Canva essentials
New to Canva? This course covers everything you need to start creating, from navigating the platform to sharing your finished designs.
Canva essentials
New to Canva? This course covers everything you need to start creating, from navigating the platform to sharing your finished designs.
1h
10 lessons
Beginner
Canva essentials
New to Canva? This course covers everything you need to start creating, from navigating the platform to sharing your finished designs.
New to Canva? In this 60-minute course, learn to navigate the platform and get to know its features and tools.
Discover how to log in, access your projects, and explore Canva’s intuitive homepage to start designing confidently.
Learn how to personalize Canva templates using the editor’s tools, layouts, and design elements.
Master Canva’s search tools and AI-powered Magic Design to find templates, elements, and create personalized designs.
Transform your images with Canva’s photo editing tools, including Magic Studio for advanced effects.
Explore Canva’s extensive element library and learn how to use graphics, shapes, and AI-generated content effectively.
Learn to format text, choose fonts, and create impactful typography using Canva’s font library and text tools.
Expand your creative potential with Canva’s tools, including Docs, Whiteboards, and Video Editing.
Learn how to collaborate in real time, share designs, and export projects seamlessly.
Congratulations! You've completed the Canva Essentials course and learned the fundamental skills to create with confidence.
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Take this 25-question test and earn a certification - perfect for your CV and LinkedIn.
Earn a certificateWhat you’ll learn
- Navigating Canva’s platform and tools
- Customizing templates for unique designs
- Using elements, graphics, and photos effectively
- Formatting text and choosing fonts
- Collaborating and sharing designs seamlessly
1h
10 lessons
Beginner
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Last updated 05 Oct, 2025
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Frequently asked questions
First, we recommend completing all the course material associated with the certification. This might include tutorial videos, activities, and cheat sheets.
Once you’re ready, start the test at the top of this page. You’ll be asked a series of questions. If you get them all right, you'll be awarded a certificate.
There is no expiry date on our certifications. However, we update the course content and test questions regularly to reflect new updates to Canva, so it’s a good idea to come back and re-test every 12 months or so.
Feel free to try the test again. We don’t limit the number of times you can attempt it.
Please log in to your Canva account to take the test. If you don’t have an account, it’s free to create one. You can do that at canva.com
Yes. At the end of the test, you can add your credential to your LinkedIn profile and share your achievement on social media.
The certification is digital-only for now. You’ll receive an email to access your certification at any time.
Canva certifications are a great way to showcase your skills and proficiency with our platform! While our training courses are not accredited by any external party, Canva itself is a globally recognized company, and our products are used by millions of people all around the world. Earning a Canva certification can help demonstrate your expertise in visual communication and familiarity with one of the most popular design tools available today. It’s a fantastic addition to your professional portfolio!
The name displayed on the certificate is the same as your Canva account name. This can be changed by going to your account settings and clicking Edit next to the name field: www.canva.com/settings/your-account
If you have any further questions or need additional support, visit our help center at canva.com/help
