XT WORKSHOPS & UX CERTIFICATION

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EXPERIENCE THINKING (XT)

BROADEN YOUR XT PERSPECTIVE KNOWLEDGE APPLICATION

Discover powerful Experience Thinking approaches from leading practitioners.

Upskill in XT

Finely tuned
methodology

We have an arsenal of proven tools and know-how of where to apply each. We take the guesswork out of how to achieve the optimal design solutions to meet specific business goals.

Comprehensive body
of knowledge

With decades of industry experience, we've distilled our Experience Thinking knowledge into actionable guidelines, best practices, and proven methodologies. These are packaged in thought-provoking workshops and activities.

Practical
approach

Our workshops are pragmatic, valuable and actionable. Whether your team attends virtually, in person at our space, or at your place of business, the knowledge you receive is immediately applicable to your work.

The courses helped my business because they showed me a pathway to achieving some of my business objectives. They provided processes I could implement that would allow me to articulate the rationale for the choices of our design and business teams.

Lisa Heath,

CEO, MediResource

I'd just like to say a big thank you for the UX course that you organised for us. It was excellent. In particular your enthusiasm for the subject matter really shone through and made it so engaging.

Anthony Brown,

Oxford University

I liked the micro-rooms for discussion. This allowed for greater proximity to other participants. My favourite course was the last one, Persuasive Design. The theme and the interaction of the class were great. Time passed quickly and the class was fun.

Marcos Vinicius De Rezende,

LeapUX

My favourite part of the whole certification was all the examples that were provided for each theory, especially for difficult concepts like dendrograms, hierarchy patterns and scaling approaches. That was helpful in understanding how these theories are applied in real-life scenarios.

Paridhi Rukhaiyar,

Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat

I loved my experience with Akendi Training and would not hesitate to recommend it! Absolutely loved it.

Tania Levy,

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada [ISED]

Learning your way

Our XT program has evolved to accommodate the way you want to learn.

XT WORKSHOPS & UX CERTIFICATIONS

DELIVERY METHODS

Live virtual

In-person

Self-paced

Our XT workshops cover everything from Journey Mapping, Product Design, Service Design, User Research, to Usability Testing. Take one or more workshops or get UX certified.

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CXD - UX Design certification

DELIVERY METHODS

Live virtual

In-person

Self-paced

Get on the same page with your team members. A full UX certification with engaging discussions, inspiring design, and boundless ideas.

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CXR - UX Research certification

DELIVERY METHODS

Live virtual

In-person

Self-paced

Approach UX research the right way. Get a full certification with insightful research techniques, evidence-based insights, and innovative methodologies.

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Design Thinking Workshops

DELIVERY METHODS

Live virtual

In-person

Self-paced

Learn how to design with empathy. Workshops with engaging discussions, inspiring connections, and profound insights.

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XT WORKSHOPS & UX CERTIFICATIONS

DELIVERY METHODS

Live virtual

In-person

Self-paced

Our XT workshops cover everything from Journey Mapping, Product Design, Service Design, User Research, to Usability Testing. Take one or more workshops or get UX certified.

Learn More

CXD - UX Design certification

DELIVERY METHODS

Live virtual

In-person

Self-paced

Get on the same page with your team members. A full UX certification with engaging discussions, inspiring design, and boundless ideas.

Learn More

CXR - UX Research certification

DELIVERY METHODS

Live virtual

In-person

Self-paced

Approach UX research the right way. Get a full certification with insightful research techniques, evidence-based insights, and innovative methodologies.

Learn More

Design Thinking Workshops

DELIVERY METHODS

Live virtual

In-person

Self-paced

Learn how to design with empathy. Workshops with engaging discussions, inspiring connections, and profound insights.

Learn More

XT Workshops and
UX Certifications

Creating customer and user experiences requires a team of people with different backgrounds. To be most effective, you would speak the same language and work to the same processes.
Explore our upcoming Experience Thinking workshops and UX certifications below to enhance your team's collaboration and elevate your projects.

XT WORKSHOP

DESIGN

THINKING

Design with Empathy

Hybrid session

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XT WORKSHOP

JOURNEY

DESIGN

End-to-End Design

Hybrid session

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XT WORKSHOP

ECO

SYSTEMS

Value based Design

Hybrid session

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UX CERTIFICATION

1 WEEK

CXD

Experience Design

Hybrid session

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UX CERTIFICATION

1 WEEK

CXR

Experience Research

Hybrid session

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find the right fit for your team

Contact us for custom learning solutions.

GET IN TOUCH

Have questions?

Check out our FAQs. If you don't find the answer you're looking for, send us a message at training@akendi.com.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Is there a cut-off date to register?

Registration will stay open until the start of the certification or a maximum number of participants have been reached.

Do I have to complete the certification within a certain timeframe?

Most participants complete the certification within a one-week intensive program, however, if you are completing UX certification through individual certification days, you have two years to complete. If more time is required, you may request an extension by emailing training@akendi.com.

What is live virtual delivery?

Our certfication sessions indicated as 'live virtual' are taught online by Akendi instructors leading and interacting with you in real time via video, interactive exercises, and collaboration software. What you would need is a computer setup with high speed internet, webcam, and a modern browser like Chrome.

Do I have to take the certification in one week? Or, can I spread them out?

Certifications can be taken one at a time over a two-year period. However, by registering for the full week you can pay for the certification, which works out to less than the individual courses when added up.

Is this course right for me?

We assume little experience in the user experience field. The certification is appropriate for anyone working in the creation of digital products who wants to learn about the process, tools and techniques to create successful user experiences. Our certifications are not focussed on how to use specific software applications like Figma or Adobe. We recommend that you read carefully through the certification descriptions before registering to get a sense of the content and outcomes to determine if the certifications are a good fit for you.

Are there any prerequisites to taking the certifications?

There are no specific prerequisites for the certifications.

English is not my native language. Do I need a TOEFIL, ILTS or GRE score to attend??

Though English language test scores are not required for any of our courses, the course content revolves around abstract concepts and requires a firm grasp of the English language. We recommend a fairly high English language proficiency to ensure that all concepts and exercises are followed and understood (approximately TOEFL 80-90 score, IELTS 5.0 - 6.0 points, TOEIC 785-944 points).

Gain foundational knowledge

Begin your journey with our XT Workshops.

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Meet our facilitators

A collective of industry experts ready to share practical insights, wisdom, and real-world examples.

Tedde van Gelderen

President

Tedde infuses Akendi, its services and methodology with his drive to make customer and user experiences go beyond a singular product or service.

Jessika Tremblay, PhD

Senior Experience Researcher

Jessika is well-versed in ethnographic methods, interviews, surveys, data analysis, and research design. She has years of experience conducting research in various cultural settings such as East Africa and Southease Asia.

Leo Poll, PhD

President Akendi UK

Leo thrives on turning technical possibilities into practical solutions by approaching challenges from an end-user perspective with a keen business sense.

Daniel Iaboni, PhD

Chief Experience Officer

Since 2009, Dan has crafted exceptional website and interface designs to enhance experiences between users, their environment, and their tools.

Scott Plewes

Chief strategy officer

In the last twenty-five years, Scott has specialized in business strategy, product design, and development in the high-tech sector, with a focus on experience design.

Tedde van Gelderen

President

Tedde infuses Akendi, its services and methodology with his drive to make customer and user experiences go beyond a singular product or service.

Jessika Tremblay, PhD

Senior Experience Researcher

Jessika is well-versed in ethnographic methods, interviews, surveys, data analysis, and research design. She has years of experience conducting research in various cultural settings such as East Africa and Southease Asia.

Leo Poll, PhD

President Akendi UK

Leo thrives on turning technical possibilities into practical solutions by approaching challenges from an end-user perspective with a keen business sense.

Daniel Iaboni, PhD

Chief Experience Officer

Since 2009, Dan has crafted exceptional website and interface designs to enhance experiences between users, their environment, and their tools.

Scott Plewes

Chief strategy officer

In the last twenty-five years, Scott has specialized in business strategy, product design, and development in the high-tech sector, with a focus on experience design.

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Our Story

Our professional UX program has been a beacon of success for over a decade, empowering more than 4,200 professionals across diverse teams. By integrating core experience design and research principles into their work, these participants have not just excelled but become leaders in product and service innovation.

Our collective is a powerhouse of seasoned industry experts, not just instructors, but active professionals in the field. We bring a wealth of practical experience, insightful perspectives, and real-world examples to the forefront of the learning experience. Our mission is to elevate the creation of experiences for customers, citizens, and users.

Join our thriving community of learners, many of whom are already established in the experience design field or have been entrusted with experience design and research activities. Our program equips you with the skills and knowledge you need to excel in your current role and beyond.

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