190 Design Certificate Programs

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.

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.

Creative AI Academy will design and implement bespoke training programs that address specific organizational needs, empowering companies to harness the power of AI and design in their operations. The integration of Pratt Institute’s digital badges will provide a prestigious and recognizable certification, affirming the accomplishment and expertise gained through these advanced learning programs.

Digital tools empower designers to blur the lines between fields. Take an interdisciplinary approach to Pratt’s Digital Design certificates. Combine elective classes across digital design fields with a foundation in graphic design to enter one of the multidisciplinary roles today’s designers occupy. Grow your network while building a professional design portfolio. This program features small, interactive classes, real-time instruction (either in-person, or on Zoom), free access to software for remote use, and free access to designated campus labs.

Explore important principles behind learning design and technology with Purdue University's Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design. This program will give you a strong foundational knowledgebase by providing up-to-date courses in core learning design competencies. In this program, you will study topics like learning systems design, learning theories, development and management of technology and more. Learn more and apply today!

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.

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.

Ready for a fun career in user-experience (UX) design? Build your UX design portfolio with our convenient, flexible online courses, taught by working designers with real-world experience.

Shape memorable experiences. Learn how to design and document an exhibition from concept to installation.

This Certificate of Higher Education in Design and Innovation focuses on developing creative design thinking to address problems in every aspect of life. The design module features an online design studio, social networking and inspiring study materials alongside a practical component. As well as design, you’ll choose a complementary subject to gain skills and knowledge in an area that fits your needs and interests.

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.

The Certificate in Product Development and Design is for students and professionals who seek to solve complex problems from a holistic, design-oriented perspective. Whether you are an entrepreneur, administrator, civil servant, marketer, project manager, engineer, healthcare worker, educator, or advocate – this program will help you to discover solutions through the use of creativity, collaboration, and iterative design.

Go beyond UX for interfaces and digital products through Pratt SCPS’s Human-Centered Design Certificate.

Learn how to create exciting spaces that are functional, aesthetically pleasing, and sustainable. The Certificate Program in Interior Design and Interior Architecture offers a comprehensive education that combines studio courses with the study of design theory and history.

Create digital products that traverse end-user and business needs. Integrate research, design, and presentation into your work and oversee the entire product lifecycle from conception to execution. Develop a core skill-set that addresses the multi-phases of product design across platforms and the know-how of which tools to use and when to use them. Build key portfolio pieces.

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, you’ll finish knowing how to manifest your designs so they are deliverable both to clients and developers.

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.