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About this career path

If you want to become a product designer, you need more than scattered tutorials. You need a structured path that shows you how modern product teams actually work and make decisions. This path gives you 29 units covering the skills that matter, including AI capabilities that are reshaping how designers create and iterate.

You start with design foundations and UI components. You'll see how thinking like a designer changes the way you approach problems, and why certain interface patterns feel intuitive while others confuse users. The path introduces wireframing and common design patterns early because these are the building blocks you'll use in every project. As you progress, you learn how AI fits into UX and UI design. Not as a replacement for thinking, but as a way to speed up iteration and open up new creative possibilities.

Design thinking and accessibility come next. You learn to create products that work for everyone, not just the majority. The research skills you pick up here teach you how to understand what users need before you start designing. Customer journey mapping and information architecture help you see the bigger picture. How do people move through your product? Where do they get stuck? What are they actually trying to accomplish?

Each course is built by leading industry experts who understand what companies hire for. You'll practice workshop facilitation and service design because product work is collaborative. You can't design in isolation. The modules on UX design psychology and human-centered AI show you why people behave the way they do, and how to design experiences that feel natural instead of forced. There's a focus on reducing churn too. This is something many designers overlook early on, but it matters enormously to product success and business outcomes.

Later sections cover product management for designers, the product development lifecycle, and product analytics. These help you understand how design decisions get made in real teams, and how data informs what gets built next. The project briefs throughout the path mirror actual work situations. You might design a mobile onboarding flow or build a dashboard for the health industry. These aren't simplified exercises. They're the kinds of challenges you'll face in your first role, and they become portfolio pieces that show employers how you think and solve problems.

When you finish, you'll have more than completed courses. You'll have a certification that validates your abilities and a portfolio that demonstrates your product design skills in action. Whether you're aiming for a startup or an established company, you'll know how to balance user needs with business goals, work with modern AI workflows, and ship products that actually solve problems. You'll be ready to contribute from day one.

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Earn a professional certification

Product Designer Certificate
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Demonstrate your expertise — Uxcel’s professional certifications are recognized within the industry, with over 200 organizations and 30 educational institutions certifying their employees’ and graduates’ expertise.
Official, evergreen credentials — Earned certification has its own page, unique ID, and attribution. It will automatically be displayed on your Uxcel profile, but can also be easily added to your CV, resume, website, or LinkedIn profile.
Join ranks of certified professionals — Join over 1,500 professionals and get listed in the official Uxcel’s directory of certified professionals.

Meet career path instructors

Gene Kamenez
Gene Kamenez
CEO at Uxcel
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Colin Michael Pace
Colin Michael Pace
CPO at Uxcel
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Ljubisa Kukulj
Ljubisa Kukulj
Product Designer at Mastercard
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I was amazed when I used Uxcel for the first time. The traditional e-learning platforms are tedious and boring with too much redundant information.
Uxcel has been incredibly insightful and has helped me grow as a designer. The platform is easy to use and packed with valuable information that has enhanced my skills and knowledge in UX/UI design.
I’ve used Uxcel for years, and it makes learning UX easy and fun! The visual, interactive, and gamified lessons are perfect for those who prefer less text. Whether you’re a beginner or leveling up, Uxcel has something for everyone. It’s helped me keep learning even with a busy schedule—I highly recommend it!
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FAQs

What is Uxcel's career path?
Career paths provide a structured roadmap for those who have decided on a career but don't know where to begin. The main goal of a career path is to prepare you and develop the skill set required to excel in a Product designer career. We'll guide you through all the areas of Product design and concepts you need to know to land a job. You'll be offered product design courses (and several courses to help you build cross-functional skills, like product management and AI, to work successfully as part of a modern product team), assessments, project briefs, and a professional certification exam to help you master and showcase the skills required for the role.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, upon completion of a career path with Uxcel, you will be invited to take an exam and earn a professional Product designer certification — completing which will grant you an industry-recognized, shareable professional credential that you'll be able to add to your portfolio, LinkedIn, or any other platform. In addition, all Uxcel certified professionals are listed in the official directory.

Is the Product designer career path 100% online?
Yes, the career path is completely online. You can learn and complete all the materials directly in your browser. Additionally, you will have full access to the Uxcel mobile app, which enables you to complete course material on the go! The app is available for both iOS and Android devices.

How long does it take to complete the career path?
You can complete the Product designer career path at your own pace. Students who dedicate at least 1 hour per day can complete the entire career path and the exam within 3 months.

Who is this career path for?
The Product designer career path is ideal for those who want to start their Product design career.

The career path materials are thoughtfully designed by leading industry experts to eliminate complexity and redundancy, allowing you to concentrate on learning what truly matters. We will guide you and help you acquire all the necessary skills to become a well-rounded, modern Product design professional.

How much does it cost?
While you can start the career paths for free, to complete the full curriculum and take the certification exam, you'll need an active Pro or Teams plan.

What languages is this career path available in?
All the career path materials are available in English only. However, you can use the built-in AI translate feature or Google Translate plugin to translate materials to any language.

What background knowledge is required?
You don't need any specific background knowledge to pursue this career path.

Does the career path include live sessions with mentors?
Not at the moment. However, you can participate in project briefs and submit your work to receive feedback from our mentors. You're also welcome to join our Discord community, where you can discuss topics with peers, connect with mentors, and book live sessions. We also host regular live events with industry-leading experts—check out all the upcoming events.

Does Uxcel support or provide graduates with a job guarantee?
While Uxcel does not offer a job guarantee, we do provide support to learners in preparing them to present themselves more effectively to potential employers.

By creating a free professional profile, completing portfolio projects, and obtaining a reputable Uxcel Product Designer certification, you will have a strong foundation for a successful job search.

In addition, Uxcel offers a free job board specifically focused on remote jobs worldwide.