Learn at your own pace with comprehensive modules and detailed guidance
Your personal tutor will guide you through all modules with feedback on every assignment which you can complete in your own time to your own schedule
Learn from two highly skilled industry professionals with decades of retail display experience
On completion receive an accredited SDEA Certificate
Our 12-module comprehensive online course is an exciting master class in Visual Merchandising and Creative Retail Design.
Created by Barbara Chapman and John Abbate, two experts in the field, the course will enable you to learn the basics of visual merchandising and creative.
We will cover old-school crafting around presentation, product grouping, composition, lighting, props and production management, but also more current relevant skills around AI, Digital, Technology and Sustainability.
We also look closely at how to enhance your brand identity by telling clear, cohesive creative stories across all channels.
This course is designed to enable those students who may not be in a position to attend a full-time college-based course or simply as a top-up for those already experienced in the industry.
Expert guidance: Learn from two highly skilled industry professionals with decades of retail display experience. Your personal tutor will guide you through all modules with feedback on every assignment which you can complete in your own time to your own schedule.
Our 12-module comprehensive online course is an exciting master class in Visual Merchandising and Retail Creative.
SDEA is the trade association for the retail design and display industry, connecting suppliers, manufacturers and retailers. It supports members by sharing knowledge, raising standards and driving business growth. From visual merchandising to retail design, SDEA champions the sector through events, publications and initiatives, helping companies stay visible and competitive in a fast-changing retail landscape.
Industry-recognized distance learning course from the Shop & Display Equipment Association. Join 70+ years of VM excellence.
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Industry-recognized distance learning course from the SDEA.
Join 70+ years of VM excellence
Start and learn at your own pace
Tutors with over 35 years of VM & Retail Display Experience from retailers such as Ralph Lauren, Selfridges, Oasis and more.
Complete the course on your own terms. Learn the course via your computer, tablet or phone.
The SDEA was formed in 1947 and is at the forefront of retail design & display.
Students will be invited to SDEA Members Networking Events.
