Master visual content creation with Canva. Learn from experts to design graphics that help your marketing and enhance brand presence for small businesses.
1 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based
What you will learn
- Exploring the Canva interface and design tools, enabling you to create visually appealing graphics and marketing materials quickly.
- How to use templates, graphics and fonts, empowering you to design social media posts, presentations and other visual content.
- Understanding basic design principles, helping you create effective layouts and compositions.
- How to customise designs with your brand colours, logos and fonts, enabling you to maintain brand consistency.
- Exploring collaboration features, helping you work with team members on design projects efficiently.
- How to download and share your designs across various platforms, empowering you to promote your business and engage your audience effectively.
- Understanding best practices for creating engaging visuals, helping you capture attention and communicate your message effectively with Canva.
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This Canva Introduction course includes
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Authorised Certificate
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Lifetime support after your course
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Course materials
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Live Instructor-led training
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Refreshments all day
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Latest Mac or PC ready to go
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Authorised Trainers
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Hands-on exercises
Course Dates
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| Fri 9 Jan 2026 | London |
£345
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| Tue 10 Feb 2026 | Live Online |
£345
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| Fri 6 Mar 2026 | London |
£375
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| Thu 9 Apr 2026 | Live Online |
£375
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| Wed 13 May 2026 | London |
£395
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| Fri 5 Jun 2026 | Live Online |
£395
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| Mon 6 Jul 2026 | London |
£395
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| Mon 10 Aug 2026 | Live Online |
£395
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| Wed 9 Sep 2026 | London |
£395
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| Wed 7 Oct 2026 | Live Online |
£395
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| Mon 9 Nov 2026 | London |
£395
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| Tue 8 Dec 2026 | Live Online |
£395
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Course Outline for Canva Introduction
Welcome and Overview
- Introduction to Canva Pro and its advantages over the free version
- Understanding the Canva Pro interface and workspace
- Exploring premium features and templates
Mastering Canva Templates and Brand Kit
- Searching and customising premium templates for various projects
- Setting up and utilising the brand kit feature for consistent designs
- Creating a branded social media post
Advanced Design Techniques
- Leveraging premium elements, photos, and illustrations
- Typography mastery with access to premium fonts
- Using frames, grids, and layouts effectively
- Designing a professional infographic
Features for Social Media and Print
- Creating multi-platform content with Magic Resize
- Designing effective social media graphics and carousel posts
- Developing print-ready materials: business cards, flyers, and posters
- Designing a cohesive marketing campaign across platforms
The Canva AI Tools (Magic Studio)
- Generating and editing text with Magic Write
- Transforming images with Magic Edit and Background Remover
- Using Magic Design to spark creativity and save time
Video Creation and Editing
- Working with premium video templates and stock footage
- Understanding the video timeline and adding smooth transitions
- Creating animated titles and graphics
- Adding sound and music from Canva Pro's library
- Hands-on project: Producing a short promotional video
Collaboration and Workflow Optimisation
- Utilising Canva Pro's team collaboration features
- Managing and organising designs with unlimited folders
- Exporting designs in various formats, including transparent backgrounds
Final Topics and Wrap-up
- Creating a comprehensive brand package
- Discussion on applying Canva Pro skills in various professional contexts
- Q&A session and course recap
FAQs about the Canva Introduction course
Is this Canva Introduction course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who are new to Canva or have been using Canva for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Canva. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
How is the content taught throughout the Canva Introduction course?
Our Canva Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using Canva throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.
Should I attend the Canva Introduction course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Canva Introduction course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Canva Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Canva Introduction course?
For private classes in Canva Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
What support is available after I attend the Canva Introduction course?
We offer ongoing support to our Canva Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Canva Introduction — Team and Bespoke Training
Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.
- Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
- We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
- Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
- We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.
Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.
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