Ms Aida Zamnah Zainal Abidin, Ms Rizawati Rohizan, Mr Matthew Wee Ann Poh, and Dr Lai Ngan Kuen have received the Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) credential, demonstrating their mastery of Adobe’s creative tools and exemplifying APU’s SoC commitment to academic excellence and industry relevance in digital creativity.

Lecturers from Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation’s (APU) School of Computing (SoC) have received the prestigious Adobe Certified Professional (ACP) accreditation, which confirms their knowledge of Adobe’s industry-leading creative tools.

The ACP certification assesses an individual’s ability to design, create, and communicate visually using Adobe software, reflecting both technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills. 

It marks the first level in Adobe’s international certification pathway, followed by the Adobe Certified Expert and Adobe Certified Master levels.

Earning this credential demonstrates the educators’ dedication to continuous professional development and their commitment to integrating cutting-edge design skills into their teaching practices, as reflected in their achievement of two professional badges — Adobe Certified Professional in Video Design, awarded for proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design, awarded for proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

Ms Aida Zamnah Zainal Abidin, Senior Lecturer, earned certifications in Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator, Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop, and Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere Pro.

“Earning these Adobe certifications has strengthened my skills in design and digital media, allowing me to bring real-world creative tools directly into the classroom and better prepare our students for the industry.”

Ms Rizawati Rohizan, Senior Lecturer, achieved certifications in Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Using Adobe After Effects, Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator, Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop, and Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere Pro.

“These certifications reflect my dedication to staying current with industry-standard creative tools, enabling me to guide students in developing professional-level digital and visual communication skills.”

Mr Matthew Wee Ann Poh, Lecturer, attained certifications in Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Using Adobe After Effects, Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator, Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop, and Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere Pro.

“Achieving these Adobe credentials motivates me to integrate advanced digital design and motion graphics techniques into my teaching, equipping students with the practical skills they need to excel in creative industries.”

Dr Lai Ngan Kuen, Senior Lecturer, obtained certifications in Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator, Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop, and Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere Pro.

“Obtaining these certifications not only enhances my own expertise but also ensures that I can inspire and empower students to engage confidently with professional creative software.”

This remarkable accomplishment underscores the SoC’s commitment to staying at the forefront of creative technology education, empowering students to engage with real-world industry standards in digital media and visual communication.

“Our lecturers’ success in obtaining the ACP credential reflects APU’s commitment to academic excellence and industry relevance,” said Head of SoC, Associate Professor Ts Dr Tan Chin Ike. 

“By mastering professional tools that define the creative industry, our educators are not only enhancing their own skills but also ensuring that our students are well-prepared to meet global standards in digital media and design.”

Their success not only enhances the academic strength of the SoC but also inspires students to pursue excellence in digital creativity and innovation.