Free Level 2 Art and Design Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The City of Liverpool College Arts Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year and is designed for beginners with no prior experience of Adobe software. You'll work through classroom sessions, hands-on workshops, and practical activities covering the Adobe Creative Suite, including file management and an overview of the core tools. It's a manageable pace that fits around other commitments.
Who this course is for
Welcome to the Adobe Suite Day Course for Adults, starting this January. This course is specifically designed for beginners who have no prior experience with Adobe software. Over the course of 50 hours, you will engage in classroom lectures, hands-on workshops, and practical activities, gaining a comprehensive introduction to the Adobe Creative Suite. You will learn about the Adobe ecosystem, file management, and get an overview of the tools within the software. Throughout the course, you will work on live creative project briefs, providing you with real-world experience and practical skills. Instruction and Independent Working This course combines structured instruction with opportunities for independent working. You will receive guidance from experienced instructors during classroom lectures and workshops, and have the chance to apply what you've learned to live project briefs. Our specialists will be on hand to assist with any technical or creative challenges, ensuring you gain the confidence and skills needed to use Adobe software effectively.
Entry requirements
Have a keen interest in learning Adobe Creative Suite. Be committed to attending daytime classes. No prior experience with Adobe software is required.
What you will learn
You'll explore the Adobe ecosystem and understand how the software tools work together.
You'll manage files and organise creative projects within Adobe applications.
You'll use core tools across the Adobe Creative Suite in practical, hands-on sessions.
You'll develop skills through workshops that combine guided instruction with independent practice.
You'll build a working knowledge of digital design processes from scratch.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom lectures, hands-on workshops, and practical activities. Sessions are daytime and part-time, spread across the year. The course totals 50 hours of structured learning. No prior experience with Adobe software is required before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The City of Liverpool College Arts Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic designer assistant: support design teams using Adobe tools
Digital content creator: produce visual content for social media or websites
Print production assistant: prepare artwork and files for print
Marketing assistant: create visual materials for campaigns
Junior illustrator: produce digital illustrations for clients or agencies
What you could study next
Level 3 Art and Design Diploma: a natural next step if you want to go deeper into creative practice or move toward higher education.
Access to HE Diploma (Art and Design): prepares you for a university degree in a creative subject. The City of Liverpool College Arts Centre offers Access to HE routes worth exploring.
Level 3 Graphic Design qualification: focuses specifically on digital and print design for those heading toward a design career.
