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Accreditation This programme carries accreditation from the CPD Certification Service (UK), the internationally recognised body that independently verifies the quality and relevance of professional development. Structured to align with the demands of a working professional, it leads to the award of a digital CPD certificate. |
CPD Certified | Career Focused | Job-Ready Skills
Professional Python skills to build the automation that accelerates your career. Python is the most in-demand programming language in the world, and the professionals who can use it to solve real problems are among the most sought after in the digital economy. This qualification is your next step forward.
Python is the primary language driving data, AI, and automation across Ireland's tech sector – and employer demand continues to grow.
Is this course for me?
No prior experience, technical background, or degree required – just the motivation to get started.
✓ Career changers from any background
✓ Professionals looking to add a tech qualification
✓ People currently working in IT or data roles
WHERE THIS COURSE TAKES YOU
This certificate is the first step in a globally recognised Python certification pathway.
STEP 1
CPD Python Professional Certificate
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STEP 2
Google IT Automation with Python
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STEP 3
PCAP – Certified Associate in Python
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STEP 4
AWS Certified Developer Associate
A course you can build on. A career worth building.
Why Dorset College Dublin
Trusted Since 1983
One of Dublin's longest-standing private colleges, with over 40 years of educational excellence and a proven record of student success.
CPD UK Accredited – Independently Verified
Independently verified by CPD Certification Service UK – the accreditation body that has formally certified tens of thousands of training programmes across more than 100 countries since 1996. Not self-awarded. Externally verified.
Taught by Working Industry Professionals
Every session is delivered live by a professional currently active in the field – bringing real-world development experience into the classroom that an academic simply cannot replicate.
Small Classes – Personalised Learning, Direct Tutor Access
Deliberately small cohorts mean more meaningful interaction, faster progress, and a more personalised experience than larger institutions typically offer.
Built for the Irish Market
Ireland is home to the European headquarters of many of the world's largest technology companies. With Python powering data, AI, and automation roles across every sector, demand for professionals with these skills continues to grow at pace.
No technical background required. If you can use a laptop, you can start this course.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Key Skills Covered in This Programme
A practical, employer-focused curriculum covering the core disciplines of professional Python development.
✓ Python Fundamentals
Master core syntax, data types, and programming logic.
✓ Data Structures & Algorithms
Organise and process data efficiently.
✓ Automation & Scripting
Streamline repetitive tasks and workflows.
✓ Data Analysis with Pandas
Manipulate and interpret real-world datasets.
✓ APIs & Integration
Connect applications and work with external data sources.
✓ Object-Oriented Programming
Build scalable, reusable code structures.
✓ Problem Solving & Debugging
Write reliable, production-ready code.
✓ Exception Handling
Build resilient programmes that handle errors gracefully in real-world conditions.
Your 13-Week Journey
One evening per week, thirteen weeks, one career-ready certification – designed to fit around full-time work.
Python Essentials & Strings
Get up and running with Python – variables, data types, expressions, string manipulation, and formatting.
Conditional Logic & Flow Control
Control how your code behaves – decision making with if/elif/else, loops, and core algorithmic thinking.
Data Structures & Functions
Work with lists, tuples, dictionaries, and sets, and build reusable functions with arguments, scope, and lambda.
Object-Oriented Programming
Build structured, scalable code using classes, objects, inheritance, encapsulation, and magic methods.
Exception Handling & Data Analysis
Handle errors gracefully, read and write files, process JSON, and begin working with NumPy and Pandas.
Advanced Data Analysis & Portfolio Project
Slice, filter, and aggregate real-world datasets, then begin applying your skills to your portfolio project.
Revision & Certification
Consolidate everything covered across the programme and graduate with your CPD UK certified digital credential, ready to share with employers immediately.
13 Weeks. One Evening Per Week. One Career-Ready Certification.
Designed to fit around full-time work – no career break required.
Career Outcomes
Graduates progress into roles including:
Junior Python Developer
Data Analyst
Automation Specialist
According to Indeed.ie, Python developer roles in Ireland typically advertise starting salaries of €35,000 to €50,000, with experienced professionals earning €65,000+.
No Exams – Assessed by Portfolio Project
You are assessed through a portfolio project that showcases your ability to apply Python to real-world problems – a piece of work you can share directly with employers upon completion.
COURSE FEES
Now
€1,350 €1,690
Save €340 on full course fee
Secure Your Place
€150
Deposit today – balance in 3 instalments
Comparable courses at other Dublin providers typically cost significantly more – Dorset College delivers the same accredited standard at a lower price, with smaller classes and direct tutor access.
NEXT INTAKE STARTS IN
Tuesday 22nd September 2026
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Next Intake: 22nd September 2026
Ready to Start Your Python Career?
Places are limited – cohorts are kept small by design. September 2026 intake now open.
"The small class sizes make a genuine dialogue between student and lecturer possible – and that makes all the difference. There was always a member of staff ready to help with anything. The lecturers are true professionals who light a spark in their students. For me, it was one of the best decisions I have ever made."
Maksym Vavilov – Dorset College Dublin
"I had amazing lecturers who helped me enormously throughout my time at Dorset. Dorset showed me that I could transform my passion into something genuinely career-changing. It is the door to a bright future."
Romulo Gomes Da Silva – Dorset College Dublin
Can't make a session? All live classes are recorded and available to revisit from the following day – so you never fall behind, no matter how busy life gets.
Course Module Information
✓ What is programming?
Understand how programming works and why Python is the ideal starting point.
✓ Variables & data types
Learn how to store and work with different kinds of data in Python.
✓ Arithmetic, logical & comparison operators
Perform calculations and comparisons to control how your code behaves.
✓ Working with strings: methods, slicing & formatting
Manipulate and transform text data using Python's built-in string tools.
✓ if, elif & else
Control the flow of your program based on conditions and decision logic.
✓ Boolean expressions
Combine conditions using and, or, and not to evaluate true or false outcomes.
✓ for & while loops
Repeat blocks of code efficiently using Python's core looping structures.
✓ Basic algorithmic thought
Develop structured, logical thinking to break problems into repeatable steps.
✓ Lists, slicing & mutation
Create, access, and modify ordered collections of data in Python.
✓ Tuples & immutability
Work with fixed, ordered data structures and understand why immutability matters.
✓ def, arguments & return
Define reusable blocks of code that accept inputs and return outputs.
✓ Lambda functions
Create compact, anonymous functions for quick, inline use in your code.
✓ Dict creation & access
Build and retrieve data from key-value pair structures in Python.
✓ Using dictionaries for data processing
Apply dictionaries to organise, count, and process real-world data efficiently.
✓ Classes & objects
Define blueprints for creating structured, reusable objects in your code.
✓ Encapsulation
Protect and control access to data within a class to keep code clean and secure.
✓ Inheritance & polymorphism
Build class hierarchies and allow objects to take multiple forms through shared interfaces.
✓ Magic methods
Use dunder methods to customise how objects behave with operators and built-in functions.
✓ try / except / else / finally
Handle errors gracefully and keep your programs running when something goes wrong.
✓ JSON processing
Parse and generate JSON data – the standard format for APIs and web applications.
✓ Pandas Series & DataFrame basics
Work with labelled data structures to organise and analyse real-world datasets.
✓ Simple aggregation
Summarise datasets using totals, averages, counts, and other statistical measures.
✓ Complete revision of course materials
Consolidate everything covered across the programme and prepare to apply your skills with confidence in your portfolio project and beyond.
• Accredited by CPD Certification Service UK - A Globally Recognised Standard
• Independently Verified for Quality - Not Self-Certified
• A Curriculum Built Around What Employers Are Hiring For Right Now
• Practical Skills You Can Use in the Workplace From Day One
• A Certification That Strengthens Your CV and LinkedIn Profile
• Apply in Under Three Minutes – No Lengthy Forms
• No Photo ID Required to Get Started
• Our Admissions Team Will Guide You Through Every Step
• Secure Your Place Now – Documents Can Follow Later
• Dedicated Admissions Support – From First Enquiry to Enrolment
• Contact us at [email protected]
• No Exam – Assessed Entirely Through a Portfolio Project
• A Real Piece of Work You Can Show Directly to Employers
• 100% Portfolio Assessment – No High-Stakes Written Exam
• Graduate With a CPD Certification in Python Programming
• Awarded by Dorset College Dublin – Established and Trusted Since 1983
• Co-Certified by CPD Certification Service UK – Independently Verified, Not Self-Awarded
• Prove Your Commitment to Professional Growth With a Verified Credential
• Stand Out to Employers in One of the Fastest-Moving Industries in Tech
• Junior IT Support – A Strong Entry Point Into the Technology Sector
• Junior Python Developer – One of the Most In-Demand Roles in Ireland Right Now
• Graduate With a CPD Certification in Python Programming
• Awarded by Dorset College Dublin – Established and Trusted Since 1983
• Co-Certified by CPD Certification Service UK – Independently Verified, Not Self-Awarded
• Secure Your Place With Just a €150 Deposit
• Spread the Cost Across Three Manageable Instalments
• Manage Everything Online – No Queues, No Admin Hassle
• Deposit: €150
• 1st Instalment: €400 – 22/09/26
• 2nd Instalment: €400 – 20/10/26
• 3rd Instalment: €400 – 15/11/26
Q1
Do I need any prior experience to enrol?
None at all. This course is designed from the ground up for complete beginners – no coding background, no technical qualifications, and no jargon on day one. You will be guided from the absolute basics through to job-ready skills at a pace that works for you.
Q2
What certification will I receive?
A digital CPD Certification in Python Programming, independently accredited by The CPD Certification Service UK – one of the most widely respected professional development bodies globally. It is ready to add to your LinkedIn profile and share with employers the moment you complete the course.
Q3
How is the course delivered?
100% online via live, expert-led classes every Tuesday evening from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. You attend in real time and can ask questions throughout – and if life gets in the way, every class is recorded and available to revisit from the following day.
Q4
How long is the course and when does it start?
13 weeks, commencing 22nd September 2026 and concluding 15th December 2026. Just one evening per week – specifically structured so that working professionals can upskill without stepping back from their careers or other commitments.
Q5
What does it cost and are there payment options?
€1,350 after a 20% discount. A €150 deposit secures your place, with the balance split across three manageable instalments. No hidden fees – the price you see is the price you pay, from application through to certification.
Q6
What topics will I cover?
Core Python programming, data structures, object-oriented programming, task automation, data analysis using NumPy and Pandas, working with APIs, exception handling, and real-world development projects – a broad, practical curriculum that reflects exactly what employers in the technology sector are looking for right now.
Q7
How is the course assessed?
Through a portfolio project rather than a written exam – a real piece of work that demonstrates your ability to apply Python to practical problems. Something you can show directly to employers and add to your professional profile upon completion.
Q8
What careers can this course lead to?
Graduates commonly progress into roles such as Junior Python Developer, Data Analyst, or Automation Specialist, with typical starting salaries of €35,000–€50,000 and strong progression to €65,000+ as experience and qualifications grow.
Q9
Will I have direct access to a tutor?
Yes – and not just any tutor. Every session is delivered live by a working industry professional currently active in software development or data. You can ask questions, seek clarification, and draw on their real-world experience throughout the course.
Q10
How large are the classes?
Dorset College deliberately keeps class sizes small – meaning more meaningful interaction, faster progress, and a more personalised learning experience than larger institutions typically provide.
Q11
What makes Python the right language to learn?
Python is consistently ranked as one of the world's most in-demand programming languages, used across software development, data analytics, artificial intelligence, and automation. In Ireland, where global technology companies are headquartered and demand for data and development skills is growing rapidly, it is one of the most career-relevant skills you can add to your professional profile right now.
Q12
How do I apply?
Complete the online application form in under three minutes – no photo ID required to get started. A €150 deposit secures your place, with flexible instalments for the balance. Our admissions team will guide you through every step, even if your documents are not yet ready.
