North Carolina's Swift development pathway prepares students for iOS and macOS app development careers. Students develop expertise in Swift programming language, app design patterns, and Apple development frameworks. Strong demand for mobile app developers creates career opportunities.
Curriculum covers Swift fundamentals, iOS app development, user interface design, data persistence, and API integration. Students develop functional iOS applications demonstrating app development proficiency. Learning emphasizes mobile-first design and user experience.
Graduates work as iOS developers, app developers, mobile engineers, and full-stack developers for tech companies, startups, corporations, and as independent app creators. Many advance to senior development and team leadership roles.
Swift Development at a Glance
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Courses
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Credentials
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Career Paths
State Standards & Framework
North Carolina's Swift development curriculum aligns with app development industry standards. Students complete 4-6 pathway units covering Swift programming and iOS development as defined by NC DPI.
Programs teach app development best practices and iOS frameworks. Students develop professional-quality mobile applications.
Typical Course Sequence
| Course | Code |
|---|---|
| Computer Programming I | BP10 |
| Computer Programming II | BP12 |
Industry Certifications & Credentials
Career Opportunities
Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.
Junior iOS Developer
Entry LevelSalary range: $102,430 - $158,940
Adjusted for cost of living: $108,806
iOS Developer
ExperiencedSalary range: $102,430 - $158,940
Adjusted for cost of living: $139,154
Senior iOS Developer
ExperiencedSalary range: $102,430 - $158,940
Adjusted for cost of living: $139,154
Tech Lead
ExperiencedSalary range: $37,560 - $59,400
Adjusted for cost of living: $48,428
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
Students intern at tech companies, startups, app development firms, and corporate mobile teams throughout North Carolina.
Career & Technical Student Organization
Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.
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