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Learn The Skills To Become A Professional Photographer

Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

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Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Professional photographyArea these skills support

Photographer’s AssistantArea these skills support

Small Business Owner in Photography IndustryArea these skills support

Freelance PhotographerArea these skills support

Media PhotographerArea these skills support

Portrait photographerArea these skills support

School photographerArea these skills support

Wedding and Events PhotographerArea these skills support

Wildlife PhotographerArea these skills support

Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

18 Units

1. Photographic Portfolio 2. Wedding Photography · 9 units

Topic 1Introduction
Topic 2Logistical Planning
Topic 3Equipment
Topic 4Style Options
Topic 5Photographic Composition and Posing
Topic 6Shooting the Wedding Ceremony
Topic 7Shooting the Wedding Reception
Topic 8Post Production
Topic 9Business & Marketing

3. Photoshop (Beginner to Medium Level) · 9 units

Topic 1Learning The Menus
Topic 2Working with Digital Image Files
Topic 3Understanding the Tool Palette
Topic 4Using Layers, Actions, and History
Topic 5Digital Painting, Shapes, and Colours
Topic 6Selecting, Resizing, Transforming, and Masking
Topic 7Adjustments and Modifications
Topic 8Adding Filters and Styles
Topic 9Preparing Files for Print and Web

WCE

Your Provider

Woods & Co Education

Woods & Co Education is the training provider behind this course.

Why Students Choose Us

Recognised Training, Real Support

Woods & Co Education is a listed education provider. Enquire and we’ll help you find the right fit.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

This qualification can prepare you for a range of roles in this industry. Entry requirements vary by employer, and some positions may require additional qualifications or supervised experience. Enquire for full details about career pathways.

This course is designed to be completed in approximately 12 months. Study timeframes may vary depending on your pace and prior experience.

Yes. This course is available online. You can study from anywhere in Australia.

Pricing varies depending on payment method and any available discounts. Enquire for current pricing and payment options.

Entry requirements vary by provider. Common requirements include being at least 18 years of age and an Australian citizen or permanent resident. Enquire for the full entry requirements for this course.

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About This Course

Certificate in Professional Photography

Elevate Your Photography Skills and Become a Professional Photographer with a Certificate in Professional Photography

Passionate about photography? Whether you’re into lifestyle, portrait work, action shots, travel, adventure, wedding, wildlife, or fashion photography, this course is perfect for you. The Certificate in Professional Photography is designed to teach you all the technical skills that you need to know to become a professional photographer. You will learn how to capture stunning images, master various lighting techniques, edit and retouch your photos, and so much more.

With comprehensive modules on Photographic Portfolio, Wedding Photography, and Photoshop, you'll learn how to capture beautiful images, enhance them with advanced editing techniques, and create a portfolio that truly showcases your talent. You will learn how to use the tool palette, digital painting, how to transform various components of an image, style options, photographic composition and posing, shooting the wedding ceremony and reception, post-production, and business & marketing among other things.

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Last updated: July 2026