CIW Site Development Associate

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CIW Site Development Associate Exam

£130

The CIW Site Development Associate course is a beginner-friendly web development program that provides a solid foundation in designing, developing, and publishing basic websites. As part of the CIW Web Foundations Series, it introduces essential web technologies and professional practices needed to begin a career in web development.

Core Topics Covered:

1. Internet Business Foundations

• Internet protocols, cloud computing, and networking basics

• Web accessibility and usability standards

• Web project management and the development lifecycle

2. Website Development Fundamentals

• Creating web pages using HTML5 (headings, lists, tables, images, forms)

• Enhancing design using CSS3 (selectors, rules, colours, layout techniques)

• Adding structure and styling to websites with semantic elements

3. Basic Web Technologies

• Introduction to JavaScript (conceptual overview)

• Multimedia on the web (audio, video, graphics)

• Using web development tools (text editors, browser developer tools, FTP clients)

4. Site Deployment and Maintenance

• Hosting, domains, and publishing a website

• File structure, directories, and naming conventions

• Introduction to web security and ethical issues (data protection, copyrights)

Learning Outcomes

By completing the course, learners will:

• Grasp essential internet and web development concepts

• Build and style responsive web pages using HTML and CSS

• Apply best practices in usability, accessibility, and coding standards

• Be prepared for more advanced studies in web and software development

The CIW Site Development Associate course is designed for beginners and career changers who want to build a solid foundation in website development and digital design. It is especially suited for:

Aspiring Web Developers

• Individuals aiming to start a career in web development or front-end design.

• No prior coding experience is required — ideal for absolute beginners.

Students and School Leavers

• Those pursuing IT, media, or computing-related education.

• A great addition to academic qualifications for entry-level job applications.

Career Changers

• Professionals transitioning into the tech sector from non-technical backgrounds.

• Useful as a steppingstone before moving into full-stack development or specialised areas like JavaScript or UX/UI design.

Marketing and Business Professionals

• Digital marketers, SEO specialists, or e-commerce professionals who want to understand the structure of websites.

• Helps bridge the gap between marketing and development teams.

Support and Administrative Roles

• IT support staff or technical administrators who need to understand web technologies to manage websites or platforms.

Educators and Trainers

• Teachers and trainers who want to integrate web development fundamentals into their curriculum or training materials.

The CIW Site Development Associate course is beginner-friendly and there are no formal qualifications required to enrol in this course.

Entry-Level (£22,000 - £30,000)

• Junior Web Developer
• Website Content Editor
• Web Administrator
• Digital Marketing Assistant

Mid-Level (£35,000 - £42,000)

• Front-End Developer
• Web Developer
• UI Designer
• SEO Executive

Senior-Level (£50,000 - £80,000+)

• Senior Front-End Developer
• Full-Stack Developer
• Lead Web Developer
• Web Development Manager
• Freelance Web Developer