CCP Pathway: Graphic Design Certificate

This certificate program consists of seven (7) courses and 312 hours of instruction. The coursework will focus on graphic design principles & concepts utilizing Adobe Design software and web applications for graphic designers. Students can expect to learn about current design and technology. Using state-of-the-art software and resources, the Graphic Arts faculty will train students in all areas of design as well as logo creation, color theory, and newly emerging areas in the field.

Program Location

Classes are held at our Downtown Campus and/or online. Delivery mode is subject to change.

The Career Technical Education/Workforce Development Pathway (CTE/WCEP)

Tuition free course hours that lead to technician education certificate, State, or Industry Recognized Credential aligned with a high school career cluster. Students are responsible for the following CFCC fees:

• Parking & Security- $5.00
• Technology Fee – $5.00

Students are responsible for maintaining an active Adobe Creative Cloud subscription. This subscription is required for the program and is utilized for assignments that must be completed outside the classroom. There is a student subscription rate available, please visit Adobe.com for more information.

Eligibility & Admission Requirements

• Be a high school junior or senior
• Have a weighted GPA of 2.8 on high school courses or your principal’s approval
• If GPA is lower than 2.8, assessment testing is required
• For details on eligibility and admissions requirements, please speak to your high school career counselor

Application Process* for Public High School Students

• Complete the CTE WCEP Online Application
• Read Approval Form DocuSign Instructions before proceeding to next step
• Complete the Career Technical Approval Form
  • Eugene Ashley High School
  • Heide Trask High School
  • Hoggard High School
  • Laney High School
  • Mosley Career Readiness Academy
  • New Hanover High School
  • Pender Early College High School
  • Pender High School
  • Topsail High School

Note: If your school is not listed, please contact eeaston@cfcc.edu .

*Home School & Private School Students, please contact a Workforce Development Coordinator at eeaston@cfcc.edu or 910-362-7173 .

Next Steps

Once you have completed your application process (see above*), please contact eeaston@cfcc.edu to express your intent to enroll in the CTE/WCEP Graphic Design Pathway.

Registration Documentation Requirements

Once you have emailed, eeaston@cfcc.edu to express intent to enroll in the CTE/WCEP Graphic Design Pathway, you will receive an email with additional registration instructions. Below outlines the required documentation required to complete your registration.

• CTE WCEP Acceptance Letter
• Copy of current High School Transcript must be provided
• Other documentation may be required

Eligibility for Continued Enrollment in CCP (CTE/WCEP Pathway)

To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must:

• Continue to make progress toward high school graduation.
• Continue to make progress toward successful completion of the Workforce Continuing Education pathway as defined by the pathway syllabus.
• A student who doesn’t meet these criteria will be subject to the college’s policy for unsatisfactory progress.
• For more information about this CCP Pathway application process, available programs, enrollment, and eligibility, please visit your High School Career Counselor.

Graphic Design Program Expectations and Goals

• Courses must be taken in the order listed
• Students can take a maximum of 2 classes at a time
• Prerequisites and corequisites must be followed
• Successful completion of all courses is required to receive a certificate

Program Plan

Students can take a maximum of two classes at a time. Below is the required program plan for students taking two classes per semester.

*Courses are subject to cancellation due to low enrollment.