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UNM-LA News:

UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) is offering four additional fall certificate programs to members of the community including a Python Programming Certificate, IT and cybersecurity certifications and an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate.

Python Programming Certificate is a 40-hour online program, held 12-3:20 p.m. Fridays beginning  Sept. 6 through Nov. 22. The cost is $480. Python is one of the most versatile and widely used programming languages in the world. The course will provide students with a solid understanding of Python and its libraries, as well as the ability to apply Python to real-world problems.

IT certificate program, Network+, takes place online 6:30-9 p.m. Monday through Friday, Sept. 9 to Oct. 17. The cost is $1,500. Students will develop the knowledge and skills required to design, troubleshoot and implement functional networks on the job.

Cybersecurity certificate program, PenTest+, validates the skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. The program is online 3:30-6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, Sept. 11 to Oct. 19. The cost is $1,500.

ECE Certificate program is free to community members for a limited time with the support of Los Alamos National Laboratory and the Regional Development Corporation. The ECE, developed in partnership with the Bilingual Montessori in Los Alamos, is a 12-week online program 5:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays (and Saturdays to be determined) starting Sept. 6. A stackable certificate, the program provides teacher educators and educational leaders the tools and hands-on experience to develop innovative school programs.

For more information on these or other UNM-LA continuing education certificate programs, visit losalamos.unm.edu/community-education or contact the educational and workforce partnerships officer at audreysinclair@unm.edu.