Social Media and Advertising
Course
Online
Description
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Type
Course
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Level
Intermediate
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Methodology
Online
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Class hours
9h
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Duration
1 Year
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Online campus
Yes
The Social Media and Advertising course provides a practical introduction to modern digital marketing, helping learners understand how brands use social platforms to engage audiences and drive results. This training explores key concepts such as social media strategy, content creation, audience targeting, paid advertising, campaign optimisation, and analytics. Learners gain a clear understanding of how to manage social channels effectively, build brand visibility and measure performance using industry-relevant tools and techniques.
Throughout the course, you will learn how to plan campaigns, choose the right platforms, craft compelling posts, and use advertising features such as Facebook Ads, Instagram Ads and promotional tools on TikTok, LinkedIn and other platforms. The content is structured to help you confidently apply social media and advertising skills in real-world professional settings.
Designed for individuals looking to enhance their digital marketing abilities, this course supports career development in roles such as social media executive, content creator, digital marketer or brand assistant. As an online CPD-accredited training, it offers the flexibility to study at your own pace while developing job-ready skills that strengthen your CV and open new opportunities in the advertising and marketing sector.
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About this course
Develop clear social media strategies
Create engaging, platform-appropriate content
Understand paid advertising tools and targeting
Analyse campaign data to improve performance
Build brand visibility through effective digital tactics
Manage and schedule content across multiple platforms
This course is ideal for anyone interested in strengthening their digital communication and marketing skills, whether starting out or aiming to progress in the sector. It suits aspiring social media professionals, small business owners, marketing assistants, freelancers, content creators, or individuals seeking to improve their online presence for career development. The training provides clear guidance, accessible learning materials, and structured modules suitable for beginners and those with some experience.
The Social Media and Advertising course is particularly valuable for learners aiming to enter roles such as social media executive, digital marketing coordinator, brand ambassador, or advertising assistant. It also supports individuals exploring career shifts into marketing or those who want to understand how social platforms can be used more effectively for business growth. No prior industry background is required, making the course inclusive and open to anyone keen to gain practical digital marketing knowledge.
There are no formal entry requirements for this course, and it is open to learners aged 16 and above. It is designed to be accessible and beginner-friendly, providing clear guidance throughout each module. While no prior knowledge of marketing is necessary, having good English, numeracy and IT skills will support your learning experience and help you understand key concepts more effectively. All course materials are delivered online, allowing you to study independently and progress through the modules at a pace that suits your schedule and personal learning needs.
Upon successful completion of the Social Media and Advertising course, you will qualify for a UK and
internationally recognised professional certification. You may also choose to formalise your
achievement by obtaining your PDF Certificate for £9 or a Hardcopy Certificate for £15.
This course stands out for its flexible and self-paced structure, allowing learners to study whenever and wherever suits them best. The modules are expertly designed to reflect current trends in social media and digital advertising, ensuring you gain practical, career-focused skills that align with modern workplace demands. Each section provides clear, actionable insights that can be applied directly to professional or personal projects. Completing this course will strengthen your CV, demonstrate your commitment to continuous development, and enhance your confidence when applying for roles in marketing and advertising. It offers a streamlined, accessible learning experience designed to support your long-term growth in the digital sector.
Yes. This course is designed to be accessible to learners of all experience levels, including complete beginners. All modules use clear explanations, step-by-step guidance and practical examples to build confidence in key topics such as content creation, audience targeting and advertising tools. No previous marketing knowledge is required, making the course ideal for individuals exploring social media for personal development or career progression.
Completing this course helps learners develop valuable marketing skills that support a wide range of career paths. You will gain knowledge relevant to roles such as social media executive, content creator, advertising assistant and digital marketing coordinator. The course focuses on practical techniques used by businesses today, helping you build stronger job applications, enhance your professional profile and demonstrate commitment to CPD-accredited training.
All learning takes place online, giving you full flexibility to study at your own pace. You can access the course materials from any device and progress through the modules whenever it suits your schedule. There are no fixed deadlines or timetables, allowing you to balance your learning with work or personal commitments. The online format provides a convenient, structured way to build essential social media and advertising skills in a supportive, self-directed environment.
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Subjects
- Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Media Advertising
- Advertising and Marketing
- Marketing Advertising
- Media
- Social Media
- Media Marketing
- Advertising
Teachers and trainers (1)
One Education
Course Provider
Course programme
This Social Media and Advertising course introduces the strategies, tools, and creative techniques used to promote brands effectively across digital platforms. Learners explore content creation, audience targeting, campaign planning, analytics, paid advertising, and platform-specific best practices for channels such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn. The course also covers brand messaging, visual design principles, engagement methods, and ways to optimise campaigns for reach and conversions. By completing this training, learners gain practical skills to develop, manage, and measure impactful social media and advertising campaigns in any business setting.
Course Curriculum
- Social Media and Advertising
- Google+ Advertising and Networking
- YouTube Channels
- Mock Exam
- Final Exam
Social Media and Advertising
