Adobe InDesign CC Essential Skills
Upcoming dates
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Overview
This one day course covers the skills required to produce professional looking newsletters, brochures and other high quality documents.
The course includes practical ideas and suggestions on layout and design.
Who should attend
People who want to learn how to use Adobe InDesign CC, the industry standard tool for print and digital page layout and design.
Prerequisites
Attendees should be familiar with word processor and graphics packages.
A Creative Cloud login will be required.
What you'll learn
Students will learn how to use Adobe InDesign, a powerful tool that sets the standard for print and digital page layout. Learn essential tools and techniques to create professional-quality print and digital documents. Hands-on exercises and guided projects provide practical experience to unleash your creativity in design.
Course content
- Creating
Publications
- Navigating the InDesign Environment
- Using Rulers and Guides
- Understanding File Formats
- Control Panel
- Defining Colours
- Working with Graphics
- Working with Text
- Paragraph Styles
- Parent Pages
- Templates
- Printing and Exporting
- Sharing and Packaging
- Latest
Features including Generative AI
Common questions
When does Adobe InDesign CC Essential Skills next run?
The next date is Wed, 16 Sept 2026, and there are 7 further dates scheduled. Delivered live online, ACE Training Hamilton, ACE Training Christchurch, ACE Training Auckland. Every date and its format is listed on this page.
How much does Adobe InDesign CC Essential Skills cost?
From $545 + GST per person. Pricing can differ by date and location, so check the option you want before booking.
Can we pay by invoice instead of by card?
Yes. Choose 'Pay by invoice' when you book and we'll hold your place and send the invoice to your accounts address, with a purchase order number on it if you need one. You can also pay by card at the time of booking if that's easier.
Do I need any prior experience?
Attendees should be familiar with word processor and graphics packages. A Creative Cloud login will be required.
Can I attend online, or does it have to be in a classroom?
Both. Some dates run live online and others in-class — each date on this page shows its format, so pick whichever suits.
Can you run this course for my team?
Yes. Any ACE course can be delivered in-house at your workplace and tailored to your team's tools and goals — quote course code InDesign-Essentials when you enquire.