Photography Certificates
About Us
The Burwell School of Photography is an adult continuing educational school offering photography classes in a variety of topics. Classes are offered in the format of weekend workshops or online night classes. Instructors are experienced professional photographers who are experts in their field and have many years of experience creating photographs and teaching classes. .
Photography Certificate Program
The Burwell School of Photography offers two certificate programs: nature photography and portrait photography. Each of the classes we offer are designed to be taken on their own. A student may register for one class, learn the techniques discussed in the class and improve their skills in that genre. However, when collecting of specific classes are taken, they form a comprehensive curriculum that will help a student to become a proficient photographer.
The following classes are REQUIRED to obtain a certificate in Nature Photography
· Digital Camera Fundamentals
· Photographic Composition
· Introduction to Adobe Lightroom
· Wildlife Photography
· Landscape Photography Level 1
· Macro Photography
The following classes are RECOMENDED but not required to obtain a certificate in nature photography
· Introduction to Adobe Lightroom Classic
· Introduction to Adobe Photoshop
· Landscape Photography Level 2
The following classes are REQUIRED to obtain a certificate in Portrait Photography
· Digital Camera Fundamentals
· Photographic Composition
· Introduction to Adobe Lightroom
· Portrait Photography
· Group Portraits
· Flash Photography
The following classes are RECOMENDED but not required to obtain a certificate in Portrait Photography
· Introduction to Adobe Lightroom Classic
· Introduction to Adobe Photoshop
· High Volume Photography
· The Business of Photography
What order should the classes be taken in?
Digital Camera Fundamentals is the recommended prerequisite to any more advanced classes. Once you have completed this class, you may register and complete the rest of the classes in whatever order is convenient for you. It is recommended that Introduction to Adobe Lightroom and Photographic Composition be taken before the remaining specialized classes.
How long will it take to receive my certificate?
Most students can realistically complete their courses within twelve months or less, however we allow you to take classes at your own pace. Once you have completed your courses, you will have one year in which to create your portfolio and submit it for evaluation.
Once I've completed the required classes, how do I receive my certificate?
To receive a certificate, a student must:
- Successfully complete the required classes
- Devote serious time to practicing the skills learned in class
- Apply for a certificate by submitting a portfolio of images created outside of the classroom that are indicative of their skill in their desired discipline.
After receiving the diploma application, we evaluate the work against current standards and if the student is producing work at the level of proficiency expected, a certificate is awarded.
You may download a document outlining the specific requirements of your portfolio submission by clicking the button below.
How much does it cost?
The cost of the classes will depend on which diploma you are interested in achieving.
Portrait Photography Certificate - If you pay for the classes individually, one-by-one as you sign up for them and take them, the current cost of the classes is $1350.00 plus GST.
Nature Photography Diploma - If you pay for the classes individually, one-by-one as you sign up for them and take them, the current cost of the classes is $1425.00 plus GST.
You do not have to pay for all the classes at once. Many of our students "pay as they go" by registering for classes when their schedule or budget will allow. However, by paying for all the classes in advance, you save 15%. Students who prepay will also qualify for discounts on specific additional classes that might benefit their development.
Additional Benefits of prepaying for your certificate
1. If you cannot attend a class that you have registered for and proper notification has been received, a fee of $50.00 is normally charged to transfer your registration to the next available class. Diploma Students are given ONE transfer at no charge.
2. Our workshops often sell out. Pre-Paid Diploma Students are given advance notice of our class schedule so that they may register for the classes they want before we offer them to the general public.
3. Pre-Paid Diploma Students may also receive additional feedback and guidance in between classes, when requested.
4. Pre-Paid Diploma Students are allowed one free portfolio resubmission, if required.
5. Pre-paid diploma students may be eligible for discounts on additional classes offered by the Burwell School.
More Information about our Certificate Program
For more information, please contact us at the email below.