The Certificate of Achievement in Graphic Design provides opportunities for career preparation by providing courses that meet workforce needs. Graphic design skills are highly desirable not only in the graphic design profession but also in related fields, including social media, branding, marketing, and any profession that includes visual promotion. Students enrolled in this program develop basic and advanced skills in the integral processes of graphic design while learning industry-standard graphic design software. The outcomes of the program align with professional graphic design standards and are designed to produce a well-rounded, highly trained graduate with sufficient expertise to be employable in an ever-expanding job market. Furthermore, the courses in this certificate will scale up to the Certificate of Achievement and AA degree in Graphic and Interactive Design.