Website Designer Courses
A Website Designer develops websites by combining images, text, and graphics, collaborating with clients and IT professionals to meet specific needs.
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How do I become a Website Designer
Get qualified to work as a Website Designer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
ICT40120
Duration
6 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Become a professional web developer with the ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to design a range of web layouts then transfer the content to client websites. The course also covers essential programming, SEO, web hosting, and creating markup language documents.
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Duration
6 months - 24 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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ICT40120
The Certificate IV in Information Technology (Front-End Web Design) is ideal for those interested in a career designing engaging websites that drive revenue for modern, digital businesses.
Whether you are new to web design and want to learn this in-demand skill, or if you want to complement your existing web development experience with design skills, this course will prepare you to design and create cutting edge web designs for new and established businesses that need to attract customers online. You will...
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ICT30120
Duration
6 months - 12 months
Study mode
On Campus, Online
Learn Web Development for work or personal interest with the ICT30120 Certificate III in Information Technology (Web Development). This nationally recognised qualification provides a holistic introduction to the ICT career path and web development skill set. During your studies you’ll be learning to build simple web pages and producing digital images for web applications. The course also covers: social media, CSS markup language, introductory programming techniques, working with clients and IT co-workers,...
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Duration
6 months - 12 months
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On Campus, Online
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ICT50615
The Diploma of Website Development provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to design, build and manage websites as an independent web developer or as part of a team. Students will learn to verify client business requirements, develop and design a website including complex web-page layouts and integrating databases and web-based programs.
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How much does a Website Designer earn?
In Australia, a full time Website Designer generally earns $1,425 per week ($74,100 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Website Designer?
The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly in recent years. There are currently 8,600 Website Designers in Australia compared to 7,100 five years ago. Website Designers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Website Designer?
If you’re planning to become a Website Designer, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Website Development. This course will give you the skills to design, build and manage websites using complex webpage layouts and integrating databases and web-based programs. You could also consider a Diploma of Digital Media Technologies or a Diploma of Graphic Design.
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A Website Designer creates websites which may include images, text, graphics and interactive abilities. You’ll prepare websites for a range of purposes from providing information to attracting customers. Website Designers liaise with clients to determine their needs and collaborate with other IT colleagues to develop the finished site. You may also need to work with other professionals such as graphic designers or copywriters.
Website Designers need to be able to communicate well with clients and understand their needs. You’ll also need to be able to work well as part of a team. Website Designers should be skilled in a range of design and programming software. It’s important that you are creative and can come up with unique design ideas. You’ll often be working to a deadline so time management is crucial.
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