UX Certificate
DURATION
100 hours
COURSE CODE
CEDP400
DATE
Multiple dates
LOCATION
Online
Why our program stands out:
- 100 hours, 100% online
- Mentorship with a UX professional
- 12-week (accelerated) and 20-week formats
- Create your online portfolio
- No professional experience required
- Work-integrated learning
Through a series of modules, you will learn the fundamentals of UX design and production workflows by using practical methodologies and the latest prototyping tool Figma. You will solve business and product design challenges while applying the latest user centered design principles. These include practical UX techniques such as user research, journey mapping, competitive analysis, design thinking, wireframing, prototyping, matrices, personas, and validation testing. You will also begin developing your professional persona by translating projects into case studies to showcase in your portfolio.
- Those looking to transition into a UX related field.
- People who want to integrate UX processes into their projects/work.
- People who work with UX teams like product/project managers.
You will learn to:
- Apply a user-centered approach to designing digital products using the latest methodologies and tools;
- Develop creative solutions using the UX design process;
- Design for business impact while balancing user needs;
- Create a portfolio that showcases projects and illustrates UX best practices;
- Use the latest industry tools to generate wireframes, prototypes and other user-centered UX techniques;
- Design solutions that meet the technical requirements of the production team;
- Apply professional self-reflection, collaboration, storytelling, problem solving and active listening techniques throughout the UX design process.
This program employs a project-based approach that focuses on the acquisition and practice of real-world skills required for a professional UX designer.
Learn directly from industry professionals who will share the latest UX Design trends and who will guide you through professional workflows, challenge you with real-world projects, and prepare you for your big break in the tech industry.
Mentorship (optional)
Participating students can receive 8 hours of career development mentoring from seasoned UX professionals.
Work-integrated learning (optional)
Participating students can choose from three work-integrated learning options.
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Scheduling
A typical week in the 12-week accelerated format:
- 7 hours of synchronous learning
- 1.75 hours of asynchronous learning (At your convenience during a given week
- Project-based work and assignments require 11+ hours outside class time
- Those with little or no prior knowledge will require more time
A typical week in the 20-week format:
- 4 hours of synchronous learning
- 1 hour of asynchronous learning (At your convenience during a given week)
- Project-based work and assignments require 5-8 hours outside class time
- Those with little or no prior knowledge will require more time
Information session
Check out our information session to learn more about the program.
Advisory Committee
Grégory Petit
UX/UI Practice Lead, City of Montreal
Aurélie Bosc
Senior UX Manager, Ubisoft
David Rollert
UX Director, ESI Group Paris
Amanda Martinez
UX/UI Design Leader, Atecna
Jean-François Poulin
UX Designer and Associate, P2+CO
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“It’s uncertain when you’re pivoting careers, so it was definitely exciting to be able to see that the program and its internship and mentorship components paid off in the context of a job.”
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Sasha van Stavel
UX/UI Designer, Blache Yong & Co.
“This certificate program has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of UX design principles, user research methodologies, wireframing, prototyping, and more. I am now ready to tackle real-world design challenges with confidence and deliver exceptional user experiences.”
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Cristina Balae
Junior UX/UI Designer, Flare
"I always wanted to learn a design-related discipline. UX design is a mysterious force that binds users and businesses together to help them accomplish their goals. I am happy to have had this journey with the CCE team. 'Pass on what you have learned' - Yoda."
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Sevda Bostanci
Talent Sourcing Specialist
"The UX design program provided the perfect pathway for the career transition I was seeking. It taught me the UX design principles through practical case studies and projects. It was very collaborative and dynamic, and I appreciated that we were able to start building applications from day one."
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Patricia Gordon
UX/UI Designer, Randstand Digital
"From practical methodology to the prototyping tool Figma, I learned the fundamentals of UX design and have successfully developed my skills as a UX designer. It was the right decision to join the program."
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Ran Zheng
UX/UI Designer, TripleOne
"There was a lot of support from instructors, and there were workshops to help you build your CV. The tools and tips provided throughout the program really set you up for the future.”
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Maeve Doyle
Junior UX/UI Designer, Recharge Véhicule Électrique