Software Development Bridging Program
Program Code: NDD1
Credential: Certificate of Accomplishment
Program Length: 15 weeks
Mode of Delivery: Mode of Delivery: Online (virtually) in the evenings and weekends; employment support activities can be during the day.
Start Date: October 2025 - Back end stream | February 2026 - Front end stream
Streams of Delivery:
- Stream 1: Back-End Development
- Stream 2: Front-End Development
Program Overview
The Software Development Bridging Program at Humber Polytechnic is designed specifically for internationally trained IT professionals with a background in computer programming and software development. The program features two specialized streams—Front-end Development and Back-end Development—allowing participants to choose the path that best aligns with their career goals and interests.
Each stream equips participants with advanced concepts, practical skills, and industry knowledge needed to succeed as Software Developers. In addition to enhancing your technical expertise, the program also emphasizes the development of strong communication and interpersonal skills—key qualities that employers actively seek in today’s tech workforce.
Program Benefits
- Hands-on technical training using the latest tools and technologies in the IT industry
- Industry-driven curriculum delivered by industry professionals with real-world experience
- Personalized career support, including job search strategies and career planning during and after the program
- Capstone project experience that simulates real-world development work, allowing participants to demonstrate their skills and build a portfolio piece to impress potential employers
- Direct connections with hiring employers through networking opportunities
- Exclusive hiring events featuring companies actively recruiting in the tech sector
Software Development Bridging Program
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Program Streams Overview
The Software Development Bridging Program now offers two specialized streams to better align with industry needs and participant interests:
Back-End Development Stream
Start Date: October 2025
Tuition: $2,335*
Courses include:
- SQL Server and Database Management
- C# Fundamentals and Intermediate
- Advanced C#
- Cloud Native App Development
- Agile Project Management
- Career Planning
- Capstone Project
Front-End Development Stream
Start Date: Winter 2026
Tuition: $2,335*
Courses include (subject to change):
- Web Development Foundations
- JavaScript Front-End Frameworks
- Angular Development
- React Development
- Agile Project Management
- Capstone Project
Please note: Course offerings for the Front-End stream are subject to change as we finalize the curriculum to best reflect current industry needs
Your Career
Graduates of the bridging program have secured jobs such as Software Developers, Full Stack, Front End and Back End Developers, Program Analysts, Systems Programmers, and Business Analysts, QA Analysts, among others.
Student Experience
Testimonials
"This program put my career back on track. I worked hard to finish this course on time and made sure to make the most of my time and the resources provided to me. By the time I finished, I had 3 job offers in hand. 2 permanent and one for one year contract. The resources provided by Humber College were amazing”
Sumeet Sethi, .NET Solution Developer, Analyst
“This program has been well thought out and designed to address the technical skills required for the current and highest job demand in terms of technology, which is the Microsoft .Net Technology. This has widened my technical skills to work on different technologies and thus increasing the number of jobs that I can now apply for. In addition to the technical skills, this course has also helped me to improve my soft skills. I got a better overview as to how Canadian companies function in general and how businesses work over here. The most important part was how to write good cover letter, resume to get an interview, and finally to tackle interview questions.”
Capstone Project
Students will gain practical, hands-on experience through a capstone project aligned with their selected stream. This real-world development opportunity is designed to highlight their skills and serve as a showcase for potential employers.
Admission Requirements
This program is open to internationally trained professionals who are:
- Residents of Ontario
- Hold one of the following statuses:
- Permanent Resident, Naturalized Canadian Citizen, Refugee Claimant, Convention Refugee
- Approved Provincial Nominee (Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program)
- Visitor under federal emergency travel measures (e.g., CUAET)
- Temporary work permit holder with permanent residency approval in principle from IRCC
- Be currently unemployed or underemployed
- Have an international education equivalent to a Canadian degree or diploma in IT, computer programming, software development, or a related field
- Not hold a Canadian post-secondary credential in the same field
- Have prior work experience outside Canada in IT, programming, software development, or related areas
- Have a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) score of Level 6 (Consider enrolling in OSLT if you do not meet this language requirement)
Equipment & Device Requirements
Minimum Laptop Specifications
Processor: Quad-Core, 2.5 GHz or higher (64-bit)
RAM: Minimum 16 GB
Storage: At least 256 GB SSD (Solid State Drive)
Operating System: Windows 11 (64-bit) (for Backend Stream)
Display: 1920 by 1080 or higher
Ports: USB 3.0 or USB-C
Internet: Stable broadband connection (minimum 10 Mbps)
Fees & Financial Aid
Tuition Fee: $2335*
Financial Support
This program is eligible for full tuition reimbursement through the Ontario Bridging Participant Assistance Program (OBPAP) for those who meet the financial eligibility criteria.
*Key Tuition Notes
- If you register for both streams (Back-end and Front-end), you may be exempt from retaking shared courses such as:
- Agile Project Management
- Career Planning
- Tuition for the second stream will be less than $2,335, depending on the number of exempted courses.
- OBPAP funding applies to only one stream. If you choose to enroll in both, you’ll be responsible for covering the tuition for the second stream.
- Tuition fees are subject to change
How to apply
The application process begins with the registration for an information session, and attending one. Please click below to register for an information session.
