Certificate in Web Design – Level 3

Required qualifications

No prior experience of web design is required; however, we recommend a strong IT skillset and to have completed a Level 2 IT course.

Please also look at our English and maths courses to support your studies.

What skills will I develop?

While studying the NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Web Design, you will develop a wide range of skills and knowledge essential for a career in web design:

1. Understanding Web Design: Learn about the roles and responsibilities within a web design team, the components of web design, and key concepts like mobile design, web standards, and accessibility.
2. HTML Proficiency: Gain the ability to create web pages using HTML, including structuring content, adding links, images, tables, and forms.
3. CSS Mastery: Understand and use Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to format text, apply colors and backgrounds, and create layouts using Flexbox and Grid. You’ll also learn about responsive web design to ensure your websites work well on various devices.
4. JavaScript Skills: Learn the fundamentals of JavaScript, including variables, arrays, objects, and functions. You’ll also use JavaScript to manipulate the Document Object Model (DOM) and create interactive web pages.
5. Web Images and SVG: Understand the different image file formats and their uses, and learn how to create and manipulate Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) for icons, logos, and charts.
6. Practical Application: Develop a portfolio of evidence through practical tasks and projects, demonstrating your ability to apply the skills and knowledge you’ve acquired.

By the end of the course, you’ll be well-equipped to work in a web design team or as a freelance web designer, with a solid foundation in both the technical and creative aspects of web design.

Careers

The NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Web Design equips you for several career options, including:

1. Web Designer: Create and design websites, ensuring they are visually appealing, user-friendly, and functional. You’ll use your skills in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to build and maintain websites.
2. Front-End Developer: Focus on the client-side of web development, working on the layout, design, and interactivity of websites. You’ll use HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React or Angular to create responsive and dynamic web pages.
3. UX/UI Designer: Specialise in user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design, creating intuitive and engaging interfaces for websites and applications. You’ll conduct user research, design wireframes and prototypes, and ensure the overall usability and accessibility of digital products.

These roles leverage the comprehensive skills and knowledge gained from the course, preparing you for a successful career in the web design and development industry.

Other important information

In the UK, the ‘Free Courses for Jobs’ initiative offers adults the opportunity to gain a Level 3 qualification for free. This programme is designed to help individuals improve their job prospects and earning potential by providing access to valuable skills and knowledge.

Eligibility:

• Age: 19 or over.
• Income: Earn below £25,000 or are unemployed.
• Qualifications: Do not already have a Level 3 qualification, or have one but earn less than the National Living Wage.