Graphic artists and designers with a range of technical, drawing, and design skills are valuable members of work teams in a variety of industries. Many artists have also discovered the joys of freelance design and graphics development work.

The certificate series places emphasis on drawing and painting, design principles, page layout, photo treatment and digital image enhancement, illustration, digital pre-press skills, and development of a technical portfolio.

In addition, students will have the opportunity to complete elective courses focused on various visual media presentation skills from web design to digital photography.

Core Courses

  • Adobe InDesign I (Mac or PC)
  • Adobe Illustrator I (Mac or PC) or Introduction to Digital Drawing 
  • Adobe PhotoShop I (Mac or PC)
  • UX/UI Basics with Adobe XD 
  • Digital Photography Basics - dSLR 

Elective Courses

  • Adobe Illustrator II (Mac or PC)
  • Adobe PhotoShop II (Mac or PC)
  • Adobe AfterEffects (Mac or PC)
  • Introduction to Digital Drawing 
  • WordPress I 
  • WordPress II 

Materials Needed

Registration fees for classes range from $119 - $299. Most courses require textbooks. Course syllabi provide textbook information.

Requirements

Certificates are awarded upon successful completion of the five core courses plus four electives.  The Registrar's office requires a minimum of 90% attendance for each class to be transcribed. 

Upon successful completion of all requirements, email CECertificate@collin.edu to request your certificate.  Please allow up to 4 weeks to receive your certificate.

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