Building Computer Skills to Enable Success
Building Computer Skills to Enable Success
Adobe InDesign Foundation
What Your Team Will Learn
Ever looked at a beautifully designed magazine or brochure and thought, “Imagine if our team could create something like that”? Or maybe your staff have inherited a stack of InDesign files and nobody knows where to start. Welcome to our Adobe InDesign Foundation course, where we will take your team from layout novices to publishing pros.
Across two days we will cover everything from setting up documents properly to working with text, images, styles and parent pages. By the end your staff will be creating documents that look like they came straight from a design studio, and we promise, no design degree required.
What You'll Get With This Course
Live Instructor-Led Training
Highly experienced and approachable trainers
Comprehensive Materials
eCertificate of Completion
Proudly recognise your achievement
Lifetime Support
Expert help, always within reach
Skill Level: Beginner
Duration: 2 Day
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
CPD Hours: 12hrs
Adobe InDesign Foundation Course Content
The InDesign User Interface
- User Interface
- Workspaces and the menu bar
- Panels and the panel dock
- The Tools panel
- Setting preferences
Setting up Documents
- Document presets
- Margins and columns
- Rulers, guides, bleed and slug
The Links Panel
- Why graphics are linked
- Updating and replacing graphics
- Modified and missing links
Adding Images
- Understanding file formats
- Placing images
- Frame fitting options
- Text wrapping
Using Colour
- Colour models and colour gamut
- The Swatches panel
- Process, tints and spot colours
- Eyedropper and gradients
Creating Objects
- Basic shape tools
- Applying fill and stroke
- Arranging and aligning objects
Working with Text
- Creating text frames
- Placing and importing text
- Character formatting
- Paragraph formatting
Working with Styles
- Creating paragraph and character styles
- Applying and editing styles
- Indents, tabs, bullets and numbering
- Drop caps and nested styles
Creative Cloud Libraries
- Creating and naming libraries
- Adding and organising elements
- Using libraries across documents
Using Parent Pages
- Creating and editing parent pages
- Applying and loading parent pages
- Auto page numbering
- Inserting sections
Creating a Table of Contents
- Inserting a table of contents
- Formatting and TOC styles
- Updating a table of contents
- Bookmarks for PDF
Working with Tables
- Creating and importing tables
- Entering and formatting text in cells
- Adjusting a table
Publishing and Save Options
- Preflighting files
- Exporting to PDF
- Packaging tools and settings
*Our outlines are a guide to the content covered in a typical class.
We may change the course topics to meet the objectives of a particular class.
Want to run this course for your staff?
Standard course ready to go — customisation available if your team needs it.
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FAQ's
Where can this Adobe InDesign Foundation training be delivered?
We can deliver InDesign training directly at your office for a traditional classroom-style session, online via a live facilitator for remote staff, or through a hybrid model that combines both. This flexibility means staff can join from wherever they are. Each format is designed to be practical and hands-on, so learners get the most from the experience.
How many staff can attend an Adobe InDesign Foundation training session?
The training works best in small to medium groups, allowing participants to practise creating layouts while receiving guidance from the trainer. We’ll recommend an ideal number for your team but are happy to adapt to your circumstances. Keeping the group manageable ensures everyone gets support as they build confidence.
Can we schedule the Adobe InDesign Foundation training at a time that suits us?
Yes, scheduling is entirely flexible. You might prefer a full-day workshop for full coverage, or shorter sessions across several dates to ease workload pressures. We’ll design the timetable to fit your organisation’s needs.
What will my team be able to do after the Adobe InDesign Foundation course?
Participants will learn how to set up documents, create text frames, and work with images. They’ll also gain experience in applying formatting, using styles, and producing professional page layouts. By the end of the course, staff will feel confident creating simple brochures, flyers, or documents.
Do participants need any prior knowledge of Adobe InDesign?
No, this is a beginner-level course. We’ll start from the basics, so even if participants have never used InDesign before, they’ll be able to follow along easily.
Can the Adobe InDesign Foundation training content be customised to our needs?
Yes, we can adapt the exercises to reflect your organisation’s design work. For example, if you regularly create newsletters or reports, we can use those as examples. This ensures the training feels relevant and practical.
Will staff receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, participants will receive a digital certificate once the course is complete. This provides a clear record of their training and can be added to their professional portfolio.
Do you provide support after the Adobe Adobe InDesign Foundation training?
Yes, lifetime support is included. Staff can contact us with questions later, ensuring they continue to feel supported as they apply their skills.
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Prior Knowledge
This course assumes no prior knowledge of Adobe InDesign. It is suitable for complete beginners who want to learn how to create professional page layouts, documents, and publications using industry standard tools.
Required Software
You will need Adobe InDesign (part of Adobe Creative Cloud) installed on your computer to participate in this course. Please ensure you have the latest version installed through your Adobe Creative Cloud subscription.
Course Materials
All exercise files needed for the course will be provided. In some cases, you may receive them by email prior to the training so you can download them in advance. Otherwise, everything will be supplied during the session, and no preparation is required.
Note About Different Versions
While this course primarily uses the latest version of Adobe InDesign, the core principles and skills learned are transferable to recent versions. However, for the best learning experience and access to all features covered in the course, we recommend using the latest version available through Creative Cloud.
Brendon Farrell
Co-Founder / Facilitator
From my early days wrestling with DOS commands to navigating today’s cloud-based world, I’ve dedicated my career to demystifying technology for others.
As a certified Microsoft and eLearning specialist, there’s nothing I enjoy more than seeing that spark of understanding when a student masters a new skill.
Outside of the training room, my passions run deep, whether I’m spending quality time with my wife and son, sharing my four decade love of lacrosse with junior players as their coach, or cycling around Melbourne’s on either my road bike or mountain bike.
Mark Finney
Co-Founder / Facilitator
With a coffee in hand and a passion for problem solving in my heart, I’ve made it my mission to turn tech frustrations into success stories. Through years of hands-on experience, I understand the challenges learners face.
Being both a co-founder and trainer at Keystroke Learning lets me combine my love for teaching with creating innovative learning solutions that actually work in the real world.
When I step away from the keyboard, find me strumming my favorite tunes on guitar, relaxing with my wife watching movies on the couch, or tending to my garden.