At Mount International Academy, our Certificate in Typesetting equips students and freelancers with the skills to create professionally formatted documents, books, and publications. Covering font selection, layout design, typography, and printing techniques, this course prepares learners for careers in publishing, graphic design, and freelance document preparation.

Whether you aim to work in publishing, enhance presentation skills, or offer freelance services, mastering typesetting ensures accuracy and professionalism. Enroll today and elevate your document design skills!

Module 1: Introduction to Typesetting & Document Layout (Weeks 1-2)

• Overview of Typesetting & Its Importance in Publishing
• Understanding the Role of a Typesetter in Document Design
• Key Concepts in Layout & Document Formatting
• Typesetting Tools & Software (InDesign, QuarkXPress, Affinity Publisher)
• Hands-on Session: Setting Up a Document for Typesetting

Module 2: Typography – Fonts, Styles, & Readability (Weeks 3-4)

• Introduction to Typography & Its Principles
• Choosing the Right Fonts: Serif vs. Sans Serif
• Font Families, Sizes, Line Spacing, and Character Spacing
• Working with Headings, Subheadings, and Body Text
• Adjusting Kerning, Tracking, and Leading for Visual Harmony
• Hands-on Session: Creating Typographically Balanced Pages

Module 3: Layout Design – Structure & Alignment (Weeks 5-6)

• Understanding Document Grids & Columns for Effective Layouts
• Aligning Text, Images, and Graphics for Consistency
• Balancing Margins, Spacing, and Page Numbers
• Creating Multi-Page Documents (Books, Brochures, Magazines)
• Working with Master Pages & Styles in InDesign
• Hands-on Session: Designing a Layout for a Multi-Page Publication

Module 4: Working with Images & Graphics in Typesetting (Weeks 7-8)

• Placing & Formatting Images in Documents
• Image Resolution, Cropping, and Color Correction
• Incorporating Charts, Graphs, and Diagrams
• Using Captions and Text Wrapping Effectively
• Hands-on Session: Incorporating Graphics into Document Layouts

Module 5: Advanced Typesetting Techniques & Publishing Formats (Weeks 9-10)

• Creating Tables, Footnotes, and Endnotes in Document Design
• Typesetting for Digital and Print Publications
• Prepress Considerations & Color Proofing
• Preparing Files for Print (PDF, EPUB) & Digital Distribution
• Hands-on Session: Prepping a Document for Print & Digital Formats

Module 6: Freelancing & Career Development in Typesetting (Weeks 11-12)

• Building a Portfolio for Freelance Typesetting
• Working with Clients: Communication, Feedback & Revisions
• Introduction to Freelancing Platforms (Up work, Fiverr, Freelancer)
• Time Management & Pricing Strategies for Freelancers
• Capstone Project: Complete Typesetting Project
• Final Review, Exam & Certification

Course Outcomes:

By the end of this course, participants will:

✅ Gain proficiency in typesetting software like InDesign and Affinity Publisher

✅ Master typography, font selection, and layout design principles

✅ Understand prepress, digital formatting, and printing techniques

✅ Be prepared for freelance typesetting or roles in publishing & graphic design

✅ Develop a professional typesetting portfolio