Course catalogue

Adapting Communication Strategies for Diverse Audiences and Channels focuses on equipping learners with the skills to tailor communication strategies to effectively engage diverse audiences across multiple platforms. Learners will analyze audience needs, preferences, and cultural contexts to create messages that resonate and foster connection. The Micro also emphasizes adapting communication styles for different channels, such as social media, email, presentations, and print media, ensuring clarity and impact. 

Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of the course

In this course, you'll learn the fundamentals of After Effects and how to create simple animation techniques using the software. 

You will be introduced to the basic interface, and gain an understanding of how to create compositions, import assets, in addition to learning compositing and colour grading principles. You will also learn basic motion graphics techniques by animating shapes and text, and how to create movement and keyframes alongside an audio track.

About Micros:

• Register & start WHENEVER
• Self paced & learner driven
• No scheduled class
• 3 Months to Finish

Please Note:  Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of a course.

The Animation Capstone serves as the culmination of your learning journey through the nine Micro Credentials that make up the Animation Professional Certificate. It provides an opportunity to integrate the skills and knowledge you’ve gained into a professional-level project that demonstrates your expertise in animation. The total project should take approximately 40 student notional hours to complete. Students have three months to submit their final project. 

 

This Micro Credential is designed to enhance the capabilities of professionals in managing client relationships and fostering effective communication channels. Suitable for individuals across all sectors, this micro-credential focuses on practical strategies and psychological insights that facilitate strong, sustainable client connections. Learners will engage in a variety of assessments including written assignments and a detailed project plan.  

Note: This course follows an online self-paced format, allowing you 12 weeks to complete all course content from the date of registration. Start/End dates posted are for internal purposes only. 

In this course, you'll cover the basic skills and techniques necessary to create attractive and meaningful data visualization graphics for any application. 

Learn semiotics, vector creation, basic cartography, data interpretation, data visualization and simplification and how to design easy to read graphics for a wide array of viewers. There will be four projects aimed at furthering your understanding of core concepts and various skills tests throughout. Learners will also gain the ability to perceive how data is being presented to them with a more critical eye. All projects will be reviewed by a qualified assessor who will provide feedback and insights on assignments. 

Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of a course. 

In this course, you'll be introduced to software used in digital animation: Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, & Toon Boom Harmony.

Explore the differences between traditional, hand drawn, & digital animation. Learn to use each program on its own and with each other while practicing to use essential tools. Demonstrate mastery of basic skills and technical understanding through exciting projects and have your work evaluated by experts. 

About Micros:

• Register & start WHENEVER
• Self paced & learner driven
• No scheduled classes
• 3 Months to Finish

Please Note: Start and end dates refer to open & closing of registration, not the start or end of the course.

Use drawing as a tool of communication as you explore the medium, with an emphasis on obtaining a visual understanding of mass, gesture, the human figure, weight, and balance. 

Work through conceptual, aesthetic, and technical approaches for your projects.

About Micros:

• Register and start whenever.
• Self-paced and learner-driven
• No scheduled classes
• 3 Months to Finish

Please Note: Start and End dates refer to open and closing of registration, NOT the start or end dates of the course.

Effective Communication in Event Planning is designed for those working in roles that need competence in occasional event planning practices. In this Micro Credential, learners will explore the steps needed to develop an effective branding and communication strategy to attract a diverse and inclusive audience of event attendees.  

This competency-based Micro Credential focuses on specific skills and knowledge proficiency. It can take learners up to 24 hours to complete and demonstrate proficiency; however, learners with more developed competencies in this area might complete in a shorter period. 

Please Note: Start and End dates refer to open and closing of registration, NOT the start or end dates of the course.  

Engaging and Managing Event Partners is designed for those working in roles that need competence in occasional event planning practices. In this Micro Credential, learners will explore the steps needed to establish productive relationships between event teams and partners through an inspiring event planning culture.  

This competency-based Micro Credential focuses on specific skills and knowledge proficiency. It can take learners up to 24 hours to complete and demonstrate proficiency; however, learners with more developed competencies in this area might complete in a shorter period. 

Please Note: Start and end dates refer to open & close of registration, not the start or end of the course.

Examine professional projects and responsibilities animators may face in their practice, including CV and portfolio assembly, grant writing, project budgeting, and pitch packages.

Cover concepts like festival submissions, contracts, and concerns associated with starting an artistic practice in animation.  

About Micros

• Register and start whenever
• Self-paced and learner-driven
• No scheduled classes
• 3 Months to finish

Note: This course follows an online self-paced format, allowing you 12 weeks to complete all course content from the date of registration. Start/End dates posted are for internal purposes only. 

In this course, you'll build on your existing graphic design experience to expand on opportunities in entrepreneurship. Learners will focus on marketing, pricing strategy and execute projects for an effective and sustainable income. This course is designed to equip learners with the materials and tools to effectively run a design practice with hands-on practice that can help build a foundational client base. 

About Micros:

• Register and start WHENEVER
• Self paced and learner driven
• No scheduled classes
• 3 Months to Finish

Please Note: This course is available for pre-registration and will officially launch on April 7, 2025

In this course, you will learn essential financial forecasting skills for small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. Learners will develop sales and expense projections and create balance sheets tailored to their specific industry. You will receive practical examples and a customizable financial planning template for ongoing updates as business conditions evolve.  Prepare comprehensive financial forecasts, understand startup funding needs, and learn strategies for presenting robust financial plans to banks or investors. 

About Micros:

• Register and start WHENEVER
• Self paced and learner driven
• No scheduled classes
• 3 Months to Finish

Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of the course.

In this course, you'll learn and apply fundamental principles of animation. 

Learn to communicate personality, emotions, & behaviour through short motion assignments, while exploring conceptual, aesthetic, and technical approaches. 

Work in or out of the digital realm; however, all project post-production will be created using digital software. Create projects to demonstrate your mastery of foundational skills & principles, then have your work evaluated by experts. 

About Micros:

• Register and start WHENEVER
• Self paced and learner driven
• No scheduled classes
• 3 Months to Finish

Please Note:  This Micro Credential takes place through online scheduled sessions, please refer to the schedule for class dates and times.  

Funding and Proposal Development explores diverse funding sources, including grants, donations, and sponsorships, and teaches strategic research techniques for identifying viable funding opportunities. Learners will gain practical skills in grant writing, proposal research and development, with an emphasis on having an impact on potential funders and growing community trust. The course incorporates real-world nonprofit case studies to contextualize learning and provides hands-on experience in creating a mini-proposal or grant application for a nonprofit initiative.   

Please Note: start and end dates refer to the open & close of registration, not the start or end of the course.

Concentrate on 2D character animation as you gain an understanding of the construction and mechanics of human form and depicting movement through figure drawing and motion studies.

Pay special attention to character development, communicating story points and emotions using animation principles and techniques. Develop your visual language and expand your technical knowledge, including soundtrack design, as you create a short, animated project or animation test.

About Micros

• Register and start whenever.
• Self-paced and learner-driven.
• No scheduled classes.
• 3 months to finish

Please Note: Start and End dates refer to open and closing of registration, NOT the start or end of the course. 

In this course, you'll learn foundational elements of drawing, basic techniques, composition practices, and how to accurately draw human form.

Also, explore and practice a range of approaches using various media. In addition to video lessons from an expert covering a range of topics, you will be able to communicate with your instructor and your colleagues over discussion boards.

Receive feedback of your work from an expert as you deepen your knowledge and improve your composition skills.

About Micros:

• Register and start WHENEVER
• Self paced and learner driven
• No scheduled classes
• 3 Months to Finish

Please Note: Start and end dates refer to open & close of registration, not the start or end of the course.

Get introduced to the 3D software Maya, learn the basic functions, and how to create animations. 

Master the basic tools, navigate the software and understand introductory modeling, rigging, lighting, and keyframe animation. Learn how the interface works while applying the principles of animation, growing your creative understanding and output of 3D animation.

About Micros:

• Register and start WHENEVER
• Self-paced and learner-driven
• No scheduled classes
• 3 Months to Finish

Please Note: Start and End dates refer to open and closing of registration, NOT the start or end dates of the course.  

Opportunities in Event Planning is designed for those working in roles that need competence in occasional event planning practices. In this online self-paced Micro Credential, learners will explore the steps needed to create a successful event through relationship development, event design, and feasibility considerations. Learners will gain knowledge and tools to effectively evaluate event ideas.

This competency-based Micro Credential focuses on specific skills and knowledge proficiency. It can take learners approximately 24 hours to complete and demonstrate proficiency; however, learners with more developed competencies in this area might complete in a shorter period. 

Please Note: Start and End dates refer to open and closing of registration, NOT the start or end dates of the course.  

Short-Form Video is designed for individuals interested in developing engaging, high-quality videos tailored to social media platforms. Learners will explore video content creation, technical production, and strategies to build personal or brand identities. This competency-based Micro Credential equips participants with practical skills and tools to create impactful short-form videos, optimize them for different platforms, and grow their audience.

This micro credential is competency-based, meaning learners focus on mastering specific skills and knowledge. It is expected to take up to 25 hours to complete, but learners with existing experience may finish in less time. Self-study may be required. 

Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of the course.

Translate your idea or script into moving visuals through storyboarding. You will consider frame composition, camera moves and angles, character blocking, and layout drawings. Discover the full potential of storyboarding through completion of an animatic to evaluate the flow of your narrative and sound design. Projects are student directed, you will work on an original idea or adapt an existing source.
 

About Micros:

• Register and start WHENEVER
• Self paced and learner driven
• No scheduled classes
• 3 Months to Finish

Please Note: Start and End dates refer to open and closing of registration, NOT the start or end dates of the course.  

Strategic Event Planning is designed for those working in roles that need competence in occasional event planning practices. In this Micro Credential, learners will explore current trends in event planning and learn the steps needed to create, assess risks for, and monitor progress towards a meaningful event experience.  

This competency-based Micro Credential focuses on specific skills and knowledge proficiency. It can take learners up to 24 hours to complete and demonstrate proficiency; however, learners with more developed competencies in this area might complete in a shorter period. 

Please Note:  This Micro Credential takes place through online scheduled sessions, please refer to the schedule for class dates and times.  

Learn to harness storytelling as a leadership and influence tool within a professional context. Moving beyond communication basics, this course invites learners to explore how personal and organizational narratives shape culture, values, and vision. Through immersive activities, learners will examine how to identify and refine authentic voices, frame stories to influence decision-making, and build trust through vulnerability and transparency. Emphasis is placed on using narrative to lead change, foster inclusion, and connect with varied audiences—whether in a team huddle, a boardroom, or an online campaign. 

Please Note: Start and End dates refer to open and closing of registration, NOT the start or end dates of the course.  

Turning Event Plans into Action is designed for those working in roles that need competence in occasional event planning practices. In this Micro Credential, learners will explore the steps needed to deliver a successful event by anticipating potential pressure points, planning the event space, and preparing presenters to perform.  

This competency-based Micro Credential focuses on specific skills and knowledge proficiency. It can take learners up to 24 hours to complete and demonstrate proficiency; however, learners with more developed competencies in this area might complete in a shorter period.