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Graphic Design (certificate)


Title of Certificate: Graphic Design, Certificate

Award: Certificate

Code: CRT.ART.GRPH-DSGN

Total Credit Hours: 25

Visual Arts and Humanities

Purpose: The graphic design certificate is intended for professionals already holding a degree who wish to make a career change or update skills in the graphic design industry. Credits earned for the certificate may be applied to the Visual Arts Professional AAS Graphic Design Area of Concentration. The program provides an introduction to the design process from concept to completion. This certificate is not a substitute for a degree in graphic design.

Range of Occupations

  • Entry-level graphic designer
  • Freelance graphic designer
  • Graphic artist
  • Junior print designer
  • Junior graphic designer

Certificate Graduation Requirements


To graduate with a certificate, students must have demonstrated eligibility for ENG 101 ENG 101A , ENG 111, ENG 115, or ENG 121. See Academic Regulations on Graduation Requirements .

Program Outcomes


Upon successful completion of the Graphic Design Area of Concentration, students will be able to:

1.  Apply elements and principles of design to the creation of original design and art projects

2.  Apply conceptual and production techniques in the creation of a wide variety of design projects 

3.  Use industry tools to solve design problems on a personal and client level 

4.  Analyze primary historical periods and cultural trends in art and graphic design

5.  Develop a professional portfolio of work that demonstrates knowledge of type, color, form and layout

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