Recent Graduates from Vocational Training Programs in January and February of 2020
Fresno State Offers Diverse Vocational Certificate Programs in Design
Fresno State and related colleges are offering a range of Vocational Certificate Programs in Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Digital Arts, and Multimedia Arts. These programs cater to various interests and career paths in the design industry.
Core Course Requirements
To enroll in these programs, students must have or be enrolled in foundational courses such as Visual Communication Fundamentals, Computer Imaging, Computer Layout Design, Typography, Graphic Design, Web Design (for Interactive/Multimedia track), Illustration Techniques (for Illustration track), and other related subjects. Students must achieve at least a grade “C” in these courses to be eligible for advanced programs.
Program Focus and Content Areas
The Graphic Design and Multimedia Arts Diploma, typically lasting 1-2 years, covers fundamental courses like design and drawing, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, core design principles, typography, branding, advertising, web design, animation, digital publishing, and portfolio development. This includes practical skills related to user interface (UI), user experience (UX), and media arts.
Marketing Design components can be integrated as electives or core courses within these design programs, focusing on Internet Marketing, Social Media Marketing, and Media Strategy.
Additional Requirements and Notes
Minimum grades of “C” in key courses are generally required to progress or be eligible for certificates or degrees. Certificates may require the completion of a certain number of units or credit hours, as shown in the 25-unit UX Design Certificate example from West Valley College.
Some programs allow provisional acceptance if certain prerequisite courses are missing but may require completion for specialization tracks.
Summary Table of Typical Requirements
| Program Aspect | Details | |----------------------------------|--------------------------------------------| | Core Courses | Visual Communication, Typography, Web Design, Illustration, Adobe Software, Media Strategy | | Grade Requirement | Minimum “C” grade in required courses | | Certificate Units | ~21-25 credit units (varies by institution)| | Duration | Typically 1-2 years for diploma programs | | Elective Topics | Drawing, Typography, Internet Marketing, Portfolio Development, UX/UI Design | | Admission Requirements | Completion or enrollment in foundational courses; class 10/12 marksheets may be needed (varies by institution) |
In addition to the programs mentioned, there are numerous other professionals who have obtained certificates in these fields. For instance, Victoria Strickland, Michael Oliveira, Katie Nelson, and others have earned Professional Certificates in Marketing Design, Multimedia Arts, Graphic Design, and Advanced Graphic Design respectively.
For more detailed information about the Vocational Certificate Programs, visit the new website or request the institution's catalog. Vocational Program Admissions are available for interested applicants.
- Fresno State's Vocational Certificate Programs encompass learning areas such as Graphic Design, where students delve into subjects like design principles, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, typography, and branding.
- Pursuing an education-and-self-development path in the form of these Vocational Certificate Programs at Fresno State also offers the opportunity to explore electives like Internet Marketing, Social Media Marketing, and Portfolio Development, thereby strengthening one's skills in graphic design.
