Graphic Design with Photoshop and Illustrator (Software Included)

Overview

This graphic design course aligns with current industry trends—including the rise of generative AI and the growing need for versatile, tech-savvy creatives—offering you a strong foundation in a dynamic and evolving marketplace.

Through hands-on projects and detailed instruction, you will master essential design principles like color theory, typography, and composition while building proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. This Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop course guides you in creating vector graphics, editing raster images, and developing branded marketing materials. Alongside technical skills, you will explore business practices, client communication, and portfolio development—culminating in a professional body of work that showcases your readiness to enter or advance in the graphic design industry.
  • Software Included: Yes
  • Course ID: GES518
  • Total Hours: 165
  • Format: Asynchronous/Self-Paced
  • Location: Online
  • Schedule: 9 months (Self-Paced)
  • Credit(s) Earned: 16 CEU
  • Instructor: Ed2go
  • Cost: $3,750.00
  • Category: Arts/Media
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Prerequisites:

This program is designed to prepare you for a career in graphic design. Previous experience with Photoshop is not necessary. You will need an internet connection, be familiar with using the internet, have emailing capabilities, and be familiar navigating folders as well as naming and saving files to your computer.

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebooks are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 10 or later.
  • Mac: macOS 12 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Microsoft Word Online.
  • Adobe Photoshop (included in enrollment)
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader.
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

  • The Elements of Graphic Design by Alex W. White
  • Your enrollment in this course also includes a subscription to Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. You will learn how to activate this subscription during the course.

What you will learn

  • Learn Master the fundamentals of graphic design concepts and terminology Adobe Photoshop
  • Use any tool in the Photoshop workspace efficiently
  • Take a look at the history of graphic design and advertising to understand how it affects design today
  • Master how to correctly package a project for printing and production
  • Develop a personal brand and incorporate social media
  • Produce a portfolio using a variety of graphic design techniques

Program Outcomes

  • Create an extensive digital portfolio that can be used to show potential employers and clients
  • Master the features of Photoshop suite needed to create results-driven professional work
  • Prepare yourself for a career as a graphic designer, art director, video game designer, web developer, photo editor, and more
  • Develop your own design style that will distinguish you from competitors