General Course of Study

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This certificate is a hybrid experience, coursework will be completed in-person AND online.

The General Course of Study Certificate Program is designed for the beginning student with no experience. Five classes are required to earn the certificate. Students will learn how to effectively use their digital cameras as well as the basic concepts of photography. One composition class will provide students with an essential understanding of how to compose their images for maximum impact. Students will also learn the two most prominent softwares in the photo industry – Photoshop and Lightroom.

This certificate is required before moving forward to either the Fine Art, Creative Thinking, and Writing or Lighting & Portraiture certificates programs (or equivalent experience).

Required

Step 1. Complete this one class listed below:

Basic Photography (offered twice per semester / in-person only)

Step 2. Complete these four classes listed below, in no particular order:

Introduction to Adobe Lightroom Classic (offered once per semester / online only)
Introduction to Adobe Photoshop (offered once per semester / online only)
The Fine Art of Digital Printmaking with Eric Joseph (offered once per semester / in-person only)
The Photographer’s Eye with Thomas Alleman (offered once per semester / hybrid class)

Tuition

$1,945

(Regular price for required classes = $2,595
Tuition includes automatic Individual Level Membership to LACP.)

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FAQs

How do I apply for classes retroactively?

For Certificate program only:

If you have taken one or more classes prior to enrolling in a certificate program and wish to apply them retroactively, you may do so provided the classes are within one year of your certificate program enrollment date. Fees will be determined by calculating the difference between the certificate tuition minus the total amount of class tuition previously paid.

NOTE: Students may NOT apply classes retroactively toward the Self-Designed Certificate Program.

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What is the refund policy?

How much does it cost?

General Course of Study: $1,945
Fine Art, Creative Thinking and Writing Certificate: $2,925
Lighting & Portraiture Certificate: $3,895
Self-Designed Certificate: Tuition varies. Pay as you go. 25% off each class tuition. If a class has an added model, equipment, or location fee, the 25% off does not apply to the additional fee.
Summer Camp for Teens Certificate: $1,295
One-Year Professional Program Certificate: $9,995

Who do I contact with questions about this program?