Adobe InDesign Complete

Course Code: AIDCM  |

£695.00

  • 3 Day Course, 10am – 4pm
  • Completion Certificate
  • Post Course Support
  • On Demand Videos

Overview

The Adobe InDesign Complete (3-day) course is designed for professionals responsible for creating complex, publication-quality documents. Delivered live online or at our London training centre, this course provides comprehensive coverage of the tools and workflows required for professional page layout and document production.

Over three days, you will develop advanced control over document setup, text flow, styles, images, colour management, and layout consistency. The course focuses on efficient workflows for producing brochures, reports, magazines, and other multi-page documents, as well as preparing files reliably for print and PDF distribution. Emphasis is placed on accuracy, organisation, and repeatable production methods, enabling you to manage larger documents and more demanding layouts with confidence.

In-Person or Live Online

Flexible delivery options

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Contents

  • InDesign Workspace
    Understand the interface, tools, panels, and navigation.
  • Document Setup
    Create documents using correct page size, margins, columns, and bleed.
  • Working with Text
    Place, flow, and format text using text frames.
  • Text Styles
    Apply paragraph and character styles consistently.
  • Typography Basics
    Use hierarchy, spacing, and alignment for readability.
  • Working with Images
    Place, scale, and manage images correctly.
  • Colour and Swatches
    Apply RGB and CMYK colours using swatches.
  • Preflight and Export
    Check documents and export reliable PDF and print outputs.
  • Advanced Layout Techniques
    Build on core InDesign skills to create structured, professional multi page layouts.
  • Layout and Structure
    Build structured layouts using grids and guides.
  • Parent Pages
    Manage repeating elements such as headers and page numbers.
  • Styles and Consistency
    Use paragraph, character, and object styles.
  • Working with Long Documents
    Control page flow across multi-page layouts.
  • Images and Graphics Control
    Manage linked images and fitting options.
  • Colour Management
    Apply colour confidently across documents.
  • Export and Output
    Prepare consistent print-ready and PDF outputs.
  • Document Structure and Page Architecture
    Build robust document structures using pages, sections, margins, columns, and grids.
  • Professional Layout and Style Systems
    Apply paragraph, character, and object styles to maintain consistency across complex layouts.
  • Advanced Layout Control
    Refine complex layouts using grids and layers.
  • Object Styles and Libraries
    Standardise elements using styles and libraries.
  • Long Document Techniques
    Manage document structure and revisions.
  • Tables and Structured Content
    Create and format tables.
  • Typography Refinement
    Apply refined hierarchy and consistency.
  • Preflight and Packaging
    Prepare files for handover or print.

Outcomes

  • Produce complex multi-page documents
  • Manage documents end-to-end
  • Apply refined typography
  • Use advanced styles and structured elements
  • Manage assets and tables
  • Prepare files for print or handover
  • Resolve production issues
  • Produce polished outputs

Requirements

This course is suitable for beginners through to intermediate users who want a complete, structured pathway in Adobe InDesign. No prior knowledge is required beyond basic PC or Mac skills, as Days 1-2 cover the full foundation and core skills before progressing to complete workflows on Day 3.

If you only need the fundamentals, Adobe InDesign Core Skills (2-day) may be sufficient. If you want formal exam preparation as well, choose Adobe InDesign Certification (4-day). We also offer private and one-to-one InDesign training.

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Maximum 6 students

Completion Certificate

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Flexible Booking

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Booking

Places can be booked online. Individuals may pay at checkout by card. Companies and organisations can select the invoice option at checkout to pay later by bank transfer or card. Group bookings, private team training, and consultancy-led bespoke programmes are all available on request.

Contact

If you have any questions about our Adobe InDesign Complete course please send us a message using our contact page and we will reply to you as soon as possible – or call us on 0203 3974567.
 
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