The Google UX Design Certificate provides learners with the foundational skills needed to launch a career in user experience (UX) design. No prior experience is required—this program covers everything from user research and wireframing to prototyping and usability testing.
Learners will complete real-world UX projects using Figma and Adobe XD, develop a portfolio of three design projects, and gain hands-on experience with design sprints, accessibility best practices, and user-centered design methodologies.
Why Take This Course?
🎨 Master UX Design Fundamentals – Learn how to research, design, and test digital experiences.
🛠 Hands-On Learning – Create interactive prototypes and build a professional portfolio.
💼 Career-Ready Training – Gain the skills needed for high-demand UX design roles.
🌍 Flexible & Self-Paced – Complete the course online at your own speed.
What You’ll Learn
✔ How to conduct UX research using interviews, surveys, and usability studies.
✔ How to create wireframes and prototypes using Figma & Adobe XD.
✔ How to apply the design process (empathize, define, ideate, prototype, test).
✔ How to build and showcase a UX portfolio that includes real-world projects.
✔ How to design with accessibility, equity, and user needs in mind.
Course Modules & Skills Gained
📌 Course 1: Foundations of UX Design
• Learn UX design principles, user-centered design, and accessibility best practices.
•Understand common UX research methods and how designers work with cross-functional teams.
📌 Course 2: Start the UX Design Process (Empathize, Define, and Ideate)
• Conduct user interviews and research studies to identify user needs.
•Define pain points and problem statements to guide design decisions.
•Use brainstorming techniques like Crazy Eights and How Might We to generate creative solutions.
📌 Course 3: Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes
• Create storyboards, paper wireframes, and digital wireframes in Figma.
•Develop low-fidelity prototypes to test early design concepts.
📌 Course 4: Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts
•Plan and conduct usability studies (moderated and unmoderated).
•Analyze research findings and refine designs based on user feedback.
📌 Course 5: Create High-Fidelity Designs and Prototypes in Figma
• Apply visual design principles to create mockups and high-fidelity prototypes.
• Conduct design critiques and user testing to improve designs.
•Learn how to hand off designs to development teams.
📌 Course 6: Responsive Web Design in Adobe XD
• Design a fully responsive website using Adobe XD.
• Plan information architecture, sitemaps, and layout structures.
📌 Course 7: Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs
• Apply UX skills to design a mobile app and website focused on social good.
• Prepare for UX job applications by refining a portfolio and practicing interview skills.
•Learn about freelance UX opportunities and career paths.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is ideal for:
✅ Aspiring UX Designers who want to start a career in UI/UX design.
✅ Graphic Designers & Developers looking to transition into UX roles.
✅ Students & Professionals seeking practical UX skills for digital product design.
📌 No prior experience is needed—just a passion for designing user-friendly experiences!