Best Design Classes Cleveland, OH: Find Courses & Onsite Training

Top Cleveland Design Courses

Find the perfect Design class for you in Cleveland. We’ve found 23 courses available in-person or live online with class duration ranging from 2 days to 132 hours and pricing ranging from $790 to $3,995.

Cleveland Design Courses by School

Here are some of the top Cleveland schools offering Design training, including ONLC Training Centers (7 courses), New Horizons (6 courses), and Certstaffix Training (5 courses). We’ve also included 1 school that offer live online courses you can take from anywhere, including Cleveland.

Noble Desktop
Locations:
- NYC
- Live Online
Founded in 1990, Noble Desktop offers part-time and full-immersion courses on anything you can think of from design and coding to business. Located in New York City and providing courses both online and in-person, Noble Desktop prides itself on accommodating dynamic courses and bootcamps with hands-on learning, time-tested curriculums, and education from top industry experts.
Noble Desktop’s Top Live Online Design Courses
- Web Design Certificate
  - See provider
  - $3,800
  In this certificate program, participants will learn the skills needed to become a website designer and front-end web developer. Students will learn to build webpages with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript as well as how to design webpages with Figma. Participants will learn developer tools such as Git to collaborate with developers, modern web technologies such as Flexbox, Grid, and Bootstrap to efficiently create responsive websites, WordPress to create websites and blogs, and the creation of marketing emails with HTML & CSS. Attendees will learn the skills needed to start a career in web design. The program includes a free retake and each course includes a step-by-step workbook.
- Graphic Design Certificate
  - 84 Hours
  - $2,995
  In this certificate program, participants will learn the skills needed to become a graphic designer. Attendees start by learning industry-standard apps such as Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. Students then learn and put into practice design fundamentals such as design theory, composition, typography, color, and more. During the program, students will work on multiple design projects including logos, social media graphics, album art, advertisements, and more. Attendees will learn the skills needed to start a career as a graphic designer and walk away with projects they can use in a portfolio to show prospective employers or clients. The program includes a free retake and several step-by-step workbooks.
- UI Design Certificate
  - 120 Hours
  - $3,995
  In this certificate program, participants will learn the skills needed to become a well rounded digital designer, capable of designing websites, logos, social media graphics, and more. Attendees start by learning industry-standard apps such as Sketch, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Students then learn and implement design fundamentals such as design theory, composition, typography, color, web design standards, and more. Attendees will learn the skills needed to start a career as a visual designer and walk away with projects they can use in a portfolio to show prospective employers or clients. The program includes a free retake and several step-by-step workbooks.
- UX & UI Design Certificate
  - 132 Hours
  - $3,495
  Learn the essentials of engaging with the user, concept development, and prototyping for an optimal user outcome. Students develop the ability to analyze and share results with a real-world client in a customer-centered approach. Through the use of stunning designs created in Figma and Adobe XD, participants develop the finely tuned nuances of UX/UI.
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ONLC Training Centers

Cleveland location: 815 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114 US

ONLC has over 300 training sites and offers courses and certificates in many areas including desktop applications like Adobe, Microsoft Technical like Visual Studio, Server and Security, and Process and Programming like Java and Web Development.
ONLC’s Top Cleveland Design Courses
- Adobe CC Graphic Design Bootcamp
  - 5 Days
  - $1,995
  Adobe CC Graphic Design Bootcamp is a 5-day course that allows students to master the core skills needed to work in Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. The curriculum is designed for beginners and will cover the fundamentals of Creative Cloud and how to utilize the Creative Cloud panel to later excel with more advanced content.
- Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 1
  - 2 Days
  - $795
  This introductory Photoshop course is meant to get students comfortable in the Photoshop interface while exercising new core skills in the process. Students can further their journey in mastering Photoshop by being introduced to selection tools, layering, and how to edit masks and channels. This course can help anyone strengthen their core skills and learn retouching, resolution, cropping, and adjusting color and tone.
- Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 2
  - 3 Days
  - $1,195
  This 2-day advanced Photoshop course is an builds off the beginner course and has students learning real-world 'tips and tricks.' Students will dive into more advanced concepts inspired by the Level 1 course to continue to build up their Photoshop skills.
- Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1
  - 2 Days
  - $795
  This 2-day beginner class in Adobe Illustrator kicks off the course by thoroughly reviewing the illustrator interface and then merging into teaching new skills that can be found behind more complex drawings. Students will discover the skills behind using tools, panels, customizing and saving workspaces, setting up and saving document presets, using multiple artboards, and navigating the different elements when creating illustrations. The lessons are created to teach you the basics behind Adobe Illustrator and prepare you for more advanced content.
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New Horizons

Cleveland location: 4500 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH, 44131 US

Offering on-site training all over the world and online, New Horizons is a computer learning center. New Horizons offers training for top technology providers like Adobe, Citrix, and Microsoft.
New Horizons’s Top Cleveland Design Courses
- Adobe Photoshop CC - Part 1
  - 2 Days
  - $790
  This 2-day course teaches the basic features and functions of Adobe Photoshop CC. Students will learn how to create, modify and edit basic images. More advanced topic include using camera raw, adjusting layers, and using image refinement techniques. Finally, students will learn how to organize their assets using Adobe Bridge.
- Adobe Photoshop CC - Part 2
  - 2 Days
  - $790
  This 2-day course on Adobe Photoshop CC builds on the first course and introduces students to more advanced capabilities. Students will learn how to create raster images, apply vector image tools and advanced layer techniques, and edit videos. Because project management is also important, this course will also teach students how to define the audience and purpose of a project, avoid problems with copyright infringement, and manage tasks and responsibilities.
- Adobe InDesign CC - Part 1
  - 2 Days
  - $790
  In this 2-day course, students will get a comprehensive introduction to Adobe InDesign CC. Beginning with the user interface and navigation controls, students will then learn how to design their first document. Students will also practice adding text and graphics, formatting characters, paragraphs, and colors, and work with page elements such as layers and objects. The final lesson involves the export of InDesign files for delivery.
- Adobe InDesign CC - Part 2
  - 2 Days
  - $790
  This 2-day course expands on the foundations of Adobe InDesign, teaching students more advanced skills. Students will learn how to prepare documents for different layout versions, manage libraries, anchor objects, and create dynamic documents. They will be able to manage long documents such as books, including building a table of contents, an index and system of footnotes.
See all New Horizons’s Courses
Certstaffix Training

Cleveland location: 2460 Fairmount Blvd, Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118 US

Certstaffix offers live online classes and group training onsite for corporate entities all over the U.S. They provide courses in End-user/Desktop, IT Pro Skills, Online Marketing, Business Skills, and Programming/Development.
Certstaffix’s Top Cleveland Design Courses
- Adobe After Effects CC (2020)
  - 3 Days
  - $1,330
  This is a 3-day course that gives students foundational skills in Adobe After Effects. Students will learn how to animate text and images, create motion graphics, and develop 3D content. Students will also have an opportunity to practice working with masks, adding lens flares, using puppet tools, and employing advanced editing techniques.
- Adobe Illustrator CC (2020)
  - 3 Days
  - $1,330
  This introductory course to Adobe Illustrator uses 15 project-based lessons to teach the fundamentals of this tool. Students will learn how to use the Essentials workspace to navigate the Illustrator workflow. During this 3-day program, students will also learn how to use Illustrator’s tools to edit and combine shapes, create graphics for everything from websites to t-shirts, and develop web content.
- Adobe InDesign CC (2020)
  - 3 Days
  - $1,330
  This 3-day course teaches the fundamentals of Adobe InDesign. Students will learn how to work with colors, objects, styles, and typography to develop designs for publishing. Completing 15 projects in this course will allow students to practice creating rich layouts and interactive .pdf forms. While intended for beginners, advanced users are also encouraged to take the course to expand their skills.
- Adobe Photoshop CC (2020)
  - 3 Days
  - $1,330
  This is an introductory course to Adobe Photoshop. This 3-day program teaches fundamentals of Photoshop, including techniques for compositing video, editing photos, printing 3D files, painting with the mixer brush, and producing vectors. Students will also learn how to use the new Frame and Content-Aware Fill tools to simplify the video and photo editing process.
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Cleveland Design
Corporate & Onsite Training

Upskill or reskill your workforce with our industry-leading corporate and onsite Design training programs. Conduct the training onsite at your location or live online from anywhere. You can also purchase vouchers for our public enrollment Design courses.

Which Cleveland Design Class is Right for Me?

You have several options when it comes to learning Design, so we’ve chosen 18 of the best Cleveland courses from the top 4 training providers to help you make your decision. But even so, with the variety of considerations including cost, duration, course format, starting level, and more, choosing the perfect course still isn’t that easy.

Here are the key questions you should ask yourself before enrolling in a Design course. We hope you’ll find the best option based on your learning preferences and goals.

What level should I start at?

Enrolling in the right skill level is pivotal. Skipping over prerequisites can leave you confused, while choosing a course too easy will waste your time and tuition dollars.

Beginner Courses

If you’re new to Design, there’s no need to fear. We’ve found 15 beginner courses, with costs ranging from $790 to $1,995. The top options open to beginners include:

Adobe CC Graphic Design Bootcamp @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,995 | 5 Days)
In-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days)
In-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days)
In-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days)
In-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe After Effects CC (2020) @ Certstaffix Training ($1,330 | 3 Days)
In-person in Cleveland Heights or live online

Note that beginner courses still typically assume basic proficiency with computers.

Intermediate & Advanced Courses

Already comfortable with the basics of Design and feel ready to move to an intermediate or advanced class? Consider the following courses which all require some prerequisite knowledge:

Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days)
In-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days)
In-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days)
In-person in Cleveland or live online

Which class format (in-person or live online) works best for me?

In Cleveland, you can choose to attend Design courses in-person or live online. Additionally, some providers like ONLC and Certstaffix offer live online training with the option to use a computer lab in Cleveland.

In-Person in Cleveland

If you prefer to learn Design face-to-face with your instructor, you have two schools to choose from in the Cleveland area:

New Horizons located at 4500 Rockside Rd in Independence, OH. We found six Design courses with prices ranging from $790 and class duration ranging from 2 days.

Please note that due to COVID-19 some providers are temporarily offering online training only. Check with each provider for the latest status on a school’s in-person reopening plans.

Live Online Training from Anywhere

Live Online training is synchronous training where participants and the instructor attend remotely. Participants learn and interact with the instructor in real-time and can ask questions and receive feedback throughout the course. Instructors can remote into students’ computers (with prior permission) to assist with class exercises and any technical issues. The courses are hands-on and interactive like in-person training.

You can attend the course from your own home or office. This option works best for those without easy access to a nearby facility, and it has become increasingly popular during COVID-19. Here are 7 of the best live online Design classes we found:

Adobe CC Graphic Design Bootcamp @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,995 | 5 Days | beginner)
Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days | beginner)
Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days | advanced)
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days | beginner)
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days | advanced)
Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days | beginner)
Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days | intermediate)

“Remote Instructor” Training

In Cleveland, you can attend Design courses live online and use the computer lab ONLC or Certstaffix at your option. In this “remote instructor” training, the instructor is not present in the same room as the students, but the training is still synchronous. Here are some “remote instructor” options in Cleveland:

ONLC Training Centers: Computer lab at 815 Superior Ave in Cleveland, OH
- Adobe CC Graphic Design Bootcamp ($1,995 for 5 Days)
- Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 1 ($795 for 2 Days)
- Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 2 ($1,195 for 3 Days)
- Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1 ($795 for 2 Days)
- Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 2 ($1,195 for 3 Days)
Certstaffix Training: Computer lab at 2460 Fairmount Blvd in Cleveland Heights, OH
- Adobe After Effects CC (2020) ($1,330 for 3 Days)
- Adobe Illustrator CC (2020) ($1,330 for 3 Days)
- Adobe InDesign CC (2020) ($1,330 for 3 Days)
- Adobe Photoshop CC (2020) ($1,330 for 3 Days)
- Adobe Premiere Pro CC (2020) ($1,330 for 3 Days)

When are Design classes available?

It’s crucial to find a course that fits your schedule. For in-person training in Cleveland, the Design courses we found (shown above) are only available weekdays. For those with busy schedules looking for evening or weekend courses, these live online options offer flexibility:

Adobe CC Graphic Design Bootcamp @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,995 | 5 Days)
This course is also available online
Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days)
This course is also available online
Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days)
This course is also available online
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days)
This course is also available online
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days)
This course is also available online

Due to changing schedules and uncertainty during COVID-19, we recommend that prospective students confirm course availability directly with the school.

What should I learn in Design?

With Design encompassing so many verticals and subtopics, it could be challenging to find what you’re looking for. We’ll help you break down the subcategories and related topics (see the Design topics section) to focus directly on one of the subcategories.

When learning Design, you can attend a course or program that dives comprehensively into Design or focuses on a particular topic, including Graphic Design, Web Design, or UX Design.

Focus on a Specific Subtopic within Design

Within Design, you can focus your learning on a specific topic, including Graphic Design, Web Design, UX Design, Video Editing, and Motion Graphics. Each one of these topics will directly enhance, supplement, or support your learning in Design. To see how each topic relates to Design and to focus your learning on any subcategory, see the subtopics section above.

For a quick overview, here are some popular classes:

Learn Graphic Design with Adobe CC Graphic Design Bootcamp @ ONLC Training Centers.
The course costs $1,995 and is available both in-person in Cleveland or live online
Learn Photoshop with Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers.
The course costs $795 and is available both in-person in Cleveland or live online
Learn InDesign with Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers.
The course costs $795 and is available both in-person in Cleveland or live online
Learn Illustrator with Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers.
The course costs $795 and is available both in-person in Cleveland or live online
Learn After Effects with Adobe After Effects CC (2020) @ Certstaffix Training.
The course costs $1,330 and is available both in-person in Cleveland or live online
Learn Premiere Pro with Adobe Premiere Pro CC (2020) @ Certstaffix Training.
The course costs $1,330 and is available both in-person in Cleveland or live online

What type of learner am I?

When learning Design, there are a variety of learning goals you can achieve, including learning Design comprehensively, getting started, or adding to existing skills.

To find the perfect fit for you, it’s important to determine what your training goals are. Here is a breakdown of the variety of courses and learners.

Comprehensive Learner

For those who are committed to comprehensively understand Design and ready to spend 3 days to 5 days to master Design, these classes will help achieve that goal. With prices ranging from $1,330 to $1,995, there is a financial commitment, but learning these skills can have a tremendous impact on job performance and earnings potential.

Adobe CC Graphic Design Bootcamp @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,995 | 5 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Illustrator CC (2020) @ Certstaffix Training ($1,330 | 3 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe InDesign CC (2020) @ Certstaffix Training ($1,330 | 3 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Photoshop CC (2020) @ Certstaffix Training ($1,330 | 3 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Premiere Pro CC (2020) @ Certstaffix Training ($1,330 | 3 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online

Committed to Getting Started

If you know you need to get started in Design but you’re not quite committed to learning it comprehensively, these courses will get you started with hands-on skills you can use right away. Many schools offer the ability to continue learning with intermediate-to-advanced courses, and some offer package discounts. All these courses are open to beginners.

Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 1 @ ONLC Training Centers ($795 | 2 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe After Effects CC (2020) @ Certstaffix Training ($1,330 | 3 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Photoshop CC - Part 1 @ New Horizons ($790 | 2 Days) available in-person in Cleveland
Adobe InDesign CC - Part 1 @ New Horizons ($790 | 2 Days) available in-person in Cleveland

Skill-Advancer

For those with some familiarity with Design looking to advance or add to their skills, these courses provide those with experience the perfect opportunity to skill-up. All these courses require prerequisite knowledge, and we’ve included a brief note for many of them, but you should check with the school for more details on the entry requirements.

Adobe Photoshop Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Illustrator Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe InDesign Core Skills: Level 2 @ ONLC Training Centers ($1,195 | 3 Days) available in-person in Cleveland or live online
Adobe Photoshop CC - Part 2 @ New Horizons ($790 | 2 Days) available in-person in Cleveland
Adobe InDesign CC - Part 2 @ New Horizons ($790 | 2 Days) available in-person in Cleveland
Adobe Illustrator CC - Part 2 @ New Horizons ($790 | 2 Days) available in-person in Cleveland

How much does Cleveland Design training cost?

Pricing for Design training varies by school, duration, method of delivery, and several other factors.

For group classes, in-person training in Cleveland ranges from $61/hour to $68/hour, and live online training ranges from $1/hour to $334/hr.

See the Design pricing analysis section to compare course fees.

For Design corporate and on-site training, contact us at (212) 226-4149 or hello@nobledesktop.com to receive a quote and free consultation. We can customize the curriculum to meet the needs of your team.

Design Training Pricing Analysis

See the tuition comparison below to compare Design courses by cost per training hour.* For private tutoring or corporate training (onsite or virtual), contact us at hello@nobledesktop.com for a quote.

UX Design Immersive @ General Assembly

Live online from anywhere

$57/hr $16,450 288 hours
Visual Design Course @ General Assembly

Live online from anywhere

$58/hr $3,500 60 hours
Adobe Photoshop CC - Part 1 @ New Horizons

In-person in Independence

$61/hr $790 13 hours
Adobe Photoshop CC - Part 2 @ New Horizons

In-person in Independence

$61/hr $790 13 hours
Adobe InDesign CC - Part 1 @ New Horizons

In-person in Independence

$61/hr $790 13 hours

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Disclaimer & Notes: Hourly rates are estimates only. Courses are not available on an hourly basis. Several other factors that contribute to pricing (such as job support and free retakes) are not factored into pricing per hour. 1 day is estimated to have 6.5 hours of training; 1 week is estimated at 35 hours; and 1 month is estimated at 150 hours. Actual hours will vary by school. Course pricing is subject to change without notice, certain discounts may not be included, and pricing may vary by location.

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Which Cleveland Design Class is Right for Me?

What level should I start at?

Beginner Courses

Intermediate & Advanced Courses

Which class format (in-person or live online) works best for me?

In-Person in Cleveland

Live Online Training from Anywhere

“Remote Instructor” Training

When are Design classes available?

What should I learn in Design?

Focus on a Specific Subtopic within Design

What type of learner am I?

Comprehensive Learner

Committed to Getting Started

Skill-Advancer

How much does Cleveland Design training cost?

Design Training Pricing Analysis

UX Design Immersive @ General Assembly

Visual Design Course @ General Assembly

Adobe Photoshop CC - Part 1 @ New Horizons

Adobe Photoshop CC - Part 2 @ New Horizons

Adobe InDesign CC - Part 1 @ New Horizons

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