The Associate of Computer Programming (Turkish) at İstanbul Medipol University is a two-year vocational education program designed to equip students with essential knowledge and hands-on skills for the rapidly evolving information technology sector. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical training, enabling graduates to develop, implement, and test software solutions for various technological problems. Students learn programming languages, algorithm development, database management, and web technologies, while also cultivating problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptive skills required for contemporary workplaces. A key component of the program is a 30-day workplace practice (internship), which bridges academic learning with industry experience. Upon graduation, students are well-prepared for roles in software development companies, database management, media, industrial and service sectors, or may advance their studies to bachelor’s level programs via the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS). Graduates are highly sought after in areas such as software engineering, IT services, network administration, and web development, reflecting a strong alignment with market demand in both Turkish and international settings[2][3].