Programmer is a Diploma program (100% Online) offered by ABCO Technology in Los Angeles, CA. The program takes 30 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $8,500.
Program Overview
In today’s digital economy, coding proficiency has become essential across all industries. Our comprehensive Programmer program opens the door to this high-demand field by teaching you how to build desktop, web, and mobile applications from the ground up. Starting with programming fundamentals and logical thinking, you’ll progress to developing real-world solutions using artificial intelligence (AI) with Python, Java, and other industry-standard languages.
The goal of the Programmer Diploma program is to prepare graduates for entry-level employment as computer programmers, software developers, web developers, business analysts, database developers, or similar roles. Students will develop skills required to design and implement computer software applications.
Student outcomes. Graduates of this program are expected to attain the following:
- An ability to build and design web-based applications.
- An ability to use Java to build software applications.
- An ability to use web-based coding with HTML, CSS & JavaScript.
- An ability to use Python to develop applications.
- An ability to build and deploy Mobile Android applications.
- An ability to function as a team member in a technical environment.
What sets this Program apart
- Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Learn the programming languages and frameworks most in-demand by employers
- Project-Based Learning: Apply concepts immediately through practical coding exercises and real-world projects
- Expert Instruction: Learn from experienced software developers who bring real-world insights to the classroom
- Comprehensive Career Support: From resume building to technical interview preparation
- Flexible Learning Options: Choose between online or on-campus study with schedules that work for you
Admission Requirements and Process
The Admissions process is a sequence of steps an applicant must complete in order to enroll at the school: complete an Application for Admissions (available from the ABCO Technology Admissions office or online), complete an interview with an Admissions representative, meet with the Financial Aid Office to review the program’s cost and any aid you may be eligible for, and review and sign an Enrollment Agreement with an Enrollment Official.
Applicants for programs offered entirely through distance education complete the same admissions process; however, each step is performed online by completing electronic forms and participating in teleconference sessions with representatives from the Admissions and Financial Aid offices. All classes are conducted in English.
General Requirements
- High School Diploma or EquivalentYou must submit your high school diploma, GED or GED equivalent education.
- Basic Computer SkillsYou should demonstrate basic computer and internet proficiency; no prior coding experience is necessary.
- Application and Admissions InterviewYou must complete an Application for Admissions and an interview with an Admissions representative, who provides the most recent school catalog and School Performance Fact Sheet.
- Enrollment AgreementIf you meet all admissions requirements, an Enrollment Official reviews the program requirements and the Enrollment Agreement, including the cancellation, withdrawal and refund…
- Distance Education RequirementsStudents taking courses online must have an electronic device, preferably a computer with a web camera and microphone, and a high-speed internet connection, and must complete an…
Application Process
- 1Submit Your ApplicationComplete the online application form or download a PDF version to submit by email or in person.
- 2Meet With AdmissionsYour dedicated advisor will review your career goals, program options, and answer any questions.
- 3Financial PlanningMeet with the Financial Aid Office to review the program’s cost and explore grants, payment plans and other funding you may be eligible for.
- 4Confirm EnrollmentReview and sign your Enrollment Agreement to secure your spot in your chosen program and prepare for orientation.
Program Schedule
Distance education. As of 2022, the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) and the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) have approved the institution for offering all programs online. Students can complete their training for the approved programs via 100% distance education. Courses delivered through distance education will be offered entirely online. Fully online courses include a combination of participating in live, online teleconference sessions with the course instructor and completing assignments.
This program is delivered in either a hybrid or a distance learning modality. Hybrid courses include participating in teleconference sessions via daily live synchronous sessions with the instructor along with completing certain supervised labs on campus. Students decide which modality to complete the program at the time of enrollment, contingent on program availability.
Classes are usually scheduled between 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; in certain circumstances, classes may be scheduled outside of these times. ABCO offers day, evening, and weekend schedules, and all classes are live, instructor-led sessions.
Start dates. New classes begin every 5 weeks. Upcoming course start dates in the 2026–2027 academic calendar are November 16, 2026; January 4, 2027; February 8, 2027; March 15, 2027; April 19, 2027; May 24, 2027; and June 28, 2027.
- November 16th, 2026
- January 04th, 2027
- February 08th, 2027
- March 15th, 2027
- April 19th, 2027
- May 24th, 2027
- June 28th, 2027
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Program cost. Total charges for this program are $11,258, made up of:
- Registration fee: $125
- Tuition: $8,500
- Books: $1,125
- Supplies: $529
- Materials: $979
- STRF fee (state-imposed): $0
The published cost is $281.45 per quarter credit hour for the program’s 40 quarter credit hours. Program costs include all books and materials, and costs are locked when a student enrolls. All enrolled students must purchase the required books, supplies, and materials from ABCO Technology; their cost is included in the total charges stated on the enrollment agreement.
Federal financial aid. ABCO Technology is an eligible institution participating in federal financial aid programs, and financial aid is available to those who qualify: Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans, Federal PLUS loans and Federal Work-Study. The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); ABCO Technology’s FAFSA school code is 042426.
Other funding. All programs are approved by the Veterans Administration, and the veterans representative guides students toward veterans education benefits including the GI Bill®, VR&E (Chapter 31), Chapter 35 and Military Tuition Assistance. Students may also qualify through the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA), the California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR), the Employment Development Department and other public and private agencies.
Interest-free payment plan. Qualified students may request an in-house tuition payment plan with 0% interest at the time of enrollment, spreading payments across the program. To qualify you must be employed, complete a financial assessment form, provide your most recent pay stub and pay the minimum registration fee of $125.
Federal student loan debt. As reported on the School Performance Fact Sheet: 2024: cohort default rate 0%; 17% of students enrolled took out federal student loans to pay for this program; 10% of graduates took out federal student loans to pay for this program; average federal student loan debt of graduates who took out federal student loans at this institution $9,010. 2023: cohort default rate 0%; 39% of students enrolled took out federal student loans to pay for this program; 40% of graduates took out federal student loans to pay for this program; average federal student loan debt of graduates who took out federal student loans at this institution $5,154. The Cohort Default Rate (CDR) shows the percentage of this school’s students who were more than 270 days (9 months) behind on their federal student loans within three years of when the first payment was due.
Curriculum
Our programmer track is designed to provide you with the skills required to design and implement computer software applications across multiple platforms. You’ll learn to develop for web, desktop, and mobile environments using today’s most relevant programming languages and frameworks.
The program totals 40 quarter credit units. At ABCO Technology, one quarter credit unit equals 15 didactic clock hours, 20 laboratory clock hours or 60 out-of-class work/preparation clock hours.
Required Courses
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Career Outcomes
Our graduates are prepared to enter the software industry in roles such as the following.
- Computer Programmer
- Web Application Developer
- Android App Developer
- Software Developer
- Java Developer
- Python Developer
- Front-End / Back-End Developer
- Database Developer
- AI Developer
- UI Developer
- Application Support Engineer
O*NET occupations. The catalog lists the following O*NET SOC occupations for this program:
- 15-1121.00 Computer Systems Analysts
- 15-1132.00 Software Developers, Applications
- 15-1133.00 Software Developers, Systems Software
- 15-1134.00 Web Developers
- 15-1141.00 Database Administrators
- 15-1151.00 Computer User Support Specialists
- 15-1122.00 Information Security Analysts
- 49-2011.00 Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers
The school does not guarantee jobs.
Student outcomes (School Performance Fact Sheet). The School Performance Fact Sheet reports data for the two calendar years prior to reporting.
- On-time completion rate, 2024: 63% (10 on-time graduates of 16 students available for graduation); 2023: 71% (10 on-time graduates of 14 students available for graduation).
- Job placement rate (% employed in the field), 2024: 75% (6 graduates employed in the field of 8 graduates available for employment); 2023: 88% (7 graduates employed in the field of 8 graduates available for employment).
- License examination passage rates: NA. Graduates of ABCO Technology DO NOT REQUIRE TO PASS STATE LICENSURE EXAMINATION. The manufacturers have chosen through the Certification process to dictate the skill set a candidate may need for employment in particular specialty.
You may obtain from institution a list of the employment positions determined to be in the field for which a student received education and training. A list of sources used to substantiate salary disclosure is available from school. “This fact sheet is filed with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Regardless of any information you may have relating to completion rates, placement rates, starting salaries, or license exam passage rates, this fact sheet contains the information as calculated pursuant to state law.”
What to expect as a ABCO Technology student
Career Services. ABCO Technology’s career services provide personalized support to help students transition into the workforce. Services include resume writing, interview coaching, and job search guidance tailored to each student’s IT career goals.
Job Placement and Training. ABCO Technology has a full-time job placement assistant on staff, along with a nationally certified school counselor to help with your tech job placement. Students also benefit from ABCO’s program advisory committee consisting of employers, members of ABCO’s faculty, representatives from California’s Department of Employment Development, and alumni who coach and provide guidance to students seeking employment.
Testing Services. ABCO Technology serves as an authorized Prometric and VUE testing center, providing students with convenient access to industry-recognized certification exams.
Campus. ABCO Technology maintains an educational facility comprising 4,800 square feet of classroom and laboratory space, with six classrooms and laboratories, a student lounge/break room, free parking on campus, and access to high-speed internet. A maximum of 15 students can be enrolled in an on-campus classroom, and a maximum of 20 students can be enrolled in an online class.
Graduates who do not have any outstanding financial obligations to the school are eligible to receive placement services at any point within a six (6) month period that begins on the graduate’s date of graduation. The school does not guarantee jobs.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
ABCO Technology is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and has twice received the ACCSC School of Excellence award. It is approved to operate in California by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) and is an authorized Cisco Network Academy.
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Los Angeles Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
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