Adobe authorised live online course with study materials and certificate of completion included During this 1 day intermediate level course you will learn how to utilise the powerful image editing capabilities of Adobe Photoshop. Building on the topics covered in our Introduction to Photoshop, you will learn how to work with multiple layers, use layer masks, learn how to use smart objects, add sophisticated filters. Re-touching and repairing, montages and image correction techniques are also covered. Description Completing this course will enable you to do the following and more: Work with Smart Objects Understand Image Input and Output Navigate Shortcuts Work with Selections Enhance or correct an Image Use Layers efficiently Work with Multiple Layers Work with Masks Paint and Retouch Images Using Textures and Imported Graphics Creating Stunning Special Effects with Glows and Filters Design Page Layouts Creating Artwork for Print and Web Use Adobe Bridge Automate Workflow For the full course content please download the course information pdf listed above. Who is this course for? This course is perfect for existing Photoshop users who want to further develop their skills and abilities with the application. Requirements Attendees should have a basic knowledge of Photoshop. You will need a broadband internet connection to participate in this live online course. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included
Adobe Authorised Training. Live online course with study materials and certificate of completion included Adobe Photoshop has long been the go-to application for image editing of all kinds. It’s used for everything from enhancing or manipulating photographs for print to formatting images for social media and website use. During this beginners course at our central London studios you will learn how to utilise Photoshop's powerful image editing capabilities. You will receive expert training in using tools for resizing, retouching and enhancing images with selections and layers. Resources Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Course Information Description Completing this course will enable you to do the following and more: Understand the concepts of non-destructive image editing Understand differences between image file types Re-size, crop and export images Create special effects using filters Confidently work with multiple Photoshop layers Perform substantial image corrections and enhancements Format and optimise images for web & social media use Add text to your images Produce banner ads for web advertising For the full course content please download the course information pdf listed above. Who is this course for? This workshop is suitable for anyone who wishes to learn Photoshop from scratch or wants to improve their existing knowledge of the program. Requirements Attendees should have basic PC or Mac skills. You will need a broadband internet connection to participate in this live online course. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included
Adobe authorised live online course with study materials and certificate of completion included During this 1 day intermediate level Adobe Illustrator course you will learn how to use Illustrator's tools to create stunning illustrations and type effects. Building on our Introduction to Illustrator (or your exisiting basic knowledge) you will learn how to work with colours, create printable documents, use gradients, layers, fonts, text effects, work with page and product design along with many other more advanced features. Description Professional Drawing with Illustrator Scale and Resizing Use Guides and Rulers Work with Colours in Illustrator Work with Clipping Masks Use Text copy and Typography in Illustrator Modify Objects Import and work with Textures Work with Opacity Work with 3D Elements Output your Artwork Bring a Fluorescent Transparency to Life Create Layouts for Product Placement and Packaging Save for Web & Devices For the full course content please download the course information pdf listed above. Who is this course for? This is a great course for existing Adobe Illustrator users who want to learn how to make use of more of the applications powerful features and improve their workflow. Requirements Attendees should have a basic knowledge of Illustrator. You will need a broadband internet connection to participate in this live online course. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included
InDesign is the professional choice for creating brochures, posters, magazines, e-books and apps. Through this Zoom delivered, online introductory course, you will receive expert InDesign training in how to create documents and prepare them for print or export as a PDF. Professional colour management, typography and advanced graphics and effects are all explored. This course covers all you need to know to get started with the application.
Adobe authorised live online course with study materials and certificate of completion included Our advanced Adobe Photoshop course has been developed especially for Photoshop users who want to harness the full potential of the programme. You will learn advanced techniques for replacing colour, professional image retouching methods and complex blending techniques for integrating textures. You will also discover power user keyboard shortcuts and the advantages of different techniques for masking complex objects, plus much more. Description Completing this course will enable you to do the following and more: Use advanced image retouching Use advanced image restoration techniques Work with Smart Objects Learn Quick and effective techniques for masking complex objects Use Advanced retouching techniques using blending layers Work with Textures Use Texture integration using advanced blending techniques Implement Non-destructive transformations using smart objects Work with Advanced sharpening and noise reduction techniques Record, import and execute actions Make Selections from colour and alpha channels Improve your workflow Use Power Shortcuts Access Repousse and 3D layers For the full course content please download the course information pdf listed above. Who is this course for? This course is perfect for existing Photoshop users who want to learn how to make use of more of the applications powerful features and improve their workflow. Requirements Attendees should have a good working knowledge of Photoshop. You will need a broadband internet connection to participate in this live online course. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included
During this 1 day Intermediate level InDesign course you will explore powerful layout and typographical controls, working with layers, creating multipage documents, using clipping paths and preparing for print. This course is ideal for anybody who already uses InDesign and wishes to progress to a professional level. Comprehensive colour management, typography and advanced graphics and effects are also covered.
Adobe authorised live online course with study materials and certificate of completion included Designed with the experienced user in mind, this one day course offers those already familiar with Illustrator the chance to explore more of its complex creative options, and increase their productivity and output. Creating 3D type and shapes, advanced use of colour and bespoke brushes are just some of the advanced techniques you will learn for creating professional print and web-ready artwork. Description Completing this course will enable you to do the following and more: Use Professional Artboard setup Work with Advanced drawing and path editing techniques Use Advanced Layers with Sub Layers Create and edit Symbols Create and edit Brushes Learn Power user shortcuts/workflow techniques Use Advanced colour, creating Colour Groups, colour management Use Advanced typography and text layout techniques Create 3D shapes Create 3D type Work with Gradient Mesh tool to create effects Add multiple effects to a single object Use Non-destructive design using Appearance Create and use Actions For the full course content please download the course information pdf listed above. Who is this course for? This course is perfect for experienced Illustrator users who want to learn how to make use of more of the applications powerful features and improve their workflow. Requirements Attendees should have a good working knowledge of Illustrator. You will need a broadband internet connection to participate in this live online course. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included
During this 1 day Intermediate level InDesign course you will explore powerful layout and typographical controls, working with layers, creating multipage documents, using clipping paths and preparing for print. This course is ideal for anybody who already uses InDesign and wishes to progress to a professional level. Comprehensive colour management, typography and advanced graphics and effects are also covered.
The WSET Level 2 Award in Wines has full accreditation from OfQual as a Level 2 Vocational Qualification. Through a combination of tasting and theory you will explore the factors that impact the style and quality of wine and learn how to describe wines with confidence. Course Schedule: The 8 x 2-hour online sessions on - What the course covers Wine tasting: You will learn how to taste and describe wines using the WSET Systematic Approach to Tasting (SAT) Food and wine pairing: You will learn the principles of food and wine pairing Wine service and storage: You will learn the correct way to store and serve wine and how to recognise common faults found in wine Labelling: You will learn how to decode and understand wine labels Factors influencing the style of wine: You will explore how environmental factors, grape-growing, vineyard and maturation options influence the style and quality of the wines made all over the world Grape varieties: You'll learn about the styles of wines produced by the key international red and white grape varieties (Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Syrah/Shiraz) as well as the styles of wines made with 22 regionally important grape varieties grown in 70 wine regions (GI's) around the world Sparkling and Fortified wines: You will be taught how grape varieties and winemaking processes influence the style of wines in these two key wine categories. No prior wine knowledge is required however the course builds upon the WSET Level 1 Award in Wines course. It is not essential to complete Level 1 to join the Level 2 course but if you are a complete begineer you may wish to consider this option. We recommend you read the course specification document HERE for full details of the content, structure and assesment criteria. Any questions please get in touch. Course delivery The Level 2 Award in Wines online course covers the same syllabus as the classroom course and is delivered in LIVE interactive online lessons by one of our certified wine educators This course includes 16 hours online tuition in 8 x 2hr sessions and we recommend a minimum of 12 hours additional study Your tutor will give you a guided tasting of 12 wines on this course (for details of how to order the wines see below) You will receive access to practice multiple-choice revision questions specific to this course - FREE OF CHARGE Please note a reliable broadband connection is essential for the completion of this online course as are basic computer skills. Examination To obtain the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines Qualification, you will need to successfully pass the exam. The exam is made up of 50 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 1 hour. A mark of 55% is required to pass the exam. The exam is taken online via a Remote Invigilation service giving you the flexibility to take the exam at a time and date of your choice. More details will be sent upon registration. Please ensure you read the information HERE if you wish to take the exam online. Whats included All WSET course materials posted to you at no extra charge including: Looking Behind the Label course manual, Study Guide, specification and SAT Tasting Card LIVE virtual interactive sessions taught by a Local Wine School WSET Certified Tutor Exclusive access to practice multiple choice questions provided FREE OF CHARGE WSET exam fee Remote Invigilation service Internationally recognised WSET qualification, certificate and pin for those who pass the exam VAT at 20% (VAT receipt can be provided on request) Course Wines It is recommended that at least 12 wines are tasted as part of this course, although this is optional and the cost of wines is not included in the course fee above. Our wine experts have specially selected wines for this course designed to demonstrate specific learning outcomes. We have negotiated a discounted price only available to our online students. Details of how to order your case of wines will be provided when you book your place. The cost is approx £150 including VAT and delivery. Wine preservation advice is give so that after each tasting exercise you can reseal and return to the wines over the coming days. Special Educational Needs Please make the school aware if you have a condition which may mean that you will qualify for additional help during the exam such as dyslexia. Important dates Registration deadline: please book at least 5 days before the start of the course, to allow time to send materials and order the tasting wines.
This online course trains you as a Youth Mental Health First Aider (MHFAider®), giving you: An in-depth understanding of young people’s mental health and factors that affect wellbeing Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues Confidence to reassure and support a young person in distress Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening Knowledge to help a young person recover their health by guiding them to further support – whether that’s through self-help sites, their place of learning, the NHS, or a mix – engaging with parents, carers and external agencies where appropriate Ability to support a young person with a long term mental health issue or disability to thrive Tools to look after your own mental wellbeing Format This is an online course delivered through the MHFA England Online Learning Hub Learning takes place through four live training sessions spread across one to two weeks, with self-learning activities in between. See course structure section below for more detail Each session is built around a Youth Mental Health First Aid action plan We limit numbers to 16 people per course so that the instructor can keep people safe and supported while they learn Course StructureSession 1: Introduction Individual learning (1 hour 15 minutes): Introduction to the Online Youth Mental Health First Aid course and the Online Learning Hub Activity 1: Why Youth Mental Health First Aid? Activity 2: What is ALGEE? Activity 3: What is mental health? Activity 4: Mental health and stigma Activity 5: Mental health quiz: Impact of mental health Activity 6: Risk and protective factors for mental health Activity 7: The Stress Container Live session (2 hours 35 minutes): Introduction to the course Outline of live session 1, the value of Youth Mental Health First Aid Introduce ALGEE Recap what mental health is Recap the Mental Health Continuum Stigma Recap why Youth Mental Health First Aid is important Recap risk and protective factors The Stress Container The Frame of Reference Session 2: Depression, Anxiety & Self-Care Individual learning (1 hour 15 minutes): Activity 8: Your Stress Container Activity 9: Your Frame of Reference Activity 10: What is depression? Activity 11: What is anxiety? Live session (2 hours 10 minutes): Introduction to live session 2 Recap of homework after live session 1 Recap depression Signs and symptoms of depression in a young person Recap anxiety Signs and symptoms of anxiety in a young person ALGEE for depression and anxiety in a young person ALGEE for depression and anxiety, action 1 ALGEE for depression and anxiety, action 2-5 Self-care and close Session 3: Suicide & PsychosisIndividual learning (1 hour 20 minutes) Activity 12: Adolescent brain development Activity 13: About suicide Activity 14: Suicide risk factors Activity 15: What is psychosis? Activity 16: Lived experience of psychosis Activity 17: ALGEE for psychosis Live session (2 hours 5 minutes) Introduction to live session 3 Recap suicide Explore the impact of suicidal feelings ALGEE for suicidal crisis Practice non-judgemental listening skills Recap psychosis Recap warning signs and symptoms of psychosis Recap ALGEE for psychosis Session 4: Self-harm, Recovery & Action PlanningIndividual learning (1 hour 35 minutes) Activity 18: What is self-harm? Activity 19: What are eating disorders? Activity 20: Resilience Workbook activity 7: My action plan for using Youth Mental Health First Aid (completed after live session) Live session (2 hours 25 minutes) Introduction to live session 4 Recap self-harm, the self-harm continuum Warning signs of self-harm in young people ALGEE for self-harm Recap eating disorders ALGEE for eating disorders Applying MHFA to family and carers; the Recovery Tree Evaluation forms and close