Canva is used by millions of businesses, creators, and individuals across Australia — and knowing how to use it well is a real, practical skill that employers notice. This free course teaches you how to get the most out of it, from scratch, with no design experience needed. Across 3 modules, you'll learn the fundamentals of visual design — colour, typography, layout, and hierarchy — while building real projects inside Canva's free tools. By the end, you'll have designed your own standout CV, a set of social media graphics, and a simple presentation, all ready to use. HOW IT WORKS 🕒 3 Modules × 3 Lessons · Each lesson approx. 20 minutes · ~3 hours total 📝 Short multiple choice quiz at the end of each module — 70% pass mark required 🌐 100% online and self-paced — learn whenever, wherever 📄 Downloadable course workbook included (PDF) 🏅 Certificate of Achievement + verified digital badge issued on completion WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM THIS COURSE ✅ A microcredential certificate to add to your CV under Skills & Interests ✅ Confidence using Canva to create professional documents, graphics, and presentations ✅ Understanding of basic design principles — colour, layout, font, and visual balance ✅ A mini portfolio of real projects you can show employers: CV, social graphics, slides ✅ A practical creative skill applicable to admin, marketing, events, and social media roles PLEASE NOTE: All CertSmart courses are developed by qualified Australian educators and industry professionals. This course uses Canva's free plan — no paid subscription is required. For those interested in pursuing graphic design or digital media further, explore Certificate IV in Design or Digital Media through a registered training organisation (RTO). This course self-aligns to Australia's National Microcredential Framework (NMF).
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