Diploma in Web Design
Course Overview
The Web Design with WordPress Diploma Program is a practical 4-month course designed to teach learners how to build, customize, and manage professional websites using WordPress. The program equips students with essential web design skills, user experience (UX) principles, and the technical know-how to create responsive and visually appealing websites without coding expertise.
Learning Objectives
- Understand Web Design Fundamentals
- Master WordPress Setup and Management
- Design Responsive Websites
- Customize Themes and Plugins
- Develop E-Commerce Websites
- Optimize Websites for Search Engines (SEO)
- Ensure Website Security and Maintenance
- Build and Present a Professional Portfolio
- Program Duration: 4 Months
- Teaching Mode: Physical
- Fee: NGN 150,000
- Schedule: Full-time (Weekdays) / Part-time (Weekends)
- Focus Area: Website Design, WordPress Customization, UX/UI, and SEO Optimization
- Tools & Plugins: WordPress, Elementor, WooCommerce, Yoast SEO, and Google Analytics
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue roles such as:
- Web Designer
- WordPress Developer
- E-Commerce Specialist
- UX/UI Designer
- Freelance Web Consultant
This course prepares learners to create visually stunning and functional websites using WordPress, ensuring they are well-equipped to excel in the rapidly growing web design industry.
Course Content
- Understanding Web Design and Development
- Web Design Principles (Usability, Accessibility, Aesthetics)
- Basic HTML & CSS
- What is WordPress?
- com vs. WordPress.org
- Setting Up a WordPress Site
- WordPress Dashboard Overview
- Posts vs. Pages
- Managing Content (Add, Edit, Delete)
- Using Categories and Tags
- Managing Comments
- Choosing and Installing Themes
- Customizing Themes Using the Customizer
- Introduction to Child Themes
- Customizing Layout and Design with Page Builders (e.g., Elementor, Beaver Builder)
- What are Plugins?
- Installing and Activating Plugins
- Essential Plugins for SEO, Security, and Performance
- Customizing Plugins
- Uploading and Managing Media Files (Images, Videos, Documents)
- Optimizing Images for Web
- Creating and Managing Galleries
- Creating and Managing Menus
- Best Practices for Website Navigation
- Custom Links and External Menus
- Understanding User Roles and Permissions
- Adding and Managing Users
- Best Practices for User Management and Security
- Basics of SEO
- Using SEO Plugins (e.g., Yoast SEO, All in One SEO)
- Creating SEO-Friendly Content
- Basic Security Practices
- Using Security Plugins
- Regular Backups and Updates
- Caching and Speed Optimization
- Image Optimization
- Database Optimization
- Introduction to WooCommerce
- Setting Up a WooCommerce Store
- Managing Products, Payments, and Shipping
- Customizing WooCommerce
- Custom Post Types and Taxonomies
- Using Custom Fields
- Integrating Third-Party Services and APIs
- Regular Updates and Maintenance Tasks
- Troubleshooting Common WordPress Issues
- Migration and Backup Strategies
- Designing and Developing a Complete WordPress Website
- Presentations and Peer Review
Web Design Career Facts
20
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Job Openings Globally
$ 3
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Revenue Yearly
$ 56
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Yearly Salary
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