Good design is not about talent. It is about knowing the rules — contrast, alignment, hierarchy, repetition, colour, and typography — and applying them consistently. This course teaches you those rules and shows you how to apply them using tools that are free and accessible. Across 3 modules, you will learn the core design principles, how to use Canva and basic Adobe tools to create professional-quality work, and how to design for real-world briefs including social media graphics, brand identity, and digital marketing materials. This course is designed for young Australians interested in a design career, small business owners who want to create their own marketing materials, and anyone who has ever looked at professional design and wondered how it was done. 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 ✅ Understanding of the core design principles — contrast, alignment, hierarchy, repetition, and whitespace ✅ Practical skills in using Canva and basic Adobe tools to create professional-quality graphics ✅ Knowledge of typography and colour theory and how to apply them to any design project PLEASE NOTE: All CertSmart courses are developed by industry professionals and educators in accordance with Australia's National Microcredential Framework. This course provides an introduction to graphic design principles and tools. It does not replace formal qualifications in design or visual communications.
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