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Preparing For Self-Employment: Get Started With CANVA - Starter
Course Summary
Code: T00167
Location: THE ENGINE ROOM
Places: Available
Cost: £0 - £64 Details
Starting: 18 September 2025
Day: Thursday
Time: 14:00
Duration: 4 sessions over 4 week(s)
By continuing you confirm that you are aged 19 or over and have agreed to the the terms and conditions
Description
This is a practical, hands-on course designed to teach you how to use Canva, a popular and user-friendly graphic design tool. You'll learn the basics of creating professional-looking visuals for any purpose, from professional presentations to stunning posters.
This course is perfect for students, job seekers, or anyone looking to add a valuable skill to their resume. If you need to create visually appealing documents for work, school, or a side project, this course will give you the confidence to do it yourself!
What this course explores:
- Navigating Canva's interface with ease
- Choosing the right templates for your purpose
- Customising designs to suit your style and audience
- Creating impactful PowerPoint presentations
- Designing posters that capture attention
- Applying practical design skills for work, study, or personal projects
This starter course is taught through simple, step-by-step tutorials. Developing a solid understanding of a graphic design tool like Canva is a powerful employability skill. It can help you stand out in job applications, enhance the quality of your school projects and even support you in creating content for your own business or passion project.
What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course is suitable if you're a beginner and want to learn about this subject, and you don't have relevant knowledge or experience.
What will I need to bring?
Please bring photo ID with you e.g. passport or driving licence.
Will I be assessed?
There is no formal assessment for this course. Your tutor will provide feedback to help you improve.
What can I do next?
At the end of this course, if you'd like to continue with your learning in this subject, you'll be able to progress onto our Developer Level courses.
Our workshops and courses are designed to provide essential skills, develop confidence and resilience, improve your health and wellbeing, prepare you for further learning or employment, provide ways to learn with your family and build communities. We have a wide range of workshops and courses, and you can explore more on our website. There's something for everyone!
Time and duration
Start Date: 18 September 2025
Start Time: 14:00
Day: Thursday Afternoon
First Lesson Duration: 02:00
Total Weeks: 4
Location
THE ENGINE ROOM
50-52 High Street
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 3BL