ACLM Institute of Professional Studies

Photoshop Course

Advance Photoshop Training

01 MonthOnline / OfflineIntermediateACLM CertificationACLM Certification

COURSE OVERVIEW

Course Overview

ACLM Institute of Professional Studies’ one-month Photoshop Course is an intermediate, practical programme for learners interested in image editing, digital artwork and graphic design. The training covers canvas creation, layers, selections, photo correction, image enhancement, photo cloning, scene development, banner design, collage creation and basic animation workflows. Training is delivered online and offline through instructor-led practical exercises and live one-on-one guidance. Offline sessions are available in Greater Noida West, Noida, Greater Noida and Delhi NCR. Online training is available for learners in India and internationally.

WHY THIS COURSE

Why Learn This Course?

Photoshop is useful for editing photographs, developing visual designs and creating digital artwork. This course helps learners move from basic image-editing concepts to practical design work through guided exercises and assignments. It is suitable for people interested in painting, artwork, photography, photo correction or graphic design. Learners also explore how layers, creative effects and compositing techniques can transform raw, old or ordinary images into more presentable visuals.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

What You Will Learn

Understand the Photoshop workspace, tools, panels and document settings.
Create and manage canvases for different design requirements.
Use layers, layer groups, masks, blending options and non-destructive editing practices.
Make accurate selections and isolate subjects or image areas.
Perform essential photo correction, retouching and enhancement.
Work with old, raw and damaged images using practical restoration and editing techniques.
Create photo composites, cloned images and developed scenes.
Design banners, promotional graphics and creative layouts.
Create collages using image arrangement, typography and visual hierarchy.
Explore basic frame-based animation and export considerations.
Organise files, prepare final artwork and present completed designs professionally.

SKILLS

Skills You Will Gain

Banner creation
Photo editing
Photo enhancements
Layer-based image composition
Photo cloning
Scene development
Collage development
Basic digital artwork creation
Image correction and retouching
Basic Photoshop animation workflows
Creative layout and typography application
Exporting and presenting completed designs

WHO SHOULD JOIN

Who Should Join?

The course is designed for anyone looking to learn Photoshop or anyone with an interest in graphic design, painting, digital artwork, photography or image editing. It is also suitable for learners who want to develop practical skills for creating banners, edited photographs and creative visual compositions.

PREREQUISITES

Prerequisites

MS Paint knowledge will be sufficient. No advanced design background is required.

TRAINING APPROACH

Training Methodology

ACLM Institute of Professional Studies follows an instructor-led, practical training approach. Learners work through demonstrations, guided exercises, live one-on-one support and assignments. ACLM provides the course notes and assignments. Training is available online for India and international learners, and offline in Greater Noida West, Noida, Greater Noida and Delhi NCR. Recorded training is not included.

CURRICULUM

Detailed Course Syllabus

Module	Topics / Lessons
Photoshop Foundations and Creative Workspace Build a strong foundation in Photoshop by understanding the interface, document setup and essential working habits.	Introduction to Photoshop and Digital Image Editing — Understand the role of Photoshop in image editing, digital artwork, photography and graphic design. Review the course workflow and project expectations. 45 min Workspace, Tools and Panels — Identify the toolbar, options bar, panels, menus, rulers and navigation controls. Practise customising the workspace for efficient work. 60 min Creating Canvases and Documents — Create new documents, choose dimensions and resolution, understand colour settings and prepare canvases for different design tasks. 60 min Opening, Saving and Organising Working Files — Open source images, save editable files, organise assets and use a consistent file-naming and versioning approach. 45 min
Layers, Selections and Non-Destructive Editing Learn the core layer-based workflow used to build flexible and editable Photoshop designs.	Layer Fundamentals — Create, rename, duplicate, reorder, hide and group layers. Understand how layer order affects the final image. 60 min Layer Styles, Opacity and Blending — Apply opacity, fill, blending modes and layer styles to create controlled visual effects and improve design presentation. 60 min Selection Tools and Subject Isolation — Practise marquee, lasso, quick selection and related tools to select objects or image areas accurately. 75 min Masks and Editable Compositions — Use layer masks to hide and reveal content without permanently deleting image information. Apply masks in practical composition exercises. 75 min
Photo Editing, Correction and Enhancement Develop the ability to improve photographs through cropping, correction, retouching and controlled enhancement.	Cropping, Straightening and Image Preparation — Correct framing, remove distractions, straighten images and prepare photographs for further editing. 60 min Brightness, Contrast and Colour Correction — Use adjustment controls to improve exposure, contrast, colour balance and overall image appearance. 75 min Retouching and Removing Distractions — Practise suitable retouching workflows for spots, unwanted marks and minor distractions while maintaining a natural result. 75 min Enhancing Detail and Final Image Quality — Explore sharpening, tonal refinement and output-aware enhancement for a clean and presentable image. 60 min
Photo Restoration and Creative Image Manipulation Work with old or imperfect photographs and learn practical methods for improving, repairing and creatively transforming images.	Assessing Old and Damaged Images — Review image quality, identify damage and plan a correction workflow before making edits. 45 min Repairing Marks and Imperfections — Use suitable retouching and cloning approaches to address scratches, marks and damaged areas in a controlled manner. 75 min Photo Cloning Techniques — Develop the Photo Cloning Project by duplicating, removing or repositioning selected visual elements using layers and masks. 90 min Creative Transformation and Review — Refine a manipulated image, compare the original and edited versions, and review the effect of each editing decision. 60 min
Compositing and Scene Development Learn how to combine multiple visual elements into a coherent scene with attention to scale, edges, colour and visual consistency.	Planning a Composite Scene — Define the purpose of a scene, identify required assets and plan the layer structure before assembling the composition. 45 min Cutting Out and Combining Elements — Isolate subjects, place them on a new background and use masks to create clean transitions between elements. 90 min Scale, Perspective and Positioning — Adjust size, orientation and placement so that elements appear appropriately positioned within the developed scene. 75 min Colour Matching and Scene Finishing — Improve consistency between image elements through colour, tone and lighting adjustments, then complete the Scene Development Project. 90 min
Banner Design, Typography and Layout Apply Photoshop tools to create clear, balanced and presentable banner designs for practical communication purposes.	Banner Planning and Visual Hierarchy — Plan the message, canvas, imagery and placement of key information before beginning the design. 60 min Working with Text and Typography — Create text layers, select suitable type treatments, manage spacing and organise headings or supporting information. 75 min Shapes, Colour and Supporting Graphics — Use shapes, colour blocks and visual accents to improve structure, readability and design balance. 60 min Banner Development Project and Review — Create a complete banner, review alignment and hierarchy, make refinements and prepare the final design for presentation. 90 min
Collage Creation and Creative Design Practice Build a polished collage while developing stronger control over arrangement, spacing, consistency and creative expression.	Collage Concepts and Layout Planning — Choose a theme, select images and prepare a layout that supports balance, rhythm and clear visual communication. 45 min Arranging Images with Guides and Alignment — Place, crop and align multiple images using guides, spacing and layer organisation for a structured composition. 75 min Creative Effects and Consistency — Apply controlled effects, borders, adjustments and supporting text while maintaining a unified appearance. 75 min Collage Development Project — Complete and review a final collage, make presentation improvements and organise the editable working file. 90 min
Basic Animation, Portfolio Practice and Final Review Explore basic animation in Photoshop and consolidate the course skills through final practical work and review.	Introduction to Basic Photoshop Animation — Understand the basic relationship between layers, frames and timing. Create a simple animated visual for practice. 75 min Animation Refinement and Export Preparation — Review frame order, timing and visual continuity, then prepare the animation for an appropriate preview or export workflow. 60 min Final Practical Assignment and Presentation — Select or complete a practical design task combining editing, layers, composition or banner skills and present the outcome for review. 90 min Portfolio Organisation and Course Recap — Review the key tools and workflows, organise selected project files and identify areas for continued Photoshop practice. 60 min

HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE

Practical Projects

Photo Cloning Project — Create a controlled photo-cloning composition by duplicating or removing selected visual elements while maintaining consistent alignment, lighting and background continuity. Tools: Layers, selection tools, masks, transform controls, clone-based editing and layer organisation
Scene Development Project — Develop a composite scene by combining suitable image elements, adjusting scale and placement, and creating a visually coherent final composition. Tools: Selections, layer masks, transformations, blending, colour adjustment and compositing workflow
Banner Development Project — Design a presentable banner using a planned canvas, image elements, typography, colour choices and a clear visual hierarchy. Tools: Canvas settings, layers, text tools, shape tools, alignment, effects and export settings
Collage Development Project — Create a structured collage by arranging multiple photographs or visual elements into a balanced layout with consistent spacing and presentation. Tools: Guides, grids, layers, masks, cropping, alignment, typography and image adjustments
Photo Enhancement and Correction Project — Improve a selected photograph through correction, enhancement and controlled retouching while preserving a natural appearance. Tools: Crop, adjustment controls, retouching tools, colour correction, sharpening and non-destructive layers
Basic Photoshop Animation Project — Create a simple animated visual using sequential frames or layer states and prepare it for suitable preview or export. Tools: Timeline or frame workflow, layers, frame timing and animation export preparation

CAREER APPLICATION

Career Opportunities

The skills developed in this course can support independent creative work and entry-level work involving photo editing, banner creation, digital artwork, basic graphic design and image enhancement. Learners may use these skills for personal projects, photography-related work, design practice or freelance-style project work. Career outcomes depend on individual practice, portfolio quality and experience; the course does not guarantee employment or placement.

CERTIFICATION

Certification

Learners who complete the applicable course requirements can receive an ACLM Certificate of Participation with Online Verification Badge. Certification is available for this course; specific completion requirements should be confirmed with ACLM Institute of Professional Studies.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the Photoshop Course?

Anyone interested in Photoshop, graphic design, painting, digital artwork, photography or image editing can join. The course is at an intermediate level, and MS Paint knowledge is sufficient as a prerequisite.

What is the duration of the course?

The course duration is 01 Month.

Is the training available online and offline?

Yes. Training is available online and offline. Online training is offered for learners in India and internationally. Offline training is available in Greater Noida West, Noida, Greater Noida and Delhi NCR.

Is recorded training included?

No. The course is not recorded. Training is delivered through instructor-led sessions, practical exercises and live one-on-one guidance.

What practical projects are included?

Projects include photo cloning, scene development, banner development, collage development, photo enhancement and basic Photoshop animation practice.

What skills will I develop?

You will develop practical skills in banner creation, photo editing, photo enhancement, layer-based composition, cloning, scene development, collage creation and basic animation workflows.

Will I receive a certificate?

Certification is available. Eligible learners can receive an ACLM Certificate of Participation with Online Verification Badge, subject to the applicable course completion requirements.

What is the course fee?

The listed course fee is INR 7,000. Please confirm current fee details and payment information with ACLM Institute of Professional Studies before enrolment.

Does the course guarantee a job or placement?

No employment or placement guarantee is stated. The course is designed to build practical Photoshop skills that learners can apply to personal, academic, freelance-style or work-related creative projects.

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