UX Design Professional Certificate
What you’ll learn
The full UX design process
Duration
Up to 6 months
Commitment
6-8 hours per week
Price
$4,999
Flexible format
Online, self-paced
Live support + 1:1 mentoring
We offer the UX Design Institute professional certificate program, the industry standard in UX design certification. Learn the complete UX design process, from research to interaction design to prototyping. Sign up to learn more!
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My boss wanted me to feel more secure about the UX process. The course has been such an eye-opener for me.
Developed with UX Hiring Managers
Our courses are validated with design leaders from top companies in tech. They ensure that our content is what the industry — and hiring managers — are looking for. The UX Design Institute engages an industry advisory council to guide curriculum development. Members include global tech brands.
Who Should Enroll
Career Switchers
- Digital marketers
- Software developers
- Those new to UX
- Looking for a more rewarding career
Upskillers
- Learn the complete UX design process
- Build a portfolio of work to help transition into a UX position
- Gain a formal qualification
Experienced Designers
- Validate existing skills and knowledge
- Fill in any gaps in their skill set
- Gain a formal qualification
I’m helping build products by speaking to real users and applying core principles I learned from the course.
Curriculum
Self-paced learning gives you the flexibility to study in your own time. Monthly deadlines and submissions give you structure and accountability. You’ll also have access to weekly mentor-led feedback webinars that provide valuable expert guidance for your portfolio projects.
Module 1
Introduction to UX Design
Gain a deep understanding of the UX design process.
Module 2
User Research Fundamentals
Learn why research is a key ingredient underpinning UX design.
Module 3
User Research Methods
Master core research methods of usability testing, online surveys, A/B testing and more.
Module 4
Research Analysis
Learn how to translate research data into insights.
Module 5
Introduction to Portfolios
Start to build your UX portfolio to showcase your project work.
Module 6
Heuristics
Understand how to use heuristics to assess the usability of your products.
Module 7
Structure and Navigation
Learn how to define a clear structure and information architecture for your products.
Module 8
Interactions
Understand the key components of an interaction and how they facilitate smooth user experiences.
Module 9
Introduction to Figma
Get familiar with Figma, the industry-standard design tool.
Module 10
Design Principles
Discover how you can harness the power of design principles to create high-quality products.
Module 11
Design Patterns
Master design patterns to create intuitive and consistent user experiences.
Module 12
Designing for Mobile
Learn how to design for mobile websites and applications.
Module 13
User Workflows
Understand the importance of designing effective workflows, to help users complete common tasks efficiently.
Module 14
Prototyping in Figma
Build interactive prototypes in Figma and prepare them for developer handover.
Module 15
Getting Job Ready
Expand your portfolio and start to prepare for job applications and interviews.