Digital, Creative & Business
CorelDRAW & Print Design
Print-ready design for banners, cards and signage using CorelDRAW.
Syllabus at a glance
Around 4 weeks of guided study, with weekday evening or weekend sessions and short practical tasks between sessions.
| Unit | Study block | Module |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Week 1 | CorelDRAW workspace and tools |
| 2 | Week 2 | Layout for banners, cards and flyers |
| 3 | Week 3 | Colour, bleed and print preparation |
| 4 | Week 4 | Working with printers and proofs |
Module breakdown
- 1
CorelDRAW workspace and tools
Week 1Build a shared working vocabulary for corelDRAW workspace and tools and set the standards this course expects of you.
What you cover
- Key concepts, terminology and standards behind corelDRAW workspace and tools
- Step-by-step methods and templates for corelDRAW workspace and tools
- Common problems, risks and mistakes in corelDRAW workspace and tools, and how to avoid them
- Applying corelDRAW workspace and tools in low-resource and community settings
Assessed work: Case study discussion applying corelDRAW workspace and tools to a local scenario.
- 2
Layout for banners, cards and flyers
Week 2Work through the methods and tools used for layout for banners, cards and flyers in day-to-day programme work.
What you cover
- Step-by-step methods and templates for layout for banners, cards and flyers
- Common problems, risks and mistakes in layout for banners, cards and flyers, and how to avoid them
- Applying layout for banners, cards and flyers in low-resource and community settings
Assessed work: Practical task: draft one working document related to layout for banners, cards and flyers.
- 3
Colour, bleed and print preparation
Week 3Practise colour, bleed and print preparation on realistic case material drawn from Sierra Leonean community and field settings.
What you cover
- Common problems, risks and mistakes in colour, bleed and print preparation, and how to avoid them
- Applying colour, bleed and print preparation in low-resource and community settings
- Recording, reporting and communicating your colour, bleed and print preparation work
Assessed work: Group simulation using colour, bleed and print preparation under time pressure.
- 4
Working with printers and proofs
Week 4Turn working with printers and proofs into documents, plans and decisions your team or employer can actually use.
What you cover
- Applying working with printers and proofs in low-resource and community settings
- Recording, reporting and communicating your working with printers and proofs work
- Key concepts, terminology and standards behind working with printers and proofs
Assessed work: Portfolio entry: reflect on how you will use working with printers and proofs in your role.
Who this course is for
- • Learners, freelancers and small business owners who want practical, job-ready digital skills.
- • Programme, project and community staff who need structured, practical training.
- • School leavers and graduates building a first professional portfolio.
Entry requirements
- • Open to all learners; no formal qualification required.
- • Access to a phone, tablet or computer for online and blended study.
- • Commitment to attend sessions and submit assignments on time.
How you are assessed
- • Short module tasks completed during the course.
- • Practical component: Portfolio piece completed and reviewed in class.
- • A final assessment or portfolio review covering the full syllabus.
- • Participation in guided sessions, discussions and group exercises.
Materials and support
- • Session handouts, checklists and templates you keep after the course.
- • Practice files and design or campaign briefs for each tool covered.
- • Tutor guidance by WhatsApp between sessions.
Certification
Learners who complete all assessments receive an SLIHSD professional certificate of completion. This records completion of an SLIHSD short course and is not presented as an accredited academic award.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the certificate you should be able to:
- Produce print-ready artwork
- Set up bleed, colour and cut lines
- Manage a print job end to end
Practical component
Portfolio piece completed and reviewed in class.
How this programme is delivered
Online
Guided sessions and assignments you can follow from anywhere with a connection.
Face-to-face
Classroom sessions at our Mile 91 learning centre, including weekend and evening options.
Blended
A mix of online study with periodic in-person workshops, field exercises and simulations.
Ready to start CorelDRAW & Print Design?
Applications for the Founding Student Intake 2026 are open. Register your interest and we will guide you to the right programme.