is there a certification path for programming?

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Like any exams you can take? Everyone I know (which is 3) who works within programming did a computer science degree....

 

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There are, but they are to the individual language, so like PHP is (or at least used to be) certified by Zend.

Personally, I wouldn't certify in a language, as it's being able to demonstrate the skill you need. There are lots of ways to write a program for something, but it's the style and quality of the code that matters.

 

I think all you need is a Metallica hoodie and a ponytail

 

A computer science degree is not mandatory, there is a large minority of professional programmers without one.

Certifications do exist but are generally not that relevant for a career in software development. Skill, knowledge and experience is what counts.

Generally being a developer means being deeply interested in how things work and solving problems, its a journey not a destination.