Web Designer

The Web Design program at Academy of Learning Career College gives you the skills and knowledge to build a solid foundation in web design. You'll learn to use industry-standard software and create an impressive portfolio—essential for a web design career.

At Academy of Learning Career College, you’ll discover how to plan and design engaging, interactive websites. Our program emphasizes practical skills using key software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and Animate for web design courses.

Our web design course covers essential front end web design, including HTML and CSS for web publishing. Academy of Learning Career College also ensures you understand important topics such as accessibility, color theory, typography, and composition. Plus, you’ll explore back-end development with PHP and WordPress.

When you graduate from our web design courses online at Academy of Learning Career College, you’ll have a professional design process. This prepares you to manage website projects from start to finish. Whether you're seeking online web design courses or structured training, Academy of Learning Career College is here to help.

Program Details

Tuition at Academy of Learning Career College includes all student manuals and course materials. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. To earn your diploma from our web design course, you need a minimum 75% average and completion of a 160-hour work experience .

How You’ll Learn

Academy of Learning Career College offers a flexible learning approach:

• Integrated Learning™ System training with support from our experienced facilitators.
• Online training with guidance from Academy of Learning College facilitators or online instructors.

Competencies Upon Completion

Graduates of the Web Designer program at Academy of Learning Career College in Brampton will demonstrate proficiency in the following core competencies:

CORE COURSES

• Keyboarding:
  
  • Attain a minimum typing speed of 25 words per minute (WPM).
• Operating Systems:
  
  • Demonstrate a basic level of proficiency in a Windows operating system.
• Word Processing:
  
  • Exhibit a basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Office Skills:
  
  • Possess a strong understanding of Internet Fundamentals and Personal Computer Fundamentals for Technical Users.
• Business Skills:
  
  • Apply Workplace Success/Intrapreneurship principles, Marketing & Sales techniques, and Customer Service excellence.
• Web Design:
  
  • Master web design concepts through:
    
    • Introduction to Web Design
    • Web 101
    • HTML and CSS Essentials (foundational for front end web design)
    • Color Theory
    • Fundamentals of Typography
    • Dreamweaver 1 and 2
    • Information Design
    • Animate
    • JavaScript for Designers
    • Web Design 1
    • Dynamic web designing with PHP
    • WordPress Development
    • Web Practical Simulation
    • Web Portfolio Design
  • These web design courses prepare students for a variety of roles in web design.
• Graphics/Presentation:
  
  • Develop basic skills in Photoshop Basics and Illustrator Basics.
• Job Readiness/Employability Skills:
  
  • Utilize effective Job Search and Résumé Writing strategies and implement Strategies for Success in the workplace.

Admission Requirements

To enroll in the Web Designer program at Academy of Learning Career College, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a Grade 12 diploma or its equivalent, OR possess Mature Student Status.
• Demonstrate a strong command of the English language, enabling them to effectively understand and follow instructions.
• Participate in an admissions interview, which will assess the applicant's interest, motivation, and foundational skills necessary for success in this web design program.
• Full-time students are required to adhere to the specified weekly attendance hours as outlined in the course schedule, with flexibility in scheduling their attendance.

Required Skills and Personal Attributes

Success in the web design field, and therefore in the Web Designer program at Academy of Learning Career College, requires the development and possession of the following skills and personal attributes:

• Strong conceptual and analytical skills for effective web design.
• Excellent presentation skills to communicate design concepts.
• Effective time management skills to meet project deadlines.
• Proficiency in software and hardware troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address design challenges.
• Aptitude for embracing and integrating new technology in web design.
• Ability to stay current with evolving web and graphic design trends.
• Capability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Skill in balancing diverse creative perspectives.
• Receptiveness to constructive criticism.
• Ability to articulate complex design ideas in clear and simple terms.
• A strong artistic and creative vision for web page design.
• Willingness to work overtime when necessary to meet project demands.

Career Opportunities

Recent industry analysis indicates strong growth in web design jobs, particularly within the dynamic consulting sector, is projected in the coming years. Graduates of the Web Designer program at Academy of Learning Career College will be well-prepared to pursue exciting career opportunities where they can effectively communicate and captivate audiences using their honed web design skills. Potential career paths include:

• Web Designer
• Internet Site Designer
• Website Developer
• Intranet Site Designer

Duties and Responsibilities

Web designers are responsible for sourcing and integrating textual content, graphics, interactive elements, and intuitive navigation structures to create compelling websites. They blend artistic and creative vision to define the aesthetic and user experience of a website, while also employing web software and programming skills to bring those designs to life. Key duties may include:

• Presenting innovative and impactful creative ideas for web page design.
• Thoroughly assessing client and end-user needs to inform the web design process.
• Collaborating with IT professionals to seamlessly integrate a website into existing technological frameworks.
• Designing the typography, layout, and overall look and feel of web pages.
• Designing and incorporating engaging graphics and interactive elements to enhance user experience.
• Sourcing, selecting, and organizing information for clear and effective inclusion on a website.
• Rigorous testing of website functionality to ensure optimal performance.
• Regularly updating web content and performing ongoing website maintenance.