Basic Blueprint Reading

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Location: - Date: Days: Time: Instructor:

Emphasis on accurate/efficient interpretation of symbols/graphic language required to produce working
drawings.

• Interpret sketches and working drawings conforming to standard drafting practices
• Correlate elevations, sections, details, plan views, schedules and general notes
• Scale prints with architectural and engineering scales

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Basic Lathe

Term: - CRN: - Course Number:

Location: - Date: Days: Time: Instructor:

An introduction to the common types of lathes. Emphasis on basic parts, nomenclature, lathe
operations, safety, machine mathematics, blueprint reading and theory.

• Identify engine lathe components
• Match cutting speeds and feeds to materials
• List safety procedures
• Identify machine accessories
• Identify types of lathes
• Use formulas to calculate speeds and feeds
• Set up basic lathe operations
• Perform metal removing operations such as turning, facing, drilling, grooving, turning on centers and threading
• Perform basic machine maintenance

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Basic Machine Shop I

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Location: - Date: Days: Time: Instructor:

A course that introduces the student to machining fundamentals. The student will use basic machine
tools including the lathe, milling machine, drill press, power saw and bench grinder. Machine
terminology, theory, math, part layout and bench work using common measuring tools is included.
Emphasis is placed on shop safety, housekeeping and preventative maintenance.

• Demonstrate set-up and use of the lathe, milling machine, drill press, power saw and bench
  grinder applying good housekeeping and proper safety
• Use precision instruments to perform bench work including part layout, drilling, reaming, taping, press fitting, location of hole centers and surfaces
• Set up power saws for cutoff operation
• Demonstrate tooling maintenance and hazardous material handling
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Interpret blueprints

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Blueprint Reading Basics

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Location: - Date: Days: Time: Instructor:

Learn how blueprint drawings are organized and how information is referenced throughout a set of construction blueprint drawings. You will start at the very beginning to learn about the drawing scale. In lessons that are thorough and detailed, you will learn how blueprint drawings are organized, and how information is referenced throughout a set of construction blueprint drawings. In this blueprint reading course, you will also review architectural and engineering blueprint drawings, as well as project specifications during this blueprint training.

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Arts Waiting List

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Location: - Date: Days: Time: Instructor:

Under Arts we offer the following courses in person: 

• Sewing
• Cake Decorating
• Floral Design

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Introduction to InDesign CC

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: D. Sahlin

Have you ever seen a terrific-looking brochure or newsletter and wondered how it was made? Chances are the designer used Adobe InDesign CC, the industry-standard desktop publishing software now available through the Creative Cloud.

In each lesson, you will learn an important aspect of InDesign CC and prepare a range of print and online products for a fictional company. You will get dozens of files to work with, including a partially completed InDesign document used to start each lesson. Then you will use the downloaded graphics, images, fonts, and other content to complete the project. To check your work or troubleshoot any problems you encounter, you will always get a copy of the finished InDesign project file.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. You may choose between an instructor-led 6-week course or self-paced 3-month access. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Introduction to Photoshop CC

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: B Richards Schulz

Whether you're a photographer, graphic artist or just want to alter your old family photos, you need to learn Adobe Photoshop. This hands-on, project-oriented course is filled with detailed step-by-step instructions that will teach you how to edit photos and create basic images using Photoshop in the Creative Cloud. You'll discover the latest techniques for editing out flaws, correcting poor exposure, adding new elements and more.

 This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. You may choose between an instructor-led 6-week course or self-paced 3-month access. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Creating WordPress Websites Series

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: R. Mansfield

Want to build an attractive, sophisticated blog or website—without having to learn how to code? WordPress.org is the answer! WordPress.org is one of the world's most popular web design tools. It's free and easy to use and it produces professional results.

This series of courses will take you from having zero experience and knowledge of web design to more advanced techniques. You don't need any website publishing experience to get started. And, you'll walk away with your very own website and have the ability to manage it.

To take this series, you should be willing to open a hosting account, which will incur additional costs.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is a 48 hour, online, instructor-led course. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Graphic Design with Photoshop

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: L Ulrich

This course will provide you with robust instructions on how to use Adobe Photoshop as a tool to create engaging and effective visuals. Using principles, theories and time-tested practices of graphic design, you will discover strategies for producing images that convey desired messages, styles and tones.

You will practice with real-world examples, challenges and thought-provoking assignments and learn how to determine a client’s needs, create work to meet those needs and assemble your work in an online portfolio to enter the industry. The course’s combination of creative, technical and soft skills will offer you a well-rounded and challenging learning experience.

This course does not prepare students for a certification. Upon successful completion of the course, participants are awarded a Certificate of Completion.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive nine (9) months to complete the course.

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Marketing Design Certificate

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: J Bratt, B Bicknell, M Hamm

Looking to launch your career designing marketing or identity pieces for large companies or small businesses? The Marketing Design Online Training course focuses on helping you develop technical skill and creative artistry using applied marketing principles. You'll complete a variety of projects, including marketing concept development, retouching, compositing, illustration, advertising design, logo design and corporate branding.

You'll learn in-demand software programs that a marketing designer needs to know: Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. You will build a skill set in digital image preparation and vector illustration while applying foundation design concepts in color, typography and identity design. Hands-on projects focus on essential skills and provide you with experience in business-focused design scenarios.

This course does not prepare students for a certification. Upon successful completion of the course, participants are awarded a Certificate of Completion.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.

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Graphic Design with Photoshop (Software Included)

Term: - CRN: - Course Number:

Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: L Ulrick

This course will provide you with robust instructions on how to use Adobe Photoshop as a tool to create engaging and effective visuals. Using principles, theories and time-tested practices of graphic design, you will discover strategies for producing images that convey desired messages, styles and tones.

You will practice with real-world examples, challenges and thought-provoking assignments and learn how to determine a client’s needs, create work to meet those needs and assemble your work in an online portfolio to enter the industry. The course’s combination of creative, technical and soft skills will offer you a well-rounded and challenging learning experience.

This course does not prepare students for a certification. Upon successful completion of the course, participants are awarded a Certificate of Completion.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive nine (9) months to complete the course.

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Video Game Design and Development

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: F Luna, J DeGoes, G Simmons

Video game design and development is challenging, but the rewards are worth it. With this unparalleled comprehensive training course, you'll master skills that open doors to the growing video game industry. By the end of the course, you will have designed and created your own video game for the PC and will stand ready to join a team working on projects with larger scope or pursue independent development.

Using a comprehensive and analytical approach to game development, this course offers you the opportunity to learn how to effectively implement technical game ideas, assuming no prior training or experience. The curriculum is divided into four major areas of study: programming languages, mathematics skills, game asset creation and modern real-time game engines. It will conclude with an independent study phase where you will design, document and create your own game using all of the programming and game art skills you learned in the core classes. This course is entirely online and is completed at your own pace.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.

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Web Design Professional

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: T. Berry

With more than 3 billion people using the Internet, the future of retail, learning and most other industries is online. This means web designers are needed to create and maintain those websites. If you're looking to use your creative skills in today's digital landscape, the Web Design Professional course is for you.

This course will teach you foundational web design skills. You will first learn best practices for the technologies that drive web functionality: HTML, CSS and JavaScript. You will then learn Creating, Styling and Validating Forms, and take a deep dive into Bootstrapping to further your knowledge of web development. Finally, you will learn how to use the tools of the trade: Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver and Animate.

The need for web designers isn't slowing down. Every great site needs more than functionality—it needs a fresh, unique look to convey an organization's products, services and message. With the skills you gain from this intensive course, you can start a fast-paced career in web design.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.

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Multimedia Arts Certificate

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: A Shalat, M Penney, B Bicknell

Looking to launch your career in multimedia art and design? The Multimedia Design Online Training course equips you with the fundamental technical and conceptual skills for this challenging interdisciplinary environment. You'll gain proficiency in the core tools for interactive development: Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro and After Effects, and you'll learn to shoot and edit digital video. You'll also discover how to create images, pages and motion graphics for web-based multimedia.

Hands-on projects focus on essential skills and provide you with experience in working in a broad range of media. Class assignments include digital image retouching and compositing, web pages and interfaces, scripted and documentary video-making, color and typography studies, video/audio editing and motion graphics.

This course does not prepare students for a certification. Upon successful completion of the course, participants are awarded a Certificate of Completion.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.

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Digital Game Artist Certificate

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: C. Bradley

This online course will train you to become a professional video game artist. Training centers around developing core skills for jobs related to Digital Art, 3D Art, Modeling, Character Design and Environmental Art Design. Once completed, you will have multiple employable skills including modeling game props and characters, importing required elements into game specific software, animation of game assets and more.

This is a skills-based course which will teach the key components and competencies needed to excel in positions related to 3D Art for Games and Environmental Art for Games. That said, beyond software and game related techniques, the course touches on just about everything, including general design and concept art. You will learn the fundamental principles of what makes good art great and the key social aspects needed for continued growth and professional development.

This course does not prepare students for a certification. Upon successful completion of the course participants are awarded a Certificate of Completion

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive eighteen (18) months to complete the course.

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Digital Arts Certificate

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: A Shalat, J Schranz, M Hamm

Looking to make your mark in the digital arts? The Digital Arts Online Training course will give you the education you need. You'll gain hands-on experience in fundamental technical and creative skills in digital imaging, traditional drawing and digital illustration. You will master the intricacies of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, build your understanding of color and explore the representation of form through vector illustration and drawing.

Hands-on projects focus on core skills and provide you with experience in traditional and digital media. Class assignments include digital imaging, vector drawing, traditional drawing, color, composition and editorial illustration.

This course does not prepare students for a certification. Upon successful completion of the course, participants are awarded a Certificate of Completion.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.

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Certified Residential Interior Designer

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: N. Lima-Younts

Prepare for a career as a residential interior designer by learning the basics of good design, getting familiar with design styles and movements, exploring the materials that interior designers use, and putting your knowledge to work as you create your own design concept for a family room.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

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Adobe Certified Professional (Voucher Included)

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: T. Berry

There is a strong demand for Adobe Creative Suite skills. In the Adobe Certified Associate course, you will learn five of the most often-used Adobe programs: Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Animate (formerly Flash). You will read short readings, complete exercises and watch video demos and reviews of exercises, take quizzes and exams and complete a project.

By focusing on these five programs, you will learn how to put all the parts and pieces together to develop the Adobe Creative Suite skills needed to be professionals in the design field. This course includes 3 vouchers to allow you to select the certifying exams you prefer. If you would like to take all 5 exams, please see the Adobe Certified Associate (5 Vouchers Included) course. Proctor fees may apply, which are not included.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.

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Drawing for the Absolute Beginner

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: C. Walker

Gain a solid foundation in the basics of drawing to become the artist you've always wanted to be. This course will help you become familiar with paper type, drawing styles, techniques, and basic principles of perspective, layout and design.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. It is an instructor-led 6-week course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Introduction to Interior Design

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: S. Smallwood

Learn to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. This course will teach you how to design every aspect of a room while taking into account color theory, industry trends, special arrangements, floor plans, design ideas, and interior design basics.

This course is facilitated by our 3^rd party partner, Ed2Go.com. You may choose between an instructor-led 6-week course or self-paced 3-month access. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Automated Manufacturing

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Introduction to electrical and electronic principles utilized in automated manufacturing processes.

• Describe microcontroller applications in manufacturing
• Identify electrical/electronic components, circuits and schematics/diagrams used in manufacturing
• Describe operations and applications of sensors and actuators used in manufacturing
• Apply interfacing techniques used in manufacturing
• Apply programming techniques used with microcontrollers

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Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing

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Computer-assisted applications in integrating engineering graphics and manufacturing. Emphasis on the conversion of a working drawings using computer aided design/computer aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software and related input and output devices translating into machine codes.

• Describe the history and application of CAD/CAM systems
• Describe the CAD/CAM components
• Apply CAD/CAM software and related input and output devices
• Interface CAD/CAM to machines

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Computer Assisted Drafting and Design I

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Location: - Date: Days: Time: Instructor:

A course in creating, storing and retrieving predefined components and adding text and dimensions to drawings.

• Drawing setup
• Create and manage symbols and attributes
• Create dimensioned drawings

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Property & Casualty Insurance Lic. Preparation Course

Term: 520253 CRN: 10067 Course Number: INSR 1010.X01

Location: Pecan Plaza TBA Date: Mar 27 - May 06, 2025 Days: TR Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm Instructor: M Barrera

This is an 18-hour course that prepares students for the Texas Department of Insurance Property and Casualty Exam.

Required Book Information

Title: Property and Casualty Insuance License Exam Manual 1st Edition

ISBN: 978-1-4754-5643-1

Cost of Book: $59

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Administrative Assistant Fundamentals

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: B. Swaim

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Digital Marketing Suite

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: L. Adams

Digital Marketing Suite

Learn how to develop an Internet marketing plan, use popular social media platforms, and achieve higher positions with major search engines.

72 Course Hrs

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Accounting Fundamentals Series

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: N. Koenig

Whether you're a sole proprietor looking to manage your business finances or you simply want to gain an understanding of accounting basics for career advancement or for personal use, the courses in this bundle will give you a solid foundation in financial matters. If you're interested in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a marketable skill, this series of courses is perfect for you.

This is an instructor-led 6-week online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Accounting with QuickBooks Online Suite

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: S. Paxton

Accounting Fundamentals covers all the bases, from writing checks to preparing an income statement and closing out accounts at the end of each fiscal period. Whether you're a sole proprietor looking to manage your business finances or you simply want to gain an understanding of accounting basics for career advancement or for personal use, this course will give you a solid foundation in financial matters.

This is an instructor-led 96 hour online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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QuickBooks Online Series

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: S. Paxton

The Introduction to QuickBooks Online course focuses on key features of QuickBooks Online, so you can gain hands-on experience creating invoices, receipts and statements; track payables, inventory and receivables; generating reports; and more. The Intermediate QuickBooks Online course builds upon the skills learned in the Introduction to QuickBooks Online course. You will how to set up your accounts for different types of businesses, enter budgets and how to track situations in which the owner uses or invests company funds.

This is an instructor-led 48 hour online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Human Resources Professional

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: A. Smith

Online Human Resources Professional Training Course

Become a Certified HR Professional

Human capital is the single most important asset in any business and human resources professionals are charged with protecting these assets. This 100% online training course will prepare you for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification exam offered by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). You will be fully equipped to advance your career as a certified PHR in only 6 months.

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Job Outlook for Human Resources Professionals

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates a 5% job growth for human resources specialists and a slightly higher rate of growth for those in management roles. This will equal an additional 33,000 job openings over the next 8 years. The median salary for those in a human resources specialist position is nearly $62,000 with top earners making more than $105,000 annually. 

Human Resources Professional FAQs

Do you need a certification to work as a Human Resources Specialist?

While a certification is not required to work as a human resources specialist, the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification is one of the most widely known and most respected credentials in the field of human resources. It is also a requirement by most employers before you will be considered for higher-level human resources roles.

Does this course prepare me for certification?

Yes. This Human Resources Professional training course will prepare you for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) exam offered by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI). According to Payscale.com, those who have PHR certification get promoted faster and have a median salary that is $20,000 higher than those who do not.

Is Human Resources a Good Career?

Absolutely. Every organization, large or small, needs someone who can help them with employee relations. A career in Human Resources can be whatever you make it. There are dozens and dozens of specialties and career paths to fit almost anyone interested in helping others while improving relations between employers and employees.     

Course Objectives

Be fully prepared for the Professional in Human Resources certification from HRCI

Understand  human resources practices, valuable skills related to recruitment and training

Gain foundational knowledge of employment laws and regulations

Develop retention initiatives and best practices for strategic decision making

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Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no specific prerequisites for taking this course. However, HRCI requires that you meet one of the following criteria in order to sit for PHR certification:

• Master’s degree or higher = 1 year of work experience in a professional-level HR role
• Bachelor’s degree = 2 years of work experience in a professional-level HR role
• Anything less than a bachelor’s degree = 4 years of work experience in a professional-level HR role

Curriculum

• Introduction to Human Resources
  • Learn about opportunities in the HR field and the skills you will need for success.    
• HR's Role in Strategy
  • Learn how to create compelling vision and mission statements, policies, and metrics grounded in business strategy.   
•  Recruiting and Hiring Employees
  • Understand how to write a job ad that will attract candidates, effectively review résumés, properly prepare for an interview, and formally make a job offer.
•  Training Programs
  • Learn the basics of training, including the design, development, implementation, analysis, and evaluation of training programs.
•  Compensation and Benefits
  • Understand all the things that must be considered when designing a compensation and benefits package.  
•  Employee Health and Safety
  • Learn the ins and outs of complying with OSHA, protecting against workplace hazards, and investigating, recording, and preventing accidents and employee illnesses.  
•  The Legal Environment
  • Gain knowledge of employment law as well as an understanding of equal employment opportunity, avoiding discrimination, and what happens when an employee files an EEOC claim.  
•  Making HR Decisions
  • Learn how to make decisions based on various company growth strategies and how to use HRIS Software as well as job analysis as a tool for decision-making.
•  Affirmative Action
  • Learn the full spectrum of affirmative action, how to create an affirmative action plan, and information on the AAP you will need to know.
•  Diversity
  • Understand what diversity is and why it is a good thing in an organization as you learn to manage it and handle conflict.
•  Employee Rights and Discipline
  • Learn the laws that protect employee rights and privacy and how to properly monitor and document behavior and discipline employees.
•  Termination
  • Understand the alternatives to firing as well as how to prepare for termination, including proper separation agreements as well as what to do in the event of wrongful discharge.
•  Investigations
  • Learn why it is so important to investigate problems as well as the steps of an effective investigation including preparing, conducting, and wrapping it up.
•  Managing Labor Relations
  • Get a quick overview of the history of unions as you learn how they work and why employees join them.
•  Creating A High-Performance Workplace
  • Learn how to ask employees for input and act on it, delegate authority, keep communication open, and continuously ask for feedback as you strive to develop a high-performance workplace.
•  Global Human Resources
  • Understand the basics of staffing strategy, cultural differences, HR in other countries, choosing global employees, and issues faced by expatriates.
•  Retention
  • Learn the top reasons employees leave a company and how you can encourage them to stay as well as the importance of succession planning. 
•  Motivation, Rewards, and Recognition
  • Find out fun ways to motivate workers and gain nine strategies for creating a great rewards program.
•  Preparing for the Exam
  • Gain information on externships and internships as you review the basics of the PHR exam and begin to study.

Instructor: Anna Smith

Anna Smith has worked in the field of human resources for 30 years and has taught at the university level for over 20 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Spalding University, a master's degree in management from Webster University, and a Master Online Teaching certificate from the University of Illinois. She is also a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional. Her experience spans many areas of human resources, including recruitment, labor relations, and affirmative action plans.

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Freight Broker/Agent Training

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: J. Roach

Online Freight Broker/Agent Training

Learn How to Start Your Freight Brokerage

From licensing and operations to sales and marketing, learn how to get your broker license and start a successful freight brokerage – 100% online and at your own pace!

 “This course used real life examples and different learning materials that still help us operate a business,” Kay P., United Tribe Logistics

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 Job Outlook for Freight Brokers

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) lists freight broker/agent as “Bright Outlook” career area, with over 30% job growth expected in the next five years.

 According to the US Bureau of Transportation (USDOT), over 11 billion tons of freight move by truck each year. This number will grow, so skilled brokers are needed to keep the industry moving.

FAQs about Freight Brokers

What do do Freight Brokers do?

Freight brokers find carriers for shippers to haul their freight. They also assume financial responsibility in the shipping process by invoicing shippers, paying carriers and agents, extending credit and more.

What is the difference between a Freight Broker and an Agent?

A freight agent acts as an independent salesperson for a freight brokerage or independent broker. Freight agents may work on commission bringing in new customers. 

How much do Freight Brokers make?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, freight brokers make an average of $45,000 annually. Depending on your experience level, top brokers can make over $66,600 per year.

What kind of hours do Freight Brokers work?

Freight brokers can set their own hours — deciding when and how much they work. Many work from home, so they create their own work/life balance around shipping and carrier schedules.

What is the federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)?

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulates and provides safety oversight for commercial motor vehicles (CMVs).

Course Objectives

Learn the ins and outs of the industry from experienced freight brokers.

Gain the knowledge and resources you need to register with the FMCSA, get a surety bond and break into the shipping industry. 

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Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, this course focuses solely on U.S. domestic freight brokering, so it’s only recommended if you plan to do business in the United States.

Curriculum

The Basics of Freight Brokering

Job duties, qualities and skills of an effective freight broker and a freight broker agent

Setting up Your Business and Office

Steps needed to launch a brokerage and set up an office

Setting Goals and Developing your Corporate Identity

Evaluate business goals and mission statements

Setting Up your Shipper Packet and Your Carrier Packet

Documents to send to shippers and carriers

Operations and Using Operations Software

Forms, logs, and broker software that work best for business; how to avoid or manage day-to-day problems that freight brokers face

Types of Freight and Exploring Niche Markets

Differentiate between the types of freight and the types of niche markets available

Transportation Law

Transportation law most affect business as a broker or agent, and why they are important to operations

Broker-Carrier Contracts

How contracts protect brokers and carriers

Broker-Shipper Agreements

Components of an effective broker-shipper agreement

Insurance for Carriers and Brokers

Insurance policies and forms essential for carriers and brokers

Recordkeeping, Accounting, and Financial Management

Different processes and records encountered as a broker freight

Determining Your Rate Quotes

Rate quotes that are based on relevant information

Carrier Relations and Solutions for Success

Situations from a carrier's point of view

Sales and Profitability

Sales techniques and results as part of sales success

Advanced Marketing 

Marketing efforts that will be beneficial for business

Develop Your Negotiation Skills

Negotiation skills from first real sales calls

Instructors

Jan Roach

Jan Roach has been a partner in a freight brokerage operation since 1995. For over 10 years, she ran a freight brokerage, overseeing sales, marketing, accounting and day-to-day operations. Roach holds a Bachelor of Science from Baylor University and has provided training for the freight industry since 2001.

 Jeff Roach

Jeff Roach has been in the transportation industry since 1986. He founded his own freight brokerage in 1995, after working as the vice president of national accounts for a major truckload carrier. He grew his brokerage into a multimillion-dollar business and began developing freight broker courses in 2001. Roach holds a Bachelor of Science from Abilene Christian University.

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Professional Bookkeeping with QuickBooks

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Learn Bookkeeping with QuickBooks Online

Regardless of the industry, all businesses can benefit from using QuickBooks to organize their finances, stay on top of invoices, pay bills on time and track expenses efficiently. This 100% online course will teach you how to use QuickBooks Online for basic accounting, recording income and expenses, and entering checks and bank transfers. Once you complete this course, you will understand how to get your finances in order and be prepared for the QuickBooks Certified User Exam.

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Job Outlook for Bookkeepers

• According to PayScale.com, bookkeepers earn on average $17.37 per hour. Experienced bookkeepers can earn over $56,000 annually.
• According to CareerBuilder.com, bookkeeping is a highly transferable skill set for accounting professionals who want to advance into financial analysis or management roles.
• Technology is highly relevant to the bookkeeper's role. Mastering QuickBooks Online is the key to matching bookkeeping skills with expanding requirements for analysis, visual data presentation and reporting that provides value-added to the traditional bookkeeper's duties.

Bookkeeping FAQs

What does the bookkeeper role involve?

Bookkeepers serve on the front lines of a person, company or organization's financial health. Strong bookkeepers set up, deploy and manage systems that record the flow of funds into and out of an entity's coffers. Using reporting tools and systems, bookkeepers help individuals and operational managers stay aware of and improve an entity's financial status and performance.

Why do bookkeepers need Quickbooks?

QuickBooks® has replaced the manual entry functions of traditional bookkeeping. However, the organization, reporting and use of financial data still rely heavily on human input and processing. Knowing how to automate your bookkeeping practice with QuickBooks is an important aspect to staying competitive in today’s job market.

Do companies want bookkeepers who already know Quickbooks?

Yes, if you're an expert in the latest version of QuickBooks, you can walk into any small business and immediately organize their finances. QuickBooks is the top-rated accounting software for small businesses, you likely know a company that already uses it.

Course Objectives

• Prepare to sit for the QuickBooks Certified User Exam (QBCU).
• Successfully set up a company file in QuickBooks Online.
• Perform fundamental analysis of accounts, financial documents, and reports.
• Perform essential bookkeeping duties and tasks.
• Apply basic accounting principles (accrual method, depreciation, and so on) to bookkeeping practices.
• Understand fundamental accounting concepts and how QuickBooks works to support these concepts.

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Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Curriculum

1. Introduction to Bookkeeping
2. Accounting Basics
3. Getting Started with QuickBooks Online
4. The Chart of Accounts
5. Centers and Lists
6. Bank Accounts
7. Recording Expenses and Paying Bills
8. Credit Cards and Loans
9. Sales Receipts
10. Invoices, Estimates, and Customizing Sales Forms
11. Billable Expenses and Customer Credits
12. Sales Taxes and Reports
13. Mid-term
14. Product and Service Items
15. Managing Inventory
16. Managing Projects and Sales
17. Progress Invoicing, Late Fees, and Bad Debts
18. Payroll
19. Fixed Assets and Loans
20. Business Entities and Owner Transactions
21. Banking Rules, Receipts, and Budgets
22. Adjusting and Reviewing the Books
23. Starting a Bookkeeping Business
24. Your Career Roadmap: The Job Search and Future Opportunities (optional)
25. Communication and Organization (optional)
26. Final

Instructor

Wade Lindenberger

Wade Lindenberger is a CPA with over 20 years of financial accounting and management experience in public accounting and private industry. He is currently Director of Finance and Administration for New Children's Museum. Before his current position, he worked as the National Finance and Accounting Service Line Leader for Premier Alliance Group, a national professional services firm. Wade was also Director of the Finance and Accounting service line for the San Diego office of a global, publicly held professional services firm. Before becoming a consultant, Wade was Divisional Controller for one of the leading health and fitness club chains in the world. He has also been Internal Audit Manager and Divisional Controller for a division of a Fortune 500 global energy project management company. He began his career with Coopers & Lybrand, predecessor to PricewaterhouseCoopers, one of the "Big Four" CPA firms. He has previously served as an instructor for courses at Coopers & Lybrand and UC San Diego and is currently an adjunct professor at the University of San Diego School of Business. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Bookkeepers' Advisory Board.

Helene K. Liatsos

Helene K. Liatsos is business advisor and QuickBooks Certified Advisor with more than 25 years of experience. She consults for a range of companies, from travel agencies to startups. Her company Home Office Management Experts was awarded the 2004 Home-Based Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Helene holds a Bachelor of Arts from Fairleigh Dickinson University.

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Certified Bookkeeping

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Online Certified Bookkeeper Training Course

Earn bookkeeper certification online

Bookkeeping forms the backbone of every organization's need to carefully account for its financial activities. It accounts for sales, purchases, and payments that flow through an entity. Bookkeepers are crucial to every organization and certified bookkeepers are the elite of their profession. This 100% online course will prepare you for certification by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB).

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Job Outlook for Bookkeepers

According to PayScale.com, bookkeepers earn on average $17.37 per hour. Top bookkeepers’ earnings exceed $56,900.

CareerBuilder.com cites bookkeeping skills as highly transferable to financial supervisory, analysis, or managerial roles. The site calls bookkeeper an "ideal choice" for those who are motivated to keep organizations on track with regard to their finances.

Technology is highly relevant to the bookkeeper's role. Mastery of bookkeeping software applications is the key to matching bookkeeping skills with expanding requirements for analysis, visual data presentation, and reporting that provides value-added to the traditional bookkeeper's duties.

Certified Bookkeeper FAQs

WHAT DOES THE BOOKKEEPER ROLE INVOLVE?

Bookkeepers serve on the front lines of a person, company or organization's financial health. Strong bookkeepers set up, deploy and manage systems that record the flow of funds into and out of an entity's coffers. Using reporting tools and systems, bookkeepers help individuals and operational managers stay aware of and improve an entity's financial status and performance.

HASN'T TECHNOLOGY REPLACED BOOKKEEPERS?

Technology has had a huge impact on the bookkeeping field. However, the bookkeeper's underlying organizational skills and precise attention to detail are as valuable as ever to their employers and clients. Programs like QuickBooks® or Microsoft Excel® have widely replaced the manual entry functions of traditional bookkeeping. However, the organization, reporting, and use of financial data still rely heavily on human input and processing.

IS CERTIFICATION IMPORTANT FOR BOOKKEEPERS?

Certification in any profession signals to employers, colleagues, and clients that a professional is committed to the highest standards of excellence and accountability. Certified bookkeepers meet the AIPB’s highest standards for financial accounting, business practices and ethical conduct.

HOW DO I BECOME A CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPER?

To earn your AIPB Certified Bookkeeper designation, you must pass the AIPB certification exam and be able to submit proof of at least two years of full-time or 3,000 hours of part-time experience.

IS BOOKKEEPING A GOOD OPTION FOR REMOTE WORK?

Because bookkeeping relies heavily on technology and can be done almost entirely using digital tools, it is considered an excellent prospect for remote, contract, and work-at-home career opportunities.

Course Objectives

Prepare to take and pass the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) certification exam

Understand eligibility requirements, code of ethics, and maintenance requirements for bookkeeper certification

Apply the concepts of accrual accounting to transactions that span fiscal periods and trace the effect of accrual and deferral transactions

Record book and tax depreciation, using various methods of calculating depreciation

Perform basic payroll duties, including paying wages, handling payroll deposits, and reporting taxes

Know how to value inventory, record costs, make entries and report inventory on financial statements

Use basic internal controls to prevent theft, embezzlement, or check and credit card fraud by employees, customers, or vendors

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Prerequisites

This course is designed for experienced bookkeepers with at least two years of work experience in bookkeeping or accounting.

Curriculum

BECOMING A CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPER

Eligibility requirements, code of ethics and certification maintenance

ACCRUALS, DEFERRALS AND THE ADJUSTED TRIAL BALANCE

Why accruals, deferrals, and other adjustments are made; recognizing revenues collected in advance and expenses after a prepayment

CORRECTION OF ACCOUNTING ERRORS AND THE BANK RECONCILIATION

When and where accounting errors occur and how they are discovered; finding and correcting errors on the unadjusted trial balance

PAYROLL

How to pay different types of employees; federal and state wage-hour law

DEPRECIATION

The difference between book and tax depreciation; depreciation under GAAP

INVENTORY

General concepts of accounting for inventory; the perpetual, periodic, FIFO and LIFO methods

INTERNAL CONTROLS AND FRAUD DEPRECIATION

How to prevent or spot theft of inventory and other non-cash assets by employees; preventing employee theft, embezzlement or fraud by hiring the right personnel

Instructors

Wade Lindenberger

Wade Lindenberger is a CPA with over 20 years of financial accounting and management experience in public accounting and private industry. He is currently Director of Finance and Administration for New Children's Museum. Before his current position, he worked as the National Finance and Accounting Service Line Leader for Premier Alliance Group, a national professional services firm. Wade was also Director of the Finance and Accounting service line for the San Diego office of a global, publicly held professional services firm. He has previously served as an instructor for courses at Coopers & Lybrand and at the University of California at San Diego for the Extension Course and is currently an adjunct professor at the University of San Diego School of Business.

Helene K. Liatsos

Helene K. Liatsos is business advisor and QuickBooks Certified Advisor with more than 25 years of experience. She consults for a range of companies, from travel agencies to startups. Her company Home Office Management Experts was awarded the 2004 Home-Based Business of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Helene holds a Bachelor of Arts from Fairleigh Dickinson University.

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Certified Administrative Professional

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Train for a career as an administrative assistant and master the Microsoft Office suite. This course bundle will prepare you for the Certified Administrative Professional exam and the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Associate certification. This bundle also includes a voucher for Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) exam. 

This is a self-paced 335-hour online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. You have 12-month access to complete. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Certified Paralegal

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Online Paralegal Course

Train to Become a Paralegal Online

Certified paralegal play an extremely important role in the legal industry. This 100% online course will prepare you for the Certified Paralegal (CP) exam, offered by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). You’ll learn how to perform a variety of tasks that paralegal experience every day, such as legal research, interviews, analysis and more.

“It was different than going to a classroom, but I really enjoyed this course! Now that I‘ve finished, I help file motions for everything from reopening cases to filing for telephonic appeals,” Sonjie A.

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Job Outlook for Paralegals

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), jobs for paralegal will grow by 15% through 2026, which is faster than most other positions.

The BLS states that the average annual salary for paralegal is $50,000. However, salary can increase depending on your law specialty and your experience level.

Paralegals FAQs

What do Paralegals do?

Paralegals perform many duties that attorneys also perform themselves. Paralegals can conduct legal research; draft contracts, pleadings, and other legal documents; answer client questions and help prepare for trial.

Is a Paralegal a good job?

U.S. News and World Report listed paralegal as #2 on its list of “Best Jobs that Don’t Require a College Degree.” Paralegals were also included on the “The 100 Best Jobs” list overall based on the salary, job market, potential growth and work-life balance.

Can Paralegals specialize?

Yes. Paralegals can choose to specialize in different types of law such as criminal, family, immigration, real estate, etc. 

Is Paralegal the same as a Legal Secretary?

No. Paralegals are responsible for performing many of the tasks an attorney would do otherwise, such as conducting legal research or preparing a case file. They are often viewed as an extension of the attorney. Legal secretaries fill a more administrative role within the law firm.

Can Paralegals work in any state?

Yes. Paralegals can work in any state because unlike attorneys, paralegal are not bound to a specific state licensing board. In other words, a paralegal certification is valuable nationwide.

Can you go from being a Paralegal to a Lawyer?

Yes, you can go from a paralegal to a lawyer. Starting as a paralegal can provide great insight into how the legal system works. However, you will need a bachelor’s degree before you can apply for law school and pass a state bar exam.

Course Objectives

Learn the common responsibilities and duties of paralegal within the US legal system.

Be fully prepared to sit for the Certified Paralegal certification exam, offered by NALA.

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Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Curriculum

1. Paralegal in the Legal System
2. Paralegal Employment
3. On-the-job Realities
4. Regulation of Paralegals
5. Attorney and Paralegal Ethics
6. Introduction to the Legal System
7. Introduction to Legal Analysis
8. Legal Interviewing
9. Investigation in the Law Office
10. Litigation Management
11. Legal Research 101
12. Advanced Legal Research
13. Legal Writing
14. Introduction to the Use of Computers
15. Introduction to Law Office Administration
16. Tort Law, Product Liability, and Consumer Law
17. Contracts, Insurance, and Property Law
18. Estates and Family Law
19. Laws Affecting Business
20. Criminal Law
21. Capstone
22. Portfolio Lesson
23. Final Exam 

Instructor

Casey Thompson

Casey Thompson is a licensed attorney in Texas. Before he started teaching, his major areas of practice were business and corporate law, entertainment law and intellectual property rights. He received his Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech University and holds a law degree from the Texas A&M School of Law.

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Chartered Tax Professional With Microsoft Excel

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Come tax season, chartered tax professionals need to use tools like Microsoft Excel to prepare taxes. This fully online course will teach you how to prepare individual tax returns for almost all U.S. taxpayers and best practices for using Excel. After successfully completing this course, you will be qualified to prepare individual tax returns and be ready to sit for the IRS Special Enrollment Examination (SEE). You will also be prepared to pass the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert certification exam for Excel.

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Advanced Microsoft Excel 2019

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This course will help you master many features in Microsoft Excel 2019 that most users don't know exist. You will learn the secret to using formula-based conditional formatting as a creative solution to common issues. You will also learn how to leverage Excel's Power Query tool to import and transform data from about any data source. By the time you finish this course, you will have mastered Microsoft Excel 2019 and will be able to better serve your company's data management needs.

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Advanced MS Word 2019

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If you create business documents like letters, brochures, or newsletters, you know that their quality is representative of your organization. To create professional-quality documents efficiently and effectively, you have to use advanced word processing functions. This online course will teach you how to use Microsoft Word 2019, the newest version of Microsoft's widely-used word processing software.

Through hands-on lessons and modules, you will learn how to use a number of shortcuts and time-saving techniques to create complex documents. By the end of the course, you will know how to create and organize tables, manipulate graphics, and merge spreadsheets, amongst other functions, to turn Word into a simple desktop publishing tool.

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If you want to learn touch-typing or improve your existing typing skills, this is the perfect course for you! In these lessons, you'll use the Keyboarding Pro 5 program, a typing tutorial designed for personal computers, to learn how to touch-type—that is, to type text you read from a printed page or a computer screen without looking at your keyboard.

With the skills you master here, you'll become faster and more confident at the keyboard. By the end of the course, you'll know how to touch-type the alphabetic, numeric, and symbol keys; create, save, and edit word processing documents; and successfully take a timed writing test during a job interview.

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Computer Skills for the Workplace

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This course is designed to provide the fundamental computer competencies you need to survive and prosper in today's fast-changing workplace. You will learn how to implement the powers of modern office software to work faster and more efficiently. This course will focus on practical application for software most common to the workplace. By the time you finish, you will have learned why employers consider technological literacy so critical to the success of any organization.

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Introduction to Microsoft Excel

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If you want to learn the 2019 version of Microsoft Excel, this course will introduce you to the program's basic functions and uses. Through hands-on lessons, you will learn numerous shortcuts to quickly and efficiently set up worksheets. You will also learn how to use the function wizard to calculate statistics, future values and more. In addition, you will get tips on sorting and analyzing data, creating three-dimensional workbooks and automating frequently-repeated tasks with macros and buttons. By the time you're done, you will know how to use this vital Office 2019 tool.

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Microsoft Office 2019 Value Suite

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Each course within the Microsoft Office 2019 Value Suite will introduce you to the basic features and functionality of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint 2019.

Suite bundles are not eligible for partial drops or refunds. Transfers to other open sessions of the same course are available. Please refer to your school for additional details regarding drops, transfers, and refunds on Suite bundles.

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Introduction to Python 3 Programming

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Create foundational programming structures with Python. This course will provide the fundamentals of computer programming in Python 3 with topics that include basic decisions and loops, advanced data structures, object-oriented programming, and graphical user interfaces.

Whether you're interested in writing simple scripts, full programs, or graphical user interfaces, this course will give you the tools you need to use Python with skill and confidence.

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Introduction to Networking

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Learn to perform basic computer networking tasks such as DSL connectivity, configuring connections to an ISP and creating a private network. This course explains computer networking basics in easy-to-understand terms, using concepts common to everyday, non-computing experience.

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Introduction to PC Security

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Learn why you're at risk and what you can do to protect your precious personal and business data from the outside world. In this course, a security expert will teach you the fundamentals of PC and network security as you learn to install and configure a firewall to build an impenetrable moat around your computer or network.

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CompTIA A+ Training (Self-Paced)

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Online CompTIA A+ Training Course

Prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam

CompTIA's A+ certification is the top credential for associate-level IT professionals. This 100% online course will prepare you for CompTIA A+ certification exams 220-1001 and 220-1002. You’ll learn how to install and configure operating systems, expand IT security, troubleshoot software and other common operational procedures.

“I would recommend the CompTIA A+ course to someone in my position. If you need to get this type of IT information quickly all in one place and for a good price, the class is great for that,” David P.

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Job Outlook for CompTIA A+ Certified IT Professionals

According to PayScale.com, certified IT and computer support specialists can earn around $44,970 per year on average.

 Earning CompTIA A+ certification expands job opportunities for computer and IT support specialists because it focuses on knowledge that can be applied across computer systems and networks.

 The Bureau of Labor Statistics also lists "Computer Support Specialist" among its most promising career areas, expecting 10 percent annual growth in job opportunities over the coming decade.

CompTIA A+ FAQs

Why should I get a CompTIA A+ Certified?

The CompTIA A+ certification addresses performance-based topics and questions that prove you can think on your feet and solve systems, software and network problems in real-time.

Why does CompTIA A+ Certification matter for IT Support Specialists?

As the most respected associate-level IT certification in the industry, CompTIA A+ certification verifies that you have passed a standard that is supported by companies like Intel, Dell and HP.

What do IT/Computer Support Specialists do?

Support specialists install and support hardware, including computers, accessories, mobile devices and network equipment. They also monitor, maintain and troubleshoot hardware, networks, operating systems and applications.

Whick job titles is the CompTIA A+ Certification associated with?

Every organization creates its own job titles. CompTIA A+ certified professionals could work as a service desk analyst, technical support specialist, desktop support administrator, help desk technician or system support specialist.

Course Objectives

• Learn the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting processes for most devices.
• Be fully prepared to sit for the CompTIA 220-1001 and 220-1002 certification exams.

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Prerequisites and Requirements

• There are no prerequisites to take this course.
• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Curriculum

• COMPTIA A+ (220-1001)
• Introduction to the 220-1001 section of the CompTIA A+ exam

Hardware

Desktop and laptop assembly, motherboards, BIOS and Processors

Hardware Part II

Troubleshooting cooling and power issues, maintaining and install hard drives and storage

Networking

Common approaches to network connections, router setup, TCP/IP and local networking

Mobile and More

Mobile device security and virtualization

CompTIA A+ (220-1002)

Introduction to the 220-1002 section of the CompTIA A+ exam

Windows

Tools for installing and maintaining Windows interfaces, command lines and remote desktops

Troubleshooting

Solving problems with boot process, startup and re-installation

Security

Best practices for securing Windows from malicious software

Mac & Linux

Troubleshooting and maintaining MacOS and Linux operating systems

Instructors

David Grimes has more than 10 years of management and leadership experience in the private and non-profit sectors. Grimes is passionate about technology and education, having worked as academic dean, student services director, technology coordinator, teacher, consultant, and technology columnist. He holds a Master of Education and a Bachelor of Science from Ohio State University, both in Technology Education.

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• Start anytime with 6 months to complete.

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CompTIA A+ Training Boot Camp

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Online CompTIA A+ Training Course

Gain the skills and credentials to break into the high-demand field of information technology.

Prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam

Take your career to the next level with CompTIA's A+ certification, the top credential for associate-level information technology (IT) professionals. This 100% online course will prepare you for CompTIA A+ certification exams 220-1001 and 220-1002. You will learn how to install and configure operating systems, expand IT security, troubleshoot software, and other common operational procedures.

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 Job Outlook for CompTIA A+ Certified IT Professionals

Did you know that earning the CompTIA A+ certification can lead to career advancement, personal improvement, skills enhancement, and higher salaries? The A+ certification is a key benchmark for employers looking for the best and brightest technicians available. According to PayScale.com, certified IT and computer support specialists with the A+ certification can earn around $56,000 per year on average. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics also lists "Computer Support Specialist" among its most promising career areas, expecting 10% annual growth in job opportunities over the coming decade.

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  Don’t be afraid, beginners! This entry-level boot camp provides the most comprehensive approach to earning your CompTIA A+ certification.

This CompTIA A+ Boot Camp is an accelerated training that provides five days of in-depth instruction from an expert instructor. It is designed to teach you the skills required to become a successful computer technician. This training focuses on teaching basic software and hardware knowledge, like installation and configuration, to help you achieve one of the industry’s most influential certifications. You will learn a wide range of entry-level computer technician skills and leave fully prepared to pass your A+ certification exam.

The benefits of a live A+ boot camp include:

• Live, expert instruction: If you are new to IT and security, you will likely have a lot of questions. A live instructor may be able to get you over that initial hurdle much quicker than studying on your own.
• All-in-one package: This boot camp provides everything you need for success: instruction, exam vouchers, books, practice exams, hands-on labs, and 1-year access to all boot camp video replays and materials.
• Prepare to pass the A+ certification exam: The course includes the voucher to sit for the exam and prepares you with unlimited practice exam attempts.

Take the Online CompTIA A+ Live Boot Camp

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 CompTIA A+ FAQs

Why should I get CompTIA A+ Certified?

The CompTIA A+ certification addresses performance-based topics and questions that prove you can think on your feet and solve systems, software, and network problems in real-time. The A+ certification demonstrates you have experience with key technologies and, resultingly, provides a leg up over candidates who do not have it.

Why does CompTIA A+ Certification matter for IT Support Specialists?

As the most respected associate-level IT certification in the industry, CompTIA A+ certification verifies that you have passed a standard that is supported by companies like Intel, Dell, and HP. The broad, foundational skills it covers, and its introductory focus make it the most popular certification among entry-level IT job openings today, and it is an important building block for more advanced IT roles.

What do IT/Computer Support Specialists do?

Support specialists install and support hardware, including computers, accessories, mobile devices, and network equipment. They also monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware, networks, operating systems, and applications.

Which job titles is the CompTIA A+ Certification associated with?

Every organization creates its own job titles. CompTIA A+ certified professionals could work as a service desk analyst, technical support specialist, desktop support administrator, help desk technician, or system support specialist. A+ validates your skills across the core network and endpoint technologies that are required by today’s digital work-from-anywhere environment.

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CompTIA Network+ Training Boot Camp

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Certify your skills and knowledge in data management, analysis, and technologies! This boot camp provides the most comprehensive approach to earning CompTIA's Data+ certification.

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CompTIA Security+ Training Boot Camp

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The CompTIA Security+ Training Boot Camp teaches you information security theory and reinforces that theory with hands-on exercises to help you learn by doing. You will learn how to configure and operate many different technical security controls — and leave prepared to pass your Security+ exam.

This is an instructor-led 5-day online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Cybersecurity Boot Camp

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The Cybersecurity Master Boot Camp is an immersive and accelerated training course with a focus on creating the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

This is a self-paced 595-hour online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Access is granted for 6 months to complete. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Become a Cybersecurity Professional

Across nearly every industry, cybersecurity skills are in demand to ensure the secure handling of data online and protect it from attacks, amongst other essential duties.

This online Cybersecurity Boot Camp is designed to empower the next generation of cybersecurity professionals to tackle advanced and critical threats. No previous experience is needed—just your dedication and eagerness to learn. By the end of your boot camp, you will gain the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to succeed in IT security and earn today’s most sought-after certifications.

“This boot camp removed any doubts I had about my career choice as I was able to solidify that cybersecurity is what I wanted to do for a living. I am grateful to my teachers and the experience the course gave me.” – Samuel Webb.

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Job Outlook for Cybersecurity Professionals

The global market for cybersecurity professionals is expected to grow from $217 million in 2021 to $345 million in 2026, according to market research firm MarketsandMarkets, which means job opportunities are on the rise. The Cybersecurity Boot Camp will prepare you for in-demand job roles like cybersecurity analyst, cybersecurity engineer, penetration tester, vulnerability analyst, digital forensics analyst, and cybercrime investigator.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median yearly salary for information security analysts was $103,590 in 2020—with this profession expected to grow 33% from 2020 to 2030, which is much faster than the average for all occupations.

What You Will Learn

In our Cybersecurity Boot Camp, you will explore:

• Key concepts of popular communication protocols, the configuration of routers/switches, and TCP/IP implementation
• Fundamentals of data security and auditing
• How to identify, evaluate, and mitigate security risk
• How malicious hackers attack systems and tactics to thwart online attacks
• How disparate components connect to form complex networks
• The role played by cybersecurity analysts and the skills required

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How Boot Camps Work

• Six months of interactive, self-paced training that requires 15 to 25 hours a week to complete the curriculum
• Prepare to pass one of the following certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, CySa+, Pentest+, or EC-Council CEH
• Get ten 30-minute online coaching sessions with your instructor
• Complete multiple course projects and a final capstone to help you prepare a professional level portfolio to show prospective employers

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 FAQs About Cybersecurity Boot Camp

How will the training sessions be conducted?

Learning is entirely online and self-paced to suit your schedule. You’ll have access to interactive video lessons, labs for real-world practice, discussion boards to engage with peers, and live one-on-one coaching sessions with an industry expert instructor.

How many coaching sessions will there be?

You will have about five coaching sessions that the instructor might schedule for you. In these sessions, you can seek help from your coach for a topic you want assistance in.

Will there by any hands-on loabs during the course?

The Cybersecurity Boot Camp is not just about learning theory. We have designed practical exercises to teach students the concepts of different fundamentals. You will be required to perform those exercises in the class, and the results will be shared with you right away. This course will enable you to learn via exposure to a virtual lab environment, which will help you gain hands-on skills and a deeper understanding of the practical aspects of the course.

Does this course prepare for a certification?

Yes, this boot camp will prepare you to take the following exams:

• CompTIA A+
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA CySA+
• Certified Ethical Hacking
• CompTIA Pentest+

Will there be any projects in the course?

The students will be required to complete multiple projects based on topics they have been studying. Each project will be discussed during the mentoring sessions.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

If you are unable to complete the course, contact your student advisor to help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee will be charged. If you are funded through a third-party organization, approval may also be required.

What kind of support will I receive?

The course instructor will be available by email to answer any questions you may have and provide feedback on your performance. Occasionally, a team of industry experts may support your course. You will also be assigned a student advisor for academic support.

Registration and Enrollment

This course is a self-paced course that can be completed 100% online. Open enrollment means that you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

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Microsoft Excel Certification Training (Voucher Included)

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Microsoft Excel Certification Training

Become a Microsoft Office Specialist with Excel

Microsoft Excel sets the standard for spreadsheet and data use, respectively. Developing skills and experience with Excel allows you to work independently and solve problems. This 100% online course will teach you the skills you need to work with Excel. Upon successful completion, you will be prepared to take and pass the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert certification exam for Microsoft Excel. Enrollment includes optional voucher to cover exam fee.

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Job Outlook for Microsoft Office Specialist with Excel

• Business operations and office support positions are among the fastest-growing career areas in the current economy. From administrative assistants to specialists in business presentations and data analysis, many of today's most promising career areas involve expertise in Microsoft Excel.
• Among the Office and Administrative Support Occupations listed by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), those that require MOS skills offer the highest levels of pay and future opportunities. For example, Payroll and Time Keeping Clerks earn an average of $46,180 per year.
• According to PayScale.com, holders of the MOS certification earn an average of $54,000 per year. With skills in a specific domain such as legal or financial, the pay can increase to $67,000 or higher.

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What differntiates a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) from other Office users?

The process and knowledge involved with any MOS certification provides advanced knowledge in the operations and functions of the specific Office Suite product. MOS certificate holders are expected to understand and operate Microsoft Office products at a level of detail that exceeds that of an uncertified peer.

Is certification valuable for Microsoft Excel?

Microsoft reports that 86% of hiring managers prefer candidates with a relevant certification. Earning certification sets you apart as a serious professional who is committed to their work and personal development. It also indicates that you can undertake and complete a challenging course of study.

Do any jobs require MOS Certification?

Many jobs require certification in one or all of the Microsoft Office products. MOS certification may lead directly to job opportunities in training or computer support, for example. Administrative or data-related positions may require certification in Excel.

Is Microsoft Excel Certification good for remote career opportunities?

Because Excel involves data and spreadsheets, it is considered an excellent option for work from home or remote careers. According to ZipRecruiter.com, remote Excel jobs focus on using Microsoft Excel to enter and organize information and create visual representations of data.

Course Objectives

• To create, modify, and manage Excel workbooks
• To use formulas, functions and work with tables
• To use conditional formatting and styles
• To create pivot tables and charts
• To import and export data
• Become a certified Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Expert in Excel

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Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, you should be comfortable using a personal computer and be familiar with operating Windows Office software.  

Curriculum

1. Introduction to Microsoft Excel
2. Intermediate Microsoft Excel
3. Advanced Microsoft Excel
4. Microsoft Excel Final Exam

Instructors

Tracy Berry

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

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Substitute Teacher Certification

Term: 520253 CRN: 10073 Course Number: EDTC 1002.K07

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-805 Date: Apr 05-12, 2025 Days: S Time: 8am-2pm Instructor: M Reyna

Prepares you to become a Substitute Teacher. This position is available at school districts/charter schools. Topics include class room management, understanding lessons plans and following rules/protocols of the schools.

Certificate not valid at La Joya, Weslaco, Hidalgo ISDs, and PSJA school districts.

Este curso está disponible sólo en inglés. Si no tiene un nivel de inglés adecuado, corre el riesgo de reprobar el curso. Reprobar el curso significa que no obtendrá un certificado y no será eligible para un reembolso.

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Substitute Teacher Certification

Term: 520253 CRN: 10009 Course Number: EDTC 1002.K01

Location: Starr 1.116 Date: Mar 29 - Apr 05, 2025 Days: S Time: 8am-2pm Instructor: J. Rios

Prepares you to become a Substitute Teacher. This position is available at school districts/charter schools. Topics include class room management, understanding lessons plans and following rules/protocols of the schools.

Certificate not valid at La Joya, Weslaco, Hidalgo ISDs, and PSJA school districts.

Este curso está disponible sólo en inglés. Si no tiene un nivel de inglés adecuado, corre el riesgo de reprobar el curso. Reprobar el curso significa que no obtendrá un certificado y no será eligible para un reembolso.

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Substitute Teacher Certification

Term: 520253 CRN: 10031 Course Number: EDTC 1002.K01

Location: Online Web Date: Mar 08-15, 2025 Days: S Time: 8am-2pm Instructor: P Herrera

Prepares you to become a Substitute Teacher. This position is available at school districts/charter schools. Topics include class room management, understanding lessons plans and following rules/protocols of the schools.

Certificate not valid at La Joya, Weslaco, Hidalgo ISDs, and PSJA school districts.

Este curso está disponible sólo en inglés. Si no tiene un nivel de inglés adecuado, corre el riesgo de reprobar el curso. Reprobar el curso significa que no obtendrá un certificado y no será eligible para un reembolso.

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Substitute Teacher Certification

Term: 520253 CRN: 10032 Course Number: EDTC 1002.K02

Location: Online Web Date: Mar 29 - Apr 05, 2025 Days: S Time: 8am-2pm Instructor: P Herrera

Prepares you to become a Substitute Teacher. This position is available at school districts/charter schools. Topics include class room management, understanding lessons plans and following rules/protocols of the schools.

Certificate not valid at La Joya, Weslaco, Hidalgo ISDs, and PSJA school districts.

Este curso está disponible sólo en inglés. Si no tiene un nivel de inglés adecuado, corre el riesgo de reprobar el curso. Reprobar el curso significa que no obtendrá un certificado y no será eligible para un reembolso.

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Substitute Teacher Certification

Term: 520253 CRN: 10033 Course Number: EDTC 1002.K02

Location: Online Web Date: Apr 26 - May 03, 2025 Days: S Time: 8am-2pm Instructor: P Herrera

Prepares you to become a Substitute Teacher. This position is available at school districts/charter schools. Topics include class room management, understanding lessons plans and following rules/protocols of the schools.

Certificate not valid at La Joya, Weslaco, Hidalgo ISDs, and PSJA school districts.

Este curso está disponible sólo en inglés. Si no tiene un nivel de inglés adecuado, corre el riesgo de reprobar el curso. Reprobar el curso significa que no obtendrá un certificado y no será eligible para un reembolso.

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Substitute Teacher Certification

Term: 520253 CRN: 10034 Course Number: EDTC 1002.K04

Location: Online Web Date: May 10-17, 2025 Days: S Time: 8am-2pm Instructor: P Herrera

Prepares you to become a Substitute Teacher. This position is available at school districts/charter schools. Topics include class room management, understanding lessons plans and following rules/protocols of the schools.

Certificate not valid at La Joya, Weslaco, Hidalgo ISDs, and PSJA school districts.

Este curso está disponible sólo en inglés. Si no tiene un nivel de inglés adecuado, corre el riesgo de reprobar el curso. Reprobar el curso significa que no obtendrá un certificado y no será eligible para un reembolso.

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Substitute Teacher Certification

Term: 520253 CRN: 10074 Course Number: EDTC 1002.K08

Location: Starr D1-116 Date: Apr 26-27, 2025 Days: SU Time: 8am-2pm Instructor: J Rios

Prepares you to become a Substitute Teacher. This position is available at school districts/charter schools. Topics include class room management, understanding lessons plans and following rules/protocols of the schools.

Certificate not valid at La Joya, Weslaco, Hidalgo ISDs, and PSJA school districts.

Este curso está disponible sólo en inglés. Si no tiene un nivel de inglés adecuado, corre el riesgo de reprobar el curso. Reprobar el curso significa que no obtendrá un certificado y no será eligible para un reembolso.

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Child Development Associate – Center-Based

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CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE – CENTER-BASED

Online Child Development Training

Become a Child Development Associate (CDA)

Childcare development specialists play crucial roles in the education and development of many children. They are responsible to provide safe, nurturing environments, help children learn cognitive, emotional and physical skills and grow during their most formative years. This 100% online course prepares you for the Child Development Associate® (CDA) certification process via the Council for Professional Recognition. Upon successful completion, you will be ready to earn your early childhood education certification.

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Job Outlook for Child Development Associate - Center-Based

• The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) forecasts 8% growth for Childcare Workers between now and 2030, like the expected growth rates for all jobs. The BLS expects demand for early childhood education to remain strong due to its influence on a child's intellectual and emotional development.
• According to PayScale.com, childcare professionals with CDA certification earn $35,000 per year, on average. The site also notes that 80% of CDA's report that they are "very happy" with their profession.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE – CENTER-BASED FAQs

What is a Child Development Associate (CDA)?

The CDA is considered the most widely known and valued credential for early childhood development professionals. It provides a rigorous and proven framework for a child's personal, intellectual and social growth. CDA-certified professionals demonstrate abilities:

• To establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
• To advance physical and intellectual competence.
• To support social and emotional development and to provide positive guidance.
• To establish positive and productive relationships with families.
• To ensure a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participant needs.
• To maintain a commitment to professionalism.

Is the CDA Certification important for a Child Development Professional?

Education professionals are responsible to regulators, parents and the public for the quality and safety of the environments they create. The CDA signals to potential employers and the education community that you are a professional dedicated to the highest standards in child development.

Where do Child Development Associates work?

Providing a safe, healthy environment is among the highest priorities for excellent childcare. The CDA prepares you specifically to work within the structure of a childcare center. This course includes the procedures and materials required to prepare for a CDA-required site visit.

Course Objectives

• Evaluate and make recommendations for modifications of regulations regarding children's health, safety, and learning environments
• Identify typical stages of cognitive, linguistic, physical, social, and emotional development
• Develop a list of developmentally appropriate activities and materials that encourage physical, linguistic, cognitive, creative, social, and emotional development in children from birth to age five
• Implement appropriate guidance techniques for specific situations relating to children's behaviors
• Demonstrate skills in practical application of developmental principles and theories, observation techniques, and recognition of growth and development patterns
• Apply the competency statements into practice in an early childhood setting
• Prepare to become a certified child development associate professional

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Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Certification Requirements:

To be eligible for the CDA certification:

• You must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED, or be a junior or senior in a high school career and technical program, and
• Complete 120 hours of formal early childhood technical education (this course meets CDA requirements)
• Complete a CDA professional portfolio (this course assists with portfolio preparation)
• Complete a CDA verification site visit where a PD Specialist observes you working with children
• Please Note: Within three years of submitting your application, you must also have 480 hours (about three weeks) of professional work experience at a center-based program with experience in all three age groups.
• For more information on the CDA requirements, please visit the CDA Council website.

Curriculum

1. Getting Started
2. How to Take This Course
3. Why Earn a Child Development Certification?
4. The Portfolio Introduction
5. Principles of Child Development and Learning
6. Planning a Safe and Healthy Learning Environment
7. Advancing Children's Physical and Intellectual Development
8. Supporting Children's Social and Emotional Development
9. Building Productive Relationships with Families
10. Managing an Effective Program
11. Observing and Recording Children's Behavior
12. Achieving High-Quality Care
13. Final Portfolio Review
14. CDA Prep and Taking Your Exam
15. Employability
16. Final Exam
17. Resources

Instructors

Kerri Welch

Kerri Welch has over 20 years of extensive experience in the field of early childhood education. More specifically, with the CDA credential, she previously served as an instructor and field supervisor at Duchess Community College in New York and as a PD Specialist for the CDA Council. She is currently teaching child development classes at Houston Community College.

 Kerri has successfully trained a diverse population of students by helping them advance in their careers in early childhood development through implementing a child-centered, developmentally appropriate curriculum that uses positive guidance techniques. She has a Master of Science in early childhood education with a focus on students with disabilities, a bachelor's degree in elementary education, and an associate degree in early childhood education.

 Kerri is on the advisory board of Informed Green Solutions, a national non-profit that has pioneered environmental education on green cleaning products for early childhood programs. She is extremely passionate about children's health, nutrition, and safety, especially regarding children with special needs.

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This course is open enrollment. You can enroll and begin at any time.

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Forklift

Term: 520252 CRN: 90299 Course Number: CNSE 1003.Y01

Location: Tech TBA Date: Feb 24-26, 2025 Days: MTW Time: 8:30am-12:30pm Instructor: E Hernandez

This course teaches students the information and training for forklift operators. Lessons include: forklift design, controls and instrumentation, comprehensive pre-use inspection, and forklift stability and factors affecting stability.

Includes hands-on training and demonstration of proficiency.

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AC Circuits

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A study of the fundamentals of alternating current including series and parallel AC circuits, phasors, capacitive and inductive networks, transformers and resonance.

• Operate test equipment; identify various sources of electricity in alternating (AC) circuits
• Analyze AC circuits using applicable mathematical formulas
• Troubleshoot various AC circuits using schematic diagrams

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Maintenance Technician

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Do you have a knack for tinkering and fixing things with your hands? Are you looking for a career where you can do what you love every day? This online course includes an intensive overview of the skills required for manufacturing maintenance, including the principles of power transfer and rigging safety as well as PLCs and robotics, and will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to begin a successful career.

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Alternating Current (AC) Circuits

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Fundamentals of alternating current.

• Apply safety techniques while working on various circuits and components
• Use test equipment
• Identify various sources of electricity in alternating current (AC) circuits
• Analyze AC circuits using applicable formulas

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Basic Electrical Theory

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Basic theory and practice of electrical circuits. Includes calculations as applied to alternating and direct current.

• Explain atomic structure and basic values such as voltage, current, resistance and power
• Determine electrical values for combination circuits in direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) containing resistance, inductance and capacitance
• Summarize the principles of magnetism
• Calculate voltage drop based on conductor length, type of material and size
• Utilize electrical measuring instruments

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ESL for Allied Healthcare: Phlebotomy

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: Self-Paced

This is an online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

Healthcare: Phlebotomist 

This course prepares learners for working as a phlebotomist or those who are training to work as one. Learners will grasp the vocabulary needed around the basic procedures, equipment, and safety measures required in phlebotomy.

By the end of this course, learners will:

• Understand the basic duties and role of a phlebotomist.

• Learn about procedures and equipment for drawing blood.

• Become familiar with common laboratory tests.

• Perform proper infection control and safety practices.

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ESL for Allied Healthcare: Introduction to Healthcare

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This is an online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

Allied Healthcare: Introduction to Healthcare

This course will provide an introduction to healthcare work in both primary and secondary care settings.

• Learn about different healthcare professions.
• Understand basic healthcare terminology
• Explore common interactions in healthcare environments between patients and healthcare workers.

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ESL for U.S. Citizenship: Preparing for the Civics Test

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: Self-Paced

This is an online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

U.S. Citizenship: Preparing for the Civics Test

In this course, you will encounter all of the questions that may appear on the civics test required for naturalization in the United States of America.

• Gain familiarity with all possible questions on the civics test for naturalization.
• Understand key elements of United States history.
• Identify relevant terms and names in U.S. law, government, and geography.

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ESL English for a Commercial Driver's License

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: Self-Paced

This is an online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

English for a Commercial Driver's License

In this course, learners will learn key vocabulary connected to learning how to drive a commercial vehicle. The course familiarizes learners with types of commercial vehicles, which CDL they need as well as vehicle inspection, transporting cargo and safe driving practices.

By the end of the course, learners will:

• Become familiar with commercial vehicles and their parts.

• Understand the responsibilities and duties of transporting cargo.

• Learn how to drive safely in all conditions and to adapt to difficult situations.

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ESL English for Food Handling

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: Self-Paced

This is an online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

English for Food Handlers

In this course, you will learn key words and phrases to prepare you for a career in food service. You will learn about food safety, and you will also learn how to communicate in a kitchen.

• Understand the basics of food safety.
• Understand a food handler's duties and responsibilities.
• Use common words and phrases to communicate in a kitchen.

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ESL English for Customer Service

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: Self-Paced

This is an online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

English for Customer Service

In this course, learners will receive an overview of industry best practices as well as real-life examples of customer service through specific channels, including telephone, email, live chat and social media. Overall learners will be able to:

• Apply Customer Service best practices.

• Understand customer complaints and reconcile issues.

• Communicate with clients about customer-service related topics.

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ESL English for Entrepreneurship

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: Self-Paced

This is an online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

English for Entrepreneurship

In this course, learners will explore the basics of how to start a business in the United States. Course participants will listen to advice from real entrepreneurs and access resources from the U.S. Small Business Administration and others on best practices for planning, building, marketing, managing, and growing a business. Overall, this course will help learners to build a thorough business plan, become familiar with sources of funding and explore marketing and business strategies to grow a business. By the end of the course, learners will gain a better understanding of:

• Planning a business

• Growing a business

• Marketing a business

• Managing a business

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ESL English for Manufacturing

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This is an online online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

English for Manufacturing

In this course, learners will explore various aspects of manufacturing, from safety and maintenance to equipment and industry news. Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to

• Describe typical manufacturing stages and equipment.

• Understand crucial manufacturing safety measures.

• Discuss industry trends and standards.

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ESL for Introduction to Welding

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: Self-Paced

This is an online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

Introduction to Welding

In this course, you will learn key vocabulary for a career in welding through lessons about welding equipment, safety, and basic welding techniques.

• Gain vocabulary about different types of welding processes and safety procedures.
• Identify different types of welding equipment and materials.
• Recognize common welding terms and drawings.

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ESL for TOEFL Preparation

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This is an online self-paced course for ESL students. Students will have access to the course for 2 months once registered. 

TOEFL Preparation

In this course, you will complete units on speaking, reading, listening and writing in order to be fully prepared for the TOEFL exam. You will see and hear real-life examples of test questions, and become familiar with common question types. By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Understand the structure and content of the TOEFL exam.

• Apply proven test preparation strategies to score higher.

• Recognize question types on reading, speaking, listening, and writing exams.

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Hi Advanced I

Term: 520253 CRN: 10052 Course Number: ESL 0253.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-705 Date: Mar 10 - Apr 21, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 9am-11am Instructor: M. Flores

This is a 40 hour course. In this level, students will focus on improving and enhancing effective business presentations. Includes advanced concepts of how to plan, organize, and present ideas and information for promotional or educational purposes. This level emphasizes on projects using visual aids, supplementary materials, and equipment. Student will require book for this level, one book covers all sections.

Financial aid is currently available to qualifying students. Students interested in financial aid need to apply online at www.studentaid.gov then request a referral by visiting the front office or emailing the request to cpwe@southtexascollege.edu. Please submit Student ID number or Date of birth with requests. 

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Passages II

Term: 520253 CRN: 10053 Course Number: ESL 0252.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1.705 Date: Mar 10 - Apr 21, 2025 Days: MTW Time: 6pm-8:30pm Instructor: F. Flores

This is the second part of our last level and this course is a 40-hour course. The course emphasizes using Standard English grammar in writing paragraphs and short compositions. Students work on developing effective simple, compound and complex sentences. Students write descriptions, narrations and paragraphs in which they give reasons for their opinions. They will then move on to short, multi-paragraph compositions. Student will require book for this level, one book covers all sections.

Financial aid is currently available to qualifying students. Students interested in financial aid need to apply online at www.studentaid.gov then request a referral by visiting the front office or emailing the request to cpwe@southtexascollege.edu. Please submit Student ID number or Date of birth with requests. 

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Conversation

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This is a speaking course using presentation techniques for presenting ideas and information to business and industry including the use of visual aids.

This course is for Advanced English Learners. Beginner Learners are not encouraged to take this course.

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GED Matemáticas

Term: 520253 CRN: 10038 Course Number: GED 1015.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Apr 28 - May 21, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 1pm-3pm Instructor: G Rondon

Este curso de 36 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Matematicas.

La ayuda financiera cubre $210 para aquellos que califiquen.

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GED Matemáticas

Term: 520253 CRN: 10054 Course Number: GED 1015.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Feb 24 - Apr 21, 2025 Days: MW Time: 4pm-6pm Instructor: C Varela

Este curso de 36 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Matematicas.

La ayuda financiera cubre $210 para aquellos que califiquen.

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GED Matemáticas

Term: 520252 CRN: 10055 Course Number: GED 1015.K02

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Feb 24 - Apr 21, 2025 Days: MW Time: 6pm-8pm Instructor: C Varela

Este curso de 36 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Matematicas.

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GED Ciencias

Term: 520253 CRN: 10036 Course Number: GED 1013.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Mar 03-24, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 1pm-3pm Instructor: G Rondon

Este curso de 18 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Ciencias.

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GED Ciencias

Term: 520254 CRN: 20005 Course Number: GED 1013.K02

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Jun 02-30, 2025 Days: MW Time: 4pm-6pm Instructor: C Varela

Este curso de 18 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Ciencias.

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GED Ciencias

Term: 520253 CRN: 20006 Course Number: GED 1013.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: May 19 - Jun 18, 2025 Days: MW Time: 6pm-8pm Instructor: C Varela

Este curso de 18 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Ciencias.

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GED Artes de Languaje

Term: 520253 CRN: 10037 Course Number: GED 1016.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Mar 31 - Apr 15, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 1pm-3pm Instructor: G Rondon

Este curso de 80 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Artes de Lenguaje

Ayuda financiera cubre $140 para aquellos que califiquen.

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GED Artes de Languaje

Term: 520254 CRN: 20003 Course Number: GED 1016.K02

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Jul 07 - Aug 06, 2025 Days: MW Time: 4pm-6pm Instructor: C Varela

Este curso de 80 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Artes de Lenguaje

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GED Artes de Languaje

Term: 520254 CRN: 20004 Course Number: GED 1016.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Jul 07 - Aug 06, 2025 Days: MW Time: 6pm-8pm Instructor: C Varela

Este curso de 80 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Artes de Lenguaje

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GED Estudios Sociales

Term: 520253 CRN: 10039 Course Number: GED 1014.K02

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Apr 28 - May 28, 2025 Days: MW Time: 4pm-6pm Instructor: C Varela

Este curso de 18 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Estudios Sociales

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GED Estudios Sociales

Term: 520253 CRN: 10041 Course Number: GED 1014.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Apr 14 - May 12, 2025 Days: MW Time: 6pm-8pm Instructor: C Varela

Este curso de 18 horas prepara a estudiantes para el exámene de GED Estudios Sociales

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GED Review

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This 40-hour course review assists students to prepare for the GED tests. All four subjects can be covered through the review session: mathematical reasoning, reasoning through language arts, social studies, science. Pre-Test and Post Test are administered.

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GED Social Studies

Term: 520253 CRN: 10024 Course Number: GED 1006.K04

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-703 Date: Mar 25 - May 27, 2025 Days: TR Time: 12:30pm-2:30pm Instructor: G Rodriguez

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GED Math

Term: 520252 CRN: 90129 Course Number: GED 1004.K04

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-705 Date: Feb 24 - Apr 16, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 1pm-3pm Instructor: M Cantu

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GED Math

Term: 520253 CRN: 10023 Course Number: GED 1004.K05

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-703 Date: Mar 24 - May 14, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 3:30pm-5:30pm Instructor: G Rodriguez

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GED Math

Term: 520253 CRN: 10010 Course Number: GED 1004.K01

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-804 Date: Mar 24 - Apr 30, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 10am-12:30pm Instructor: M Cantu

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GED Science

Term: 520253 CRN: 10063 Course Number: GED 1005.K03

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-703 Date: Mar 03 - Apr 02, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 9am-11am Instructor: G Rodriguez

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GED Science

Term: 520253 CRN: 10022 Course Number: GED 1005.K03

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-703 Date: Mar 24 - May 12, 2025 Days: MW Time: 12:30pm-2:30pm Instructor: G Rodriguez

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GED Science

Term: 520253 CRN: 10060 Course Number: GED 1005.K02

Location: Online WEB Date: Mar 11 - May 08, 2025 Days: TR Time: 6pm-8pm Instructor: T Salinas

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GED RLA

Term: 520253 CRN: 10022 Course Number: GED 1011.K02

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-703 Date: Mar 24 - Apr 23, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 9am-11am Instructor: G Rodriguez

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GED RLA

Term: 520253 CRN: 10059 Course Number: GED 1011.K02

Location: Pecan Plaza TBA Date: Mar 10 - May 14, 2025 Days: MW Time: 11am-1pm Instructor: T Salinas

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BLS/CPR

Term: 520252 CRN: 90261 Course Number: 1C3 8005.K06

Location: NAH TBA Date: Feb 21, 2025 Days: F Time: 8am-12pm Instructor: A Hernandez

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support courses are designed for EMS Personnel, firefighters and all medical professionals.  These courses teach students how to respond to a cardiac and respiratory arrest situation involving adults, infants and children outside of the hospital setting as well as inside of the hospital setting.  It also prepares them to work as a team with other medical professionals. Topics include CPR and choking lifesaving skills as recommended by the American Heart Association.

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BLS/CPR

Term: 520252 CRN: 90262 Course Number: 1C3 8005.K07

Location: NAH TBA Date: Feb 22, 2025 Days: S Time: 8am-12pm Instructor: A Hernandez

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support courses are designed for EMS Personnel, firefighters and all medical professionals.  These courses teach students how to respond to a cardiac and respiratory arrest situation involving adults, infants and children outside of the hospital setting as well as inside of the hospital setting.  It also prepares them to work as a team with other medical professionals. Topics include CPR and choking lifesaving skills as recommended by the American Heart Association.

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BLS/CPR

Term: 520253 CRN: 10070 Course Number: 1C3 8005.Y01

Location: NAH TBA Date: Mar 01, 2025 Days: S Time: 8:30am-12:30pm Instructor: J De Leon

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support courses are designed for EMS Personnel, firefighters and all medical professionals.  These courses teach students how to respond to a cardiac and respiratory arrest situation involving adults, infants and children outside of the hospital setting as well as inside of the hospital setting.  It also prepares them to work as a team with other medical professionals. Topics include CPR and choking lifesaving skills as recommended by the American Heart Association.

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Medication Aide Update

Term: 520253 CRN: 10044 Course Number: NURA 1041.X01

Location: NAH TBD Date: Mar 22, 2025 Days: S Time: 8am-4pm Instructor: G. Garza

Prepare you to obtain updated certification as a Medication Aide. Positions are available at Nursing Homes/Rehabilitation Centers. Topics include rules and regulations from the state and updated pharmacodynamics; medical abbreviations.

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Medication Aide Update

Term: 520253 CRN: 10045 Course Number: NURA 1041.X02

Location: NAH TBD Date: Apr 26, 2025 Days: S Time: 8am-4pm Instructor: G. Garza

Prepare you to obtain updated certification as a Medication Aide. Positions are available at Nursing Homes/Rehabilitation Centers. Topics include rules and regulations from the state and updated pharmacodynamics; medical abbreviations.

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Medication Aide Course

Term: 520252 CRN: 10029 Course Number: NURA 1041.X01

Location: NAH TBA Date: Feb 25 - Jun 05, 2025 Days: TRS Time: 5:30pm-9pm Instructor: J Hernandez

In this course students will recieve instruction in preparation and administration of designated medications by non-licensed nursing personnel employed in licensed health care agencies including the responsibilities associated with such administration.

If you would like to learn more about Medication Aide state requirements: Texas Health and Human Services-Med Aide FAQ

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Schedule will be Tuesday & Thursday from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm and Saturdays from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. 

Financial Aid is available for qualifying students. The amount granted in financial aid for this course is $735.00 in tuition coverage.

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Phlebotomy Lecture

Term: 520253 CRN: 10026 Course Number: PLAB 1023.X01

Location: Starr TBA Date: Feb 25 - May 20, 2025 Days: TR Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm Instructor: M. Sepulveda

Prepare you to become a Phlebotomist. Positions are available at labs, clinics, hospitals. Topics include skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and standard precautions.

Requirements for registration: 

• Must show Hepitiatus B vaccination
• Must have high school diploma or GED
• for all requirements see Course Information PDF

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Phlebotomy Lecture

Term: 520253 CRN: 10046 Course Number: PLAB 1023.X01

Location: NAH TBA Date: Feb 26 - May 25, 2025 Days: MW Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm Instructor: G Rodriguez

Prepare you to become a Phlebotomist. Positions are available at labs, clinics, hospitals. Topics include skill development in the performance of a variety of blood collection methods using proper techniques and standard precautions.

Requirements for registration: 

• Must show Hepitiatus B vaccination
• Must have high school diploma or GED
• for all requirements see Course Information PDF

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Medical Billing and Coding (Voucher Included)

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Online Medical Billing and Coding Training

Become a Certified Medical Billing and Coding Specialist

Medical billing and coding is a rising star in the healthcare field today. This 100% online course will prepare you to start a career in this high-demand occupation and earn the medical billing and coding professional certification that best aligns with your interest and career goals. You’ll learn how to use the Healthcare Common procedure Coding System (HCPCS) and the CPT Category II and ICD-10 codes. Additionally, you’ll gain hands-on practice using medical billing and coding software. Upon course completion, you’ll receive a voucher for the certification exam of your choice: CPC, CCA or CBCS.

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Job Outlook for Medical Billing and Coding Specialists

• According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), medical billing and coding specialists earn an average annual salary of $40,350 and work in one of the fastest growing professions.
• The BLS also estimates that at least 27,000 new jobs will be needed in this profession by 2026.

Medical Billing and Coding FAQs

What does a medical biller and coder do?

Medical Billers and Coders are responsible for processing patient data including medical records and related insurance. In this position, you will code a patient's diagnosis and then request payment from the patient's insurance company. You will play an important role in ensuring that healthcare providers are quickly and accurately paid for the treatment they give patients.

Is there a difference between a Medical Billing and a Medical Coding?

Yes. Medical coders translate patient care into current procedural terminology (CPT) codes. Their primary responsibility is to ensure that the medical services provided are accurately coded. Medical billers are responsible for creating a claim based on the codes a medical coder provides. Many professionals in this area do both medical billing and medical coding.

What are the requirements for a Medical Billing and Coding career?

Entry-level positions typically require completion of a certificate and passing one of the certification exams or an associate degree program in medical billing and coding. Additionally, medical billing and coding professionals must understand the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

How long does it take to become a Medical Biller and Coder?

In most cases, it takes between one and three years to become a medical biller and coder. Earning a medical billing and coding certification can take up to one year, while earning an associate degree can take up to three years.

What is the difference between certification Exams (CPC, CCA, AND CBCS)?

Obtaining a CPC, CCA, or CBCS certification implies that an individual has met competencies in the field of medical billing and coding. Certification is invaluable to the student's career goals. Students have an opportunity to make confident, informed decisions about the national certification they prefer.

The Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam is offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). It is the gold standard entry-level coding certification for physician, or professional fee, coders. 

The Certified Coding Associate (CCA) is offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). It is an entry-level medical coding certification across all settings--physician practices and inpatient hospital. 

The Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) is offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and is currently an entry-level medical billing certification for physician practices. In the summer of 2021, the exam will transition to an entry-level billing and coding certification, with the inclusion of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II testing.

Is medical billing and coding a good career?

U.S. News & World Report ranked medical records technician (professionals that perform medical billing, medical coding or both) as #9 on its list of “25 Best Jobs that Don’t Require a College Degree," #12 in “Best Health Care Support Jobs” and on the “The 100 Best Jobs” list.

Course Objectives

• Be fully prepared to pass one of the following professional certifications that best aligns with your interest and career goals:
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) exam offered by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) 
  • Certified Coding Associate (CCA) exam offered by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
  • Certified Billing and Coding Specialist (CBCS) exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Learn how the CPT Category II codes and ICD-10 codes work and how to assign them in common medical billing and coding procedures
• Gain hands-on billing experience with medical billing and coding software
• Externship Starter Kit to help you gain valuable experience in the field
• Medical Biller standalone option for those who aren’t interested in Medical Coding

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Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Curriculum

1. Medical Terminology
2. Introduction to Medical Terminology
3. The Musculoskeletal System
4. The Cardiovascular System
5. The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
6. The Respiratory System
7. The Digestive System
8. The Urinary System
9. The Nervous System
10. The Special Senses the Eyes and Ears
11. The Integumentary System
12. The Endocrine System
13. The Reproductive System
14. Diagnostic Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, Pharmacology
15. Medical Billing and Coding
16. Introduction to Medical Billing and Coding
17. Introduction to Health Insurance
18. Managed Healthcare
19. Revenue Cycle Management
20. Legal Aspects of Health Insurance and Reimbursement
21. ICD-10-CM Coding 
22. CPT Coding
23. HCPCS Level II Coding
24. ICD-10-PCS Coding
25. Pharmacology for Coders
26. Midterm
27. Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI)
28. Insurance Claims
29. Commercial Insurance
30. Blue Cross Blue Shield
31. Medicare
32. Medicaid, CHIP, TRICARE, Workers’ Compensation
33. Certification
34. How to Find a Job in Medical Billing and Coding
35. Final

Instructors

Nancy Smith

Nancy Smith has over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Her clinical experience includes working as a medical assistant for a network of rural health clinics, and as a medical coder, insurance claims specialist, and medical records auditor. Nancy holds a bachelor's degree in vocational education and has developed and taught medical assistant programs.

LaTisha Cottingham

LaTisha Cottingham has over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. She has six years of teaching experience in the field of medical billing and coding and Medical Assisting. Currently she is employed as an HIM Analyst for a long-term care establishment that is based out of Alabama.

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Veterinary Assistant

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Online Veterinary Assistant Training

Become a Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary assistants take charge of making sure office visits and procedures go smoothly for animals under veterinary care. Our 100% online course will train you to become a veterinary assistant, so you can turn your love of animals into a rewarding career.

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Job Outlook for Veterinary Assistant

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary of a veterinary assistant is currently just over $26,000 per year.

Jobs are expected to increase by 19% through 2026, which is considered much faster than average positions. There should be plenty of job opportunities for veterinary assistants regardless of location.

Veterinary Assistant FAQs

What does a Veterinary Assistant do?

The number one job of a veterinary assistant is to support the veterinarian as well as veterinarian technicians with basic tasks. Veterinary assistants typically feed, weigh, bathe and take the temperature of animals. They may also help give medication, clean cages and help restrain animals during treatment or other medical procedures as needed.

Do Veterinary Assistants handle administrative duties?

Some veterinary assistants perform clerical work such as scheduling appointments and speaking with customers. As a vet assistant, you may handle many of the logistical and operating duties, such as check-in, billing and after visit care. Duties will vary depending on the office you work in, but every task is to ensure the health and well-being of animals inside the veterinary practice. 

What's the difference between a veterinary Assistant and Veterinary Technician?

Veterinary assistants are typically training through a certificate program to help with basic duties. Veterinary technicians, on the other hand, have a formal education and work as the nurse of a veterinarian. Veterinary technicians need two-year associate degrees accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). 

Can I go from a Veterinary Assistant to a Veterinary Technician?

Yes. If you pursue additional education and licensing, you could become a veterinary technician. Working as a vet assistant is a great first step to understanding the industry, different specialties and advanced duties required to work as a vet technician.

Course Objective

• Anatomy and physiology of the major organ systems
• Handling medical records and communicate with clients and coworkers
• Restraining animals for procedures, take vital signs, and bathe them
• Nutrition, vaccinations and administering medication
• Preparing prescriptions, taking blood samples and radiographs

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Curriculum

1. Getting Started
2. Welcome to the Veterinary Hospital
3. Getting ready for your First Visit
4. Physiology and Anatomy 1: Directional Signs and the Skeletal System
5. Physiology and Anatomy 2: The Nervous System, Endocrine System, and Muscles and Joints
6. Physiology and Anatomy 3: The Circulatory and Respiratory Systems
7. Physiology and Anatomy 4: The Digestive System, Urogenital System, Liver, and Spleen
8. Front Office Duties: Records, Confidentiality and Client Relations
9. More Front Office Tips, and Determining Age and Gender of Kittens and Puppies
10. Canine Restraint
11. Feline and Exotic Restraint
12. The Physical Examination: Procedures, Restraint, and Vital Signs
13. Everyday Procedures for the Veterinary Assistant
14. Workplace Hazards and Infection Control
15. The Reproductive Cycle and Sterilization Procedures
16. Vaccinology
17. Nutrition Basics and Prescription Foods
18. Prescriptions: Preparing and Calculating Doses
19. Prescriptions: Types of Medications and What they do
20. Giving Medications
21. The Euthanasia Process
22. Taking Blood Samples
23. Interpreting Blood Tests and Handling Blood
24. Urine Collection, Handling and Interpretation
25. Tests: Serology, Scrapings, Smears, Flotations, and Necropsies
26. Radiographs and Personal Safety
27. Radiographic Positioning
28. Pain Recognition and Emergency Care
29. Dentistry: Charting, Tooth Disease, and Dental Care
30. External Parasites: Fleas, Ticks, Mites, and More
31. Parasites of the Gastrointestinal tract and Heart
32. Poisonings in Pets
33. Surgery 1: Preparing the Patient
34. Surgery 2: Your Role During and After
35. Understanding Animal Behavior
36. The Job Search and Future Opportunities

Instructor

Jeff Grognet

Jeff Grognet has been a companion animal veterinarian for 25 years. He was a pioneer in the field of veterinary assistant teaching, developing his first course more than 18 years ago. Due to the success of his veterinary receptionist/assistant courses, he expanded his teaching into other high-demand areas including pet first aid and alternative medical therapies for companion animals. He practices at a veterinary hospital and contributes regularly to several magazines. 

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Electrocardiography (EKG)

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Electrocardiography (EKG)

In this course, students will learn fundamentals of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology. Includes basic electrocardiography procedures, interpretation of basic dysrhythmias, and appropriate treatment modalities.

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Community Healthcare Worker pt 1-3

Term: 520253 CRN: 10057 Course Number: CHLT 1001.Y01

Location: NAH TBA Date: Mar 24 - Jul 28, 2025 Days: MTW Time: 5:30pm-12am Instructor: S. Cortina

A Community Health Worker serves as the link between the community and the health and social services available and makes those services more easily accessible to those who need them. This course aims to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to go out into the community and best serve their health needs. This course is 160 hours to complete.

There are 3 sections to this course. You will be registering for all 3 sections.

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HVAC/R Technician (Voucher Included)

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: M Baker

Online HVACR Training Course

Start Your Career in HVACR

HVACR is one of the most constant industries for new jobs, so there’s no better time to join. This course will prepare you for an entry-level role in the HVAC/R field. You’ll understand the basic requirements needed to earn a “work ready” certificate and start an apprenticeship.

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Job Outlook for HVACR Technicians

• According the Bureau of Labor Statistics the employment of HVAC/R technicians is expected to grow 13% during the next few years, which equals 46,300 new jobs.
• The BLS also states that the average salary for these developers is just under $49,000 per year with top earners making nearly $78,000.

HVACR Technician FAQs

What does an HVACR Technician do?

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) technicians, also called installers or mechanics, work on the systems that control the temperature, humidity, and quality of the air in our homes, workplaces, and all other types of buildings.

How do I become an HVACR Technician?

To become an HVACR technician, you will first have to work as an apprentice under a licensed technician for up to 2,000 hours. However, apprenticeships are competitive, so having formal training and a “work ready” certificate significantly improve your chances of success.

Does this course prepare me for Work-Ready certificates?

Yes. This HVACR Technician Certification course will prepare you for entry-level work ready certificates:

• HVAC Excellence “Employment Ready” Certificate
• NATE “Ready to Work” Certificate

Are Work-Ready certificates worth it?

Yes. For job seekers just entering the HVACR field, a work ready certificates show prospective employers that you have a fundamental understanding of HVACR systems, maintenance and troubleshooting.

Course Objectives

• Understand basic components of the vapor-compression and refrigeration cycles, functions and characteristics of system refrigerants, piping operations
• Learn proper installation and operation of HVAC systems
• Understand EPA laws related to safe handling and transport of refrigerants
• Proper recovery, recycling, and retrofitting of refrigerants

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Prerequisites and Requirements

This course is designed for students with little-to-no background in HVACR, so are no prerequisites to take this course. However, we recommend having a high school diploma or GED.

Curriculum

• Safety, Tools and Equipment, and Shop Practices
  • Learn general safety practices as well as how to care for and use all the tools you will come across on the job. 
• Automatic Controls
  • Understand automatic control components and applications including troubleshooting for basic through more advanced systems.  
• Electric Motors
  • Gain a full understanding of electric motors including types, applications, controls, and troubleshooting techniques.
•  Commercial Refrigeration
  • Learn the ins and outs of commercial refrigeration components including evaporators, condensers, compressors, expansion devices, ice machines, special applications and systems, and more  .
•  Air-Conditioning (Cooling)
  • Understand comfort and psychometrics, air distribution and balance, installation, energy auditing, common conditions, troubleshooting techniques, and more.
•  All-Weather Systems
  • Learn about the heat gains and losses that occur in various structures as well as detailed information on both air source and geothermal heat pumps.
•  Domestic Appliances
  • Get detailed information on domestic appliances including refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners.
•  Commercial Air-Conditioning and Chilled-Water Systems
  • Learn the ins and out of cooling towers, pumps, and chilled-water systems.
•  Simulation Challenge Mode - 1
  • Virtual, hands-on simulation of troubleshooting an HVACR system.
•  Simulation Challenge Mode - II
  • Hands-on virtual simulation of routing electricity to an HVACR system.

Instructor

Mike Baker has been an instructor since 2011. He was previously an HVAC Program Director at both Virginia College and Vista College. Baker was a HVAC technician for several decades and has experience hiring, training, and managing HVAC Technicians. He holds numerous HVAC Excellence certifications, several Green Mechanical Council certifications, an EPA 608 Universal certification, and Emerson Climate Technology certifications. He has served as both an HVAC Excellence Instructor and Exam Proctor.

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Advanced Air Conditioning Controls

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Theory and application of electrical control devices, electromechanical controls and/or pneumatic controls.

• Install and troubleshoot complex electrical control devices
• Control circuits; apply A/C control concepts
• Analyze the effects of smart energy networks and how they interface with HVAC control systems

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Advanced Electricity for HVAC

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Advanced electrical instruction and skill building in installation and servicing of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment including detailed instruction in motors and power distribution motors, motor controls and application of solid-state devices.

• Apply the principles and theory of power distribution
• Describe the theory, operation and protection of electric motors
• Identify the application of solid-state devices
• Troubleshoot electric motors and controls

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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Codes

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HVAC standards and concepts with emphasis on the understanding and documentation of the codes and regulations required for the state mechanical contractors license and local codes.

• Demonstrate the ability to locate and identify information in code books
• Demonstrate the ability to locate reference materials applicable to installation procedures governed by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

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CompTIA A+ Training Bootcamp

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: L Matthews, S Perrott, P Woodall

Online CompTIA A+ Training Course

Gain the skills and credentials to break into the high-demand field of information technology.

Prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam

Take your career to the next level with CompTIA's A+ certification, the top credential for associate-level information technology (IT) professionals. This 100% online course will prepare you for CompTIA A+ certification exams 220-1001 and 220-1002. You will learn how to install and configure operating systems, expand IT security, troubleshoot software, and other common operational procedures.

Job Outlook for CompTIA A+ Certified IT Professionals

Did you know that earning the CompTIA A+ certification can lead to career advancement, personal improvement, skills enhancement, and higher salaries? The A+ certification is a key benchmark for employers looking for the best and brightest technicians available. According to PayScale.com, certified IT and computer support specialists with the A+ certification can earn around $56,000 per year on average. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics also lists "Computer Support Specialist" among its most promising career areas, expecting 10% annual growth in job opportunities over the coming decade.

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Online CompTIA A+ Self-Paced Training Course
If you prefer a flexible learning format, the go-at-your-own-pace model can be a great option. This course consists of a structured outline to guide you through comprehensive, thorough training. Although not taught live, you can interact and correspond with a subject matter expert instructor and participate in a chat room of students taking the course at the same time as you.  

The benefits of self-paced A+ training include:

• Train when you want: Choose your start date and your training schedule, whether daily on your lunch break or cramming all weekend long. For further motivation, you can join a study group or connect with others preparing for the exam.
• Build an individual training plan: Avoid wasting time learning what you already know and getting tied to a group. Here, you can spend more time focused on the areas you need to learn most.
• Prepare at your own pace: With on-demand training, you can take your time preparing for your A+. You will have 6 months to complete the estimated 290 course hours.

Don’t be afraid, beginners! This entry-level boot camp provides the most comprehensive approach to earning your CompTIA A+ certification.

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  CompTIA A+ FAQs

Why should I get a CompTIA A+ Certified?

The CompTIA A+ certification addresses performance-based topics and questions that prove you can think on your feet and solve systems, software, and network problems in real-time. The A+ certification demonstrates you have experience with key technologies and, resultingly, provides a leg up over candidates who do not have it.

Why does CompTIA A+ Certification matter for IT Support Specialists?

As the most respected associate-level IT certification in the industry, CompTIA A+ certification verifies that you have passed a standard that is supported by companies like Intel, Dell, and HP. The broad, foundational skills it covers, and its introductory focus make it the most popular certification among entry-level IT job openings today, and it is an important building block for more advanced IT roles.

What do IT/Computer Supper Specialists do?

Support specialists install and support hardware, including computers, accessories, mobile devices, and network equipment. They also monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware, networks, operating systems, and applications.

Which Job Titles is the CompTIA A+ Certification Associated with?

Every organization creates its own job titles. CompTIA A+ certified professionals could work as a service desk analyst, technical support specialist, desktop support administrator, help desk technician, or system support specialist. A+ validates your skills across the core network and endpoint technologies that are required by today’s digital work-from-anywhere environment.

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Online CompTIA A+ Training Course

Gain the skills and credentials to break into the high-demand field of information technology.

Prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam

Take your career to the next level with CompTIA's A+ certification, the top credential for associate-level information technology (IT) professionals. This 100% online course will prepare you for CompTIA A+ certification exams 220-1001 and 220-1002. You will learn how to install and configure operating systems, expand IT security, troubleshoot software, and other common operational procedures.

Job Outlook for CompTIA A+ Certified IT Professionals

Did you know that earning the CompTIA A+ certification can lead to career advancement, personal improvement, skills enhancement, and higher salaries? The A+ certification is a key benchmark for employers looking for the best and brightest technicians available. According to PayScale.com, certified IT and computer support specialists with the A+ certification can earn around $56,000 per year on average. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics also lists "Computer Support Specialist" among its most promising career areas, expecting 10% annual growth in job opportunities over the coming decade.

  Enroll Now

Online CompTIA A+ Self-Paced Training Course
If you prefer a flexible learning format, the go-at-your-own-pace model can be a great option. This course consists of a structured outline to guide you through comprehensive, thorough training. Although not taught live, you can interact and correspond with a subject matter expert instructor and participate in a chat room of students taking the course at the same time as you.  

The benefits of self-paced A+ training include:

• Train when you want: Choose your start date and your training schedule, whether daily on your lunch break or cramming all weekend long. For further motivation, you can join a study group or connect with others preparing for the exam.
• Build an individual training plan: Avoid wasting time learning what you already know and getting tied to a group. Here, you can spend more time focused on the areas you need to learn most.
• Prepare at your own pace: With on-demand training, you can take your time preparing for your A+. You will have 6 months to complete the estimated 290 course hours.

Don’t be afraid, beginners! This entry-level boot camp provides the most comprehensive approach to earning your CompTIA A+ certification.

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  CompTIA A+ FAQs

Why should I get a CompTIA A+ Certified?

The CompTIA A+ certification addresses performance-based topics and questions that prove you can think on your feet and solve systems, software, and network problems in real-time. The A+ certification demonstrates you have experience with key technologies and, resultingly, provides a leg up over candidates who do not have it.

Why does CompTIA A+ Certification matter for IT Support Specialists?

As the most respected associate-level IT certification in the industry, CompTIA A+ certification verifies that you have passed a standard that is supported by companies like Intel, Dell, and HP. The broad, foundational skills it covers, and its introductory focus make it the most popular certification among entry-level IT job openings today, and it is an important building block for more advanced IT roles.

What do IT/Computer Supper Specialists do?

Support specialists install and support hardware, including computers, accessories, mobile devices, and network equipment. They also monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware, networks, operating systems, and applications.

Which Job Titles is the CompTIA A+ Certification Associated with?

Every organization creates its own job titles. CompTIA A+ certified professionals could work as a service desk analyst, technical support specialist, desktop support administrator, help desk technician, or system support specialist. A+ validates your skills across the core network and endpoint technologies that are required by today’s digital work-from-anywhere environment.

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CompTIA Network+ Training Boot Camp

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In this Boot Camp, you will learn how to configure, troubleshoot, and oversee networks! It provides the most comprehensive approach to earning your CompTIA Network+ certification, one of the most popular certifications an IT professional can attain.

This is an instructor-led 5 day online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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CompTIA Security+ Training Boot Camp

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The CompTIA Security+ Training Boot Camp teaches you information security theory and reinforces that theory with hands-on exercises to help you learn by doing. You will learn how to configure and operate many different technical security controls — and leave prepared to pass your Security+ exam.

This is an instructor-led 5 day online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Cybersecurity Boot Camp

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The Cybersecurity Master Boot Camp is an immersive and accelerated training course with a focus on creating the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

This is an instructor-led 5 day online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Speed Spanish

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Learn six easy recipes to glue Spanish words together into sentences, and you'll be engaging in conversational Spanish in no time.

This is an instructor-led 6-week online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Speed Spanish Series

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Learn to speak, read, and write Spanish with three courses in this series designed to give you powerful yet easy recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. Get plenty of opportunities to practice your new skills as you master the ability to converse with others in Spanish confidently.

This is an instructor-led, 72-hour online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Discover Sign Language

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: E. Trimble

This course offers an immersive experience in silence, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding of the perspective of the Deaf community and build your confidence in signing. Through video demonstrations, you will learn not only how to make signs but also how to communicate with facial expressions effectively. By taking this course, you can develop your skills and enhance your ability to communicate with the hard of hearing community.

This is an instructor-led 6-week course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Beginning Conversational French

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: S. Hardin

Prepare for your next trip to France by mastering the basics of conversational French. This course will provide you with proper pronunciation of French words that you'll use in your travels as well as cultural tips including appropriate gestures and body language.

This is an instructor-led 6-week course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Conversational Japanese

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Prepare for your next trip to Japan by learning the basics of conversational Japanese. This course will provide you with useful words and phrases for conversing as you master the essentials of the Japanese language.

This is an instructor-led 6-week course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Instant Italian

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: R Bertoldi

Learn to express yourself comfortably in Italian. You'll be surprised how quickly and easily you are able to learn Italian in this course, which provides knowledge of practical, everyday words and phrases you are likely to hear if you vacation in Italy.

This is an instructor-led 24-week course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Building Maintenance I

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Basic principles of residential and commercial maintenance and repair. Emphasis on safety, materials and tools.

• Identify and demonstrate use of measuring devices
• Explain safety procedures for building maintenance
• Identify and use hand and power tools
• Summarize building maintenance functions
• List materials used in building maintenance

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Building Maintenance II

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Continuation of Building Maintenance I with emphasis on the operational aspects of maintaining and repairing facilities.

• Use hand and power tools associated with building maintenance
• Select and use materials associated with building maintenance
• Use precise measuring devices for facility operation
• Summarize system operations associated with facility operations

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Building Maintenance Skills

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Basic electrical, plumbing and carpentry skills required to identify and correct minor problems in building maintenance.

• Demonstrate electrical, plumbing and carpentry skills required to identify and correct minor problems in building maintenance
• Identify and demonstrate use of measuring devices
• Explain safety procedures for building maintenance
• Identify proper use of hand and power tools used in building maintenance
• Summarize building maintenance functions
• List materials utilized in building maintenance

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Project Management Fundamentals

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: T. Swaim

Master the essentials of project management with an experienced Project Management Professional as your guide. This course provides the concepts you need to plan, implement, control and close any type of project.

This is an instructor-led 6-week online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Fundamentals of Supervision and Management

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Become a more effective manager by learning the language of business management. This course provides skills in managing time, delegating responsibility, motivating your employees, solving problems and resolving conflicts so you can accomplish your job more effectively.

This is an instructor-led 6-week online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Project Management Professional (PMP) Prep Series

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PMP Certification Prep 1

This course, the first part of a two-course series, will demystify the PMBOK® Guide, including relationships between inputs, tools and techniques and outputs. The course will also bring clarity to such topics as precedence diagramming, estimating and scope management.

PMP Certification Prep 2

In this, the second part of our two-part certification preparation series, your instructor will continue to demystify the PMBOK® Guide, including relationships between inputs, tools, techniques and outputs. You'll also gain a strong understanding of such topics as earned value management, risk management, simulation, sensitivity analysis and make-or-buy analysis. In addition to learning about the PMBOK® Guide, you'll gain insight into PMI®'s code of professional responsibility and discover powerful techniques you can use to continue preparing for the PMP® exam after this course is over.

Series bundles are not eligible for partial drops or refunds. Transfers to other open sessions of the same course are available. Please refer to your school for additional details regarding drops, transfers and refunds on Series bundles.

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Supervision and Management Series

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This series includes the Fundamentals of Supervision and Management I and II courses.

This is an instructor-led 48 hour course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Project Management Fundamentals Series

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This series includes Project Management Fundamentals and Project Management Fundamentals II.

Project Management Fundamentals and its followup (Project Management Applications) also include essential information that will help you prepare for the Project Management Professional (PMP)® and the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) exams offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI)®. Certification Magazine recently identified PMP certification as "the highest-paying certification" of the year.

This is an instructor-led 48 hour online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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The Complete Project Manager Prep

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COMPLETE PROJECT MANAGER WITH CAPM AND PMP PREP

Online Project Management Training

Project Management Certification Preparation

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) and the Project Management Professional (PMP®) are the leading credentials for project managers across a variety of industries. This 100% online course will teach you fundamentals of the project management based on the Project Management Institute's (PMI) A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide®). By course completion, you will be fully prepared for the CAPM and PMP certifications exams and be well versed in the concepts and procedures of professional project management.

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Job Outlook for Project Managers

According to a study of the job markets in 11 countries by the Anderson Economic Group (AEG), worldwide demand for project managers is expected to grow by 33% by 2027. That translates to a need for up to 22 million new project management professionals.

Many organizations expect a significant shortage of project management talent for the same time period. The automotive healthcare, infrastructure development, and green technologies industries may experience especially acute talent gaps.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), project coordinators and managers earn an average of $67,280 per year. Project managers with specialized technical skills command salaries in excess of $100,000 per year, according to the PMI.

Project Management FAQs

What does Project Management involve?

Generally, a "project" is a sequence of activities that results in a specific outcome, achievement or commodity. Project managers organize, launch and manage the people, processes, and resources that combine to create successful projects. Project managers may oversee the development of new or refreshed products, processes, or business centers.

Is certification necessary for a Project Management career?

Certification designates a project manager as a dedicated professional who has undertaken a disciplined course of study and approaches their work in an organized and efficient manner. Data from the Project Management Institute indicates that holders of its PMP® designation earn on average $10,000 per year more than their non-certified counterparts.

What are the best certifications for Project Managers?

The Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM®) and the Project Management Professional (PMP®) from the PMI are considered the premiere qualifications for project management professionals.

What are the leading industries for Project Managment careers?

Although nearly every industry needs project managers, technology, construction, manufacturing, professional services, energy, and healthcare are especially strong sectors for project management careers.

Course Objectives

Project Management Essentials with CAPM® Prep

• Understand the foundations of project management
• Learn to execute a project from start to finish
• Apprehend common project management processes and terminology
• Create project-driven budgets and timelines
• Predict and prevent risks
• Follow concepts from The Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide)
• Prepare to meet or exceed the educational prerequisites for the CAPM certification

Mastering Project Management with PMP® Prep

• Learn advanced project management concepts and definitions
• Understand project selection and proposal processes
• Know how to evaluate projects and take appropriate next steps
• Know how to select, plan, execute, control and complete projects
• Prepare to take and pass the Project Management Institute PMP® certification exam

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Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no specific prerequisites for taking this course.

Curriculum

Project Management Essentials with CAPM® Prep

• Project Management Essentials
• Project Management Foundation
• Project Integration Management
• Project Scope Management
• Project Time Management
• Determining/Managing Project Costs
• Project Quality Management
• Project Human Resources Management
• Project Communications Management
• Project Risk Management
• Project Procurement Management
• Project Stakeholder Management
• Final Exam

Mastering Project Management with PMP® Prep

• Introduction
• Project Justification
• Project Strategy
• Project Definition
• Activity Definition
• Activity Estimating
• Quality
• Estimating Resources
• Schedule Development
• Procurement Planning
• Risk Management
• Budgeting & Baseline
• Understanding Stakeholders
• Begin Project Execution
• Statusing & Forecasting
• Project Recovery
• Project & Phase Closing
• Overview of PMP Exam

Instructors

Nikki Choyce

Nikki Choyce, PMP has been involved in the project management field for almost 20 years and has worked as a consultant and trainer for much of that time. She is a Project Management Professional (PMP) and very active in the project management community. She has worked in a variety of industries, including Information Technology, Insurance, Manufacturing, Marketing, Aerospace, Construction, and Telecommunications. She has worked with Microsoft Project for over 10 years.

Erica Kirwan

Erica Kirwan has more than 15 years of experience in process and project management. Previously, Kirwan served as Senior Project Manager for a Fortune 200 financial services company. She earned an Advanced Project Management Certification from Stanford University. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems and a Master of Public Administration.

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Photography Suite

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: B. Richards Schulz

Learn the art of taking a great photo. In this series, you will not only learn how to decide which is the best type of equipment to use, but you will also master the use of your DSLR camera as you learn how the technology can help you take beautiful portraits and action shots of people. You will get a crash course in all the features and controls on your camera that can be used to elevate your photos and learn photo editing techniques for professional-looking images. By the end of this series, you'll be well on your way to becoming a skilled photographer.

This is an instructor-led 72 hour course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Secrets of Better Photography

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Learn to take outstanding photos and get the best results whether you are using a DSLR, a point-and-shoot, or your phone camera. Each lesson contains exercises and assignments that will help you apply new techniques to your own camera and make a distinctive difference in your photos.

This is an instructor-led 24 hour course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Discover Digital Photography

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Gain the skills you need to take great photos with your digital camera and never miss a memorable moment again. This course is an informative introduction to digital photography, from DSLRs to smart phone cameras.

This is an instructor-led 24 hour course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Photographing People With Your Digital Camera

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: C. Simmons

Become a skilled photographer when it comes to taking beautiful pictures of adults, children, or babies. This course will help you discover the best way to shoot faces, fix common close-up problems, and use digital photo editing techniques to retouch your photos.

This is an instructor-led 24 hour course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Photographing Nature With Your Digital Camera

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Discover how your nature photos can become works of art rather than just snapshots. This course will help you explore composition and lighting as you master your digital camera's controls and features to take exceptional nature photos in no time.

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Phlebotomy Lecture

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This 132-hour course prepares students to become certified phlebotomists. Students will learn the skills needed for a job as a phlebotomist including blood collection methods through the use of proper techniques and safety precautions.

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Intro to Welding

Term: 520253 CRN: 10071 Course Number: WLDG 1000.Y01

Location: Ballew TBA Date: Mar 24 - May 21, 2025 Days: MW Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm Instructor: J Guerra

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Truck Driver Training

Term: 520253 CRN: 10050 Course Number:

Location: Ballew TBA Date: Mar 24 - Jun 24, 2025 Days: MTWR Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm Instructor: TBA

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5S Workplace Organization

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With the 5S’s: Workplace Organization online training course, employees will learn the fundamental concepts of the 5S’s that will improve quality and productivity. The training includes step-by-step guidelines for achieving the 5S’s as well as a roadmap to implement the 5S’s throughout the entire organization. Many examples of 5S success stories are included throughout the training.

• Understand each of the five S’s and how each “S” builds upon the previous “S”
• Apply the 5S’s to their work area
• Develop (or participate in the development of) a 5S Implementation Roadmap

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7 Basic Tools of Quality

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Organized problem-solving efforts utilize a variety of quality tools for problem analysis. The 7 QC Tools are scientific management tools, which are basic and easy to understand. They form the fundamental and critical foundation for all problem solving and quality control activities.

• Use and recognize the power in each of the 7 QC Tools
• Construct the tools (manually and fast paced by using computer spreadsheet software)
• Solve problems effectively using a step-by-step process
• Interpret and make accurate business decisions using the correct tools
• Experience the Quality Control Circle (QCC) way of presenting an improvement business project to a targeted audience
• Experience the team dynamics in solving problems
• Use the MS Excel working templates to solve problem back in their workplace

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8D Methodology

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8D Problem-Solving Training teaches participants how to solve problems in a team setting using the 8D (8Discipline) problem-solving method. Each of the eight steps is presented and explained in detail.

• Understand and use the 8D Problem-Solving process to solve problems
• Work on and contribute to a problem-solving team
• Apply the appropriate problem-solving tools throughout the 8D problem-solving process

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Law of Contracts

Term: 520253 CRN: 10011 Course Number: RELE 1012.Y01

Location: Online Live Web Lecture Date: Mar 08-16, 2025 Days: SU Time: 8:30am-5pm Instructor: J. Brown

Prepares you for a job as a real estate agent. This is one of six courses required by the Texas Real Estate Commission to be able to sit for the state licensing exam. Topics include contracts for VA, FHA, conventional and owner financed; term contract; the essential elements of a valid contract; the difference between VA, FHA and conventional contracts; remedies for breach of contract; and how a contract may be terminated.

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Finance

Term: 520253 CRN: 10013 Course Number: RELE 1020.Y02

Location: Online Live Web Lecture Date: Mar 29 - Apr 06, 2025 Days: SU Time: 8:30am-5pm Instructor: J Brown

Prepares you for a job as a real estate agent. This is one of six courses required by the Texas Real Estate Commission to be able to sit for the state licensing exam. Topics include monetary systems, primary and secondary money markets, sources of mortgage loans, federal government programs, loan applications, processes and procedures, closing costs, alternative financial instruments, equal credit opportunity laws affecting mortgage lending, Community Reinvestment Act and the state housing agency.

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Finance

Term: 520253 CRN: 10014 Course Number: RELE 1020.Y02

Location: Pecan Plaza 1-904 Date: Mar 04-27, 2025 Days: TWR Time: 6pm-10pm Instructor: ML Henry

Prepares you for a job as a real estate agent. This is one of six courses required by the Texas Real Estate Commission to be able to sit for the state licensing exam. Topics include monetary systems, primary and secondary money markets, sources of mortgage loans, federal government programs, loan applications, processes and procedures, closing costs, alternative financial instruments, equal credit opportunity laws affecting mortgage lending, Community Reinvestment Act and the state housing agency.

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Accident Prevention, Inspection and Investigation

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Provides a basis for understanding the nature of occupational hazard recognition, accident prevention, loss reduction, inspection techniques and accident investigation analysis.

• Describe the components of an effective accident investigation
• Analyze factors which contributed to accidents
• Recommend appropriate changes to prevent further accidents
• Explain the components of an effective safety inspection and make appropriate recommendations to correct hazards identified by the inspection

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Basic Safety and Health

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Basic concepts of safety and health.

• Identify common hazards and corrective actions in the workplace
• Incorporate job safety analysis (JSA)
• Incorporate appropriate training

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Basic Safety Communications

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Establish basic safety skills for workplace.

• Follow safety instructions and procedures
• Recognize signs and labels
• Report unsafe working conditions and accidents

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OSHA 10 General Industry

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The 10-hour General Industry Training program is intended to provide an entry level worker’s general awareness on recognizing and preventing hazards in a general industry setting.

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•  Identify the OSHA regulations which apply to general industry
• Demonstrate proficiency in retrieving specific information from Title 29 C.F.R. Part 1910 regulations
• Discuss safety and health programs

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OSHA Certification

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OSHA 10 Certification

The 10-hour General Industry Training program is intended to provide an entry level worker’s general awareness on recognizing and preventing hazards in a general industry setting.

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Certificate in Meditation

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Location: Online Date: Days: Time: Instructor: C. Koopsen

Learn how to intentionally train your attention and concentration for effective meditation. In addition to meditation techniques, this course will also help you discover how meditation can be used to increase mindfulness, reduce stress, deal with pain and illness, and support overall health.

This is an instructor-led 8-hour online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Certificate in Stress Management

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Understand strategies and therapies used to reduce and manage stress. This course will help you explore the physiological, social and psychological impacts of stress and provide you with methods to get stress under control.

This is an instructor-led 14-hour online course. Lessons are available to view at your convenience. Click the “Register” button below for additional course details.

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Certified Professional Life Coach

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COURSE: CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL LIFE COACH

Become a Certified Life Coach

Life coaches provide expert guidance to help their clients establish and meet important goals. This 100% course will train you to work as a life coach and teach you how to launch your own coaching practice. You’ll learn the Core Competencies of the International Coach Federations (ICF) and become a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) upon course completion.

"The course helped me with my career journey! It was laid out in a methodical way and truly prepared me to work with clients. I was able to tailor the exercises to fit my practice clients and use that skill in my career." — Rosemarie A.

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Job Outlook for Life Coaches

• The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) found that in a professional survey, life coach practitioners reported “an average annual income from coaching of about $61,900.”
• The BLS also noted that many life coaches often have another career, which informs their practice as a life coach. For example, an experienced business leader may have a coaching practice for clients who want to achieve specific career goals in addition to their primary job.
• com reports that the average fee for life coaches is $31.45 per hour. Experience life coaches can charge $150.00 and above per hour depending on their specialty.

Life Coaching FAQs

What is a Life Coach?

Life coaches help their clients identify a specific life or career goal, define the steps needed to achieve this goal and create a plan of action. Life coaches will also help clients identify strengths, weaknesses and obstacles that will impact their plan of action.

What does Life Coaching involve?

Most importantly, professional life coaching involves relationship building and trust. Life coaches must be able to forge a creative partnership with their clients to:

• Identify and create a plan for what the client wants
• Modify and build strategies to achieve a client’s goals
• Encourage self-discovery, self-awareness and growth
• Promote accountability and positive change

What's the difference between a Life Coach and a Therapist?

While therapists analyze a client’s past to help them understand their current behavior, life coaches identify obstacles that stop a client from achieving their goals and present strategies for getting past these obstacles.

What's the difference between Coaching and Counseling?

Similar to the different between a life coach and a therapist, coaching is different than counseling because it focuses on goal setting and not mental health. Ultimately, both practices aim to help the client on a deeply personal level but take different approaches in doing so.

Why should Life Coaches get certified?

Training and certification helps you stand out to clients. Credentialing organizations like the International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches (IAPRC) and International Coach Federation (ICF) follow a standards of ethics that clients expect.

Course Objectives

• Earn a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) certification, issued through the International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches (IAPRC)
• Learn strategies for applying the IAPRC Code of Ethics, ICF Core Competencies, and other coaching concepts
• Build a foundation for coaching relationships using a formal coaching agreement
• Develop an Envisioning Possibilities statement for your practice client
• Establish your personal coaching presence, style, and communication system

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Prerequisites and Requirements

There are no specific prerequisites for taking this course.

Curriculum

• Awareness and Mindful Intention -Power of a professional code of ethics; coaching roles and personal qualities of outstanding coaches
•  Awareness and Mindful Intention, Part 2 - Listening and building rapport; standards of practice and rules of engagement
•  Action Tools and Skills - Positive Psychology, three potentials and the coaching cycle; coaching conversation dynamics and ICF Core Competencies
•  Action Tools and Skills, Part 2 - Ethical guidelines, professional standards and establishing the coaching agreement; trust and intimacy, active listening and powerful questioning
•  Assumptions and Deeper Insight - Wellbeing: positive psychology evolves; the Johari Window, self-discovery and emotional intelligence 2.0
•  Shifting Perspective - The bedrock of success: E+R=O; self-responsibility, self-esteem and the last resort in self-responsibility
•  Accelerate your Business Launch - Envision your ideal business, clarify your mission and begin with the end in mind; four strategies for going the distance and finding your niche
•  Accelerate your Business Launch, Part 2 - Six strengths to leverage your credibility and using your voice to define your expertise; strategic networking, marketing and promotion

Instructors

Jean LaCour

Jean LaCour, Ph.D., is a Certified Prevention Professional, author, and a trainer with extensive experience in the addiction recovery field. She is the co-founder of the NET Training Institute Center for Addiction and Recovery Education, a 501(c)(3) tax exempt nonprofit corporation offering online training in addiction counseling, peer specialist support, and recovery support services.

Registration and Enrollment

This course is 100% online. Start anytime.

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