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Adobe Graphic Designer Professional Certificate

Launch your graphic design career.. Learn design fundamentals to build job-ready skills using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Express

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5 months to complete
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Flexible schedule
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Earn a career credential that demonstrates your expertise
4.7

(596 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

5 months to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learn the essentials of graphic design and apply your skills to real-world projects.

  • Gain hands-on experience with Photoshop and Illustrator to create polished, professional designs that stand out.

  • Build a portfolio showcasing your designs skills, including logos, social content, marketing materials, and more.

  • Learn how AI is transforming design, and use it to enhance your workflow.

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Professional Certificate - 5 course series

Design Fundamentals with AI

Design Fundamentals with AI

Course 120 hours

What you'll learn

  • Apply design fundamentals to create practical, engaging visuals for content creation across platforms.

  • Explore diverse career opportunities in design and discover the skills needed to thrive in each role.

  • Use Adobe Express to build professional-quality projects and strengthen your content creation portfolio.

  • Leverage AI for content creation using Adobe Express tools to speed up your workflow and save time.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Typography
Category: Creative Design
Category: Content Creation
Category: Design Elements And Principles
Category: Color Theory
Category: Logo Design
Category: Graphic and Visual Design
Category: Design
Category: Generative AI
Category: Adobe Creative Cloud
Category: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Category: User Experience Design
Category: Storytelling

What you'll learn

  • Define what generative AI is, explain its meaning, and understanding of foundational concepts of generative AI in design.

  • Apply generative AI tools to create visual and written content that stands out.

  • Explore the ethical considerations and best practices for incorporating generative AI into your projects, ensuring responsible and impactful use.

  • Use AI to streamline design workflows while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Generative AI
Category: Content Creation
Category: Data Ethics
Category: Data Integrity
Category: Verification And Validation
Category: Prompt Engineering
Category: Adobe Creative Cloud
Category: Graphic and Visual Design Software
Category: Artificial Intelligence
Category: Image Analysis
Category: Graphic and Visual Design
Image Editing

Image Editing

Course 317 hours

What you'll learn

  • Understand and apply basic image editing principles to create visually appealing and practical designs that captivate your audience.

  • Gain hands-on experience with Adobe Photoshop to create professional-quality design projects with ease.

  • Build a stunning portfolio that showcases your image editing expertise, making you a standout candidate for any creative opportunity.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Adobe Photoshop
Category: Photo Editing
Category: Photography
Category: File Management
Category: Graphic and Visual Design
Category: Creativity
Category: Generative AI
Category: Creative Design
Graphic Design

Graphic Design

Course 425 hours

What you'll learn

  • Understand and apply basic graphic design principles to create visually appealing and practical designs that captivate your audience.

  • Gain hands-on experience with Adobe Illustrator, mastering the tools and techniques you need to produce professional-grade artwork.

  • Build a stunning portfolio that showcases your graphic design and illustration expertise, making you a standout candidate in the creative industry.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Color Theory
Category: Adobe Illustrator
Category: Typography
Category: Creativity
Category: Adobe Creative Cloud
Category: Generative AI Agents
Category: Design
Category: Graphic Design
Category: Graphic and Visual Design Software
Category: Graphic and Visual Design
Category: Logo Design
Document Design

Document Design

Course 525 hours

What you'll learn

  • Master the fundamentals of document design, learning how to create clear, visually appealing, and effective documents.

  • Explore various tools and software products used in document management, and understand how to leverage them for maximum efficiency.

  • Gain practical experience in organizing, formatting, and managing documents to ensure that they meet professional standards.

  • Develop a comprehensive portfolio of well-designed documents that demonstrate your proficiency and attention to detail.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Adobe Acrobat
Category: Document Management
Category: Process Design
Category: Presentations
Category: File Management
Category: Client Services
Category: Version Control
Category: Collaborative Software
Category: Business Systems
Category: Creative Design
Category: Workflow Management
Category: Design Reviews

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