Photoshop Intro Course
Photoshop Intro Course
This is the Adobe Authorised course for new users of Adobe Photoshop. It's the ideal start for anyone who wants to edit and manipulate digital images in Adobe Photoshop.
Explore the basics of Photoshop and learn essential techniques for working with selections, editing and retouching images, working with layers, correcting colour and tone and using content aware tools. By the end of the course, you'll have a solid foundation in Photoshop and the confidence to edit and enhance images with speed and precision.
Key Learning Points
Key Learning Points
- Set up and customise the Photoshop workspace
- Make accurate selections for precise edits
- Adjust tone and colour with professional techniques
- Transform images using generative AI tools
- Retouch and restore images to a professional standard
If attending an online course you must have a licensed copy of any software required and access to a suitable computer.
You need no previous experience to attend this course.
Who is this course for?
Ideal for photographers, designers, marketers and anyone who needs to edit, retouch or manipulate images professionally. No prior Photoshop experience required.
ACP Trainers
Course leader is an Adobe Certified Expert
Course Dates
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-21st Jul 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £120.00 | £429.00 + VAT | |
| 18-19th Aug 26 | Tue-Wed | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £100.00 | £449.00 + VAT | |
| 23-24th Sep 26 | Wed-Thu | Online | Available | £549.00 | £70.00 | £479.00 + VAT | |
| 7-8th Oct 26 | Wed-Thu | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £50.00 | £499.00 + VAT | |
| 9-10th Nov 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 7-8th Dec 26 | Mon-Tue | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 21-22nd Jan 27 | Thu-Fri | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 1-2nd Feb 27 | Mon-Tue | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 18-19th Mar 27 | Thu-Fri | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 12-13th Apr 27 | Mon-Tue | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 12-13th May 27 | Wed-Thu | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 10-11th Jun 27 | Thu-Fri | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT |
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18-19th Aug 26 | Tue-Wed | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £100.00 | £449.00 + VAT | |
| 7-8th Oct 26 | Wed-Thu | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £50.00 | £499.00 + VAT | |
| 7-8th Dec 26 | Mon-Tue | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 1-2nd Feb 27 | Mon-Tue | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 12-13th Apr 27 | Mon-Tue | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 10-11th Jun 27 | Thu-Fri | London Islington | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT |
| Course Dates | Days | Location | Places | RRP | Discount | You Pay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-21st Jul 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £120.00 | £429.00 + VAT | |
| 23-24th Sep 26 | Wed-Thu | Online | Available | £549.00 | £70.00 | £479.00 + VAT | |
| 9-10th Nov 26 | Mon-Tue | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 21-22nd Jan 27 | Thu-Fri | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 18-19th Mar 27 | Thu-Fri | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT | ||
| 12-13th May 27 | Wed-Thu | Online | Available | £549.00 | £549.00 + VAT |
Course Dates
20-21st Jul 26 (Mon-Tue)
18-19th Aug 26 (Tue-Wed)
23-24th Sep 26 (Wed-Thu)
7-8th Oct 26 (Wed-Thu)
9-10th Nov 26 (Mon-Tue)
7-8th Dec 26 (Mon-Tue)
21-22nd Jan 27 (Thu-Fri)
1-2nd Feb 27 (Mon-Tue)
18-19th Mar 27 (Thu-Fri)
12-13th Apr 27 (Mon-Tue)
12-13th May 27 (Wed-Thu)
10-11th Jun 27 (Thu-Fri)
Course Outline
Photoshop essentials
Exploring and customising the Photoshop Workspace
Working with Image Navigation tools
Evaluating images
Preparing and reformatting existing artwork for screen and print based output
Choosing suitable file formats for your finished projects
Working with Selections
The importance and uses of Selections in Photoshop
Working with freehand Selection tools
Working with colour-based Selection tools
Commands for modifying and enhancing Selections
Tone and colour editing
Removing common camera faults using colour correction techniques
Enhancing image tone and colour subjectively
Colour replacement techniques
Selective colour enhancements
Layers
Building design assets from scratch using multiple Layers
Combining images, vector graphics and text
Creating and controlling Colour Fills on Layers
Creating and working with Text Layers
Layers (Continued)
Combining, blending and fading Layers
Creating visual effects with Layers
Using Custom Shape Layers
Managing your Layers efficiently
Retouching
Exploring different brush-based tools and their uses
Cloning and healing techniques for removing unwanted content
Explore Photoshop's AI Features
Using Generative Expand
Using Generative Fill to remove elements
Using Generative Fill to add elements
Filters and special effects
Techniques with Blur Filters
Sharpening methods
Manipulating shape and form with Liquify
Filters for creative effects
Assisted practice and development
Consolidate techniques covered during the course
One-to-one time with your trainer
Questions and answers related to your work requirements
Practice new-found skills
Questions and answers
This course is also available as a private course. If you wish we can tailor the content for your team. Please contact us for more details.
Career paths
Roles this course supports
People training on Photoshop Intro often work in the careers below.
Who attends?
Career Progressives
Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.
Career Changers
People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.
Graduates
Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.
Learn Your Way
Face To Face
Learn face-to-face with expert mentors in a dynamic setting that inspires growth and confidence.
Live Online
Join remotely with expert mentors in real time — flexible, interactive learning that fits your lifestyle.
Team Training
Upskill your team together. Build your team and develop consistency, and collective confidence.
Three Steps To Success
Identify Your Path
Define your direction with purpose, aligning your learning journey to personal and career goals.
Learn With Experts
Gain practical insight from real-world experts who bring clarity, confidence, and momentum to your growth.
Earn Certification
Your certificate of attendance is proof of progress — benchmarking your skills and commitment to growth.
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