Description
Course Name: Certificate in Photoshop
Course Id: CIP/Q1001.
Eligibility: Completion of 10th Grade (high School) or equivalent.
Objective: A Certificate in Photoshop is an excellent way to gain proficiency in one of the most widely-used tools in graphic design, photography, and digital media. Whether you’re looking to enhance your photos, create designs, or build a career in the creative industry, this certificate provides the skills you need to succeed.
Duration: Three Months.
 How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:
 Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.
 Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.
 Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.
 Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.
 Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.
 Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.
 Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.
 Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.
 Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.
Online Examination Detail:
Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.
| Marking System: | ||||||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks | |||
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 | |||
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | |||
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 | |||
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| 30 | 100 | |||||
| How Students will be Graded: | ||||||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | ||||
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | ||||
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | ||||
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | ||||
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | ||||
| 5 | 51-60 | C (Average) | ||||
| 6 | 40-50 | P (Pass) | ||||
| 7 | 0-40 | F (Fail) | ||||
 Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:
 Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.
 Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.
 Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.
 Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.
 Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.
 Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.
Syllabus
Introduction to Photoshop & User Interface: Understanding Photoshop Interface, Setting Up and Customizing Workspaces, Understanding Image Resolution and File Formats, Creating and Managing Documents, Navigating Through Panels and Toolbars, Keyboard Shortcuts for Efficiency, Saving and Exporting Files, Understanding Layers and Layer Management.
Selection Tools and Image Cropping: Using Marquee Tools (Rectangular, Elliptical), Lasso Tools (Polygonal, Magnetic, Freehand), Magic Wand and Quick Selection Tools, Refining Selections with Select & Mask, Cropping and Resizing Images, Perspective Crop and Straightening Tools, Understanding Aspect Ratios, Advanced Selection Techniques for Complex Backgrounds.
Layers and Blending Modes: Understanding Layer Properties, Creating and Managing Layer Groups, Opacity vs. Fill Differences, Using Blending Modes for Effects, Adjustment Layers and Non-Destructive Editing, Creating Layer Masks for Precision Editing, Using Clipping Masks for Image Compositing, Smart Objects and Their Benefits.
Image Retouching and Photo Manipulation: Healing Brush and Spot Healing Tools, Clone Stamp and Patch Tool for Image Restoration, Dodge, Burn, and Sponge Tools for Enhancements, Liquify Tool for Facial Adjustments, Removing Unwanted Objects from Images, Skin Smoothing and Blemish Removal, Color Correction and Enhancement, Adding Depth and Shadows to Images.
Working with Text and Typography: Creating and Formatting Text, Character and Paragraph Styles, Warping and Distorting Text Effects, Creating 3D Text Effects, Layer Styles for Text Enhancement, Text Masking Techniques, Adding Shadows, Glows, and Strokes, Using Type on Path and Text Effects.
Filters and Special Effects: Applying Built-in Filters (Blur, Sharpen, Noise, Distort), Using Smart Filters for Non-Destructive Editing, Adding Realistic Motion Blur and Depth Effects, Creating Lens Flare and Lighting Effects, Converting Images into Digital Paintings, Glitch and Pixel Sorting Effects, Creating Watercolor and Sketch Effects, Simulating HDR Effects.
Photoshop Features: basic printing, Cropping, Sizing, Color correction..
Job Opportunities after Certificate in Photoshop
Graduates can build careers in graphic design, photo editing, and digital media.
Top Roles: Graphic Designer, Web Designer, Social Media Designer, Photo Editor/Retoucher, Advertising Designer, UI/UX Designer, Digital Illustrator, E-commerce Product Image Editor, Motion Graphics Designer, Print Production Designer, Packaging Designer, Freelance Designer, Art Director, Post-Production Artist, Content Creator/Influencer.
Key Sectors: Advertising agencies, digital marketing firms, media & entertainment, e-commerce, photography studios, web development companies, publishing houses, and freelance platforms.
Salary Range (India):
Entry-level: ₹2–4 LPA
Mid-level: ₹4–6 LPA
Senior-level: ₹6–10 LPA+
Scope: High demand due to growing digital content, social media marketing, and online branding, with excellent opportunities in freelancing, creative agencies, and entrepreneurship.
