Enhance your knowledge of Python, one of the world’s most popular and versatile cross-platform programming languages.
Method of Study
Online, self-paced
Register for Course
New users will need to create a free account and fill in a short form on FETCH, Ireland's Further Education and Training Hub.
This course operates on a fixed intake basis, with the course beginning on specific dates throughout the year.
This course is open for registration and will remain open until the course begins on 12/05/2025.
This course provides learners with advanced skills in Python programming, focusing on object-oriented concepts, data structures, and algorithms. Learners will gain the expertise needed to develop robust Python applications, and after completing the course, can register for an exam to gain the Certified Associate in Python Programming (PCAP) certification.
By completing this course you will be able to:
By successfully passing the exam at the end of the course, you will also achieve a Python Certified Associate Programmer (PCAP-31-0x) Certificate, an industry recognised qualification certified by the Python Institute.
This course is available to all adults over the age of 18 resident in the Republic of Ireland.
You can sign up for this course by visiting FETCH, Irelands Further Education and Training Hub. You will have to register for an account before you can begin the course.
The provider for this course is Cenit College, and your learning will be delivered through the eCollege online learning environment. When you complete your application you will receive an email with your access details, and when you log into the platform you will see details of how to contact your course tutor. You can contact your course tutor at any time, or reach out to Cenit College directly at eCollegeinfo@cenitcollege.ie
In order to take this course, you should already have a solid grasp of the Python programming language.
If you are just starting out in programming, our ICDL Coding Principles course may be a better choice. If you've got the basics of programming but need more experience in Python, then our IT Specialist in Python course would be a good choice.
Yes, this course is supported by an online tutor who you will have access to during the course.
The Certified Associate Python Programmer exam is conducted online. The exam consists of 40 single answer and multiple-choice questions. The pass mark for the exam is 70%. You cannot use study materials during the exam. Your results will be available to you on the day of the exam.
You will require access to a PC or laptop running a supported version of Microsoft Windows (the most recent version is Windows 11).
You will be required to install a recent version of Python 3 on your machine. This comes packaged with a development tool called IDLE. IDLE can be used for the duration of your studies. This software is open source and free.
