3 Content Design courses in Edinburgh

Build a rewarding career in content design Build a rewarding career in content design with a globally recognised, industry-approved qualification. Get the mindset, the confidence and the skills that will help you stand out in a rapidly growing industry. Why take this course: Be in demand. Certified qualifications will help you stand out in a fast-growing industry Build a career with impact. Design content experiences that will influence users worldwide Broaden your opportunities. Optimise your skills to get hired at leading companies Get qualified. Earn a university credit-rated certification approved by industry leaders Gain the confidence you need to succeed. Our mentors, career advisors and student community will support you all the way University credit-rated, industry-approved Our content design course is credit-rated by Glasgow Caledonian University and has been reviewed and endorsed by leaders in the tech industry. It covers everything you need to become a certified content design professional. Study method Online, self-paced Duration 10 weeks Access to content 12 months Qualification Professional Certificate in Content Design Awarded by Scottish Qualifications Authority trading as SQA Additional info Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price Tutor is available to students Description In this Professional Certificate in Content Design course you will learn: An introduction to content design. Understand what content design is and the role of a content designer. Principles of good content design Learn the core principles of content design and why it matters. Voice, tone and style Learn how voice, tone, and style can create a cohesive product experience. Understanding your users Uncover your audience's goals and content needs. Writing for interfaces Learn to write microcopy for buttons, notifications and other UI elements. The product mindset Develop a product mindset by learning about product design systems and tools. Testing content Learn how to test, evaluate and improve your content. AI for content design Learn how to use AI tools to become a more effective content designer. Working in content design Learn how to be the content champion within your organisation. Support at every step From day one, you’ll be part of a lively community of tutors, mentors and fellow students that support each other along the way. Student Success team Our friendly and responsive team will help you stay on track and keep you accountable. Course mentor Your course mentor is an expert content designer who brings years of practical insight. Student community Collaborate, share tips and build connections on our lively student Slack channels. Who is this course for? Writers and journalists who want to enhance their skills for the digital world UX and UI designers who want to become more rounded professionals Content designers looking for a formal qualification that validates their expertise Digital marketers who need content design skills to succeed in their roles Anybody with a writing, content or design background looking for a creative tech job Requirements Background You don’t need experience in design or technology to enrol in our courses. To get the most value from this course, you will need some experience in writing and a genuine interest in words and language. Commitment You do need to be motivated and committed. We set a high bar. Studying for one of our professional qualifications requires a certain amount of time, energy and focus. English language To take this course, you should be fluent in verbal and written English. If English is not your first language, you should have a proficiency of C1 as defined by the CEFRL (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).

To drive actions and get decisions made, you need to be able to present effectively to customers, clients, senior managers or colleagues. The perfect presentation is a potent combination of content, design and delivery  You need to distill down complex concepts, large data sets, intricate processes and innovative ideas. You need to make the right design choices to ensure your slide decks communicate quickly (as well as looking great). And you need the confidence and storytelling techniques to lead your audience through the content.  This course is for anyone who regularly needs to create and deliver presentations for different stakeholders. It will cover how to plan, design and deliver brilliant presentations.  Sample learning content  Session 1: Planning a presentation  Assessing the needs and level of understanding of your audience. Frameworks for building a logical and compelling narrative. Emphasising key messages, while allowing for deep dives and questions. Session 2: Presenting data and processes Understand graphical perception and how people absorb visual information. Effective charts for different types of data stories. How to display processes, timelines and organisational structures. Session 3: Design tricks Using colours to add emphasis and meaning. Creating hierarchies of information to help your audience. Building templates and style guides. Session 4: Delivery techniques Perfecting your performance in-person or online. Dealing with difficult questions and hostile audiences. Refining the beginning, middle and end of your narrative. Delivery We deliver our courses over Zoom, to maximise flexibility. The training can be delivered in a single day, or across multiple sessions. All of our courses are live and interactive – every session includes a mix of formal tuition and hands-on exercises. To ensure this is possible, the number of attendees is capped at 16 people.  Tutor Alan Rutter is the founder of Fire Plus Algebra. He is a specialist in communicating complex subjects through data visualisation, writing and design. He teaches for General Assembly and runs in-house training for public sector clients including the Home Office, the Department of Transport, the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, the Health Foundation, and numerous local government and emergency services teams. He previously worked with Guardian Masterclasses on curating and delivering new course strands, including developing and teaching their B2B data visualisation courses. He oversaw the iPad edition launches of Wired, GQ, Vanity Fair and Vogue in the UK, and has worked with Condé Nast International as product owner on a bespoke digital asset management system for their 11 global markets. Testimonial "We’ve now worked with Alan for almost 3 years, and during that time he has continued to deliver the highest quality training for our clients and delegates. Alan’s passionate delivery style has continued to deliver innovative training solutions to over 1500 delegates across the public, private and voluntary sector. Each of our courses with him has always delivered exceptional feedback and satisfaction levels." Joe Barlow | Head of Programme, Understanding ModernGov

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Digital Marketing Work Placement ProgrammeCourse Description In today’s world, the Marketing industry is more competitive than ever and goes beyond simply having theoretical qualifications. Candidates who desire to make an impression are required to have an understanding of a broad range of marketing activities. Our 3-month training programme provides everything you need to become fully qualified in Marketing practice & management. Once you have completed your training session you will gain accredited certifications and three months of remote experience directly with one of our clients. CPD 120 CPD hours / pointsAccredited by The CPD Certification Service Description What’s Included Three months full access to the online course Professional certification Digital certifications Guaranteed work placement (12 weeks) Learn industry-leading skills and stand out from the crowd. Information-packed practical training starting from basics to advanced testing techniques. Best suitable for beginners to advanced level users and who learn faster when demonstrated. Course content designed by considering current trends in the job market. A practical learning experience with live project work and examples. *Terms Apply Who is this course for? Who is it for? Part Qualified, Freshly Qualified Marketing Students Graduates with No or little Job Experience Students Currently Studying or intending to study Marketing or want to refresh knowledge on SMM and SEO People who are already working in the industry but want to gain further knowledge about SMM and SEO Thinking of opening a Marketing business Career path Marketing Manager - average salary - £50,000 Digital Marketing Executive - average salary - £26,000

In today’s world, the design industry is more competitive than ever and goes beyond simply having theoretical qualifications. Candidates whom desire to make an impression are required to have an understanding of key design principles and trends. Our 3-month training programme provides everything you need to become fully qualified. Once you have completed your training session you will gain accredited certifications and three months of remote experience directly with one of our clients.The Graphic & Digital Design Work Placement Programme helps candidates develop their skills & experience, this is a great way to kick start your Graphic & Digital Design career. CPD 120 CPD hours / pointsAccredited by The CPD Certification Service Description What’s Included Three months full access to the online course Professional certification Digital certifications Guaranteed work placement (12 weeks) Learn industry-leading software and stand out from the crowd. Information-packed practical training starting from basics to advanced testing techniques. Best suitable for beginners to advanced level users and who learn faster when demonstrated. Course content designed by considering current software testing technology and the job market. A practical learning experience with live project work and examples. *Terms Apply Who is this course for? Who is it for? Part Qualified, Freshly Qualified Graphic & Digital Design Students Graduates with No or little Job Experience Students Currently Studying or intending to study Graphic & Digital Design or want to refresh your knowledge on photoshop People who are already working in the industry but want to gain further knowledge Thinking of opening a Graphic & Digital Design agency Career path Junior Graphic Designer - £15,000 to £19,000 per annum Senior Graphic Designer - £35,000 to £55,000 per annum

In today’s world, the accounting and finance industry is more competitive than ever and goes beyond simply having theoretical qualifications. Candidates who desire to make an impression are required to have an understanding of computerised packages such as Sage 50 Accounts & Microsoft Excel. Our 3-month training programme provides everything you need to become fully qualified in Sage 50 Accounts & Microsoft Excel. Once you have completed your training session you will gain accredited certifications and three months of remote experience directly with one of our clients. After completing this programme candidates will be able to showcase that they have the following: Sage 50 Accounts Beginners Sage 50 Accounts Intermediate Sage 50 Accounts Advanced Microsoft Excel for Accountants beginners to advanced 3 months of remote work experience Job reference Career support This comprehensive training programme has been developed to enhance your CV and boost your job prospects. CPD 480 CPD hours / pointsAccredited by The CPD Certification Service Description What’s included 3 months access to the online course Professional qualifications Guaranteed work placement (12 weeks) Accountancy certifications Learn industry-leading software to stand out from the crowd Information-packed practical training starting from basics to advance principles Course content designed considering current software and the job market trends A practical learning experience working with live company data Who is this course for? Part Qualified, Freshly Qualified Accountancy Students Graduates with No or little Job Experience Students Currently Studying or intending to study Accountancy or want to refresh knowledge on tax and accounting People who are already working in the industry but want to gain further knowledge about tax and accounting And Thinking of opening an accountancy/Tax/Payroll Practice Requirements There are no formal entry requirements for this course. We also expect the candidates to have basic knowledge of Accountancy. Career path Candidates who have completed this programme have secured jobs in the following roles; Trainee Accountant – Salary £24,750 Credit Controller – Salary £21,434.43 General Ledger Accountant – Salary £23,850.60 Accountant – Salary £28,985.77 Insurance Accountant – Salary £29,541.25

In today’s world, the HR industry is more competitive than ever and goes beyond simply having theoretical qualifications. Candidates who desire to make an impression are required to have an understanding of a broad range of HR activities. Our 3-month training programme provides everything you need to become fully qualified in HR practice & management. Once you have completed your training session you will gain accredited certifications and three months of remote experience directly with one of our clients. After completing this programme candidates will be able to showcase that they have the following: HR practice and Management award 3 months of remote work experience Job reference Career support This comprehensive training programme has been developed to enhance your CV and boost your job prospects. CPD 120 CPD hours / pointsAccredited by The CPD Certification Service Description 3 months full access to the WPP Professional certification Digital certifications Guaranteed work placement (3 – 6 months) Learn industry-leading skills and stand out from the crowd. Information-packed practical training starting from basics to advanced testing techniques. Best suitable for beginners to advanced level users and who learn faster when demonstrated. Course content designed by considering current trends in the job market. A practical learning experience with live project work and examples. *Terms Apply Training Period: 4-12 Weeks Assessment: To pass the course learners are required to successfully pass an online examination. HR Work Experience: 3 Months after the training. HR work experience or Human Resources Job placement is optional. When can you start: You must first apply to be selected. The training takes place online. Once you finish your training modules then you can start the remote job placement. Payment Options: Full Fee:£1195 Buy Now Pay Later: Join from as little as £395 and spread the cost over monthly instalments. Who is this course for? Part Qualified, Freshly Qualified HR Students Graduates with No or little Job Experience Students Currently Studying or intending to study HR or want to refresh knowledge People who are already working in the industry but want to gain further knowledge Requirements There are no formal entry requirements for this course. We also expect the candidates to have basic knowledge of Human Resources. Career path Secure yourself an entry-level HR role.

In today’s world, the legal industry is more competitive than ever and goes beyond simply having theoretical qualifications. Candidates who desire to make an impression are required to have an understanding of a broad range of marketing activities Our 3-month training programme provides everything you need to become fully qualified in Legal practice & management. Once you have completed your training session you will gain accredited certifications and three months of remote experience directly with one of our clients. After completing this programme candidates will be able to showcase that they have the following: Paralegal Practice & Management Training 3 months of remote work experience Job reference Career support This comprehensive training programme has been developed to enhance your CV and boost your job prospects. CPD 480 CPD hours / pointsAccredited by The CPD Certification Service Description What’s IncludedThree months full access to the online courseProfessional certificationGuaranteed work placement (12 weeks )Learn industry-leading skills and stand out from the crowd.Information-packed practical training starting from basics to advanced testing techniques.Best suitable for beginners to advanced level users and who learn faster when demonstrated.Course content designed by considering current trends in the job market.A practical learning experience with live project work and examples.*Terms Apply – Terms of serviceLegal Work ExperienceWe guarantee 12 weeks of legal work experience. These legal programme can equip you with the expertise required to secure law jobs.A few examples of the duties you would be expected to carry out during your legal job placement are;Advising employees on employment law and the employer’s own employment policies and proceduresManage legal documentation and correspondence in strict confidenceWork with solicitors to develop legal arguments, motions and other case filingsCorrespond with solicitors, court and clientsCase planning, development, and managementLegal research, fact gathering and information retrievalOnline Training period: 4-12 Weeks (this can be extended if required*)Assessment: To pass the course learners are required to successfully pass an online MCQ examination.*Terms Apply – Terms of serviceWhen can you start? You must first apply to be selected. The training takes place online. Once you finish your training modules then you can start the remote job placement.Career pathWe understand the importance of work experience, this can often be a deciding factor when applying for legal training jobs, with this in mind we have developed a comprehensive job placement programme that will make you eligible for a wide variety of entry-level legal roles.The legal work experience programme offers candidates law firm work experience and the relevant training required to secure graduate law jobs, graduate paralegal jobs and legal assistant jobs.Candidates who have completed this programme have secured jobs in the following roles;Legal Secretary – Salary £19,000Legal Assistant- Salary £21,000Assistant Paralegal – Salary £24,000Paralegal – Salary £27,064Solicitor – Salary £47,000 Who is this course for? Who is it for?Part qualified paralegals and newly qualified law studentsGraduates with no or little legal work experienceStudents currently studying or intending to study law or want to refresh their knowledgeCandidates working in legal assistant jobs who want career progressionIndividuals who are working in legal jobs but want to gain further knowledgeCandidates who want to open a firm Requirements There are no formal entry requirements for this course. We also expect the candidates to have basic knowledge of the law. Career path Kick start your entry-level career as a paralegal. Legal Secretary – Salary £19,000 Legal Assistant- Salary £21,000 Assistant Paralegal – Salary £24,000 Paralegal – Salary £27,064 Solicitor – Salary £47,000

This one-day course introduces the field of user experience and provides an excellent entry point to our other specialised training courses. UX processes and practices have become a central component of product design, service design and web design.