Graduates from Vocational programs during April and May 2021
Graduates Embrace Creative Careers after Vocational Certificate Programs
A group of talented individuals recently graduated from Vocational Certificate Programs at an esteemed institution, ready to embark on exciting creative and technical career paths.
Among the graduates are Alex Suarez, who earned a Multimedia Arts Professional Certificate, and Destiny Hargrove, who received a Digital Arts Professional Certificate. Courtney Williams, Jennifer Schonborn, Christine Lee, and Christina Brannon also earned Multimedia Arts Professional Certificates, while Francine Peron, Chau Ngo, and Leigh-Ann Reyes received Digital Arts Professional Certificates. Laura Kitchen and Melaina Smith earned Marketing Design Professional Certificates, and Michael Simpson received a Fine Arts Certificate.
Neil Gaiman, a renowned author and creative visionary, offered words of encouragement to the graduates: "Now go, and make interesting mistakes." Gaiman's inspiring quote served as a reminder that the journey towards success is often marked by mistakes, but these can lead to valuable lessons and growth.
The institution's Vocational Certificate Programs are designed to equip students with the practical skills needed to excel in various creative and technical fields. These programs foster hands-on learning through externships and partnerships with local businesses, allowing students to gain real-world experience and build professional networks.
Graduates from these programs often pursue careers in web development, drafting and design, and information technology. Web developers, such as Shae Pipkin, who earned a Web Design Professional Certificate, are responsible for designing and creating websites. Drafters and designers, like Rachel Acord and Kyra Johnson, who both earned Graphic Design Professional Certificates, produce technical drawings and blueprints that combine technical precision with creative design. IT and software roles, including those held by Anthony Martinez and Noah Pitts, who both earned Graphic Design Professional Certificates, require problem-solving and innovative thinking.
Vocational programs also prepare graduates for creative roles in business administration, construction management, and skilled trades. These programs emphasize shorter, focused training with immediate entry into the workforce and often include real-world externships for experience.
As the graduates prepare to embark on their careers, they are encouraged to pursue creative roles that combine technical know-how with design, problem-solving, and innovation skills. The institution extends its warmest wishes for success to all the graduates.
For those interested in pursuing a Vocational Certificate Program, information on admissions is available. The institution's latest catalog can be requested, and queries can be directed to the admissions office.
Neil Gaiman's words of wisdom echoed throughout the graduation ceremony: "make amazing mistakes," "break rules," and "make glorious and fantastic mistakes." These words serve as a reminder that the journey towards success is not always straightforward, but it is filled with opportunities for growth and innovation.
[1] Web Development Career Guide
[2] Careers in Digital Arts and Design
[3] The Value of Externships
[4] The Importance of Hands-On Learning
[1] Alex Suarez, with a Multimedia Arts Professional Certificate, and Francine Peron, who received a Digital Arts Professional Certificate, are now ready to pursue careers in web development, having gained the necessary graphic design skills during their Vocational Certificate Programs.
[2] Graduates like Melaina Smith, who earned a Marketing Design Professional Certificate, and Destiny Hargrove, who received a Digital Arts Professional Certificate, may find their talents in the lifestyle sector, leveraging their education-and-self-development to create visually captivating designs appealing to today's consumers.
