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Professional Certificate

Music Production

Next semester
starts April 1

Tuition

$7,725

5 Courses (15 Credits) or $1,545 Per Course
Only $6,952.50 when paid all at once

Whether you aim to work at (or open your own) state-of-the-art mixing or mastering facility to deliver professional recordings for paying customers or whether you wish to create and release your own professional-level music, you’ll need a firm grasp on the tools and techniques of music production. Berklee’s incomparable music production faculty present this detailed certificate program to guide you in this work, from concept to completed, mastered recording. Bridging theory and practice, you’ll learn the art and the science of producing great music on any digital audio workstation (DAW).

Course Requirements

5 Required Courses to Complete this Certificate

Music Production Analysis (OMPRD-160)
Stephen Webber
Level 1 Course
by Stephen Webber

Develop the skills you need for listening and identifying elements of effective records like a seasoned producer, and then learn to use these elements in your own music.

Critical Listening 1 (OMPRD-162)
Dan Thompson
Level 1 Course
by Dan Thompson

Create compelling, professional-sounding songs by learning to identify the production elements that contribute to a well-balanced, artful and professional mix.

Pro Tools 101 (OMPRD-180)
Andy Edelstein
Level 1 Course
by Andy Edelstein

The first stage of Avid’s Pro Tools certification program, you’ll learn the foundational skills needed to understand Pro Tools technology and software, including recording, editing, and mixing on a basic level.

Audio Fundamentals for Recording (OMPRD-210)
Dan Thompson
Level 2 Course
by Dan Thompson

Learn how to properly set up, operate, and manage a recording studio, integrating both analog and digital elements.

Pro Tools 110 (OMPRD-221)
Andy Edelstein
Level 2 Course
by Andy Edelstein

In this second stage of Avid’s Pro Tools certification program, you’ll learn a broad range of tools and production techniques that will help you tackle more complex Pro Tools projects and enhance your capabilities.

Upon Completion of this Certificate Program, You'll Receive:

  • Professional credential from the world leader in music education
  • Credits that may be eligible for transfer toward a Bachelor's degree program
  • A physical certificate from Berklee College of Music
  • A verified, digital certificate that you can share

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