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Graphic Design

Build creative and technical skills in graphic design and digital media. Learn how to create visual designs for print and digital mediums, including layout, branding, illustrations, packaging and UX/UI.

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Graphic Design Pathways

The table shows an at-a-glance view of Central Piedmont’s offerings in this field. Find the option that matches your timeline, goals and interests, then select the pathway title to learn more.

Student Goals Education Prerequisite Campus Timeline to Completion Learning Format
Graphic Design (A.A.S.) Associate in Applied Science High School Diploma or Equivalent Harper Campus Two Years Hybrid
Introduction to Graphic Design Certificate No Requirement Harper Campus One year Hybrid
Intermediate Graphic Design Certificate No Requirement Harper Campus One year Hybrid
Introduction to Print in Design Certificate No Requirement Harper Campus One year Hybrid
User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI) Certificate No Requirement Harper Campus One year Hybrid
Graphic Design, Printing and Photography - Short-Term Training Courses Short-Term Training or Professional Certificate No Requirement Multiple 16 weeks or less Online
Dual Enrollment Certificate No Requirement Multiple Two or More Academic Years Hybrid
  • Graphic Design (A.A.S.)
    Student Goals: Associate Degree
    Education Prerequisite: High School Diploma or Equivalent
    Campus: Harper Campus
    Timeline to Completion: Two Years
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Introduction to Graphic Design
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Harper Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One year
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Intermediate Graphic Design
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Harper Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One year
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Introduction to Print in Design
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Harper Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One year
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • User Experience/User Interface (UX/UI)
    Student Goals: Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Harper Campus
    Timeline to Completion: One year
    Learning Format: Hybrid
  • Graphic Design, Printing and Photography - Short-Term Training Courses
    Student Goals: Short-Term Training or Professional Certificate
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Multiple
    Timeline to Completion: 16 weeks or less
    Learning Format: Online
  • Dual Enrollment
    Student Goals:
    Education Prerequisite: No Requirement
    Campus: Multiple
    Timeline to Completion: Two or More Academic Years
    Learning Format: Hybrid
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