UX Classes Philadelphia

Why trust AGI for Philadelphia UX classes

AGI instructors in Philadelphia are UX experts, having worked in the UX field for more than two decades. With experience providing UX consulting and training for large technology firms such as Microsoft, major insurance companies including Aetha, and retailers like CVS. AGI instructors have extensive real-world UX experience. Additionally, AGI instructors pursue advanced professional development training in the field of UX. Our instructional team includes staff with advanced degrees in the fields of human factors, human-computer interaction, and other UX fields. Our instructors publish articles and speak regularly at national and international UX conferences. Additionally many of our staff hold the ISO standard certification for UX skills, the CPUX-F certification. AGI is the only school in North America offering preparation and training for this internationally recognized UX certification. Founded in suburban Philadelphia more than 25 years ago, AGI is a local, trusted source for UX training, certification, and courses.

Learn UX in Philadelphia with Live Instructors & In-person classes

American Graphics Institute has offered UX training in Philadelphia for more than two decades, with in-person classes led by live instructors. While remote classes are available, in-person learning is available for most regularly scheduled UX courses as well as the UX Certificate and UX Bootcamp programs. These professional development courses make it possible for individuals in Philadelphia to learn UX quickly and easily, and for corporations to provide training to teams. 

Private UX training in Philadelphia

Groups, such as companies, organizations, and departments that need live, in-person UX training in Philadelphia can come to AGI’s local Philadelphia classrooms, or have a live instructor come on-site to their company to deliver an in-person course. AGI can deliver a UX workshop that is customized to your specific needs, or the training can be delivered using standard curriculum. Scheduling for private UX training in Philadelphia can occur on specific dates that align to your schedule requirements, and the UX class time can also be adjusted to accommodate your organization's needs. Private online UX courses are also available, and can be tailored to specific requirements for scheduling and curriculum. Contact AGI to discuss options if you are interested in arranging private UX training or call (610) 228-0951.

About AGI's UX Courses in Philadelphia

For more than 25 years, American Graphics Institute has been providing UX classes and training in Philadelphia. AGI offers in-person courses at its Philadelphia classrooms, as well as live courses at client sites in Philadelphia as well as live online training accessible from anywhere. The expert instructors are highly skilled UX professionals and are also experienced educators, helping others to learn new UX skills.

The regularly scheduled public UX courses, workshops, and seminars provide hands-on learning from expert instructors. These in-person classes with a live instructor offer small group workshops that provide practical exercises and projects which help you to quickly learn UX skills. Our instructors have extensive experience with the applications they teach and in leading classes. Instructors are reviewed after each course, and undergo continual professional development and testing. Our full-time instructors pass the rigorous Certified Technical Trainer exam, and Adobe Certified Expert exams. Our instructors have delivered UX courses for many Fortune 100 companies, and have been hired by both Adobe and Microsoft to write their official training curriculum and courseware. 

Choosing the right Philadelphia UX Class

Although there are many options for learning UX, there’s a reason that American Graphics Institute is considered the top provider of UX courses for those in and near Philadelphia. This includes expert instructors with many years of practical UX experience, as well as extensive experience in teaching UX, as well as our instructors holding UX certifications.

There are UX courses of various durations, with shorter one-day and two-day programs, along with options for day and night courses. Longer-term bootcamp and certificate programs are also available for those wanting a more intensive, in-depth approach to learning new skills.

In most cases it’s best to start with a foundational, introductory UX course: UX Design Principles. Even if you have previous experience, the introductory class serves as a cornerstone. From there, you can move on to learn more advanced UX skills and concepts.

The delivery format for UX Classes and UX Courses in Philadelphia should also be considered as you decide which course to attend. Both in-person and online courses are led by a live instructor. AGI offers regularly scheduled live courses, and they are available in-person with a live instructor at AGI’s Philadelphia classrooms, or via live online classes. The online option allows you to see the instructor’s screen, ask questions, and share your screen if you need assistance. You can also retake the UX course at no cost if you need additional practice or if you don't end up using your new skills right away. All UX courses in Philadelphia are offered at regularly scheduled dates. If you prefer in-person learning, you can select a date for an in-person course, or companies can request an instructor to come on-site to your business or organization.

If you need guidance, our expert training consultants can help you choose the best UX for you, whether you are looking for a course in Philadelphia or online. Call a Philadelphia-based UX consultant at (610) 228-0951, or you can reach us on chat, and find other options to reach us:  contact AGI.

In-Person UX Classes in Philadelphia

There are many options for in-person UX courses in Philadelphia. For those looking to provide training to the employees or corporations and organizations in Philadelphia, you can hold a private class at AGI’s Philadelphia training center, or you  can have an instructor come on-site and deliver UX training at your location. 

For individuals looking for in-person UX training in Philadelphia with a live instructor in the same classroom, AGI’s state of the art classroom facility located at 8 Cabot Rd, in Woburn, MA is a perfect option. This Philadelphia area training center provides hands-on UX classes on a regular schedule, or offers private courses. 

AGI also offers live UX classes in downtown Philadelphia and on-site at offices across Massachusetts.

UX Classes Online in Philadelphia

Even those located near an AGI’s Philadelphia office can still benefit from live online courses. If you’d prefer to attend a course from your home or office in Philadelphia, most AGI classes offer live online course dates, with a dedicated cohort of online participants. Live online UX courses are interactive, with a live instructor and small group sessions, making it possible to get your questions answered in real-time, share your screen, work on projects while receiving immediate feedback on your progress.

The American Graphics Institute has set the standard for live online classes. With more than a decade of experience in offering live online UX classes, many of which are led by our Philadelphia-based instructors. AGI has developed the process, infrastructure, and methods for effective online learning that is engaging, interesting and effective. Learn through explanations, demonstrations, and class projects you complete as well as through the ability to ask questions during the live class.

AGI’s UX courses are available for introductory through advanced topics. Those new to UX can attend foundation-level courses such as UX Design Principles, which provides the essential skills along with an on-ramp for additional learning. Advanced UX courses are available for those with existing skills and experience.

Prerequisites for enrolling in Philadelphia UX courses

For the introductory UX Design Principles course, no previous experience is required. For other UX classes, knowledge of the concepts covered in the UX Design Principles course is required. If attending a UX class in AGI’s Philadelphia training center, all apps are provided. If attending online, you will need a copy of any applications used in the course. No-cost, limited-time versions of apps are generally available and can be used for most classes.

Course materials for UX classes in Philadelphia

The instructors at American Graphics Institute have authored more than 50 books on digital design, including several UX training books. Course participants receive a copy of one of our books or related course materials which are yours to keep following the class.

UX Training Courses for Philadelphia area Governments

American Graphics Institute offers UX Courses under GSA contract 47QTCA19D003Y for federal, state, and municipal governments. As a GSA contract holder, GSA pricing is available for government agencies and employees for both private and public UX training workshops. Contact an American Graphics Institute representative for additional information or to register by calling (610) 228-0951.

The Role of UX Professionals in Philadelphia

UX Professionals in Philadelphia determine how to meet the needs of users interacting with systems, including websites and apps. Learning UX teaches you to better understand user goals, prioritize needs, and define requirements. UX designers create well organized websites that allow visitors to efficiently perform tasks, or apps that are simple to use. UX designers also save businesses time and money, as the expertise in planning saves time and cost with fewer revisions. Many Philadelphia area businesses realize that there is a return on investment associated with UX design, and hire UX designers to provide a competitive advantage.

Learning UX design provides opportunities for specialized roles in UX research, prototyping, as well as general user experience design positions. With UX classes learn to efficiently create effective experiences for users of websites and apps. Find out how to make content easier to locate, understand how to effectively build navigation, and best practices for structuring and organizing content within a website or app to create exceptional user experiences.

UX Related Certificate Programs

For those looking to build a set of skills that can be useful for a career, as well as creating a portfolio of completed projects, consider the UX Certificate or the UX Certificate in Philadelphia. These in-depth certificate programs provides you with intensive coursework, in-depth projects, portfolio development, and career counseling to help build a career with UX skills. For a similarly comprehensive program without career guidance, consider the UX bootcamp program. 

UX Courses for All Ages and Skills

While most UX professional development courses are for adults, there are some related programs including the graphic design programs for high school students which may be of interest for those looking to explore a career in digital arts. These programs provide career exploration while learning the tools used by professional designers. These programs are primarily offered during the summer, with some available after school hours during the academic year.

UX Careers and Job Outlook in Philadelphia

UX is used in roles across many different industries and in a variety of job roles in Philadelphia . Creative service firms, digital agencies, and in-house marketing departments all hire skilled UX professionals. Learning UX provides a foundational skill for working in many of the careers across these organizations.

Skills with UX are easily transferable to a variety of other roles. Those with strong UX skills may consider gaining more specialized skills and working in the fields of user experience (UX) design or user interface (UI) design. Both of these are growing fields in Philadelphia  as well as nationally, with job growth of nearly 6% expected over the next decade according to both [state] and national projections. With specialized skills and higher than average growth prospects, jobs in these fields command above-average compensation.

Because UX skills are used in digital agencies, advertising, marketing, and media, they are essential for anyone wanting to work in these fields. Learning UX is an important step in working in creative roles in Philadelphia . These roles provide a solid career opportunity. Nationally UX roles are expected to grow based upon data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

UX Jobs in Philadelphia

There are many UX focused jobs in Philadelphia, with salaries ranging from $80,000 to $105,000 for mid-level UD designer roles. According to Indeed, UX jobs in Philadelphia tend to pay at the top end of the range, with salaries of $95,000.

Philadelphia area companies across many sectors, including financial services firms such as PNC Bank hire UX designers, as do tech companies with a large presence in Philadelphia Comcast, making Philadelphia a good city for finding a UX job.

UX Organizations in Philadelphia

AGI staff are members of the UX Professionals Association (UXPA) Philadelphia chapter, and regularly speak at the annual Philadelphia UX Conference and support local UX career events in Philadelphia such as portfolio reviews and interview preparation. You can find out more about the UXPA chapter and upcoming local UX events at the UXPA Philadelphia website.

Philadelphia UX classes location

Our UX classes in Philadelphia are held in our Conshohocken training center.

You can take SEPTA from Center City Philadelphia to reach our classrooms where we teach our UX Classes. Take the R6 - Norristown Line to the Conshohocken station. From the station, walk up to E. Elm Street and make a left turn, towards Fayette Street. Cross the street at the light onto W. Elm Street. Our UX courses are held in the beige and blue building on your left. Clients attending a UX Design class in Philadelphia who are visiting from outside the area can fly into Philadelphia International Airport.

Private UX Classes in Philadelphia

AGI also offers private, onsite UX training in the Philadelphia area, which can occur at your office. For details complete a custom UX Design training request form.

Philadelphia UX experts

The UX classes in Philadelphia at American Graphics Institute are led by experienced professionals with significant experience in creating and designing websites and apps. They couple their user experience background with extensive teaching backgrounds to provide for an exceptional class.