
AIGA Design Leader Certification (AIGA DL)
The AIGA Professional Design Certification program represents a commitment to the design profession and to lifelong learning. This certification is geared towards professionals with at least seven years of professional design experience, who are currently in—or aspire to enter—management or leadership positions.

About the AIGA Design Leader Certificate
The AIGA-DL Certification pathway is recommended if you:
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Have 7+ years of design experience
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Currently occupy or aspire to enter a management or leadership position
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Seek to differentiate yourself in a competitive marketplace
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Wish to create accountability and professional standards for design
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Are committed to your craft and professional practice
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Desire the distinction of AIGA-DL to elevate your value with peers and clients
When clicking “Apply Now” you will be directed to the conference registration login page. The certification is a related item you must select before you check out if you wish to pursue the AIGA DL.
Next Portfolio Assessment
Spring Assessment: June 3-13, 2024
This certification allows me to showcase my skills while inspiring those behind me to lead with creativity."
Gus Salazar
Director of Graphics and Marketing for Associated Students at California State University, Los Angeles
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Price
AIGA Professional Foundations Certificate + AIGA Leading Innovation Certificate + Portfolio Assessment
AIGA member: $1389
Non member: $1859
AIGA Professional Foundations Certificate (step 1 only)
AIGA member: $579
Non member: $799
AIGA Leading Innovation Certificate (step 2 only)
AIGA member: $259
Non member: $359
Explore the AIGA-DL Certification
Commit to your practice
Apply for the AIGA Design Leader Certification today!