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May 15, 2012

Introduction to Screenwriting



There's never been a better time to start a career as a screenwriter! This course will teach you everything you need to know to write a script that can sell. You'll examine what makes a screen story work, how to structure that story into a script, how to tell your story visually, and how to make your dialogue sing. You'll learn how to develop your brilliant idea into a solid first draft, and how to rewrite that draft into something great. And you'll explore the rapidly expanding market for scripts and see how you can grab your place in it. Whether this is your first movie script or your 30th, you'll come away from this course with a better understanding of how to write a great screenplay.

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May 1, 2012

Introduction to Adobe Acrobat X



You may think Adobe Acrobat X is used for creating PDF files, and you'd be right. But you may not know that Acrobat X lets you produce PDF files from nearly anywhere—using everything from scans to Web pages, spreadsheets to Flash movies. You'll see how to add features like navigation and security, how to create an interactive form from a simple document, and many ways to share and control PDF documents. If you've ever sent a document to coworkers and then waited for replies, you'll enjoy learning how Acrobat X automates the process for you.  You'll handle PDF and source files in many ways as you work with the project files (available for both Windows and Mac) supplied with this course.

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April 24, 2012

Creating WordPress Websites II



Discover how to use WordPress, the world's most popular Web page publisher, to create and manage dynamic websites and blogs without any technical coding! You'll learn everything you need get started with WordPress.org, from choosing a domain name and a hosting company to installing the software. You'll find out how to use WordPress plug-ins to add a shopping cart, optimize search engine results, and keep your website secure. You'll also get a taste of HTML and CSS so you can customize the site's look and feel.  By the end of this course, you'll be able to build a website that can do almost anything!

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April 17, 2012

Introduction to Chemistry



Even if chemistry tormented you in high school or college, you can master its principles! In this course, you'll gain a solid foundation in the basics of chemistry. Starting with a discussion of matter and energy, you'll explore the building blocks of everything around you—the structure of the atom, the elements of the periodic table, organic and inorganic compounds, and the reactions that occur between atoms and molecules. Along the way, you'll learn why everything that goes on in your body depends on a chemical reaction. This course will prepare you for a health-related career or for success in a college-level chemistry course.

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April 10, 2012

Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2010



Microsoft Publisher 2010 is a powerful desktop publishing software package.  In this course, you'll learn to use Publisher tools, templates, and ribbon features to create a variety of documents for print or online use. It's perfect for beginners who want to learn how to design professional-quality newsletters, fliers, brochures, and letterheads.

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April 10, 2012

CompTIA® Security+ Certification Prep 2




The U.S. Department of Labor forecasts that computer security and related computer-support specialties will be among the fastest-growing occupations through 2018. CompTIA's Security+ certificate is widely regarded as the entry-level certificate for gaining access to this high-paying, in-demand field. In this six-week course, the second of two, you'll continue to review the key terminology and concepts you need to know to prepare for the CompTIA® Security+ exam and earn your Security+ certificate.

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March 27, 2012

QuickBooks 2012 for Contractors



Designed specifically for contractors, this course teaches you to use the Premier Contractor Edition of QuickBooks 2012 to run your contracting business more efficiently. You'll discover how to create custom and professional-looking contract estimates and generate useful and dynamic reports. You'll also learn the different methods for billing your clients, including the QuickBooks progress invoicing and job-costing features. Clear lessons and step-by-step instructions will give you hands-on practice with the features you're sure to use every day.

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March 20, 2012

Intermediate Microsoft Access 2010



Take your knowledge of Microsoft Access databases to the next level. Learn how to import and export data, write powerful queries, customize your database interface, build reports, deploy your database in a multi-user environment, and much more!

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March 13, 2012

Introduction to Digital Scrapbooking



Learn to use digital editing techniques to show off your photos, images, and memorabilia! Using Photoshop Elements, this course will teach you how to make the most of your scrapbooking talents and artistic ideas when you combine traditional and digital scrapbooking.No previous experience using Elements is required!

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March 6, 2012

Singapore Math Strategies: Advanced Model Drawing for Grades 6-9



When you say, "It's time for math," do your students roll their eyes? What teacher hasn't dealt with that? It doesn't have to be that way. In this course, you'll master model drawing, a revolutionary technique for teaching problem-solving to middle school math students. Model drawing is a core part of Singapore Math, a base-10 math program that forms the foundation of math instruction in Singapore. When you introduce model drawing into your classroom, your students will succeed with word problems, build math skills, and develop self-confidence. Model drawing works—and it's fun as well. Get ready to turn your math students into math lovers!

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February 21, 2012

Business Finance for Non-Finance Personnel



Come and explore different business strategies and discover how decisions using those strategies affect the financial landscape in a business organization and at home. In this course, you'll learn about the basic business model and follow the flow of finances through business operations. You'll gain an understanding of business acumen and see how companies use basic financial statements to report important information about their financial wellbeing. 

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February 14, 2012

Introduction to QuickBooks 2012



Learn how QuickBooks accounting software makes it easy to set up a chart of accounts; reconcile your checking account; create and print invoices, receipts, and statements; track your payables, inventory, and receivables; create estimates; and generate reports.

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February 7, 2012

Microsoft Word 2010 in the Classroom



Master Microsoft Word, and be a more productive and creative teacher! This powerful software can make your documents come to life and help you integrate technology in your classroom. You'll learn how to create, open, edit, and save your documents, as well as how to use tabs, margins, and spacing. In addition, you'll find out how to add borders, clip art, WordArt, shapes, pictures, and tables. Each step of the way, you'll explore fun and creative lesson plans for introducing Word to your students through activities ranging from letter-writing projects to book reports. You'll discover that Word enhances your teaching in ways you didn't think possible, and you'll come away with a host of ideas for curriculum-related classroom projects.

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January 24, 2012

Photoshop Elements 10 for the Digital Photographer II



Bring out the best in your images! If you have a basic working knowledge of Adobe's Photoshop Elements 10, this course will help you take your skills to the next level. Gain ability and confidence as you master the advanced features of this award-winning software, specifically designed for photo enthusiasts. You'll be amazed at how effectively you can use artistic filters, layering techniques, and advanced editing tools, and before long you'll be creating collages, turning images into text, and restoring old photos like a pro. Packed with hands-on activities and step-by-step instructions, this course will make you an accomplished user in just a few weeks.

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January 24, 2012

What's New in Microsoft Office 2010



Get up to speed on the latest version of Microsoft Office 2010! In these lessons, you'll explore all the new features of Office as you work with Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, and Access databases. Before you know it, you'll be using each of these programs with ease, accomplishing your work faster, and creating documents that look better than ever. If you're still using Office 2003 or 2007, you'll learn how to transition smoothly to this newer version—and if you're already using Office 2010, you'll discover ways to work more quickly, efficiently, and confidently.

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January 17, 2012

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2012



Take control of your payroll with QuickBooks 2012! This fun, hands-on course teaches you how to use the payroll feature in QuickBooks to create paychecks, pay tax liabilities, and generate dazzling reports with little effort. You'll go step-by-step through the process of setting up your payroll system, mastering skills including creating an entry for a new employee, tracking time and job cost data, generating required forms and reports, and accessing information on the Internal Revenue Service website. In addition, you'll save hours of time by learning troubleshooting tips and solutions for common problems and mistakes.

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January 10, 2012

Introduction to Microsoft Access 2010



Take control over your data! Whether you're a novice or an experienced database user, these hands-on lessons will show you how to harness the full power of Microsoft Access 2010. You'll learn to build and customize tables, and you'll discover how to use forms to simplify data entry, create reports, and design queries. By the time you've finished this course, you'll know how to construct an effective database for any information you need to store, document, and manage—at home or on the job.

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January 3, 2012

Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 in the Classroom



What teacher couldn't use help motivating students and keeping their interest? In this course, you'll discover how to create captivating lessons and attention-grabbing classroom presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint 2010. With the help of step-by-step instructions and fun activities, you'll master everything from creating slides to developing lessons and presentations filled with text, graphics, sound, and video. You'll learn how to use PowerPoint templates or create your own dynamic presentations—and you'll even find out how to help your students use PowerPoint themselves!

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December 27, 2011

Writing Young Adult Fiction



From Harry Potter to Twilight, young adult fiction is one of the hottest genres for today's novels. This course shows you how to develop your own young adult story step-by-step, from structuring your plot to polishing your final manuscript. You'll learn how to connect with teens and young adults, write breathtaking action scenes, and create realistic dialogue. And best of all, you'll find out how to get published! Whether you're interested in writing fantasy, romance, science fiction, or historical novels, you'll learn everything you need to know to make your story a success.

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December 20, 2011

Intermediate Photoshop CS5



If you're already using the basic tools in Adobe Photoshop CS5, take your photo-editing skills to a new level! In this course, you'll become an expert at using layers, layer masks, Smart Objects, and other advanced features that let you re-edit images easily long after you create them (and long after the Photoshop "undo" command expires). Once you see what non-destructive editing can do for your projects, you'll never look back!

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December 13, 2011

Photoshop Elements 10 for the Digital Photographer



Take your images from so-so to spectacular! Adobe Photoshop Elements 10 gives you the tools you need to achieve high-quality results right from the start. As you master this award-winning software, you'll learn to edit images on your computer, correct flaws, enhance your final product, create simple art projects, prepare images for email and the Web, and organize your images so you can keep track of them easily. Designed for camera enthusiasts with no photo-editing experience, this course will take you from novice to accomplished user in just a few weeks. Upgrade students are welcome as well!

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December 6, 2011

Introduction to Python 3 Programming



Enhance your résumé by adding Python to your programming skills! In this course, you'll learn to create basic programming structures including decisions and loops. Then you'll move on to more advanced topics such as object-oriented programming with classes and exceptions. In addition, you'll explore unique Python data structures such as tuples and dictionaries. You'll even learn how to create Python programs with graphic elements that range from simple circles and squares to graphical user interface (GUI) objects like buttons and labels. Whether you're interested in writing simple scripts, full programs, or graphical user interfaces, this course will give you the knowledge you need to use Python with skill and confidence.

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November 29, 2011

Start Your Own Edible Garden



Grow delicious, nutritious fruit and vegetables in your own backyard! In this course, you'll learn how to give your garden a healthy start and keep it growing strong all season. You'll discover the secrets for growing leafy greens, root vegetables, fruit, herbs, and more. In addition, you'll learn how to spot pests and diseases before they destroy your bounty. You'll find out how to fix pH and drainage problems in your soil, and you'll take the guesswork out of watering as you explore a variety of irrigation options. Whether you want to provide your family with nutritious food, save money, get some exercise, or just be more self-sufficient, this course will give you the skills you need to ensure a successful harvest.

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November 22, 2011

Teaching Students With ADHD



Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are always hearing things like "Try harder," "Pay attention," and "Sit still." And they'd love to do these things—but they don't know how! In this course, you'll learn practical ways to help children with ADHD control their behavior and succeed in school. These lessons, based on real students in real classrooms, will arm you with powerful strategies you can put to use immediately. In addition, you'll explore myths and facts about ADHD and see how this condition affects motivation, activity level, attention, and memory. By the time you're done, you'll have the skills and knowledge you need to help students with ADHD compensate for their problems and achieve their full potential.

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November 22, 2011

Differentiating K-12 Assessments



Differentiated assessment is the key to helping every student succeed—and no matter what grade you're teaching, this course will give you the tools you need to gather your assessment data quickly and easily. You'll begin by exploring strategies for performing pre-assessments, formative (ongoing) assessments, and summative assessments. Next, you'll discover how to identify and share learning goals, gather assessment information, adjust your instruction, and provide feedback to your students. Whether you're a new or experienced teacher, this course will provide you with a wealth of practical ideas you can start using in your classroom right away.

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November 15, 2011

Introduction to CorelDRAW X5



Unleash your creative genius! Learn to draw with confidence, using CorelDRAW to design professional newsletters, greeting cards, web graphics, logos, and exquisite art created from your own photos. In these lessons, you'll delve into the basics of graphic design as you learn about line and shape tools, color fills, layers, text tools, page layout, templates and import and export functions. In addition, you'll discover how to apply special effects including shadows, transparences, 3D effects, distortions, and PowerClips. Whether you're designing for business or pleasure, this course will give you all the skills you need to create images of the highest quality.

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November 15, 2011

Certificate in Integrative Mental Health



(19 contact hours) This groundbreaking certificate program addresses the dramatic shift taking place in the healthcare field as alternative, holistic, and integrative therapies are increasingly being used to treat mental health disorders. Topics include anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders in children and adolescents, sleep disorders, mental health and aging, depression, chronic pain, and Alzheimer's disease. This program is ideal for nurses and other health professionals as well as individuals interested in integrative mental health and wellness.

Accreditation:


ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. 

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product. 

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for CE contact hours in all states.

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 14693, for the stated number of contact hours. 

California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. This course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFCCs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. 

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are approved for continuing education credit for diabetes educators. All ANCC accredited courses are accepted for continuing education credit by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE). 

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider.  Provider Number 451562-11

This activity is being provided by ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC and co-provided by Education to Go.

 

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November 8, 2011

Intermediate InDesign CS5



Harness the full power of Adobe InDesign CS5! In this course, you'll master advanced features like templates, libraries, styles, anchored objects, text variables, color management, and eBooks. No matter what you want to design—from newsletters and brochures to interactive PDF documents—you'll find the tools you need in these fun, hands-on lessons. Each lesson includes materials for working in InDesign CS4 as well.

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November 1, 2011

Mastering Public Speaking



You can become an effective public speaker! In these lessons, you'll learn how to talk confidently and persuasively to both large audiences and small groups. You'll master the art of verbal and nonverbal communication, find out how to overcome your fear of public speaking, learn how to organize and deliver a short or long speech effectively, and practice techniques for communicating with ease and skill in any setting from a meeting to a job interview. 

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October 25, 2011

QuickBooks 2011 for Contractors



Designed specifically for contractors, this course addresses the accounting, time tracking, billing, and estimating needs of the construction industry. We'll focus on how to use the Premier Contractor Edition of QuickBooks 2011 to run your contracting business more efficiently. Clear lessons and step-by-step instructions will give you hands-on practice with the features you're sure to use on the job on a daily basis.

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October 18, 2011

Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2010



Take your Excel skills to the next level! In these hands-on lessons, you'll master charting, PivotTables, Slicers, Sparklines, and other advanced features of Microsoft Excel 2010. You'll learn how to harness the power of Excel's data analysis and filtering tools and see how easy it is to create macros that eliminate repetitive tasks. You'll also set yourself apart from the casual Excel user by adding VLOOKUP, INDEX & MATCH, and Excel's other time-saving functions to your repertoire. So get ready for six fun, action-packed weeks that will make you an Excel expert!

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October 11, 2011

Advanced Web Pages




Take your Web design skills to the next level! Whether you want to work as a freelance Web designer, join a Web development team, or build websites for your organization, this course will give you the advanced tools you need. You'll learn to present content with HTML (including new HTML5 elements) and define styles with CSS, using style sheets to create pages that work in both full-sized media and mobile devices. You'll also build forms that collect information and embed video that works in all browsing environments. Along the way, you'll explore aesthetics, color scheming, and accessible Web page design. As a bonus, you'll learn the most cost-effective ways to set up your sites. Even if you're a beginner, this course will fully prepare you to build websites using state-of-the-art techniques.

 

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October 4, 2011

Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2010



Are you overwhelmed by emails, meetings, and to-do lists? Harness the power of Microsoft Outlook 2010, and you'll instantly enhance your efficiency and productivity. In this course, you'll learn your way around the new ribbon-based interface and get up and running quickly. You'll start by learning how to manage the flood of emails you receive, creating folders and archives so you can always find what you need. Then you'll discover how to keep track of your contacts and use Outlook's Calendar and Alert features. You'll also find out how to customize Outlook so it perfectly meets your needs, and how to automate your work with rules. And finally, you'll get insider tips that will make you the Outlook guru in your office. In just a few weeks, you'll be a skilled and confident user of this time-saving tool—and you'll never have to worry about missing a meeting, losing an email, or forgetting an important task again!

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September 27, 2011

Introduction to Peachtree Accounting 2012



Handle accounting tasks quickly and easily with Peachtree Accounting 2012! In these lessons, you’ll learn to use this software to set up accounts for vendors, customers, and inventory items. After that, you’ll master the simple steps for creating invoices, collecting payments, paying bills, and printing checks. In addition, you’ll find out how to make journal entries and create trial balances. And finally, you’ll discover how to generate financial reports and handle end-of-month procedures. With the power of Peachtree on your side, you’ll breeze through those routine accounting chores you used to dread! 

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September 20, 2011

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2010



Take your PowerPoint presentations from “so-so” to sensational! In these lessons, you’ll learn how to use Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 to create impressive slide presentations that include text, objects, SmartArt, multimedia, animation, sound, charts, clip art, and hyperlinks. In addition, you’ll discover how to create a PowerPoint photo album with your digital pictures. You’ll also master PowerPoint Web App, an online version of PowerPoint, and learn how to save your presentations as PDF files and videos. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user, this course will teach you how to turn simple slides into an exciting presentation that will grab and hold your audience’s attention from start to finish.

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September 6, 2011

Intermediate Dreamweaver CS5



Take your web design skills to new heights as you master advanced Adobe Dreamweaver CS5 techniques! You’ll get hands-on practice in using pure CSS layout and discover how to incorporate multimedia elements such as Flash video and audio. In addition, you’ll explore the use of XML and XSL. In just 12 lessons, you’ll harness the power of this industry-standard Web development tool.

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August 16, 2011

Introduction to QuickBooks 2011



Use the power of QuickBooks 2011 software to take control of your business finances! In these lessons, you’ll learn how to set up a chart of accounts, pay bills from vendors, invoice customers, create receipts, and reconcile a checking account. In addition, you’ll discover how to track your accounts payable and receivable, manage your assets, control inventory, and create estimates and reports. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced QuickBooks user, the accounting skills you’ll master in these lessons will save you time, effort, and money.

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August 16, 2011

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks 2011



Cut your payroll tasks down to size with QuickBooks 2011! With the help of simple instructions and hands-on activities, you’ll quickly master all the steps for setting up your payroll system. You’ll learn how to access IRS information, set up entries for new employees, create checks, pay liabilities, enter employee time, and track job cost data. And what about all those forms and reports you need to file, from W-2s to Federal forms 940 and 941? No problem—they’ll be a cinch with the power of QuickBooks on your side. Whether you’re new to QuickBooks or want to expand your skills, this course will teach you time-saving techniques that will make performing payroll a breeze.

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August 9, 2011

Microsoft Excel 2010 in the Classroom



Bring the power of Microsoft Excel 2010 into your classroom! This course, designed especially for teachers, gives you the skills you need to use Excel with ease and confidence. In addition, you’ll get teaching tips and standards-based lesson plans and activities so you can pass your Excel knowledge on to students at any grade level. You’ll start with the fundamentals: Using tabs, formatting cells and worksheets, inserting formulas for mathematical calculations, and creating colorful charts and graphs. Then you'll move on to more advanced Excel features such as sorting and analyzing student test data for differentiated instruction, writing powerful formulas of your own, and using Excel to automatically calculate student averages and other statistics. You'll finish the course by creating a customizable grade book that you can use in your own classroom. By the end of these lessons, you'll have a solid understanding of this powerful Microsoft Office program and a wealth of ideas for integrating technology into your lesson plans across your curriculum.

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August 2, 2011

Photoshop Elements 9 for the Digital Photographer II



Bring out the best in your images! If you have a basic working knowledge of Adobe's Photoshop Elements 9, this course will help you take your skills to the next level. Gain ability and confidence as you master the features of this award-winning software, specifically designed for photo enthusiasts. You’ll be amazed at how effectively you can use artistic filters, layering techniques, and advanced editing tools, and before long you'll be creating collages, turning images into text, and restoring old photos like a pro. Packed with hands-on activities and step-by-step instructions, this course will make you an accomplished user in just a few weeks.

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July 26, 2011

Introduction to Guitar



Learn to play guitar, and become the musician you‘ve always wanted to be! In this fun and informative course, you’ll build basic guitar skills step-by-step with the help of hands-on exercises, audio and video recordings, and detailed illustrations. First, you’ll get to know all the parts of your guitar, from frets to strings. Then you’ll jump right in and learn to read music, play clear and beautiful notes and chords, and control your rhythm, tempo, and volume. And finally, you’ll discover how to add expression and artistry to your music. The classical guitar skills you’ll master in this course will allow you to play any style of music, from hard rock to country-and-western. Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate student, you’ll gain new skills and confidence with each lesson—and by the end of the course, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a skilled guitar player.

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July 19, 2011

Medical Math



Master medical calculations in an engaging environment! In these fun and practical lessons, you’ll gain the medical math skills you need to do anything from calculating dosages to using scientific formulas. You’ll begin with a review of fractions, decimals, and percentages, and then cover the measurement systems and conversions used in the medical field. Before long, you’ll be doing real-world dosage calculations for oral, parenteral, and intravenous medications. You’ll also learn basic statistics with applications to the medical field. Whether you’re new to medical math or want to enhance your skills, this course will give you the confidence you need to perform calculations with ease.

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July 12, 2011

Introduction to Illustrator CS5



If you’re planning a career as a graphic artist, you need to master Adobe Illustrator CS5—and this course will give you the skills you need to use this powerful software tool with confidence. You’ll learn how to create infinitely resizable vector images and add stunning effects using blends, brushstrokes, and shading techniques. You’ll also find out how to move images between Photoshop and Illustrator, so you can take advantage of the strengths of both programs. You’ll become skilled in using the Recolor Artwork and Gradient tools, and you’ll learn how to draw and trace with the Pen tool. In addition, you’ll discover how to work with color, use shortcuts for applying color to images, and add special effects such as 3D to your drawings. Whether you’re a beginner or want to enhance your existing Illustrator skills, this is the course for you!

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June 28, 2011

Intermediate Flash CS4



It’s time to take your Flash design skills to the next level! In this course, you’ll learn how to use Movie Clip symbols to create movies inside movies. Then you’ll practice using ActionScript to control Movie Clips and the objects inside them, and you’ll use external ActionScript class files to draw and animate graphics dynamically. After that, you’ll discover how to load and format external content such as text and images on the fly, mastering techniques for keeping your lengthy SWFs lean, mean, and responsive. This course is full of ActionScript examples, and you’ll even learn how to use ActionScript to create Flash applications that make decisions based on user input. You’ll also delve into advanced Flash animation and special-effects techniques including the Motion Editor, Bone tool, and Spray Brush tool. By the time you finish this course, you’ll know more than enough to confidently market yourself as a Flash designer.

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June 28, 2011

Intermediate Flash CS5



It’s time to take your Flash design skills to the next level! In this course, you’ll learn how to use Movie Clip symbols to create movies inside movies. Then you’ll practice using ActionScript to control Movie Clips and the objects inside them, and you’ll use external ActionScript class files to draw and animate graphics dynamically. After that, you’ll discover how to load and format external content such as text and images on the fly, mastering techniques for keeping your lengthy SWFs lean, mean, and responsive. This course is full of ActionScript examples, and you’ll even learn how to use ActionScript to create Flash applications that make decisions based on user input. You’ll also delve into advanced Flash animation and special-effects techniques including the Motion Editor, Bone tool, and Spray Brush tool. By the time you finish this course, you’ll know more than enough to confidently market yourself as a Flash designer.

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June 21, 2011

Introduction to Crystal Reports




Discover the techniques the pros use to produce attractive, reader-friendly reports for any audience. Designed for Crystal Reports XI, Crystal Reports 2008, and Crystal Reports 2011, this course will teach you how to transform the information that lies buried in your database or accounting program into clear, easy-to-understand documents. With the help of hands-on activities and step-by-step instructions, you’ll learn the secrets for extracting, sorting, and grouping your data. In addition, you’ll find out how to include totals for groups of figures or for the entire report. Next, you’ll master the art of building your reports and formatting your material to create a polished, professional look. By the time you’re done, you’ll be able to produce anything from a quick meeting handout to an elaborate annual report—and you’ll never be intimidated by report-writing tasks again!

 

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June 7, 2011

Introduction to Windows 7



If you're new to computers, or just new to Microsoft Windows 7, this course will get you up to speed fast. You'll learn how to use the desktop, icons, gadgets, and other Windows 7 features, and you’ll work with pictures, text, folders, and files. In just a few weeks, you'll master all the skills you need to make the transition from helpless beginner to knowledgeable user!

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May 17, 2011

Intermediate Microsoft Word 2010



Microsoft Word 2010 is a powerful and popular program, yet most people use only a fraction of its features. In this course, you'll learn Microsoft Word's more advanced features, which can make writing easier, faster, and more fun. You'll discover how to create an index, make a list of figures, build a table of contents, do desktop publishing, perform a mail merge, and use timesaving shortcuts. By the end of the course, you'll know how to use Word both to save lots of time and to set your creativity free!

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May 12, 2011

Photoshop Elements 9 for the Digital Photographer



Bring out the best in your images! Whether you’re making quick fixes or detailed enhancements, Adobe's Photoshop Elements 9 provides the tools you need to achieve high-quality results. As you master this award-winning software, you’ll learn to edit images on your computer, correct flaws, enhance your final product, create simple art projects, prepare images for email and the Web, and organize your images so you can keep track of them easily. Designed for camera enthusiasts with no photo-editing experience, this course will take you from novice to accomplished user in just a few weeks. Upgrade students are welcome as well!

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April 26, 2011

Easy English 3



Want to take your intermediate English skills to the next level? If so, this is the course for you! Fun activities and games will help you master the English you need for real-life situations including interviewing for a job, buying a home, and taking care of your health. You’ll build grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills step-by-step. You’ll develop strategies for reading comprehension and improve your listening skills through audio and video activities. With each lesson, you’ll become more fluent, more confident, and more prepared to speak English at home, at school, or on the job.

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April 12, 2011

Introduction to Interior Design



Are you a creative person with an eye for design? If so, this course will show you how to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. You’ll delve into color theory, interior design styles and trends, spatial arrangements, floor plans, “green” design, and other basics. In addition, you’ll explore a range of interior design careers and get insider tips for entering this exciting and challenging field. As you master design skills step-by-step, you’ll complete your first project: a fully developed room design complete with spatial layout, lighting, and finish selections. Your new knowledge and hands-on practice will give you the confidence you need to start creating beautiful residential interiors for yourself and others.

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April 5, 2011

Protect Your Money, Credit, and Identity



Do you worry about criminals stealing your identity or scammers cheating you out of your money? Are you feeling threatened by abusive debt collectors or predatory lenders? If so, this course offers you the help you need. You’ll learn how to prevent identity theft and protect yourself against credit card fraud, Internet scams, and real estate “dirty tricks.” And that’s not all! Your course instructor—a former Assistant District Attorney—will show you how to avoid pitfalls when you’re doing anything from buying a used car to selecting a credit card or considering a service contract. You’ll also see how to obtain your credit score and discover the right way to clean up your credit history. In addition, you’ll find out how to slow down (or even stop) foreclosure proceedings. And if you’re getting harassing calls from debt collectors, this course will bring you up to speed on the federal and state laws that can give you peace of mind. By the time you finish these lessons, you’ll have the facts you need to avoid scams and rip-offs, and you’ll know how to make debt collectors and credit card companies play by the rules.

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March 22, 2011

Writing and Selling Self-Help Books



In today’s highly competitive book market, it takes insider know-how to land a publishing contract for a self-help book. This course, taught by a New York Times bestselling author, will introduce you to the world of publishing and tell you the secrets for writing a self-help book that catches the attention of agents and publishers. In these hands-on lessons, you’ll build your own polished proposal package and create a finely honed writing sample. You’ll also discover how to use the powerful technique of story-telling to kindle your readers’ interest and illustrate your book’s message. By the end of this course, you’ll know all the tricks for breaking into the market as a first-time author.

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March 15, 2011

Introduction to Microsoft Project 2010



Discover how to effectively plan, implement, and control projects using Microsoft Project 2010, the world's most popular project management software. In these lessons, you’ll learn how to use Microsoft Project to think through and organize your project's details, plan a schedule, sequence tasks, produce a baseline, assign resources and costs, track your progress, identify and analyze variances, and revise your project plan. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to produce a project plan that wows your audience and empowers you to achieve your business goals.

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March 8, 2011

Creating WordPress Websites



Want to build an attractive, sophisticated blog or website—without having to learn any special coding? WordPress is the answer you're looking for! WordPress is one of the world's most popular Web design tools because it's free, it's easy to use, and it produces professional results. In these lessons, you'll get hands-on experience with this powerful tool as you create your own combination WordPress blog and website. You'll walk through the process from start to finish, mastering everything from planning your content to picking a theme. For WordPress beginners, there's no easier way to learn the ropes. By the end of the course, you'll know how to use WordPress confidently to launch and maintain your own blog or interactive website.

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March 1, 2011

Small Business Marketing on a Shoestring



When it comes to marketing for a small business, money isn't everything! In this course, you'll learn how to use the same marketing tricks the big companies employ—without making a big dent in your wallet. As you build your own customized marketing plan step-by-step, you'll discover how to attract your target audiences, entice customers to buy your product or service, and keep buyers coming back for more. You'll master cost-effective strategies including strategic partnerships, local marketing, search engine optimization, social networking, e-mail marketing, lead generation, and niche marketing. In addition, you'll find out how to generate the referrals that are key to your company's success. You'll get tips on evaluating your tactics, tracking your results, and fine-tuning your approach so it gets better every year. Best of all, the small business marketing strategies you'll learn will fit into any budget—and some are even free!

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February 22, 2011

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010



Learn how to create and modify documents in Word 2010, the world’s most popular word processing program. With the help of step-by-step instructions and hands-on activities, you'll quickly master every basic feature of Word and be able to use this program confidently at home or on the job.

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February 15, 2011

Introduction to Photoshop CS5



Are you a photographer or a graphic artist—or do you want to alter your old family photos for albums or scrapbooks? Then you need to learn Photoshop, the world's best graphics program. This hands-on, project-oriented course is filled with detailed, easy-to-follow instructions that teach you how to edit photos and create original images and basic paintings. Discover how to improve photographs by removing flaws, correcting for poor exposure, or adding elements using the newest techniques Adobe Photoshop CS5 has to offer. You’ll even learn how much fun it can be to paint again without the mess to clean up. And best of all, you don’t need any special artistic ability or prior Photoshop experience to take this course.

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February 8, 2011

Introduction to InDesign CS5



Have you ever seen a terrific-looking brochure or newsletter, and wondered how it was made? Chances are the designer used Adobe InDesign CS5, the industry-standard desktop publishing software. And here’s the great news: You can produce amazing documents in InDesign yourself, even if you’re a beginner. In this class, you'll get hands-on experience using InDesign to design and create professional-quality letterhead, business cards, brochures, PDF files that play movies, and more. You'll discover that you don't need to be a designer or an artist to produce beautiful documents!

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February 1, 2011

Start Your Own Gift Basket Business



Take your first step toward a career as a gift basket designer! This course will tell you everything you need to know about starting a gift basket business and running it successfully. First, you’ll learn how to make gift baskets that stand out from everyone else’s. You’ll discover where to find foods, products, and supplies to make your beautiful baskets, and you’ll find out how to set up your own design studio. You’ll also get the inside story on finding customers and marketing your gift baskets online and offline. In addition, you’ll delve into pricing your gift baskets for high profits, accepting credit cards, making deliveries, and setting up a Web site. Best of all, you'll follow step-by-step instructions to make your very first professionally-styled gift basket! By the end of this course, you’ll have the know-how and confidence you need to start your own business as a gift basket designer.

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January 18, 2011

Easy English 1



Do you need to learn basic English—and learn it fast? If so, this is the course for you! Fun activities and games will help you master the English skills you need for real-life situations including shopping, job-hunting, handling medical emergencies, and finding a place to live. You’ll build grammar and vocabulary skills step-by-step. You’ll also improve your listening skills through audio and video activities. By the time you’re done, you’ll have the skills you need to speak basic English with confidence in any setting.

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January 18, 2011

Easy English 2



Do you need to learn intermediate-level English—and learn it fast? If so, this is the course for you! Fun activities and games will help you master the English skills you need for real-life situations including using the bank, finding a job or a home, dealing with sicknesses, and making good shopping decisions. You’ll build grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills step-by-step. You’ll also improve your listening skills through audio and video activities. By the time you’re done, you’ll have the skills you need to speak intermediate-level English with confidence in any setting.

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January 11, 2011

Introduction to Flash CS5



Take your graphics skills to a whole new level by adding Flash to your designer toolkit! In this course, you’ll master the basics of creating Flash movies as you learn how to get around in the Flash workspace, create text and graphics, and animate objects on the Flash movie stage. Then you’ll find out how to create interactive buttons with ActionScript 3.0, Flash’s powerful programming language. You’ll also explore using sound and digital video in your Flash movies, as well as creating and animating 3-D objects, syncing sounds with animations, adding special effects, and publishing your Flash movies to the Internet. By the end of the course, you’ll know how to create and publish Flash movies and applications, and you’ll be well on your way to becoming a Flash designer.

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January 4, 2011

Photoshop CS5 for the Digital Photographer



Adobe's Photoshop CS5 is a powerful software solution providing support and specialized editing tools for digital photographers and graphic artists. In this course, we'll focus on how to select and use the professional techniques most helpful to photographers.  Designed for those with no image-editing experience, this class will take you from novice to accomplished photo editor.

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January 4, 2011

Photoshop CS5 for the Digital Photographer II



Adobe's Photoshop CS5 is a powerful software solution that provides support and specialized editing tools for digital photographers and graphic artists. If you know the basics of this powerful program, you're ready to master advanced skills including building collages, doing detailed editing, and restoring old photos. This class is perfect for you if you’re already familiar with cropping, printing, and color adjustments, as well as the use of selection tools, and you want to take your photo-editing skills to the next level.

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December 28, 2010

Certificate in Holistic and Integrative Health



(50 contact hours) Increasingly, today's consumers are seeking health care providers who focus on wellness and natural healing. As a result, the exciting and rewarding field of integrative health is growing rapidly. In this 12-lesson Certificate in Holistic and Integrative Health program, designed for both health care professionals and consumers, you'll learn the fundamentals of this person-centered and person-empowered approach to health care. You'll cover topics including holistic stress management, health and the human spirit, energy healing, elements of meditation, healing environments, Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, humor and health, music therapy and sound healing, nutrition, therapeutic massage and bodywork, and healing effects of physical activity.

Accreditation:

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

Accreditation refers to recognition of continuing nursing education only and does not imply Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product.

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are acceptable for CE contact hours in all states.

Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 14693, for the stated number of contact hours.

California Board of Behavioral Sciences Provider Number PCE 1564. This course meets the qualifications for the stated hours of continuing education credit for MFCCs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences.

ALLEGRA Learning Solutions courses are approved for continuing education credit for diabetes educators. All ANCC accredited courses are accepted for continuing education credit by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE).


ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC is approved by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education Approved Provider.  Provider Number 451562-11

This Certificate Program has been endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA). Certificate programs are only endorsed by AHNA after a rigorous peer-review process and approval of the AHNA Leadership Council.

This activity is being provided by ALLEGRA Learning Solutions, LLC and co-provided by Education to Go.

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December 21, 2010

QuickBooks 2010 for Contractors



Designed just for contractors, this course specifically addresses the accounting needs of the construction industry. In these step-by-step lessons, you’ll discover how to use QuickBooks Premier Contractor 2010 to run your business more efficiently. You’ll get hands-on practice in setting up and editing accounts, tracking revenues and expenses, creating estimates, paying bills, handling payroll tasks, designing reports, and much more. By the time you’re done, you’ll be using QuickBooks with confidence—and you’ll be saving time and money as a result.

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November 30, 2010

Introduction to Dreamweaver CS5



If you want to design professional-quality Web sites, this is the class for you! In these step-by-step lessons, you'll build an in-class Web site using Adobe Dreamweaver CS5—and in the process, you’ll discover how to plan a Web site from the ground up. You'll work alongside an industry professional as you master skills ranging from using Cascading Style Sheets to creating standards-compliant pages. You’ll examine site planning strategies, learn principles of good Web design, and explore Dreamweaver's best practices for maintaining Web sites once they're online. By the time you’re done, you’ll be using this powerful software tool with skill and confidence.

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