Graphic design is competitive. Make yourself stand out in a crowded field. Become an Adobe Certified Associate by passing the Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator exam. ACA certification is a gateway to a career in digital design, and lifelong mastery of Illustrator. This course explains the benefits of ACA, how to organize your study efforts, and how to determine when you're ready to take the exam. Each exam objective is covered in detail, from identifying project requirements to exporting your final graphics. Author Mike Rankin also explains what to expect at the testing center, and how to promote your ACA status with potential employers.