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SUMMARY:Graphic Design Software Essentials Certificate
DESCRIPTION:The Adobe software tools are the leading software for graphic design. Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard computer illustration software. Use Illustrator to draw shapes and design logos\, flyers\, posters\, banners\, business cards or any other vector graphics for print or web. Adobe InDesign is the industry standard page-layout program that works with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop seamlessly. InDesign allows you to create simple to complex multi-page documents such as brochures\, flyers\, books and magazines. Use Adobe Photoshop to effectively work with selection and editing tools\, layers\, and masks to edit\, retouch and enhance existing images or create your own composite digital art work. Access to the Adobe software tools required. \nThree one-month courses.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/graphic-design-software-essentials-certificate-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Applications,Computers and Technology
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
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UID:10006138-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:WordPress Certificate
DESCRIPTION:WordPress is the most popular content management system (CMS) for website and blog design. During the first week you will learn or refresh your knowledge of all the initial steps and the required elements for having a website. Then find out how to build a simple WordPress website or blog. Topics include introduction to CMS\, WordPress installation and setup\, page and content creation\, administration\, themes (selection\, purchase\, installation and setup)\, working with widgets and plugins\, and more. Finally\, acquire advanced knowledge about WordPress options and features. You will learn how to modify WordPress web pages by hand-coding\, learn about simple yet effective search engine optimization (SEO) techniques that improve your website ranking\, and much more. After successfully completing the WordPress Certificate you will know how to build a WordPress website or blog\, customize your WordPress site by hand-coding HTML\, CSS\, and PHP\, know necessary regular WordPress maintenance\, create WordPress website backup\, and know how to apply SEO techniques in WordPress.  \nThree one-month courses.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/wordpress-certificate-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Applications,Computers and Technology
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
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SUMMARY:Podcasting
DESCRIPTION:Businesses are turning to podcasting to grow their brand and connect with customers. People with a niche hobby are turning podcasts into a business. Podcasting is experiencing a rebirth as mobile devices are everywhere. The intimate nature of the audio medium allows potential clients to get to know who you are and determine if you are the kind of company with which they want to do business.  Learn how to take your business or hobby and turn it into a podcast.  This step-by-step class will take you from start to finish and cover the required elements needed to get your show online.  Come to class with your idea and end with your show online for all to hear. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nStarting a Podcast for Businesses or Pleasure\nWhat is a podcast and how it works\nFinding your target audience and goals\nWhat type of podcast will work for your clients: interview style\, panel discussions\, host lectures\nHow long your show should be and what should you call it\nWhat realistic expectations and options are for the total number of shows you will produce\nIncluding Audio and Video options of your shows  \nUnit 2\nSetting-up your Show\nBest equipment for you (microphones\, computers\, headphones\, mixing boards) – budget options as well as full professional set up\nFinding audio files to make the “bumpers” for your show\nOptions for editing files on a mac or PC\nWhere to host your show files and setting up a website\nSubmitting to iTunes\, Stitcher and other podcast directories \nUnit 3\nRecording Your Podcast\nHow to set up a studio in your home\nWhat is a good on-the-go podcast set up?\nTalking to others outside of your business\nTips on recording your podcast for good audio quality\nSetting up simple camera and lights if you are incorporating video \nUnit 4\nMarketing and Promoting Your Podcast\nGetting the word out about your show\nMaking money with subscriptions\nBuilding a community around your podcast\nReaching current AND new clients\nHow to use your podcast to grow your leadership position in your industry\nBeing an effective marketer without being an obnoxious sales person
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/podcasting-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
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UID:10006109-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Improving Email Promotions
DESCRIPTION:Discover new ways to improve your email promotions\, including when to email\, what to email\, and testing email copy.  Then find out how to analyze your email response rates\, including getting the bench marks for open rates and click through rates.  Learn how to improve your email promotion and responses with tracking and testing. Get a basic introduction to email promotions. If you are advanced\, your instructor is an email expert and can answer your toughest questions as well. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nWhy email marketing\nTargeting promotions in the Internet Age\nReturn on Investment (ROI) for email promotions\nThe importance of permission marketing\, relevant content\, and opt-out options\nIntegrating email promotion with other kinds of marketing \nUnit 2\nHow email works\nHow commercial email vendors function\nAnalyzing Open\, click through and conversion rates\nCleaning and updating email lists\nHow HTML and text emails differ \nUnit 3\nWriting email copy\nWriting a good subject line\nWriting email body copy\nWriting response and action copy\nDesign and formatting email promotions \nUnit 4\nTesting and tracking emails\nFrequency and best times to email\nHow to test different emails\nFollowing up on inquiries\nCreating a one year email marketing plan
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/improving-email-promotions-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
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UID:10006108-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Certificate
DESCRIPTION:Come get a fundamental yet advanced introduction to eMarketing\, including improving email promotions\, analyzing your website traffic\, doing search engine optimization\, and how to successfully employ online advertising.\nRelevant for any type of organization\, including businesses\, companies\, non-profits\, and government agencies.  No eMarketing experience or expertise is necessary.  If you are already at an advanced level\, your instructors are experts and can provide the latest most advanced information and answer your toughest questions.  \nThree one month courses.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/digital-marketing-certificate-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
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UID:10006072-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Social Media for Business Certificate
DESCRIPTION:Get in on this exciting and growing way to communicate\, market and serve your customers and clients.  For businesses\, nonprofits\, government\, and other organizations. From Facebook to Twitter\, blogging\, YouTube\, LinkedIn\, and more\, discover the new principles of communication that apply across all networks and how these specific social networks work and the possible uses for your organization. Learn how social networks are used to develop a two-way communication and marketing strategy for your organization. Then find out what you can be doing\, what you should be doing\, and take back a plan to integrate social networks into your communication and marketing. Whether you are new to social networks or already involved\, you will come away with both an understanding of social networks and practical\, how-to techniques to integrate social networks into your organization or business. Your instructors are outstanding practitioners who also speak\, write\, and train others on social networks. \nThree one-month courses.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/social-media-for-business-certificate-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
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UID:10006145-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Adobe Illustrator Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard computer illustration software. Use Illustrator to draw shapes and design logos\, flyers\, posters\, banners\, business cards or any other vector graphics for print or web. In this course\, you will learn Adobe Illustrator fundamentals to set up a print document and use various tools to draw\, type and color all kinds of shapes and illustrations. Learn how to efficiently manage layers and artboards\, and create print-ready PDF documents. Access to Adobe Illustrator software required. \nOne-month course. \nAgenda \nUnit 1: Getting to Know the Interface and Drawing Tools\n-Interface menus\, tools and panels.\n-Working with various drawing and transformation tools\n-Drawing anything from simple to complex shapes and illustrations. \nUnit 2: Working with Color and Text\n-Working with color panels in the software\n-Creating\, managing and applying color and color groups\n-Learning how to type and format text using various text formatting and styling tools and panels. \nUnit 3: Working with Layers and Pen tool\n-Layers and layer management\n-Working with the Pen tool\n-Modifying a drawing using Pen tool options. \nUnit 4: Working with Artboards\n-Creating and managing multiple Artboards\n-Learning how to layout and design corporate package\n-Business cards\, letterhead and envelopes\n-Creating print-ready PDF files.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/adobe-illustrator-essentials-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Applications,Computers and Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
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UID:10006170-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Certificate in Mastering Computer Skills for the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on experience with the most widely used computer programs in the world\, and take away the skills to create professional documents\, presentations\, and spreadsheets. \nWhether you”re looking to enhance your current career or launch a new one\, this certificate program will equip you with the skills you need to succeed in today”s digital world. \nEarn a certificate that demonstrates your mastery of computer skills for the workplace by taking all three classes in this series. Discover the power of Microsoft Excel to create\, edit and manage spreadsheets\, master the art of professional document creation with Microsoft Word\, and bring your proposals and presentations to life with Microsoft PowerPoint.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/certificate-in-mastering-computer-skills-for-the-workplace-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Getting Started
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
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UID:10006173-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to ChatGPT
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with ChatGPT\, the fastest-growing app in the world. With over 100 million users within the first two months of launch\, discover why everyone is talking about this revolutionary platform. In this course\, you”ll learn how AI tools can dramatically increase your productivity and provide you with a competitive advantage in the workplace. Designed for anyone seeking to acquire new skills\, you’ll gain an understanding of the capabilities of AI tools and how to leverage them to achieve your goals faster and easier than ever before. Don”t get left behind in the AI revolution – join this course and learn how to capitalize on the opportunities it presents. Whether you”re a seasoned professional or just starting out\, this course is for you. Take the first step towards unlocking your full potential with ChatGPT.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/introduction-to-chatgpt-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Getting Started
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T070000Z
UID:10006178-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:AI Certificate
DESCRIPTION:Give your organization a competitive advantage with Artificial Intelligence (AI).  And position yourself in an emerging knowledge specialty and growth area.  \nExplore what AI can do to reduce costs\, gather more and better business data\, automate time-consuming tasks\, improve efficiency\, lower human error\, reallocate staff time for higher priority functions\, and more. \nThen master the concepts and fundamental techniques of implementing AI.  Finally\, develop an AI plan and strategy to deliver results for your workplace.  \nWalk away with the knowledge and confidence to help lead your organization into this exciting new area of business expertise.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/ai-certificate/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Getting Started
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T070000Z
UID:10006182-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Graphic Design Foundation Certificate
DESCRIPTION:Throughout history\, from the earliest carvings in stone to today’s digital designs\, graphic design has been the foundation of effective visual communication. Whether you”re designing a logo\, building a website\, or crafting a magazine layout\, the right graphic design can transform your work from ordinary to exceptional.\nBuild the skills to confidently choose the perfect graphic design for any project\, creating work that is not only visually stunning but also functionally effective.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/graphic-design-foundation-certificate-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Getting Started
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T070000Z
UID:10006073-1788825600-1788911999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Get involved in the move from in-person to online communication. Learn what social media are and their role in your business and personal life. Find out the top sites and how businesses are using the sites for communication\, customer retention\, branding\, marketing\, market research\, needs assessment and serving customers and clients. Explore the options for your organization. Look at case studies of what other organizations are doing. Let your instructor guide your exploration of Facebook and YouTube. For anyone interested in social media. \nAgenda \nUnit 1: How Marketing has Changed and Where Social Networks Fit?\nHow is marketing changing?\nWho is your customer & where are they online?\nWhat role does content play?\nWhat are the trends on the horizon? \nUnit 2: Where to Start? Strategy\, Listening\, & Accounts\nStart with a plan: Developing a social media marketing strategy.\nWhere does listening & engagement fit into strategy?\nLearning to use some basic tools\nHow are organizations using social media? \nUnit 3: What Do Social Networks Fit in Your Business?\nGeneral overview of social sites that may fit your marketing goals.\nWhere are your customers and how are they using social media?\nHow to set up social network profiles?\nCan you measure the return on your investment? \nUnit 4: Using Facebook to Promote Your Brand and Engage Your Customers\nThe Basics of Facebook: Personal & Business Applications\nHow to Set-up Your Facebook Page\nUsing Content and Posts to Boost Engagement\nCase Studies on How Businesses Use Facebook \nRequirementsInternet connection \,IE8 or higher\, Chrome\, FireFox and access to Adobe Flash Player
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/introduction-to-social-media-2/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T100718Z
UID:10005838-1788886800-1788901200@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CompTIA A+ Prep and Certification
DESCRIPTION:In this course\, we will cover both the Core 1 and Core 2 exam objectives. With this highly interactive course\, you will learn the IT essentials needed to successfully pass the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam. Your first module (220-1201) will concentrate on PC hardware and peripherals\, mobile device hardware\, and learning how to troubleshoot hardware and network connectivity issues through hands-on labs and real world examples. Your second module (220-1202) will specifically cover installing and configuring operating systems such as Windows\, iOS\, Android\, Apple OS X and Linux. Additionally\, you will learn and apply methods from two highly-sought areas in Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing. This course will prepare you to take and pass the CompTIA A+ exam\, boosting opportunities for your IT career. Both exams and all materials are included.\nPrerequisites: Successful completion and credential in CompTIA Tech +.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/comptia-a-prep-and-certification/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,IT Certifications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T100719Z
UID:10005839-1789059600-1789074000@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CompTIA A+ Prep and Certification
DESCRIPTION:In this course\, we will cover both the Core 1 and Core 2 exam objectives. With this highly interactive course\, you will learn the IT essentials needed to successfully pass the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam. Your first module (220-1201) will concentrate on PC hardware and peripherals\, mobile device hardware\, and learning how to troubleshoot hardware and network connectivity issues through hands-on labs and real world examples. Your second module (220-1202) will specifically cover installing and configuring operating systems such as Windows\, iOS\, Android\, Apple OS X and Linux. Additionally\, you will learn and apply methods from two highly-sought areas in Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing. This course will prepare you to take and pass the CompTIA A+ exam\, boosting opportunities for your IT career. Both exams and all materials are included.\nPrerequisites: Successful completion and credential in CompTIA Tech +.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/comptia-a-prep-and-certification-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Fauquier Campus\, 6480 College Street\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,IT Certifications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T103534Z
UID:10005841-1789405200-1789419600@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CompTIA Server+ Prep and Certification
DESCRIPTION:CompTIA Server+ is designed for IT professionals who work with server hardware and software\, including server administrators\, system administrators\, and data center technicians. It is a valuable certification for those who want to demonstrate their expertise in server-related tasks and responsibilities. This course will cover the following key areas server hardware and software\, server virtualization\, storage solutions\, network infrastructure\, security\, and disaster recovery. Materials and exam included.\nPre-requisite: Credential in CompTIA Tech+ and CompTIA A+
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/comptia-server-prep-and-certification/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,IT Certifications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T103225Z
UID:10005860-1789491600-1789506000@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CompTIA Cloud+ Prep and Certification
DESCRIPTION:This course will validate student skills to implement\, maintain\, optimize\, and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure services. This course will cover basic cloud architecture\, deployment\, operations\, security\, DevOps fundamentals\, and troubleshooting. All materials and exam included. This course is very fast paced. An additional 20 hours or more of study time outside of class hours will be expected. Students must have reliable internet at home to be able to complete the labs and other assigned homework. Instructors will provide students all materials and codes on the first day of class. Instructors will provide students specific dates and instructions for testing. Individuals should have a moderate understanding computer skills and knowledge. Prerequisite: CompTIA A+ Certification or 9-12 months experience working in cloud systems role.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/comptia-cloud-prep-and-certification/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,IT Certifications
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T070000Z
UID:10006074-1791158400-1791244799@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Marketing Using Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Develop a two-way communication and marketing strategy for your organization using social media. Let your instructor guide you in exploring major social media\, including Twitter\, LinkedIn\, and blogging. Learn quick\, easy ways to use Twitter\, blogs and LinkedIn to engage your customers or clients and keep them interested in your organization or business. You’ll find out the advantages and disadvantages of each\, and learn what’s right for your work and kind of organization.  \nAgenda \nUnit 1.\nSocial media as two-way communication\nThe customer-business relationship\nThe power of viral marketing\nBuilding customer loyalty with social media\nUsing social media to brand your organization \nUnit 2.\nCreating\, marketing and communicating using Blogs\nHow blogs got started\nWriting blogs for work and business\nMarketing and promoting your blog\nBusiness strategies for blogs \nUnit 3.\nHow to use Twitter\nUniqueness of Twitter\nCreating tweets and messages\nDoing research and information gathering with Twitter\nIntegrating Twitter with other publicity \nUnit 4.\nLinkedIn: a social media for professionals\nWhy businesses and professionals use LinkedIn\nHow LinkedIn distinguishes itself among social networks\nGetting connected with LinkedIn\nCase studies and examples of business and professional uses \nRequirementsInternet connection \,IE8 or higher\, Chrome\, FireFox and access to Adobe Flash Player
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/marketing-using-social-media/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T070000Z
UID:10006180-1791158400-1791244799@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Intermediate AI
DESCRIPTION:Dive deeper into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence. Explore machine learning algorithms\, natural language processing\, and neural networks\, while gaining hands-on experience with popular AI frameworks and tools. Take your AI expertise to the next level.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/intermediate-ai/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Getting Started
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T070000Z
UID:10006110-1791158400-1791244799@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Boosting Your Website Traffic
DESCRIPTION:Acquire the basic skills to boost your website traffic\, including how to analyze your visitor traffic\, how to use search engine optimization to get greater visibility and exposure in Google searches\, and how to redesign your web site copy to increase your visitors and results. No experience necessary\, but if you are at an advanced level\, your instructor is an SEO expert and can answer your toughest questions as well. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nWhy web site analysis works\nWhy web site managers analyze their visitor traffic\nCreating goals and objectives for your web site\nUnderstanding the web site visitor experience\nHow data analysis can improve web site outcomes \nUnit 2\nHow Google Analytics functions\nSetting up Google Analytics accounts\nAnalyzing traffic sources and visitor traffic\nRedesigning pages to improve retention\nTesting web site versions with Google Optimizer \nUnit 3\nSearch Engine Optimization\nUnderstanding how page ranking and positions are determined\nRedesigning the title bar\, alt tags\, heading area\, and links your URL\nKeyword density and rewriting web page copy\nStrategies to improve your page rank \nUnit 4\nMoving to Web 2.0\nGeneration Y and the Web 2.0 Attitude\nDeveloping user-created content\nCreating interactive web sites\nThe future of web sites
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/boosting-your-website-traffic/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
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UID:10006171-1791158400-1791244799@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Mastering Microsoft Word
DESCRIPTION:Master the art of document creation and take your professional skills to the next level with Microsoft Word\, which is essential for success in the modern business world. Discover how to format text\, paragraphs\, images\, and pages with ease. Get hands-on experience creating professional-looking documents\, from resumes and cover letters to reports and brochures. \nFind out how to use templates and themes to save time and streamline your workflow. At the end of this class\, you will be equipped with the skills to create\, edit and share polished documents that will impress employers and coworkers and give you a competitive edge in the workplace.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/mastering-microsoft-word/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Getting Started
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T070000Z
UID:10006147-1791158400-1791244799@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Adobe Photoshop Essentials
DESCRIPTION:This fundamental course covers Adobe Photoshop CC most commonly used tools\, menus and panels. You’ll learn all the basics of Photoshop to effectively work with selection and editing tools\, layers\, and masks to edit\, retouch and enhance existing images or create your own composite digital art work. Impress your business organization\, friends and family by enhancing their photos and create magazine cover quality enhanced images. Access to Adobe Photoshop software required. \nOne-month course. \nAgenda \nUnit 1: Getting to know the Interface and Selection Tools\n-Interface menus\n-Tools\n-Panels\n-Working with the various Selection tools \nUnit 2: Working with Layers and Masks\n-Layers and layer management\n-Non- destructive editing using masks\n-How to type and format text\n-Using various type formatting and style tools and panels \nUnit 3: Image Correction & Enhancement\n-Photo correction and enhancement tools\n-Crop\, dodge and burn\n-Recoloring\, retouching\n-Healing brushes \nUnit 4: Using the Drawing Tools\n-How to use the Pen tool\n-Other drawing tools in Photoshop\n-Advanced drawing and selection\n-File formats\n-How to save files for print or web
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/adobe-photoshop-essentials/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Applications,Computers and Technology
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
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SUMMARY:HTML Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:This course covers all the basics of HTML coding language. You will learn building simple web pages by hand coding\, using HTML tags to create paragraphs\, heading\, lists\, links\, insert images and tables and more. We also cover creating a simple multi-page website with images\, text and a navigation bar. 
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/html-fundamentals/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Applications,Computers and Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T103124Z
UID:10005843-1791277200-1791298800@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel Essentials (Level 1)
DESCRIPTION:Formulas and functions are the name of the game\, and this course will give you the tools to create powerful formulas and understand why an Excel spreadsheet without formulas has no heart! In this course\, you will learn: (1) Introduction to worksheets: Formatting sheets and cells\, numbers\, dates\, basic calculations\, (2) Rearranging data: Working with rows\, cells\, and columns\, (3) Managing multiple worksheets\, formulas\, and cell references\, (4) Data visualization with charts and images. Using tools for formatting and editing\, and (5) Organizing large amounts of data: Sorting\, freeze panes and window split.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/microsoft-excel-essentials-level-1/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Fauquier Campus\, 6480 College Street\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Applications,Computers and Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T094138Z
UID:10005842-1791306000-1791316800@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:ITIL Foundations Prep and Certification
DESCRIPTION:If you are an IT professional looking to get into IT service management using ITIL best practices\, the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL®) Foundation Certification course is the first step in your preparation. The course will prepare you for the ITIL version 4 Foundation exam\, introducing you to basic concepts used in IT service management. In this course\, you will acquire the essential skills and information necessary to lead and manage an IT business service through every stage of its lifecycle. This course is completely online and students will attend classes via zoom. Textbook and exam voucher included.\nPrerequisite: CompTIA A+ or 9-12 months of networking experience*
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/itil-foundations-prep-and-certification/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Workforce Online Class\, VIRTUAL - ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,IT Certifications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T103129Z
UID:10005844-1791882000-1791903600@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel Advanced (Level 2)
DESCRIPTION:Begin automating spreadsheets and learn how to create linking formulas that automatically connect data over many different worksheets\, allowing for easy one-time data entry. Grow your portfolio by adding a group of the most powerful formulas frequently used in Excel and then splash your spreadsheet with useful graphics and templates to highlight and connect key informational points. In this course\, you will learn: (1) advanced formatting: themes\, cell styles\, customizing page setup\, (2) date and time functions\, conditional formatting\, (3) advanced functions for text and analysis: IF criteria\, troubleshooting formulas\, and (4) introducing lookup functions and the outline features.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/microsoft-excel-advanced-level-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Fauquier Campus\, 6480 College Street\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Applications,Computers and Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T220000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T094148Z
UID:10005862-1792432800-1792447200@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CySA+ Prep and Certification (CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst)
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to advance your career in cybersecurity? This program will prepare you to enter the cybersecurity field by teaching you threat and vulnerability management\, software and systems security\, compliance and assessment\, monitoring and security operations and incident response.\nPrerequisite: Credential in CompTIA Security+
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/cysa-prep-and-certification-comptia-cybersecurity-analyst/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Workforce Online Class\, VIRTUAL - ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,IT Certifications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T150000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T103130Z
UID:10005845-1792486800-1792508400@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Microsoft Excel Expert (Level 3)
DESCRIPTION:Many users are aware of the basics. After this class you will have a distinct competitive advantage as the Excel go-to-person performing sophisticated data analyses. Show others how to stop wasting time on repetitive tasks\, be the protector of spreadsheet data from errors and unwanted manipulation\, and quickly share your work with others by converting workbooks to different file formats. In this course\, you will learn: (1) Working with tables: Calculated columns\, structured references\, table features\, (2) Financial functions and what-If analysis: PMT\, PV and NPER Functions\, (3) PivotTables and Pivot Charts\, (4) Work with Macros and (5) Workbook protection and inspecting workbooks for compatibility.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/microsoft-excel-expert-level-3/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Fauquier Campus\, 6480 College Street\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Applications,Computers and Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T210000
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T094147Z
UID:10005861-1793120400-1793134800@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CompTIA Project+ Prep and Certification
DESCRIPTION:With the rising need of IT professionals with project management skills\, CompTIA Project is a great starting point to gain entry level skills. This certification class prepares you to manage those small\, less complex projects. Throughout this class\, you will learn essential project management concepts such as the project life cycle\, ensuring appropriate communication\, managing resources and stakeholders\, and maintaining project documentation. This class will prepare you to take the newest Project+ version\, PK0-005 and provide experience required to advance to higher IT Management certifications\, such as PMP. Prerequisite: CompTIA A+ or 9-12 months experience in IT management.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/comptia-project-prep-and-certification/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,IT Certifications
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T070000Z
UID:10006075-1793577600-1793663999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Integrating Social Media Into Your Organization
DESCRIPTION:Take away a practical strategy and techniques for implementing social media for your organization or business.  Learn how to create your own private social media using Ning\, work socially using Google Docs and calendars\, and move your website to an interactive Web 2.0 site. Then your instructor will help you choose which social media tools are right for your situation\, and then integrate them into your web site to develop a social media strategy for your organization. Find out what you can be doing\, what you should be doing\, and take back a plan to integrate social media into your communication and marketing. \nAgenda \nUnit 1. Running a Community and Creating Your Own Social Network Using Ning\nOnline Communities and Creating Your Own Social Network with Ning\nTop 5 Considerations When Starting a Social Network\nWhat Goes into Build a Great Social Network\nWhat is an online community manager\nWhat is Ning and How to Use the Platform\nExamples of Companies Using Ning \nUnit 2. What Tools to Use for Your Organization\nWhat tools and platforms will help get content on the web\nReadings on top new tools to consider\nHow to select which tool to use\nHow video fits into online marketing\nOrganizing and collaborating with Google products\nHow to take advantage of mobile and local in applications and search \nUnit 3. Integrating Social Platforms into Your Web Site\nDiscovering how web design has changed and what is needed for true integration\nUnderstanding elements on web sites that increase interaction\, engagement\, search engines findability\nLearn best practices for website usability and landing page design\nDiscuss how your sites compare and generate next steps that will improve your business \nUnit 4: Developing a Manageable Work Flow: Time\, Resources\, Policies\, and Trends\nDeveloping a Manageable Work Flow\nTime and Resources: How do you know where to spend your time?\nTarget Social Media Influencers to Boost Traffic and Sales\nIs Your Company Ready for Social Media or Are They Holding You Back?\nTrends – What”s Next or Are We Still Working on Last Year”s Trends?\nSocial Media Policies and Planning For A Crisis \nRequirementsInternet connection \,IE8 or higher\, Chrome\, FireFox and access to Adobe Flash Player
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/integrating-social-media-into-your-organization-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTSTAMP:20260609T004553
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T070000Z
UID:10006179-1793577600-1793663999@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:AI Planning and Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Develop effective AI strategies to solve complex problems across various industries. Gain practical insights into how AI can be harnessed to enhance efficiency and drive innovation. By the end of the course\, you will have the skills to create robust AI planning solutions that can adapt to dynamic environments and meet organizational goals.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/ai-planning-and-strategies-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Getting Started
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