python-quiz-for-beginners/
Questions?
If you have any questions on pre-class assignments, please contact DWC administrative staff for help.
When can I start?
See scheduled offerings above.
Pre-requisites
- Microsoft Excel Level 2 and Microsoft Excel PivotTables, or equivalent knowledge.
- Students entering this program should have knowledge of basic programming concepts such as variables, functions, and data types.
- It is recommended, but not required, to have experience with applications of programming in a business environment.
- (Important: See below for Pre-Class Assignments required before first class session)
How long is this program?
The Data Science certificate program is scheduled 2-3 times per week over 3-4 months. Total length may vary.
At DWC, each Certificate Program is comprised of the required workshops and a Capstone project. Once you have completed all the necessary course work and Capstone, you will earn your certificate.
What's included?
Certificate Programs & Bootcamps
Each Certificate Program & Bootcamp is comprised of several stand-alone classes, plus additional classes specific to your career field, portfolio building with a comprehensive Capstone Project, and career coaching workshops.
Support and mentoring a huge part of all of our full length programs.
Attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more details of the programs and get your questions answered.
Stand-Alone Classes
Every stand-alone class at DWC includes support and mentoring throughout.
Stand-alone classes within your program also include:
- Professional Textbook(s) or Reference Packet(s)
- Lesson files
- One year for a free re-take (for attended students of public classes only)
- 30 days of technical support
- Certificate of Completion
If you have questions on stand-alone classes for professional development, contact us or attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more details of the programs and get your questions answered.
Payment & financial aid options
DWC offers several flexible financial aid options to help you finance your education. None of our financial aid tools will require a federal student loan or add severe interest penalties. We have several flexible payment plan options that fit your monthly budget.
If you are interested in scholarship or financial aid opportunities, attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more.
Click here to learn more about financial aid options and get started.
Homework expectations
Homework varies from class to class, instructor to instructor. It is recommended that you set aside 1-2x the class duration for homework/assignments (e.g. if in class 7 hours per week, expect 7-14 hours needed to complete homework/assignments).
What career services or internships do you offer?
For full length programs, support and mentoring is included and you will be eligible to work one-on-one with a career coach.
Workshops for job search and resume writing are included in the cost of your program. Our expert career coaches will help you prepare for the next steps of your career path. Your success is our success.
Click here to learn more about career coaching
DWC also partners with Parker-Dewey to offer micro-internships to our students. These project-based internships are a great way for students to build real-world experience. Learn more
Attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and discuss career coaching & internship options today.
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