WSQ - Creative Digital Art and Design

Topic 1: Fundamentals of Aesthetics in Digital Art

• History of Aesthetics
• Applications of Aesthetics in Product and Service Design
• Interpreting Design Briefs to Identify Aesthetic Requirements and Solutions
• Digital Art Planning and Ideation
• Fundamentals of Digital Illustration
• Mood Boarding for Aesthetic Analysis
• Introduction to Digital Art Platforms and Tools

Topic 2: Digital Art Techniques and Principles

• Principles of Attractiveness Bias
• Principles of Form Follows Function
• Colour Theory in Digital Design
• Theories of Form and Proportion
• Digital Painting Techniques and Workflows
• Design Layering and Composition
• Shading, Depth, and Illumination in Digital Art

Topic 3: Review and Enhancement of Digital Art

• Critiquing and Reviewing Digital Artwork
• Understanding the Concept of Good Design
• Exploring the Concept of Emotional Design
• Human Factor Considerations in Creative Design
• Advanced Digital Art Techniques and Refinements

Final Assessment

• Written Assessment - Short Answer Questions (WA-SAQ)
• Practical Performance (PP)

Promotion Code

Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

• Able to operate using computer functions
• Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

• Positive Learning Attitude
• Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of working experience.

Target Age Group: 21-65 years old

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

• Selenium
  
• Java JDK
  
• Eclipse
  

About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)

The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity. 

Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.

For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.

Funding Eligility Criteria

Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim

• The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
• Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
• Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
• Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’

SkillsFuture Level-Up Program

The  SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme

Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).

For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)

Steps to Apply UTAP

• Log in to your U Portal account to submit your UTAP application upon completion of the course.

Note

• SSG subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
• All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
• An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
• UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
• UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.

Appeal Process

1. The candidate has the right to disagree with the assessment decision made by the assessor.
2. When giving feedback to the candidate, the assessor must check with the candidate if he agrees with the assessment outcome.
3. If the candidate agrees with the assessment outcome, the assessor & the candidate must sign the Assessment Summary Record.
4. If the candidate disagrees with the assessment outcome, he/she should not sign in the Assessment Summary Record.
5. If the candidate intends to appeal the decision, he/she should first discuss the matter with the assessor/assessment manager.
6. If the candidate is still not satisfied with the decision, the candidate must notify the assessor of the decision to appeal. The assessor will reflect the candidate’s intention in the Feedback Section of the Assessment Summary Record.
7. The assessor will notify the assessor manager about the candidate’s intention to lodge an appeal.
8. The candidate must lodge the appeal within 7 days, giving reasons for appeal 
9. The assessor can help the candidate with writing and lodging the appeal.
10. he assessment manager will collect information from the candidate & assessor and give a final decision.
11. A record of the appeal and any subsequent actions and findings will be made.
12. An Assessment Appeal Panel will be formed to review and give a decision.
13. The outcome of the appeal will be made known to the candidate within 2 weeks from the date the appeal was lodged.
14. The decision of the Assessment Appeal Panel is final and no further appeal will be entertained.
15. Please click the link below to fill up the Candidates Appeal Form.

• Digital Artist
• Graphic Designer
• Concept Artist
• Illustrator
• Animation Artist
• UI/UX Designer
• Storyboard Artist
• Art Director
• Brand Designer
• Game Artist
• Tattoo Designer
• Merchandise Designer
• Book Cover Designer
• Web Designer
• Advertisement Designer

Moh Pei Lan (Shanique): Shanique is an ACTA-certified trainer and creative design professional with extensive experience in visual communication, multimedia, and digital illustration. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and modern digital art tools, she has conducted WSQ programs in design fundamentals, typography, UI/UX, and creative media. With her strong foundation in both traditional and digital art, Shanique equips learners with the ability to translate creative ideas into compelling visuals using modern tools like ProCreate.

In her ProCreate training, Shanique emphasizes both technical proficiency and aesthetic design principles. She guides learners through digital sketching, layering, brush techniques, color theory, and composition to create professional-quality illustrations. By combining hands-on practice with design case studies, she ensures participants gain the creative confidence and technical skills to use ProCreate effectively for digital art, branding, and personal or professional projects.

Thomas Yeo: Thomas Yeo is a creative media specialist and digital art educator with over 20 years of experience in visual communication, graphic design, and multimedia production. He has worked extensively across industries including advertising, animation, and interactive media, where he led projects in branding, motion graphics, and visual storytelling. As an experienced trainer and mentor, Thomas is known for his ability to bridge traditional artistic principles with modern digital tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud and Procreate, empowering learners to express creativity through technology.

In “Creative Digital Art and Design,” Thomas guides participants in exploring the fundamentals of design thinking, composition, and digital illustration. His sessions focus on blending aesthetics with functionality, encouraging learners to apply core design principles using industry-standard software. Through practical exercises and portfolio-based learning, he helps participants develop the creative confidence and technical skills needed to produce professional-quality digital artwork.

Esther Tan: Esther Tan is a multidisciplinary designer and educator with a strong background in visual arts, UI/UX design, and digital storytelling. With over 15 years of experience in creative direction and instructional design, she has collaborated with educational institutions and design studios to develop engaging visual content and learning experiences. Her passion for creativity and technology drives her teaching approach, which emphasizes artistic expression, problem-solving, and design innovation.

In “Creative Digital Art and Design,” Esther integrates creative theory with digital practice, helping learners master the essential techniques of modern digital art. Her sessions encourage experimentation with color, form, and layout while using tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma. By blending creativity with practical design strategy, she equips participants with the ability to conceptualize and communicate compelling visual narratives in diverse media contexts.

James Lee: James Lee is a veteran digital media and IT educator with over two decades of experience in creative technology, multimedia production, and design education. An Adobe Certified Expert and ACLP-qualified instructor, he has trained professionals and students in digital communication, visual design, and AI-powered creative tools. His teaching philosophy centers on making digital creativity accessible, combining hands-on learning with industry-relevant applications.

In “Creative Digital Art and Design,” James helps participants explore digital creativity through the use of innovative design software and modern visual techniques. His lessons cover the fundamentals of composition, typography, and color theory while emphasizing practical projects that showcase artistic storytelling. By integrating digital tools with creative thinking, he inspires learners to produce visually engaging and impactful digital artwork.