
- Instructor: Shrey Talati
- Duration: 10 weeks
Overview
The Adobe Certified Associate Program at Ideal Institute of Technology is an 1125-clock-hour training program designed to provide students with comprehensive skills in graphic design, digital marketing, and multimedia production. This program equips students with proficiency in industry-standard Adobe software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and After Effects.
Students will also gain hands-on experience in real-world design and marketing scenarios, culminating in a final project to showcase their expertise. Additionally, the program offers a paid Work-Based Learning opportunity, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for success in creative industries.
This program is divided into five 225-clock-hour courses that cover a broad range of essential skills for careers in graphic design, video editing, and digital marketing:
- FM200: Graphic Design Fundamentals with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (225 clock hours)
Master the basics of graphic design, including image editing, vector graphics creation, and digital illustration, using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. - FM210: Print & Layout Design with Adobe InDesign and Acrobat (225 clock hours)
Learn to create professional print layouts, brochures, and publications using Adobe InDesign and Acrobat, while mastering print production techniques. - FM220: Video Editing & Motion Graphics with Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects (225 clock hours)
Develop video editing and motion graphics skills, from storytelling and editing techniques to creating engaging animations with Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. - FM230: Digital Marketing (225 clock hours)
Explore the fundamentals of digital marketing, including social media strategy, content creation, email campaigns, and analytics to effectively promote brands and products. - FM240: Adobe Certified Associate Final Project (225 clock hours)
Apply your skills to a comprehensive, real-world project, creating a professional portfolio piece that demonstrates your expertise in design, video production, and marketing.
Certification:
Graduates will earn the Adobe Certified Associate credential, a globally recognized certification validating proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud tools.
Career Opportunities:
This program prepares students for a variety of creative roles in design, marketing, and multimedia production, such as:
- Graphic Designer
- Digital Marketing Specialist
- Video Editor
- Motion Graphics Artist
- Multimedia Designer
- Content Creator
Graduates will also have the skills and knowledge to work as freelancers or start their own creative businesses. Ideal Institute of Technology offers career support and industry connections to help students achieve their professional goals.
Eligible students can participate in a Paid Work-Based Learning Opportunity, gaining practical experience in graphic design, video production, and digital marketing.
- Eligibility: Maintain a 90% attendance rate, complete 450 clock hours, and achieve a minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Hourly Pay: $16–$22 per hour.
- Work Hours: 10–20 hours per week.
This unique feature of the program ensures students graduate with not only technical skills but also valuable real-world experience to succeed in the creative industry.
Unleash your creativity and build a successful career in design and multimedia with Ideal Institute of Technology’s Adobe Certified Associate Program!