Located in Manhattan, they are one of the premier schools for tech education in NYC, and they offer a wide range of hands-on, skill-focused career bootcamps covering skills from computer science to graphic design to financial technology and machine learning. Noble Desktop is licensed by the New York State Department of Education. The training students receive in these programs is industry-recognized, meaning the certificates you earn at Noble Desktop will translate into more job opportunities.
What Are Classes Like?
Noble Desktop believes in the value of live, interactive skills training and designs all of its classes around hands-on practical exercises and direct engagement with professional instructors. While courses are available for students attending full-time or part-time and in-person or online, they all center around students’ direct engagement with their instructors. Students will be able to ask questions and receive immediate feedback on their work, and regardless of modality, their instructors will be able to assist them directly on their projects.
Classes are available in-person at Noble’s Manhattan campus or online in private digital classrooms. Students enrolled in the in-person courses will receive expert instruction in Noble’s state-of-the-art technology lab and be able to work face-to-face with their instructors and peers. Students learning online will still receive live instruction for experts in their field, and class sizes are kept small to ensure that students aren’t fighting for their instructors’ attention. Students can learn from their home offices and utilize their personal devices without giving up the quality of instruction that comes with a dedicated live instructor.Â
What Do They Teach?
Graphic Design Certificate: Noble Desktop’s Graphic Design Certificate program provides students with a practical, robust education in the three major creative digital design tools utilized in most industries, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. These programs are industry-standard graphic art applications designed to help creatives utilize the digital canvas to create vibrant and evocative designs. Photoshop is the premiere photo editing software on the market and is utilized on projects ranging from print advertising to online content creation. Illustrator is a vector graphic design application used to create resizable designs that can be put on everything from billboards to company business cards, making it ideal for designing things like brand logos and product packaging. InDesign is the most commonly used print page layout application across various industries, and students enrolled in the course will learn how to design projects such as one-page posters and multi-page brochures. This course will also provide students with training in graphic design and visual communication principles, helping ensure that they learn the techniques and theories that go into composing effective and evocative visual design. By the end of the course, students will have completed multiple practical exercises in graphic design, and they will have a robust portfolio of samples that they can take onto the job market.
Key Information: The Graphic Design Certificate course lasts one month of full-time or three months of part-time study (either on weekends or weekday evenings). The course costs $2,995, and tuition installment and financing options are available for qualifying students. Every student enrolled will be able to take the course a second time in one calendar year to get more training and experience working with graphic design tools.
Motion Graphics Certificate: As 3D animation and rendering technology become more affordable and accessible, the demand for skilled animators continues to rise. If you want to work in animation (including film and television, advertising and online content creation), you’ll want to learn the tools in a course like Noble Desktop’s Motion Graphics Certificate program. In this course, students learn the fundamentals of 2D and 3D animation, and they will apply those skills to real-world projects using Adobe After Effects, one of the industry's most commonly used motion graphics software applications. Students will learn simple techniques for creating animated logos, title cards and 2D effects, then they will learn the process involved in creating 3D animated assets for large-scale animation projects. Students will also learn to use Adobe Premiere Pro for video editing, allowing them to add voice-over to their animations, cut together multiple animated files, or insert digital effects into a live-action film clip. Students who complete this course will have learned the necessary career skills to start exploring jobs in 2D and 3D animation, and they will have worked on a diverse range of projects that can be used as their professional demo reel once they enter the job market.
Key Information: This course runs for two months of full-time study or four months of part-time evening sessions. Tuition is $3,495 dollars with financing options and installment plans available to help students pay for the program. All students who complete the program will receive a certificate of completion and will have the opportunity to take the course again within one year, giving them even more chances to learn the techniques of motion graphics design.
UX & UI Design Certificate: User interface and user experience design are two of the most important aspects of product and web development processes. No matter how effective and useful your product is, it will unlikely see mass adoption if it is a pain to navigate and utilize. You can enroll in Noble Desktop’s UX & UI Design Certificate program if you want to hone your skills in either in-demand field. In this course, students will learn the fundamental principles that go into designing, iterating and testing web applications and interfaces. User interface training covers the visual design process of building a web application. Using tools such as Figma and Photoshop, students will learn how to create layouts and wireframes with limited interactive functionality. User experience design focuses on how the web application feels once it is in a user's hands, and in this program, students will learn how to prototype and test their designs in practical, real-world situations. Lessons will focus on how to run test groups, build surveys, collect data and how to ensure that initial designs are accessible, user-friendly and responsive. By the end of this course, students will have a wide range of sample web applications built and tested and they will have the practical experience and training they need to enter onto the job market as UX or UI Designers.
Key Information: This course runs for 24 weeks of part-time evening study and the course tuition is $3,495. Students who complete the course will receive a certificate of completion and any student enrolled will be able to take the course again, for free, within one year. This free retake will give students even more time to practice their UX/UI design skills and build a deeper portfolio.
Web Design Certificate: Today, almost every business and organization needs a meaningful internet presence to complete its goals. This web presence needs to be designed and programmed by experienced developers and these skills are in high demand. Noble Desktop’s Web Design Certificate program is a great place to learn the practical career skills you need to find work in web design and development. The course begins with lessons in Figma and user interface design, giving students the tools they need to start creating the visual layout of a web application and ensuring that it is accessible, easy to use and responsive. Then, once students have learned the basics of designing a web application, they will learn how to make that application a practical reality with computer programming skills. Students will learn to use HTML and CSS and JavaScript to program the visual and interactive elements of the web application and they will learn to use tools like Flex, Grid and Bootstrap to create more complex and elaborate assets and interfaces. Students will also receive training in the use of WordPress, the content management system currently used in over 40% of all public webpages and training in HTML email messaging. By the end of this course, students will have a robust knowledge of the creative and technical process of web application design, and they will have the practical training they need to start looking for work in the industry.
Key Information: This course is available on a full-time, six-week schedule or a part-time (evening) 5-month schedule. Tuition for the course is $4,995, and there are financing plans available for qualified students. Students who complete the program will receive a certificate of completion, and all students enrolled in the course will have the opportunity to retake the class within a year, giving them more opportunities to work on their web design skills alongside a professional instructor.
Social Media Marketing Certificate: Social Media Marketing has become a billion-dollar industry as more and more internet traffic is funneled through a small collection of platforms. Social media platforms account for four of the five most visited websites in the world and seven of the top twenty. This means that companies are investing a lot of money in ensuring that their social media advertising strategies are paying dividends. In Noble Desktop’s Social Media Marketing Certificate program, students will learn generalist strategies for building and running online marketing campaigns then they will learn how to take advantage of the affordances offered by the most popular social media platforms. Students will learn what makes Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X (formerly known as Twitter), YouTube and TikTok distinct and how they should tailor their campaigns to the audiences that regularly use those platforms. Students will also learn how the interface and tools offered on each site lend themselves to specific ad campaigns. Finally, students will learn how to work with the tools made available exclusively for advertisers on each platform and how to work with content creators as part of an advertising or brand management campaign. By the end of this course, students will have an understanding of digital marketing fundamentals and they will have the specialized knowledge required to plan and execute social media advertising campaigns and how to properly manage a brand’s online presence.Â
Key Information: Tuition for this program is $2,495 dollars and the financing options and installment plans are available for qualifying students. The program includes 72 hours of hands-on training over the course of three weeks and students who enroll in the course will be able to retake the program within 12 months, giving them even more opportunities to learn social media marketing under the guidance of a professional instructor.
Digital Marketing Certificate: If you run a business or are looking to become an advertising professional, you cannot afford to ignore the marketing potential of the internet. About 93% of Americans regularly use the internet and a large percentage of Americans consume more internet content than any other kind of content, meaning that online advertising is a vital component of any major marketing push. In Noble Desktop’s Digital MArketing Certificate program, students will learn how to tailor their marketing campaigns to digital environments and how to make use of the common advertising and data collection tools offered by providers like Google, Amazon and Meta. Students will start by fundamental marketing strategies and techniques which they will learn to apply to digital campaigns. Then, students will get practical training in most commonly used SEO and customer data analysis applications including SEO, Google Ads, Google Analytics and Email marketing strategies. Finally, students will spend time learning social media marketing strategies for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X. Lessons will focus on practical, real-world case studies and applications of digital marketing training so students can be confident that when they complete the program, they will be prepared to start designing and implementing digital marketing strategies in their own professional lives.
Key Information: Tuition for this certificate program is $3,995 and there are installment plans and financing options available for qualifying students. The program lasts for 126 hours of hands-on study spread over about a month, giving students an accelerated time table on which to hone their skills and build a marketing portfolio. Students who enroll in the course will have the opportunity to retake the program within one year, giving them more chances to receive training and feedback and students who complete the program will receive a certificate of completion.
UI Design Certificate: Most Americans interact with dozens or even hundreds of user interfaces everyday on webpages, digital applications or other software programs. Owing to this, user interface design, the process of designing the look and appearance of a digital interface, has become a major market for companies and organizations looking to get their applications and webpages noticed. In Noble Desktop’s UI Design Certificate course, students will learn the principles of visual design and composition and they will learn how to apply those principles to a digital canvas. They will receive training in some of the most commonly used digital design applications, including Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, which will help them streamline the process of creating digital interfaces and assets. In addition to learning composition principles, students will learn how to use Figma, the most commonly used digital design software application to construct wireframe layouts and build working interface prototypes with limited interactive functionality. They will then be able to test their interfaces in real-world situations so that they can determine whether or not a design looks and feels as intended. The program aims to provide students with practical design skills and knowledge that they can bring with them onto the job market.Â
Key Information: This program is available as a full-time, six-week session or a part-time five-month session. Tuition for the program is $3,995, and there are financing options available to qualified students. Students enrolled in the program can retake the course for free within one year, allowing them even more time to work on their UI design skills. Students who complete the program will receive a certificate of completion.
Digital Design Certificate: If you are looking to build a website for your own business or organization or you want to find a way to turn your creative drive into a career, learning digital design is a way to achieve your goals. In Noble Desktop’s Digital Design Certificate program, students will learn the principles of graphic design and how to apply those skills to the process of building assets and interfaces for digital applications. Students will receive training in using the three major Adobe graphic design applications, InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. With knowledge of these tools, students will be able to construct elaborate and visually appealing assets to integrate into their digital interfaces. Then, students will learn how to use Figma, the most popular user interface design application among professional UI Designers. Using Figma, designers can create functional interface prototypes and collaborate with fellow designers to make real-time changes and updates to their projects. Learning how to use Figma will help prepare students for working on real-world user interface design projects and will help set students up for long-term professional success. By the end of this class, students will have built their own portfolio of sample graphical assets and user interfaces that they can take with them onto the job market as soon as they graduate from the course.
Key Information: Students who want to enroll in this class can participate in full-time sessions for seven weeks or part-time for five months. Tuition is $4,495, with financing options available for qualified students. The course comes with a free retake that students can take within one year, giving them an additional opportunity to expand their portfolio and get feedback on their work. Students who complete the program will receive a certificate of completion.
Video Editing Certificate: If you are interested in working in content creation or in making your own content, you’ll want to learn how to edit videos in a professional manner. Having your video professionally edited can be essential for getting your content noticed, and Noble Desktop’s Video Editing Certificate program will help you learn the art of film editing. In this course, students will learn the fundamental techniques that go into cinematic editing and they will get a crash course in the history of the art form. Then, they will learn how to use Adobe Premiere Pro, one of the most powerful and commonly used commercial video editing applications. Students will learn simple techniques for making cuts, syncing audio and integrating footage from multiple sources. Lessons will also cover more advanced editing techniques like green screen replacement, ADR, multi-camera editing set-ups and complex audio mixing using Adobe Audition. By the end of the course, students will have a great deal of practical knowledge about the technical practices of video editing and they will have an understanding of the professional duties and responsibilities of a video editor. Students will leave the course with a completed demo reel that they can take with them onto the job market, making this course an ideal place to prepare for a career in video editing.
Key Information: This course is offered in two-month full-time weekday sessions or four-month part-time evening sessions. Tuition for this certificate-granting program is $2,995, with installment plans and financing options available for qualified students. The course also includes a free retake option for students who are looking to get more hands-on experience working with Premiere Pro.
Data Analytics Certificate: Everyday, humans produce an unfathomable amount of data and businesses and institutions understand that there is value to be found in collecting and interpreting that data. Data analytics is the process involved in making sense of the massive amount of data being collected and using that data to make informed decisions about the future. In Noble’s Data Analytics Certificate program, students will learn how to collect, organize and interpret data in practical, real-world situations. Students will receive instruction in the fundamentals of statistical analysis and forecasting and they will learn the important tools that professional Data Analysts use to streamline (and make possible) the project of analyzing huge datasets. Students will learn Python and SQL programming skills and they will learn how to use tools like Excel and Tableau to help visualize data and make their findings easier to understand. In addition, students will work with machine learning technology that aims to automate the data analysis process and make the work of data analytics all the more streamlined. By the end of the course, students will have learned how to read data, make forecasts and communicate their analysis to invested stakeholders, giving them a robust skill set that they can take with them onto the job market.
Key Information: This course lasts 6 weeks for students enrolled full-time or 24 weeks for students taking the course part-time. Course tuition is $4,995, with financing options and installment plans available for qualifying students. The course is a certificate-granting program and students have the option to retake the course again within one year, giving them more time and opportunities to work directly with expert instructors.
Full Stack Web Development: Full stack web development refers to developing the front and back-end of a web application. The front-end refers to the elements of the web application that a user sees and interacts with, while the back-end refers to all of the server and database infrastructure that runs behind the scenes. Full Stack Web Developers are in-demand as companies and organizations place a premium on their web presence and the functionality of applications. In addition, Front-end Web Developers frequently work in software development roles. In Noble Desktop’s Front-end Web Development Certificate program, students will learn the basics of programming an application’s front-end with HTML and CSS and JavaScript, then they will learn how to use common JavaScript frameworks and libraries to add complex functionality to their applications and build the back-end infrastructure required to operate databases and server-side functionality. By the end of this course, students will have received a robust programming education, and they will be prepared to start looking for work in the field of coding and computer science. Students who complete this course will have a portfolio of working web applications to add to their job materials.
Key Information: This immersive coding bootcamp lasts 17 weeks for full-time students and 10 months for part-time students. The course costs $7.995 to attend though financing options and installment plans are available for qualified students. Anyone who enrolls in the course will have the opportunity to retake the course within one year, giving them even more time to work with live instructors and practice their web development skills. This course confers a certificate of completion to graduates.
Front-end Web Development Certificate: Front-end web development is the process of coding the elements of a webpage or digital application that users interface with directly. This includes everything from on-screen graphics to interactive features allowing users to navigate the application’s advanced features. Ensuring that a web application looks good and is easy to understand and navigate is a vital part of building a successful product launch, so skilled Front-end Web Developers are in high demand. Students enrolled in Noble Desktop’s Front-end Development Certificate program will learn the basics of computer programming using HTML and CSS and JavaScript to build functioning front-end web applications. Once they are comfortable with this training, they will learn advanced JavaScript skills, allowing them to add more complex functionalities and interactive elements to their applications. Finally, students will learn how to take advantage of the tools offered by WordPress, the most popular content management system in the world, which is used in over 40% of all public webpages. Once they complete this course, students will have built their own design portfolios of several practical, working applications that they can take onto the job market.
Key Information: Students enrolled in this course will attend for four weeks (if studying full-time) or four months (if studying part-time). Tuition for the program is $3,495, and financing and installment plans are available for qualifying students. Students who complete the course will receive a certificate of completion that they can add to their professional credentials. Anyone enrolled in the course can retake the class within one year, giving them even more time to practice their programming skills.
JavaScript Development Certificate: JavaScript is among the most commonly used programming languages in the world and it is an essential part of the modern internet. Almost all webpages use JavaScript to add interactive functionality beyond simple hyperlinks, meaning that if you hope to work in web design and development, you’ll need to learn JavaScript. In Noble Desktop’s JavaScript Development Certificate program, students with no prior JavaScript experience will learn how to use the language in a professional capacity. Students will start by learning the intricacies of the language itself, including how to use APIs, modules, and object-oriented programming techniques to add complex functionality to a web application. Then, students will learn how to use the collection of JavaScript libraries and frameworks colloquially known as the MERN stack (MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js) to construct working web applications and software programs that operate solely utilizing JavaScript. As a career-focused program, students will work on practical design projects that mirror the kinds of projects that they can expect to work on in a professional context. This training will give students the tools to work on elaborate web application and software development projects and by the end of the course, students will have built their own professional portfolio of web applications that they can take with them onto the job market.Â
Key Information: The JavaScript Development Certificate lasts for 14 weeks (full-time students) or 7 months (for part-time students). Tuition for the program is $5,995, with financing options and payment plans available for qualified students. All enrolled students will be able to retake the course within one year, giving them extra opportunities to study JavaScript and build their development portfolio. Graduating students will receive a certificate of completion that they can add to their resumes.
Software Engineering Certificate: Software Engineers play a vital role in modern society, given that so much of our daily lives depend on software applications. Between the computer programs with use at work, the mobile applications we use for fun and all of the invisible applications that make the world function, we encounter hundreds of software applications every day. In Noble Desktop’s Software Engineering Certificate program, students will learn the programming skills they need to start building and developing these essential applications. In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of computer programming using HTML and CSS and JavaScript and they will learn how to write, compile and debug their code. Once students are comfortable with the basics, they will learn advanced software development skills using JavaScript libraries (like MongoDB, React, Express.js and Node.js), Python and SQL. This training will teach students how to develop all of the major elements of a software application and will give them robust training in the process of software development. By the end of this program, students will have an understanding of how to design user interfaces, databases and server-side applications and they will have a large collection of sample applications that they can add to their professional portfolio.
Key Information: This program is a 20-week, full-time program that covers all of the major elements of modern software development and engineering. The course tuition is $10,995 and financing options are available for qualified students. The course comes with a free retake for students to get more practice in programming and designing software. This is a career-focused certificate-granting program, so students who complete the course will receive an industry-recognized certificate of completion.
Python Development Certificate: According to the TIOBE index, Python is the most widely used programming language in the world. This makes sense because it is one of the most important languages for data science, artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies. If you are interested in working with data or working on the cutting edge of new technologies, learning Python will likely be an important step in the process. In Noble Desktop’s Python Development Certificate program, students will learn about Python's role in web development, giving them the tools they need to start building Python-powered websites and digital applications. Students will learn the basics of writing code in Python and use that coding knowledge to add custom functions and algorithms to their web design projects. Then, they will learn how to use the Python library Django to add URL dispatchers, querying models, and systems for automating tasks to their applications. Finally, students will learn how to use Django REST for working with images and building API endpoints. By the end of this class, students will have a complete knowledge of the basics of Python web development, and they’ll be ready to take their skills onto the job market.
Key Information: This full-time certification course runs for three weeks, and students must have a computer programming background (including knowledge of HTML and CSS and JavaScript). The program tuition is $3,995, and financing options and installment payment plans are available for qualifying students. Students enrolled in this program will be able to retake it for free within one year, giving them more opportunities to get hands-on experience developing applications with Python. All students who complete the program will receive a professional certificate at the end of the program.Â
FinTech Certificate: One of the most important applications of data science and computer-driven analysis in the last decade has been the rise of FinTech, or financial technology. This is the process of developing and utilizing software that can be used to make financial forecasting and decision-making more streamlined and accurate. Noble Desktop offers a FinTech Certificate program for students interested in understanding how this technology can be applied to personal or professional financial concerns and how it can help ensure that individuals and businesses achieve long-term financial stability. In this course, students will learn how to write code using Python and SQL, both essential languages for the data-driven tasks involved in FinTech analysis. By utilizing these languages, students can write elaborate programs and database queries to help them work with the massive amounts of data generated by financial markets and institutions. Students will also learn how Python can be used to automate basic financial tasks such as buying and selling stock at certain levels and the automated computation of financial data. This automation can be essential given the speed at which financial data changes. Finally, students will learn how to work with machine learning algorithms that can be used to make predictive forecasts and read and interpret financial models without needing a human operator to run data simulations.
Key Information: This certificate program is offered in full-time (4-week) and part-time (4-month) sessions, and students can learn either in-person or online. Tuition for the course is $4,995, and Noble offers installment payment plans and financing options for qualified students. The course comes with a free retake within one year, giving students the chance to get even more hands-on coding experience, and anyone who completes the course will receive a professional certificate that they can add to their job materials.
Data Science Certificate: For most companies and organizations, the ability to collect and interpret data, whether about markets, customers, advertising campaigns or things like shipping and logistics, is invaluable to their operations. These processes are possible thanks to the work of Data Scientists who write and program the applications that make data collection, organization and interpretation possible. In Noble Desktop’s Data Science Certificate program, students will learn the technical skills they need to build and run databases, data visualization programs and machine learning algorithms. Students enrolled in this course will learn how to use Python and SQL to construct databases and write programs that can be used to query, organize and analyze the content of those databases. Then, they will learn how to use tools like Tableau to translate their data into accessible visualizations that can be used to communicate meaning with non-experts. Finally, students will begin working with machine learning algorithms capable of reading and interpreting large amounts of data without the need for a human operator to help parse the system. By the end of this course, students will have a sizable knowledge base and a great deal of hands-on experience working on real-world data science projects that they can add to their professional portfolio.
Key Information: This program runs for 4 weeks of full-time or 20 weeks of part-time study (nights and weekends). Tuition for the program is $3,995, including a free retake within one year for students looking to get more hands-on programming experience. There are financing options available for qualified students. Students who complete the program receive an industry-recognized certificate of completion that they can add to their resumes.
Video Editing and Motion Graphics Certificate: If you are aspiring to work in the field of video content creation, either behind the scenes or by making your own content, you’ll want to learn how to professionally edit and animate your work. The marketplace for video content is very crowded, and you want to ensure that your work stands out. Noble Desktop offers a professional Video Editing and Motion Graphics certificate program perfect for anyone learning the art of video post-production. In this course, students will learn how to use Adobe Premiere Pro, one of the most commonly used video editing applications in the industry, and they will get hands-on experience cutting together video clips, mixing audio and utilizing Premiere Pro to create both complex and subtle transitions between shots. Then, students will learn how to use Adobe After Effects to create visually stunning animated title cards, graphics and effects that they can edit into their completed video projects. Finally, students will combine their knowledge of these two programs (and the audio mixing application, Audition) to create elaborate video projects using multiple different kinds of editing tools and animation software. This is a career-focused program, so students who complete this course will be developing the practical skills that they will need to find work as editors and animators. By the end of this course, students will have built their own demo reel of sample projects, and they will be prepared to enter the job market or begin working on their own video editing and animation projects.
Key Information: Students attending the course full-time can complete the program in two months, while part-time students can expect to complete the program in four months. Tuition for the class is $4,995, with financing and installment options available for qualifying students. The program has a free retake option for students to attend the course again within one year, giving them even more time and opportunity to practice their video editing skills. This course confers upon students an industry-recognized certificate of completion.
What Other Services Does Noble Desktop Offer?
In addition to their professional, live instruction, Noble Desktop aims to provide all of their students with the career support services they need to find work in the industry upon graduation. In addition to dedicated training in courses that are focused on building career skills, students will also work to create practical projects that they can add to their job materials, portfolios and demo reels. Students who enroll in a career-focused training program will also be able to take advantage of one-on-one mentoring sessions with instructors and professionals who can help guide them through the job application process, providing assistance on everything from writing cover letters to nailing final stage interviews. In addition to this, all of Noble’s classes offer a free retake option for students looking to get more hands-on experience with their lessons. Whether you attend in-person or online, you can take advantage of these career development services and increase your odds of landing a high-paying industry career in your new field of study.