In the User Experience Design program, you will discover Design Thinking and learn how to understand and empathize with users; perform research; synthesize findings; analyze and interpret data; generate ideas and concepts (or solutions); iterate upon these solutions; test these solutions; and build applications to solve real-world problems, focusing on the end user. While iterating on solutions, you will create high fidelity prototypes influencing the final build of the application. UX Design is a rewarding and fulfilling career because ultimately, as a UX designer, the goal of your work is to make lives better.
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Soft SkillsKenzie Academy teaches you how to do the job — and how to get the job. Our Student Services and Placement teams will guide you on how to job search, build a resume, and interview. We want you to graduate as a highly skilled, well-rounded, and marketable job candidate who’s confident in pursuing a job.
Throughout the program, you’ll always be connected to your classmates, course facilitators, and subject matter experts as part of our online community — the Kenzie Fam. So, you’ll become comfortable with communicating and collaborating as part of a team.
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Get the JobUser Experience Design graduates will be job-ready and prepared to enter the high-demand and fast-growing field of UX design. One feature of the program is portfolio design, which means you’ll get to build a robust, competitive and professional portfolio that you can showcase to future employers. The online courses are also intended to emulate a first-year internship in the industry. You can expect to gain knowledge of industry best practices, participate in project-based learning, and engage in real-life scenarios.
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Kenzie immerses you in a curriculum designed for hands-on projects, while giving you time to absorb the material and apply it to real-life situations. You’ll also form a lasting network of classmates, expert course facilitators and Kenzie’s employer partners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to know how to code in order to attend Kenzie?
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Absolutely not! We’re looking for self-starters who are curious about design and like working with diverse groups of people. Our learners are driven problem-solvers who can handle challenges and enjoy being part of a collaborative tech community. Kenzie is open to all applicants with the right attitude and enthusiasm.
Do you offer courses in-person, online, or both?
Our courses are offered 100% online only to provide you with flexibility and the ability to self-pace your learning according to your schedule.
Can I do this part-time?
The program is designed to be flexible to ensure you adopt the skills you need to level up. We understand how challenging it can be to juggle work or other responsibilities along with furthering your education. We created the UX Design Certificate program to work for you.
How difficult are Kenzie Academy programs?
Our programs aren’t easy, but they also aren’t out-of-reach for dedicated learners. Our Academic Team of course facilitators, subject matter experts and coaches will guide you through the material and provide help along the way. Our Student Services Team also checks in with learners to make sure they’re on the right track.
We also strive to provide enough support to our learners; however, your success depends on you! Don’t enter a Kenzie program lightly — but if you put in the work and take advantage of the available resources, you’ll set yourself up for great success.
What are the requirements to be accepted and enrolled in the program?
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Prospective learners interested in enrolling in Kenzie Academy’s UX Design Certificate program must meet the following criteria to be accepted and enrolled in the program.
Requirements:
Prospective learners must meet the following criteria:
- At least 18-years-old
- High school diploma or equivalent
Additionally, we screen applicants for the following.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Completion of an admissions interview with an Admissions Counselor
- Prospects must meet or exceed our criteria for Growth Mindset learners. These areas include: Customer Obsession, Ownership, Bias for Action, Deal with Ambiguity, and Invent and Simplify.
- Receive a passing score on the Kenzie Academy Skills Check that screens for:
- Technical aptitude to be successful in the program
- Symbolic reasoning and/or symbol manipulation
- Employee personality profiles
- Comfort with numbers and mathematical operations
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to collaborate in a team environment
- Enthusiasm and passion for the subject
- Some prior coding or related experience (this is not required, but encouraged)
- Patience and attention to detail when confronting a new problem
- Motivation and work ethic to handle 30-40 hours of asynchronous curriculum per week
- Enrolled learners will have to meet weekly deadlines and hit milestones.
Our program instruction is provided in English. In order to receive the best educational experience, it’s highly recommended that you speak English fluently.
Can I apply if I’m an international learner?
Yes, you can absolutely apply for our UX Design Certificate program if you’re not located in the U.S. International learners must choose to pay tuition up front. There may be limitations on placement opportunities.