App design courses can help you learn user interface design, prototyping, usability testing, and interaction design principles. You can build skills in creating wireframes, conducting user research, and implementing design feedback effectively. Many courses introduce tools like Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD, that support creating visually appealing and functional app layouts. You’ll also explore design systems and accessibility standards to ensure your apps are user-friendly and inclusive.

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Application Security, Encryption, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Encryption Standard, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Email Security, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Key Management, Application Development, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Algorithms, Data Integrity
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Event Marketing, Marketing Design, Canva (Software), Marketing Materials, A/B Testing, Campaign Planning, Promotional Materials, Promotions and Campaigns, Design Strategies, Campaign Management, Logo Design, Data-Driven Marketing, Email Marketing, Cross-Channel Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Campaigns, Branding, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Experience Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Gemini, Google Gemini, Cloud Development, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, AI Integrations, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud API, LLM Application
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Style Guides, Art History, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Layout Design, Visual Design, Logo Design, Design Reviews, Research and Design, Creative Design, Design Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Persona (User Experience), Agile Product Development, Design Thinking, Agile Methodology, Product Development, Team Oriented, User Research, Persona Development, Usability Testing, User Feedback, User Centered Design, Value Propositions, Innovation, Interviewing Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Research, Design Thinking, Design Research, Prototyping, Qualitative Research, Innovation, User Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Empathy, Diversity Awareness, Ideation, Creativity, Product Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Key Management, Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Security Management, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Email Security, Data Integrity, Authentications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, GIS Software, Data Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Metadata Management, Quantitative Research, Data Literacy, Spatial Analysis, Typography, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Data Import/Export, File Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Code Review, Software Development Tools, Test Automation, Test Script Development, Software Documentation, Maintainability, Application Development, Generative AI, AI Integrations, Software Development, Computer Programming Tools, Software Technical Review, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Javascript, ChatGPT, GitHub
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Coursera
Skills you'll gain: AI Security, USB, Threat Modeling, Hardware Design, Model Deployment, Electronic Hardware, CI/CD, Security Engineering, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Routing Protocols, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Schematic Diagrams, Drafting and Engineering Design, Digital Communications, Verification And Validation, Differential Equations, Business Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Design Elements And Principles, Design Strategies, English Language, Language Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Case Studies, Brand Loyalty, Customer Relationship Building, Customer experience improvement, Customer Analysis, Customer Retention, Customer Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Analysis, Auditing, Market Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks