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Certificate in Adobe Photoshop

Detailed Course Curriculum
This introductory module welcomes students into the world of Adobe Photoshop by laying the foundation for the entire course journey. You’ll get an overview of Photoshop’s interface, explore how the course is structured, and understand what to expect as you progress through creative and professional workflows. Whether you’re aiming for career-ready design skills or personal mastery, this module will help you align your goals with your learning pathway. By the end of this module, students will be oriented to the Adobe Photoshop environment and ready to dive into practical, hands-on design work.
In this essential module, students gain a working mastery of Photoshop’s interface and core tools. You’ll explore asset management using Libraries, master the theory of layers and composition, and apply selection, cropping, and colour tools with precision. Additional topics include healing techniques for imperfections, frame-by-frame animation basics, and integrating expressive text. You’ll also discover how to create and manage your own brush assets for digital painting and styling. By the end of this module, students will confidently navigate Photoshop’s environment and perform professional-grade editing using its core toolkit.
This advanced module dives deep into creative and commercial photo editing workflows. Students will explore detailed portrait retouching, digital makeup application, realistic 3D depth techniques, and advanced background manipulation. You’ll also learn to perform object removals, composite images seamlessly, change colours with accuracy, and master golden hour, neon, and landscape edits. Historical photo restoration and black-and-white colouring techniques round out the module. By the end of this module, students will be able to professionally retouch, enhance, and transform images for high-impact results across photography, design, and media.
This module introduces students to the groundbreaking world of AI-powered editing in Photoshop. You’ll experiment with beta features and explore Adobe’s Neural Filters—innovative tools that use machine learning to apply complex effects with just a few clicks. From skin smoothing and depth-aware adjustments to facial enhancements and style transfers, these tools revolutionise how creatives approach retouching. By the end of this module, students will be equipped to harness AI-driven filters for faster, more intuitive, and highly professional visual editing.
In this design-focused module, students will learn to apply essential visual communication principles in digital projects. You’ll explore composition strategies for posters, understand the fundamentals of logo design, and gain practical skills in colour theory. Using real-world examples, students will discover how balance, contrast, hierarchy, and colour application impact viewer perception and engagement. By the end of this module, students will be able to create visually compelling, brand-ready assets using strong design fundamentals and thoughtful colour choices.
This hands-on module guides students through real-world design projects that build technical skill and creative confidence. You’ll design business cards, social media graphics, food promotion posters, and repeating patterns for web and print. The module then transitions into logo creation, including line logos and full visual identity systems. Finally, students will compile a professional brand guidelines document—an industry-standard resource used by designers worldwide. By the end of this module, students will have developed a complete brand identity from concept to execution and produced a polished design portfolio showcasing their work.
This module immerses students in the creative world of digital illustration using Photoshop. Beginning with the precision of the Pen Tool and basic shapes, students will explore methods for applying colour, creating scalable 2D artwork, and mastering flat design principles. The course then delves into simulating depth through 3D effects, experimenting with digital watercolour textures, and crafting richly layered storybook-style illustrations. By the end of this module, students will confidently produce original digital illustrations in a range of visual styles, each tailored for professional and creative applications.
In this final core module, students will reflect on their learning journey while exploring the diverse career pathways within graphic design, photo editing, and digital content creation. The session covers tips for building a professional portfolio, advice on freelancing and agency work, and guidance for continuous skill development using Adobe tools. By the end of this module, students will have a clear understanding of potential next steps in the creative industry and how to position themselves for future design opportunities.
This capstone experience allows students to apply everything they’ve learned in a series of advanced, portfolio-ready projects. You’ll create realistic product mock-ups, use glow and luminosity for compelling visual effects, explore artistic double exposure compositions, and experiment with bold, brutalist poster typography. These guided challenges push creative boundaries while reinforcing key technical skills. By the end of this module, students will have developed a diverse design portfolio that showcases their creative voice, technical versatility, and readiness for real-world client work or career opportunities.
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Candice L.

Candice, also known as Candy, is an engaging and charismatic tutor with a passion for graphic design. Currently studying Visual Communication at RMIT University in Melbourne, her teaching approach focuses on instilling the necessary skills and creativity in her students to succeed in this dynamic field. Candy's warm and welcoming personality creates an inviting learning environment, where students are encouraged to express themselves creatively. Beyond design, she enjoys soccer and visiting local Irish pubs.

Sarah P.

Sarah, a talented UX designer, plays a pivotal role at the Online Business Academy by focusing on website design and sharing her expertise as a UX design tutor. With a solid background in graphic design, she seamlessly incorporates aesthetics and user-centered principles into her work. Sarah's skill set encompasses user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing, resulting in visually appealing and highly functional design solutions. Her dedication to user satisfaction and empathetic approach ensure the creation of engaging and user-friendly digital experiences.

Patricia C.

Patricia, a seasoned video editing professional, brings her passion for storytelling to her role as a tutor at the Online Business Academy. With a focus on motion graphics and video editing, she excels in captivating audiences through the power of visual storytelling. Patricia's extensive experience in the field provides her with technical expertise and practical insights into the art of video editing. She is proficient in using a variety of editing software and tools to transform ideas into visually compelling narratives.

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Not at all. This course starts from scratch and takes you step-by-step through every tool and feature.

You’ll be able to edit and retouch photos, design posters and social media graphics, create mock-ups, and develop professional-quality visuals for digital and print use.

This course takes approximately 60 hours, and you’ll have lifetime access to this course. Study in your own time, at your own pace. Most of The Online Business Academy courses are designed so that you do one module a week. But if life gets busy you can take longer and even apply for a course extension if you need more time.

Yes. You’ll earn an industry-recognised certificate that can be added to your CV and LinkedIn profile.

You’ll get unlimited tutor support, personalised feedback on your work, and access to the Career Centre for CV and job-readiness guidance.

It’s designed by professional designers, with real projects that build your portfolio — not just theory. You’ll gain practical, job-ready skills that YouTube can’t match.

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