UX Programs at UWPCE
Interested in breaking into a profession that sits at the intersection of technology and design? Launching a career in user experience (UX) design allows you to make an impact on the digital tools and experiences that we rely on every day for work, school and play. Compare UWPCE’s certificates, specializations and courses related to this growing field and find the right one for you.
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UX & Visual Interface Design
Learn the latest design tools and techniques used to create rich, interactive digital experiences and produce a testable prototype of your design solution.
Key Skills
How to turn user research and usability studies into design solutions
Principles of design thinking that place user needs at the forefront
How to address accessibility challenges
Visual design principles for interactive screens
Good For
Professionals with some experience in graphic design, front-end development, digital marketing or content strategy who want to get started in UX design.
Prep for Roles Like
UX designer
User interface designer
Interaction designer
UX Research
Learn how to apply UX research principles and practices to discover user needs and expectations and help develop products that delight customers.
Key Skills
Research strategy and planning
How to develop and conduct surveys, interviews and usability tests
Practice using Figma and other industry-standard software programs
Ways to synthesize research to produce actionable recommendations
Good For
Professionals who want to enter or advance in the UX field, or those who want to apply UX research fundamentals to tech projects or product development.
Prep for Roles Like
UX researcher
User research manager
Experience analyst
Foundations of UX Writing
Learn how to leverage user research and design principles to produce clear, concise UX writing that contributes to a successful user experience.
Key Skills
How to write human-centered copy that prioritizes user needs
Content voice and tone
Tools and techniques for producing inclusive, accessible content
Ways to measure successful writing outcomes
Good For
Marketing, design or product management professionals who want to create better user experiences, or anyone who wants to break into the UX writing field.
Prep for Roles Like
UX writer
Copywriter
Content designer
Web & Digital Accessibility
Learn strategies and techniques for developing digital content that meets the latest government standards for accessibility and is accessible to people of all abilities.
Key Skills
Web accessibility standards
Assistive technology
Universal design
User advocacy
Good For
Anyone who wants to understand how to make web and mobile content more accessible and advocate for digital accessibility in an organization.
Prep for Roles Like
Enhances many content and management roles
Visual Design for Digital Media
Learn the foundational visual design skills needed to create eye-catching digital designs for a variety of digital marketing platforms.
Key Skills
Image editing and animation techniques
How to design accessible and engaging visual experiences for the web and apps
How to create high-fidelity designs and interactive prototypes using Adobe Express
Tips for using design systems like Material, Fluent and HIG to aid in the design process
Good For
Anyone looking to gain digital media design skills or seeking an on-ramp to user experience (UX) design.
Prep for Roles Like
Enhances many UX design, content and management roles
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