We continue to pursue our goals of offering degrees, certificates and classes that meet the needs of students seeking to become professionally qualified for careers in advertising and graphic design.

Fast-Track Certificates

There is a strong trend today towards fast-track education. Students specially like it as it means they can obtain the same knowledge in a shorter condensed period of time which allows them to get out in the marketplace sooner and get on with their careers. We have crafted two certificates that contain the absolute necessities for a valuable education. In the process we have stripped away desirable but nonessential courses.

More information on the certificates including specific courses may be found in the current Fullerton College Catalog.

Advertising and Graphic Design - Level 1 Certificate

The purpose of this certificate is to give the student a state-of-the-art education that will prepare her/him for an entry level position in today's graphic design industry, with a focus on print media.

A student should be able to complete this certificate in two to three semesters.

Areas of instruction include the following:

• Training in visual communication principles.
• Application of communication principles to specific graphic design problems.
• Extensive training in graphics software on the computer emphasizing page layout, required for expressing design solutions.
• Instruction in preparation of digital files for optimal commercial reproduction.
• Training in a wide range of printing, paper and specialty process techniques that allow the student to create unique and persuasive designs.

Advertising and Graphic Design - Level 2 Certificate

This certificate requires the successful completion of the Advertising and Graphic Design - Level 1 Certificate.

The purpose of the certificate is to give the student a state-of-the-art education that will prepare her/him for a position in the following areas: Advertising Design, Graphic Design, Packaging Design.

A student should be able to complete this certificate in two to three semesters.

Areas of instruction include the following:

• Training in visual communication principles.
• Application of communication principles to specific graphic design, advertising and packaging problems.
• Extensive training in graphics software on the computer emphasizing page layout, image manipulation and digital line art. These three areas are essential for creating design solutions.
• Instruction in preparation of digital files for optimal commercial reproduction.
• Training in a wide range of printing, paper and specialty process techniques that allow the student to create unique and persuasive designs.
• Personalized instruction in the preparation of a portfolio of work, resume and business issues important for a student doing freelance design