Create. Craft. Build a Creative Career.
Learn how to design and produce professional resin products while developing the business, branding, and market-readiness skills to turn your craft into a viable career or enterprise.
This 8-week Career Pathway combines hands-on resin production with product development, entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and portfolio building.
₦200,000 | 12 Weeks | Career Pathway | In-Person | Maximum 20 Learners
Course at a Glance
Programme: Resin Art and Design
Pathway: Career Pathway
Duration: 12 weeks
Tuition: ₦200,000
Mode: In-person, hands-on training
Schedule: Weekday and weekend options, subject to cohort timetable
Cohort Size: Maximum 20 participants
Entry Level: Beginner-friendly
Assessment: Practical exercises and final capstone project
Certificate: CIH Certificate after successful completion
Sponsorship: Selected sponsored opportunities may be available
What You Will Learn
Through practical sessions, you will develop skills in:
- different resin types and their applications;
- safe handling, workspace setup and production practices;
- pigments, colour mixing and decorative effects;
- mould preparation and casting techniques;
- layering, embedding and object inclusion;
- demoulding, sanding, polishing and finishing;
- creating products such as jewellery, coasters, trays and decorative pieces;
- product development and quality improvement;
- costing, pricing and basic business planning;
- product photography and digital presentation;
- social media and online selling fundamentals;
- customer communication, negotiation and personal branding.
What You Will Create
Build a Product, Not Just Practise a Technique
Throughout the programme, you will work on guided resin projects before developing a final product or collection.
Your capstone will bring together:
- product concept;
- material selection;
- casting and finishing;
- costing;
- presentation;
- and basic marketing planning.
The goal is to leave with physical products, portfolio evidence, and a clearer pathway for taking your craft to market.
Your 12-Week Learning Journey
Foundations & Safety
Understand resin types, tools, workspace preparation, safety and creative-business opportunities.
Business & Communication
Explore niche selection, costing, pricing, customer relationships, and presenting your work professionally.
Materials & Colour
Work with resins, hardeners, pigments, additives and different colour effects.
Casting & Product Development
Learn mould preparation, casting, layering, embedding, sanding and finishing.
Advanced Resin Techniques
Create larger and more detailed pieces while improving finishing and product quality.
Product & Business Development
Develop product ideas, refine prototypes, and understand the basics of building a resin product line.
Digital Selling
Learn product photography, social media presentation, and digital selling fundamentals.
Capstone & Showcase
Complete and present a final resin product or collection with supporting costing and marketing considerations.
Who Is This Career Pathway For?
This programme is suitable for:
- beginners interested in resin art and creative production;
- aspiring creative entrepreneurs;
- artisans looking to expand their product range;
- students and graduates interested in practical creative careers;
- existing small business owners adding handmade products;
- creatives who want to develop a structured product-based business.
No previous resin-art experience is required.
You should, however, be ready for consistent hands-on practice and careful attention to safety and finishing quality.
Why This Is a Career Pathway
Learning how to pour resin is only one part of becoming commercially ready.
The CIH Career Pathway also develops your ability to create, present, price and position your work.
Career and enterprise preparation may include:
- portfolio development;
- product presentation;
- costing and pricing;
- personal and product branding;
- customer communication;
- digital selling;
- basic business planning;
- market-readiness support;
- and access to relevant opportunities, showcases or referrals where available.
CIH does not guarantee sales, customers, business income or commercial success.
Why Learn Resin Art at CIH?
Hands-on Learning
You learn through guided production and practical projects rather than theory alone.
Creative Skill + Business Thinking
The programme connects craftsmanship with pricing, branding, customer experience and market preparation.
Build Products You Can Show
Your projects give you tangible evidence of your developing capability.
Small Cohorts
A maximum of 20 participants allows greater access to practical guidance and feedback.
Showcase Your Work
Where available, suitable projects may be presented through CIH showcases, exhibitions or other market-facing opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. The programme starts with resin fundamentals and does not require previous experience.
What can I learn to make?
Projects may include products such as jewellery, keychains, coasters, trays, wall art and other decorative or functional resin pieces.
Are tools and materials provided?
Training includes access to relevant practical facilities and programme resources. Any personal materials, consumables or specialised requirements should be confirmed with the programme team before your cohort begins.
Will I learn how to sell my products?
Yes. The programme includes pricing, branding, product photography, customer communication and digital-selling fundamentals.
Will there be a final project?
Yes. You will create and present a final resin product or collection as part of the programme.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the programme and applicable assessment requirements receive a Craft Innovation Hub certificate.
Are sponsorship opportunities available?
Selected sponsored or subsidised seats may be available depending on partner funding and eligibility.
Ready to Turn Creativity Into Practical Value?
Learn the craft, create products you can show and develop the commercial skills needed to take your work beyond the classroom.
Resin Art and Design
₦200,000 | 12 Weeks | Career Pathway | Maximum 20 Learners
