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Google UX Design Professional Certificate
UX designers make digital and physical products easier and more enjoyable to use.
Gain in-demand skills for an entry-level job through 7 courses, each designed to be completed in under 10 hours per week, within 6 months. You’ll create designs using tools like Figma and Adobe XD, and build a professional UX portfolio with three end-to-end projects.
With over 200 hours of instruction, hands-on activities, and assessments developed by Google UX experts, you’ll be well-prepared for real-world scenarios. Additionally, you’ll learn traditional and Agile project management, develop key templates, and receive career support, including resume-building tools and mock interviews.
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Key competencies that will be gained:
- A portfolio with 3+ projects.
- Experience working in Figma and Adobe XD.
- Knowledge of the core UX design concepts (e.g., usability studies, design sprints, accessibility)
- Basic understanding of UX research and how it informs design.
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Prospective jobs to consider:
Computer Support Specialist, Network/Systems Support Specialist, IT Manager, IT Administrator, Network Administrator, Help Desk Technician, Network Support Technician, IT Operations/Networking Manager, Technical Support Engineer/Analyst, Systems Analyst, Database Administrator, IT Technician, Computer Specialist
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Approximately 6 months to complete
Suggested pace of 10 hours/week
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Skills gained:
- Identifying and creating risk management plans
- Understanding process improvement techniques
- Managing escalations, team dynamics, and stakeholders
- Creating budgets and navigating procurement
- Utilising project management software, tools, & templates
- Practising Agile project management, with an emphasis on Scrum
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Platforms and Tools Learnt:
Canva, Constant Contact, Google Ads, Google Analytics, Hootsuite, HubSpot, Mailchimp, Shopify, and Twitter
