Microcredential in
Digital Media & Communication Design
Registration is completed with SUNY Oswego.
SUNY Oswego
Online
Online
Delivery
2 Semesters
Estimated time to complete
10.8 CEUs
Continuing education units
$2,275.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Learn to harness the power of communication with this customizable microcredential! Every learner will gain the essential skills needed to be successful in today's professional world such as: digital creation; web design including UX and UI and content management systems (WordPress); graphic design; content development; social media campaigns; basic photography; and illustration using key software including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. You then have the option to select your final course: Strategic Communication for Business where you will develop an effective promotional and advertising campaign; or, Integrated Media Writing and Design where the focus is on communicating effectively with online audiences by learning to write concise and compelling content for various online formats and applying digital media production. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares all for continued study and provides current professionals at small companies or organizations responsible for the website and social media with needed specialized skills to enhance the user experience and grow market share. This microcredential can also provide communications professionals at any company or organization with an opportunity to refresh their skills to keep pace or advance, or prepare for freelance opportunities. This microcredential can also serve as an entry point into the communications field for those looking to apply for entry-level web design, social media, or graphic design positions.
An online microcredential from SUNY Oswego (10.8 CEUs). Registration is completed with SUNY Oswego.
Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Open
What you can earn
Digital Media & Communication Design Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Pathway to Credit
This SUNY Oswego course can count toward credit at the SUNY campuses below. Each campus decides how the credit applies; confirm with its admissions or registrar office.
| Campus | Major | Counts as | Degree | Credits | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUNY Old Westbury | Information Technology | CIS 120 Computer Applications | Associate | 4 | Mar 10, 2025 |
| Upstate Medical University | Information Technology | CIS 120 Computer Applications | Associate | 6 | Jan 9, 2025 |
SUNY Old Westbury
Major
Information Technology
Counts as
CIS 120 Computer Applications
Degree
Associate
Credits
4
As of
Mar 10, 2025
Upstate Medical University
Major
Information Technology
Counts as
CIS 120 Computer Applications
Degree
Associate
Credits
6
As of
Jan 9, 2025
Skills covered
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Graphic Design
Advertising Campaigns
Communication Design
Communications
Content Development
Content Management Systems
Illustration
Photography
Social Media
Social Media Campaigns
Strategic Communication
User Experience (UX)
User Interface (UI)
Verbal Communication Skills
Web Design
WordPress
Writing
Career outlook
Related occupations: IT Support Specialist, Help Desk Technician, Junior Developer
Entry-level IT roles often require a certification rather than a degree.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.