Social Media Skills: Safe & Ethical Digital Communication In-Class Certificate Program for kids and Teens
Certificate Program | 24 Weeks | Ages 10–16
Ages 13–17 | 6-Month Structured Program | Online + Project-Based Learning
Course Purpose
This course provides students with foundational digital literacy and communication skills needed to understand how social media and digital platforms influence information, behavior, and society.
Students learn to analyze, plan, and create digital content responsibly, without using personal social media accounts or publishing personal data. The course emphasizes online safety, ethical behavior, critical thinking, and media awareness.
Registration is now open
Registration for the Winter Semester 2026 is now open.
The new course starts on February 2, 2026
Course schedule: every Monday from 6:30 to 7:30 PM.
We have two locations to serve you better — in Saint John and Quispamsis.
Program Structure
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the program, students will be able to:
◍ Understand how social media platforms function at a conceptual level
◍ Identify online risks and practice safe digital behavior
◍ Analyze digital content critically and ethically
◍ Create educational digital content for fictional or educational projects
◍ Understand basic content strategy and audience awareness
◍ Demonstrate responsible, respectful online communication
◍ Present projects clearly and thoughtfully
Program Structure
◍ Duration: 24 weeks (6 months)
◍ Format: Weekly instructor-led lessons + guided home projects
◍ Tools: Canva, Adobe Express, CapCut (education mode), presentation tools
◍ Assessment: Weekly tasks, reflection exercises, final project
◍ Credential: Certificate of Completion
The new course starts on February 2, 2026.
Summer Course Available. Contact School for Details
Each class consists of one 60-minute lessons. (5-10 -minute break by request). 4 classes per Month.
Online Training is available in small groups or individually.
Certificate of Course Completion
We provide Certificates of completion for students that complete our course: Social Media Skills: Safe & Ethical Digital Communication.
A Course Completion certificate says you have attended all the classes required, passed all the tests required, and handed in all the work required.
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Module 1: Digital Literacy & Online Safety (Weeks 1–6)
Core foundational module (most important for parents & USCIS)
Week 1 – Introduction to Digital Communication
◍ What social media is (and what it is not)
◍ How people communicate online vs offline
Activity: Digital communication map
Week 2 – How Social Media Platforms Work
◍ Algorithms (age-appropriate explanation)
◍ Why we see certain content
Activity: Content flow simulation
Week 3 – Online Safety Fundamentals
◍What should never be shared online
◍ Personal data and privacy
Project: Online safety checklist
Week 4 – Digital Footprint
◍ What a digital footprint is
◍ Long-term consequences of online behavior
Project: “Future Me” digital footprint reflection
Week 5 – Scams, Fake Accounts & Advertising Awareness
◍ How scams and misleading ads work
◍ Recognizing manipulation
Activity: Fake vs real content analysis
Week 6 – Ethical Behavior & Respect Online
◍ Cyber-bullying, responsibility, digital citizenship
Portfolio Milestone 1: Digital Safety & Ethics Guide (student-created)
Module 2: Understanding Content & Media (Weeks 7–12)
Week 7 – What Is Content?
◍ Types of digital content (text, image, video)
◍ Purpose of content
Activity: Content categorization task
Week 8 – Visual Communication Basics
◍ Colors, layout, visual attention
Project: Educational social post (fictional topic)
Week 9 – Writing for Digital Media
◍ Headlines, captions, tone
◍ Clear vs misleading messages
Project: Ethical caption writing exercise
Week 10 – Short Video Concepts (Safe Format)
◍ Storyboards, slides, voice-over
◍ No faces, no personal data
Project: Educational micro-video (slides/animation)
Week 11 – Memes, Trends & Influence
◍ Why trends spread
◍ Responsible use of humor
Activity: Trend analysis worksheet
Week 12 – Content Review & Reflection
◍Evaluating content impact
Portfolio Milestone 2: Content Analysis Collection
Module 3: Brand Thinking & Strategy (Weeks 13–18)
Week 13 – What Is a Brand?
◍ Brands as ideas and values
Project: Create a fictional brand concept
Week 14 – Audience Awareness
◍ Who content is for
◍ Different audiences, different messages
Activity: Audience persona worksheet
Week 15 – Storytelling for Education
◍ Beginning, message, conclusion
Project: Educational story post for fictional brand
Week 16 – Content Planning (Not Posting)
◍ Content calendars (educational use)
Project: 2-week content plan (fictional)
Week 17 – Engagement Without “Like Chasing”
◍ Meaningful engagement vs popularity
Activity: Engagement ethics discussion
Week 18 – Strategy Review
Portfolio Milestone 3: Brand & Content Strategy Folder
Module 4: AI, Digital Tools & Final Project (Weeks 19–24)
Week 19 – Introduction to AI (Age-Appropriate)
◍ What AI is and how it helps create content
◍ Ethics and limits
Activity: AI idea generation exercise
Week 20 – Using Digital Tools Responsibly
◍ Canva, Adobe Express, CapCut
Project: Educational content set (3 items)
Week 21 – Project Planning
◍ Choosing topic (education, culture, environment, science)
Activity: Final project proposal
Week 22 – Project Development
◍ Creating content package (visual + text + message)
Week 23 – Review & Improvement
◍ Feedback and revisions
Week 24 – Final Presentation
◍ Students present their project
Final Portfolio:
Registration is now open
Registration for the Winter Semester 2026 is now open.
The new course starts on February 24.
Course schedule: every Monday from 6:30 to 7:30 PM.
We have two locations to serve you better — in Saint John and Quispamsis.
Please fill out the form below.
The course manager will contact you within 24 hours.
Tuition
Option 1.
$59.00 per week. $236 per Month
Total $1416 for 6 Month course.
(Pay in one payment and save $100)
Option 2.
$59.00 per week. $236 per Month.
Pay by two payments.
Total $708 for each 3 Month of Study.
(Pay in two equal payment and save $50)
Option 3.
Individual lesson
$79.00 per week. $316 per Month
Total $1896 for 6 Month course.
(Pay in two equal payment and save $100)
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