Desktop Publishing Courses Online

Program Title: Certificate & Diploma course in Desktop Publishing & Design

Description: Desktop Publishing & Design is one of the fastest growing fields. You get to learn all aspects of design, development, planning and documentation. All companies use desktop publishing for creating newsletters, reports, brochures, advertising etc. As a desktop publisher or designer you will be able to present your work in a better manner, learn the use of charts and graphs, create publications and advertisements etc.

Syllabus: Desktop design involves an in-depth knowledge of design concepts, typography, graphical presentations, page layout, prepress, imaging, sizing documents and so on. Topics include:

• Desktop Publishing - an introduction
• Fundamentals of Design Layout
• Creating Newsletters
• Design and Production
• Planning and scheduling
• Adobe PageMaker software
• Elements of illustration & printing
• Selecting, sizing, and placing art in documents
• Creating an online document

Accreditation: The Accrediting Council of Independent Colleges and Schools

Format of Education: Online Course

Language: English 

Job Opportunities: Desktop design involves an in-depth knowledge of design concepts, typography, graphical presentations, page layout, prepress, imaging, sizing documents and so on. Desktop publishing ranks among the top ten fastest growing career options. Mostly jobs are found in industries, companies and offices. Desktop publishers design business cards, reports, newsletters, brochures, reports and flyers. The average earnings for desktop publishers are around $50,000 per year.

University / Institutes:

Penn Foster Career School: With 13 million students enrolled since 1890, Penn Foster Career School is the world's largest and most respected distance learning institution.

ITT Technical Institute: ITT Educational Services, Inc. is a leading private college system focused on technology-oriented degree programs. The institute offers education that can be used in some of today's fastest growing career fields, including electronics, web development, computer programming, computer networking, and computer drafting and design. The programs at ITT Institute continue year-round helping the students enter the work force sooner. ITT Technical Institute has over 75 campuses nationwide. Assistance is offered on job-seeking and job-keeping skills and techniques.

Stratford Career Institute: Stratford Career Institute is an innovative leader in the field of distance education. With thousands of students world-wide, SCI has earned its reputation in the delivery of career training. SCI offers over 50 distance education programs and have a placement assistance program too.