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The Free-Lance Writing Toolkit The Toolkit is designed as a creative approach to help the learner design, implement, and practice his/her objective to become a successful free-lance writer. Using an easy to remember six-step approach, the learner will be able to build a reputation as a successful free-lance writer. This approach is invaluable to the learner as he/she becomes immersed in the process of acquiring and  more...

Take Control of IIS ...ur home, small office, or corporation? This course shows, using a real-time, full-screen display, everything you need to do set up Web and FTP servers with the Microsoft 2000 or NT operating systems. All the procedures you need are shown just as you would perform them using your own equipment. There are no complicated written instructions to follow. Everything you need to know is demonstrated  more...

So You Wanna Be A Java Programmer You will get started on the Java track, with a good start, your leraning curve will be shortened significanly, you will be able to proceed effectively in learning & in using the skills.  more...

How to Find Legitimate Home Employment ...using a how-to guide that will make your efforts easier. If you are looking to work at home and are looking for a guide that will show you step-by-step how to accomplish this goal, this is it. You?ll learn how to find a legitimate business, where to look, what you will do to start the business, and what is involved after that. The course is designed to help you find legitimate work at home.  more...

Introduction to Dreamweaver MX(tm) Hands On Training for Dreamweaver MX. Learn from an Expert. The student will have access to this course for 1 year. This self-directed course can be completed within 90 days or sooner depending on time and learning capabilities of the student. This is not for a beginner. For PC use. Introduction to Dreamweaver MX 2004 is the first of a 3-part course series. Students will need to have access to  more...

Intermediate Dreamweaver MX Intermediate--Students will need to have access to Dreamweaver MX or Dreamweaver and the Internet. Dreamweaver MX - Students will need to have access to Dreamweaver MX or Dreamweaver, the Internet and the course textbook "Macromedia Dreamweaver MX (ISBN 0-321-11271) by Garo Green & Abigail Rudner (2003). In this course the student will be responsible for working through the "Hands On" exercises.  more...

Advanced Features of Dreamweaver MX(tm) Dreamweaver MX Advanced - Phase Three Advanced Features of Dreamweaver MX - Phase 3, is the Third of a 3-part course series. Students will need to have access to Dreamweaver MX or Dreamweaver, the Internet and the course textbook "Macromedia Dreamweaver MX (ISBN 0-321-11271-7) by Garo Green & Abigail Rudner (2003). In this course, the student will be responsible for working through the "Hands  more...

Effective Business Presentations Using Flash This comprehensive, interactive, instructor-led 10 lesson course is designed for beginning level Flash users who wish to apply the power of Flash to business presentations, product demonstrations and other business-oriented marketing concepts. This course is designed for beginner level Flash users who wish to apply the power of Flash to business presentations and product demonstrations. Even if  more...

A Technical Approach on How to Create Desktop Video Captures Using Camtasia 3 0 Discontinued A newer version of this course is currently under developmenht. Please check back. For Beginners and those who already own Camtasia--Learn to record windows screen movement, voice, sound with Camtasia - Video capture the easy way!  more...

How to Create Desktop Video Captures the Easy Way Using Camtasia 3 0 Discontinued A newer version of this course is currently under developmenht. Please check back. For Beginners--Learn to record windows screen movement, voice, sound using Camtasia - Video Capture the easy way!  more...

FrameMaker I: Getting Your Feet Wet ...using Adobe FrameMaker. Learn how to apply formats to FrameMaker documents, apply templates, create tables, and work with graphics and anchored frames. You can download the trial version of this software from the Adobe FrameMaker product site. This course provides an introduction to Adobe FrameMaker, which is perhaps the most widely used authoring tool for technical communicators. In this  more...

Key Applications - IC3 Training Solution ... It focuses on applying these common skills and functions using Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Some of the skills covered include starting applications; opening, saving, and closing files; identifying and using common on-screen elements; accessing online help; formatting text, documents, and spreadsheets; editing documents and spreadsheets; using automatic formatting tools; performing  more...

Living Online - IC3 Training Solution Covers one of three tested areas of IC3 (Internet and Computing Core Certification) - Living Online. This covers the skills outlined in the Living Online portion of the IC3 certification exam. In it, students will look at how computers affect our daily lives, the relationships among different networks (i.e., computer, telephone, and the Internet), proper "netiquette," and how to keep their  more...

QuickBooks Pro 2002 Level 1 After completing this course, even students with limited accounting knowledge will be at ease using QuickBooks Pro 2002 to create and manage the financial information of a small business.  more...

Excellent English: A Writing Review - Part III: Achieving Clear, Concise Writing You will develop a clear, concise, and dynamic writing style that gets the attention of your reader. This is the third of three review courses that together provide an in-depth review of grammar, punctuation, mechanics, sentence structure and clarity. While it is preferable that students take all three courses in sequence, they may also pick and choose the individual courses that suit their  more...

A Fast Track Course to Using QuickBooks Accounts Receivable The first in a series--Teaches all aspects of the accounts receivable module for QuickBooks in a concentrated 5-day format.  more...

Brilliant Business Writing and Communication ...ction on e-mail communication addresses the challenges of using this new medium. The course is written in a lively, down-to-earth style that`s focused explicitly on the most common issues and questions that business professionals face in the workplace. Examples, exercises, and quizzes all help students master their new knowledge, and getting instructor help is only an e-mail away! The required  more...

How to Ask The Right Questions To Maximize Influence And Minimize Objections ...u the information you need to maximize your influence. By using preplanned and deliberate questions, you can better direct your answers to show a customer how your product or service is the best fit for them. Your customer has previous buying experiences where he or she has formed doubts and concerns. Concerns orobjections are natural in sales. Be ready to recognize objections and allow them to  more...

Introduction to Fireworks MX Using Fireworks to create professional images for the web or desktop work  more...

Complete Course in Professional Medical Transcription using MIME method of instruction (Special Pricing Edition) Same great complete Professional Edition course but designed for the student who does not want to incur course material fees. Registration Fee waived.  more...

Cisco CCNA Monitoring and Security This unit introduces the concept, purpose, and operation of the Access List. It explains two types of Access List, the Standard Access List and the Extended Access List, and the differences between them. This course is one of twelve necessary to be able to pass the qualification exams to gain the IT industry certification Cisco Certified Network Associate. (CCNA) This unit introduces the concept,  more...

Cisco CCNA Configuring Frame Relay and ISDN ...ethods of Frame Relay mapping, static mapping and mapping using LMI. In addition, the unit explains the features of LMI and the function of Inverse ARP in a Frame Relay network. It will also examine the different topologies that you can use to implement Frame Relay. Disadvantages of the star topology and how you can overcome these disadvantages is discussed. The two types of sub-interfaces,  more...

Java 2 -- Classes & Inheritance ...clare instance variables, methods, and local variables by using permitted modifiers such as public, protected, private, and package. You will also learn to invoke overloaded constructors and chain constructors. You will learn features of the object-oriented programming (OOP) approach, which are inheritance and polymorphism. The unit also covers the procedures for reusing code and extending  more...

Java 2 -- Handling Exceptions & Implementing Threads This unit describes exceptions, exception handling, threading, multithreading, the creation of threads, their classes and their use. This unit explains the basics of exception handling by introducing the concept and highlighting the advantages of exception handlers in a program. It draws a distinction between errors and exceptions. In this unit, you will learn about the keywords used in  more...

Java 2 -- java.lang Package This unit provides an overview of the java.lang package by explaining its classes, interfaces, and exceptions. This unit provides an overview of the java.lang package by explaining its classes, interfaces, and exceptions. It explains the importance of the java.lang package in Java programming. You will learn about the importance of the Object class, which is the super class for all Java  more...

Java 2 -- Building Graphical User Interfaces ...using GUI components and managing the layout. Each unit covers detail the elements of Java necessary to build graphical user interfaces. This course contains 3 units: The Java.awt.package, using GUI components and managing the layout. The first unit will cover the features of the java.awt.package. It explains the important methods and alignment constants of the Component class. You will  more...

Java 2 -- File I/O ...Using the Filter & Pipe Stream Classes, Using the Character Stream, and Using the File Classes Each unit covers detail the elements of Java necessary to implement the features and functions for file input and output as you program in the Java language. In the first unit, you will learn about how Java performs basic I/O operations using streams. This unit will provide you with an introduction  more...

Java 2 -- Advanced Java ...zing resources. Finally, you will learn to write programs using the methods of the Calendar class and the TimeZone class. The fourth unit explains the component model and the relationship between JavaBeans and Java. The unit describes the basic structure of a Bean. It also covers the implementation of persistence, introspection, and event handling in JavaBeans. The unit explains the classes  more...

Java 2 -- Enterprise Java ...o illustrates session invalidating and session binding by using a program. The fourth unit explains the architecture of RMI and the various RMI packages. You will learn the steps in creating a client-server program by using RMI. This unit also gives an overview of Enterprise JavaBeans (EJB) by explaining its features and importance. You will learn about transaction management as provided by  more...

Java 2 -- Extending the GUI ...ontains 3 units: Creating Fonts, Dialog Boxes, and Menus, Using Listener Methods, and Handling Events. Each unit covers detail the elements of Java necessary to implement these features and functions as you program in the Java language. In the first unit, you will learn to use fonts in a program. The unit explains the Font and FontMetrics classes and their methods. You will learn to create  more...

Java 2 -- Networking ...s course contains 3 units: Networking Basics, Programming Using Sockets, and Programming Using Datagrams. Each unit covers detail the elements of Java necessary to implement these features and functions as you program in the Java language. In the first unit, you will learn about the client/server architecture that forms the core of networking concepts. The unit also explains frequently used  more...

Flash MX Series ...using Macromedia Flash MX to create animations and interactive Web sites. The student will have access to this course for 1 year. This self-directed course can be completed within 90 days or sooner depending on time and learning capabilities of the student. Welcome to Flash MX Series This series provides a practical guide for using Macromedia Flash MX to create animations and interactive Web  more...

Flash I: Mastering the Tools ... will be provided with insights into how other people are using the course skills. You will be astounded by how much you will be able to learn from other students and from your expert instructor. Due to the skills that you will be learning, you will be able to take your online business to the next level, you will be much more employable in today's job market, and you will receive a great deal  more...

Introduction to Fireworks MX ...Using Fireworks to create professional images for the web or desktop work Introduction to Fireworks MX is the first class of a 3-part course; students are required to have access to the Internet, basic Internet and computer (file structure) knowledge, Fireworks MX or Fireworks 4 software installed in their computer and the course book ? Visual Quickstart Guide Macromedia Fireworks MX for  more...

Writers At Work: A Review for Professionals - Part III: Achieving Clear, Concise Writing This review will help you develop a clear, concise, and dynamic writing style. This is the third of four review courses that together provide an in-depth review of grammar, punctuation, mechanics, sentence structure and style. While it is preferable that students take all four courses in sequence, they may also pick and choose the individual courses that suit their needs. Part III of the review  more...

Write for Business-Proofreader`s Guide-eBook The Proofreader`s Guide is a handy, quick reference guide containing all the information you need to accurately proofread your documents. The Proofreader`s Guide is a handy, quick reference guide containing all the information you need to accurately proofread your documents. This easy-to-search eBook covers punctuation, capitalization, spelling, usage, grammar, and more. The concise explanations,  more...

Windows 2000 Level 1 ...y walking them through the end-user necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop, using windows, and operating the Start menu and Taskbar. This course introduces students to the basic features in Microsoft Windows 2000. Students will learn end-user necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop, using windows, and operating the Start menu and Taskbar. The  more...

Windows NT Introduction Students will learn how to understand and use networking resources in this course that introduces basic features of Microsoft Windows NT. The course also includes lessons on managing files by renaming, copying, and moving folders. This course introduces students to the basic features of Microsoft Windows NT. Students will learn skills such as working on the Desktop, using windows, and operating  more...

Word 2000 This course is designed to familiarize students with the key introductory, intermediate, and advanced features of Microsoft Word 2000 to customize and enhance their text-based documents. The course starts out by teaching the students basic skills, and then works up to some of the most powerful aspects of Microsoft Word 2000. Also included is a business writing section designed to help improve  more...

Word 2000 Expert ...ance their documents. Some skills they will learn include using master documents, subdocuments, and expanded and locked documents; using field references, macros, and revision tools; and applying formatting techniques. In this course, students will learn how to use the advanced features of Microsoft Word 2000 to customize and enhance their text-based documents. Real-life scenarios will make  more...

Word 2000 Level 1 This course is designed to familiarize students with key introductory features of Microsoft Word 2000. Students will learn the tricks that will help them create, edit, and modify text-based documents easily. This course is designed to familiarize students with key introductory features of Microsoft Word 2000. Students will learn the tricks that will help them create, edit, and modify text-based  more...

Word 2000 Level 2 This course is designed to familiarize students with the intermediate features of Microsoft Word 2000 so they can enhance the look of their text-based documents with the addition of symbols, tables, and graphics. This course is designed to familiarize students with the intermediate features of Microsoft Word 2000 so they can enhance the look of their text-based documents with the addition of  more...

Word 2000 Level 3 In this course, students will learn how to use the advanced features of Microsoft Word 2000, including master documents, field references, macros, and revision tools. In this course, students will learn how to use the advanced features of Microsoft Word 2000 to customize and enhance their documents. Real-life scenarios will make the lessons more applicable to users while performance-based  more...

Word 2000 MOUS ...clude changing font attributes, modifying bodies of text, using the spelling checker, formatting paragraphs using indents, line spacing and tab stops; dividing the document into sections using margins, page breaks, and columns; and inserting symbols, numbered lists, watermarks, graphics, tables, and charts into documents. As the course becomes more advanced, students will learn to customize and  more...

Word 2000 Proficient This is a comprehensive course designed to teach students the introductory and intermediate features of Word 2000 so not only will they learn the basic steps to create and edit their text-based documents, they will also discover how to enhance the look and functionality of them. This is a comprehensive course designed to teach students the introductory and intermediate features of Word 2000 so  more...

Word 2002 ...vanced it will teach students how to format paragraphs by using indents, line spacing, and tab stops; as well as dividing the document into sections using margins, page breaks, and columns. Finally, the course will teach students advanced formatting skills, such as customizing toolbars and menus and automating tasks. It will also teach them how Word can be combined with other Office  more...

Word 2002 MOUS ...ns on changing font attributes; modifying bodies of text; using the spelling checker; formatting paragraphs using indents, line spacing, and tab stops; diving the document into sections using margins, page breaks, and columns; and inserting symbols, numbered lists, watermarks, graphics, tables, and charts into documents. Many of the skills learned deal with using Word in team projects, such as  more...

Works 2000 Level 1 ... well as learn to create, modify, and save text documents using Microsoft Word. This course will introduce students to the basic functionalities of Microsoft Works 2000. Students will learn how to organize their schedules and manage their time and money by using and editing spreadsheets and databases. Students will also learn to create, modify, and save text documents using Microsoft Word.  more...

Working With Digital Pictures Level 2 ...creative controls, accessories, and basic color concepts. Using a camera, students will also zoom, record dates and times, and use red-eye reduction. Then, using Adobe Photoshop Elements, students learn how to brighten images, lighten shadows, work with color saturation, remove color, work in layers, use the clone tool, rotate images, and add artistic effects. Finally, students will look at  more...

Visual Studio .NET and ASP.NET Online Training ...udents to the ASP.NET platform, and gets students started using ASP.NET features such as server controls, validation controls and composite controls in their Visual Studio .NET projects. This e-learning computer training series includes all of the online training tutorials listed below and is provided in an interactive e-learning format. All courses allow for 1 year unlimited access (1  more...

Windows Vista ...t teaches the user skills such as working on the Desktop, using windows, opening files and applications, and working with the Start menu and Taskbar. Windows Vista This course introduces students to Microsoft Windows Vista. It discusses the editions available, including Windows Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, and Ultimate, and points out the differences between them. It also introduces some  more...

Word 2007 Level 1 This course is designed to familiarize students with key introductory features of Microsoft Office Word 2007, as well as introduce them to some of its new interface features like the Ribbon, Mini toolbar, Quick Access toolbar, contextual tabs, and galleries. Students will learn the tricks that will help them create, edit, and modify text-based documents easily. Word 2007 Level 1 This course is  more...

Word 2007 Level 2 ...Text, multilevel lists, hyperlinks, and information found using the Research task pane. Paragraph formatting will also be examined, covering skills such as setting indents; changing line spacing and page orientation; setting tab stops; applying paragraph styles; and using Quick Style sets. Word 2007 Level 2 This intermediate-level Word course builds upon basic skills covered in the Level 1  more...

Understanding Health Insurance: A Guide To Professional Billing & Coding ...ve. Finally we will cover the advantage and importance of using a clearinghouse and the function they play in claims submission. We will look at the various costs associated with using a clearinghouse and which one works best for your specialty. We will also examine submitting claims directly to an insurance company without using a clearinghouse.Enroll in this course if you: Are thinking about  more...

Time Management Using Microsoft Outlook 2002 The course is designed to show students how to use Microsoft Outlook 2002 to plan their time. The scope of the course includes understanding time management theory/philosophy, handling stress, developing a system of organization, identifying priorities, creative problem solving, and timing teamwork. The course is designed to show students how to use the tools of Microsoft Outlook 2002, such as  more...

Understanding and Using Contracts Course description -- In almost every business transaction a contract is made. This course will tell you how to know when a true contract has been made, identify when it is binding, and determine the limitations and scope of the agreements. It will also give you information and guidelines on how and when to sever the contract, how to modify it, and how to circumvent potential problems. IMPORTANT  more...

Turn Your Life Experience Into College Credit ... knowledge may be appropriate to earn you college credit. Using the various exercises, activities and readings you will learn how to earn college credit from an accredited college or university. This online course serves as a basic guide on how to earn college credit for what you know. You will learn the various methods institutions will use to evaluate your prior learning. It has been  more...

Using Databases ...centrate on addressing the needs of library professionals using electronic databases. Using Databases This in-depth course will concentrate on addressing the needs of library professionals using electronic databases. As you progress through the course you will gain a general knowledge of the terminology used in online searching and develop the skills needed to analyze various types of search  more...

Using a Digital Camera ...using a digital camera. Learn how to capture images, focus, zoom, adjust the resolution/size settings, view images, delete images, and how to upload images to your computer. Using a Digital Camera is a seven day online course. You will learn the basics of using a digital camera. Learn how to capture images, focus, zoom, adjust the resolution/size settings, view images, delete images, and how  more...

Using a Scanner ...using various formats, make annotations and save/export documents. Discover how to use scanned documents in various applications. Using a Scanner is a seven day online course. This is an introductory course and provides the basics pertaining to using your scanner. Learn how to scan a document, make annotations and save/export documents. Discover how to use scanned documents in various  more...

Using the Power of the iPod in Education: An Overview ...Using the Power of the iPod in Education: An Overview is a seven-day online course. In this course, teachers will learn why and how the iPod can improve the education that they are offering to their students. They will learn the pedagogical advantages that can be offered as well as the theoretical underpinnings of these important benefits. Using the Power of the iPod in Education: An Overview  more...

Understand Real Estate Finance: How to Work the Numbers on any Residential Deal--Self-Directed ... you to experts and interactive activities--and instructs using real investment decisions as examples.Students may complete this course within a reasonable period of time. Contact Hours give an indication of how much time is needed to take this class. As an extra added value, registered students will have unlimited access to course materials for 12 months from the day of enrollment. A Trump  more...

The Internet - Applying the Basics to your Business ...ndly and in easy to understand language, so it is not confusing to the participants. The basic language of what the Internet is, what are search engines, where did the Internet originate, what are keywords, etc. Module 2. Simple Techniques for Searching In this module, techniques for searching with tips and making your queries using Boolean language, simple words or stringing words together are  more...

The Trump Way to Wealth ...c chalk board. You will be able to ask questions online, using a simple chat function on your screen. You can learn more about Microsoft Live Meeting at http://main.livemeeting.comTechnical Requirements You will need: Connection: 56kbps minimum, broadband connection recommended (cable modem, DSL, or LAN) Display: 800x600 minimum, 1024x768 preferred, with 32-bit color depth (millions of  more...

So You Want to be a Technical Writer! A 6-week course will introduce you to technical writing as a career. This 6-week course will introduce you to technical writing as a career. You`ll gain an understanding of what technical writers do, where they work, the skills they need and the tools they use. You`ll learn about job trends and salaries. And you`ll have the opportunity to interact with technical communicators who will be happy to  more...

Soft Skills Using MS Office Applications ...nd delivery of the speech are discussed. Business Writing Using Word provides students with a review of the skills needed to write successful and effective letters, memos, minutes, proposals, reports, and press releases. It also reviews basic spelling, punctuation, and grammar rules. Business writing covers sentence and word choice so the students will be able to determine the most effective  more...

Six Sigma Black Belt Personal Training Library ...ill learn how to set-up and conduct Screening Experiments using techniques developed by Placket-Burman and Taguchi. DOE worksheets and step-by-step DOE instructions will guide you through the process. If your company is implementing a six sigma (6S) or lean manufacturing initiative, you know how important it is to optimize your manufacturing processes with DOE. This Design of Experiments  more...

SQL Server 2000 - XML-Enabled Applications Using SQL 2000 This course is designed to teach students the basics of SQL and XML in building and combining applications where database functions are required This course will give students a good understanding of how to use SQL 2000 in building and integrating applications that use or require a database and are enabled with XML. Course includes a primer for SQL and XML calls for SQL. Course also covers using  more...

Speak Smart: - Oral Grammar Grammar glitches, ranging from glaring to subtle, cause a speaker to sound uneducated because listeners generalize an overall lack of knowledge when hearing such mistakes. Welcome to Speak Smart: - Oral Grammar Grammar glitches, ranging from glaring to subtle, cause a speaker to sound uneducated because listeners generalize an overall lack of knowledge when hearing such mistakes. This program  more...

SQL Server 2000 Complete Course ...ion, SQL Server 2000 Desing and Implementation, Datawarehousing and XML Enabled Applications using SQL 2000. This course teaches you to administer and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate the SQL Server 2000 Enterprise Edition. Learn how to install and configure a SQL 2000 Server, plan, design, and create SQL 2000 databases, manage, monitor and troubleshoot SQL 2000 databases,  more...

Shipping with Dry Ice ...een updated to include recent changes to the regulations, using the 47th Edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. "Shipping with Dry Ice" is recommended for individuals who ship dry ice in packaging that does not contain other dangerous goods. The course meets the requirements for training as specified in Section 1.5 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and 49 CFR 172 Subpart H,  more...

QuickBooks Pro 2000 Level 1 ...cs that will be discussed include creating a company file using the EasyStep Interview, adding and modifying employee information, setting up a service company`s inventory items, and adding and changing vendors and purchases. Also included will be basic information on creating sales and invoices, setting up payroll accounts, and performing end-of-month duties, such as paying monthly sales  more...

QuickBooks Pro 2001 Level 1 ...tudents with limited accounting knowledge will be at ease using QuickBooks Pro 2001 to create and manage the financial information of a small business. Specific features of interest include the Customer Detail Center and the Vendor Detail Center. After completing this course, even students with limited accounting knowledge will be at ease using QuickBooks Pro 2001 to create and manage the  more...

PowerPoint 2007 Level 2 This intermediate-level course builds upon the basic Microsoft Office PowerPoint skills taught in the Level 1 course. For one, students will learn how to modify the Quick Access toolbar. They will also discover how to use existing information to create a presentation, including importing outlines from Word and inserting slides from other presentations. PowerPoint 2007 Level 2 This  more...

PowerPoint 2000 Level 2 Students will learn how to design presentations for the Web, use templates, design speaker notes and handouts, and apply animation and effects in this more advanced Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 course. Students will be introduced to more advanced components of Microsoft PowerPoint 2000, such as using masters, templates, and animation features, and preparing presentations by working with speaker  more...

PowerPoint 2007 Level 1 ...ll also discover how to create presentations from scratch using templates, as well as learn about slide layouts, themes, and slide masters. In addition, students will learn how to navigate through presentations, save presentations, preview slide shows, check spelling, use bulleted and numbered lists, and use clip art and shapes to enhance presentations. Students will also be shown how to  more...

Pharmacy Technician Career Training Program ...Questions will be answered within 24 hours 7 days a week. Using state-of-the-art training techniques, computer technology and teaching methods we are able to deliver absolutely the best course to our students. Our instructor makes learning this material fun and easy! Here are descriptions of just some of the topics you will study. Pharmacology ? You will learn the most commonly used classes of  more...

Personal Protective Equipment One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind. Hopefully no environment your workers face will be as inhospitable as the moon, but it is still important for each worker to recognize when personal protective equipment (PPE) is needed, what PPE is needed, what it can do, and how to care for it. Welcome to Personal Protective Equipment ?One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.?  more...

Powerful Negotiation For Successful Buying ... preparation time than ever. You may even get lured into using the convenient, but often ineffective, method of negotiating by email. If it seems like you?re at a disadvantage, you are! But you can quickly get the modern negotiation strategies and skills you need to get the best deals in today?s environment. The highly personal and interactive online negotiation course ?Powerful Negotiation  more...

Office 2000 Intermediate ...students will learn include applying borders and shading; using headers and footers; tabs and styles; using, modifying, and inserting graphs; and creating tables. This course also introduces students to such Microsoft Excel 2000 features as working with lists, databases, and functions; formatting and linking worksheets; and using 3-D references and Microsoft Map. Through Microsoft Access,  more...

Office 2000 Introduction ...inning with opening a workbook, students will progress to using the Office Clipboard to cut, copy, and paste items in Microsoft Excel. They will also enter text and formulas, move data, format worksheet appearance, and manipulate data. In Microsoft Access, students will receive instruction in how to create and use the basic tools of the application. They will learn how to enter data in Access  more...

Office XP (2002) Advanced This advanced course introduces students to some new features of Microsoft Office XP. It covers the major features that apply to all of the applications. This includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook, as well as a special course on time management. The goal of this advanced course is to broaden and develop the intermediate skills that the  more...

Office XP (2002) Intermediate ... Customizing worksheets by changing worksheet attributes, using lists to store and organize worksheet data, and using functions in financial and logical formulas are some features that Microsoft Excel will teach the students. Microsoft Access will show students how to use tables, queries, forms, reports, and data access pages. The material is all presented through explanatory text, real-world  more...

Office XP (2002) Introduction This course introduces students to the basic features of Microsoft Office XP. It covers the major new features that apply to all of the applications. This includes Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft FrontPage, and Microsoft Outlook. Students will learn the intoductory features that each of these applications has to offer. This course introduces  more...

Outlook 2000 Level 1 ...include sending, receiving, and managing e-mail messages; using the Calendar to schedule appointments; and understanding and using tasks. This introductory course teaches students the basic features found in Microsoft Outlook 2000. Some skills students will learn include sending, receiving, and managing e-mail messages; using the Calendar to schedule appointments; and understanding and using  more...

Outlook 2000 Level 2 ...crosoft Outlook 2000. Some skills they will learn include using and customizing mail features and organizing items using categories. This intermediate course teaches students some of the more advanced features of Microsoft Outlook 2000. Some skills they will learn include using and customizing mail features; using advanced Calendar features such as customizing the Calendar and posting a Web  more...

Outlook 2000 Proficient ...include sending, receiving, and managing e-mail messages; using the Calendar; understanding and using tasks; exploring contacts and the Journal; and integrating Outlook and Office. This comprehensive course teaches students both the basic and more advanced features found in Microsoft Outlook 2000. Some skills students will learn include sending, receiving, and managing e-mail messages; using  more...

Personal Financial Planning ...tools and references to provide guidance for planning and using personal financial resources. It gives tips and worksheets for setting financial goals, managing credit and debt, building your assets, and limiting your financial liabilities. IMPORTANT NOTE: INTERNET EXPLORER (IE) BROWSER REQUIRED - can`t use Netscape or other browsers for this training. Without wise financial planning, the  more...

PC Fundamentals With Microsoft Windows XP ...rs. This course will also cover where to go for help with using Microsoft Windows XP, as well as how to safely turn off a computer. The material is presented through explanatory text, real-world scenarios, and interactive steps. This course introduces students to the basics of personal computers. Students will learn what a computer is and how to identify and classify some basic components and  more...

Online Research Techniques ...You will learn how to effectively conduct research online using Grolier Online and GaleNet. Learn how to find specific information using these comprehensive Web-based resources. Online Research Techniques is a seven day online course. This course will help you develop online research skills and gain knowledge on Grolier Online and GaleNet resources. This course is offered by a State  more...

Outlook 2007 Level 2 ...l polls. Students will learn to mark items for follow-up using Quick Click Flags, perform various mail management tasks using rules, and organize Outlook items using color categories and Search Folders. The course also covers how to address messages using address books and distribution lists, send and respond to meeting and task requests, share Calendars over a network, publish Calendars to  more...

Object-Oriented Analysis & Design using UML ...iagrams, Activity Diagrams, Physical Diagrams, Case study using UML. Prerequisite : Some analysis & design experience is helpful. Software/Hardware Requirement : Access to a PC( 486 or better ) with internet access through a modem with reasonable speed/DSL. A modeling tool like Rational Rose( Rational Software ) or Together( Togethersoft ) is helpful but not necessary. A drawing tool like  more...

Microsoft Word 2002 Core ...clude changing font attributes; modifying bodies of text; using the spelling checker; formatting paragraphs using indents, line spacing, and tab stops; dividing the document into sections using margins, page breaks, and columns; and inserting symbols, numbered lists, watermarks, graphics, tables, and charts into documents. All these skills will be taught using true-life scenarios, examples,  more...

Microsoft Word 2002 Expert ...ging large projects. Many of the skills learned deal with using Word 2002 in team projects, such sending a document for review to another via e-mail. Users will also learn how to customize Word to maximize its potential for the type of work they do, such as customizing toolbars and menus and automating tasks. Students will also learn advanced formatting skills, such as how to format one part  more...

Microsoft Word 2002 Level 1 This course is designed to familiarize students with key introductory features of Microsoft Word, as well as introduce them to some of its new capabilities introduced with the 2002 version. Some of the skills taught include examining the working screen, getting familiar with the new Task Panes, creating new documents, modifying bodies of text, and previewing and printing documents. This course is  more...

Microsoft Word 2002 Level 2 ...e skills they will learn include formatting paragraphs by using indents, line spacing, and tab stops; and dividing the document into sections using margins, page breaks, and columns. This course is designed to familiarize users with the intermediate features of Microsoft Word 2002 so they can enhance the look of their text-based documents. Some skills they will learn include formatting  more...

Microsoft Word 2002 Level 3 ...ging large projects. Many of the skills learned deal with using Word 2002 in team projects, such as sending a document for review to another via e-mail. Users will also learn how to customize Word to maximize its potential for the type of work they do, such as customizing toolbars and menus and automating tasks. Students will also learn advanced formatting skills, such as how to format one  more...

Microsoft Works Suite 2002 Level 1 ...ganize their schedules and manage their time and money by using and editing spreadsheets and databases in this introductory course. Microsoft Works 2002 will also teach students how to create, modify, and save documents using Microsoft Word. This course will introduce students to the basic functionalities of Microsoft Works 2002. Students will learn how to organize their schedules and manage  more...

Navigating And Exploring The Internet This introductory course teaches students the fundamental skills they need to know in order to use the Internet. Skills students will learn include connecting to the Internet, learning about and searching the Web, and sending e-mail. This introductory course teaches students the fundamental skills they need to know in order to use the Internet. Skills students will learn include connecting to the  more...

Navigating And Exploring The Internet 2002 ...rstanding and sending e-mail, learning about the Web, and using browsers such as Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator to view Web pages. This introductory course teaches students the fundamental skills they need to know to use the Internet. Skills students will learn include connecting to the Internet, understanding and sending e-mail, learning about the Web, and using browsers such as  more...

Office 2000 Advanced ...ow to customize and enhance their text-based documents by using master documents, subdocuments, expanded and locked documents; utilizing field references; applying formatting techniques; and using advanced features such as macros and revision tools. Students will learn how to apply the advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2000 to sort records, outline and filter lists, and import and export  more...

Microsoft FrontPage 2002 Core Students will learn the tricks that will help them create, edit, and manage Web pages easily. The skills taught include examining the working screen; getting familiar with the new Task Panes; creating new Webs; entering, modifying, and formatting text; incorporating graphics; applying themes; managing Webs; and previewing and publishing Webs. This course is designed to familiarize users with key  more...

Microsoft FrontPage 2002 Level 1 This course is designed to familiarize users with key introductory features of Microsoft FrontPage, as well as introduce them to some of the new 2002 capabilities. The skills include becoming familiar with the new Task Panes; creating new Webs; entering, modifying, and formatting text; incorporating graphics; applying themes; managing Webs; and previewing and publishing Webs. This course is  more...

Microsoft Office XP New Features This course introduces students to some of the new features of the Office XP suite. It covers the major new features of Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Outlook. This course introduces students to some of the new features of the Office XP suite. It covers the major new features that apply to all of the applications, including smart tags and  more...

Microsoft Outlook 2002 Core ... Outlook to their personal preferences, and managing time using the Calendar, task, and note functions. This course will cover the basic features of Microsoft Outlook 2002. Topics covered include composing messages, sending messages, replying to messages, forwarding messages, creating contacts, scheduling appointments using the Calendar, entering tasks, and creating notes. Students will learn  more...

Microsoft Outlook 2002 Level 1 ...ceiving, and managing e-mail messages; creating contacts; using the Calendar to schedule appointments; and understanding and using tasks. This introductory course teaches students the basic features found in Microsoft Outlook 2002. Some skills students will learn include sending, receiving, and managing e-mail messages; creating contacts, using the Calendar to schedule appointments, and  more...

Microsoft Outlook 2002 Level 2 This course covers intermediate skills for Microsoft Outlook 2002. Students will learn how to assign categories to mail messages, propose alternate meeting times, and send task status reports. This course covers intermediate skills for Microsoft Outlook 2002. Topics covered include working with signatures, using the Personal Address Book and specialized mail features, categorizing contacts and  more...

Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 Comprehensive ...as team projects. Some skills students will learn include using clip art images and drawing tools to enhance presentations, importing data from other Microsoft applications such as Word or Excel, adding video and sound clips, and modifying charts and tables in PowerPoint presentations. Students will also learn how to customize PowerPoint to maximize its potential for the type of work they do,  more...

Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 Level 1 Students will learn how to design PowerPoint presentations on their computers through examples and interactive exercises in this introductory course. Students will also learn how to use templates, create tables, and prepare presentations for printing. This course introduces students to the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint 2002. Students will learn how to design PowerPoint presentations on  more...

Microsoft PowerPoint 2002 Level 3 ...s in presentations. Many of the skills learned pertain to using PowerPoint in team projects, such as sending a presentation for review to another via e-mail and receiving and accepting or rejecting reviewer comments. Students will also learn how to customize PowerPoint to maximize its potential for the type of work they do, such as customizing toolbars, color schemes, and indent settings.  more...

Microsoft Windows XP Level 1 ...ws XP by including lessons on customizing the Desktop and using Windows Explorer. The course will walk the students through formatting disks, printing documents, using system tools, and shutting down the computer. This course introduces students to the basic features in Microsoft Windows XP. This course will teach the end-user necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop,  more...

Microsoft Excel 2002 Core This comprehensive course teaches students the basic and intermediate features of Excel 2002 so they can easily create and modify spreadsheets. Students will become familiar with Excel`s introductory-level new features, such as smart tags and speech recognition, as well as how to manage workbooks, print worksheets, create charts, and integrate workbooks with the Web. This comprehensive course  more...

Microsoft Excel 2002 Level 1 This course introduces students to basic spreadsheet features and acquaints students with Microsoft Excel 2002 tools. Students will become familiar with Excel`s introductory-level new features, such as smart tags and speech recognition, as well as workbooks, cells, worksheets, and formulas. This course introduces students to basic spreadsheet features and acquaints students with Microsoft Excel  more...

Microsoft Excel 2002 Level 2 ...e customizing workbooks by changing worksheet attributes, using lists to store and organize worksheet data, using functions in financial and logical formulas, and formatting worksheets using AutoFormat and predefined styles. This course introduces students to an additional set of basic spreadsheet features and acquaints students with the tools used in Microsoft Excel 2002. Students will learn  more...

Medical Terminology Training ...using the Professional Edge Medical Terminology Training System, designed to insure you will learn and remember new medical words and terms. Take up to 3 months to complete this course. All necessary materials needed to take this course are included with the exception of a medical dictionary. Medical Terminology Training According to the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, health information  more...

Manufactured Housing Appraisal/Valuation Course ...tudent how to determine the value of a Manufactured Home, using the NADA Manufactured Housing Guide and other methods. This course is designed to allow you to sit for various exams that may lead to Certification. Successful completion of this course will enable the graduate to prepare for various exams that may lead to becoming a Certified Manufactured Home Appraiser. You will learn to  more...

Mastering RoboHelp Office 2002 ...nd Navigation covers defining main and secondary windows; using window and background color; adding main window buttons; formatting text in RoboHelp and RoboHelp HTML; creating and updating the Contents tab, browse sequences and the Index tab; creating and modifying RoboHelp HTML templates; using WebHelp skins; and creating a Section 508 compliant WebHelp project. Adding Interactivity and  more...

Microsoft Access ... provide the end user, with little or no prior experience using Microsoft Access, a solid understanding of the basic commands and features of this powerful database management system. As an introductory level class, topics to be covered include how to design, create, organize, display and query a database through Access. Since Microsoft Access is a Windows-based application, the instructor will  more...

Manufacturing Statistics Personal Training Library ...ill learn how to set-up and conduct Screening Experiments using techniques developed by Placket-Burman and Taguchi. DOE worksheets and step-by-step DOE instructions will guide you through the process. If your company is implementing a six sigma (6S) or lean manufacturing initiative, you know how important it is to optimize your manufacturing processes with DOE. This Design of Experiments  more...

Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate Program ...alty practice is growing all the time and many nurses are using their skills to practice full or part time in this area. Legal Nurse Consulting is a very exciting and challenging practice specialty. I am sure you will be pleased with our certificate program?s course of study. This course will surely prepare you to begin your career as a Legal Nurse Consultant. This certificate course is  more...

Lotus Notes 5.0 Level 1 This introductory course will teach students the basic features of Lotus Notes 5.0. They will learn to send and receive e-mail, as well as schedule appointments and write to-do lists. This introductory course will teach students the basic features of Lotus Notes 5.0 so they can easily send and receive e-mail and manage databases. Specifically, students will learn the basics of sending and  more...

Learn Spanish On-line From Live Instructors! - "Beginning Spanish 1" ...in our Virtual Classroom and just want to take the course using the online resources, we?ll send you the course syllabus so that you can take full advantage of the online resources. The results of the placement test will indicate the best level for you to start working on the interactive online lessons. These self-paced lessons are divided into three levels initial, intermediate and advanced.  more...

Linux Complete Set ...nterface configuration. Then you will learn the basics of using Linux and get into the popular text editor VI. Using VI you will learn the basics of the Linux shell and how to create and program your own shell. The course will cover a number of built-in Linux utilities and network commands. Other topics include system installation and configuration, startup and shutdown, adding/deleting users,  more...

Linux Operating System Linux Operating System will get you started in the world of Linux networking and administration. This is a basic course to give you a good foundation from which to build on that will lead to certification and more. Linux Course Description This course will walk you through the Linux installation and setup, including some of the more difficult topics like network settings and graphical interface  more...

Linux System Administration ...setup, install, maintain and administer a computer system using the Linux operating system. Topics include system installation and configuration, startup and shutdown, adding/deleting users, installing peripheral devices, backing up and restoring system and user data, application package installation, security, and task scheduling. Students will also learn how to administer and maintain file  more...

Learn HTML All By Yourself- Introductory ...e lessons you can get the most out of designing web pages using HTML. Learn all the basic formatting techniques in this introductory course such as using tags, adding links, buttons, lists and images. This course also examines the pitfalls of HTML and what separates good pages from bad pages. You will also study the design elements that should be included and those that should not be  more...

Learn HTML All By Yourself- Advanced ...f text, changing the color of a web page`s background and using an image for the background. In this course you will also create basic and advanced tables. Tables are great for summarizing large amounts of information and for structuring data. This course will teach you how to add a table to your web page. Frames are also becoming increasingly popular and a whole week is devoted to creating  more...

Learn Authorware In 45 Days ...ensive why of learning how to develop multimedia programs using a very powerful authoring program called Authorware. You will need to purchase a textbook, which includes the Authorware program. The textbook guides you step by step through the development of several Authorware projects. The course length of time is based on the free usage of the 45 day trial version of Authorware. An instructor  more...

Keep Them Coming Back: Customer Retention Strategies That Work--Instructor-Led ...ack--Instructor-Led A Trump U Course This course is about using marketing to unlock your business`s potential. Many businesses, particularly small ones, tend to ignore marketing, and this often results in lower revenues. Frequently, small business owners don?t realize that marketing is something that they can do themselves, without hiring an expensive firm. This course will prepare you to do  more...

Keep Them Coming Back: Customer Retention Strategies That Work--Self-Directed ...ack --Self-Directed A Trump U Course This course is about using marketing to unlock your business`s potential. Many businesses, particularly small ones, tend to ignore marketing, and this often results in lower revenues. Frequently, small business owners don?t realize that marketing is something that they can do themselves, without hiring an expensive firm. This course will prepare you to do  more...

J2EE Part I ( JSP/servlet ) ...his course. Students will develop their own applications using server-side Java. Prerequisite: Strong understanding of the Java Programming Language and basic HTML, familiarity with networking concepts, basic database concepts and Object-Oriented methodologies. Software/Hardware requirements : PC with 486 or better processor. Internet connection through modem with reasonable speed/modem.  more...

Introduction to Teaching Online ...using all over the world to present online courses. Through participation in this course, you will learn what tools work best in your classroom. Introduction to Online Teaching is a seven day online course. This course is designed to give you an understanding of online course delivery. It is a basic level course and will prepare you to begin to develop an online course or course supplement.  more...

Instructor Led-Search Engine Training Workshop ...earn how to get your web site ranked high in the engines. Using our unique software program will provide you with valuable information about your rankings in the search engines and will inform you when those rankings change. For the program to be of maximum benefit, you must ?tweak? your website by analyzing it and making the changes necessary to ensure its success. By completing each lesson,  more...

Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) This eLearning course has been designed to offer a high level introduction to the concepts, terms, benefits, and relationships within the core IT Service Management processes and functions, according to the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) best practice framework. ITIL is becoming the standard of choice for many organizations in terms of operating IT practice as well as  more...

HTML Lessons in Web Page Design - 10 Week Facilitator Led Design your own website with our 10 week interactive course. HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language and is the language of web page design. If you have little or no experience with HTML, then this 10 week standard course with facilitator interaction is the one to take. With these lessons you will have your own web site up and running in no time! Learn to design internet web pages for your  more...

How To Master Business Writing This series teaches the writing skills learners will need to effectively communicate in a business setting. They`ll learn how to prepare for a writing task, and about strategies and skills for effective word choice, sentence building, and paragraph design. How To Master Business Writing This course provides students with a review of the skills needed to write effective letters, memos, minutes,  more...

IATA Dangerous Goods ...een updated to include recent changes to the regulations, using the latest Edition of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations. The course is designed to help employers meet the requirements for training as specified in Section 1.5 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and 49 CFR 172 Subpart H, including testing of participants. This course does not cover the more detailed requirements for the  more...

HyperStudio Basics ... introductory course will provide you with an overview of using HyperStudio. Learn how to create a stack, add cards, buttons and navigation. In addition, discover how to add sound, video, graphics and hyperlinks into your presentation. HyperStudio Basics is a seven day online course. This class will explore educational applications and implications of hypermedia, provide you with an overview  more...

Health Care Reporting and Presentations This is a complete and comprehensive course on creating and communicating health care information in a clear, concise presentation form. This 6-week course will prepare you very well to communicate with your supervisors, board members, and peers. You will review the basics of who, why, and HOW of effective reporting and presenting. In brief, it covers: Reviewing the Basics: ? What?s My Message?  more...

FrontPage 2000 Level 1 Students will learn the tricks to help them create, edit, and manage Web pages easily. The skills introduced include examining the working screen; getting familiar with the new Task Panes; creating new Webs; entering, modifying, and formatting text; incorporating graphics; applying themes; managing Webs; and previewing and publishing Webs. This course is designed to familiarize users with key  more...

FrontPage 2000 Level 2 ...s will learn advanced Web development techniques, such as using HTML, designing frames pages, creating interactive forms, developing dynamic Web pages using DHTML, integrating databases, publishing Webs, and working with forms and tables. This course teaches students the additional advanced features of Microsoft FrontPage 2000. Students will learn advanced Web development techniques, such as  more...

Getting Started With Microsoft Windows XP ...This course will teach the end-user necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop, using windows, and operating the Start menu and Taskbar. The course will also walk the students through formatting disks, printing documents, using system tools, and shutting down the computer. This course introduces students to the basic features in Microsoft Windows XP. This course will teach  more...

Getting Started With Windows Millennium ...dows Millennium Edition by teaching necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the Desktop, using windows, operating the Start menu and Taskbar, navigating in Windows Explorer, and using some of the included accessories. This course introduces students to the basic features in Windows Millennium Edition. This course will teach necessary skills like using the mouse, working on the  more...

Fall Protection You know that dream where, arms and legs flailing, you get smaller as your voice trails away and everything accelerates away from you as you fall into an endless pit. Well, in the real world, it`s not a dream; it`s a nightmare, and endless pits are a fairy tale. In reality, it`s not the fall that scares you; it`s the sudden stop at the bottom. Welcome to Fall Protection You know that dream where,  more...

Excel 2007 Level 2 ...r; use logical and financial functions; format worksheets using themes, styles, and page breaks; use 3-D references; ready workbooks for the Web; use templates to create workbooks; and insert and manipulate objects such as shapes and SmartArt diagrams into a spreadsheet. Excel 2007 Level 2 This course familiarizes students with intermediate-level spreadsheet features. Students will learn how  more...

Excel 2000 Level 1 ...ng formulas and functions, working with columns and rows, using absolute references, and printing worksheets. This course familiarizes students with the basic features of Microsoft Excel 2000, including entering text and formulas, moving data, formatting worksheet appearance, and manipulating charts. Beginning with opening a workbook, students will progress to using the Office Clipboard to  more...

Excel 2000 Level 2 ...es, and functions; formatting and linking worksheets; and using 3-D references and Microsoft Map. Students will also learn how to use Excel to save and work with files as Web pages. This course introduces students to such Microsoft Excel 2000 features as working with lists, databases, and functions; formatting and linking worksheets; and using 3-D references and Microsoft Map. Selected areas  more...

Excel 2000 MOUS ...iles and Web pages. Selected areas of instruction include using AutoCorrect and AutoFormat; understanding, using, and customizing templates; and working with data maps. Students will learn to apply the advanced features of Excel 2000 to work with records and ranges; sort, outline, and filter lists; and import and export data. PivotTables, PivotCharts, and data analysis tools and how to merge  more...

Excel 2000 Proficient This course familiarizes students with many features of Microsoft Excel 2000, including entering text and formulas, moving data, formatting worksheet appearance, and manipulating charts. Students will also learn how to save and work with files as Web pages. This course familiarizes students with many features of Microsoft Excel 2000, including entering text and formulas, moving data, formatting  more...

Excel 2002 ... in financial and logical formulas, and format worksheets using AutoFormat and predefined styles. Finally, students will learn how to customize the Excel working screen with custom toolbars, menus, and macros. This course introduces students to basic spreadsheet features and acquaints them with the tools used in Microsoft Excel 2002 through real-life scenarios and projects. The students will  more...

Excel 2000 ...Beginning with opening a workbook, students will progress using the Office Clipboard to cut, copy, and paste items. As the students get more advanced, they will work with lists, databases, and functions; format and link worksheets; and use 3-D references and Microsoft Map. Selected areas of instruction include using AutoCorrect and AutoFormat; understanding, using, and customizing templates;  more...

Database Management .... Someone taking this course should have some experience using a computer in a windows environment. No programming experience is required However some experience using Microsoft Access is recomended. There are two database case examples that are used throughout the course to illustrate database design concepts. You will need to purchase a book. Information about the book will be given upon  more...

Crystal Reports 8 This self-paced interactive course will give the student in-depth knowledge of Crystal Reports 8 and all of its functionality. One of the greatest challenges in working with data and databases is creating useful, effective, and efficient reports that people will use to enhance the business capabilities of their companies. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to quickly create  more...

Creating Outstanding Online Help: A Self-Directed Study (Software Industry) This course is for you if you have some experience as a Technical Writer (but not much creating online help)and are looking to enhance your skill set. This course demonstrates - through self-directed study - the initial process of creating effective online help by starting with a solid outline. The major assignment is to create a detailed online help system outline and submit a mini-essay about  more...

Computer Fundamentals ...rse is introductory and provides the basics pertaining to using a computer. It includes the knowledge and skills required to identify different types of computers, the components of a personal computer (including internal components such as microprocessors) and how these components work together. The module also includes the knowledge and skills relating to computer storage as it applies to  more...

Comprehensive Medical Coding Training ...ies. Coders may work from home as independent consultants using medical billing and coding programs and other computer software. Medical coding is the process of using a system of numbers to represent various medical problems, (diagnoses), and treatments. The treatment codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT-4), are copyrighted by the American Medical Association. The International  more...

Complete Course in Professional Medical Transcription using MIME method of instruction Student Edition Designed to provide the necessary knowledge and skills a Medical Transcription student needs to become certified as a qualified professional. This course is recommended for students who wish to work in a medical office. See course description for course fees. Set for a 6 month completion schedule. Recognized by the AAMT (American Association for Medical Transcription). This course follows the  more...

Complete Course in Professional Medical Transcription Using MIME Method of Instruction Professional Edition This course utilizes proven methods that provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to immediately start working either from home or on-site as a qualified MT professional. Twice as much dictation over Student Edition and additional MT modules. 12 month completion schedule. This complete course combines the most valuable and state of the art training methods available today for  more...

Comprehensive Medical Transcription Training ...d cumbersome; the words of medicine are taught in context using multisensory tasking) transcription training includes actual physician dictation, complete with background noise, accents, interruptions, the real world of dictation. We have trained hundreds of MTs, including the authors of other training programs. This is online learning at its best and Yes....we do follow AAMT training  more...

Complete Guide to Medical Math for the Health Care Professional (Crane) ...age Calculations - Homework. Step Two ? Calculating Doses Using Body Weight; Dosage Calculations - Sample Problems; Dosage Calculations - Tutor Sheets?; Dosage Calculations - Homework. Chapter 10 ? Insulin Calculations;Insulin Calculations - Sample Problems; Insulin Calculations - Tutor Sheets?; Insulin Calculations - Homework. Chapter 11 ? Percent Solutions; Percent Solutions - Sample  more...

Building with the Basics: Grammar and Punctuation Used correctly, good grammar and proper punctuation are rarely noticed but, when misused, cause document disasters. Welcome to Building with the Basics: Grammar and Punctuation Used correctly, good grammar and proper punctuation are rarely noticed but, when misused, cause document disasters. Based on a building analogy that anyone can relate to, this workshop is designed with many opportunities  more...

Build Your Own BIZ(tm) - Using Financial Statements ..., text, and downloadable resources. Description of Course Using Financial Statements will explore the following topics: The purpose of financial statements Preparation of financial statements Accounting Rules Verification of Financial Statements Comparison of Financial Statements Weaknesses of Financial Statements The Four Primary Types of Financial Statements Analysis of Financial Statements  more...

Build Your Own BIZ(tm) - How to Fire Firing an Employee may be the most difficult function you have to perform. How to Fire will help you get through this difficult process. You will receive as a bonus 1 year unlimited access to this course from the day of enrollment. If attempting to accelerate your learning (1-2 weeks or less), please pay special attention to key points so you may successfully apply the information gained from this  more...

Build a Powerful Marketing Strategy--Instructor-Led ...nications. What if you decided to tell the teenagers that using the football would decrease the national statistics for high-school drop-out rates? The message is noble and potentially appealing to teenagers, but probably not enough to encourage them to spend their allowance on your product. Now, add another element to the equation: try to sell the footballs to parents of teenagers. Perhaps the  more...

Build a Powerful Marketing Strategy--Self-Directed ...nications. What if you decided to tell the teenagers that using the football would decrease the national statistics for high-school drop-out rates? The message is noble and potentially appealing to teenagers, but probably not enough to encourage them to spend their allowance on your product. Now, add another element to the equation: try to sell the footballs to parents of teenagers. Perhaps the  more...

Bloodborne Pathogens and Infection Control for Tattooing and Body Piercing ...esponse is received." Therefore, it is OSHA's policy that using an email system to answer questions is NOT considered direct access to a qualified trainer. If the qualified trainer is available through an interactive on-line exchange or via phone communication whenever a question arises, this is considered acceptable. This training course complies with the requirement by having an online chat  more...

Build Your Own BIZ(tm) - Branding and Beyond Learn how to use branding to set your product or service apart from the competition and build value. You will receive as a bonus 1 year unlimited access to this course from the day of enrollment. If attempting to accelerate your learning (1-2 weeks or less), please pay special attention to key points so you may successfully apply the information gained from this course to your particular business  more...

Build Your Own BIZ(tm) - Customer Service That Sells Develop an internal customer service culture that is dedicated to serving your customers. You will receive as a bonus 1 year unlimited access to this course from the day of enrollment. If attempting to accelerate your learning (1-2 weeks or less), please pay special attention to key points so you may successfully apply the information gained from this course to your particular business situation.  more...

Better Public Speaking- A Low Stress Approach ... the Accessories section of the program list. You?ll send using your existing email program so no additional programs are necessary. A browser (either IE or Netscape) also is required, as well as an Internet connection. To reinforce what you have read and applied in the practical textbook, you?ll take weekly textbook website chapter self tests and send the results to me. These self-test results  more...

Blackboard Basics for K12 ...l help you learn how to develop and to manage your course using Blackboard 6. This course is offered by a State Accredited University and offers State Board Continuing Education credits for Michigan teachers.? If you are located in a state other than Michigan, please check to see if your State Board will honor the Continuing Education Credit.? The course provider will be happy to provide you  more...

Bloodborne Pathogens ...esponse is received.? Therefore, it is OSHA?s policy that using an email system to answer questions is NOT considered direct access to a qualified trainer. If the qualified trainer is available through an interactive on-line exchange or via phone communication whenever a question arises, this is considered acceptable.Who Should Take This Course: -Persons who are exposed to blood and other  more...

Bartending to the Max-Online This exceptional course is a combination of Bartending the Easy Way and Professional Bar Management. The in-depth lessons will prepare you to work as a professional bartender in all types of establishments. If you are serious about the bar business, this course will also expand your knowledge into the area of management, including inventory, profits and staff issues. This information could lead to  more...

Bartending the Easy Way-Online This exceptional online bartending course will prepare you to work as a professional bartender in all types of establishments. Bartending requires so much more than knowing how to put ice in a glass and adding the proper ingredients. This class will prepare you to be a great salesperson, a customer service expert and an honest and valuable employee, skills that will help you succeed throughout  more...

Authorware for Educators ...ensive way of learning how to develop multimedia programs using a popular authoring program. Someone taking this course should have some experience using a computer in a windows environment. No programming experience is required. This is a self-directed course that provides you with a hands-on experience using an authoring program called Authorware. The textbook introduces you to the major  more...

AS9100 Aerospace Standard General Employee Training ...on is increased through the application of the system and using a process approach for continual improvement of the system, much like ISO 9000. After you place your order, you will receive a user name, password and log-in instructions. You will log-in and work through our interactive training for approximately 1/2 hour. The training includes slides, audio and quizzes. You will be able to work  more...

Application Programming using Visual Basic 6.0 (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced) ...hop. Learn from a PRO! In designing several applications using Visual Basic 6.0, this course will demonstrate the versatility of VB to help facilitate most projects related to Windows development, as well as, to help in personal programming endeavors. In the course, focus will be geared on learning proper development of friendly GUI screens, programming techniques, optimization techniques, and  more...

An Introduction to Linux A Workshop Approach ...mphasis on practicing essential skills for setting-up and using a Linux desktop. In all, it covers general information on more than 50 Linux distributions. The course is designed for new users as a way to familiarize themselves with Linux, but it does assume the user already has some distribution of Linux installed on their system. For those students who do not have Linux installed on their  more...

Aerial Lift Safety Training ...e do the driving as you learn about safety training while using aerial lift equipment with our Aerial Lift safety-training course. Welcome to Aerial Lift Safety Training Need a lift? We do the driving as you learn about safety training while using aerial lift equipment with our Aerial Lift safety-training course. Learn the types of aerial lift accidents that commonly injure workers using  more...

Adobe Fireworks CS3 ...and comes packed with new features to set your designs up using html, java, and even CSS. With John Ulliman as your guide, you'll learn how to adjust, crop, and use filters on your digital pictures, scans and stock art. Plus, how to create composite images using layer techniques, adjustments and effects. This self-directed course can be completed within 90 days or sooner depending on time and  more...

Access 2000 Proficient This comprehensive course teaches students both the basic and more advanced elements that compose an Access database. The course will teach skills such as database creation; creation and use of tables, forms, filters and sorts, queries, and reports; as well as some techniques designed to make data entry in Access databases faster, easier, and less error-prone. This comprehensive course teaches  more...

Access 2000 Level 1 As students are introduced to the basic elements that compose an Access database, they will learn what a database is and how an effective database should be designed and set up. The students will also learn how to create their own databases and how to enter and manipulate data. This course introduces students to the basic elements that compose an Access database. Students will learn what a  more...

Access 2000 Level 2 ...g with tables and data, working with HTML and hyperlinks, using the Query Wizard, and customizing reports. Students will also learn how to maintain databases by backup, as well as how to compact and repair them. In addition, students will learn techniques designed to make data entry in Access databases faster, easier, and less error-prone. The material is presented through explanatory text,  more...

A Workshop Approach to Mastering RoboHelp Office (Latest Release) ...ent will develop and create their own online help project using the techniques and objectives discussed in each lesson plan. Actual problem solving situations will be introduced to reinforce the concepts presented in the lesson plan. By actually working through these problems, individuals will learn how to effectively apply troubleshooting techniques to real life predicaments that are  more...

Job-Seekers Workshop: 10 steps to a new beginning ... worksheet, then explains how to find potential employers using the Net, networking and the direct approach; shows how to develop, personalize and target a resume (includes samples), write an effective cover letter (includes samples); talks about the best ways to contact employers, gives tips on preparing for an interview, such as considering answers for questions that may be asked, gives  more...

Adobe Photoshop CS4 Extended: Essentials ... the confidence and know-how to achieve fantastic results using Photoshop CS4 new interface and enhanced tools. The updates to Photoshop CS4 include the Adjustments and Masks panel, the 3D commands, annotations and an improved interface. In addition you will learn non-destructive color effects and color correction, how to set file format and image compression for use on the web and how to  more...

Adobe Photoshop CS3: Advanced ...host, you'll learn how to manage and organize your images using Adobe Bridge CS3, process your photos using Camera Raw 4, create stunning compositions using Photoshop's Smart Objects and all-new non-destructive Smart Filters, edit images in perspective via the improved Vanishing Point Filter, and discover dozens of tips, tricks and time-saving workarounds to help you improve your creative  more...

Adobe InDesign CS3: Essentials Adobe InDesign CS3: Essentials Ranging from casual hobbyists to the most seasoned professionals, our users quickly learn new software applications and broaden their knowledge of programs currently used. Narrated in an entertaining format by industry experts and leading authors, our video-based software training titles are critical tools for anyone wanting to learn tips, techniques, and best  more...

Adobe Illustrator CS3: Essentials ...-depth lessons show you how to create top quality artwork using Adobe Illustrator CS3. Our lessons focus on best practices for producing better images easier and faster ? ensuring the most unique and professional work for print or the web. Get up to speed on the unique capabilities of Adobe Illustrator CS3 today! The student will have access to this course for 1 year. This self-directed course  more...

Adobe Flash CS3: ActionScript 3 Animation and Games Adobe Flash CS3: ActionScript 3 Animation and Games Ranging from casual hobbyists to the most seasoned professionals, our users quickly learn new software applications and broaden their knowledge of programs currently used. Narrated in an entertaining format by industry experts and leading authors, our video-based software training titles are critical tools for anyone wanting to learn tips,  more...

Adobe Flash CS3 Professional: ActionScript 3 Essentials ...s you how to make your Flash applications more dynamic by using the scripting language to add interactivity and control effects. If you are already familiar with ActionScript 2 from Flash 7 or 8, our video tutorials help you make the switch with minimum effort with updates about the new changes in naming, syntax and Class structure. The student will have access to this course for 1 year. This  more...

Adobe Dreamweaver CS4: Essentials ...nvaluable while designing, updating and creating websites using Dreamweaver CS4. Once oriented with the new CS4 interface you apply the techniques you have learned instantly whether you are building your first site or redesigning an existing one. You will get a solid introduction to Web design as well as step-by-step instructions for how to use the most important features in this award-winning  more...

Adobe CS3 Web Design: Workflow ...tor artwork effortlessly into Flash, build web prototypes using new functionality in Fireworks, work with video and Flash, copy and paste from Photoshop into Dreamweaver, and even empower your non-technical clients to take over ongoing site maintenance. Building better web experiences just got easier. The student will have access to this course for 1 year. This self-directed course can be  more...

Adobe CS3 Production Premium: Workflow ..., such as an opening animation, a lower third, and a bug, using After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Next it's time to dive into all new Soundbooth to create the soundtrack score and polish the audio. Wrap up your production by creating DVD menus complete with interactivity, and output to a wide range of formats including DVD, Blu-Ray, Flash Video, and of course tape. The student will  more...

Adobe CS3 Print: Workflow ... the business. Learn how to design successfully for print using Adobe CS3 Print Workflow. With print production specialist Claudia McCue as your host for this series, you'll learn what it takes to get your designs printed. You'll also explore various techniques to maximize your designs in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat and how to edit graphics in a PDF. The student will have  more...

Using CorelDRAW - Part 1 Learn CorelDRAW (Part1), the most widely used illustration package on the Windows operating platform.  more...

Adobe PageMaker 7 0 - Using the industry standard for page layout Learn PageMaker 7.0 by creating ten example documents.  more...

Applying Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace ...ective you must also develop your emotional intelligence. Using the two together, you will get along much better with your colleagues and know how to get ahead at work. You will learn how to handle your emotions and gear them towards a positive outcome. This course will teach you how to respond proactively, communicate more effectively, and inspire others to do the same. IMPORTANT NOTE:  more...

Windows 98 Level 1 This introductory course will teach students how to use the basic features of Microsoft Windows 98. The course includes lessons on customizing the Desktop using Web content, screen savers, and Desktop themes. Students will also gain un understanding of the file system, including how to use Windows Explorer.  more...

Windows 98 New Features This course will introduce students to the new features found in Windows 98, including Internet-related features. Creating a Web page using FrontPage Express and using the Online Help option are just two of the specific topics that will be covered.  more...

Beginning Active Server Pages Learn to program using Microsofta s latest technology, ASP.  more...

Advanced Active Server Pages Learn to program using Microsofta s latest technology, ASP. PREREQUISITE: Beginning Active Server Pages  more...

Basics of Effective Selling Course description -- Selling is a complex and sophisticated process, but successful sales begin and end with the basic essentials. This course includes an overview of the selling process, and provides worksheets and checklists to take you from contact list through sales call and on to follow-up and referrals. There are tools for identifying the features and benefits of your product and service,  more...

Building Strong Customer Relationships Course description -- This course will help you get to know your customer as you use the tools that are provided to conduct customer audits and listen to customer feedback. There are techniques for developing a customer focus and gaining the commitment of all employees to excellent customer service. A company-wide customer friendly culture will be just one of the payoffs youa ll get from using  more...

How To Master Customer Service Course description -- Customer service personnel are the frontline in making your customers happy and developing your reputation as a quality company. The How to Master Customer Service bundle addresses three vital aspects of customer servicea developing a customer-oriented culture, using effective telephone skills for quality customer service, and dealing with those occasional, but very  more...

Crafting the Crime Novel This course will explore the craft of writing a crime novel using facts and real terminology.  more...

Discover Your Talents To Work From Home Using online tools and resources, find your place in the work-from-home world!  more...

How To Master Palm Organizer Level 1 This course is designed to familiarize users with the basic features of the Palm Organizer. Some of the skills students will learn include getting around using the application buttons, learning how to enter text, creating appointments in the Date Book, attaching notes and alarms to records, and adding tasks in the To Do List.  more...

Word 97 Level 2 This course is designed to familiarize students with the intermediate features of Word 97 so they can increase the possibilities of what they can create with this application. Some skills they will learn include formatting paragraphs by using indents, line spacing, and tab stops; applying borders and shading; and using AutoText.  more...

Word 97 Level 3 In this course, students will learn how to use the advanced features of Word 97 to perform tasks above and beyond simple word processing, including using the Web Page Wizard. Students will also learn how to customize Word to suit their needs and make their tasks easier.  more...

Excel 97 Level 1 This course introduces the students to basic spreadsheet features and acquaints them with Excel`s tools by using real-life scenarios and projects. Some topics that will be covered include creating, editing, saving, and printing spreadsheets; using menus and dialog boxes; adjusting cells; autofills and autoformats; and modifying worksheet colors.  more...

A Day 2 - Chapters 6-9 This course is designed to teach the computer technician the skills needed to pass the CompTIA A+ Certification tests. This second of a 4-part or day (i.e. "day" - a really full day - about 10 hours of training) course covers an in-depth look at Windows 9x, including installation, configuration, and customization; troubleshooting and benchmarking a PC; using diagnostic software; working with  more...

Learn Grammar the Easy Way This fun course ends grammar confusion, using lively examples and explanations to correct common mistakes.  more...

SAP Business Information Warehouse (BI & BW) ...on - Working with the BEx Analyzer and Web Analyzer - Using filters, drilldowns, conditions, etc. - Create new queries with the Query Designer Release: BI 7. 0, ECC 6. 0 (newest SAP release) Audience: End users Prerequisite: - Basic SAP skills (SAP101) - A general understanding of SAP terms Exam & Certificate: - approx. 35 questions - Certificate of Completion  more...

Java Programming with Java SE 6 0 Java Utilities To enable the learner to use the classes and methods of the java. lang, java. util, java. io, and java. nio packages The Math class - use the methods of the Java Math class to determine the value of a variable in a given piece of code, and associate the new methods of the Math class with their corresponding functions. The wrapper classes - recognize what wrapper classes are and how  more...

Java Programming with Java SE 6 0 Basic GUI Development in Java ...se Overview To demonstrate how to build GUI applications using the Swing API Prerequisites: Knowledge of programming principles and experience in procedural programming or scripting languages, such as Visual Basic, C, or JavaScript; understanding of object-oriented languages, such as C++ or C#, is an advantage. Target Audience Programmers with an understanding of procedural programming  more...

Managing System Security in Windows Server 2003 To outline the process and considerations for securing the software infrastructure and for using security templates  more...

Securing Access to Resources in Windows Server 2003 To outline the decisons and processes for securing networks using authentication and authorization  more...

Managing Certificates in Windows Server 2003 To outline the considerations and procedures for using certificates to secure a network  more...

Using Metadata in J2SE 5 0 To explain what metadata is and how it can be used to provide annotation source to third-party tools and to outline J2SE 5.0 tool changes  more...

Java Programming with J2SE 5 Basic GUI Development in Java To demonstrate how to build GUI applications using the Swing API  more...

J2EE Architecture To provide an overview of enterprise application design and development using the J2EE platform and its enabling technologies  more...

Windows Server 2003 Physical Network Security To outline the decisions and considerations for securing VPNs and wireless networks, and for using IPSec to increase security  more...

Designing Efficient Application Access recognize how to efficiently utilize client libraries for database access using automation management objects, server Network Interface and MARS for queries and row management  more...

Understanding Your Customer Can you imagine trying to sell a product or service to a customer you know nothing about? You probably wouldn't succeed. The better you know your customer, the higher your chance for success. In this course, you'll learn about the first major component of the strategic account sales (SAS) approach: research. You'll start by learning about the key areas to research using the SAS approach and where  more...

Effectively Using Customer-focused Research Meetings In this course, you'll learn about bringing your research and communication skills together in territorial account research meetings. By conducting research meetings, you'll get the inside perspective you need to truly understand your customer. You'll start by learning how to prepare for an effective research meeting. Next, you'll explore how to conduct research meetings to gather desired  more...

Getting Started with Illustrator CS3 ...nels, and demonstrates how to create and prepare projects using document profiles and other settings. This course will also enable you to begin creating artwork using the Shape, Line Segment, Pencil, Pen, and Eraser tools to create and modify shapes. You will learn to use various Selection and Alignment tools to precisely modify and align components of your artwork, and you will use basic  more...

Coloring Objects and Using Brushes in Illustrator CS3 Adobe Illustrator CS3 allows for the addition of vibrant colors to electronic artwork. Users can now employ numerous Live Color tools and techniques to enhance the color of their Illustrator images with immediate and interactive results. Various brushing styles and tools add elaborate and colorful strokes to existing images. This course introduces color and brush techniques in Illustrator CS3. In  more...

Using Type and Symbols in Illustrator CS3 Adobe Illustrator CS3 allows for text and symbols to be added to various forms of electronic art. With the addition of text and symbols, Illustrator artwork can quickly be enhanced or customized to meet personal or business needs. This course will show you how to create point type, add and fill a type area, or arrange your type around an existing path in your illustration. This course will  more...

Importing and Tracing Images and Applying Effects in Illustrator CS3 ...ap images can be enhanced, altered, or completely changed using the special effects and filters that are built into the application. This course shows you how to place, link, and embed files from other applications into Illustrator CS3. It demonstrates the Live Trace and Live Paint features, which allow you to create full-colored vector images by tracing bitmap artwork. This course also  more...

Strategic Planning Selling high-value contracts is fiercely competitive, with buyers setting stringent criteria by which to judge prospective key suppliers. Success at this level requires knowledge of these criteria and an awareness of what will be required to ensure that your proposition is viewed most favorably. Using "stripped down" project management techniques, this course outlines the analysis and planning  more...

Using XML recognize how to use, implement, retrieve and manipulate XML data in SQL Server 2005 using XQuery language  more...

Strategic Planning and Risk Management Understanding how to excel in a climate of risk using strategic planning is crucial in today's business environment. This course will help you analyze where your business is going and how it should get there. This will help you successfully navigate the dangers inherent in risk taking. Minimizing your risk through strategic planning is planning for your success.  more...

Building a Winning Sales Team Championship teams win titles because they are comprised of members who are talented athletes possessing the right combination of skills, attitude, and enthusiasm to go out and win. The members of a winning sales team must also have the right skills, attitude, and enthusiasm to be successful. As a sales manager, how do you build an effective sales team? This course delivers answers by presenting  more...

Using Business Tools to Manage Sales Teams Managing your team is an important part of your job as a sales manager, but it isn't the only hat you wear. You also have to manage the business side of your sales manager position. For example, you have to know how to forecast sales accurately to determine the goals that your sales team will set. Like many sales managers, you've probably asked yourself, "How do I successfully and effectively  more...

Integrating Change in Your Organization The business world is constantly moving, so you can never rest on your laurels. For the change process to be effective, you must incorporate the changes that you have made and, at the same time, create structures and mechanisms that are flexible enough to allow ongoing change when necessary. To do this, you need to develop committed and flexible teams, and create an atmosphere that allows open and  more...

Managing and Maintaining Brand Equity ...ally, you will use a RolePlay to negotiate a brand crisis using a comprehensive and effective three-step process. The second lesson of this course introduces you to the social, legal, and global domain of branding. It's up to you to steer your organization's brand clear of negative social implications by recognizing ethical dilemmas. You must be ever-vigilant to avoid action taken towards you  more...

Writing a Marketing Plan Phase 1 ...rketing plan, types of plans and outline the purposes for using a marketing plan. You will then get started on writing the plan by establishing objectives and working on introductory elements. Then, you'll complete a situational analysis that evaluates the overall market, industry, internal and competitive factors pertinent to your product or service. Finally, you'll complete a SWOT analysis  more...

Problem Performance Prevention ...ng so. This is a general part of effective management, focusing on those aspects of the managerial task specific to preventing problem performance. This means employing an effective selection procedure that is based on an accurate identification of the job requirements, and then using the first period of employment to test out the effectiveness of the worker. For established workers, if you  more...

Achieving Success the Help of a Mentor Perhaps you want to ask an expert in your field or organization to mentor you. Maybe a manager has offered to guide you up the organization ladder. Or perhaps you're participating in an organizationwide mentoring program. Whatever the case, you'll want to make the most of having a mentor in your corner. In "Achieving Success: the Help of a Mentor," you'll learn how a mentor can help you guide your  more...

Mentoring On-line Rapid changes in the way organizations look and do business have generated a new business tool: e-Mentoring. Here's an opportunity to examine the challenges and advantages of e-Mentoring and explore how to adapt communication skills to electronic media. Learn how to grow and manage e-Mentoring relationships by effectively selecting and matching e-Mentors and prot??g??s, developing trust, using  more...

Recovering from Business Crises The crisis is contained and being effectively managed. Now it's time to move on. The first steps deal with communicating--to your employees and to the outside world. How and what you communicate can have significant repercussions. Miscommunication, or misleading communication, can actually lead to another kind of crisis. With the right intentions and actions, your communications can help to  more...

Starting the Change Process Every story has a beginning, a middle, and an end. The majority of organizations consider change as a new beginning--a bright new day. But is that really the case? Ask your employees how they feel about change, and they'll often say, "It's unnecessary--we're doing just fine as we are." For them, change is the end of an era; an abrupt cessation of a comfortable way of life. It's your job to ensure  more...

Managing the Change Process Picture the scene. You've just started a new job and it's everything you've ever wanted. You find your desk, meet your new colleagues, and try to carry on with your life. But things are different. Your PC isn't in the same place, the cafeteria doesn't have your favorite coffee, and your chair isn't quite right. This is how change feels. You're disoriented--things still work, but not in the same  more...

The Automotive Industry Overview Version 2 Trends in the automotive industry are considered a barometer of a mature economy. The industry has been going through some dramatic changes in the last few years, and major manufacturers, including the Big Three (General Motors, Ford, and DaimlerChrysler) and their suppliers, are reorganizing to be competitive in the global marketplace. In the unrelenting push for lower costs, operational  more...

The Pharmaceutical Industry Overview Version 2 Billions of people around the world depend on the pharmaceutical industry to help them live longer, healthier, and happier lives. However, the pharmaceutical industry is continually tasked with alleviating its own ailments, including slow growth and declining profitability owing to pricing, safety, marketing and regulatory issues. In order for companies to remain competitive in a highly regulated  more...

The Food and Beverage Industry Overview Version 2 "The discovery of a new dish does more for human happiness than the discovery of a new star," says Anthelme Brillat-Savarin in his famous work, The Physiology of Taste. However, when leading food and beverage manufacturers introduce more than 15,000 new products every year with an average success rate of only 25 , such happiness can be fleeting. Few industries have as much pressure placed upon  more...

The Health Care Industry Overview Version 2 There is growing evidence that the current health systems around the world will be unsustainable if they go unchanged over the coming years. The health care industry is under constant pressure to streamline operations and cut extraneous spending, while providing quality, safe, and cost-effective care to its patients. In addition, operating in a highly regulated environment, industry players need  more...

About 360-Degree Performance Feedback ...s, nearly all Fortune 500 and Fortune 1000 companies were using it. As well, many Global 2000 companies have incorporated this process as an essential complement to existing performance appraisal schemes. Upon the completion of this course, you will be able to soundly decide if 360-degree performance feedback is right for your organization. As well, you will be aware of issues and potential  more...

Elements of a 360-Degree Performance Review Are you familiar with the elements of the 360-degree performance review process? Are your participants familiar with them? Implementing a 360-degree performance review within your organization is a large undertaking; however, with proper preparation of your participants, the resulting feedback is far more likely to be accurate and useful. Failure to consider the crucial elements of the review  more...

Facilitative Tools and Formats Offering Options Looking for some alternatives to the standard work group format? Need to take a different approach to getting a problem resolved? Want to hold a meeting and no one's in the office? If any of these situations sound familiar, this course will provide you with some choices to meet your needs. In this course, you will explore alternatives to the standard one-facilitator group meeting or work session.  more...