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What is the refund policy?

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If you subscribed, you get a 7-day free trial during which you can cancel at no penalty. After that, we don’t give refunds, but you can cancel your subscription at any time. See our full refund policy.

Question 2

Can I just enroll in a single course?

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Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Certificate, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Certificate. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Question 3

Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?

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This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

Question 4

What does an iOS developer do?

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iOS Developers build and write code for apps that are hosted on mobile devices powered by the Apple operating system. They do everything from creating the app to debugging it after deployment. They design interactive and attractive user interfaces (UIs) to ensure the best possible end-user or customer experiences. If you like creative challenges, building better experiences and prefer Apple products, this is a great career path for you.

Question 5

What type of companies hire iOS developers?

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iOS Developers are needed in nearly every industry, every business and for every function. They help build, design and develop mobile apps for iOS applications. The demand for this skillset has grown immensely over the last year and will continue to rise as new technologies emerge.

Question 6

What jobs will this prepare me for?

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There are multiple branches of software engineering you can specialize in, and each one comes with a unique set of responsibilities. You can work as an iOS developer, Android developer, back-end developer, front-end developer, full stack developer, database engineer, cross-platform mobile developer, software engineer, web designer and so many more.

Question 7

Why start a career in iOS development?

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Software Engineers are among the highest-paid jobs in the tech industry and the need for this skillset is on the rise. This career path is projected to grow by 22% by 2030 which is faster than the average projected rate of growth for all occupations (5%). In 2020, there were more than 1.8 million jobs in the U.S. alone*.
 Plus, businesses need high-quality, engaging apps to reach more people, increase exposure and drive more revenue. On the other hand, consumers want apps that make their everyday lives simpler. As a result, there is a high demand for iOS developers to create new user-friendly applications and improve the efficiency of existing apps.

Question 8

Why should I earn a Meta developer certificate?

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The Meta Developer Certificates are for anyone who has a passion for tech and wants to build a career in this field, no degree or experience necessary. Upon completion, you’ll earn career credentials from Meta that you can add to your resume and portfolio. A Meta Certificate is an industry-recognized credential that helps boost confidence and gives you a competitive advantage when applying to jobs.

Question 9

What resources will be available to help me with my job search?

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We’ll guide you through each step to ensure you master the core programming skills at a pace that works for you. You’ll get expert-led training and build on-the-job experience through hands-on projects that you can add to your portfolio and show to recruiters. Meta is committed to helping certificate holders get hired. Upon earning a Meta Certificate, learners will gain access to the Meta Career Programs Job Board which is a job-search platform with 200+ employers who have committed to sourcing talent through Meta’s certificate programs. We’ll help you develop a strong portfolio, a polished resume and sharp interview skills. We’ll prepare you for what to expect when interviewing for relevant roles and we’ll share tips for what employers are looking for in potential candidates. Finally, you’ll also get to discuss the emotional components of the interview process with other learners taking this course.

Question 10

Why did Meta create this program?

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Meta is committed to ensuring that anyone regardless of education, background or experience has the opportunity to learn in-demand skills so they can land an in-demand career. We're excited to provide these pathways so that millions of people can unlock greater opportunities for their lives and families. Upon completing this program, you’ll be well positioned to start your career as a software engineer.

Meta iOS Developer Professional Certificate

Course Features

Course Description

Module 1: Introduction to iOS Mobile Application Development

Module 2: Programming Fundamentals in Swift

Module 3: Create the User Interface in UIKit and SwiftUI

Module 4: iOS App Lifecycle

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