Certificate in Desk Top Publishing (DTP)

Certificate in Desk Top Publishing (DTP)

Job Description

This course aims to develop skills in desktop publishing software to design and produce professional print and digital materials.

Objective: A Certificate in Desktop Publishing (DTP) provides students with the essential skills to work in the world of design and publication. By learning how to use industry-standard software and understanding design principles, graduates are well-equipped to create professional, print-ready documents and digital content. This course is ideal for individuals interested in entering fields such as graphic design, publishing, advertising, and marketing.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria 1	Criteria 2	Experience	Training Qualification
8th	Pursuing Continuous Schooling	No Experience	None
10th	Passed	No Experience	None
12th	Passed	No Experience	None

Sector

Information Technology

Certifying Bodies

National Education Training And Development

Type of Organisation

Board of Vocational Education

Occupation Standards/Syllabus	NCO Code	Mandatory/ Optional	Duration
Introduction to Desktop Publishing Fundamentals of Graphic Design Adobe Photoshop for DTP Page Layout Design using Adobe InDesign CorelDRAW for Desktop Publishing	N/A	Mandatory	3 Monts

Learning Module In Job Role/Syllabus

Career Opportunities

Desktop Publishing Specialist

Create page layouts for magazines, newspapers, and books.

Graphic Designer

Design promotional materials like brochures, posters, and flyers.

Pre-Press Operator

Prepare files for printing and publication.

Typesetter

Format and arrange text for publications.

Freelance Designer

Offer services in publishing and document design.

Document Specialist

Design reports, manuals, and corporate documents.

Publishing Assistant

Assist in designing and publishing print or digital materials.

Duration Hours

Theory :

80 Practical :

80 Employability Skills :

OJT (Mandatory) :

20

Specializations in Course

Printing and Publishing Houses
Advertising Agencies
Media and Journalism Firms
Corporate Communication Teams
Educational Institutions (for e-learning content)
Freelance Platforms

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