Welcome to Dot Academy
Getting started is simple! Select any certification program below to view the curriculum and enroll for full, free access to all modules and learning resources.
Certificate Courses
Uncover all of our certification programs below. Get unlimited access to every single certification course in our library FOR FREE. Click Learn More on any program to explore the curriculum, preview lessons, and enroll. Click any certification to get started today!
File Types & Resolution Certification
1 Hour.
Learn when to use vector versus raster formats, how to choose the right file types for print and web, and how to verify images have the perfect resolution every single time
Social Media
Design
Certification
5 Hours.
This certificate teaches you social media strategy, using the ACE Method, building content in Canva and utilizing CanvaAI to design social media campaigns.
Design
Fundamentals
Certification
5 Hours.
Master the core elements of visual communication. This certificate covers design principles, including line, shape, color, texture, typography, and layout.
Vector-Based Software Certification
5 Hours.
This certificate teaches you to build a cohesive brand from scratch using industry-leading vector software like Adobe Illustrator and Vectorizer.AI, integrated with modern LLMs.
Marketing
Strategy Certification
5 Hours.
This certificate teaches you to be an advanced marketing strategist from brain storming marketing techniques, creating impactful marketing messages, and designing for the client.
Magazine
and Ad Layout
Design Certification
5 Hours.
This certificate focuses on learning Adobe InDesign for multi page projects like magazines, brochures, and catalogs.
Customer
Service
Certification
3 Hours.
Learn the tricks to be awesome at customer service. You will learn phone, email and text etiquette. Part of this certificate is sample practice calls for with your mentor to ensure success.
Photo-Based Software
Certification
5 Hours.
This certificate teaches you how an agency uses Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom and Canva to edit photos to use in marketing.
Search Engine Optimization Certification
5 Hours.
Learn Search Engine Optimization skills you need to work in a professional agency.
WordPress
Website
Design Certification
5 Hours.
This certificate will teach you WordPress website design using Elementor builder. Learn how to build a website home page in class!
Local
Optimization Certification
3 Hours.
This certificate teaches you how to build agency-ready local digital programs and how to dominate locally online.
Digital
Advertising
Certifcation
5 Hours.
You will learn Google Ads, Bing Ads, Social Ads, Streaming Ads and AI Advertising
Diploma Programs
Our 150-Hour Comprehensive Diploma Programs in Graphic Design and Digital Marketing offer structured training paired with hands-on ad agency internship experience to prepare you for a professional career.
Please note: Diploma programs require separate tuition and are not included with membership.
Graphic Design Diploma
This 150 Hour comprehensive curriculum in modern graphic design will teach you how to master industry-standard software and gain invaluable real-world experience through an internship with an ad agency!
Digital Marketing Diploma
This 150 hour comprehensive curriculum teaches you to master data analytics, website optimization, digital advertising, social media, and gain invaluable experience through an internship with an ad agency!