433 Creative Arts and Design Certificate Programs

San Jose City College offers Associate in Science (AS) degrees and certificate programs emphasizing three major areas in Media Arts: Print Media, Motion Arts, and Web/Interactive Design. The Media Arts program is a unique, interdisciplinary approach to the converging fields of journalism, communication and new media technology. It responds to the need for people skilled in effective communications in all levels of society including industry, education, art and music, and the public arena.

Prepare for a successful career in interior design with LDM's Interior Design Certificate course in Florence. Students will be encouraged to develop their creativity and talent in the field, alongside comprehensive theoretical and practical work.

The Web Design certificate program at Jamestown Community College prepares you for entering the workforce immediately after graduation in careers like web designer, web developer, and website support specialist. While at JCC, you’ll develop your knowledge of webpage design and internet related issues. JCC’s program focuses on a strong base in computer technology with an understanding of design principles.

A comprehensive interior design certificate combining studio courses with design theory and history. Students develop manual and digital drawing skills, create portfolio work, and study how to design functional, aesthetically pleasing, and sustainable spaces.

Reimagine design work in the age of AI. Enhance your design approach by seamlessly integrating the latest AI-tools and methods for research, idea generation, and project execution.

The Certificate in Game Design teaches the fundamentals of game mechanics, narrative design, prototyping, and engine‑based development (Godot). It's a practical, portfolio‑focused 18‑credit program delivered 100% online and designed for flexible, asynchronous study.

A blend of human factors engineering and mechanical engineering, students in this certificate program will learn the fundamentals of design in both fields and apply them to the design of assistive devices to address real-world problems.

The Certificate of Graphic Design prepares students for a career in graphic design. Graphic Designers are typically responsible for graphic design production and pre-press production. They are also responsible for the creation of publication marketing collateral.

Design the next generation of mobile apps using industry-standard UX workflows and cutting-edge AI tools. Dive into the complete product design process—from user research to final prototype—while learning to harness AI as a design partner. Walk away with a portfolio-ready case study and the UX design skills top companies seek.

This is one of several subject combinations available in our Certificate of Higher Education in Computing & IT and a second subject (T13) – you’ll divide your time equally between the two subjects. You will be introduced to the processes of design and innovation, with particular regard to digital technology. You will also study the profound technological, economic, political and ethical changes that are driven by those digital technologies.

Communicate your message with typography, layout, color, and image. Master an industry standard: Adobe CC. Choose from a wide selection of electives and develop a multidisciplinary practice. Build a professional design portfolio and launch your career.

Survey the professional landscape of contemporary furniture design. Cultivate both conceptual and technical competencies through hands-on making and critical inquiry. Prepare for real-world opportunities by developing a full scale furniture prototype that considers brand positioning and market demand.

Enter the fast-growing field of user experience design for services, native apps, and responsive web interfaces through Pratt’s Certificate in UX/UI Design. The program will provide you with all of the building blocks to get started as a designer. Commencing with an introduction to the field, through best practices and methodologies in user research,

The Professional Certificate of Competency in Product Design for Engineers equips engineers and technicians with the expertise to create customer-focused, cost-effective, sustainable, and technology-driven products. The course covers key topics, including design thinking and user-centric design, core design principles, and the selection of materials and manufacturing processes to meet design requirements.

Through this certificate-level program from Lorenzo de' Medici, students will develop their critical thinking skills in order to find innovative solutions and pursue successful careers within the evolving global fashion industry. The course is designed to give students a firm theoretical knowledge as well as an understanding of its practical application, and will cover the entire fashion lifecycle, from design concepts to product development.