Graphic Design Essentials Microcredential
Immerse yourself in a blend of theory and hands-on practice as you explore graphic design principles, digital asset creation, and layout optimization for web and print. From organizing deliverables to crafting compelling designs, you'll build a portfolio that showcases your skills and vision.
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- Kelowna
- Distance
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Credential
Micro-Credential
Delivery options
Part-Time
Tuition and fees
2025-26: $1,624
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Adobe Creative Subscription is not included in tuition.
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plus applicable material fees
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All amounts are approximate and are subject to change.
Program details
This 120-hour Certificate provides a foundation of core knowledge and skills related to graphic and digital design. This program provides a balance of both theory and hands-on experience with various Adobe Creative Suite applications to prepare graphic designs for websites and publications. Topics include graphic design principles, digital asset creation, layout optimization and how to organize graphic-design deliverables. Students will use software tools to produce a small portfolio of graphic design projects that showcase their design skills and abilities.
| Campus | Start date | End date | Schedule |
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| Kelowna | Sep. 23, 2025 | Dec. 11, 2025 | Online Synchronous. 2 evenings/week plus Saturdays |
| Kelowna | Sep. 2026 | Part-time. Online Synchronous, 2 evenings/week and Saturdays |
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| Kelowna | Feb. 2026 | Part-time. Online Synchronous, 2 evenings/week and Saturdays |
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