Blog Creation Certificate

Blog Creation Certificate Course

This course will give you an overview of blogging – why you should blog, how to choose the right blogging platform for you, how to write high-quality content, and how to use a blog to further your personal and professional goals.

You will learn the following:

  • What is meant by the terms “blog,” “blogging,” and other related phrases.
  • How blogging started, and how it became popular among internet users.
  • The main reasons why people decide to write blogs.
  • The various groups of people who run blogs, and what they often hope to achieve.
  • Key questions you need to ask yourself before you decide to begin blogging.
  • How to choose the right platform for your blog.
  • How to make the decision between using a blog hosting service and hosting your own blog.
  • The main features and costs associated with six of the most commonly used blogging platforms.
  • How to secure a domain name and hosting if you decide to set up a self-hosted blog.
  • How to find extra help and support when launching your blog if you should require it.
  • Why it is important to choose the right topic for your blog.
  • How to devise an initial list of ideas for blog topics.
  • How to select an idea that has the potential to make money at a later date.
  • How to research the existing level of interest around your topic.
  • The power of evergreen content and why you should consider an evergreen topic as the basis for your blog.
  • Why producing high-quality content should be your primary concern as a blogger.
  • The various kinds of blog post you may wish to publish to your blog.
  • How to devise ideas for your blog posts.
  • Why it is a good idea to plan your posts using a posting schedule or diary.
  • How to add extra value to your posts so that your readers will come to think of you as a reliable and authoritative resource.
  • An overview of the most popular ways of making money from a blog.
  • How to make money by placing advertisements on your blog.
  • How to make money by promoting other people’s products on your blog.
  • How to make money by selling your own products via your blog.
  • Why you should not view blogging as a means of making money quickly.
  • Why it is helpful to think of yourself as a member of a wider blogging community.
  • Where you can find other bloggers writing in your niche.
  • How you can attract more readers to your blog by networking with other bloggers.
  • Why including guest posts on your blog is a good strategy for increasing engagement and traffic.
  • How to collaborate with other bloggers on projects, and how doing so can boost your income and reputation.
  • Why you should maintain a social media presence on at least one social media website.
  • An overview of the most popular social media platforms for bloggers, and how each can be used to attract new readers and engage with your existing audience.
  • The kind of content you can post to social media and how it can be used to engage readers.
  • How to use social media to devise new ideas for blog content.
  • The basics of social media etiquette and how to attract more followers.
  • Why effective blogs often make use of images and videos alongside text.
  • Different types of blog content often enhanced by visual media.
  • Legal issues to consider when using other people’s media on your blog.
  • How to produce your own memorable visual media for use on your site.
  • How to optimize your images so that they help your blog rank well in search engines.
  • Why you should consider starting a blog if you have a business.
  • How you can use content to engage with existing customers and attract new prospects.
  • How building an email list via a blog can provide you with a new means of selling products.
  • How to strike a balance between maintaining a professional image and showcasing the personality of your business.
  • How to promote your blog content on social media in such a way that attracts new customers.
  • Why you need to be aware of the most common online security threats.
  • An overview of the potential consequences of successful cyber-attacks.
  • The reasons why people attempt to hack into blogs and other websites.
  • Why you should keep backups of your blog content.
  • How to keep a WordPress blog secure.
  • How to stop spam and malicious communications from being posted to your blog.

Benefits of taking this course:

  • You can learn the material any place, any time, and at your own speed.
  • All you need is an internet-enabled device.
  • Content is presented as brief modules, making learning easy.
  • Access to an online support system.
  • A complete overview of the issues you need to consider when launching a blog.
  • Affordable cost.

This course includes

24/7 Student Support

End of course certification

Lifetime access to your course

Compatible with modern devices

PLUS - Access to the exclusive New Skills Academy Study Group!
  • What is meant by the terms “blog”, “blogging” and other related phrases
  • How blogging started and how it became popular among internet users
  • The main reasons why people decide to write blogs
  • The various groups of people who run blogs and what they often hope to achieve
  • How to choose the right platform for your blog
  • How to make the decision between using a blog hosting service and hosting your own blog
  • The main features and costs associated with six of the most commonly used blogging platforms
  • How to secure a domain name and hosting, if you decide to set up a self-hosted blog
  • Why it is important to choose the right topic for your blog
  • How to devise an initial list of ideas for blog topics
  • How to select an idea that has the potential to make money at a later date
  • How to research the existing level of interest around your topic
  • Why producing high quality content should be your primary concern as a blogger
  • The various kinds of blog post you may wish to publish to your blog
  • How to devise ideas for your blog posts
  • Why it is a good idea to plan your posts using a posting schedule or diary
  • An overview of the most popular ways of making money from a blog
  • How to make money by placing advertisements on your blog
  • How to make money by promoting other peoples’ products on your blog
  • How to make money by selling your own products via your blog
  • Why it is helpful to think of yourself as a member of a wider blogging community
  • Where you can find other bloggers writing in your niche
  • How you can attract more readers to your blog by networking with other bloggers
  • Why including guest posts on your blog is a good strategy for increasing engagement and traffic
  • Why you should maintain a social media presence on at least once social media website
  • An overview of the most popular social media platforms for bloggers and how each can be used to attract new readers and engage with your existing audience
  • The kind of content you can post to social media and how it can be used to engage readers
  • How to use social media to devise new ideas for blog content
  • Why effective blogs often make use of images and videos alongside text
  • Different types of blog content that is often enhanced by visual media
  • Legal issues to consider when using other peoples’ media in your blog
  • How to produce your own memorable visual media for use on your site
  • Why you should consider starting a blog if you have a business
  • How you can use content to engage with existing customers and attract new prospects
  • How building an email list via a blog can provide you with a new means of selling products
  • How to strike a balance between maintaining a professional image and showcasing the personality of your business
  • Why you need to be aware of the most common online security threats
  • An overview of the potential consequences of successful cyber-attacks
  • The reasons why people attempt to hack into blogs and other websites
  • Why you should keep backups of your blog content
ID: YDFT67YHJ
certificate

of achievement

This certificate is presented to

Your Name

NSA

For completing the

Blog Creation Certificate

on 21st November 2026

Selena Hurford

Selena Hurford

Course Tutor

cpd

Daniel Morgan

Daniel Morgan

Head of Academy

Certificate Example

Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

The pass mark for the test is 70%.

If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.

You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.

We estimate that the course will take about 15 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.

Amanda Groom

This course was very informative and i loved that it could be done at my own pace and not have deadlines to reach.

Even my dog loved the benefits and being my practice dummy!

Nicky Corbett

Amazing course, great for people that never have time to go to college or evening classes. So easy to complete online and step by step instructions to help you. Will definitely be doing another course after this.

I’m starting my own business and this course will help me get started as it states all the things I need to know and to be aware of. I can’t wait until I have completed this as this will be a new chapter in my life. You have no time limit on this course which is great as I have a very busy life but this course gives you no pressure.

Would recommend this to anyone.

Megan Atkins

I really enjoyed this course. Although I already work in customer services, I found it very informative and I picked up a lot of useful information and tips. What I liked about the course was that it was something you could do at your own pace and it was easy to follow. It made me feel more relaxed about my studying and put me at ease when it came to the final test at the end. The modules were just the right length, with plenty of content to get your teeth into but not too much that it became overwhelming, and that made it better to learn and digest what was being said. I would certainly recommend it!

Stephen Rawlinson

Fantastic course with great instruction and demonstrations.

I can already feel the benefit of this course whilst at work through improved efficiency and the handy tips I have picked up.

I have been using Excel for years now and I really regret not seeking some tuition sooner as I have learnt so many simple but useful things that can really make a difference straight away.

Very pleased with this provider and looking forward to the advanced level and possibly further courses in the future.

I would highly recommend this to anyone wishing to enhance their current knowledge or as a refresher.

Jordan Price

Whilst doing an internship in an Estate Agency, I decided to study the Estate Agent Diploma to gain a better understanding of the regulations and the best ways to go about visits and building my network. I found the course to be very comprehensive and easy to follow.

I’d recommend this to anyone looking to broaden their knowledge of the field of Estate Agency. I found the time estimates to be right if you are simply reading, but I took several pages of notes and so took longer, as I wanted to really understand what I was reading.

Overall, comprehensive and easy to follow.

Lauren Newall

Duration:
15 hours

Access:
Lifetime Access

Approved by:
CPD

Learning Type:


Text based modules  Images  MP3 audio lessons 

Cost:
$100.00

Blog Creation Certificate Course

This course will give you an overview of blogging – why you should blog, how to choose the right blogging platform for you, how to write high-quality content, and how to use a blog to further your personal and professional goals.

You will learn the following:

  • What is meant by the terms “blog,” “blogging,” and other related phrases.
  • How blogging started, and how it became popular among internet users.
  • The main reasons why people decide to write blogs.
  • The various groups of people who run blogs, and what they often hope to achieve.
  • Key questions you need to ask yourself before you decide to begin blogging.
  • How to choose the right platform for your blog.
  • How to make the decision between using a blog hosting service and hosting your own blog.
  • The main features and costs associated with six of the most commonly used blogging platforms.
  • How to secure a domain name and hosting if you decide to set up a self-hosted blog.
  • How to find extra help and support when launching your blog if you should require it.
  • Why it is important to choose the right topic for your blog.
  • How to devise an initial list of ideas for blog topics.
  • How to select an idea that has the potential to make money at a later date.
  • How to research the existing level of interest around your topic.
  • The power of evergreen content and why you should consider an evergreen topic as the basis for your blog.
  • Why producing high-quality content should be your primary concern as a blogger.
  • The various kinds of blog post you may wish to publish to your blog.
  • How to devise ideas for your blog posts.
  • Why it is a good idea to plan your posts using a posting schedule or diary.
  • How to add extra value to your posts so that your readers will come to think of you as a reliable and authoritative resource.
  • An overview of the most popular ways of making money from a blog.
  • How to make money by placing advertisements on your blog.
  • How to make money by promoting other people’s products on your blog.
  • How to make money by selling your own products via your blog.
  • Why you should not view blogging as a means of making money quickly.
  • Why it is helpful to think of yourself as a member of a wider blogging community.
  • Where you can find other bloggers writing in your niche.
  • How you can attract more readers to your blog by networking with other bloggers.
  • Why including guest posts on your blog is a good strategy for increasing engagement and traffic.
  • How to collaborate with other bloggers on projects, and how doing so can boost your income and reputation.
  • Why you should maintain a social media presence on at least one social media website.
  • An overview of the most popular social media platforms for bloggers, and how each can be used to attract new readers and engage with your existing audience.
  • The kind of content you can post to social media and how it can be used to engage readers.
  • How to use social media to devise new ideas for blog content.
  • The basics of social media etiquette and how to attract more followers.
  • Why effective blogs often make use of images and videos alongside text.
  • Different types of blog content often enhanced by visual media.
  • Legal issues to consider when using other people’s media on your blog.
  • How to produce your own memorable visual media for use on your site.
  • How to optimize your images so that they help your blog rank well in search engines.
  • Why you should consider starting a blog if you have a business.
  • How you can use content to engage with existing customers and attract new prospects.
  • How building an email list via a blog can provide you with a new means of selling products.
  • How to strike a balance between maintaining a professional image and showcasing the personality of your business.
  • How to promote your blog content on social media in such a way that attracts new customers.
  • Why you need to be aware of the most common online security threats.
  • An overview of the potential consequences of successful cyber-attacks.
  • The reasons why people attempt to hack into blogs and other websites.
  • Why you should keep backups of your blog content.
  • How to keep a WordPress blog secure.
  • How to stop spam and malicious communications from being posted to your blog.

Benefits of taking this course:

  • You can learn the material any place, any time, and at your own speed.
  • All you need is an internet-enabled device.
  • Content is presented as brief modules, making learning easy.
  • Access to an online support system.
  • A complete overview of the issues you need to consider when launching a blog.
  • Affordable cost.

This course includes

24/7 Student Support

End of course certification

Lifetime access to your course

Compatible with modern devices

PLUS - Access to the exclusive New Skills Academy Study Group!
  • What is meant by the terms “blog”, “blogging” and other related phrases
  • How blogging started and how it became popular among internet users
  • The main reasons why people decide to write blogs
  • The various groups of people who run blogs and what they often hope to achieve
  • How to choose the right platform for your blog
  • How to make the decision between using a blog hosting service and hosting your own blog
  • The main features and costs associated with six of the most commonly used blogging platforms
  • How to secure a domain name and hosting, if you decide to set up a self-hosted blog
  • Why it is important to choose the right topic for your blog
  • How to devise an initial list of ideas for blog topics
  • How to select an idea that has the potential to make money at a later date
  • How to research the existing level of interest around your topic
  • Why producing high quality content should be your primary concern as a blogger
  • The various kinds of blog post you may wish to publish to your blog
  • How to devise ideas for your blog posts
  • Why it is a good idea to plan your posts using a posting schedule or diary
  • An overview of the most popular ways of making money from a blog
  • How to make money by placing advertisements on your blog
  • How to make money by promoting other peoples’ products on your blog
  • How to make money by selling your own products via your blog
  • Why it is helpful to think of yourself as a member of a wider blogging community
  • Where you can find other bloggers writing in your niche
  • How you can attract more readers to your blog by networking with other bloggers
  • Why including guest posts on your blog is a good strategy for increasing engagement and traffic
  • Why you should maintain a social media presence on at least once social media website
  • An overview of the most popular social media platforms for bloggers and how each can be used to attract new readers and engage with your existing audience
  • The kind of content you can post to social media and how it can be used to engage readers
  • How to use social media to devise new ideas for blog content
  • Why effective blogs often make use of images and videos alongside text
  • Different types of blog content that is often enhanced by visual media
  • Legal issues to consider when using other peoples’ media in your blog
  • How to produce your own memorable visual media for use on your site
  • Why you should consider starting a blog if you have a business
  • How you can use content to engage with existing customers and attract new prospects
  • How building an email list via a blog can provide you with a new means of selling products
  • How to strike a balance between maintaining a professional image and showcasing the personality of your business
  • Why you need to be aware of the most common online security threats
  • An overview of the potential consequences of successful cyber-attacks
  • The reasons why people attempt to hack into blogs and other websites
  • Why you should keep backups of your blog content
ID: YDFT67YHJ
certificate

of achievement

This certificate is presented to

Your Name

NSA

For completing the

Blog Creation Certificate

on 21st November 2026

Selena Hurford

Selena Hurford

Course Tutor

cpd

Daniel Morgan

Daniel Morgan

Head of Academy

Certificate Example

Anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

The pass mark for the test is 70%.

If you don’t pass the test first time you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

You can either use your Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. Our site uses the latest SSL encryption to ensure your safety. All payments are handled securely by PayPal.

You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received. You will create your login details during the checkout process. We will also send you an email confirming your login details.

We estimate that the course will take about 15 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

Once you have been awarded your certificate it is valid for life. The certificate does not expire or need renewing.

Amanda Groom

This course was very informative and i loved that it could be done at my own pace and not have deadlines to reach.

Even my dog loved the benefits and being my practice dummy!

Nicky Corbett

Amazing course, great for people that never have time to go to college or evening classes. So easy to complete online and step by step instructions to help you. Will definitely be doing another course after this.

I’m starting my own business and this course will help me get started as it states all the things I need to know and to be aware of. I can’t wait until I have completed this as this will be a new chapter in my life. You have no time limit on this course which is great as I have a very busy life but this course gives you no pressure.

Would recommend this to anyone.

Megan Atkins

I really enjoyed this course. Although I already work in customer services, I found it very informative and I picked up a lot of useful information and tips. What I liked about the course was that it was something you could do at your own pace and it was easy to follow. It made me feel more relaxed about my studying and put me at ease when it came to the final test at the end. The modules were just the right length, with plenty of content to get your teeth into but not too much that it became overwhelming, and that made it better to learn and digest what was being said. I would certainly recommend it!

Stephen Rawlinson

Fantastic course with great instruction and demonstrations.

I can already feel the benefit of this course whilst at work through improved efficiency and the handy tips I have picked up.

I have been using Excel for years now and I really regret not seeking some tuition sooner as I have learnt so many simple but useful things that can really make a difference straight away.

Very pleased with this provider and looking forward to the advanced level and possibly further courses in the future.

I would highly recommend this to anyone wishing to enhance their current knowledge or as a refresher.

Jordan Price

Whilst doing an internship in an Estate Agency, I decided to study the Estate Agent Diploma to gain a better understanding of the regulations and the best ways to go about visits and building my network. I found the course to be very comprehensive and easy to follow.

I’d recommend this to anyone looking to broaden their knowledge of the field of Estate Agency. I found the time estimates to be right if you are simply reading, but I took several pages of notes and so took longer, as I wanted to really understand what I was reading.

Overall, comprehensive and easy to follow.

Lauren Newall

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