# Graphic Design Certification Course Online 100% online with Adobe software, live support, and certification exams Canonical URL: ## Overview In this course, you'll build a strong foundation in graphic design tools and creative workflows while developing a portfolio that highlights your abilities. You'll learn Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign while creating projects that reflect real design practices. Along the way, you'll explore design theory and visual principles and work on branding and marketing projects that demonstrate your ability to produce polished, professional work. ## What you'll learn - Use Adobe Photoshop to retouch photos and create graphics - Use Adobe InDesign to design page layouts that combine text and images - Use Adobe Illustrator to produce vector graphics such as logos, icons, and more - Expand your understanding of graphic design concepts, ideas, workflows, and processes, both formal and conceptual - Learn the core elements of design - Develop and grow your graphic design portfolio - Practice discussing your work and learn how to incorporate and evaluate critiques - Upload your work to Adobe Portfolio, included with your Creative Cloud membership, to create your portfolio website ## Curriculum 1. **Adobe InDesign Course Online** 2. **Adobe Photoshop Course Online** 3. **Adobe Illustrator Course Online** 4. **AI for Graphic Design Course Online** 5. **Graphic Design Portfolio Course Online** ## FAQ ### Who is the target audience for this course? Those who want to get started as a Graphic Designer. Anyone who needs to create graphics or marketing materials for businesses. Business owners, people in marketing, or anyone in a company who works with the creation of marketing materials can benefit from design skills. Not having to hire outside design firms can speed up projects and give you more control. Beginning designers who want to round out their technical skills (by getting better with the design apps) and improve their graphic design skills. Designers who have been away from the design field for a while and want to update their skills, and create an updated portfolio of design work. ### Does this certificate include job support? In addition to 132 hours of interactive training, you will receive eight 1-on-1 mentoring sessions that can be used for career and job support, including polishing your resume, preparing for interviews, and reviewing best practices for applying to jobs. Note, however, that we don’t provide job placement (i.e. reaching out to companies on your behalf). ### Is this course open to beginners? Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required. ### Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course? Yes, this course is eligible for our installment plan or student financing. Learn more in the Tuition section above. ### How long do I have access to the course materials? This program is available for 150 days. You can choose when to start your access period. Once you activate, you will have 150 days to complete it (access the course materials, quizzes, projects and videos). You may request one extension of seven (7) days. Other extension requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Videos are not downloadable. ### What’s included with my tuition? A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed A comprehensive program with 5 in-depth course modules designed to build your skills progressively Extensive video training resources to support your learning journey Access to Adobe Creative Cloud Software (4 months) during your training Adobe Certified Professional Exam in Photoshop Expert support with answers to your questions from real instructors throughout your learning journey Valuable 1-on-1 mentoring sessions outside of class to address your specific needs and career goals Comprehensive learning materials including proprietary workbooks developed by industry experts A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment The confidence of learning at an accredited institution ### Are there any additional fees or expenses? There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us. ### Do you offer any discounts for this course? This program has a single package price. Additional discounts do not apply. ## Pricing **Tuition:** $2995 Payment options: Student financing available; see the current application terms and pay-as-you-go installments.