About this course
Start with the big picture
Welcome to Website Design. You will learn how to set up and customize a website using WordPress or Wix, add pages and a blog, and apply basic search settings. You do not need to code. The worksheets walk you through building a simple site for a small business, so you finish with a project you can show.
You will be able to
- Build attractive websites for a person, business or organization
- Know what tools exist for web development that do not require coding
Curriculum
2 modules, 10 lessons
Every lesson has four short parts: Learn the idea, see it in action, study an example, then apply it with a printable worksheet.
Module 1 WordPress 5 lessons
WordPress is the most popular website platform in the world. Learn everything you need to know about creating an effective WordPress website for your business.
Module 2 Wix 5 lessons
Wix is a cloud-based platform that makes it easy to create stunning websites. Learn how to use Wix to build full-featured sites for your business.
What you finish with
Take it with you
Free playbook
Website launch checklist
A pre-launch checklist covering pages, speed, SEO basics and tracking so nothing is missed.
Certificate
Final exam and certificate
10 multiple-choice questions, 80 percent to pass, retake any time. Passing gives you a certificate with a verification code and a LinkedIn-ready badge.
Keep going
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Course questions
Is this course really free?
Yes. Every course, worksheet, exam and certificate is free.
How long does it take?
You learn at your own pace. Each lesson takes a few minutes to read plus the worksheet, so it fits around work or school.
Do I need to finish the lessons before the exam?
No, but the exam covers the lessons, so most people finish them first. If you miss a question, we point you to the lesson to review.