Basic Graphic Design
The Basic Graphic Design Program provides the essential skills and workforce preparation needed for a career in graphic design.
You will gain knowledge in the fundamentals of typography, design principles, website creation, project management, digital techniques, and portfolio development. The curriculum also prepares you for a pathway to credit graphic design programs.
Watch Our Video for More InformationComplete the following courses to earn a certificate!
Required Courses
Complete courses in this order:
- GRFN 3001 Basic Graphic Design - Module A
- GRFN 3002 Basic Graphic Design - Module B*
*Advised for students with intermediate Adobe level skills, must be enrolled in, or have completed GRFN 3001
A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of all required courses.
Request Your Certificate
If you have completed and passed all of the required courses, submit the petition form “Petition for Certificate of Completion."
Steps to Get Started
Use the guide below to start taking classes in the Basic Graphic Design Program. For more detailed instructions, go to How to Take Noncredit Classes.
- Check course availability in Schedule of Classes
To find Basic Graphic Design courses in the class schedule, look for the subject “Graphic Design Noncredit”.
- Choose which type of student you are:
Follow these steps if you are new to PCC OR returning after an absence of 1 or more major semester(s):
- Apply to Noncredit
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Create an OpenCCC account if you don’t have one already.
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Receive Welcome Letter via email
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Check your Registration Status Date in LancerPoint
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Register for classes in LancerPoint using CRN#
Follow these steps if you are a current or continuing PCC student (noncredit or credit):
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Check your Registration Status Date in LancerPoint
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Register for classes in LancerPoint using CRN#
- Apply to Noncredit