Graphic Design Courses | Graphic Design Schools In Kansas

What does a graphic designer do?

The Graphics Technology program is designed to prepare students for the graphics industry. Students will study the basics of imaging software through tutorials, projects and internship opportunities. Printing basics will be learned through study of basic printing components and how they apply to graphics technology. Students are instructed on how graphics and print work together to provide entry-level skills for employment in the graphics industry.

Career Forecast Bright OutlookAverage Salary $48,610on campus

Learning at Washburn Tech

Our program provides instruction on the basics of graphic design software such as Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop through tutorials, hands-on activities, client-driven projects and internship opportunities. Attending half-day, students complete the program in two semesters. Upon completion, you will earn a 45-credit-hour technical certificate.

CERTIFICATIONS: Adobe Certified Associate – Illustrator; Adobe Certified Associate – InDesign; Adobe Certified Associate – Photoshop.

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For dual-credit high school students submission of an application, official partial transcript, and consent to enroll form are required. Adult students must complete an application and submit an official copy of all transcripts. Please see an admissions counselor for details.

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Indesign

Adobe Photoshop

With a 48-credit-hour technical certificate, you will be prepared for entry-level jobs in agencies, internal design departments and electronic publishing houses.

Or continue your education and earn an associate degree.

Upon completion, you will earn a 48 credit hour technical certificate and be eligible to complete an associate degree or more advanced degrees at Washburn University.

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After completing an associate's degree, students are eligible to earn a Bachelor of Applied Science at Washburn University.

For more programs, enrollment and course schedule information, please contact Admissions.

Jobs and Salaries

CAREER FORECAST: bright outlook

The data below refers to surveyed wages and average annual job openings in the state of Kansas due to growth and net replacement. SOURCE: klic.dol.ks.gov

Entry-Level Salary

$35,410

(2022)

Projected Job Openings

61

(annually)

Projected Job Growth

3%

(2020-2030)

Schedule Options

Morning

LENGTH
1 year

PROGRAM BEGINS
Every August

SCHEDULE
MON - FRI; 8-11:10am

Afternoon

LENGTH
1 year

PROGRAM BEGINS
Every August

SCHEDULE
MON - FRI; 11:45am-2:55pm

Program Cost

Financial Aid is available to those who qualify, and have a high school diploma or GED. To set-up an appointment with a financial aid counselor, call 785.670.3360.