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SUMMARY:Self-Study: Project Management Knowledge Areas
DESCRIPTION:Self-Study: Start anytime\, end anytime! \nIn today’s business environment\, there is a need for good project management.  Project management provides visibility of project health to the business and the customer.  Through continuous monitoring\, early detection of variations to plan\, schedule\, and budget can be communicated to stakeholders for quick resolution\, including project cancellation.  The Project Management Professional community does this through the five (5) Project Management Processes supported by the ten (10) Project Management Knowledge Areas.  This course introduces the student to the ten (10) Project management Knowledge Areas and their support role and relationships to the five (5) Project Management Processes. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nProject Integration & Scope Management\n– Integration Management\n– Direct & Manage Project Work\n– Perform Integrated Change Control\n– Scope Management\n– Control Scope \nUnit 2\nProject Time & Cost Management\n– Time Management\n– Sequence Activities\n– Control Schedule\n– Cost Management\n– Plan Cost Management \nUnit 3\nProject Quality\, Human Resources & Communications Management\n– Quality Management\n– Human Resources Management\n– Communications Management \nUnit 4\n Project Risk\, Procurement & Stakeholder Management\n– Risk Management\n– Plan Risk Responses\n– Procurement Management\n– Stakeholder Management
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/self-study-project-management-knowledge-areas/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Administration / Management,Business and Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T210000
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UID:10005345-1775584800-1775595600@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Medical Assistant  Program (CCMA) FP
DESCRIPTION:A Medical Assistant plays a vital role in today’s healthcare industry! In this course\, you will gain both the administrative and clinical skills necessary for success in the field. Topics covered include clinical patient care\, administrative assisting\, anatomy\, pharmacology\, point-of-care testing\, phlebotomy\, and EKG placement\, delivered through classroom lectures and hands-on labs. All books\, supplies\, and exams are included in the class. Upon successful completion of the program\, students are eligible to sit for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam. Whether you are starting or looking to enhance your medical career\, this course will equip you with the essential skills to thrive in the healthcare industry. \nRegistered students must attend a Healthcare Orientation prior to the start of class.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/medical-assistant-program-ccma-fp-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Healthcare / Allied Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T140000
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UID:10005386-1775642400-1775656800@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Career and Internship Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Corron Building for the Career Fair! Open to all students and community members—everyone is welcome.
URL:https://laurelridge.edu/event/career-and-internship-fair/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, Corron Community Development Center – Thompson Event Center\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T093641Z
UID:10004623-1775894400-1775919600@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:HVAC Journeyman / Master Exam Prep
DESCRIPTION:This course will assist those preparing for licensure by providing a review of material that one might expect to see on the exam. Individuals desiring to work as tradesmen in heating\, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)\, must obtain a license in accordance with the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations. The exam includes installation\, alteration and repair of HVAC systems and incidental equipment.\nUpon registration\, students will receive a confirmation email with a list of technical references that are encouraged for this class\, but not mandatory. This is the same list of references that students will be able to bring to the actual exam. Plan to register for the Journeyman exam soon after completing this prep class.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/hvac-journeyman-master-exam-prep/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC),Skilled Trades
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T114036Z
UID:10004691-1775894400-1775919600@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Electrical Journeyman/Master's Exam Prep
DESCRIPTION:This course will assist those preparing for licensure by providing a review of material that one might expect to see on the exam as well as the process to apply for an Electrical tradesman licensing exam. Individuals desiring to work as tradesmen in electrical must obtain a license in accordance with the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulations. Upon registration students will receive a confirmation email with a list of techncial references that are encouraged for this class\, but not mandatory. This is the same list of reference that students will be able to bring to the actual exam. Plan to register for the Journeyman exam soon after completing this prep class. 
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/electrical-journeyman-masters-exam-prep/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Electrical,Skilled Trades
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T103612Z
UID:10004838-1776063600-1776101400@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CDL-A Weekday Class FULL PRICE
DESCRIPTION:With a national driver shortage of more than 200\,000\, trucking companies are hiring! Local\, regional\, and over-the-road companies are calling Laurel Ridge for their CDL graduates and most students have job offers before they graduate! Professional training and job placement assistance are available to students. Our instructors have many years’ experience in trucking\, with many of those years in truck-driving training and placement of new drivers.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/cdl-a-weekday-class-full-price-8/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commercial Drivers License,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T093507Z
UID:10005269-1776099600-1776114000@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CompTIA Server+ Prep and Certification FP
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-fp/
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:20260414T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T200000
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CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T093936Z
UID:10005306-1776186000-1776196800@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Construction Project Management FP
DESCRIPTION:Enhance your construction experience with a credential specializing in Project Management! The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Construction Project Management Certification program is designed to provide you with knowledge of project planning and design\, estimating\, scheduling\, contract documents along with the techniques and technology necessary to be successful. 3+ years experience in the Construction Industry highly recommended prior to taking this course. The class is taught in an accelerated format which requires work to be completed outside of class time\, including a cumulative project. Textbook and all certifications included. This class meets twice a week for a total of 22 class sessions. \nPre-requisite: 3+ years of industry experience or successful completion of Fundamentals of Construction Project Management.  Complete pre-assessment prior to registration.  Construction Project Management Pre-assessment
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/construction-project-management/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Fauquier Campus\, 6480 College Street\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Construction,Skilled Trades
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T103553Z
UID:10004829-1776495600-1776533400@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CDL-A Weekend Class FULL PRICE
DESCRIPTION:With a national driver shortage of more than 200\,000\, trucking companies are hiring! Local\, regional\, and over-the-road companies are calling Laurel Ridge for their CDL graduates and most students have job offers before they graduate! Professional training and job placement assistance are available to students. Our instructors have many years’ experience in trucking\, with many of those years in truck-driving training and placement of new drivers.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/cdl-a-weekend-class-full-price-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commercial Drivers License,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T110407Z
UID:10005350-1776499200-1776528000@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Heavy Equipment Operator Level 1
DESCRIPTION:Become a heavy equipment operator and earn an industry recognized credential. The Heavy Equipment Operator program was developed to meet the growing employment demands for equipment operators.\nThis class serves as the first level of training in the Heavy Equipment Operator program. Structured as a hybrid class\, using online homework and live classroom lecture\, students will learn the following content: core craft skills\, orientation to the trade\, heavy equipment safety\, identification of heavy equipment\, basic operational techniques\, utility tractors\, introduction to earthmoving\, and interpreting civil drawings\, using simulator exercises for equipment basic controls\, loading & unloading\, excavating\, and trenching.  Students receive hands-on training with state of the art simulators\, that replicate real-life operating scenarios through rotation-motion platforms and high-resolution 3D displays for excavator and wheel loader equipment.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/heavy-equipment-operator-level-1/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Fauquier Campus\, 6480 College Street\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
CATEGORIES:Construction,Skilled Trades
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T093941Z
UID:10005340-1776504600-1776519000@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Dental Radiation Health & Safety
DESCRIPTION:This live online seminar meets the Virginia Board of Dentistry’s Radiation Certification requirement (18VAC60-30-80)\, enabling individuals to be certified to take dental X-rays in Virginia. Please note that this course does not provide clinical training in taking X-rays. The focus is on the safe use of X-ray equipment. Instructional methods include PowerPoint presentations\, lectures\, and question-and-answer sessions. No X-ray radiation will be administered during the class. Clinical competence in producing dental radiographs is not an expected outcome. An exit assessment will be conducted at the end of the course for certificate issuance. Pre-work must be completed before the class begins.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/dental-radiation-health-safety-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Workforce Online Class\, VIRTUAL - ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Dental,Health and Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T093512Z
UID:10005271-1776790800-1776801600@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:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20260325T134944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T134944Z
UID:10005518-1776859200-1776862800@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Communication: Identifying and Adapting to Behavioral Styles Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Maureen Barnes \nEffective communication isn’t one-size-fits-all. In this interactive webinar\, participants will explore how behavioral styles influence the way people communicate\, collaborate\, and respond in the workplace. By gaining insight into the four primary behavioral styles\, attendees will learn how to recognize different communication preferences and adjust their approach to build stronger connections and reduce misunderstandings. \nMaureen Barnes is a passionate learning and leadership facilitator who loves helping people develop their careers. With many years of experience in banking\, finance\, and retail\, she’s worked with everyone from brand-new hires to senior leaders\, always focused on making learning practical\, engaging\, and easy to apply on the job. Maureen is known for creating a supportive\, interactive environment where people feel comfortable asking questions\, trying new skills\, and stretching beyond their comfort zones. \nWhether she’s leading a classroom session\, facilitating virtually\, or coaching one-on-one\, Maureen brings warmth\, clarity\, and real-world insight to every engagement. Her background in instructional design\, project management\, and leadership development allows her to tailor training that truly meets people where they are. Today\, through her work with Laurel Ridge Community College\, Maureen partners with organizations to build stronger leaders\, better teams\, and better results. \nRegister: https://vccs.zoom.us/meeting/register/QEUidZQwQ2yOn2dk5dY3XA
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/communication-identifying-and-adapting-to-behavioral-styles-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Business and Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T103616Z
UID:10004839-1777273200-1777311000@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:CDL-A Weekday Class FULL PRICE
DESCRIPTION:With a national driver shortage of more than 200\,000\, trucking companies are hiring! Local\, regional\, and over-the-road companies are calling Laurel Ridge for their CDL graduates and most students have job offers before they graduate! Professional training and job placement assistance are available to students. Our instructors have many years’ experience in trucking\, with many of those years in truck-driving training and placement of new drivers.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/cdl-a-weekday-class-full-price-9/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commercial Drivers License,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T103320Z
UID:10004612-1777708800-1777723200@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Getting Started in Trucking: First steps to your CDL
DESCRIPTION:Have you thought about getting a Commercial Driver’s License? CDL Drivers are in high-demand and Laurel Ridge Community College can help you get your Class A Commercial Driver’s license and get started in a new exciting and rewarding career. This free class will give you an overview of the trucking industry and is taught by a CDL professional. Spend a few hours learning about what you can expect in this growing industry. The first step is getting your CLP (Commercial Learner’s Permit) and this class will help you prepare to pass the test and earn your Permit. Additionally\, there are other requirements for obtaining your CDL which will be explained. You can even take the first steps to get registered for the class. To complete our Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program you must possess a Class A CDL Learner’s Permit from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in the state you hold a license. The DMV Class A CDL examination consists of three parts: (1) General Knowledge; (2) Air Brakes; and (3) Combination and you must pass all three parts. This 4-hour test prep course will help you prepare to take the examination and covers key elements of the Commercial Driver License Manual. The class will be a combination of lecture\, discussion and practice tests designed to help you prepare and study. Additionally\, we will share important information about registering for our CDL class and how our students can obtain their DOT physical at no cost\, which is required to sit for the Learner’s Permit Examination at the DMV. Register for FREE today… If you have any questions you can contact our CDL office at 866-693-4661 ext. 0871. This program is intended for students enrolled or planning to enroll in our CDL training program at Laurel Ridge Community College / Workforce Solutions.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/getting-started-in-trucking-first-steps-to-your-cdl-5/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commercial Drivers License,Transportation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T093234Z
UID:10005315-1777708800-1777737600@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG) FP
DESCRIPTION:This class will focus on gas metal arc welding\, commonly known as MIG welding. Using carbon steel and filler material\, students will learn from industry professionals proper welding techniques and disciplines.  An emphasis will be placed on welding and grinding safety\, welding defects (causes and cures)\, and welding personal protective equipment.  Using newly acquired skills\, students will attempt AWS qualification exams. Supplies and testing are included in the tuition for this class. Proper attire\, including closed toe boots or shoes\, and long pants\, is required.   
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/gas-metal-arc-welding-gmaw-mig-fp-2/
LOCATION:Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus\, 173 Skirmisher Lane\, Middletown\, VA\, 22654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Skilled Trades,Welding
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T114815Z
UID:10004893-1777852800-1777939199@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-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T114822Z
UID:10004898-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Designing Online Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the online instructional environment\, envisioning your online course\, developing a web course\, phases of design and development\, design guidelines\, and more. Discover the principles behind the adoption of technology innovation and the nature of the online learning environment. Then get tips for planning your online course\, identifying resources and design guidelines. Discuss the phases of design and development and models\, motivating student-student interaction\, and managing interaction.  Get the latest information on copyright issues\, assessment and evaluation. Your instructor is co-author of the book “The Online Teaching Survival Guide”\, which you will receive in the mail with this course. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nOverview of the Online Instructional Environment\nInternet basics\nPrinciples behind the adoption of technology innovation\nThe nature of the online learning environment \nUnit 2\nEnvisioning Your Online Course\nTypes of web courses\nPreparing for the move to the Web\nAnalyzing your current course\nPlanning your web course\nIdentifying resources\nDesign guidelines \nUnit 3\nDeveloping a Web course\nTeam vs. Individual approach to development\nPhases of design and development\nModels of web courses \nUnit 4\nOnline Interaction\nOnline collaboration\nCreating an interactive environment\nMotivating student-student interaction\nManaging interaction \nUnit 5\nIssues in the Web Environment\nManaging email\nFacilitating discussions\nClass size\nCopyright
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/designing-online-instruction-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business and Professional Development,ONLINE Teacher Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T114840Z
UID:10004910-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Developing Your Leadership Skills
DESCRIPTION:Especially for future and emerging leaders in Gen Y\, come discover the key concepts of being a leader and the best strategies for developing your leadership skills and influence.  Learn the unspoken secrets that leaders know and the strategies they employ/exhibit in for influencing others. Leadership skills are acquired and learned. The action takes place in attending meetings\, running meetings\, interacting with others 1:1\, and employing successful techniques to convince and influence others. You can become a leader if you know the do’s and don’ts; what to say\, what not to say; what to do\, what not to do. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nMaking Leadership Happen\n-What leaders do\, and don’t do\n-What Leaders Believe\n-Attributes of leaders: what characteristics leaders have that others don’t\n-Making it happen: becoming a leader\n-Leadership procedures and processes\, how leaders work \nUnit 2\n Attending Meetings: Where the Action Is\n-How to attend a meeting when you are not the leader\n-The dynamics of meetings\n-Recognizing the players in a meeting\n-How to study.  The unspoken cues of body language\, silence\, objections\,\n-Studying/Reading the leader in a meeting \nUnit 3\nThe Secrets of Leading Successful Meetings\n-Creating your meeting agenda and objective\n-The 5 Secrets of leading an outcome oriented meeting\n-Getting something passed\n-Understanding meeting procedures: Bob’s Process Model \nUnit 4\nChange: How to Influence Others\n-Creating the argument\n-Delivering the case\n-Gaining support\, before\, during\, and after meetings\n-Taking leadership
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/developing-your-leadership-skills-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business and Professional Development,Leadership
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTSTAMP:20260407T084625
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T114923Z
UID:10004937-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Cash is King
DESCRIPTION:Cash is arguably the most important factor in business success. Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) reports 90% of all small business failures are due to poor cash flow—more money gets paid out than collected. It is the non-financial manager who really makes a difference in the day-to-day cash activities. Discover how to maximize cash flow\, learn the importance of cash and find out your role in cash flow success. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nCash Flow Strategies\nWhy cash is so important in business\nWhat are the cash-critical stages in business\nWhat internal sources of cash are possible\nWhat potential external sources of cash there are \nUnit 2\nReporting and Evaluating Cash Flow\nReview of the Cash Flow Statement\nReview of Projected Cash Flow Report\nWhat the Cash Cycle communicates\nWhat improvements can be made to shorten the cash cycle\nCalculating cash cycle \nUnit 3\nProjecting Cash Needs\nHow much cash the business needs\nWhen cash injections are needed\nWhich cash needs will internal sources be able to cover\nWhich cash needs must be met through external sources\nMaking comparisons with other businesses in the same industry \nUnit 4\nFunding Requests\nWhat debt sources of cash are possible\nWhat are the potential equity sources of cash\nWhat requirements different funding sources have\nMaking a pitch to investors\nApproaching potential lenders for financing
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/cash-is-king-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Administration / Management,Business and Professional Development
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UID:10004946-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Intermediate Data Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Many of your business decisions involve comparing groups for differences. For example\, would men and women prefer different product features? In addition\, you may look at relationships between variables. Does product recognition relate to subsequent product purchase? This Intermediate Data Analysis course will introduce you to the statistics behind these group differences and relationships. In addition\, you’ll learn how to work with ratings\, graphs and user-friendly reports of statistical results. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nLooking for Differences between Groups\n-Two separate groups\n-Two related groups\n-Three or more groups \nUnit 2\nLooking for Relationships\n-Pairs of variables\n-Clusters of variables\n-Predicting one variable from one or more variables \nUnit 3\nLooking at Ratings\n-Tests of difference using ratings\n-Tests of relationship using ratings \nUnit 4\nLooking at How to Report the Results\n-Visual displays\n-How to draft the narrative\n-How to engage your audience
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/intermediate-data-analysis-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Administration / Management,Business and Professional Development
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTSTAMP:20260407T084626
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T114956Z
UID:10004957-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:The Business Plan
DESCRIPTION:Whether starting a business or growing the one you have\, a business plan serves as a roadmap and can help secure needed funding.  In this course\, you evaluate the many aspects and potential hurdles of the business and  build the Business Plan\, one step at a time. This practical\, hands-on approach encourages you to immerse yourself in the vision and planning aspects of your business.  Focusing on the most critical components of the Business Plan enables you to uncover hidden risks and assess the business from a marketing\, management\, and financial vantage point.   \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nGetting Started—Refine your concept and begin your plan.\n•  Prepare your concept statement—What\, Who\, Why\, When\, and How.\n•  Identify product/service features and benefits.\n•  Identify limitation\, liabilities\, and regulations.\n•  Write your Business Description and evaluate it against a Business Description checklist.  \nUnit 2\nPrepare the Marketing Plan\n•  Conduct an industry and competitive analysis.\n•  Perform a market analysis and identify target markets and a market penetration strategy.\n•  Identify your pricing strategy.\n•  Write your Marketing Plan and evaluate it against a Marketing Plan checklist. \nUnit 3\nPrepare the Management and Financial Plans\n•  Identify key people and positions\, duties and responsibilities.\n•  Determine funding needs and sources.\n•  Create sales and expense estimates.\n•  Write your Management and Financial Plans and evaluate them against checklists. \nUnit 4\nComplete the Business Plan and Assess Business Feasibility\n•  Polish the plan and add final elements—Cover Page\, Executive Summary\, Table of Contents.\n•  Evaluate business plan against checklist and identify items in need of additional work.\n•  Assess business against feasibility checklist.\n•  Identify next steps.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/the-business-plan-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Administration / Management,Business and Professional Development
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DTSTAMP:20260407T084626
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T115014Z
UID:10004968-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Extraordinary Customer Service
DESCRIPTION:Transform your customer service into something extraordinary. As a result more repeat business will improve your bottom line.  Customer service separates you from your competition. Extraordinary customer service comes from focusing on the few essential elements that yield big results. Discover how easy it is to tweak your customer service from the ordinary to the extraordinary. You”ll take away a customer service plan that will help you focus on the key elements that will get you started on your pathway to success.  \nAgenda \nUnit 1: Understanding Your Customer\nWhy customer service is important\nKnowing your customer\nCustomers are constantly evaluating you\nBasic customer service skills you may not have thought of \nUnit 2: Setting Customer Expectations\nAnalyzing customer contacts\nDeveloping internal customer targets\nHow to easily exceed your customers” expectations \nUnit 3: Developing Effective Processes\nWhat is working for your customers\nRe-engineering your process\nWays to give the best information\nHandling complaints \nUnit 4: Marking Customer Service Extraordinary\nTweaking the customer”s experience\nTelling the world how great you are\nHaving fun
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/extraordinary-customer-service-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business and Professional Development,Career Enhancement
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DTSTAMP:20260407T084626
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T115019Z
UID:10004971-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Effective Copywriting
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are sending out a press release\, communicating internally with a memo or promoting your own skills on LinkedIn\, strong writing skills are the key to success.  Come away with the tools and techniques you need to improve your copywriting skills and learn how to avoid the common writing mistakes that can hold you back. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nCopywriting Essentials\nHow to tell the difference between bad copy and good copy\nThe art of the perfect sentence\nDeveloping your message\nCrafting your document roadmap\nAdapting your style to the audience and message \nUnit 2\nGetting to the Point\nClarity and brevity: Less is more\nActive vs. Passive Voice\nCutting the clutter\nUsing concrete examples and avoiding unwarranted superlatives \nUnit 3\nSelf Editing\nLeaving yourself time for revisions\nAvoiding common grammar mistakes and punctuation pitfalls\nSubject\, verb and object agreement\nFact checking\nThe benefits of having an in-house style guide \nUnit 4\nCreating Attention-grabbing Press Releases\nWriting benefit-driven copy\nSetting the right tone\nLanguage to use and language to avoid\nWriting a great headline
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/effective-copywriting-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business and Professional Development,Career Enhancement
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DTSTAMP:20260407T084626
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T115047Z
UID:10004991-1777852800-1777939199@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-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Computers and Technology,Marketing Online
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UID:10005014-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Intermediate Video Game Design
DESCRIPTION:Worldwide\, video game sales including consoles\, and online and mobile games are projected to reach $111 billion dollars this year. Mobile games are the fastest-growing segment of the market as more and more people play casual games. By 2019 Price Warehouse predicts social and casual game sales will exceed traditional game sales. In this intermediate introductory course you will learn the basics of video game design process\, learn about the main video game genres\, and use a game development application to begin your journey of making games.  \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nA brief history of Video Game Development\n– Arcades & Consoles\n– From PCs to Multiplayer\n– Play a Game -Game Analysis\n– Game Maker Introduction \nUnit 2\nPlayer Motivation\n– Geographics\, demographics\, and psychographics\n– Who Plays\n– Why We Play\n– Game Maker Making Art: About Sprites\, Objects\, Rooms \nUnit 3\nPlatforms\, Genres and Story Elements\n– Game Application: The Audience\n– Platforms & Player Modes\n– Story Elements: Premise\, Backstory\, Synopsis\, Theme\, & Setting\n– Character Archetypes & Character Development\n– Game Maker: Programming Events & Actions \nUnit 4\nThe Production Process\n– Documentation: The Game Design Doc\n– Creating the Team\n– Production Phases\n– Marketing\n– Game Maker: Your First Game
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/intermediate-video-game-design-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business and Professional Development,Career Enhancement
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UID:10005021-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Project Management Processes
DESCRIPTION:Acquire a well-rounded knowledge of the five Project Management Processes relating to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide. This basic information will assist you in learning the beginnings of project management\, whether you are interested in project management\, in a project management field\, or in any line of work.   Come away with a solid foundation of the five processes to learn and use when any type of project occurs in your employment arena. \nAgenda \nUnit 1\nProject Management Process Welcome & Initiating Process Group\n-What is Project Management\n-What is a Process\n-Initiating Process Group \nUnit 2\nPlanning Process Group\n-Developing the Project Management Plan\n-Planning strategy\n-Planning for desired project objectives \nUnit 3\nExecuting Process Group and Monitoring & Controlling Process Group\n-What differs between Executing and Monitoring & Controlling process groups\n-Analysis and risks\n-When to make changes and how \nUnit 4\nClosing Process Group & Farewell\n-How to be aware of what should be thought of when closing a project\n-Review of lessons learned and why it is important\n-Review acknowledgement of all five process groups
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/project-management-processes-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Administration / Management,Business and Professional Development
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T093954Z
UID:10005033-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:The Basics of Bookkeeping
DESCRIPTION:How do you keep track of the day-to-day financial transactions of a business?  Whether you are looking to advance in your career\, or you’re an entrepreneur\, (or maybe you are a part of a family business)\, this course will help you if you are looking to understand the numbers.  The Basics of Bookkeeping course will help you understand\, and know how to record\, every penny that comes into your business and every penny that goes out of your business.  This course shows you how to create a chart of accounts that will meet your needs.   All of the money you spend and all of the money you earn have a place to go.  How do you record them?  What are debits and credits?  What do the numbers mean?  How do you label accounts?  Even if you outsource your bookkeeping needs\, you should still have a basic understanding of what happens with the money earned and the money spent.  No one should be blind to his or her finances!  In this course you will learn where the numbers go and why!  You will learn bookkeeping terminology\, as well as what it means to keep track of the numbers.  At the end of the cycle\, what do the numbers mean?  The Basics of Bookkeeping will show you how to keep track of the numbers and why!
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/the-basics-of-bookkeeping-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Administration / Management,Business and Professional Development
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DTSTAMP:20260407T084626
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T093409Z
UID:10005048-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Intermediate Excel
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered why Excel is one of the most powerful applications used today by many businesses? Excel is one of the most important applications that you can study now to take your skills to the next level! This course will help you increase your efficiency by learning how to organize\, display and calculate your data into useful information. Find out how you can consolidate your data proficiently into readable rows and columns using different table designs and styles. Create a unique style for yourself to improve your spreadsheet appearance to make the content easier to understand for your target audience. Learn from the trainer on how beneficial it is to become more productive in generating different everyday business functions. Discover how easily pivot tables can be created to quickly summarize large amounts of data. Through this course\, these tasks will make your work outstanding and unique in what you do. \nAgenda \nUnit 1 – Organizing Worksheet and Table Data\nIntroduction to tables\nFormatting tables using styles\nUsing formulas in tables\nSorting and Filtering table data \nUnit 2 – Understanding Popular Excel Functions\nUnderstanding Name Manager\nApplying business functions\nCreating functions that handle text\nPerforming basic lookup functions\nCreating functions that work with dates and times \nUnit 3 – Improving Worksheet Appearance\nFormatting cells in worksheets\nCorrecting common function errors\nCreating and using worksheet outlines\nCustomizing Excel user interface \nUnit 4 – Analyzing Data Using Data Validation and Pivot Tables\nUnderstanding how to convert text to columns\nUnderstanding how to analyze spreadsheet data\nUnderstanding the basic pivot table layout and key terms\nCreating and formatting simple pivot tables
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/intermediate-excel-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business and Professional Development,Career Enhancement
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTSTAMP:20260407T084626
CREATED:20250114T070000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T115227Z
UID:10005051-1777852800-1777939199@laurelridgeworkforce.com
SUMMARY:Intermediate Six Sigma Green Belt
DESCRIPTION:To be successful\, organizations must manage by fact. As such\, organizations depend on the measurement and analysis of performance to make key decisions that affect the organization.  This Intermediate Six Sigma Green Belt course builds on the ideas and skills learned in the Introduction to Six Sigma Green Belt course that organizations use\, specifically their Six Sigma teams\, to improve. In this second course in the certification program\, participants will learn process analysis\, data collection and analysis\, probability and valid statistical conclusions\, and hypothesis testing. Many participants find this course to be the most challenging of the certification courses.
URL:https://laurelridgeworkforce.com/event/intermediate-six-sigma-green-belt-3/
LOCATION:Online 24/7
CATEGORIES:Business Administration / Management,Business and Professional Development
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