Adobe Photoshop for Beginners

Adobe Photoshop for Beginners is a foundational course that introduces learners to the Photoshop interface, essential tools, and basic editing techniques. It is designed to help beginners confidently navigate the software and start creating and editing images effectively.

No Certificate / Course on Audit Track

About Course

Adobe Photoshop for Beginners is an introductory course designed to help learners understand the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop. The course covers the Photoshop interface, essential tools, and basic selection techniques through structured readings and curated video lessons. By the end of the course, learners will have a strong foundation to confidently navigate Photoshop and apply basic editing skills in practical scenarios.

Authorship and Attribution

This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.

Source and Credits:

  • Instructor: Terry Vander Heiden 
  • Provider: YouTube (@TV510)
  • License: Standard YouTube license

What You'll Learn

By completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the purpose and applications of Adobe Photoshop
  • Navigate the Photoshop interface and workspace efficiently
  • Identify and use essential Photoshop tools
  • Apply basic editing techniques using core tools
  • Create and use selections for targeted image editing
  • Build confidence to explore more advanced Photoshop features

Prerequisites

  • No prior experience in Photoshop is required
  • Basic computer literacy is recommended

Who Can Take This Course?

This course is designed for:

  • Beginners with no prior Photoshop experience
  • Students interested in graphic design or digital media
  • Faculty or staff seeking basic image editing skills
  • Professionals looking to build foundational creative software skills
  • Hobbyists and content creators

No prior Editing knowledge is required — just curiosity and a willingness to learn.

Course Outline

Welcome and Course Overview

Welcome and Course Overview (Reading)

Introduction to Adobe Photoshop and Workspace

Adobe Photoshop Overview (Reading)

Photoshop Setup and Interface Walk-through

Photoshop Set Up (Video)

Overview of Essential Photoshop Tools

Introduction to Tools Panel (Reading)

Using Core Editing Tools in Photoshop

Photoshop Tools Panel (Video)

Assessment

Practice Quiz (Problem)

Understanding Selections and Their Use Cases

Introduction to Selections in Photoshop (Reading)

Creating and Using Selections in Photoshop

Photoshop Selections (Video)

Key Takeaways and Next Steps

Course Summary and Continued Learning Path (Reading)

Skills You Will Gain

Basic Image Editing Photoshop Interface Navigation Tool-Based Editing Workflows Selection and Isolation Techniques Creative Software Confidence

Course Information

Duration

Approximately 3 Hours

Course Information

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Learning Mode

Fully Online (Asynchronous)

Learning Type

Self Paced

Language

Instructor/Curator

Course Instructor