Upon completion, you will be able to design and build well-structured, standards-compliant websites using XHTML and CSS. You will have the skills to create multi-page layouts, implement accessible forms and navigation, and apply advanced styling techniques to deliver professional-quality web interfaces ready for real-world deployment.

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.

This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.

XHTML Front-End Web Design with CSS Specialization

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XHTML Front-End Web Design with CSS Specialization

Master XHTML and CSS for Web Design.

Build and style structured, standards-compliant websites using XHTML and CSS.

Instructor: EDUCBA

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6 course series

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4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

6 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

from 46 reviews of courses in this program

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

What you'll learn

Write, structure, and validate XHTML documents that follow W3C standards.
Apply CSS techniques to format, style, and layout web content with semantic clarity and visual appeal.
Develop multi-page websites using responsive design principles and professional development tools.

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Specialization - 6 course series

This specialization offers a comprehensive path for beginners to master XHTML and CSS in front-end web design. Across six practical courses, learners will explore everything from writing well-formed XHTML code to advanced CSS styling, layout structuring, and responsive design techniques. By working through structured modules, learners will develop the skills to create accessible, standards-compliant websites with clean code, semantic markup, and modern styling practices. Whether you're entering the web design field or enhancing your markup language skills, this program builds a solid foundation in front-end development.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will apply their knowledge through hands-on projects that involve building multi-page XHTML websites, styling them with CSS, and implementing responsive layouts. These projects will challenge learners to design accessible, well-structured interfaces and validate their work against web standards—mirroring the demands of real-world front-end development.

XHTML - Beginners

Course 1, 5 hours

What you'll learn

Identify the structure and semantic elements of HTML documents to create well-organized XHTML web pages.
Construct XHTML pages using correct tags, syntax, and formatting conventions for standards-compliant markup.
Evaluate XHTML documents using Notepad++ and Firefox developer tools to verify syntax accuracy and standards compliance.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

Category: Web Development Tools

Category: Web Development

Category: Web Design and Development

Category: Debugging

Category: Computer Programming Tools

Category: Extensible Languages and XML

Category: Development Testing

Category: Verification And Validation

Category: Development Environment

Category: Extensible Markup Language (XML)

Category: HTML and CSS

Category: Integrated Development Environments

Category: Semantic Web

XHTML - Tables and Forms

Course 2, 9 hours

What you'll learn

Construct semantic ordered, unordered, nested, and definition lists to organize structured XHTML content effectively.
Build accessible XHTML tables using rows, columns, headers, cell spanning, and table grouping elements.
Implement hyperlinks and integrate images using correct XHTML syntax to create well-connected web pages.
Develop interactive XHTML forms with input fields, labels, checkboxes, radio buttons, and submission controls.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

Category: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

Category: HTML and CSS

Category: Interactive Design

Category: Web Design

Category: Web Design and Development

Category: Front-End Web Development

Category: Usability

XHTML - Styling with CSS

Course 3, 5 hours

What you'll learn

Identify the purpose and syntax of CSS to style and format XHTML elements effectively.
Apply font families, text alignment, colors, and decorative CSS properties to create professional web typography.
Demonstrate class selectors and font styling techniques to build consistent, reusable XHTML page designs.
Differentiate text measurement units and scalable font techniques to improve readable, standards-compliant web pages.

XHTML - Advanced Styling with CSS

Course 4, 8 hours

What you'll learn

Apply CSS selectors, classes, IDs, and contextual selectors to style XHTML elements effectively.
Analyze the CSS box model to control borders, margins, padding, positioning, and backgrounds for structured layouts.
Evaluate stylesheet inheritance, specificity, and overrides to create scalable and maintainable XHTML designs.
Construct fully styled XHTML documents by integrating CSS techniques and cross-browser styling best practices.

XHTML - Positional CSS for Layout

Course 5, 8 hours

What you'll learn

Analyze the limitations of traditional HTML layout techniques and apply CSS float-based layouts for modern web page design.
Construct responsive web layouts using float, clear, Jello layout, min-height, and centered container techniques.
Develop structured, interactive CSS navigation menus using vertical, horizontal, and nested HTML list patterns.
Implement absolute, relative, and fixed positioning with z-index to create precise, layered web page layouts.

XHTML Practical - Styling with XHTML and CSS

Course 6, 6 hours

What you'll learn

Construct well-formed XHTML web pages using semantic markup and structured layouts for multi-page websites.
Implement forms, lists, and navigation menus while applying clean CSS styling and semantic page organization.
Evaluate XHTML websites through validation, testing, debugging, and web standards best practices.

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Learner reviews across XHTML Front-End Web Design with CSS

avg. across 6 courses

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Course: XHTML - Beginners

5.0

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

A clear and well-structured introduction to XHTML. The hands-on examples made standards compliance easy to understand.

Course: XHTML - Tables and Forms

5.0

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Great balance of theory and practice. Tables, links, and forms were explained clearly with useful examples.

Course: XHTML - Styling with CSS

5.0

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

I liked how real XHTML examples were used to show how styling works in action.

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Frequently asked questions

The specialization is designed to be completed over approximately 16 to 17 weeks, with a recommended commitment of 3 to 4 hours per week. This pacing allows learners to absorb foundational concepts, practice hands-on skills, and complete project-based assessments at a steady and manageable rate.

No prior coding experience is required to begin this specialization. Basic computer literacy and familiarity with using a web browser and text editor will be helpful but are not mandatory. The courses are designed to support absolute beginners and progressively build skills in XHTML and CSS.

Yes, it is recommended to take the courses in the prescribed sequence. Each course builds upon concepts and skills introduced in the previous one, ensuring a smooth and logical progression from foundational XHTML syntax to advanced CSS styling and layout techniques.