Opening Doors | Graphic Design
Why this course?
A fun, interactive course taught by creative media professionals covering an introduction to graphic design.
You will learn how to create layouts, use typography and the basics of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Also, how to add QR codes and hyperlinks to create interactive pdfs. The course enables you to create a portfolio of work or self-promotional materials e.g. business cards, eye catching CVs and more.
On successful completion of the course you will receive a College Graphic Design Certificate and accredited qualifications in:
- Level 1 Award in Employability Skills
- Level 1 Certificate in Interactive Media
Applicants should be comfortable working on computers and have an interest in design.
This course is free to those who meet the eligibility criteria. Please see the Cost & Finance tab for more information.
Entry requirements
If the following criteria apply, you qualify for one our FREE Opening Doors programmes
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19+
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Unemployed and claiming a means tested benefit*
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Employed and earning less than £20,319 per annum*
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If English is not your first language, your language will be at Entry Level 3 or above
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If you are not UK citizen, you will need to provide a confirmation of EU settlement status or a valid visa
- An interview with the course tutor
*see Cost & Finance tab for more information
Course fees
Our Opening Doors courses are free to those currently unemployed and in receipt of a means tested benefit.
You will need to provide evidence of your benefit in order to receive a fee waiver for this course.
We accept the following Means Tested benefits for this course:
- Universal Credit
- JSA
- ESA
- Housing Benefit
- Income Support
- Council Tax Benefit (not reduction)
- Pension Credit
Please note we cannot accept DLA, Carers Allowance, PIP or Tax Credits.
This course is also free to those who are currently employed and earning less than £20,319 annual gross salary. You will be required to provide evidence of this in order to receive a fee waiver for this course.
We accept the following evidence:
- P60
- Last 3 months payslips
- Tax Credit notice (for self employed)
Please note you will also need to bring photo ID to your enrolment.
The amount a person can earn from their wages has gone up, it is now less than £345 a month (learner is sole adult in their benefit claim) or £552 a month (learner has a joint benefit claim with their partner).