Introduction to UX and user centred design for beginners

Are you considering a career in UX but are not exactly sure what a UX designer does? Maybe you are lacking the confidence and not sure you have what it takes? Did you know, you quite possibly have relevant skills, experience and personal attributes that can be leveraged?

I run PeakXD, one of Australia's most established UX agencies and I have trained over 4,000 students over 20 years in the field of UX, CX and Service design.

In this free course, I will address many of the common questions I get asked by people considering a career or learning UX.

• What actually is UX design?

• What is the difference between UX, CX, EX, UCD, and are UI and UX the same?

• ​What does a user-centred design process look like?

• What does a typical day look like for a UX designer?

• What are the different job roles and areas of speciality in UX?

• Do you need to be able to code or have a design background to work as a UX designer?

• What are the personal attributes that make a good UX designer?

• How can I leverage existing employment experience if I'm side-stepping into a UX career?

• What is the best way to learn UX, and what are the different types of certification available?

• How can I gain UX experience?

• What do I need to consider when creating a UX portfolio?

• What are employers really looking for when hiring?

• What are the secrets to unlocking the hidden job market and getting a job without 3 years of experience?

• How do I sell the benefits of UX design to my organisation and engage my stakeholders?

• How can I build my confidence and stop feeling like an imposter?

I have personally helped people from all walks of life launch a successful career in UX, from physiotherapists and payroll clerks, through to visual designers seeking to create more engaging customer experiences.

What have you got to lose?  Let me help you decide if a career in UX design is right for you!