Online Career & Workforce Training

Programs Open for Immediate Enrollment!

These programs are designed by a team of professionals who work with an existing textbook or base of material to provide the most effective web-based learning experience. Instructors are actively involved in the students’ online learning experience by responding to any questions or concerns as well as encouraging and motivating students to succeed. Each program includes everything needed to succeed (books, CD-ROM, lessons, quizzes and assignments)! Grades are a combination of computer-graded tests and the instructor’s evaluation of the students’ work. See for yourself by enrolling in one of these high-quality online programs! Students love the quality as well as the convenience of anytime, anywhere learning!

Program Offerings

• Business and Professional
• Skilled Trades and Industrial
• Healthcare
• Hospitality and Gaming
• Internet, Design, and Technical
• Microsoft Certification Prep
• Networking and CompTIA Certification Prep
• Sustainable Energy and Going Green «NEW!
• Video Game Design and Development

Registration Information

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Complete a Center for Workforce & Community Education registration form (PDF*). Attach a check or money order, or provide credit card information for the appropriate amount.  Make checks and money orders payable to CCRI.  Mail to:

CCRI, Center for Workforce & Community Education
1762 Louisquisset Pike
Lincoln, RI 02865-4585

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Use your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card to register 24 hours a day, seven days a week by completing a Center for Workforce & Community Education registration form (PDF*) and faxing it to the Center for Workforce & Community Education Office at Lincoln (401.333.7237).

Center for Workforce & Community Education Registration Form:

 Center for Workforce & Community Education registration form - PDF*

Once your registration and payment are processed you will receive email notification that you have been added to the course.  Your access will typically be set up within 48 hours of this email notification.

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Business and Professional

Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)

This course teaches proficiency and development of strong communication, critical thinking, and human relations skills. This online program will help you to acquire the skills to be successful as an administrative professional. Students will learn the most popular Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook. An introduction to QuickBooks is also provided.

Course #  GTLN-2000
Fee: $1,995  (includes $5 Registration Fee)
240 hours

Administrative Professional with Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS)

This nationally recognized Administrative Professional with Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Training online course and training program teaches the skills that students must acquire to be successful as an Administrative Professional using the Microsoft® Office 2007 suite of programs. Students receive training on the most popular Microsoft Office 2007 programs including Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook as well as the new Vista operating system. Upon successful completion of this program students will be prepared to sit for the MCAS certification offered by Microsoft®. An introduction to QuickBooks is also provided.

Course #  GTLN-2001
Fee: $2,295  (includes $5 Registration Fee)
320 hours

Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office 2007 Master «NEW!

Administrative Professionals are the largest segment of the office workforce! Our Administrative Professional with Microsoft Office 2007 Master training not only provides you with Administrative Professional training but also prepares you for Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) Master certification. The Microsoft Office 2007 Master portion is the only comprehensive, performance-based certification program approved by Microsoft to validate business computer skills using Microsoft Office® 2007: Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook.

Course #  GTLN-2002
Fee: $1,995  (includes $5 Registration Fee)
240 hours

Bookkeeping the Easy Way

Bookkeeping The Easy Way with Quick Books introduces the concepts of bookkeeping/accounting using the theory of double entry bookkeeping. This cumulative on-line experience progresses lesson by lesson. Understanding basic bookkeeping procedures is vital to developing and controlling activities in business. This course is designed for students who are interested in gaining knowledge of basic bookkeeping practices in planning a more profitable future or seeking a new career. Textbook and thorough tutorial for Quick Books are included.

Course # GTLN-2010
Fee: $1,695 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
140 hours

Certified Bookkeeper

This online course for professional bookkeepers leads to national certification with the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB). The AIPB certification is a high professional standard and the only national standard for bookkeepers. Becoming a Certified Bookkeeper (CB) can increase earning potential, enhance professional status and offer a decisive edge in any job market. This course was created by AIPB to prepare bookkeepers for the certification exam at any Prometric Test Center. The web-based format allows students to move at their own pace from any web-enabled computer. Certified Bookkeepers are to bookkeeping what CPA's are to accounting.

Course # GTLN-2020
Fee: $1,795 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
120 hours

eBusiness

The Internet is causing organizations throughout the world to experience tremendous change in the way daily business is conducted. eBusiness trained workers are in great demand, and they command some of the highest wages in the market today. This web-based course provides a comprehensive introduction to eBusiness, or business that takes place online. eBusiness is increasingly important in our networked world of global transactions and global competition. This course will examine major topic areas such as: Introduction to eBusiness, Electronic Retailing, Introduction to eCommerce Web Design, eBusiness marketing, and eBusiness Infrastructures.

Course # GTLN-2030
Fee: $1,995 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
200 hours

Event Management and Design

This exciting Event Management and Design online program is structured to provide both practical knowledge and a comprehensive understanding of the modern special event industry. Event Management and Design will equip you with the knowledge to advance in the field if you are already working in events, or to prepare you to enter the profession with an understanding of the industry and knowing what you are getting yourself into. Students will build the foundation which you can use to build a career in special events or start your own special event business.

Course # GTLN-2035
Fee: $1,895 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
300 hours

Grant Writing

This nationally recognized Grant Writing online certificate program is perfect for anyone seeking to learn the essentials in writing or acquiring grants for private, public, or government use. If you are thinking of starting a business that utilizes grants, you will want to learn the essentials of writing, researching, obtaining and maintaining operations and strategies within the grant system. The Grant Writing Certificate consists of 10 modules geared to provide the essential information in a timely manner designed to fit busy, work, and family schedules.

Course # GTLN-2045
Fee: $2,095 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
300 hours

Project Management

Project management is growing exponentially. It is used in virtually all industries, such as health care, government, education, and banking. Projects are how organizations streamline to improve productivity. As mid-level management positions are reduced, project managers fill the void. Expertise in project management is a source of security, prosperity, and power to these survivors. Students will learn the basics of project management via the nation's premier web-based program at their own pace! Textbook included.

Course # GTLN-2040
Fee: $1,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
40 hours

Records Management

Virtually every organization is faced with staggering amounts of records created, received, processed, distributed, filed, discarded, and stored. As a result, businesses overstuff filing cabinets, experience costly delays, misplace documents, lose documents, and miss important business opportunities. Office personnel, executives and administrators become frustrated with inadequate records and information. This power packed online program will give you the ability to manage electronic records and conquer the paper pile-up.

Course # GTLN-2050
Fee: $1,395 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
180 hours

Six Sigma Greenbelt

Six Sigma is a Quality Improvement methodology structured to reduce product or service failure rates to a negligible level (roughly 3.4 failures per million opportunities). To achieve six sigma levels, the Six Sigma process encompasses all aspects of a business, including management, service delivery, design, production and customer satisfaction. Six Sigma companies typically spend less than 5 percent of their revenues addressing and repairing quality problems. As a philosophy Six Sigma drives business culture and requires a nearly flawless execution of key processes making Six Sigma a high standard for companies and individuals to achieve. This interactive online experience will communicate the skills needed to affect this highly valuable skill as well as prep for the national certification. All materials included.

Course # GTLN-2060
Fee: $1,895 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
100 hours

Six Sigma Blackbelt

The Black Belt training program integrates online learning with hands-on data analysis. The course material provides an in-depth look at the DMAIC problem-solving methodology, as well as deployment and project development approaches. The course flow follows the DMAIC methodology, with the appropriate tools and concepts taught at each stage of project deployment. Since software will be used for data analysis, the course material concentrates on the application and use of the tools, rather than on detailed derivation of the statistical methods. Workshops are incorporated extensively throughout the training to challenge the student's analytical and problem-solving skills.

Course # GTLN-2065
Fee: $2,695 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
200 hours

Lean Mastery

Lean Mastery contains clear, concise information on transforming an enterprise to Lean. It is packed with examples, photographs, graphics, quizzes, progress tests, case studies and many interactive features that provide tips, "try this" exercises and in-depth information. The program contains 60 hours of study that covers all of the Lean Enterprise concepts and was authored by people who have successful, hands-on, practical worldwide experience.

Course # GTLN-2070
Fee: $1,695 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
60 hours

Certified Global Business Professional

This online preparatory program for the examination leading to the Certified Global Business Professional Credential is a prestigious acknowledgement of international business expertise. The Certified Global Business Professional Credential (CGBP) provides a benchmark for competency in global commerce. The CGBP designation demonstrates an individual's ability to conduct global business including Global Business Management, Global Marketing, Supply Chain Management, and Trade Finance. For candidates experienced in international trade, the certification confirms that knowledge. For candidates just beginning, it establishes a professional development goal to ensure a full understanding of the profession.

Course # GTLN-2086
Fee: $2,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
400 hours

Payroll Practice and Management

This nationally recognized Payroll Certification online course and training program is ideal for students aspiring to become a Payroll Specialist. This Payroll Certification program is a good overall review for the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) test given by the American Payroll Association. Textbook and exam prep included.

Course # GTLN-2087
Fee: $1,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
80 hours

Purchasing Management

This nationally recognized Purchasing Management online training program is particularly well suited to anyone working in or interested in working in purchasing, supply chain management, procurement specialists, and buyers. In this program students will be introduced to the various aspect of the supply chain environment, including enterprise resource planning systems and requirement systems. The interrelationships between purchasing, vendor selection, sources of supply and the role of technology will also be explored in this program so that a student understands the integrated approach to planning, acquisition, flow and distribution from raw materials to finished products. In this program, the focus is on the management function, and the skills and resources that develop a successful manager.

Course # GTLN-2090
Fee: $2,095 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
300 hours

Certified Wedding Planner

This nationally recognized certified wedding planner-coordinator course teaches the student how to become a successful wedding planner and coordinator. This comprehensive program covers everything an aspiring wedding planner needs to know to get started in the business. Whether you plan on working part-time, planning only a few weddings a year, or a full-time career, this program will provide all the tools necessary to work as a professional wedding planner or start your wedding planning business.

Course # GTLN-2091
Fee: $1,395 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
300 hours

CORE Mediation

Mediation and dispute resolution are rapidly growing fields of study and sought after skills in the workplace. This comprehensive course provides the core skill sets necessary for the practice of mediation. As it becomes more and more apparent that individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities and nations must begin to work together in peaceful ways for the common good, mediation and dispute resolution are poised to become increasingly popular. In mediation, a neutral third party, termed a mediator, works with both sides of a dispute to have them agree on their own terms, without someone else deciding what is best for them.

Course # GTLN-2092
Fee: $1,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
60 hours

Hospitality and Gaming

Hospitality and Casino Management

The Hospitality and Casino Management program is intended to prepare students to work in the rapidly expanding field of Tribal Government Gaming Enterprises. In addition to acquiring general business and management skills, students will become familiar with the hospitality environment, and will understand the basic regulatory issues, including the terminology and implications for game protection.

Course # GTLN-7075
Fee: $2,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
200 hours

Casino Baccarat Dealer

Johnny Chan Academy and GES have partnered to bring you this nationally recognized Baccarat Dealer online training course. We will teach you everything you need to know in order to become a Professional Baccarat Dealer. You will learn all the required fundamentals including: shuffling, how to handle cheques, limits, and betting procedures. Our online training will prepare you for a new and exciting career as a casino Baccarat dealer.

Course # GTLN-7060
Fee: $1,195 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
75 hours

Casino Blackjack Dealer

Johnny Chan Academy and GES have partnered to bring you this nationally recognized Blackjack Dealer online training course. We will teach you everything you need to know in order to become a Professional Blackjack Dealer. You will learn all of the required fundamentals, including: shuffling, how to handle cheques, limits and betting procedures. Our online training will prepare you for a new and exciting career as a casino Blackjack dealer.

Course # GTLN-7065
Fee: $1,395 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
100 hours

Casino Poker Dealer

Johnny Chan Academy and GES have partnered to bring you this nationally recognized Poker Dealer online training course. We will teach you everything you need to know in order to become a Professional Poker Dealer. You will learn all the required fundamentals including: shuffling, how to handle cheques, limits, Seven Card Stud, Omaha and of course, how to deal the most popular card game today, Texas Hold ‘Em. Our online training will prepare you for a new and exciting career as a casino card dealer.

Course # GTLN-7070
Fee: $1,395 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
100 hours

Skilled Trades and Industrial

HVAC Technician

The HVAC Technician Certificate is a comprehensive HVACR training program for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration installers and technicians. The content presented throughout the program are learning objectives that have been identified by HVAC/R industry groups as key knowledge for a HVAC/R technician. This program follows the general consensus among industry leaders regarding the knowledge and skills needed by HVAC/R industry workers. The HVAC Core Technician Certificate program is offered in 8 course sections, with a subscription length of 120 days per course. Each course contains 12 modules. The modules cover specific HVACR concepts by incorporating a presentation that utilizes some or all of the following; text reading assignments, web site tours, applied exercises, inline quizzes, industry terminology definitions, video clips, animations, images, handouts and a 20 question module final exam. All courses include a mid term and a final exam.

Course # GTLN-6010
Fee: $3,095 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
320 hours

Modern Automotive Service Technician

This nationally recognized Automotive Service Technician online course and training program is an essential tool for those seeking work as an automotive technician in today's market!

Course # GTLN-6015
Fee: $2,695 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
380 hours

Healthcare Programs

HIPAA Compliance (4 User Licenses)

The HIPPA Made Easy for Physicians online kit will provide doctors and their staff with a simple route to compliance without the confusing maze of regulations. Instead of attending countless seminars and spending endless hours researching HIPPA regulations, training employees, and rewriting contracts, internal documents, patient forms, and policy and procedure manuals, you could get it all simply by purchasing the HIPPA Made Easy for Physicians online kit. This kit includes all necessary steps, tools, and templates your practice will need to implement HIPPA compliance all in a unique step-by-step approach that walks students through everything they need to including all forms, contracts, training, policies and procedures, and reference materials. This kit is ideal for office administrators, practice managers, or physicians. This course can be taken from home or the office and includes four user licenses.

Course # GTLN-1070
Fee: $599 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
3 hours x 4 user licenses

Veterinary Assistant

This online program will prepare you for an exciting new career as a veterinary assistant by teaching you the essential skills of a veterinary assistant. Students will learn about the care of animals as well as how to recognize signs of illness and disease. This program will also cover interpersonal communication, interaction with clients and their animals, as well as assisting the veterinarian during examinations. Administrative duties, such as fee collection, banking, and accounts payable will be emphasized, and the program will contain basic information about pet insurance. Textbooks included.

Course # GTLN-1080
Fee: $1,795 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
240 hours

Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative

This nationally recognized Pharmaceutical Sales Representative online training course (CNPR) and program was developed in response to a rising need for entry-level certified pharmaceutical sales representatives. The program is designed for individuals who want to gain entry into the pharmaceutical industry but who lack the required pharmacology and medical education. universities.

Course # GTLN-1091
Fee: $1,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
120 hours

Pharmacy Technician

This nationally recognized Pharmacy Technician online course and training program teaches the skills needed to gain employment as a Pharmacy Tech in either the hospital or retail setting. The objective of the Pharmacy Technician Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in pharmacies as well as prepare for national certification. This program pairs students with an instructor for one-on-one assistance and includes a forty-hour externship. All materials are included.

Course # GTLN-1090
Fee: $1,995 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
300 hours

Internet, Design, and Technical Programs

AutoCAD 2009

This nationally recognized AutoCAD 2009 online course and certification training program is an essential tool for those seeking AutoCAD Certification. AutoCAD 2009 is used many industries including mechanical and civil engineering, architecture, and facilities planning and management. More employers using AutoCAD, and need workers skilled in AutoCAD, than any other CAD system. This online certificate program is only offered in partnership with major accredited colleges and universities.

Course # GTLN-3002
Fee: $1,995 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
150 hours

Digital Arts

The Digital Arts Certificate program focuses on developing technical skill and creative artistry in digital photography and imaging. Students learn professional applications for Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator or equivalent digital imaging and vector drawing tools. Course projects include digital art studies, retouching, compositing, illustration, identity design, color matching and composition studies, photorealistic imaging, color correction, and art exhibition development.

Course # GTLN-3010
Fee: $5,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
420 hours

Graphic Design with Photoshop CS3

As the need for cutting edge, professionally-designed interactive media grows, qualified graphic designers are increasingly in demand. Whether freelancing or working for a major corporation, a successful career as a graphic designer requires the proper tools and knowledge. This course will teach students the skills necessary to set them apart from the competition. They'll learn the two most important aspects of today's graphic design field: the fundamental principles of design, and the most popular software on the market, Adobe Photoshop.

Course # GTLN-3025
Fee: $1,795 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
200 hours

Multimedia Arts Certificate

The Multimedia Arts Certificate focuses on providing the conceptual, technical, and visual design skills required to create multimedia applications and environments. Students learn professional applications for Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Flash, Apple Final Cut Pro, and Adobe After Effects, or equivalent digital imaging, animation, digital video editing, and motion graphics tools. Course projects include critique, storyboarding, retouching, compositing, Flash animation and site design, basic Action-Scripting, video and sound editing principles, motion graphics production, and interface design.

Course # GTLN-3040
Fee: $5,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
420 hours

.NET Training

This self-paced .NET e-Learning package is designed to help you prepare for the MCTS: .NET Framework 2.0 Web Applications exam and the MCTS: .NET Framework 2.0 Distributed Applications exam. It begins with basic web design and web development courses before moving into the .NET-specific courses.

Course # GTLN-3045
Fee: $1,995 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
177 hours

Marketing Design

This nationally recognized Marketing Design online training course focuses on developing technical skill and creative artistry using applied marketing principles. Course projects include marketing concept development, critique, retouching, compositing, illustration, print and Web advertising, identity design, direct mail, marketing communication, company branding, and business startup scenarios.

Course # GTLN-3050
Fee: $5,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
420 hours

Forensic Computer Examiner

This nationally recognized forensic computer examiner online course and training program is for the aspiring forensic computer examiner. For many years, law enforcement officers have been the primary forensic computer examiners, however the need for qualified civilian forensic computer examiners is growing faster than ever.

Course # GTLN-3055
Fee: $3,095 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
150 hours

Pay Per Click Marketing

This nationally recognized Pay Per Click Marketing (PPCM) online course and training program has been developed because of the high demand for Pay Per Click marketing specialists. Pay Per Click Marketing (PPC) is a sub-set of Search Engine Marketing, and refers to a specific type of advertising where you pay a search engine every time a potential customer clicks on your ad. These ads appear on search engine results pages and sometimes on the pages of sites within a search engine’s network of partners.

Course # GTLN-3060
Fee: $1,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
150 hours

Search Engine Marketing

This nationally recognized Search Engine Marketing (SEM) online course and training program has been developed in direct response to the skyrocketing growth of the search engine industry. This comprehensive program covers all aspects of search engine marketing including; search engine optimization, pay per click marketing and web site copywriting. These are the essential components for understanding this unique and growing career field.

Course # GTLN-3065
Fee: $1,895 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
250 hours

Search Engine Optimization

This nationally recognized search engine optimization (SEO) online course and training program has been developed because of the high demand for search engine specialists. Search engine optimization is considered a sub-set of Search Engine Marketing. Below is a definition of SEO provided by MSN Careers: “Search engine optimization specialists (SEOs) increase a firm's web site traffic by improving its search engine page rankings (SERPs). This is an especially important task in today's Internet-driven world, where many customers first learn of an organization and its products or services through the web. Because of a shortage of experts in this relatively new area, many top SEOs receive multiple job offers. SEOs typically supplement their knowledge of how various search engines operate and determine page rankings with strong marketing skills, as well as the ability to communicate effectively and program using HTML.”

Course # GTLN-2091
Fee: $1,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
150 hours

Interior Design

This nationally recognized Interior Design online class is an exciting interactive online program where you will learn how to create spaces for living, working, and enjoyment. The program focuses on Design Theory, Design Process methods and Design Studio Work. The learning sequence study included are the design elements and principles, color theory, programming, space planning and the design of residential, commercial, and retail spaces.

Course # GTLN-2092
Fee: $2,295 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
350 hours

Web Database Developer

This nationally recognized Web Database Developer online course and training program will provide students with intermediate IT training, advanced knowledge and skills needed in utilizing and leveraging IT databases on the Internet. Students will be able to incorporate database design, development, and deployment into e-commerce sites, dynamic web sites, and business-to-business data collaboration. Students will train to learn about current and emerging trends impacting high-end web site development and enterprise-class data warehousing along with resources to keep them current in this fast moving technology. Tutorials and projects will teach the student the practical uses of Web Database Developer skills. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

Course # GTLN-3050
Fee: $2,195 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
267 hours

Help Desk Analyst: Tier 1 Support Specialist

This nationally recognized Help Desk Analyst: Tier 1 Support Specialist online course and training program teaches the skills that students must acquire to be successful as a Help Desk Analyst. Tutorials and projects will teach the student the practical uses of Help Desk Analyst skills. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

Course # GTLN-3051
Fee: $1,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
80 hours

Microsoft Certification Prep Programs

Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Training (MCAS)

This nationally recognized Microsoft Certified Application Specialist online certification training course is comprehensive, practical and effective. The Comma Method of Microsoft Office® training was designed to meet the needs of college students, educators, administrators, and business professionals. This course uses real-life examples to teach the skills that employers want their employees to have.

The Microsoft Certified Application Specialist Training program is the only performance-based certification program approved by Microsoft to assess and validate computer skills using Microsoft Office 2007® Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook, as well as Microsoft Windows Vista.

Course # GTLN-5015
Fee: $1,895 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
240 hours

Microsoft Office Specialist 2003 (MOS)

This nationally recognized Microsoft Office Specialist (MOUS) online certification training program is comprehensive, practical and effective. The Comma Method of Microsoft Office® training was designed to meet the needs of college students, educators, administrators, and business professionals. This course uses real-life examples to teach the skills that employers want their employees to have.

The Microsoft Office® Specialist program is the only performance-based certification program approved by Microsoft to assess and validate computer skills using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook.

Course # GTLN-5005
Fee: $1,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
120 hours

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: SQL Server 2005 (MCTS)

This nationally recognized Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Microsoft SQL Server 2005 course teaches students thorough knowledge of the product, as well as an understanding of how to use the Transact-SQL language, and know how to explore the user interface. Technology Specialists typically pursue careers as database administrators, database developers, or business intelligence developers. They may also be developers and systems administrators who do not work with SQL Server daily but who want to show their breadth of technology experience.

Course # GTLN-5010
Fee: $3,095 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
480 hours

Microsoft Certified System Administrator 2003 (MCSA)

This MCSA certification program provides expert instruction on the Microsoft® Windows Server 2003 family, making it easier to deploy, manage, and use. Achieving the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) on Microsoft Windows 2003 credential provides a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise to successfully manage and maintain the typically complex computing environment of medium-to- large-sized companies operating on the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 System. Microsoft Official Curriculum textbooks included.

Course # GTLN-5020
Fee: $2,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
440 hours

Microsoft Certified System Administrator Plus 2003 (MCSA+)

A four-course program, MCSA 2003+ is for those that hold one of the following third-party certifications or certification combinations: Security+ Certification, A+ and Network+ certifications or A+ and Server+ certifications. The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) can successfully implement, manage, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows server-based operating systems in addition to systems that contain messaging services, file and print servers, and firewalls. They may also be responsible for configuring Internet access, enabling remote access for users, and managing client computers. An MCSA may be a System Administrator, Network Administrator, or Technician. Microsoft Official Curriculum textbooks included.

Course # GTLN-5030
Fee: $2,195 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
340 hours

Microsoft Certified System Engineer 2003 (MCSE)

The MCSE credential is the premier certification for professionals who analyze the business requirements, and design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows® 2003 platform and Microsoft server software. Implementation responsibilities include installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network systems. The MCSE 2003 credential is one of the most widely recognized technical certifications in the industry, a credential in high demand. By earning the premier MCSE credential, individuals are demonstrating that they have the skills necessary to lead organizations in the successful design, implementation, and administration of the most advanced Microsoft Windows platform and Microsoft server products. Microsoft Official Curriculum textbooks included.

Course # GTLN-5040
Fee: $3,295 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
700 hours

Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician (MCDST)

This nationally recognized (MCDST) Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician online course and certification training program is the premier credential certification for IT professionals who support end users and troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Course # GTLN-5045
Fee: $1,795 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
200 hours

Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA)

The MCDBA program has been discontinued and replaced with the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) program. Database professionals who use or want to learn to use Microsoft SQL Server 2005 should consider the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) program. Click here here to view the complete MCTS program overview. This nationally recognized Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) online course and certification training program is for aspiring database administrators. Being a certified MCDBA is internationally recognized and is the designation awarded to professionals who design, implement, and administer Microsoft SQL Server databases. The MCDBA certification may lead to career opportunities as Database Administrators, Technical Support Specialists, Network Technicians, and Technical Consultants. Microsoft Approved Curriculum Text Books included. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

Course # GTLN-5010
Fee: $3,095 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
460 hours

Microsoft Office 2007 Master «NEW!

The Microsoft Office 2007 Master online course is the only comprehensive, performance-based certification program approved by Microsoft to validate business computer skills using Microsoft Office® 2007: Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook.

Officially referred to as “Microsoft Office 2007 Master”, this program is part of the new Microsoft Business Certification series. The Master certification is the globally recognized standard for validating expertise with the 2007 Microsoft Office system of business productivity applications, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Course # GTLN-5045
Fee: $1,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
160 hours

Networking and CompTIA Certification Prep Programs

CompTIA™ A+ Certification Training

The CompTIA™ A+ certification is the industry standard for validating vendor-neutral skills expected of an entry -level computer technician. Those holding the A+ certification have a broad base of knowledge and competency in core hardware and operating system technologies including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventative maintenance, and basic networking. Every business uses computers and skilled technicians are a necessity. A+ opens the door to an exciting career in computer technology at an affordable price. A+ certification is the perfect launch pad into other more challenging careers in information technology. This A+ preparation program includes two units and it is required that students have an extra computer running with Windows 98 or Windows 2000.

Course # GTLN-4020
Fee: $1,695 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
150 hours

CompTIA™ Network+/Server+ Certification Training

The CompTIA™ Network+ certification is the worldwide standard of competency for professionals with nine months experience in network support or administration. The Network + certification validates technical competency in networking administration and support. This certification is geared toward those with nine months field experience in network administration and support. The demand for skilled network support professionals has grown significantly. The technology community identifies Network+ as the perfect entry point into a networking career.

Course # GTLN-4030
Fee: $1,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
80 hours

CompTIA Security+ Certification Training

This course is designed to provide students with the fundamentals of security, and to help prepare for the CompTIA™ Security+ exam. It covers material related to general security concepts, communications security, infrastructure security, basics of cryptography, and operational/organizational security.

Course # GTLN-4040
Fee: $1,695 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
120 hours

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) on the Web™

This nationally recognized RFID+ online certification training course is the most comprehensive online course on RFID implementation available today. RFID on the Web™ was designed by OTA Training, LLC., the world leader in RFID Training and Certification and the authors of the best selling RFID+ exam prep book in the market. RFID on the Web was designed using OTA’s E3 Learning System - which makes learning RFID engaging, effective and easy to follow. RFID on the Web™ provides 70 total hours of high quality, graphical, interactive training for the online student. At the conclusion of the course, students will posses the knowledge to successfully implement and support an RFID system and pass the CompTIA™ RFID+ Certification exam.

Course # GTLN-4045
Fee: $2,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
70 hours

Sustainable Energy and Going Green

Principles of Green Building «NEW!

The Principles of Green Buildings course is designed to teach an individual in the building, remodeling, or trade industry the principles they must know to make buildings perform more efficiently. It was developed and written in partnership with nationally recognized building science experts from Advanced Energy of North Carolina and is full of scientific facts, pictures, videos, graphics, and text. Everything an individual in the building, remodeling, or trade industry needs to know to make buildings perform more efficiently is introduced in this course. The Principles of Green Buildings course has also been designed to help prepare individuals for various NATE, NARI, BPI, RESNET, and other industry credentials for green building. This course is NATE recognized for 28 hours of continuing education units (CEUs) applicable to NATE recertification. Materials are included.

Course # GTLN-6000
Fee: $595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
30 hours

Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments «NEW!

The exciting new Performing Comprehensive Building Assessments (PCBA) program is designed to introduce students to the comprehensive building assessment process. This intermediate course is geared toward conducting visual building inspections, performing diagnostic testing, and determining residential building improvement opportunities in the field; then documenting a home's performance, prioritizing improvements, and preparing a work scope that will guide the homeowners decision making process for making the improvements.

Course # GTLN-6001
Fee: $695 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
30 hours

Building Analyst Quick Start Program (BPI BA Certification) «NEW!

This Building Analyst Course was developed and written in partnership with nationally recognized building science experts. The two BPI online training courses are full of scientific facts, interactive exercises, pictures, videos, graphics, and text. See the individual course descriptions in the Overview for a more detailed description. Also, they are recognized by North American Technician Excellence and Building Performance Institute for continuing education hours. You’ll also receive a study guide and a one year subscription to Home Energy Magazine. This program is a great way to compliment and increase your company’s GREEN services for your customers and to open new doors of opportunity.

Course # GTLN-6002
Fee: $1,195 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
60 hours

Biofuel Production Operations «NEW!

The Bio Fuel Production Operations Program will give you the training you need to begin an exciting career in biofuel production. As a biofuel production operator, your job will be to ensure the quality and purity of the biofuel your plant produces. This involves inspecting and repairing equipment, operating computer systems, and handling lab equipment. This online course will ensure you have the skills you need to handle these tasks.

At the present time hundreds of facilities world-wide are producing biofuels. Over the next few decades many advances will be made in this field and hundreds of new facilities will be built for production of this type of fuel. This opens a new field for potential workers. For decades to come, biofuels will be produced and consumed in the United States - creating an ongoing demand for biofuel production workers.

Course # GTLN-6005
Fee: $2,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
400 hours

Natural Gas Plant Operations «NEW!

The Natural Gas Plant Operations online course provides the knowledge and skills you'll need to begin an exciting career in natural gas plant operations. Natural gas has two things going for it. First, it provides clean energy. Second, it is plentiful in the United States. For decades to come, natural gas will be produced and consumed in the United States - creating ongoing demand for natural gas plant operators.

For people who want to enter this field it is difficult to find suitable training to become prospective entry level workers. This online course provides fundamental technical background to such workers. To take this course no prior science or math education is necessary - the course includes all of the necessary basic science and technology elements.

Course # GTLN-6006
Fee: $2,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
400 hours

Certified Green Supply Chain Professional «NEW!

Gain the skills and knowledge you’ll need to “green” an organization’s supply chain with this Supply Chain Management Certification preparation online training program. This course gives you the specialized knowledge to enable a company to achieve its environmental sustainability goals through global sourcing, material management, procurement/buying, transportation and logistics, and new product development.

Course # GTLN-6010
Fee: $1,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
60 hours

Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager (CIAQM) «NEW!

In this Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager online training and certification program, you’ll learn how to respectfully, thoroughly and expeditiously handle indoor air quality complaints. Are you a facility manager, building engineer or health & safety officer that wants to improve the indoor air quality of your building? If so, the Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager (CIAQM) Course is just for you.

“The air in our building is making me sick.”
Are you properly prepared to handle these air quality complaints? Common mistakes can turn a small grievance into a wildfire of speculation and accusation. With this online course, you will learn how to diagnose, resolve and prevent IAQ problems. We’ll help you establish a comprehensive IAQ plan specific to your buildings.

Course # GTLN-6015
Fee: $795 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
16 hours

Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) «NEW!

Would you like to become an indoor air quality (IAQ) or green building consultant? Would you like to better understand how to create a healthy home or building by preventing, diagnosing, and resolving indoor environmental problems? If so, the Certified Indoor Environmentalist (CIE) online certification program is just for you.

Getting certified is completely optional. Exams are arranged through ACAC at computerized testing centers throughout the US. Certain experience requirements and fees apply to students getting certified (there are no experience requirements for the course).

Course # GTLN-6020
Fee: $895 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
32 hours

Senior Certified Sustainability Professional «NEW!

This online Senior Certified Sustainability Professional training and development program will prepare you for an exciting career as a leader in the green collar economy. As a Certified Sustainability Professional, you will be responsible for setting the course and coordinating an enterprise’s sustainability strategy. Millions of new jobs in this rapidly growing sector will be available to people that set themselves apart from the crowd by earning the professional credentials and skills they need to lead sustainable business practices.

Course # GTLN-6025
Fee: $2,495 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
110 hours

Wind Energy Apprentice «NEW!

Wind energy companies are growing exponentially to meet America's demand for clean, renewable, and domestic energy. This entry level Wind Energy Apprentice online training course prepares you for a career in the wind energy industry.

Course # GTLN-6030
Fee: $2,195 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
240 hours

Video Game Design and Development Programs

3ds max

This exciting new certificate program will teach students how to use both 3ds max and Character Studio to design, develop, and animate 3D video game characters. This program offers the chance for students to immerse themselves in a 3D world. If you are looking to design professional 3D games that look and feel just like the ones you play at home then you don't want to miss this course!

Course # GTLN-7000
Fee: $1,695 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
360 hours

Game Art

This nationally recognized Game Art online course and training program helps students gain the skills and knowledge to get started as a digital artist in today's fast-paced game development industry! This Video Game Art program builds technical and artistic skills in 3D modeling, texturing, lighting, and animation using Autodesk Maya and Photoshop. Challenging, practical projects put you through your paces, helping you develop a high-quality portfolio of game art. You will also experience mentoring and feedback from an industry-leading faculty of game art professionals.

Course # GTLN-7010
Fee: $5,595 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
420 hours

Video Game Design and Development Certification

The most important, but least emphasized as a career in the video game industry, is game play, or what makes the game compelling and entertaining. This Program prepares you to move from being a video game programmer, a game artist, or animator to being the influential leader of the game designing processes. This Program is the most up-to-date, tightly focused method of driving your career in Video Gaming to the next level. You will be exposed to the entire game development process, from brainstorming the ideas, to establishing the focus, to writing the storytelling, to documenting the design.

Course #  GTLN-7050
Fee: $1,995 (includes $5 Registration Fee)
500 hours

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