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Certified Software Engineer — CSE

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Description

Software developers/engineers are the creative minds behind computer programs. Some develop the applications that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or another device. Others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or that control networks.

Certifying Organization

Institute for the Certification of Computing Professionals

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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7 Software Development programs on Career School App.

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Software Engineering

Bachelor Degree

AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
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Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
40 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
Keiser University

Software Engineering

Bachelor Degree

AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
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Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
40 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
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Keiser University

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AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
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Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
40 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
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Keiser University

Software Engineering

Bachelor Degree

AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
Port St. Lucie Campus
Port St. Lucie, FL
Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
40 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
ABCO Technology

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HybridFinancial Aid
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Los Angeles, CA
Next start
Nov 16, 2026
Duration
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40 quarter credit units
App fee
$125
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ABCO Technology

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OnlineFinancial Aid
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Online · 100% remote
Next start
Nov 16, 2026
Duration
30 Weeks
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App fee
$125
Tuition
$8,500 for the Program
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Suggested because Certified Software Engineer applies to Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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