What are the best Photoshop courses online?

Browse the Photoshop courses below—popular starting points on Coursera. Digital Painting Specialization: Michigan State University Image Editing: Adobe Mastering Adobe Photoshop CC: Retouching & AI Tools: Skillshare Graphic Design: Adobe

Can I take free Photoshop courses on Coursera?

While Photoshop does not offer its full Professional Certificates, Specializations, or courses for free, there are two ways to ensure you have selected the best topic and program to meet your goal. Preview the first module of many Photoshop courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available). Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial. If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate from Photoshop, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.

How to learn Photoshop?

If you want to use Photoshop for photo editing, graphic design, or digital art, having a clear goal can guide your learning. Regular practice with the software, exploring its tools and features, enhances your skills. Join communities like Adobe forums or Reddit’s r/photoshop for tips and feedback. Work on real projects such as editing photos or creating original designs. Coursera offers Graphic Design Specialization by California Institute of the Arts that includes comprehensive training in Photoshop.

What skills before taking a Photoshop course?

While anyone can learn Photoshop, it helps to have basic computer skills so you'll better understand how to implement what you learn to do with the software. A background or interest in graphic design or digital art can also be helpful, as can a background in web design. Any sort of artistic or creative experience involving photos or graphics, whether it's a hobby or a career, may be beneficial when learning and using Photoshop. This could include experience in anything from photography to fashion design and visual effects to advertising.

Best Photoshop Courses & Certificates [2025]

Find the best Photoshop course for your goals

Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Adobe
Creative Design Tools: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat
Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Typography, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Photography, Generative AI, Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Elements And Principles, Workflow Management, Creative Design, Collaborative Software, Branding
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
291 reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Status: AI skills
Adobe
Adobe Graphic Designer
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Responsible AI, Logo Design, Digital Design, Generative AI, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Visual Design, File Management, Process Design, Design Reviews, Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, Presentations, Client Services, Content Creation, Branding, Storytelling
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
1.6K reviews
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Skillshare
Adobe Lightroom Essentials
Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Video Editing, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Photography, Color Theory, Image Quality, Color Matching, Adobe Creative Cloud, File Management, Editing, Data Import/Export, Cloud Storage
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Skillshare
Mastering Adobe Photoshop
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Adobe Creative Cloud, Generative AI, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphical Tools, Creative Design, Design, Typography, Image Quality, Graphics Software, Color Theory
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free
Coursera Project Network
Adobe Photoshop for Beginners: Generative AI Images
Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Generative AI, Adobe Photoshop, Image Quality, Data Import/Export, Editing, Graphic Design
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
37 reviews
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Status: Free Trial
Adobe
Image Editing
Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Photoshop, Photography, Generative AI, File Management, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Editing, Creativity
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
125 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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Status: Free Trial
Adobe
Graphic Design
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Digital Design, Generative AI
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
125 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
California Institute of the Arts
Graphic Design
Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Visual Design, Photography, Logo Design, Design Software, Digital Design, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Color Theory, Adobe InDesign, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Style Guides, Branding, Art History, Design Strategies
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
22K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Skillshare
Mastering Adobe Photoshop CC: Retouching & AI Tools
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Generative AI, Graphical Tools, Image Quality, Creative Design, Graphics Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Status: AI skills
Adobe
Adobe Content Creator
Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Typography, Responsible AI, Logo Design, Digital Design, Generative AI, Social Media, Graphic Design, Social Media Management, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Social Media Campaigns, Creative Design, Adobe Photoshop, Visual Design, Content Marketing, Infographics, Content Strategy, Storytelling, Color Theory, Branding
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
1.6K reviews
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Skillshare
Mastering Adobe Photoshop CC: Neon, Duotone & Posters
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Typography, Color Theory
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
California Institute of the Arts
Fundamentals of Graphic Design
Skills you'll gain: Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Visual Design, Photography, Design Software, Digital Design, Creative Design, Color Theory, Image Quality, Photo Editing, Creativity
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
18K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months