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Adobe FrameMaker has long been the authoring tool of choice for many technical authors. Its template-based authoring environment offers unparalleled options for single-source publishing and content delivery that is consistent throughout your organisation.

For newcomers to FrameMaker, we run regular courses that provide a thorough grounding in FrameMaker used in unstructured mode (standard FrameMaker):

		Basic and Intermediate Adobe FrameMaker training (2 days)
		Advanced Adobe FrameMaker training (1 day)

From first principles, these courses teach you how to use FrameMaker's most popular features and a range of techniques for generating documentation of a high standard.

For organisations looking to begin using FrameMaker in structured mode, we offer:

Migrating from Unstructured to Structured FrameMaker with DITA (3 days)

Our FrameMaker training courses are Adobe-accredited. The trainers are Adobe Certified Instructors (ACIs), and Adobe Certified Experts (ACEs) in FrameMaker.

For further details, see:

		General course information
		When and where?
		How much does FrameMaker training cost?
		Which versions of Adobe FrameMaker are covered?
		Reserve a place, book a place, make payment
		Accommodation
		Cancellations

Basic and Intermediate Adobe FrameMaker training

Duration

Two days.

Course objectives

To gain a thorough grounding in Adobe FrameMaker for producing hard copy documentation in print format.

Who should attend?

Basic and Intermediate Adobe FrameMaker training is suitable for:

		Newcomers to FrameMaker, and novice users with a small amount of FrameMaker experience.
		Those who have used other similar word processing and page layout tools in the past.

Delegates should be familiar with Windows^® and basic word processing techniques. No other knowledge is necessary.

Course outline

Click here for the full course outline.

Advanced Adobe FrameMaker training

Duration

One day.

Course objectives

To teach further useful features when working in unstructured mode, including producing books comprised of multiple documents, using variables generating a table of contents and index, and inserting cross-references.

Who should attend?

Advanced FrameMaker training is suitable for delegates who have attended our Basic and Intermediate Adobe FrameMaker training course, and experienced FrameMaker users who are looking to learn the additional techniques covered in the advanced syllabus.

Advanced FrameMaker training courses are scheduled to follow each Basic and Intermediate Adobe FrameMaker training course, so delegates have the option of attending Basic, Intermediate and Advanced FrameMaker training in three consecutive days.

Course outline

Click here for the full course outline.

Migrating from Unstructured to Structured FrameMaker with DITA

Duration

Three days.

Course objectives

To teach users familiar with FrameMaker in unstructured (standard) mode how to begin taking advantage of FrameMaker's structured capabilities.

The course teaches how to work with structured templates conforming to DITA, introducing key concepts such as elements (container and object) and EDDs. It is designed as a starting point for organisations migrating to structured FrameMaker with DITA, providing an overview of what is needed in planning such a migration and teaching the techniques you need to know.

Please be aware that such a migration can be a large undertaking, requiring significant setup and configuration.

Prerequisites

Delegates should know how to use FrameMaker in unstructured mode, being familiar with the techniques taught in our Basic and Intermediate and Advanced FrameMaker training courses.

Scheduled or on-demand?

Migrating from Unstructured to Structured FrameMaker with DITA training is provided on-demand (one-to-one or for your group). We do not currently offer this course on a scheduled basis.

Course outline

Click here for the full course outline.

General course information

Adobe-accredited Framemaker training courses

Armada is an Adobe Authorised Training Centre (AATC), and our FrameMaker trainingcourses are Adobe-accredited. Delegates receive a certificate confirming they have attended and successfully completed FrameMaker training.

Method of delivery

Framemaker training combines lecture, demonstration and hands-on practice. Class numbers are small, providing ample opportunity to discuss your specific requirements with the trainer.

The trainer

Framemaker training is hosted by an Adobe Certified Instructor who is an Adobe Certified Expert in FrameMaker.

Courseware

Delegates receive comprehensive Adobe courseware to refer to throughout the course, and to use as a refresher following the course.

After course support

Delegates are entitled to 30 days email support from their trainer to help with any post-training issues.

When and where?

Scheduled FrameMaker training courses (for individuals) are hosted in Bromsgrove in the Midlands, close to Birmingham and the M5/M6/M40/M42 motorway network. Click here for forthcoming FrameMaker training course dates.

On-demand FrameMaker training courses (one-to-one or for your group) can be run on a date and at a location that suits you, which may be our training centre in Bromsgrove or your venue.

How much does FrameMaker training cost?

	Course	Scheduled (for individuals)	On-demand (one-to-one or for your group)
	Basic and Intermediate FrameMaker training course (2 days).	£ + VAT per delegate.	£1,050 + VAT for the first delegate, plus £50 + VAT per subsequent delegate.
	Advanced FrameMaker training course (1 day).	£ + VAT per delegate.	£595 + VAT for the first delegate, plus £50 + VAT per subsequent delegate.
	Above two training courses combined (3 days).	£ + VAT per delegate.	£1,395 + VAT for the first delegate, plus £100 + VAT per subsequent delegate.
	Migrating from Unstructured to Structured FrameMaker with DITA training course (3 days).	Not available.	£1,495 + VAT for the first delegate, plus £100 + VAT per subsequent delegate.

These prices are inclusive of all relevant course documentation, refreshments and a buffet lunch.

The on-demand fees quoted are for courses hosted at our training centre in Bromsgrove. Please contact us for a price for running this course at your venue, or any other options you may be considering.

Which versions of Adobe FrameMaker are covered?

Scheduled FrameMaker training courses are currently based on FrameMaker 10 (as contained in Adobe Technical Communication Suite 2). Most of the techniques taught are also relevant to FrameMaker 9.

On-demand FrameMaker courses can be based on any recent version of FrameMaker.

Migrating from Unstructured to Structured FrameMaker with DITA training can be based on any recent version, and can cater for you upgrading from one version of FrameMaker to another as part of your migration.

Reserve a place, book a place, make payment

To attend a scheduled Adobe FrameMaker training course, please reserve or book a place.

	Option	Click here
	Reserve a scheduled course place. Choose if you want to reserve a course place, making payment or providing a purchase order in the next week.	Reserve
	Book a scheduled course place. Choose if you want to book a course place, paying by credit card or providing a purchase order now.	Book
	Pay by credit card now for a course place previously reserved.	Pay

To book an on-demand Framemaker training course, please call Steven Smith on 01527 834783 or email training@armada.co.uk.

Payment for Framemaker training can be made by cheque, BACS/electronic transfer or credit/debit card. Click here for further details.

Accommodation

If you require accommodation, delegates attending FrameMaker training with Armada are entitled to discounted rates at local hotels. See Local accommodation for details.

Cancellations

If a company or delegate cancels an Adobe FrameMaker training course booking giving less than 10 working days notice, a cancellation fee is payable. Click here for details.