Learn SQL
In this SQL course, you'll learn how to manage large datasets and analyze real data using the standard data management language.
Learn SQL is a beginner-level online course from Codecademy in SQL. It is structured in 4 modules with 3 stated learning outcomes, over 5h. It is free to enrol, and a certificate is available on completion. Learners rate it 4.6/5 from 27.2K ratings on Codecademy.
Part of our SQL courses collection, where we compare it against 13 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Codecademy |
| Duration | 5h |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.6★ (27.2K reviews) |
| Price | Free |
About this course
SQL is the standard language for working with data stored in tables. In this course you will learn how to manage large datasets and analyze real data using SQL. The course covers working with databases using SQL, creating queries for tables, and building SQL projects. You will also learn how to use aggregate functions and work with multiple tables to combine data from different sources. The course is designed for beginners and takes about five hours to complete. It is self-paced and taught in English. A certificate is available upon finishing the course. There are no prerequisites, so you can start even if you have never used a database before.
This particular course takes a practical approach. Instead of starting with theory, you write SQL commands from the first exercise. The modules guide you through creating queries, filtering data, and using aggregate functions like COUNT and SUM. By the end you will have built a small SQL project that you can show in a portfolio. The stated outcome is that you will be able to pull and clean data ready for analysis or reporting.
At the end of the course you will be able to write basic SQL queries to extract data from a database. You will know how to filter results, sort data, and use aggregate functions to calculate totals. These skills are enough to start working with data in roles such as data analysis, reporting, or marketing analytics. If you need to work with more complex data structures or larger datasets, you may want to look at the advanced SQL courses listed on the site.
This course does not cover advanced topics such as stored procedures, triggers, or performance tuning. It is built for people who are new to databases. Learners who already know the basics may find the content too introductory. Those who want deeper coverage of a specific database system such as Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server may prefer the Udemy alternatives listed on this page.
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
What this course covers
4 modulesThe 4-part outline Codecademy publishes for this course, across 5h.
Module 1 · Manipulation
Module 2 · Queries
Module 3 · Aggregate Functions
Module 4 · Multiple Tables
What learners rate it
Rated 4.6/5 by 27.2K learners on Codecademy (checked 10 Aug 2026).
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Compare with alternatives
Same topic, different trade-offs — here's who runs each one and what it's best at.
| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learn SQL This | Codecademy | 4.6★ | Free | 5h | Quickest to finish (5h) |
| The Advanced SQL Course |
|
4.7★ | Free | Free — and still gives a certificate | |
| SQL for Data Analysis | Udacity | Udacity | 4.7★ | Free | 1 month | Free to audit |
| MIS Training - Advance Excel + Macro + Access + SQL |
|
4.6★ | Free | Free — certificate included |
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Common questions
Is Learn SQL free?
Yes. Codecademy lists it as free to enrol. A certificate is available on completion — providers often charge separately for the certificate even when the course itself is free, so check the fee on the provider page before you count on it.
Does Learn SQL come with a certificate?
Yes — Codecademy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Learn SQL take?
Codecademy lists it at 5h. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Learn SQL suitable for beginners?
Yes. Codecademy lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Learn SQL cover?
It is organised into 4 modules, starting with Manipulation and going on to Queries, Aggregate Functions, Multiple Tables. The full outline is on this page.