Training – Photography | Québec métiers d'avenir

TRAINING
DESCRIPTION

This program trains students to earn a living as professional photographers. Students will develop skills in aesthetics, photographic technique, and digital imaging. Professional photographers have opportunities to work in weddings, fashion and portraiture, advertising and product, events and public relations, or for the most part, as independent workers.

Duration : 1 800 Hours

IMPORTANT: Given IRCC's current mesures regarding the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), it is likely that this training will not be eligible for the PGWP. This situation could change at any time depending on immigration announcements and adjustments.

academic
prerequisites

SCHOLARITY LEVEL : Quebec's Secondary 4th (France's Second) or equivalent
LANGUAGE LEVEL :
The level of language required varies according to the training center chosen.

* The validation of your eligibility will be confirmed by our admissions department once your application has been completed.

JOB
PROSPECTS

Photographers

Chief photographers

Multimedia photo illustrators

Visit Emploi-Québec to learn more about these opportunities.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS PROVIDING TRAINING

Centre de formation professionnelle de Lachine
Montréal, Montréal
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DURATION : 16 Months
CLASSES START : April 07 2026
COSTS : 4 100,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

DURATION : 16 Months
CLASSES START : May 25 2026
COSTS : 4 100,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Centre de formation professionnelle de Verdun

Centre de formation professionnelle de Verdun
Montréal, Montréal
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DURATION : 18 Months
CLASSES START : January 19 2026
COSTS : 4 100,00 $*
LANGUAGE : French (B(2))
* Please update your nationality in the general menu
* Costs are subject to change until the letter of admission is issued

Legend Welcoming services

Integrating into the community

— Practical tour of the city and help with initial purchases
— Contact with local aid organizations

Reception on arrival

— Reception at airport, bus terminal or train station

Integrating into the school system

— School tour and twinning with another student
— Monthly follow-up with the student

Integrating the family

— Referral to employment agencies for your spouse
— Help with child daycare or school registration
— Information on family social activities

General information and administrative follow-up

— Direct contact with a resource person
— Registration, information and provision of mandatory health insurance card
— Explanation of the Centre’s teaching techniques and operations

Accommodation

— Reserving temporary accommodation prior to arrival
— Help with finding permanent accommodation

Note: Services may vary slightly from one training centre to another.

TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Preparing and organizing studio photo shoots for fashion, events, advertising, etc.
Managing, manipulating and archiving digital imagery.
Photographic techniques and strategies for specific photo specialties.
Developing creativity and promotional strategies.

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TRAINING CONTENT

Competency statement

HOURS

Determine their suitability for the occupation and the training process

Use software for general application and document management in photography

Arrange photo shoots outside of the studio

120

Explore new lighting techniques and angles

Arrange studio photo shoots

120

Explore composition techniques

Process photographic files

Develop colour management in photography

Edit and perfect photographs

Disseminate photographs

Establish professional relationships

Sell services and products

Prepare and organize photo shoots for social events

Enhance photographs

Provide technical assistance for image processing

Shoot portraits

105

Produce specialized photographs

105

Develop technical practices in photographic imagery

Provide technical assistance for shots

Produce advertising and commercial photographs

Produce specialized photographs

Design and develop a personal photographic project

Manage and promote your career

Enter the labour force as a photographer