Adobe Certification in Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, & Animate (Vouchers Included)

In today's fast-paced digital media landscape, mastering Adobe software is essential. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 20,000 job openings are expected each year through 2034 due to workforce turnover and retirements, making obtaining certifications related to software, like Adobe, a valuable asset for standing out in this competitive field.

Our Adobe Certification course offers in-depth training in five industry-standard tools: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere...

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What you will learn

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of key Adobe tools, such as Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Animate
  • Acquire foundational and advanced skills in each software, preparing you for potential certification exams
  • Complete a series of hands-on, independent projects that allow you to apply your newly acquired skills in real-world scenarios
  • Learn how to create various types of digital media, from branding packages and social media campaigns to animated infographics and opening videos for shows
  • Understand the principles of design, layout, and animation to enhance your projects' aesthetic and functional aspects

How you will benefit

  • Equip yourself with a diverse skill set that opens doors to a rewarding career in the rapidly growing creative and design fields
  • Build a robust portfolio through hands-on projects, showcasing your skills to potential employers or clients
  • Gain practical experience that prepares you for the challenges you will face in your creative career
  • Keep up-to-date with the latest trends, tools, and best practices in the Adobe Creative Suite
  • Have the option to validate your skills officially through Adobe certification exams, with a course voucher included

How the course is taught

  • Self-paced, online course
  • 12 Months to complete
  • Open enrollment, begin anytime
  • 270 course hours

Adobe Certification in Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, & Animate

Course Activities

  • Quizzes: 64
  • Assignments: 145
  • Projects: 13
  • Exams: 5
Part 1 - Photoshop Training
Lesson 1: Photoshop Crash Course (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 4, Projects: 0)
  • Photoshop Home Screen
  • Creating New Documents
  • The Photoshop Interface
  • Setting Preferences
  • Zooming
  • Panning
  • Rulers, Guides, and Grids
  • Shape Basics
  • Type
  • Move Tool
  • Layer Basics
  • Masking: A Super-quick Intro
  • Check Spelling
  • Artboards
Lesson 2: Selections And Masks (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 6, Projects: 0)
  • Libraries
  • Smart Objects
  • Marquee Selection Tools
  • Lasso Selection Tools
  • Feathering and Anti-Aliasing
  • Quick Selections
  • Auto-Aligning Layers
  • Masking
  • Select and Mask
  • Green Screens and Chroma Key Compositing
  • Clipping Masks
  • Refining Hair Selections
  • Blend If
  • Introduction to Paths
  • The Pen Tool
  • Selecting Color Ranges
  • Sky Replacement
  • Vector Masks
  • Gradient Masks
Lesson 3: Reconstructing And Retouching (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2, Projects: 0)
  • Healing
  • Filters and Smart Objects
  • Filter Gallery
  • Neural Filters
  • Camera Raw
  • Retouching Portraits
  • More on Camera Raw
  • Adjustment Layers and Color Correction
  • Transformations and Filters
  • Practicing
Lesson 4: More Layers And Selections (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Layer Styles
  • Layers and the Layers Panel
  • The Frame Tool and Selection Modifications
Lesson 5: Brushes And Painting (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 3, Projects: 0)
  • Color Picker
  • Brushes
  • Mixer Brush Tool
  • Content-Aware Cropping
  • Pattern Fills
  • Layer Patch Tool
  • Dodge and Burn
Lesson 6: Working in the Design Industry (Quizzes: 7, Assignments: 0, Projects: 3)
  • Client Goals and Audience
  • Communicating about Design Plans
  • Basic Project Management Concepts for Designers
  • Copyright, Permissions, and Licensing
  • Digital Image Terminology
  • Typography
  • Visual Composition
Adobe Photoshop Exam
Part 2 - Premiere Pro Training
Lesson 1: Introduction to Premiere Pro (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 0, Projects: 0)
  • What is Premiere Pro?
  • Who Uses Premiere Pro?
  • What is Non-linear Editing?
  • Introducing the Digital Video Workflow
  • Touring Premiere Pro's Interface
Lesson 2: Thinking in Video (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Telling Stories with Video
  • Shots
  • Framing Your Shots
  • Camera Moves
Lesson 3: Setting Up a Project (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 3, Projects: 0)
  • Creating a Project
  • Organizing Media
  • Reviewing Clips
Lesson 4: Basic Video Editing (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2, Projects: 0)
  • Editing Clips with the Source Monitor
  • The Timeline Panel
Lesson 5: Exporting (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Exporting Frames
  • Making a Quick Export
  • Customizing Your Export
  • Exporting a Main File
  • Exporting a Clip
  • Using Adobe Media Encoder
  • Copying or Archiving a Project
Lesson 6: Clips and Markers (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Using the Program Monitor
  • Using Markers
Lesson 7: Transitions (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Understanding Transitions
  • Adding Audio Transitions
Lesson 8: Advanced Editing Techniques (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Three-point Edits
  • Four-point Edits
  • Changing Clip Playback Speed
  • Replacing Clips
  • Nesting Sequences
  • Trimming
  • Motion
  • Clip Position, Size, and Rotation
Lesson 9: Working with Audio (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Working with the Audio Workspace
  • Configuring the Audio Mix Track
  • Adjusting Volume and Gain
  • Improving Audio
Lesson 10: Visual Effects (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Introducing the Effects Panel
  • Types of Effects
  • Applying Effects
  • Using Adjustment Layers
  • Source Clip Effects
  • Masking and Tracking
  • Keyframing Effects
  • Some Common Effects
Lesson 11: Color Correction and Grading (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Understanding Color Adjustment
  • Reading the Lumetri Scopes
  • Using the Lumetri Color Panel
  • The Comparison View
  • Matching Colors
  • Color Adjustment Effects
Lesson 12: Compositing Techniques (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Alpha Channel
  • The Opacity Effect
  • Color Keying a Green-screen Shot
  • Masking
Lesson 13: Graphics and Titles (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • The Graphic Templates Panel
  • Creating a Title
  • Introduction to Video Typography
  • Using Graphics
Lesson 14: Working in the Video Industry (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Copyright and Content Licensing
  • Obtaining Permissions
Lesson 15: Exam Preparation (Quizzes: 0, Assignments: 0, Projects: 1)
  • Working in the Video Industry
  • Project Setup and Interface
  • Organizing Video Projects
  • Creating and Modifying Visual Elements
  • Publishing Digital Media
Adobe Premiere Pro Exam
Part 3 - Illustrator Training
Lesson 1: The Illustrator Interface (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 0, Projects: 0)
  • Illustrator Home Screen
  • Creating New Documents
  • Inserting a Shape
  • The Illustrator Interface
  • Setting Preferences
  • Zooming
  • Panning
  • Rulers, Guides, and Grids
Lesson 2: Getting Started (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 4, Projects: 0)
  • Creating a Project
  • Creating Basic Shapes
  • Selection
  • Using Drawing Modes
  • The Alignment Tools
  • Working with Colors
  • Working with Swatches
  • Fill and Stroke Attributes
Lesson 3: Organizing a Project (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2, Projects: 0)
  • Organizing a Project
  • Artboards
Lesson 4: Creating Advanced Illustrations (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 4, Projects: 0)
  • The Pencil and Pen Tools
  • More on the Pen Tool
  • Using the Line Tools
  • Transforming Objects
  • Align and Distribute Objects
  • Tools for Reshaping
  • Working with Grouped Objects
Lesson 5: Advanced Management of Shapes (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 5, Projects: 0)
  • Appearance Panel
  • Working with Pathfinder
  • Working with Shape Builder Tool
  • Live Paint
  • The Paintbrush Tool
  • Creating Patterns
  • Using Gradient Tools
  • Working with Graphic Styles
Lesson 6: Working with Type (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 3, Projects: 0)
  • Working with Type
  • Format Text
  • Working with Styles
  • Using Tab Stops
  • Working with Glyphs
  • Converting Type to Outlines
Lesson 7: Managing Project Components (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 3, Projects: 0)
  • Project Components
  • Custom Art Brush
  • Import Text and Thread Text Frames
  • Import Styles
  • Import Artwork
  • Manage Linked and Embedded Project Components
Lesson 8: Sharing Your Project (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1, Projects: 0)
  • Proofing Your Project
  • Preview Project
  • Printing
  • Export Options
  • Save for Video
  • Package a Project
Lesson 9: Working in the Design Industry (Quizzes: 7, Assignments: 0, Projects: 3)
  • Client Goals and Audience
  • Communicating about Design Plans
  • Basic Project Management Concepts for Designers
  • Copyright, Permissions, and Licensing
  • Digital Image Terminology
  • Typography
  • Visual Composition
Adobe Illustrator Exam
Part 4 - InDesign Training
Lesson 1: Crash Course (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2, Projects: 0)
  • InDesign Home Screen
  • Opening a File in InDesign
  • The InDesign Interface
  • Properties Panel
  • Workspaces in InDesign
  • Spreads and Pages
  • Zooming
  • Panning
  • Setting Preferences
  • Installing Adobe Fonts
Lesson 2: Creating An Invitation (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 6, Projects: 0)
  • A Tea Party Invitation Postcard
  • Hidden Characters
  • Navigating a Document
  • Types of Frames
  • Resizing Content
  • Character and Paragraph Styles in InDesign
Lesson 3: Creating A Book Chapter (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 6, Projects: 0)
  • Rulers, Guides, and Grids
  • Parent Pages
  • Headers and Footers
Lesson 4: Text (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 5, Projects: 0)
  • Placing Text
  • Understanding Text Encoding
  • Find / Change
  • Spell Check
  • Understanding the Story Editor
Lesson 5: Styles (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 10, Projects: 0)
  • Styles Overview
  • Character Properties
  • Paragraph Properties
  • All About Fonts
Lesson 6: Images and Colors (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 13, Projects: 0)
  • Placing Images
  • Capture and Colors
  • Layers
  • Gridify
  • The Gap Tool
Lesson 7: Completing Documents (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 7, Projects: 0)
  • Reshaping Text Boxes
  • Inset Spacing and Indent Tabs
  • Import Tricks
  • Anchored and Inline Images
Lesson 8: Tables (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 6, Projects: 0)
  • Inserting Tables
  • Table Options
  • Cell Options
Lesson 9: Preflight And Export (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 0, Projects: 0)
  • Preflight Profiles
  • Performing a Preflight Check
  • Export Options
  • Packaging Documents
Lesson 10: Forms (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 5, Projects: 0)
  • The Buttons and Forms Panel
  • Text Fields
  • Radio Buttons
  • Checkboxes
  • Form Button
  • Interactive PDF Form
Lesson 11: Working in the Design Industry (Quizzes: 7, Assignments: 0, Projects: 3)
  • Client Goals and Audience
  • Communicating about Design Plans
  • Basic Project Management Concepts for Designers
  • Copyright, Permissions, and Licensing
  • Digital Image Terminology
  • Typography
  • Visual Composition
Adobe InDesign Exam
Part 5 - Animate Training
Lesson 1: Introduction to Animate (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 0, Projects: 0)
  • Animate Home Screen
  • Creating New Documents
  • Drawing Basic Shapes
  • Animate Interface
  • Tools
  • Properties
  • Libraries
  • The Timeline
  • Navigating a Document
  • Rulers, Guides, and Grids
  • Setting Preferences
Lesson 2: Animation Basics (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 9, Projects: 0)
  • Symbols
  • Types of Symbols: Graphic, Button, and Movie Clip
  • Creating Symbols
  • Editing Symbols
  • Overview of Animation
  • Onion Skinning
  • Introduction to Basic Movement: Timing, Weight, And Movement
  • Overview of Tweening
  • Shape Tween
  • Motion Tween
  • Understanding the Motion Editor Panel
  • Apply Easing to Animation
  • Previewing an Animation
  • Saving and Exporting an Animation
Lesson 3: Drawing Tools (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 5, Projects: 0)
  • Selection Tools
  • Brush Tools
  • The Pen Tool
  • Shape Tools
  • Color Tools
  • Layers and Symbols
Lesson 4: Character Design (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 6, Projects: 0)
  • Basic Illustration Principles
  • Introduction to Character Design
  • Drawing the Head
  • Drawing the Facial Features
  • Drawing the Body
  • Arms and Hands
  • Drawing the Legs and Feet
  • Saving and Exporting Your Character
Lesson 5: Advanced Techniques (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 11, Projects: 0)
  • Rotoscoping
  • Utilizing Camera and Layer Depth Tools
  • ActionScript and JavaScript in Animate
  • Sound and Video Integration in Animate
  • Sound Mixing and Scape Creation
  • Using the Bone Tool for Rigging
  • Working with Motion Presets
  • Applying Filters and Blend Modes
  • The Art of Masking
  • Understanding HTML5 Canvas and WebGL Document Types
  • Publishing and Export Options in Animate
Lesson 6: Working In The Animation Industry (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 0, Projects: 3)
  • Purpose, Audience, and Audience Needs
  • Communicating about Design Plans
  • Copyright, Permissions, and Licensing
  • Animation and Interactive Media Key Terminology
  • Basic Design Principles and Industry Best Practices
  • Animation and Interactive Media Principles

Adobe Animate Exam

Tracy Berry

Tracy Berry is a dynamic and seasoned instructor, consultant, and graphic designer/programmer with over 30 years of professional experience. Since launching her training career in 1993, Tracy has helped thousands of professionals grow their skills across a wide range of tools and technologies. She has delivered over 1,600 virtual classes for Webucator alone since 2007, making her one of the most experienced online instructors in the industry.

Tracy specializes in Microsoft Office applications (including SharePoint and Project), Adobe Creative Suite, desktop publishing, web design, and productivity and communication skills. She is also the co-author of numerous Webucator courses on Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Adobe tools.

As a Certified Technical Trainer (CTT), Tracy has led training initiatives for leading organizations such as CVS, Siemens, the U.S. Department of Defense, United States Air Force, The Coca-Cola Company, JPMorgan Chase, AT&T, Library of Congress, Northrop Grumman, Basin Electric, and Merrill Lynch, among many others. Her background also includes extensive experience in graphic design and multimedia development, with hundreds of logos, websites, and marketing pieces produced for clients around the world.

Tracy is known for her engaging, upbeat, and professional teaching style. Students consistently praise her as exceptionally knowledgeable, personable, patient, and well-organized, noting how she brings even technical or dry material to life with clarity and enthusiasm. Her courses are designed to be welcoming, inclusive, and stress-free, helping learners of all backgrounds feel confident, supported, and motivated to engage with the material.

Her deep content expertise is matched by her gift for communication—students frequently cite her as the best instructor they've ever had, appreciating her real-world insights, thoughtful pacing, and readiness to go above and beyond to help each individual succeed.

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course, however you must have familiarity with using a personal computer and in a Windows environment. You must also be able to launch and close programs, navigate to information stored on the computer, and manage files and folders.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac. Chromebooks are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 10 or later.
  • Mac: macOS 12 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Adobe Photoshop (not included in enrollment).
  • Adobe Animate (not included in enrollment).
  • Adobe Illustrator (not included in enrollment).
  • Adobe InDesign (not included in enrollment).
  • Adobe Premiere Pro (not included in enrollment).
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader.
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

About Certification: Adobe

Adobe is a global leader in innovative technology, designing and producing software that helps individuals and businesses deliver digital solutions. Their products include creative fundamentals like Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, which are used in offices around the world. Adobe supports the education of the current and the next generation of designers through its certification programs. You can get certified in one software program or take a comprehensive course to become an Adobe Certified Associate.

According to Indeed, the average salary of a graphic designer in the U.S. is $62,613 per year as of October 2025.

According to Indeed, a graphic designer is a professional in visual communication who creates concepts by hand or uses specialized computer software. Their role is to create communication ideas that inspire, inform, and engage consumers using physical and virtual art forms like words and images.

Graphic designers employ a variety of media, including three-dimensional modeling, photography, and image editing, to create visual designs. They design templates, layouts, and multimedia content for web pages. Additionally, they work collaboratively with a team to create branding and advertising visuals.

According to Indeed, the average salary of a photographer in the U.S. is $53,597 per year as of October 2025. This can vary by location, field, and employment type.

According to Indeed, a photographer uses a camera and editing software to create art. They can be employed covering events and weddings, creating an art portfolio as a fine artist, or selling their photos to commercial clients. Types of photographers include commercial photographers, scientific photographers, aerial photographers, and portrait photographers.

Yes, the Adobe Certified Professional exams. Information about the exams is available at Adobe Certified Professional (ACP).

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

After you register, you will receive 12 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

ed2go courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

ed2go courses are non-credit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial assistance.

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