This Skills Competency Award provides the student with a foundation in Graphic Design and an understanding of the digital process when designing for print. They will also learn skills to promote their work and to develop entrepreneurial skills. These new skills will give the student the tools to become successful in managing their own design business.

Skills Competency Award Requirements

Complete all department requirements with a “C” or higher or "P" in each course. Candidates for a Skills Competency Award are required to complete at least 20% of the department requirements through SBCC.

1. Apply design principles to both print and screen layouts.
2. Demonstrate proficiency using industry-standard software to produce graphic design layouts that are print-ready digital files.
3. Demonstrate a sense of aesthetics for design and typography in the visual communication field.
4. Apply entrepreneurial skills to develop freelance business.