ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
To apply, you must:
- Understand how your camera functions
- Be familiar with camera settings such as aperture priority, shutter priority and manual exposure
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- Polish your camera skills before the program starts
Time Commitment
Including time in class, you should expect to spend about seven to nine hours each week on coursework.
English Proficiency
If English is not your native language, you should have at least intermediate English skills to enroll. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements – Noncredit Programs.
International Students
Because this offering is 100% online, no visa is required and international students are welcome to apply. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
- Digital camera that can shoot in manual mode and RAW file format
- Camera tripod
- Portable USB 3.0 hard drive of at least 1TB for storing your growing photo collection
- Access to a computer with a recent operating system and web browser
- Adobe Creative Cloud photography plan that includes Photoshop CC and Lightroom CCC Classic software (for second and third courses)
- High-speed internet connection
- Headset and webcam (recommended)
Earning the Certificate
You earn a certificate of completion by adhering to the program's attendance policy and successfully completing all required courses. For more information, see Earning the Certificate.