Programs / Graphics Design (ACP) with AI-Essentials
GRAPHICS DESIGN · WIOA-APPROVED
Graphics Design (ACP) with AI-Essentials
Learn Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, build a portfolio and earn Adobe Certified Professional credentials in 24 weeks. Live online with instructor support, or self-paced.
Program at a glance
Length24 weeks
FormatLive online, self-paced
Class startsEvery day
Apply byAnytime
To enrollHigh school level education, basic computer skills
To graduateFinal exam, industry-standard exams
100%
credential attainment, last 24 months (AZ Job Connection)
65–70%
graduate placement rate
$45K–$70K
typical annual salary range (varies by state)
24 weeks
start any day
Eleven modules, one portfolio
You build real design skills across Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, then finish with a portfolio and a final exam.
1
Foundations
Photoshop and design basics
ADOBE CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL
Jumping into Photoshop
Graphic design fundamentals
Basic photo editing
2
Core skills
Craft and technique
HANDS-ON MODULES
Selections, painting and brushes
Typography
Layers
Masking and advanced compositing
3
Career ready
Projects and portfolio
FINISH STRONG
Tourism project
Using your skills professionally
Building a portfolio
Final exam
Is this program for you?
High school level education
Basic computer skills
No design experience needed. A PC or Mac with a webcam, microphone and reliable internet
Prefer IT or office work? Compare all programs
How you graduate
Complete the 11 modules, including the final exam
Pass the industry-standard Adobe Certified Professional exams
Earn credentials from Adobe, not a school-issued diploma
Choose how you learn
Same program and certifications either way. The difference is how much support you want along the way.
With Instructor
WIOA-FUNDED
$5,000
Live online instruction with instructor support
One-on-one help from an instructor
Certification exam support included
Self-Paced Only
Start today for $500
Self-paced online access, start any time.
Pay as you go at $500 per class, or pay in full and save 10%
Best if you are self-motivated and comfortable working on your own
Available to eligible students in Arizona, California, Illinois and New York. Funding amounts and eligibility vary by state and local workforce board. How WIOA funding works
Careers this program prepares you for
Graduates typically move into entry to mid-level roles that require minimal experience. See what is hiring in your state right now.
These are live Indeed searches, so listings are always current. Placement rate and the salary range reflect typical results and are not a guarantee.
Job search support
Resume writing, interview skills, job referrals and employer job fairs, plus follow-up services after you graduate.
Refund policy
A full 100% refund is available before the program starts. After the start date, refunds follow a sliding scale from 90% down to 0%, based on the share of clock hours attempted. Used books, supplies and exam vouchers are non-refundable, and approved refunds are issued within 30 days.
Questions about this program
When do classes start?
Classes start every day. Apply anytime.
What do I need to enroll?
High school level education and basic computer skills. You also need a PC or Mac, internet of at least 1 Mbps, headphones or speakers, a webcam and a microphone.
What is the credential attainment rate?
100% of students earned their credential over the last 24 months, as reported to AZ Job Connection.
What will I build?
Projects across Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, including a tourism project, and a finished portfolio you can show employers.
What financial help is available?
WIOA grant funding may cover part or all of tuition for eligible students in Arizona, California, Illinois and New York. We do not offer separate scholarships, and the program is not currently Pell Grant eligible.
What jobs do graduates get?
Graphic Designer and Entry-Level Graphic Designer roles. 65–70% of graduates are placed, across a range of industry sectors.
Ready to start? Classes start every day.
Talk to a school advisor about funding for your state and pick a start week.
Your instructor
ML
Max Luna
Graphics Design Instructor
Creative, dedicated instructor with over five years of experience in professional design and education. Focuses on digital tools, typography and branding, and on connecting design theory to real-world work in an inclusive, innovative classroom.
Adobe Certified Professional in Graphic Design (2023)Excellence in Teaching Award, Delaware College of Art and Design (2024)Certified Graphic Arts Instructor (CGAI), in progressM.A. in Design Education, University of Delaware (2021)B.F.A. in Graphic Design, Wilmington University (2018)Member, National Art Education Association (NAEA)Attended Adobe MAX 2024