Advanced Graphic Design Certificate
Ready to launch a new career? In our Advanced Graphic Design Certificate you can become job-ready in as little as 24 weeks.
Length & Frequency
6 Months (approx) | 2 sessions per week
Delivery
Online with 100% live instruction
Tuition
$5,995
Scholarships
Available! Avg: $2,000
Why Digital Workshop Center?
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*Profile report data based on 2020-2023 Employment and Wage survey submissions ^Based on 2021-2023 data only | *Based on 2021-2023 data & does not include Blueprint, WP/PS/ILL/ID/ bootcamps or B.Admin data
Upcoming Schedule
Advanced Graphic Design Q3/2024 | Start Date: 07/16/2024
Advanced Graphic Design Q4/2024 | Start Date: 10/08/2024
Yes you can.
Become a Graphic Designer today.
For students of all levels, our Advanced Graphic Design Certificate will teach you the high demand skills of visual design. Every step of the way you will have a mentor in your instructor and career coaching to help you thrive.
Our programs focus on real-world skills taught by industry experts. You will learn how the latest technologies design tools, essential design principles, how to develop creative problem-solving strategies, and most importantly, how to design, learn, and adapt.
Possible Career Paths
Graphic design skills remain in high demand with over 22,000 job openings on average for every year over the decade.
Content Manager
Using graphic design skills and software like Adobe Illustrator and InDesign, content designers sketch and create visually compelling materials for marketing strategies.
User Interface Designer
User interface designers are focused on the look and feel of how a digital product works for its users and are concerned with how accessible the visual aesthetics are.
Graphic Designer
Graphic designers can be found in a variety of industries as they are experts at planning and projecting ideas and experiences through the creation of visual and textual content.
Web Designer
Web designers contribute to the development of websites through the creation of individual web pages, page layouts, navigation menus, and the overall website structure.
Over $750k Awarded in Scholarship Funds
Average award of DWC scholarships is $2,000 for those who qualify. Apply today for tuition assistance.
Tech Skills Scholarship
For those who are unemployed and looking to get into a career in tech
Women & Tech Scholarship
For women looking to
enter or advance in a technology career
Veterans Skills Scholarship
For active or retired military service members seeking a tech career
Student Success Stories
Support every step of the way
Guidance from pre-enrollment to graduation
Admissions Advisors
From pre-enrollment through your first day, talk to our advisors to learn all the important details about your program
Mentoring
Instructors are here to be your mentor before, during & after class. Working with an expert as a mentor will help you become industry-ready.
Student Support
Our dedicated student affairs manager will be there to help you get your accounts setup, assess your technology, download the proper files and more.
Career Coaching
Meet with a career coach to review your updated resume, portfolio & LinkedIn profile, as well as job search and interview techniques.
Tech Support
While in your program, if you are stuck and need help you can reach out to our tech support for guidance. Whether through Slack, email or phone.
Internships & Alumni
Sign up for our micro-internship network and explore new opportunities. Our alumni network is also available to all students.
Advanced Graphic Design Certificate Curriculum
Graphic Design - Design Fundamentals
- Use analog and digital tools to apply design elements to a composition using solid design principles.
- Expand vocabulary of the principles and elements of modern design
- Effectively receive and deliver critique to improve a design’s ability to communicate visually to its audience
Adobe Photoshop
- Edit and create amazing graphic compositions using Adobe Photoshop
- Learn to navigate the Photoshop environment, essential tools, and much more
- Dive deep into advanced features for more intricate edits
- Apply solid design theories to your designs for professional-ready work
Adobe Illustrator
- Create logos and branding materials with Adobe Illustrator
- Understand vector graphics and their role in visual design
- Explore time-saving techniques using layers, artboards and more
Adobe InDesign
- Design complex layouts for longer documents using Adobe InDesign
- Examine the various features of InDesign for digital and print layouts
- Take advantage of time-saving techniques like Styles, Master Pages, and more
Advanced Graphic Design Capstone Project
Complete a comprehensive final project to add to your Graphic Design portfolio. Incorporating all of the skills learned throughout your program, your instructor will guide you through the requirements for this final assignment.
Have questions?
Tuition
We want you to focus on your education and career path. We offer several options help ease the burden of your tuition costs. Additional scholarships may be available for those who qualify.
Tuition Net Cost Example
Program Tuition¹: $5,995
Average Scholarship Amount²: $2,000
Amount Financed³: $3,995, as low as $155/month
3 Easy Ways To Pay
- Pay up front & in full
- Pay with a traditional loanˆ
- Pay with a payment planˆˆ
¹Actual price of program varies. ²Average award shown as an example only. Scholarships are reviewed and awarded individually. Scholarship award amount may vary. No amount of scholarship funding is guaranteed. ³Subject to lender terms and loan approval. This is not an offer for a loan. These loans are not offered or made by Digital Workshop Center but are made by the loan provider. These terms are representative and may not be the exact terms of your loan. ˆAvailable to those who qualify and subject to lender terms and loan approval. ˆˆPayment Plans available to those who qualify and subject to lender terms and payment plan approval.
Over $750k Awarded in Scholarship Funds
At Digital Workshop Center, we offer three accessible scholarships to help you take the next step of your career.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I start?
Program cohorts begin quartlery (Jan, Apr, July, Oct). All programs follow a specific schedule of dates/times. Classes are 100% synchronous with a live instructor and attendance is mandatory.
Pre-requisites
Basic Digital Literacy is required (assessment available here).
It is required that you have purchased and installed the full Adobe Creative Cloud suite before the start of class. Refer to the System Requirements page for more details.
How long is this program?
The average length to complete the Advanced Graphic Design Certificate program is 6 months.
This program is comprised of course work and a Capstone project. Once you have completed all the necessary course work, you will earn your certificate.
What's included?
Each Certificate Program is comprised of course work and a comprehensive Capstone Project.
Support and mentoring a huge part of all of our full length programs. Your instructor will be there as your mentor every step of the way through the program.
All materials including textbooks are included in your tuition cost.
All data files will be provided as needed.
Enrollment includes access to tech support via Slack, phone or email. Additionally, each student has access to career coaching and more.
Attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more details of this program.
Payment & financial aid options
DWC offers several flexible financial aid options including payment plans and traditional loans to help you finance your education.
We partner with Climb Credit to offer several flexible payment plan options that fit your monthly budget.
If you are interested in scholarship or financial aid opportunities, attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more.
Homework expectations
Homework varies from class to class, instructor to instructor. It is recommended that you set aside 1-2x the class duration for homework/assignments (e.g. if in class 7 hours per week, expect 7-14 hours needed to complete homework/assignments).
What career services or internships do you offer?
For full length programs, support and mentoring is included and you will be eligible to work one-on-one with a career coach.
Workshops for job search and resume writing are included in the cost of your program. Our expert career coaches will help you prepare for the next steps of your career path. Your success is our success.
Click here to learn more about career coaching
DWC also partners with Parker-Dewey to offer micro-internships to our students. These project-based internships are a great way for students to build real-world experience. Learn more
Attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and discuss career coaching & internship options today.
Terms & conditions
Enrollment in all programs requires each student to read and agree to our Terms and Conditions before you register.
Still curious?
If you have more questions, view the full FAQ page or contact us today.