Women Coders Coalition

Take your career to the next level!

At the University of Richmond School of Professional & Continuing Studies, we’re here to meet the learning needs of Richmond’s coding community. From boot camps to professional certificates to bachelor’s and post-bachelor’s degree programs, we’re here to meet your professional learning needs, both in-person on the Richmond campus and online.

Earn a Valued Credential in an Online Boot Camp

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Coding Boot Camp
 24-week online Coding Boot Camp prepares you to be a full-stack web developer, covering both front-end and back-end coding skills.
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Cybersecurity Boot Camp
 24-week online Cybersecurity Boot Camp takes a multidisciplinary approach to information technology, networking and modern information security.
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Data Analytics Boot Camp
 24-week online Data Analytics Boot Camp empowers you to gain the knowledge and skills to conduct robust analytics on a host of real-world problems.
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Boot Camp
 24-week online AI Boot Camp builds a strong foundation in AI and machine learning and expands knowledge with the latest tools, technologies and methodologies.
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UX/UI Boot Camp
 24-week online UX/UI Boot Camp focuses on front-end development and design to create innovative user experiences, including intuitive interfaces and creative designs.

Jumpstart Your Career with a Professional Certificate

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Distinguished Women in Leadership
 Our 4-day intensive and 8-week self-paced programs equip participants with assessments, strategies, tools and mentoring to help you lead teams effectively and grow as a leader.
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Online GIS Professional Certificate
 Our 26-week GIS Professional Certificate provides the GIS mapping and technology skills to sit for an Esri certification exam.
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Beer Brewer Professional Certificate
 Our 9-month Beer Brewer Professional Certificate prepares you to work in the craft brewing industry or advance your career in a brewery.
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Interior Decorating Professional Certificate
 Our 7-month Interior Decorating Professional Certificate provides the training and hands-on practice to enter or advance in the interior decorating field.
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Online Campaign Management Professional Certificate
 Our semester-long nonpartisan Campaign Management Professional Certificate prepares you to contribute to and manage a political campaign at any level.
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Online Grassroots Lobbying & Advocacy Professional Certificate
 Our semester-long Grassroots Lobbying & Advocacy Professional Certificate prepares you to develop and manage a issues-based lobbying and advocacy efforts.

Earn Industry-Recognized Certifications

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SHRM Learning System
 Our semester-long SHRM Learning System is provided by the Society for HR Management (SHRM) and prepares you for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification.
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Personal Fitness Trainer
 Our 5-week accredited Personal Fitness Trainer program, offered in partnership with W.I.T.S., prepares you to become a Certified Personal Trainer.
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AASDN Nutrition Specialist
 Our Nutrition Specialist Certification course, offered in partnership with the American Academy of Sports Dietitians and Nutritionists (AASDN), prepares you to take the certification exam.
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Online Digital Marketing Professional
 Our self-paced online Digital Marketing Professional program takes up to 24 weeks to complete and earns dual certification from the Digital Marketing Institute (DMI) and the American Marketing Association (AMA).

Schedule a 30-minute virtual meeting with our program coordinator to discuss your professional learning needs
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Earn a Degree or Academic Certificate

Complete a bachelor’s degree with transfer credits. Earn a post-bachelor’s certificate as an add-on credential. Or start a master’s degree to advance your knowledge and skills. Earn a Richmond degree for less than you think. Review annual cost of attendance (COA) for SPCS degree-seeking students.

$1,794

Cost for a 3-hour undergrad course, 2025-26

$2,250

Cost for a 3-hour graduate course, 2025-26

Online Programs
Post-Bachelor's Certificates
Bachelor's Degrees
Master's Degrees

Make an online appointment with our student recruiter to develop a personalized education plan
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