Certificate in Graphic Design

Why this certificate advances your career

Freelance designers without credentials struggle to win corporate briefs. You graduate with a CDACC qualification, a portfolio, and the production skills agencies and SMEs hire for: layout, typography, colour, and brand consistency.

Graphic designers work in agencies, media houses, NGOs, and as freelancers — certificate training proves you can deliver commercial-quality work.

Progress to the related JITC diploma programme with credit recognition where applicable.

Who should enrol

• Creative school leavers and artists
• Marketers adding design to their skillset
• Entrepreneurs branding their own businesses
• Students progressing to advanced digital media

Learning outcomes

• Produce print and digital designs to client briefs
• Apply typography, colour theory and composition
• Use professional design software proficiently
• Prepare files for print and web delivery
• Present a portfolio for employment or freelance work

Programme coverage

1. 1 Principles of design and visual communication
2. 2 Typography, layout and branding fundamentals
3. 3 Digital imaging and illustration techniques
4. 4 Print production and pre-press basics
5. 5 Social media and marketing design
6. 6 Portfolio development and client presentation
7. 7 CDACC assessment and industry project

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