Pro Tools
Learn to record, edit, and mix like a pro with Pro Tools — the industry standard for music, film, and broadcast. This hands-on course is ideal for aspiring engineers and producers looking to master the core functions of the DAW. You’ll follow an comprehensive curriculum, build real-world sessions, and gain the skills and confidence to work in professional studio environments.
Duration
5 Weeks (Online)
Start
June 2026
Difficulty
Beginner
Award
Certificate of Completion
Course Overview
This Pro Tools Intensive is designed for aspiring audio engineers, and producers who want to master the industry standard DAW for audio recording, editing, mixing, mastering, film post-production and broadcast. Whether you’re stepping into the studio for the first time or transitioning from another DAW, this course teaches you how to confidently record, edit, and mix using AVID Pro Tools.
You will have access to our campus facilities, including computers and full equipment setup, or you can join remotely from home with your own setup.
How will you learn
Work in professional studio environments with AVID Pro Tools systems
Learn through guided recording sessions, hands-on editing, and mixing projects
Build and complete your own multi-track session
Receive feedback and exam support from professional instructor
Learning Outcomes
- Navigate the Pro Tools interface and workspace confidently
- Record, comp, and edit audio and MIDI with precision
- Use playlists, Elastic Audio, and clip-based editing
- Set up sessions, routing, and busses for different workflows
- Mix using inserts, sends, automation, and basic mastering tools
Upon successful completion, you will receive a Certificate of Completion, verifying your professional skillset.
Course structure
- Sessions, folders, file types, backups
- Editing & Mix Window
- Transport Panel
- Track Types and their features
- Physical I/O's and Buses
- Sends
- Inserts
- Audio plugins: Real-Time & Audio Suite
- Track Folders
- Memory Locations
- Track Groups and their features
- VCA Groups and VCA Masters
- Preferences Tab
- Optimizing System Usage
- Importing and Exporting Audio Files
- Avid Video Engine, Frame Rate & Timecode Basics, Audio & Video Sync
- Record-arming tracks and groups
- Recording modes (Normal, Quickpunch, Destructive Punch, Loop Recording, Half-Speed etc..)
- Audio Files metadata
- Playlists
- Recording through plugins
- Disc Allocation, Workspace and Media Management
- Timebase: tick-based & sample based tracks
- Edit Modes: Spot, Shuffle, Grid & Slip
- Edit tools: Trim, selector, grab
- Editing in Groups
- Adv tools: TC/E, Loop trim
- Crossfades
- Comping between multiple Takes/Playlists
- Beat Detective
- Elastic Audio
- MIDI and Instrument Tracks
- MIDI Recording & Editing Basics
- Score Editor
- MIDI Event Editor
- MIDI Real-Time Properties
- Virtual Instruments and Sample Libraries
- Re-Wire
- Automation Basics
- Automation Modes: read, latch, touch, write
- Using S1 & Dock Control Surfaces
- Plugins Automation
- Advanced featrures: Preview & Trim
- VCA Automation
- Workshop: Committing MIDI to Audio and preparing a song for mixing
- Foundations of mixing and mastering in Pro Tools
On Site
Assessment: Finished Song
Requirements
- Beginner Friendly. No prior Pro Tools experience required
- Computer with Pro Tools Intro (free) or Pro Tools Studio installed (in case of online learning with home setup)
- Audio Interface with a Studio Monitors or Headphones (in case of online learning with home setup)
Fees & scholarships
Academic Year 2025–2026
| Membership Fee | AED 1,000 |
| Tuition Fee | AED 4,000 |
| Total Cost | AED 5,000 |
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All prices listed are inclusive of VAT.
We offer a range of tuition discounts, scholarships, and flexible installment plans throughout the year.
Submit your application or register your interest, and our admissions team will guide you through all available offers, payment options, and financial support opportunities to help you find the best fit.
How to apply
Step-by-step process
Ready to apply? Here’s how the process works:
- Complete the online application form below.
- Pay the course fees upfront to reserve your spot. You’ll then receive a confirmation email with your schedule and all the necessary instructions.
- Attend your first class!