Certificate Programs - Click on titles below for course information

The Professional Certificate in Digital Media offers a unique opportunity to build a certificate around your interests. Whether you're looking for a career change or to pick up a side job, this certificate will give you the credentials necessary to market your talents. Choose courses that meet your professional interests and career objectives.

Take courses from a variety of different concentrations including Graphic Design, Social Media, and Photography.

Take courses when you can, and in the area you prefer.
Successfully complete six courses within 2 years to earn the certificate.

Courses

Learn how to take better photos, regardless of the type of camera. Topics such as composition, lighting, and exposure will be discussed in order to gain a better understanding of photography.


February 11, 2027 to March 11, 2027, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 210
Portrait photography is an excellent skill to cultivate. Whether you just want to take better photos of your family or want to build on your portrait portfolio, learn how to create exceptional portraits using poses and lighting that emphasize your subjects' character and features.


November 3, 2026 to December 1, 2026, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 210
This course is designed for participants interested in creating fine art photographic images. By exploring photographers past and present, students will gain an understanding of how to create unique images that are compelling, creative, and that express ideas unique to the photographer. Students will be encouraged to create images for this course and show them in class to analyze and discuss. All types of cameras may be used including cell phones, but DSLR or mirrorless camera is preferred.


April 8, 2027 to May 6, 2027, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 210
Learn to edit your own photographs to get rid of dust and scratches, fix the color, correct image exposure, colorize parts of an image, and how to create simple digital paintings.


September 7, 2026 to December 28, 2026, Online Course