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Web Builder

Build a WordPress website using Elementor page builder. Need a website for school, personal use, or your business? In this microcredential you'll learn about types of websites, how to identify a good website from a bad one. You'll create web pages and navigation, add images and a contact form, and learn the basics of accessibility and SEO.
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Quick Facts about this Microcredential

What You’ll Learn

  • How to create a plan, site map, and wireframe for a website
  • The effective use of colors, fonts, and images and how to create a style tile
  • How to set up web hosting, and install WordPress, the Elementor page builder plugin, and a theme
  • How to set up global styles, logo and navigation, and use of images
  • How to build your website using the Elementor plugin and WordPress
  • Tips for how to test your site before launching and how to maintain your site
  • Development of Critical Thinking and Written Communication competencies

Things to Know

  • This microcredential requires a purchase of web hosting (about $45 per year depending on host) but there is a free hosting solution for those not planning on building a site they want to keep.
  • This microcredential requires the purchase of a domain name (about $10 or free depending on web host)
  • Knowledge of optimizing images in Photoshop is helpful
  • Good for those wanting to build a WordPress site for personal or business use
  • This microcredential is part of the Web Presence Fundamentals Microcertificate

What You’ll Earn

Those completing the microcredential with an 80% or above will receive a portable digital badge that can be shared with employers or online on sites such as LinkedIn
Digital portable badge for Austin Community College District's Digital Fluency and Innovation Web Builder microcredential

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Microcredentials are a new way of learning at ACC

Fast

Unlike a traditional college course, the microcredentials are bite-sized, taking 5 weeks or less to complete

Free

Enrollment is free to current ACC students (some microcredentials may require an additional purchase*)

Supportive

A dedicated Digital Navigator will grade your work, provide helpful feedback, and answer questions

Flexible

Learn on your own schedule with these microcredentials, and go as fast as you are able to master the content

* Check the Quick Facts section for details

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