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Become a Certified User Experience Professional Build a career in UX with the world’s only university credit-rated online UX course. Acquire the mindset, the skills and the confidence that make UX designers so valuable. A rewarding and meaningful career awaits. Why become a UX designer? Be in demand UX is a high-growth sector. The demand for UX designers far outstrips the supply of qualified professionals. Get well paid UX designers are highly paid. The average entry-level salary for a UX designer in the United Kingdom is £35,465 (PayScale, 2019) Love your job UX designers make an impact. They solve real-world problems using an exciting mix of research, design, technology and psychology. Study method Online, self-paced Duration 6 months Access to content 12 months Qualification Level 8 Diploma - User Experience Design Awarded by Glasgow Caledonian University Regulated by SQA Additional info Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price Tutor is available to students Description Duration: 6 months Get certified in six months following a flexible, structured learning path. Delivery: Online The course is delivered entirely online, including video modules, mentor-led webinars and support. Assessment: 2-hour exam Before getting certified, you'll be assessed during a two-hour exam taken online. Outcomes for you Think like a UX designer; adopt the mindset that sets them apart Showcase your knowledge with a portfolio of project work Speak with the confidence that comes from a true, deep understanding of UX Advance your career with job-ready skills Complete a university credit-rated course, valued by employers globally Become a Certified UX Professional Learn with us We’ve worked hard to design the best possible online learning experience for you. As well as an unmatched syllabus, our approach includes: Projects & portfolio Learn by doing with a series of real-world projects ideal for your UX portfolio. Mentors & webinars Be guided by our hand-picked, world-class mentors during monthly webinars. Structure & support Stay motivated with a structured programme supported by fellow students and our customer success team. What you’ll learn We’ve put together a university credit-rated curriculum that’s deep, rigorous and covers everything you need to know to become a certified UX professional and turbocharge your career. Module 01 - Introduction to UX design Module 02 - User research Module 03 - User goals Module 04 - Structure and navigation Module 05 - Interactions Module 06 - Design principles Module 07 - Design patterns Module 08 - Mobile Module 09 - Workflows Module 10 - Prototyping and handover Module 11 - AI and UX Module 12 - Creating your portfolio Module 13 - Career guidance Hub Tutorials for Figma Projects and portfolio - Projects that build into a portfolio Exam - 2-hour final exam Requirements Background You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses, although having one or both is a definite bonus. Our students come from a diverse array of backgrounds, including project management, development, graphic design, product management, business analysis and so on. Commitment You do need to be motivated and committed. We set a high bar. Studying for one of our professional qualifications requires a certain amount of time, energy and focus. Our team will be there to support you along every step of the way but success will come as a result of your own diligence. Career path The average salary for entry level user experience designers is £28,000 The average salary for user experience designers with 1-5 years experience ranges from £29,000 to £50,000 The average salary for user experience managers/leads is £80,000 Information from LinkedIn Salary Reports, based on real jobs listings.

Identify some of the unique challenges women face in their personal and professional lives, and understand how to support and empower females in the workplace.

Understand what is meant by the term menopause and why we need to talk about it. Know how menopause can affect someone at work, and how to support colleagues experiencing it.

In this class we work on the Yang 10-Step Tai Chi Form. This is a 'standardised' set of movements that is performed in the same way throughout the world. We are specifically focusing on the 'energy' side of tai chi in this class - how energy rises and falls in the body. We are also working on a set of Qigong exercises called the 'Ba Duan Jin' or '8 Strands of the Brocade' - one of the oldest sets of Qigong. This is a 13-week term.

Learn about the many benefits of supporting mental health in the workplace, identify the signs that an employee may be struggling with their mental health, and know how to have an effective conversation with them about it.

Understand what is meant by the term burnout to be able to identify and understand its impact on the individual and the organisation. Learn to utilise practical strategies to prevent and manage burnout.

Learn about common mental health concerns for women, the factors that can influence their wellbeing, and how to support our female colleagues.

Understand why it is difficult for us to accept changes when they occur - both in our personal and professional lives. Outline the emotional stages of the change curve which maps out distinct stages all individuals go through after a change, and learn to utilise a range of strategies to cope with changes.

Understand what is meant by the term mental health and the factors that can influence it. Know how to take care of your mental health, actively manage illness, and where to find additional help should you need it.

This Level 3 Award in Education and Training is accredited by NCFE and regulated by Ofqual. The National Council for Educational Awarding (NCFE) is a national educational awarding body that is well-known and respected throughout the world, which will improve your prospects of finding employment and showcase your professional growth. Course Curriculum Course Overview Course Overview - Level 3 Award in Education and Training 00:00:00 Lesson 1 - Roles and Responsibilities of Teachers Lesson 1 - Roles and Responsibilities of Teachers 00:05:00 Lesson 2 - Legislation, Regulatory Requirements and Codes of Practice in Teaching Lesson 2 - Legislation, Regulatory Requirements and Codes of Practice in Teaching 00:11:00 Lesson 3 - Factors Contributing to Effective Learning Lesson 3 - Factors Contributing to Effective Learning 00:13:00 Lesson 4 - Identifying Needs Lesson 4 - Identifying Needs 00:12:00 Lesson 5 - Planning in Teaching and Learning Lesson 5 - Planning in Teaching and Learning 00:11:00 Lesson 6 - Augmenting the Learning Process Lesson 6 - Augmenting the Learning Process 00:10:00 Lesson 7 - The Assessment Approach to Learning Lesson 7 - The Assessment Approach to Learning 00:13:00 Lesson 8 - The Evaluation Process in Learning Lesson 8 - The Evaluation Process in Learning 00:12:00 Lesson 9 - Learning Effective Teaching Microteaching Lesson 9 - Learning Effective Teaching Microteaching 00:10:00 Additional Resource Additional Resource - Level 3 Award in Education and Training 00:00:00 Assignment - Mandatory Units Assignment 1: Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training Assignment 1 - Understanding Roles, Responsibilities and Relationships in Education and Training 00:14:00 Assignment - Optional Units Assignment 2: Understanding and Using Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches in Education and Training Assignment 2 - Understanding and Using Inclusive Teaching and Learning Approaches in Education and Training 00:12:00 Assignment 3: Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment Assignment 3 - Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment 00:07:00 Feedback Feedback 00:00:00