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Interest	Course Title	Brief Description	Course Date(s)	Location
Mental Health, Teaching	Youth Mental Health First Aid Virtual Certificate Program	Designed primarily with adults who work with youth in mind, this six-hour training will help you understand and respond to varying signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth.	October 1, 2020	Virtual
Mental Health, Teaching	Building and Developing your Mental Health Tool Box	Given the fact that one in five adults in the U.S. suffers from a mental illness, this 3-hour course is essential for anyone who interacts with the community.	October 21, 2020	Virtual
Leadership, Business, Management	SHRM Learning System	Establish yourself as a globally-recognized, human resources expert with a SHRM certification! With 12-week courses available, both online and in-person, we'll prep you with the tools for success to take the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam. With the spring testing deadline being extended to Aug. 15, now you have even more time to do what it takes to ace your exam!	Start Dates: August 24, September 3, 2020	Savannah, GA & Online
Leadership, Business, Certification	Leadership Certificate	Led by Georgia Southern University faculty, this program bolsters the knowledge and practical skills of those who currently serve in leadership roles. Each session offers new strategies and techniques to help develop individuals and strengthen organizations.	August 26-October 14, 2020	Savannah, GA
Leadership, Business, Budgeting, Nonprofits	Nonprofit Management and Leadership Workshop Series	The Nonprofit Management and Leadership Workshop Series is designed to meet the needs of today’s nonprofit professional by addressing the most relevant topics necessary to successfully establish, manage and grow your organization. With the aim of providing practical, skills-based training, this five-day program covers a range of management principle	October 5-9, 2020	Statesboro, GA
Healthcare, Language	Spanish for Medical Professionals	Prepare for any situation by bridging the communication gap between you, your patients and worried family members. This course provides knowledge of basic medical phrases to help you better communicate with the Spanish-speaking community.	Start Dates: July 15, Aug. 12, Sept. 16, Oct. 14	Online
Law Enforcement, Language	Spanish for Law Enforcement	Communicate more effectively with the Spanish-speakers around you, and add a valuable skill to your resume. This course will help you master basic Spanish and gain more power handling situations that involve Spanish-speaking victims, witnesses or criminals.	Start Dates: July 15, Aug. 12, Sept. 16, Oct. 14	Online
Business	Certified Bookkeeper	Certified Bookkeepers are the elite of their profession, much like CPAs are the best in the accounting field. For bookkeepers, gaining industry-recognized certification increases your earning potential and enhances your professional status.	On Demand	Online
Business	Certified Six Sigma Green Belt	The Six Sigma methodology is a data-driven approach to removing defects and improving processes in any business. No matter where you are in your career, a Six Sigma Green Belt certification keeps you ahead of the game! Learn the process improvement from start to finish while prepping for the certification exam, offered through the American Society for Quality. Exam is included.	On Demand	Online
Accounting	Accounting Fundamentals	The Accounting Fundamentals course provides a foundation in basic accounting principles and financial statements.	On Demand	Online
Home	Real Estate Law	Explore the legal issues involved in real estate law, from investing to title examinations.	On Demand	Online
Teaching	Creating the Inclusive Classroom: Strategies for Success	With a mix of students who have learning disabilities, neurobiological disorders and physical challenges, the modern classroom requires an efficient and effective teacher who can prioritize under tight deadlines and be creative on demand. Learn creative, low-budget ways to help every student!	On Demand	Online
Business	Marketing Your Nonprofit	Under pressure to increase membership, expand program value, attract media, entice donors and develop volunteers, all while keeping an eye on the bottom line? In the face of stiff competition, more worthwhile causes, more regulations, more watchdog agencies and fewer funding opportunities, you need to work smarter—not longer. This course can help.	On Demand	Online
Business	Starting a Nonprofit	Do you dream of starting and running your very own nonprofit? This highly interactive, hands-on course is ideal for anyone who is interested in forming a new nonprofit, converting an informal group to tax-exempt status, or reorganizing an existing organization.	On Demand	Online
Business	Administrative Assistant Fundamentals	Become an indispensable member of the corporate team as an Administrative Assistant. This course will help you master essential job responsibilities as you identify opportunities and implement solutions for increased productivity throughout your company.	On Demand	Online
Technology	Computer Skills for the Workplace	Confidently apply for jobs knowing that you possess the computer skills needed to perform on the job. This course includes a great introduction to Windows 10 and Office 2016 to provide the fundamental computer competencies you need to prosper in a modern workplace.	On Demand	Online
Technology	Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2016	Learn to quickly and efficiently use Microsoft Excel 2016 and discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets. This course, taught by an experience Microsoft Excel instructor, provides in-depth knowledge for beginners that will have you using Excel like a pro.	On Demand	Online
Technology	Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365	Learn to quickly and efficiently use Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365 as you discover dozens of shortcuts and tricks for setting up fully formatted worksheets. This course, taught by an experience Microsoft Excel instructor, provides in-depth knowledge for beginners that will have you using Excel like a pro.	On Demand	Online
Technology	Introduction to QuickBooks Online	Manage the financial aspects of your small business quickly and efficiently using QuickBooks Online. This course will give you hands-on experience recording income and expenses; entering checks and credit card payments; tracking your payables, inventory, and receivables; and much more.	On Demand	Online
Technology	Introduction to SQL	Gain a solid working knowledge of the most powerful and widely used database programming language. This course will provide you the skills to write SQL queries to create tables, retrieve data from single or multiple tables, manipulate data in a database, and gather statistics from data stored in a database.	On Demand	Online
Law	Employment Law Fundamentals	Learn the basics of employment law so you can legally hire, evaluate and manage employees. This course is a must for anyone who is (or aspires to be) a supervisor, manager, or human resources professional.	On Demand	Online
Business	Fundamentals of Supervision and Management	Become a more effective manager by learning the language of business management. This course provides skills in managing time, delegating responsibility, motivating your employees, solving problems and resolving conflicts so you can accomplish your job more effectively.	On Demand	Online
Business	Managing Customer Service	Learn how to best anticipate and meet customer needs. This course will help you discover some dynamite methods to bring out your best and do the same for the other people you work with as you serve as an ambassador for your company.	On Demand	Online
Medical	Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach	If you have ever had trouble memorizing medical terms, this course (and word association approach) is for you. You'll learn medical terminology from an anatomical approach with the origin, a combined form, and an example of non-medical everyday usage provided for each root term.	On Demand	Online
Management	Talent and Performance Management	Learn how to prepare for an exciting and rewarding career as a Talent Management professional. This course will teach you how to attract and retain top talent in order to compete in a global marketplace.	On Demand	Online
Business	Project Management Fundamentals	Master the essentials of project management with an experienced Project Management Professional as your guide. This course provides the concepts you need to plan, implement, control and close any type of project.	On Demand	Online
Language	Spanish for Medical Professionals	Prepare for any situation by bridging the communication gap between you, your patients, and worried family members. This course provides knowledge of basic medical phrases to help you better communicate with the Spanish-speaking community.	On Demand	Online