Publishing & Design - Price £275.00
This course enables you to buy the industry's leading design and publishing software packages - at student prices.
These are the course packages available:
- QuarkXpress 7 Passport
- Adobe® Creative Suite® 3 Design Premium
- Adobe Illustrator® CS3
- Adobe Flash® CS3 Professional
- Adobe Photoshop® Lightroom®
- Adobe Photoshop CS3 Extended
- Adobe Dreamweaver® CS3
- Adobe Premiere® Pro CS3
- Adobe InDesign® CS3
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Is this a proper course?
Yes, we are recognised by the UK Government and are fully accredited.
See Why you can trust us.
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Who is the course for?
Anyone who wants to learn the basics of one or more of the software packages listed above, so they can use the skills at work, at home, or to get a job within media, design or publishing.
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How does the course work?
When you enrol, we will provide you with details of a supplier, so that you can buy the software of your choice at the heavily-discounted student price.
We will also provide you with a letter, confirming that you are one of our students. This will enable you to get the activation code which you will need to use the software.
We will then provide you with course Modules, which include online tutorials and other useful tips.
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How long will the course take?
These software packages are difficult to learn, and need constant practice over a period of time. The course will last a minimum of two years.
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Is there any tutorial support?
Yes, you can email your tutor any time - as often as you need to. We guarantee to respond within two working days, although we are usually much quicker. We will phone you if there is an issue that cannot be dealt with by email.
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Who is my tutor?
Your tutor will be Cleland Thom, who is recognised as one of the UK's leading trainers. He has used desktop publishing and design software as an editor and sub editor for many years.>
He has run courses in various programmes for businesses, magazines, newspapers, colleges and training organisations across the UK for more than 10 years. Find out about him.
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How is my work assessed?
This course is self-assessed, but you can send pdfs of your finished pages for tutor feedback.
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What equipment do I need?
Access to a computer with internet facilities, Microsoft Word software (or equivalent), and an email account. The software we use on this course is compatible with both Macs and Windows.
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Do I need any skills or qualifications to enrol?
The course is open to anybody, and is for beginners. No previous experience is necessary. Email us if you need to check whether the course is suitable for you.
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What qualifications will I get?
The CTJT Diploma, which is accredited by the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council.
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What is this qualification worth?
The Diploma is widely recognised right across the media and beyond, mainly due to the large number of organisations where we have delivered training courses and have personal contacts. Check them out.
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What can I expect to do at the end of the course?
Use the software efficiently and effectively.
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What if I live abroad?
We have students right across the world - see Studying Abroad.
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What if I am disabled?
Not a problem - see Equal Opportunities.
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How many hours a week do I spend studying?
It's entirely up to you. With home study, you work at your own pace. You can do extra work when things are quiet, and work more slowly, or take time out from the course, if you are busy.
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Are there any time limits or deadlines?
No.
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How much is the course?
£175. This does not include the price of the software.
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Are instalments available?
No.
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When can I start?
Any time you like - straight away if you want to!
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Can I change courses once I start?
Yes, no problem. We charge a small administration fee when you transfer.
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Is there careers guidance and support?
Yes, you can email your tutor any time.
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How do I enrol?
Select the Enrol Now button at the top of the screen.
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Do I have to sign anything?
Yes, we ask you to accept our Student Learning Agreement. This is binding on you - and us, so we both know where we stand. Please read the SLA carefully before you enrol.
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What happens after I enrol?
Once you have enrolled, we will contact you by email the same working day.
If you pay using PayPal, they will email us once your payment has been processed. We will then enrol you as soon as possible - the same working day.
We will send you your introductory course materials and first Module, using the email address you provided PayPal. You then need to purchase your software and activate it.br>
Our offices are open Monday-Friday, 9am - 5.30pm GMT. If you enrol during evenings or weekends, we will be in touch as soon as we open again.
Further questions? Please email us
Yes, we are recognised by the UK Government and are fully accredited.
See Why you can trust us.
Anyone who wants to learn the basics of one or more of the software packages listed above, so they can use the skills at work, at home, or to get a job within media, design or publishing.
When you enrol, we will provide you with details of a supplier, so that you can buy the software of your choice at the heavily-discounted student price.
We will also provide you with a letter, confirming that you are one of our students. This will enable you to get the activation code which you will need to use the software.
We will then provide you with course Modules, which include online tutorials and other useful tips.
These software packages are difficult to learn, and need constant practice over a period of time. The course will last a minimum of two years.
Yes, you can email your tutor any time - as often as you need to. We guarantee to respond within two working days, although we are usually much quicker. We will phone you if there is an issue that cannot be dealt with by email.
Your tutor will be Cleland Thom, who is recognised as one of the UK's leading trainers. He has used desktop publishing and design software as an editor and sub editor for many years.>
He has run courses in various programmes for businesses, magazines, newspapers, colleges and training organisations across the UK for more than 10 years. Find out about him.
This course is self-assessed, but you can send pdfs of your finished pages for tutor feedback.
Access to a computer with internet facilities, Microsoft Word software (or equivalent), and an email account. The software we use on this course is compatible with both Macs and Windows.
The course is open to anybody, and is for beginners. No previous experience is necessary. Email us if you need to check whether the course is suitable for you.
The CTJT Diploma, which is accredited by the Open and Distance Learning Quality Council.
The Diploma is widely recognised right across the media and beyond, mainly due to the large number of organisations where we have delivered training courses and have personal contacts. Check them out.
Use the software efficiently and effectively.
We have students right across the world - see Studying Abroad.
Not a problem - see Equal Opportunities.
It's entirely up to you. With home study, you work at your own pace. You can do extra work when things are quiet, and work more slowly, or take time out from the course, if you are busy.
No.
£175. This does not include the price of the software.
No.
Any time you like - straight away if you want to!
Yes, no problem. We charge a small administration fee when you transfer.
Yes, you can email your tutor any time.
Select the Enrol Now button at the top of the screen.
Yes, we ask you to accept our Student Learning Agreement. This is binding on you - and us, so we both know where we stand. Please read the SLA carefully before you enrol.
Once you have enrolled, we will contact you by email the same working day.
If you pay using PayPal, they will email us once your payment has been processed. We will then enrol you as soon as possible - the same working day.
We will send you your introductory course materials and first Module, using the email address you provided PayPal. You then need to purchase your software and activate it.br>
Our offices are open Monday-Friday, 9am - 5.30pm GMT. If you enrol during evenings or weekends, we will be in touch as soon as we open again.
