Bristol is partnering with MindEdge, founded by Harvard and MIT educators in 1998, to improve the way our region learns – student by student. Online, self-paced or instructor led, MindEdge offers over 30 courses in very diverse sectors. Many courses come with certificates leading to a career or a new skill to develop and expand your portfolio.

The best part is you can register for this class anytime!

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Certificate Description:

This online course introduces learners to the principles, strategies, and technology of digital marketing. Video commentary from marketing professionals provides insight into the challenges and best practices of the field. The self-paced course offers an assortment of interactive exercises, videos, selected readings, case studies, and self-assessments that engage students and provide opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge of digital marketing and practice relevant skills.

Topics covered in the course:

• Content Marketing
• Search Engine Optimization
• Paid Search/Paid Advertising
• Conversion Rate Optimization
• Digital Marketing Strategy
• Web Analytics
• Google Analytics
• Marketing Automation
• Social Media Marketing
• Mobile Marketing

This course has been evaluated by The American Council on Education's College Credit Recommendation Service (ACE CREDIT®) with a recommendation of 2 credits, lower division, in business or marketing.

A student's grade in the course will be based on their performance on a final, cumulative exam. The final exam is composed of 50 multiple-choice questions. Students will have 2 hours to complete the exam. The exam is proctored. For more information, please see the syllabus.

If students do not earn a passing score of 70% on their first attempt, they will have the opportunity to take the exam 2 additional times (3 total attempts). Students must wait 24 hours between exam retakes. A passing score of 70% of above is required to request college credit for this certificate.

Total PDUs/ Contact Hours: 12

• Leadership PDUs: 0.75
• Strategic & Business Management PDUs: 6
• Technical PM PDUs: 6.75
• CEUs: 3.3 (Contact Hours: 36 hours)
• HRCIs: 22.5 (Type: Specified - Strategic Business: 22.5)
• SHRMs: 33
• ACE Credits: 2

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Certificate Description:

Cybersecurity, also known as Information Security, is the protection of data and personally identifiable information from malicious attacks, theft, and destruction. Failures of cybersecurity policies, both in large corporations and governmental agencies, have earned significant visibility and negative publicity in recent months and years. As the amount of data being stored continues to increase, and as hackers become more sophisticated, the need for cybersecurity is greater than ever.

Topics covered in the course:

• Communication and Network Security
• Asset Security
• Security and Risk Managment
• Security Engineering
• Identity and Access Managment
• Security Assessment and Testing
• Security Operations
• Software Development Security

 Total PDUs/ Contact Hours: 40 and 365 access days

• Leadership PDUs: 5
• Strategic & Business Management PDUs: 11.5
• Technical PM PDUs: 23.5
• CEUs: 4 (Contact Hours: 40 hours)
• HRCIs: 40 (Type: Specified - Strategic Business: 40)
• SHRMs: 35

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Class Description:

Many of today's popular desktop, web, and mobile apps were developed with the C++ programming language. With software development roles expected to grow at 22 percent from 2012-2022, learning C++ is an important first step to a career in computer science.

This course is designed to introduce you to the concepts, terminology, application, and coding of the C++ programming language. This course consists of 18 lessons that use text, full programming scenarios, instructional videos, and hundreds of live coding labs that give you real-time feedback on your work. You will learn fundamental programming concepts, including decision making and looping, with the support of practical, step-by-step examples.

After working through these lessons, you will understand the basics of structured and object-oriented programming techniques. Most importantly, you will be able to build C++ programs to strengthen your developer portfolio.

What you will learn:

• How to write C++ programs utilizing proper coding techniques
• How to apply problem solving methods
• Important programming terminology

How you will benefit:

• Have a solid understanding of C++ language can lead to more advanced programming languages
• Meet the standard job requirements for an entry-level software development career by understanding how to write C++ programs
• Know how to use your knowledge in C++ programming to solve industry-specific problems and advancing your career in this field

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Bristol is partnering with MindEdge, founded by Harvard and MIT educators in 1998, to improve the way our region learns – student by student. Online, self-paced or instructor led, MindEdge offers over 30 courses in very diverse sectors. Many courses come with certificates leading to a career or a new skill to develop and expand your portfolio.

The best part is you can register for this class anytime!

Register Here

Certificate Description:

Bring to your Office skills to a whole new level by diving into a suite set of powerful instructional courses. Excel with Excel, and move from the basics to an advanced level. Employ all of your newly-learned tips and tricks to unlock new dimensions from your data. Plus, expand your presentation prowess, with courses that deliver on the functional basics of the PowerPoint application while boosting your visual design skillset. Watch well-crafted video tutorials while reinforcing your learning with built-in knowledge checks, interactive exercises, and interactive games. Upon successful completion of all courses in this certificate program, you can download and print a Certificate of Completion And with this special pricing, you'll get the Excel Basics course free and a cumulative discount of 38%, versus buying each course separately.

Courses Included in this Certificate:

• PowerPoint for Business
• Excel Basics
• Visual PowerPoint
• Excel Tips & Tricks
• Excel Advanced Skills
• Microsoft Word Basics

Total PDUs/ Contact Hours: 6

• Leadership PDUs: 1.75
• Technical PM PDUs: 4.25
• CEUs: 1.8 (Contact Hours: 18 hours)
• SHRMs: 18

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Self-paced and instructor-led, ed2go is a platform to develop your resume and enhance your career.

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Class Description:

The Health Unit Coordinator is the central figure in a health unit. Learning management of information, communication, medical terminology, critical thinking, and cultural diversity will prepare you to work in a variety of health care settings.

In Medical Terminology you will learn not only medical terms themselves, but also their application. You'll start by learning the origins of medical words and how to recognize prefixes and suffixes used in medical terminology. Then you'll learn about the body as a whole and how to differentiate cells, tissues, organs, systems, and cavities. Next, you'll learn to define and describe the function of each system of the human body. This knowledge will help you take the next step in your medical career or education.

Upon completion of this course you will be prepared to sit for the NAHUC Certification Exam. This course also includes a voucher which covers the fee of the exam.

What you will learn:

• Be introduced to the history of medicine and health unit coordination
• Obtain knowledge in supplies and service managementLearn the importance of confidentiality and patient rights and responsibilities
• Practice critical thinking, medical terminology, and the transcription of orders
• Obtain knowledge in promoting a healthy environment and safety issues
• Learn about the patient record and admission, transfers, and discharge

How you will benefit:

• Become ready to take the NAHUC certification exam
• Prepare for a career as a health unit coordinator at a hospital, medical office, and various other health care facilities
• Learn an assortment of medical terminology that will allow you to better communicate with patients and medical professionals
• Master the legal and ethical skills needed to be successful in an office environment

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

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Bristol and ed2go are partnering to present a menu of professional programs to prepare for exams and certifications – some industry recognized!

Self-paced and instructor-led, ed2go is a platform to develop your resume and enhance your career.

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Course Description:

Electricity is quite possibly the most important source of power. Electricity powers your computer, drives the machines tools in a manufacturing shop, and lights the facilities in which people work. To maintain all this electrical equipment, electrical professionals must understand the fundamentals of electricity and the components used to generate, control, and store it. If you're looking for a stable career that is important in the everyday lives of people around you, this course could be just right for you.

The course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for electrical maintenance, including math, inspection, safety, quality, electrical systems, automation, motor controls, and assembly. Get started in this accelerated online course today and begin your career as an electrical technician!

What you will learn:

• Electrical Systems
• Troubleshooting
• Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM
• GD&TProduction Floor Safety
• PLC Equipment and Communication
• Robot Maintenance and Installation

How you will benefit:

• Prepare for a career as an electrical technician, wireman, maintenance electrician, control electrician, industrial electrician, or journeyman electrician
• Gain confidence in your ability to perform your job
• Get the education you need in a self-paced, online format

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

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Bristol and ed2go are partnering to present a menu of professional programs to prepare for exams and certifications – some industry recognized!

Self-paced and instructor-led, ed2go is a platform to develop your resume and enhance your career.

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Course Description:

Are you a problem solver and a team player? Why not consider a career as an engineering technician? An engineering technician needs a practical understanding of engineering concepts to assist engineers and technologists in projects relating to research and development, implementation or operation. This course can provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to prove competency and begin your career as an engineering technician quickly.

This online Engineering Technician course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for this manufacturing role. You will learn math, inspection, safety, materials, machining, quality, grinding, electrical systems, automation, motor controls, additive manufacturing, assembly, design, and management necessary to work as an Engineering Technician.

What you will learn:

• Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM
• Inspection Methods
• Metallurgy and Materials Science
• CNC Controls and Programming
• Programmable Logic Control and Programming
• Electrical Systems
• Fabrication and Assembly Processes
• Additive Manufacturing Processes
• Composite Processing
• Product, Process, and Production Design and Management

How you will benefit:

• Prepare for a career as a tool and die maker, die maker, tool and die machinist, or toolmaker
• Gain confidence in your ability to perform your job

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

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Bristol and ed2go are partnering to present a menu of professional programs to prepare for exams and certifications – some industry recognized!

Self-paced and instructor-led, ed2go is a platform to develop your resume and enhance your career.

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Course Description:

Most organizations rely heavily on Microsoft Excel to consolidate, analyze, and report financial information and other important data. Your company is probably no exception. If you work with data of any kind, learning Excel's advanced functions to taking on greater responsibilities in your organization.

This course will help you master many features in Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365 that most users don't know exist. You will learn the secret to using formula-based conditional formatting as a creative solution to common issues. You will also learn how to leverage Excel's Power Query tool to import and transform data from about any data source. By the time you finish this course, you will have mastered Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365 and will be able to better serve your company's data management needs.

Hardware Requirements:

This course must be taken on a PC. It is not suitable for Chromebook and Mac users.

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