Online courses from Des Moines Area Community College

Gain a marketable new skill by learning the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and more.

With the Speed Spanish course, you will immediately start creating sentences and conversations in Spanish. Each lesson will introduce new techniques to increase your fluency quickly and allow you to start speaking Spanish right away.

Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with the new C# programming language.

Learn the basics of HTML as you design, create, and post your very own website.

What are the secrets to managing successful teams in the workplace? Explore communication techniques and problem-solving skills that will help you get your team on track in no time.

With the Speed Spanish course, you will immediately start creating sentences and conversations in Spanish. Each lesson will introduce new techniques to increase your fluency quickly and allow you to start speaking Spanish right away.

Gain a marketable new skill by learning the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and more.

Learn to use QuickBooks Online to record income and expenses; enter checks and credit card payments; track your payables, inventory, and receivables; and much more.

Learn to master American Sign Language through immersive, silent instructional videos that emphasize proper sign techniques and facial expressions for effective communication. You will become skillful at fingerspelling and an array of signs to engage in conversations confidently.

Learn shortcuts to help you engage in conversational Spanish, as you build your language skills and develop fluency.

Enhance your career prospects by developing strong business writing skills that support clear, professional, and persuasive communication. This course will help you identify skill gaps and correct problem areas to improve the effectiveness and impact of your workplace documents.

Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 365 is a beginner-friendly course that teaches you how to manage email, calendars, contacts, and tasks using Outlook's core modules. By the end, you will be confident in organizing communication, scheduling, and personal workflows in Outlook 365.

This course will teach you to use Excel for advanced data management and analysis, including data importing, using Power Query and Power Pivot, and automating tasks with macros and VBA. By the end, you will be proficient in Excel's advanced features, ready for practical application.

Prepare to build essential skills to navigate tech-driven environments with confidence in this online computer and digital literacy course. Learn file management, online communication, research, collaboration, security, and troubleshooting to develop a growth mindset and personalized strategy for lifelong digital success.

Master online learning with strategies to stay motivated, manage time, and overcome common challenges. Establish routines, communicate effectively, and create a productive study environment.