Center for the Digital Arts
The Center for the Digital Arts is a dedicated facility that nurtures creativity, technical skill, and innovation in the digital arts. Located at Westchester Community College’s Peekskill Extension Center, it offers a dynamic learning environment for artists, students, and professionals working in areas such as digital media, graphic design, animation, interactive multimedia, and digital filmmaking.
The center provides both credit and non-credit courses, making digital arts education accessible to a wide range of learners. Its facilities include five state-of-the-art post-production studios—two of which are fully equipped digital video editing suites and a Maker Space—designed to support hands-on learning and creative production.
In addition to its academic offerings, the Center for the Digital Arts serves as a collaborative hub, bringing together a community of makers and thinkers. The space is equipped with cutting-edge technology, study areas, and exhibition venues that encourage experimentation, skill-building, and the public presentation of digital works. Whether you’re just beginning your artistic journey or seeking to expand your professional toolkit, the center provides the tools and environment to thrive in the evolving digital art landscape.
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Peekskill Workforce Training & Certificates
The Center for the Digital Arts offers dynamic workforce development certificate programs in interactive design, digital media, and specialized fields, designed to support individualized professional growth and practical skill-building. Students train in a state-of-the-art facility featuring five post-production studios and a fully equipped Maker Space with 3D printing capabilities.
The center provides access to industry-standard software, including the full Adobe Creative Suite, and professional tools for 2D/3D animation, interactive design, AR/VR immersive technology, digital photography, and filmmaking. Courses are taught by experienced industry professionals who guide students in building a competitive portfolio and understanding what it takes to succeed in today’s evolving creative industries.
All studio-based students participate in a final exhibition hosted in the Center for the Digital Arts Gallery, providing real-world experience in showcasing their work to the public. To register, email [email protected] or call 914-606-7300.
Certificate Programs
3D Animation Certificate
Advanced Digital Photography Series
Artificial Intelligence for Business Owners
Digital Photography Certificate
Game Design Certificate
Historic Preservation Certificate
Illustration and 2D Animation Certificate
Mixed Reality (XR) Certificate
Social Media Specialist Certificate
Web Design Certificate
