The Graphic Design program consists of hands-on studio training to prepare students for a career in Graphic Design. The program provides practical and conceptual experiences that provides the student with tools to enter the workforce in person and remotely. The Graphic Design Certificate program is committed to the planning and presentation of graphic ideas to be used in publications, advertising, broadcasting, and web-based media. The goal is to keep students current with evolving means of design expression and design tools. Students learn digital technologies that enable them to work in a wide range of media projections. In addition to small class sizes, the program allows students to explore their personal strengths and focus their interests. The state-of-the-art Macintosh Lab at UNM-Taos allows students to be at the forefront of today’s ever-changing technology. This certificate sets the foundation for a four-year degree in Graphic Design and focuses on Adobe content to prepare students for potential Adobe Certification.