Photo Retouching Certificate Online With Software

This program includes

48 hours of project-based training from experts
26 training videos
Access to Adobe Creative Cloud Software (4 months)
Learn from an Adobe Certified Professional
Retake for free within 1 year
Access to class recordings (30 days)
Verified digital certificate of completion
Licensed by NYS Department of Education

This course is self-paced. For live online or in-person instruction, take the Photo Retouching Certificate.

Learn industry-standard retouching techniques using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom to organize, edit, and enhance your photos. By the end of the certificate program, you’ll have a solid foundation in perfecting both your own images and stock photography.

This Photo Retouching Certificate is designed for beginners as well as those with more advanced design experience. The program includes courses in Adobe Photoshop, Advanced Retouching, and Adobe Lightroom.

Courses & Videos in This Certificate Program

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Unit 1 18 Hours

Adobe Photoshop Bootcamp (Self-Paced)

Retouch and enhance photos, create graphics, and work with layers, masks, and filters in Adobe Photoshop at your own pace. This self-paced course teaches essential techniques for color correction, image compositing, and preparing files for web, video, and print.

Learn to retouch photos and design graphics
Enhance images by adjusting color, brightness, and contrast
Use selections to edit specific areas of an image
Prepare images for digital, web, video, or print formats
Simplify edits with adjustment layers
Remove backgrounds using layer masks
Sharpen and refine photos
Apply visual effects with filters, shadows, blend modes, and more

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Lesson 1: Photoshop Foundations & Image Editing

Lesson 2: Selections, Color, & Image Correction

Lesson 3: Sharpening, Filters, & Layer Masking

Lesson 4: Creative Image Enhancement & Presentation

Lesson 5: Camera Raw & Professional Photo Editing

Lesson 6: Automation, Design, & Mockups

Unit 2 12 Hours

Photoshop Advanced (Self-Paced)

Advanced color correction and masking techniques
Combine photos to make a convincing composite
Learn to make complex selections (such as hair) using “Select and Mask”, channels, and more
See useful applications of Blending Modes
Retouch skin
Learn the Pen tool for use in vector masks & clipping paths
Explore Photoshop’s Generative AI features

Unit 3 12 Hours

Adobe Lightroom Classic (Self-Paced)

Learn to organize, edit, and share your digital photos
Develop your photos for printing, creating slideshows, webpages, and more
Backup strategies to keep your photo library safe

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Tuition

Full Tuition

$2,320
$2,000
Due before the class starts

This program includes

48 hours of project-based training from experts
26 training videos
Access to Adobe Creative Cloud Software (4 months)
Learn from an Adobe Certified Professional
Retake for free within 1 year
Access to class recordings (30 days)
Verified digital certificate of completion
Licensed by NYS Department of Education

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Learn the concepts and skills covered in this program or your tuition is on us. See details and terms & conditions.

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Work on projects proven to boost retention

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Refresh the materials for free within one year

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24/7 access to our premium course videos and projects.
Access to Adobe Creative Cloud Software (4 months)
Industry experts are assigned as your course instructor. Message your instructor with any questions.
Participate in Noble online discussion forums — share ideas and receive additional support.
Hands-on quizzes and mini projects to test and reinforce concepts.
Receive job placement assistance to help you land the perfect job in the AEC industry. (Noble does not guarantee any job or employment outcome.)

Earn a NY State-Licensed Certificate

Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!

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Photo Retouching Certificate (Self-Paced) Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Learn how to retouch photos with Adobe Photoshop
Enhance your images by adjusting color, contrast, and more
Learn how to organize, edit, and share your digital photos with Adobe Lightroom
Prepare your photos for print, slideshows, webpages, and more
Master advanced color correction and masking techniques
Learn color management techniques to improve color accuracy for output
Learn sharpening techniques and how to smooth skin textures

Project Examples

Learn practical skills by working on real projects with instructor guidance and lectures to strengthen and improve your skill.

Photo of car with motion added using Photoshop

Make dramatic color corrections to save even the worst photos.

Learn techniques to easily smooth rough-looking skin.

Use the Liquify filter to subtly correct facial expressions.

Use Channels to quickly and easily change colors.

Use filters to simulate motion and make images “pop”.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course open to beginners?

Yes, this course is open to beginners. Students must be comfortable using a computer. No other prior knowledge is required.

Do you offer payment plans or student financing for this course?

This course does not qualify for payments plans or student financing. See our Payment Plan FAQ to find related programs that qualify.

How long do I have access to the course materials?

This program is available for 90 days.
You can choose when to start your access period. Once you activate, you will have 90 days to complete it (access the course materials, quizzes, projects and videos). You may request one extension of seven (7) days. Other extension requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Videos are not downloadable.

What is the cancellation and refund policy for this certificate?

What’s included with my tuition?

A hands-on learning experience working on projects and exercises, which is proven to boost comprehension, retention, and engagement
Expert instructors who are industry professionals and experienced educators that are driven to help you succeed
A comprehensive program with 3 in-depth course modules designed to build your skills progressively
Extensive video training resources to support your learning journey
Access to Adobe Creative Cloud Software (4 months) during your training
Expert support with answers to your questions from real instructors throughout your learning journey
Top-notch curricula that have been tried and tested over many years and are consistently improved for an optimal learning experience
30-day access to class recordings to review material at your own pace
A certificate of completion to verify your accomplishment
Training from an institution licensed by the NYS Department of Education

Are there any additional fees or expenses?

There are no extra fees or taxes for our courses. The price you see on this page is the maximum you’ll pay us.

Do you offer any discounts for this course?

This program is a discounted package of classes that is 15–25% off the individual class prices, so additional discounts do not apply.

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Installment Plan Breakdown for Photo Retouching Certificate (Self-Paced)

Each installment is charged to your card on file every 30 days or before you begin your next class.

Installments		List Price
$975.00	Deposit – Adobe Photoshop Bootcamp (Self-Paced)	$975
$695.00	Photoshop Advanced (Self-Paced)	$695
$330.00	Adobe Lightroom Classic (Self-Paced)	$650
▴ The certificate discount of $320 has been applied
$2,000.00	Total You Pay

See the Installment plan FAQ for more information.