Equinet Academy

Certified UX Designer (CUXD)

Design User Experiences That Transform, Engage, and Convert

Programme Overview

Great design is more than aesthetics; it’s about creating seamless, intuitive experiences that solve user problems and drive business results.

Our Certified UX Designer Programme equips you with the essential skills, tools, and strategies to design digital products that users love and companies rely on. From design fundamentals and Figma mastery to advanced UX/UI techniques and a capstone project, this programme prepares you to step confidently into a UX/UI design career.

No coding required. Just practical, step-by-step training that transforms your creativity into real-world design expertise.

Programme Highlights

Learn from UX/UI experts: Trainers with years of design, product, and startup experience.
Practical, hands-on training: Apply what you learn through real projects and exercises.
Latest industry tools: Master Figma, design systems, and usability testing frameworks.
Career-ready capstone (optional): Graduate with a professional portfolio project.
Flexible learning path: Take modules individually or complete the full certification track.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the programme, you will be able to:

Conduct user research, create personas, and design user journeys.
Build wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity user interfaces.
Apply usability principles and conversion-focused design strategies.
Master Figma for collaboration, prototyping, and design systems.
Present a professional UX/UI project that demonstrates end-to-end design thinking.

Who Should Enrol in This Programme?

This certification programme is perfect for:

Aspiring UX/UI designers looking to build job-ready skills.
Graphic designers transitioning into product and digital design.
Product managers and marketers who want to enhance their UX knowledge.
Entrepreneurs and founders aiming to improve their digital product experiences.

Certification Track

Candidates who have demonstrated competency in the programme will attain WSQ Statement of Attainments (SOAs) awarded by SkillsFuture Singapore and the Certified UX Designer (CUXD) certificate issued by Equinet Academy.

Programme Modules

User Experience & User Interface (UX/UI) Design Essentials

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Topics Covered:

UX principles and user-centered design thinking
User research, personas, and journey mapping
Information architecture and wireframing
UI fundamentals: layout, visual hierarchy, typography, and colour theory

Learning Outcome:
By the end of this programme, you will be able to design user journeys and interfaces grounded in research and usability, translating insights into wireframes and prototypes that form the foundation of effective digital products.

User Interface (UI) Design

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Topics Covered:

Advanced UI design principles and design systems
Responsive web and mobile interface design
Accessibility and inclusive design practices
Visual design refinement and interaction patterns

Learning Outcome:
By the end of this programme, you will be able to design professional-grade, responsive, and accessible user interfaces that are consistent, visually compelling, and aligned with modern usability standards.

What The Figma (WTF)

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Topics Covered:

Figma workspace setup and design workflows
Wireframing, prototyping, and collaborative design
Using plugins, widgets, and advanced Figma features
Creating and maintaining scalable design systems

Learning Outcome:
By the end of this programme, you will be able to use Figma as a full-stack design tool — from wireframes to interactive prototypes — collaborating efficiently and applying design systems for consistency across projects.

Advanced UX/UI Design

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Topics Covered:

Usability testing methods and heuristic evaluation
Advanced prototyping, animation, and micro-interactions
Conversion-focused UX strategies and CRO principles
Design optimisation using analytics and feedback loops

Learning Outcome:
By the end of this programme, you will be able to apply advanced UX and UI techniques to evaluate, refine, and optimise digital products, creating interfaces that not only engage users but also achieve measurable business results.

Meet Your Trainers

Expert Guidance from Industry Practitioners

Our trainers bring years of hands-on UX/UI design, product development, and industry experience to ensure you gain practical skills that can be applied immediately. They are passionate educators dedicated to helping you achieve success in user experience design, interface design, and digital product optimisation.

Jeremiah Maximus Lim

Founder of UNGRUMP.CO Digital Marketing Agency
10+ Years of Industry Experience
Certified Adult Educator with WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP)

Louis Lam

UX Designer with 8+ Years of Cross-Sector Experience
Former UX Designer at GovTech and Hatch
Experienced in Both Public and Private Sector Projectsd

Marc Chitran

Experienced Product Designer
10+ Years of Cross-Disciplinary Design Expertise
Key Product Designer Behind Award-Winning Software & eCommerce Launches

Ian Chia

8+ Years of Experience in UX/UI Design & Visual Design Across SaaS platforms & E-commerce
Experience Design Manager at SimplifyNext, Driving GenAI Automation & Enterprise Innovation
Visual Branding & Design Consultant for clients such as JTB, Addcel & Mothership

Programme Fees

Module 1: User Experience & User Interface (UX/UI) Design Essentials
Course Fee: S$499.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies: From S$149.70 (inclusive of 9% GST)

Module 2: User Interface (UI) Design
Course Fee: S$990.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies: From S$297.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)

Module 3: What The Figma (WTF)
Course Fee: S$990.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies: From S$297.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)

Module 4: Advanced UX/UI Design
Course Fee: S$990.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies: From S$297.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)

Certified UX Designer (CUXD) Programme
Nett Programme Fee: S$3,469.00 (inclusive of 9% GST)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long does the programme take?

The full Certified UX Designer (CUXD) Programme can typically be completed within 1 month of full-time study, depending on your schedule. You may also choose to take individual modules at your own pace for greater flexibility.

Do I need prior experience to enrol?

No prior design or coding experience is required. The programme is structured to support complete beginners as well as professionals who want to upskill and deepen their UX/UI expertise.

Can I take the modules individually?

Yes. Each module can be taken on its own if you prefer to focus on a specific area such as Figma, UI design, or advanced UX techniques. Completing all modules, excluding the Capstone, leads to the Certified UX Designer (CUXD) credential.

What kind of support will I receive after completing the programme?

You will have access to lifetime learning resources, complimentary refresher sessions, and post-course mentoring to help guide your career or project goals. You’ll also join an exclusive alumni community where you can continue to learn, collaborate, and network with trainers and fellow professionals.

If I have any questions after the course, can I consult the trainer?

Yes. You may contact your trainer after the course for continued guidance. In addition, you’ll gain access to post-course mentoring, the Equinet Academy Insider Community where you can connect with peers and industry experts, and live Ask Me Anything sessions where subject matter experts provide advice and solutions to real-world challenges.