Curriculum Certification provides recognition to schools and training facilities whose curriculum in "Design Drafting" or  "Digital Design  (Graphic Arts)" meets or exceeds industry standards. 

ADDA Curriculum Certification acknowledges the standards established and approved by the ADDA, and supported by related organizations such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the International Code Council, the American Society of Testing Materials, Association of Career and Technical Educators, and many others.

The Curriculum Certification Programs also provides a means of encouraging schools to develop and upgrade program curriculum to better prepare students to meet workforce and employment  requirements.

Why consider Curriculum Certification?

A certified curriculum at your educational facility assures the training of competent professionals for the future. The ADDA Curriculum Certification Program is a commitment to excellence.  It represents and provides a quality assurance program which benefits both education and industry, as well as the professional development of the student..

Curriculum Certification through ADDA meets or exceeds the requirements set forth under most state and federal guidelines to receive funding for Graphic Related Programs.

ADDA's Curriculum Certification Program is complemented with Professional Certification Examinations at multiple levels and disciplines to meet the requirement of your specific programs.  To learn more about Professional Certification visit the Professional Certification Link on the left navigation bar. 

ADDA  will work directly with individuals schools to create approved programs, or ADDA will customize a standardized system wide certified curriculum for an local Board of Education, School or College System, or State Department of Education.  For more information contact us by telephone or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Quality Education Delivers Brochure. 

This brochure will let you know everything about the ADDA Curriculum Certification Program.  This brochure contains information to help during your consideration process.  ADDA always welcomes you to contact us directly for additional information or questions.  View the QED Brochure

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