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The UX/UI Design Program is designed for motivated candidates who are looking to accelerate and transition their careers into user experience and user interface design. The program includes practical training, industry certification and job placement support to help professionals secure a UX/UI design job in this high-demand industry.
The UX/UI Design Program can be taken in either 24 weeks part time or 12 weeks full time and is designed for professionals who are interested in launching a career in UX/UI design and for design professionals looking to upgrade their skills and accelerate their career. The program includes pre-work, intensive practical training, industry certification and a job outcomes program in collaboration with university partners. The course content has been tailored to give students the skills that are demanded by businesses in today’s rapidly evolving job market.
Remote learning is available for this program. The interactive remote format enabled by video conferencing technology is a rich and connected experience featuring virtual break-out rooms, shared screens, digital whiteboards, peer to peer collaboration and instructor support.
Learn how to understand user needs through research methodologies and use industry-standard tools to design appealing interfaces across various digital platforms alongside the best UX/UI design trainers in the United States.
The UX/UI Design Program is a structured training course designed to help you develop the practical skills you will need to work as a UX/UI Design professional. After completing your UX/UI Design Program, you will be awarded the UX/UI Design Certificate of Achievement from the Institute of Data. After completing your Data Science & AI Program, you will receive the recognition as a Certified UX/UI Design Professional (CUXUIDP)™️ from the Institute of Data®.
Hundreds of professionals choose the Institute of Data every year to prepare them for their future careers after careful consideration of their desired career progression and to attain maximum return on investment for their education. Leading the future of the profession, the Institute of Data offers a collaborative and successful program, driven to ensure you have the best start to your career.
Practical UX/UI design training is an essential requirement to practice as a UX/UI design professional. Learn from industry experts on how to apply UX/UI design techniques for businesses and government organizations including business consulting and simulating commercial projects. This means our graduates will be ready to work in the UX/UI design industry.
“The best part about getting ahead with the tech curve is that if my company ever faces any tech challenges now, I can easily sit at the table and be a part of decisions in that area.”
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An Overview of the UX Industry
Difference between UX Design, UI and UX Research
CX Design, Service Blueprint
UI Patterns
Design Thinking and Processes
Goals and Importance of User Research
Quantitative and Qualitative User Research
Hypothesis Development
User Research in Agile Environments
How User Research Supports Marketing Design and Strategy
Relationship between IA and User Experience (UX) Design
Information Categorization and Taxonomy Development
User Task Analysis and User Flows
Card Sorting and Affinity Diagramming
IA for E-commerce and Complex Information Systems
Human-Centered Design
Ideation and Sketching
Tools and Techniques for Wireframing
Interaction Design
Prototyping Tools and Techniques
Visual Design Principles
UI Design Principles
Components and Patterns
Designing for Different Platforms
Designing for Accessibility
Principles of Responsive Design
Responsive vs Adaptive Design
Mobile UX Best Practices
Responsive Design Techniques and Tricks
Designing for Touch Interfaces
Goals of User Testing
Testing Methodologies
Types of Testing
Planning a User Test
Running a User Test
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
Effective Communication
Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
Time Management and Prioritization
Personal Branding and Relationship Building
Data Analytics and its Role
Process and Methods
Data Visualizations
Google Analytics
Additional Tools
Generative AI and Future Worker Tools
Voice Interfaces / Conversation Design
Designing for Wearable Devices
Designing for Smart Home / Smart Space
VR and AR Design
Additional Topics: Determined by Students and Lead Trainer
Job Outcomes Program
Consultation and Presentation Training
UX/UI Design Practice
Capstone Project
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How to boost your design skills with a UI UX online course
The UI UX online course at the Institute of Data equips you with practical, industry-relevant skills needed to excel in today’s competitive design landscape. Whether you’re advancing your career or entering the field, this course provides real-world projects to help you develop the design abilities that employers value.
Here are the four steps to follow so you can take your design skills to the next level:
Step #1: Learn industry-standard concepts to improve your design skills.
Look into user research to create designs based on actual user behavior.
Learn to design with user input at the forefront. User research is the backbone of understanding your audience. When you learn user experience, you get an understanding of user motivations, challenges and preferences. You can then use this to build interfaces that resonate with the needs and desires of different users.
Making informed decisions based on this information leads to work that aligns more closely with user expectations and products that users will appreciate more. Enhance usability and user satisfaction by creating intuitive user experiences.
Develop interaction design, wireframing and prototyping skills to build functional and interactive designs.
Interaction design emphasizes how users engage with a product and make the experience smooth and enjoyable. Wireframing and prototyping, on the other hand, serve as a way for you to visualize ideas and test their viability before moving to full development.
These processes enable the creation of both low- and high-fidelity prototypes that can be iteratively improved based on user feedback, leading to a more refined end product.
Step #2: Select a learning schedule that suits your lifestyle.
The Institute of Data’s UX/UI Design Course offers flexible part-time and full-time options.
With online learning, you don’t have to compromise on the depth or quality of your education because of personal commitments.
The Institute of Data’s UI UX online course is designed with the modern learner in mind, offering both part-time (24 weeks) and full-time (12 weeks) study options. Whether you’re managing a full-time job, family commitments or other responsibilities, there’s a schedule that will work for you.
Take advantage of remote learning with live, interactive online sessions and virtual collaboration tools.
With real-time, interactive classes, you can tap into digital design course materials and actively participate from wherever you are, whether that’s a home office or a cafe. These sessions are aided by an online learning platform with collaboration tools that facilitate group projects and peer-to-peer interaction for an engaging virtual classroom environment.
Step #3: Build practical skills through projects.
Complete design projects that simulate real-world challenges faced by UX/UI professionals.
Our UI/UX Design Program at the Institute of Data offers projects that mimic the actual challenges you will encounter in the industry. These projects provide a platform for you to apply your theoretical knowledge and hone your design skills in a practical context.
When you work on real-world problems, you become adept at navigating actual scenarios and refining your approach to UX/UI design. Each project builds your portfolio, which showcases your ability to handle real-world applications and makes you a more attractive candidate to potential employers.
Work through labs and a final capstone project, both key assessments in the program.
Labs and the capstone project are vital components of our learning framework.
Labs are designed to deepen your understanding of specific design concepts through targeted exercises. These lab sessions build the foundational expertise needed to tackle broader challenges.
The capstone project, on the other hand, is an integrative task that combines various skills and knowledge areas amassed throughout the UI UX online course. It is rigorously assessed by industry experts, providing a credible platform to demonstrate your comprehensive design abilities.
Another one of our offerings – the Data Science & AI Course – can supplement your design skills by offering insights into how data-driven analytics reshape user interfaces.
Step #4: Learn from industry experts and mentors.
Our program features expert instructors and industry mentors with professional experience in UI/UX design.
The value of learning from accomplished experts cannot be overstated. Our UI UX online course instructors aren’t just academics; they are active professionals who bring real-world insights from their current roles in UI/UX design.
Just as our UI UX online course offers expert insights into UI UX training, our Software Engineering Course can also provide a comprehensive understanding of back-end processes that support intuitive interface designs.
You’ll gain exposure to the latest techniques and emerging trends directly from those who are implementing them in the field. Their hands-on experience provides you with a uniquely practical understanding that textbooks alone cannot offer, equipping you with the skills and confidence necessary to excel as a modern designer.
Our Job Outcomes Support provides access to career coaching, resume reviews, interview preparation, and portfolio refinement.
Career coaching offers personalized guidance towards securing employment within the UX/UI field. From resume reviews and mock interview sessions to comprehensive portfolio refinement, we get you fully prepared to make a compelling impression on potential employers.
For more information, schedule a consultation with us.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a UI/UX online course, and who is it for?
A UI UX online course focuses on teaching the skills necessary for user experience and interface design.
They’re for individuals who are either getting started on a design career path or professionals looking to elevate their expertise in the digital space. They cover a range of skills, from understanding user research to mastering wireframing and visual design.
Is the course self-paced or instructor-led?
The UI UX online certification course at the Institute of Data is instructor-led, featuring live sessions to guide participants through the curriculum.
Structured with scheduled online classes, this format ensures you receive consistent feedback and personalized support from experienced instructors. However, our programs are available in part-time (24 weeks) and full-time (12 weeks) options, so students can still manage other responsibilities while studying.
Does UI/UX need coding?
Coding isn’t a requirement for our UI UX online course.
The focus is on design principles, not programming skills, making it accessible even if you lack a technical background. Within the program, you’ll engage in tasks that emphasize creativity, usability and strategic design thinking rather than coding.
To be eligible, you must have a bachelor’s degree, have a prior qualification in English and have completed the assigned online pre-work given after enrollment.
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