Premiere Pro ACP

Build the skills to edit digital video using Adobe Premiere Pro.

Key details

Location

Online

Course overview

This Adobe Premiere Pro course is a great way for anyone to master digital video editing. Designed for both beginners and experienced editors looking to polish their skills. The Premiere Pro short course covers a wide range of non-linear editing techniques, making sure learners are ready to tackle various video projects, especially those aimed at web and social media platforms.

This comprehensive program includes Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) certification upon successful completion of an exam, enabling students to showcase their newly acquired skills to potential employers and clients.

Tuition fees per individual: £690*

Available online courses

06 - 23 January* 18:00 – 21:00 (* Every weekday except 07, 10, 14, 17, 21 January)
07 February - 28 March, weekly, Fridays, 09:30 – 12:30
20 February - 10 April, weekly, Thursdays, 18:00 - 21:00
02 - 05 June, daily, 09:00 - 16:00
21 - 24 July, daily, 09:00 - 16:00

Book course

*If you're a student or staff different fees apply. Please visit our dedicated student and staff areas for specific information.

Course details

Build the skills to edit digital video using Adobe Premiere Pro, learning basic and advanced modes of non-linear editing techniques.

This course is for anyone who wants to learn Adobe Premiere Pro up to an advanced level, and edit videos for different platforms, including web and social media. You don't need to have any video editing knowledge or experience. Build the skills to edit digital video using Adobe Premiere Pro, learning basic and advanced modes of non-linear editing techniques.

How you'll learn

Our online short courses are delivered through Microsoft Teams, ensuring a seamless learning experience. Each session starts with a live broadcast from the tutor to introduce the topic and guide you through the resources. Our online short courses include various learning methods such as videos, quizzes and exercises. The tutor remains available online for real-time support, making learning effective and enjoyable. Our blended teaching approach combines live and pre-recorded content, providing flexibility to learn at your own pace.

Creating basic projects
Understanding the interface
Importing footage
Video resolutions
Video clip and sequence settings
Creating an initial edit/sequence
Editing and handling video clips
Organising projects

Adjusting audio volumes
Different editing tools
Adding hold/still frames
Cleaning up and organising a timeline
Using markers
Understand J&L cuts
Editing application settings and preferences
Applying effects and transitions
Encoding and exporting video
Project organisation – labels, folders etc.

Making a sub-clip
Animation and keyframes
Blending modes
Adjustment layers and masks
Importing Photoshop files
Creating multicam sequences
Editing tools

Importing image sequences
Masking
Ultra key effect
Track matte effect
Adding and editing tracks

Production workflows
Adding and editing text and creating lower third graphics
Nesting sequences
Creative commons licensing
Different camera shot types
Royalty free content
Crop effect

Recording a voiceover
Cleaning up a recording - removing noise and reverb
The essential sound palette
Scaling and positioning clips in a sequence
Archiving a project
Colour grading

Introduce Gmetrix practice exams
Recap the ultra key effect
Recap the track matte effect

Go back over aspect ratios, resolutions and frame rates
Review different types of camera shots
Review the creative commons licensing

Key information

Engaging content
A variety of different ways to learn
Clear guidelines to work through the practice exercises
Constructive feedback from tutors on your submitted work
Technical assistance from your tutors

This course will be delivered online via Microsoft Teams.

After the end of the course will take the Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) exam. On passing the ACP exam will earn you the Adobe Certified Associate accreditation. You'll receive a digital badge for social media platforms like LinkedIn and a digital certificate.

The ACP certification validates expertise in Adobe Premiere Pro, enhancing career prospects and boosting professional credibility. It instils confidence, serves as tangible proof of skills, and provides a competitive edge in the job market. Overall, the ACP certification supports career advancement and professional growth in digital creativity.

You will need access to a laptop/desktop computer (Mac/PC) with Adobe Premiere Pro installed.

If you don't have an Adobe licence, consider the following options from Adobe:

Free one-week trial from Adobe.
One-month single application subscription for £32.98* per month, cancel anytime.
Annual application licence for £262.51* or monthly for £21.98* (early cancellation fees apply).
Subscribe to all Creative Cloud apps under the same types above but for all the Adobe Creative cloud apps.

Please visit the Adobe website to find out more.

*prices are correct as of 10 September 2024

There are no entry requirements for this Adobe Premiere Pro course and previous experience is not necessary, however, you should be confident in the use of IT generally.

Matthew Abbott - Course Lead

Matthew is a Digital Skills Trainer at Falmouth, specialising in Microsoft Office 365 and Adobe Premiere Pro. He delivers a range of Adobe and Microsoft courses, including Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) qualifications. He holds a degree in Sustainable Product Design and a PCET teaching certificate, and has served as a Senior Technician at Falmouth University for over 20 years.

Find out more

Read our short course terms & conditions

Terms and Conditions for Non-Credit Bearing Short Courses (284.08 KB)

How to apply

Tuition fees per individual

£690*

Available courses

Online:

06 - 23 January* 18:00 – 21:00 (* Every weekday except 07, 10, 14, 17, 21 January)
07 February - 28 March, weekly, Fridays, 09:30 – 12:30
20 February - 10 April, weekly, Thursdays, 18:00 - 21:00
02 - 05 June, daily, 09:00 - 16:00
21 - 24 July, daily, 09:00 - 16:00