Comparison between Live Online Courses and Self-Paced Courses
Feature

Live Online Courses

Interactive instruction and activities in real time

Self-Paced Courses

Courses that take you through topics step by step at your own pace

Best if You’re a Learner Who...
  • Wants to ask specific questions and receive personalized, expert answers about how the material applies to your situation
  • Appreciates learning in real time with an instructor, alongside other professionals from around the world
  • Wants to become UX Certified
  • Prefers flexible, self-directed learning on your own schedule
  • Plans to revisit the instructional materials as you apply them over time
  • Wants to watch experts apply the material step-by-step
Course Format

7 hours of live Zoom instruction delivered over 1 or 2 days. Courses are offered throughout the year at a range of start times for different time zones.

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Self-guided, demo-based learning with hands-on practice activities and quizzes built in. Study on your own time, at your own pace.

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UX Certification

Eligible for UX Certification

  • Earned after completing 5 courses and passing 5 exams
  • Comes with a signed certificate and digital badge
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Not Eligible for UX Certification

  • Receive a recognition-of-completion badge with every course
  • Take quizzes to self-assess your learning
Pricing

Starting at $1,100 per course

($95 per course exam required for UX Certification)

Between $49 and $289 per course. Prices vary based on course content, length, and depth. Excludes limited-time offers.

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Group Discount Pricing

Save money by buying 30 or more courses and exams at our scheduled live online training events.

Private Team Training

Bring our live courses directly to your team and build UX skills together. Available online or in person.

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We currently do not offer group-discounts for our Self-Paced Courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Live Online Courses

What equipment will I need to participate in NN/G live online courses?

All courses take place over Zoom and require streaming audio and video to your computer. Most courses invite you to join breakout rooms and speak with other participants. Make sure you have:

  • A laptop or desktop computer (using a tablet is not recommended)
  • A stable high-speed internet connection
  • Speakers or headphones
  • A microphone
  • A webcam (recommended)
Will I be able to network and get to know other participants?

Yes, you'll be invited to join an exclusive Slack community for all event attendees the week before the event starts. This community is for both course-related discussion and networking with fellow participants. Your access to the community will never expire.

How will I get the link to the Zoom meeting for the course?

60 minutes before your course begins, your Zoom link and course materials will be available when you log into your NN/G profile.

Can I join from my phone or tablet?

We do not recommend attending our classes from a small-screen device. Although you will be able to connect to the meeting, it will be difficult to see the detailed examples shared during class. It will also be extremely difficult to participate in collaborative exercises that typically require typing and interacting with documents.

Can I watch a recording of the course?

No, we do not record live training, and recording yourself is not allowed. Our live online training includes extensive interactive exercises and unique Q&As that can’t be replicated in a recorded format and may contain attendees’ personal information. Note-taking, however, is encouraged.

Do courses come with extra materials?

Yes, every course includes downloadable files, including a PDF of the slide deck, activity files, additional resources, and, where applicable, free tool trials from tools NN/G practitioners have used and trust themselves.

Self-Paced Courses

What equipment do I need to complete course activities?

To complete all courses, you will need:

  • A computer, tablet, or mobile device
  • An internet connection

Each course might also require additional tools, such as Microsoft or Google products (e.g., Word or Docs), AI tools, or Miro. A list of the tools required for each course can be found on the course's description page. Access to tools is not provided through course purchase.

How long will I have access to my self-paced courses?

Once purchased, your access will never expire. This ensures you can learn at your own pace and return to review content as often as you'd like, whenever you need.

How long are NN/G self-paced courses?

Most self-paced courses take 2–6 hours to complete, depending on your personal learning style and goals.

How are hands-on activities and feedback done in this format?

Each section includes hands-on activities with downloadable templates based directly on course materials. Check your work immediately with expert walkthrough videos that show your instructors working through the same problem step by step.

Do courses come with extra materials?

Yes, every course comes with an additional downloadable “cheat sheet,” which summarizes the course content. Most courses come with additional guides, resources, and templates so learners can refresh their knowledge without returning to the course itself.

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