Canva provides users with the tools to create content ranging from images, videos, and gifs to posters, websites, booklets, and multimedia presentations among other options.
NOTE: Canva will be going live on December 10th, 2025. Any early requests for accounts will not be processed until that date.
The resources on this page will help you get up and running quickly to create compelling designs in Canva.
- Getting Started with Canva
- Canva Essentials Training
- Canva Design Elements
- Images and Videos
- Advanced Courses
Getting Started with Canva
Are you new to using Canva? The following links will assist you with learning and navigating Canva quickly to create graphics, presentations, and other design projects.
Canva Essentials Training
Are you looks for a more comprehensive training for using Canva? Whether you are new to Canva or a more seasoned user, these training courses will help your take your design skills to the next level!
Canva Design Elements
Canva is a multi-faceted design tool to create graphic design elements in different mediums ranging from print and video to presentations and much more. The following links will assist you in personalizing your designs within Canva.
Images and Videos
Canva is a versatile tool to create engaging graphic images and videos within a single tool. These resources will assist you with developing multimedia elements to meet your design needs.
- Adding images
- Flipping and rotating images
- Resizing and cropping images
- Creating and editing videos
- Trimming videos and changing scene durations
- Adding audio tracks and sound effects
Advanced Courses
Looking to take your Canva skills to the next level? Consider taking one of the advanced design courses ranging from typography to mobile designs.
NOTE: UCSF prioritizes making all content accessible. When you create using Canva, check your work using the integrated design accessibility tool. Also consult UCSF’s Digital Accessibility Project for guidance on WCAG compliance.