The DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate equips learners with foundational, career-ready skills that are essential for success in today's technology-driven workplaces. Through hands-on, practical experiences, learners explore core DevOps principles, tools, and frameworks, gaining experience with version control, manual and automated testing, continuous integration, and release orchestration. The course emphasizes collaboration and ChatOps within Agile and DevOps teams, helping learners communicate technical recommendations effectively and contribute meaningfully to team workflows. Participants will also evaluate cloud technologies, design migration strategies, and apply best practices to real-world challenges. Ideal for professionals seeking roles in software engineering, quality assurance, or technical support, this non-credit certificate builds practical competencies to support continued professional growth in the DevOps field.
Average Program Duration
This certificate program consists of 5 courses that can be purchased in a bundle for a discounted rate or individually. Each course must be completed within 4 weeks. This program is designed to take approximately 56 hours to complete, and you have 6 months to complete all courses in the certificate.
What You Will Earn
After successfully completing all courses in the certificate program, you will be able to download an official LSU certificate. We recommend you print out this certificate and showcase it with pride!
Completers will also receive a digital badge that showcases your new skill set and provides employers with a reliable way to assess your capabilities. These badges serve as a visual representation of your accomplishments and can be shared on social media, personal websites, or professional networking sites. For more information on digital badges, visit the LSU Digital Badge page.
How To Pay for Your Certificate
Explore multiple options to fund your educational journey.
- Through your employer: Many employers offer reimbursement or dedicated budgets for professional development programs. Please check with your human resources department or supervisor to determine your eligibility.
- Continuing Education loan: Certain certificate programs are eligible for continuing education loans through various banking institutions.
- Pay your own way: LSU accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express.
Visit the payment options page to learn more.
English Proficiency Requirements
Information on English Proficiency Requirements are located here.
FAQ
DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate FAQs
What is the cost of the DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate program?
The total cost of LSU’s DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate, delivered through LSU Online, may vary depending on whether learners purchase the full certificate bundle or enroll in courses individually. Pricing can also change over time as course offerings and program structures are updated.
Prospective learners should review the LSU Online registration page for the most current tuition information, payment options, and enrollment details. Additional costs may include optional learning resources or technology-related expenses.
Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in the DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate?
LSU’s online DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate is designed as a foundational program and does not require advanced DevOps experience or professional software engineering credentials before enrollment. The certificate is appropriate for learners interested in software development workflows, cloud technologies, quality assurance, technical support, or DevOps team environments.
While prior coding or IT experience can be helpful, learners primarily need basic computer skills, internet access, and familiarity with online learning platforms to participate successfully in the program.
What is the total cost of the DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate program?
The overall cost of the DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate depends on the selected enrollment pathway, including whether learners purchase all five courses together at a discounted rate or register for individual courses separately. LSU Online periodically updates tuition and payment information for professional certificate programs.
Learners are encouraged to review official LSU Online pricing resources for the most accurate and up-to-date cost information before enrolling in the certificate program.
Are there any prerequisites or required qualifications for enrolling in the DevOps certificate?
The DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate, offered through LSU Online, is intended for learners seeking entry-level or foundational DevOps knowledge and does not require formal technical certifications before enrollment. The program is suitable for professionals interested in software engineering, cloud computing, release management, testing, or technical operations.
Because the program introduces foundational DevOps concepts and workflows, learners from a variety of educational and professional backgrounds may participate successfully.
How do I apply for a continuing education loan for this program?
Learners interested in financing LSU’s online DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate through a continuing education loan should review LSU Online’s payment and funding resources for available options. Continuing education loans are typically offered through third-party financial institutions rather than directly through LSU.
Applicants may need to complete a separate financing application and meet lender-specific eligibility requirements. Learners should carefully review repayment terms, approval requirements, and financing details before selecting a continuing education loan option.
What specific topics are covered in each course of the DevOps certificate?
LSU’s DevOps Engineering Foundations Certificate, delivered through LSU Online, covers core DevOps principles, tools, workflows, and collaboration strategies used in modern technology environments. Learners explore topics such as version control, manual and automated testing, continuous integration, release orchestration, Agile collaboration, ChatOps, and cloud technology evaluation.
The program also introduces practical concepts related to cloud migration strategies, technical communication, workflow optimization, and DevOps best practices. Through hands-on learning experiences, learners develop foundational skills that support real-world DevOps and software development operations.