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No. All three programs start from the beginning. You need access to a computer (Mac or PC) and a stable internet connection. Adobe software is included in your tuition — you do not need to purchase anything separately.
A Mac or PC laptop or desktop purchased within the last 5–6 years works fine for most students. Adobe Creative Cloud is included in your program tuition — you do not need to purchase it separately. You'll also need a stable internet connection for live classes.
All classes meet live via Zoom, twice per week. Sessions are approximately 2–3 hours each. Recordings are available for enrolled students who miss a class.
11 weeks. Programs run twice per week, so you're committing roughly 5–6 hours per week of class time plus project work outside of class. Most students spend 8–12 hours per week total.
Yes. Many students complete more than one certificate. Graduates of one program receive priority enrollment for subsequent programs.
Tuition of $6,995 covers all live instruction, Adobe Creative Cloud software access for the program duration, weekly project feedback, and your co-branded completion certificate. The $100 registration fee and $200 software materials fee are included in this total and collected at enrollment.
Yes. We offer monthly payment plans. Contact us to discuss what works for your situation.
Our refund policy is detailed in the enrollment agreement provided at registration. In general: you may cancel enrollment and receive a full refund minus the registration fee within 3 business days of signing your enrollment agreement. After the program begins, prorated refunds are available. Contact us with questions.
Adults 18 and older. California residents: enrollment will open upon BPPE approval (currently pending). Residents of other states may inquire about current program availability.
We are currently in the process of obtaining California BPPE (Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education) approval. We will update this page as soon as approval is granted. Students from states other than California are welcome to inquire about current enrollment.
DPPI programs are not currently eligible for federal financial aid (Title IV). We are pursuing listing on California's Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL), which will allow eligible students to use WIOA Individual Training Account (ITA) vouchers through their local America's Job Center. Payment plans are available now. Contact us for details.
We equip you with the skills and portfolio to compete for entry-level and freelance positions. We don't guarantee job placement, but our curriculum is designed specifically around what employers ask for in interviews and portfolio reviews.
Video Editing graduates can pursue roles as video editor, content editor, social media editor, or assistant editor. Graphic Design graduates can pursue graphic designer, brand designer, digital marketing designer, or social media designer roles. Animation & VFX graduates can pursue motion designer, VFX artist, compositor, or broadcast designer roles. All graduates are also positioned for freelance work immediately.
The national median salary for Film & Video Editors (SOC 27-4032) is $70,980/year as of May 2024 (Bureau of Labor Statistics). Los Angeles market wages are typically higher. Entry-level and freelance rates vary. Animators and VFX artists (SOC 27-1014) earn a national median of $99,060/year.