Are qualifications required for web developers to get a job or is simple software knowledge enough?

I am thinking of doing a diploma in web development, but am wondering will I need to for an entry level job. Could I teach myself web development and showcase some of my work to an employer and this be enough. Just wanting some opinions.





Will I be wasting my time by doing a diploma in web development?

Are qualifications required for web developers to get a job or is simple software knowledge enough?
A diploma is seldomly a waste of time. Understand that while every employer is different, and there are no laws mandating a degree, most employers will require one unless you have an abundance of relevant experience. You could teach yourself, but where would you work to gain experience to offset the need for the degree? Additionally, a degree is transferrable, is seldomly questioned, and lasts forever where your experience may be questioned especially if it's through an internship or working for yourself and if it isn't recent it may not be accepted.