Award: Certificate (code CRT.ART.WEB.I-DSGN)
Total Credit Hours: 37-39 credit hours.
Purpose: The web and interactive design certificate is intended for professionals already holding a degree who wish to make a career change or update skills in the web design industry. Professionals with a traditional background in print design hoping to expand into the web arena may also benefit from the certificate in web and interactive design. Credits earned for the certificate may be applied to the Associate of Applied Science degree program in web and interactive design. The program provides an introduction to the design process from concept to completion, as well as allowing the student to choose an additional area of focus: marketing or programming. This certificate is not a substitute for a degree in web or interactive design.
Range of Occupations
- Entry-level web or interactive designer
- Junior web or interactive designer
- Web or interactive design intern
- Freelance web designer
Occupations can be explored further through the virtual Careers Center.
Special Conditions
Financial Aid: This program has not been approved or is pending approval by the U.S. Department of Education federal aid program eligibility. Students enrolled in this program may not be eligible to receive financial aid from the U.S. Department of Education (Pell Grants, SEOG, Federal Work-Study, Direct Loans or PLUS loans) or the Maryland Higher Education Commission (Educational Assistance Grants, Senatorial Scholarships or Delegate Scholarships). For current information on eligible programs, contact Financial Aid.
