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Do you love perfecting the fine details?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re already pursuing a Viscom degree you can add even more advanced software skills to your digital toolkit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add-on certificates for Graphic Design and Visual Design majors give you the technical expertise to transform your vision into reality. These advanced courses teach you how to prepare files and assets for production and how to apply best practices to set yourself apart in today’s fast-paced industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to master the essentials?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

New Viscom students can become proficient in software and print technology! The Occupational Skills Award gives you the technical expertise needed to create great-looking designs for web and print. Flexible scheduling gives you the power to complete the certificate in a single semester, or spread it out over three.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enhanced Skills Certificates for Graphic Design and Visual Design majors, or Occupational Skills Award<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Advanced Digital Tools for Graphic Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Four classes that strengthen your software skills in Figma, and Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. Designed for students who are already completing an Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Advanced Digital Tools for Visual Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Three classes that strengthen your software skills in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Designed for students who are already completing an Associate of Applied Science in Visual Design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Occupational Skills Award<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Three classes that teach essential methods for the creation and production of print and digital media. Foundational software skills in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Available as a stand-alone certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Not only did I get to explore design software, I also got hands-on experience with the design process.”<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2014Paul Friesenhahn<\/strong>, Viscom Student<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Launch your career as a professional\u2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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