Do you want to become a Database Developer or Database Administrator?

Our Database Administrator & Database Developer Programme is classroom based, instructor-led training which will include, practical projects and creating a portfolio, to give you the knowledge and experience needed for a successful career in this area.

What does the training involve?

You will be expected to become skilled in using languages like SQL and PLSQL. You also need to be capable of using alternative software. For example, Oracle Database, Ms SQL Server and MySQL, as these can help a database administrator.

Database Developer or Database Administrator?

A Database Developer develops a database by writing SQL commands, programming software or web components in SQL or PLSQL. Alternatively, a Database Administrator is responsible for the management, performance and security of the database. Our course includes the skills and certification required for both roles.

Is this Training Course for me?

Our Database Developer/Administrator course is mainly for delegates who want to work on freelance projects or take a step into the professional world. To achieve this, our trainers teach our students how to use software and technology that is used in the industry itself.
We allow students the opportunity to work on live projects that can help them build a portfolio to show potential employers. These projects will also give you the confidence to apply for jobs knowing that you have the required skills.

How long is the Training?

It normally takes 2 to 10 months to complete the course based on individual learning speed and weather you wish to learn part or full time. You can start the programme whenever you wish and our flexible learning approach allows you to take courses during the week, weekend or in the evening.

Full-time

Mon - Fri 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

• January intake
• May intake
• September intake

Part-time
Weekend (Sat 10:00 am to 5:00 pm) or Evening (twice a week from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm)

• January intake
• May intake
• September intake

Who teaches the course?

Our course is taught by a professional database administrator as we believe the best way to learn is directly from a professional who can use their real world experience to improve the training and make it more career oriented.

Free retraining?

If you or your trainer feels that you would benefit from retaking a course or module, there will be no extra charge for you to attend a class again, as long as it is within your allocated time to complete the course.

Short courses or Career programmes?

Short courses focus on teaching the technology only. Whereas, a career programmes focus on helping students start a career in a particular field. With a career programme you also get the chance to create a bigger portfolio and work on industry related projects.

Database Administrator Career

You will be accountable for the presentation, reliability and security of a company’s database. Some of the tasks will be ensuring that the data is up to date and consistent, information is clarified and that different users can retrieve the data at the same time in a simple way. You will also need to establish and monitor database security making sure its reaches high levels of performance for all users. The role may involve producing and designing a layout for a database. You will need to adhere to the Data Protection Act in all aspects of your work, including when you are developing the database and the documents you will be handling.

This job has a good starting salary, around £25,000- £30,000, and after a few years of experience this can easily rise to £35,000 to £45,000. As you become even more experienced and gain a more prominent role you can earn around £40,000 to £60,000.

In order to enter into this profession you will need to have graduated in one of the following subject fields:

• computer science;
• software engineering;
• information technology;
• mathematics;
• operational research;
• electronics and related subjects

As you continue to progress you may move into other areas with increasing management and technical responsibility. Some of the areas that you might find appealing are:

• systems development;
• project management;
• network management;
• Database architecture.

What will I learn?

This course will take you from being a beginner to demonstrating advanced database administration skills. This course will include Oracle and Microsoft certification and help building your portfolio, which will allow you to showcase your skills. Our industry professionals will also give you one-to-one career advice to set you on the right path to achieving your ideal job.
Our database administrator career programme includes the following courses:

 

Required courses:

1. SQL for Beginners (Practical, hands-on course)
2. Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Database Administration Fundamentals (1 exam)
3. Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) 11g Database Certification (2 Exams)
4. OCP Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) (1 Exam)

Optional Courses:

1. Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) SQL Server (3 Exams)
2. Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) SQL Server 2008 (1 Exam)

To enrol in our Database Developer/Administrator Career Programme, please arrange a meeting with an advisor by completing the contact form below or by giving us a call.