Adobe Dreamweaver Courses & Training

Adobe Dreamweaver Training for Web Design and Development

Overview

Adobe Dreamweaver is a web design and development application used to build, edit, and manage websites using standard technologies such as HTML and CSS. It provides a hybrid environment where users can work visually while retaining full access to underlying code, allowing for a balance between efficiency and control.

This training focuses on how websites are constructed and maintained in real working environments. Rather than relying on visual tools alone, learners develop an understanding of how pages are structured, how styling is applied, and how changes affect the final output. This ensures that users are not constrained by templates or automated systems and can make informed decisions when working with web content.

The course is designed to support different starting points. Core Skills introduces the fundamentals of page structure and styling, while Complete expands into more advanced layout control and responsive design. Alongside this, there is a strong focus on workflow, how sites are organised, how files are managed, and how changes are applied safely.

Dreamweaver is particularly valuable in situations where direct access to site structure is required. Whether maintaining an existing website or building new pages, it allows precise control over layout, styling, and code. By the end of the training, learners understand how websites are built and can work with them confidently using structured, standards-based approaches.

Where Dreamweaver is used

Dreamweaver is used to create, edit, and maintain websites in environments where direct control over structure and code is important, or where working outside a CMS such as WordPress is required.

At a fundamental level, it is used to build web pages using HTML to define content and CSS to control presentation. This allows pages to be consistent, accessible, and adaptable across different devices. In business environments, Dreamweaver is often used to manage existing sites, updating content, adjusting layouts, and ensuring that pages remain functional without relying entirely on external developers.

It is also used to build smaller websites from scratch, including creating navigation, linking pages, and organising site files. For those working more directly with code, Dreamweaver provides features such as syntax highlighting and code suggestions, improving accuracy and efficiency.

Its value lies in combining visual editing with direct code access, allowing users to move between design and structure without losing control.

Understanding how websites work

A core part of the training is developing a clear understanding of how websites function at a structural level.

Web pages are built using HTML, which defines the content and organisation of a page. Elements such as headings, paragraphs, images, and links form the structure that everything else depends on. CSS is then used to control how that structure is presented, including layout, colours, typography, and spacing.

By separating structure from styling, websites can be updated more efficiently while maintaining consistency. Dreamweaver allows learners to work with both aspects at the same time, making changes visually while seeing how those changes affect the underlying code.

Responsive design is also a key consideration. Modern websites must adapt to different screen sizes, and Dreamweaver supports this through flexible layouts and media queries. Understanding these principles allows learners to move beyond basic editing and work with websites in a controlled and reliable way.

Working with live websites

In most real-world scenarios, websites are not built from scratch. They are updated, extended, and maintained over time.

Dreamweaver supports this by allowing users to work with existing site structures. Files can be managed locally and synchronised with live servers, providing a controlled way to make and track changes. This is particularly important when working on larger sites, where even small updates can affect multiple pages.

Learners develop the ability to navigate site structures, manage links, and ensure that updates do not break existing functionality. The training also covers testing and previewing changes before publishing, reducing the risk of errors and ensuring that content behaves as expected across different browsers and devices.

This practical focus prepares learners to work with real websites rather than isolated examples.

Who the training is suited to

This training is relevant to anyone who needs to understand or manage website content and structure.

Marketing professionals benefit by being able to update website content directly, improving speed and reducing dependency on developers. Business owners and entrepreneurs use Dreamweaver to maintain their own sites, gaining confidence in making changes without introducing errors.

Content managers and administrators benefit from having direct control over both content and structure, particularly in environments where manual updates are required. For those interested in web development, Dreamweaver provides a practical introduction to HTML and CSS within a structured environment.

No prior coding experience is required, and learners can build capability progressively from foundational concepts.

Course structure

Our Adobe Dreamweaver training is organised around practical web workflows rather than a rigid progression model.

The Introduction to Dreamweaver course introduces the fundamentals of page creation, including HTML structure, CSS styling, and how pages are built and displayed. Complete develops more advanced capabilities, including responsive design, layout control, and managing larger site structures.

Additional areas focus on workflow, including file management, testing, and publishing. This ensures that learners are prepared to work with real websites rather than isolated exercises.

Skills developed

Learners gain practical skills that support both web design and ongoing site management.

They learn how to structure web pages using HTML, apply CSS to control layout and presentation, and build responsive designs that adapt across devices. Confidence is developed in managing site files, linking pages, and maintaining organised structures.

They also learn how to test and publish updates safely, ensuring that changes are applied correctly and do not introduce errors. Working directly with code becomes more familiar, allowing learners to diagnose issues and make precise adjustments when needed.

These skills enable learners to work confidently with websites, whether creating new pages or maintaining existing ones.

Professional relevance

Dreamweaver occupies a specific role within modern web workflows. While many sites are built using content management systems and frameworks, there remains a clear need for direct access to underlying structure and code.

It provides a controlled environment where users can work with web technologies without losing visibility into how they function. This is particularly valuable when automated systems are limiting or when precise control is required.

Dreamweaver can also be used alongside other tools, including content management systems, design applications, and development environments, allowing users to move between visual editing and structured code as needed.

The training ensures that learners understand how to use Dreamweaver effectively within this wider ecosystem, recognising when direct editing is appropriate and how to maintain clean, standards-based code. As websites continue to play a central role in communication and business, the ability to understand and manage web structure remains a valuable skill.