About This Program
For decades, SQL has been an essential language for many IT roles and the gold standard for working with relational databases. This three-course certificate program will focus primarily on Microsoft SQL Server, one of the most popular database development platforms. We’ll cover the fundamentals of database planning, design, deployment and management, and you’ll explore how to write advanced SQL queries for reporting.
Designed For
Professionals seeking to develop and manage databases using Microsoft SQL Server.
▸ Explore More: Looking for a starter course? Check out the Foundations of Databases & SQL Programming — or find the right data program for you.
Video Overview
Instructor boB Taylor explains how the Certificate in SQL Server & Database Development program enables students to learn how to build and manage databases using Microsoft SQL server.
Duration: 02:27
What You’ll Learn
Relational database modeling and development using Microsoft SQL Server
SQL programming with stored procedures, views and functions
How to implement advanced reporting objects and structures
Transaction management and error handling, database management, monitoring and performance tuning strategies
Advanced programming techniques using both ANSI SQL and Microsoft’s Transact-SQL
Get Hands-On Experience
Practice using tools such as SQL Server Management Studio, Microsoft PowerShell, and Git source code control
Create modular and reusable code in functions and stored procedures
Design, transform and manage various data formats and structures
How It Works & Next Steps
Complete the courses in the order below to earn the certificate. To get started, visit the first course page to see upcoming offerings and register.
Accelerate Your Career
Completing this program provides you with skills needed to excel as a Microsoft SQL Server professional and helps prepare you for Microsoft SQL Server certification.
Apply for a Scholarship
You may be eligible to apply for a UW Certificate Scholarship or Rotary Scholarship to cover most of the costs of this program. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need and the potential of the program to positively impact your career. For more information, see the Scholarships page.
Career Stats
67%
Alumni working in field
Sample Employers
Boeing, Microsoft, Perkins Cole, City of Seattle, Disney, Fred Hutch
19.1%
Projected job growth for database architects in Washington state (2024–2034)
$144,914
Median salary for database architects in Washington state (2023)
Career-Ready Credentials
When you complete this program, you’ll earn a certificate and a digital achievement badge you can use to showcase your professional development. You’ll also earn achievement badges for each course you complete.
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