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The Graphic Design
Professional Certificate

Looking to launch your career as a graphic designer? The Professional Certificate program imparts the fundamental technical and aesthetic skills required for this challenging field.

Professional Certificate students learn the software programs that every graphic designer needs to know: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Students prepare digital images, illustrations, and layouts, learning how to address the elements of color, typography, composition, and visual identity. Class assignments include photo editing and collage, display advertising, logo design, poster design, form design, magazine covers, promotional design, book design, and more.

Certificate programs start on a monthly basis. You'll progress through your program in a cohort of up to 30 students. A designated Student Advisor will guide you throughout your program, helping you keep track of course deadlines and complete your program on time. Group progress reports and student work showcases foster peer interaction and inspire you to put your all into every project.

* All prospective students must apply prior to making final Certificate selection and receiving tuition fulfillment options. There are no application fees.
Program Includes:    9 core classes
+ 1 introductory class (optional)
Program Length: The Professional Certificate can be completed in as little as 6 months.
Tuition: $7350 US
Payment and Tuition Options: Get the Details
Enrollment Benefit: Old tuition rates are available for a limited time for prospective students that initiate their application prior to January 22nd Get the details.
CEU Value Program: 21 single
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The Graphic Design
Professional Certificate Program

Core Classes:

Students are required to complete 9 courses

Level I: Software
4218 photoshop basics
4226 illustrator basics
4228 indesign basics
4011 intro to graphic design
(Optional theory course for beginner students.)
Level II: Design
4017 color theory
4221 fundamentals of typography
4020 design and composition
4211 fundamentals of logo design
4302 advanced typography
or 5300 dreamweaver I
4013 graphic design I

Customize your Program!

The Professional Certificate program list indicates requirements for students starting out in the field of design. Students with prior academic or design experience may be able to substitute a course or courses with alternative course(s) in the same subject area.

(For example, 4240 photoshop advanced could be substituted for 4218 photoshop basics .)

Got a question? Ask an advisor about customizing your program.

more info:

prerequisites | requirements | length | sequence | portfolio review | grading
Notice - February Enrollment Benefits
During the month of February, students enrolling in Graphic Design Certificates will receive all design software required for their classes. Please initiate your program pre-application to qualify OR chat live with an admissions advisor for details.

Adobe Creative Suite 4
Design Premium

Shipped to students enrolling in Graphic Design Certificates during February.

Includes: Adobe InDesign CS4, Adobe Photoshop CS4 Extended, Adobe Illustrator CS4, Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro, Adobe Flash CS4 Professional, Adobe Dreamweaver CS4, Adobe Fireworks CS4