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Master e-learning content creation with Adobe Captivate. Learn from experts to design engaging and effective online courses, enhancing your instructional design proficiency.

2 day course     10am - 5pm     Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

  • Exploring the Captivate interface and essential tools, so you can start creating interactive e-learning content quickly.
  • Understanding best practices for e-learning design and development, helping you create engaging and effective learning experiences with Adobe Captivate.
  • How to design engaging slides, quizzes and simulations to create professional interactive learning experiences.
  • How to use branching scenarios, variables and conditional actions, enabling you to create personalised learning paths.
  • Exploring how to publish your courses to different platforms, such as web, mobile and LMS, to better reach a wide variety of learners.
  • Understanding how to add multimedia elements, such as audio, video and animations, helping you bring your courses to life.
  • How to track learner progress and gather data, so you can measure the effectiveness of your courses.
  • Captivate Introduction

    My trainer was really helpful on the Captivate training and showed plenty of options to look at and use throughout my work.

    Greenwich Leisure Ltd
    April 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Very clear instruction and presentation.

    Hay Group
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    The training for Captivate really helped me to determine how to build my training modules. I have got some really good ideas and the pointers throughout the day gave me a perfect starting point.

    Babcock Land Defence Limi
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Our trainer was amazing, he is really passionate about passing on tips he's learnt over the years. I normally really struggle to enjoy training of any kind so just goes to show what training can be!

    East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Tony's extensive knowledge will be invaluable for me moving forward at QinetiQ.

    QinetiQ
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Certificates sentThank you for the session on Captivate - very, very helpful! I would like to recommend this Training Centre and my tutor on providing great online courses, specifically Captivate!

    East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    The trainer was fantastic. His dedication in coming up to us in Hertfordshire even though it snowed was commendable. The course was great and very hands on with the product.

    East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Our tutor was very good at covering the course content. He was also very good at explaining what we had to do and very patient. Overall I thought the course was run really well.

    East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    A fantastic trainer, very calm and able to answer all our questions. I will be going forward with a sound knowledge and look forward to using what I have learned in the workplace

    University College Hospital
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Very good course and very well presented.

    DX Network Services Ltd
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Great course! Instructor went at a good pace and broke down complex functions into simple steps.

    Adam W
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Transmedia - brilliant - the course I did was excellent and they are so helpful! Thank you just isn't enough!

    Spencer S
    March 2025
  • Captivate Advanced

    This training really helped me building my training modules. I got some really good ideas from Tony and the advice he gave throughout the day gave me a perfect starting point. Thanks for your help.

    House of Hearst
    March 2025
  • An excellent trainer with extreme depth of knowledge in the product. Also some really good and helpful shortcuts.

    March 2025
  • Great delivery, enjoyable training session.

    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    My trainer was really helpful on the Captivate training and showed plenty of options to look at and use throughout my work.

    Greenwich Leisure Ltd
    April 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Very clear instruction and presentation.

    Hay Group
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    The training for Captivate really helped me to determine how to build my training modules. I have got some really good ideas and the pointers throughout the day gave me a perfect starting point.

    Babcock Land Defence Limi
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Our trainer was amazing, he is really passionate about passing on tips he's learnt over the years. I normally really struggle to enjoy training of any kind so just goes to show what training can be!

    East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Tony's extensive knowledge will be invaluable for me moving forward at QinetiQ.

    QinetiQ
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Certificates sentThank you for the session on Captivate - very, very helpful! I would like to recommend this Training Centre and my tutor on providing great online courses, specifically Captivate!

    East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    The trainer was fantastic. His dedication in coming up to us in Hertfordshire even though it snowed was commendable. The course was great and very hands on with the product.

    East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Our tutor was very good at covering the course content. He was also very good at explaining what we had to do and very patient. Overall I thought the course was run really well.

    East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    A fantastic trainer, very calm and able to answer all our questions. I will be going forward with a sound knowledge and look forward to using what I have learned in the workplace

    University College Hospital
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Very good course and very well presented.

    DX Network Services Ltd
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Great course! Instructor went at a good pace and broke down complex functions into simple steps.

    Adam W
    March 2025
  • Captivate Introduction

    Transmedia - brilliant - the course I did was excellent and they are so helpful! Thank you just isn't enough!

    Spencer S
    March 2025
  • Captivate Advanced

    This training really helped me building my training modules. I got some really good ideas from Tony and the advice he gave throughout the day gave me a perfect starting point. Thanks for your help.

    House of Hearst
    March 2025
  • An excellent trainer with extreme depth of knowledge in the product. Also some really good and helpful shortcuts.

    March 2025
  • Great delivery, enjoyable training session.

    March 2025

This Captivate Introduction course includes

  • bullet point icon Authorised Certificate
  • bullet point icon Lifetime support after your course
  • bullet point icon Course materials
  • bullet point icon Live Instructor-led training
  • bullet point icon Refreshments all day
  • bullet point icon Latest Mac or PC ready to go
  • bullet point icon Authorised Trainers
  • bullet point icon Hands-on exercises

Book this course

We offer Captivate Introduction as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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Course Outline for Captivate Introduction

Introduction to Captivate

  • Exploring the e-Learning landscape and Captivate's unique advantages
  • Navigating the Captivate interface and understanding key features
  • Creating diverse simulations: full-screen, application window, and custom size captures

Crafting Engaging Slides

  • Mastering the slide navigator for efficient project management
  • Designing conversation slides with dynamic characters
  • Implementing long scroll projects for immersive learning experiences
  • Optimising text and background elements for visual appeal

Enhancing Content with Media

  • Incorporating and manipulating images, quotes and SVGs
  • Utilising widgets: cards, tabs, certificates and hotspots for interactive learning
  • Best practices for media integration and layout design

Developing Effective Quizzes

  • Creating varied question types: multiple-choice, true/false, matching, short answer, and sequence
  • Importing questions via CSV for efficient quiz creation
  • Implementing adaptive quizzing techniques for personalised learning

Integrating Audio, Video, and Animation

  • Adding and editing audio elements for enhanced engagement
  • Incorporating video content effectively
  • Creating and customising animations to illustrate complex concepts

Building Interactive Elements

  • Designing project, slide-level and object-level interactions
  • Creating interactive videos with overlays
  • Implementing gamification elements to boost learner engagement

Ensuring Accessibility

  • Understanding accessibility guidelines and their importance in e-Learning
  • Implementing accessibility features in Captivate projects
  • Testing and optimising for diverse user needs

Customising Project Properties

  • Tailoring the Table of Contents and Playbar for improved navigation
  • Adjusting preferences to align with project requirements
  • Applying and customising themes for consistent visual design

Publishing and Collaboration

  • Utilising review features for efficient collaboration
  • Exploring various publishing options for different platforms
  • Optimising projects for seamless delivery and tracking
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FAQs about the Captivate Introduction course

How is the content taught throughout the Captivate Introduction course?

The Captivate Introduction course combines expert-led instruction with practical exercises. Attendees work on real-world projects such as designing interactive slides and quizzes. This hands-on approach ensures they can apply their new skills effectively in professional environments.

Is this Captivate Introduction course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who are new to Captivate or have been using Captivate for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in Captivate. 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.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Captivate Introduction course?

For private classes in Captivate 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.

Should I attend the Captivate 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.

What support is available after I attend the Captivate Introduction course?

We offer ongoing support to our Captivate 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.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Captivate Introduction course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Captivate Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

Captivate 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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