Where will this course lead?

This course is designed to give you the confidence and practical skills to create professional-looking digital content using Canva Pro. Whether you're looking to boost your employability, support a business, enhance your social media presence, or simply develop a valuable digital skill, this course is an excellent starting point.

You'll gain hands-on experience creating eye-catching designs and learn techniques that can be applied in the workplace, education, volunteering, community projects, or personal interests.

What will I study?

During this practical, beginner-friendly course, you'll learn how to use Canva Pro to create engaging and professional digital content.

Topics may include:

  • Getting started with Canva Pro and understanding the workspace.
  • Creating social media graphics, posters, flyers and presentations.
  • Working with templates to save time and improve design quality.
  • Adding and editing text, images, icons and branding elements.
  • Using Canva Pro features including Magic Design, Background Remover and Brand Kits.
  • Creating content for personal, educational or business use.
  • Understanding basic design principles to make your content stand out.
  • Exporting and sharing designs across different platforms.

By the end of the course, you'll have produced a range of practical designs and feel confident using Canva Pro independently.

How will this course be delivered?

Every Thursday, 12:30 PM - 3.00 PM, for 12 weeks, at Solihull College & University Centre 

What qualifications will I get?

Solihull College & University Centre Completion Certificate

How will I be assessed?

This is a college certificate course with no formal assessment. You'll learn through practical activities, guided demonstrations and hands-on projects, with plenty of support from your tutor throughout the course.

How do I get a place on the course?

Click Enquire Now or email Adult.Skills@Solihull.ac.uk for further information and enrolment details.

What are the entry requirements?

To enrol on this course, you should:

  • Hold a West Midlands postcode.
  • Earn £34,149 per year or less to be eligible for a free place.
  • Have basic computer skills, such as using a keyboard, mouse and internet browser.

No previous design experience is required.

What else do I need to know?

Why join?

  • No experience needed
  • Learn a highly sought-after digital skill
  • Create professional-looking content quickly and easily
  • Gain confidence with industry-recognised design tools
  • Support available every step of the way

What can I do after this course?

After completing this course, you could:

  • Progress to more advanced digital design, marketing or content creation courses.
  • Explore AI-powered creative tools and digital skills programmes available at the college.
  • Create professional marketing materials for a business, charity or community group.
  • Enhance your social media content and personal branding.
  • Apply your new design skills in the workplace or support career development.
  • Use Canva with confidence for presentations, events, projects and everyday creative tasks.

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

24/09/2026

Day

Thursday

Time

12:30-15:00

Course Fee

Free*

Course Code

Study Mode

Part Time

Canva Pro Essentials: Create Professional Designs with Confidence

What’s Involved?

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

The career paths provided are to give you an idea of the careers that you could progress onto in the future. However, for some, you may need to complete higher level qualifications and gain experience before your dream job becomes a reality. The information provided is to support further research and to generate some initial career ideas when choosing a course. Please check entry requirements to degree courses, apprenticeships, and jobs as this may vary from year to year and across providers. For further advice and guidance, please contact: careers@solihull.ac.uk.