Give your organization a competitive advantage with Artificial Intelligence (AI). And position yourself in an emerging knowledge specialty and growth area. Explore what AI can do to reduce costs, gather more and better business data, automate time-consuming tasks, improve efficiency, lower human error, reallocate staff time for higher priority functions, and more. Then master the concepts and fundamental techniques of implementing AI. Finally, develop an AI plan and strategy to deliver results for your workplace. Walk away with the knowledge and confidence to help lead your organization into this exciting new area of business expertise.IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Introduction to ChatGPT (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-Intermediate AI (Oct. 5-30)-AI Planning & Strategies (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the individual class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required for certain classes.*A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

The Mastering ChatGPT and Conversational AI for the Workplace Certificate is a comprehensive three-course program designed to help students develop practical, in-demand skills using ChatGPT and other leading conversational AI tools, including Claude and Perplexity. Beginning with foundational concepts and effective prompting techniques, students learn how to use AI assistants confidently for research, writing, brainstorming, problem-solving, and productivity. The program then advances to professional and business applications, including strategic decision-making, content creation, data analysis, and industry-specific use cases. In the final course, students move beyond individual prompts to design repeatable AI-assisted systems and workflows that improve consistency, efficiency, and results across complex projects. Through hands-on exercises, real-world examples, and practical applications, participants gain the knowledge and professional skills to leverage ChatGPT and other conversational AI tools more effectively, improve productivity, and integrate AI into professional workflows with confidence and responsibility. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Introduction to ChatGPT (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-Intermediate ChatGPT (Oct. 5-30)-Advanced ChatGPT (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Certain classes may require pre-requisite classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard computer illustration software. Use Illustrator to draw shapes and design logos, flyers, posters, banners, business cards or any other vector graphics for print or web. In this course, you will learn Adobe Illustrator fundamentals to set up a print document and use various tools to draw, type and color all kinds of shapes and illustrations. Learn how to efficiently manage layers and artboards, and create print-ready PDF documents. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENT:-Access to Adobe Illustrator software required. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This class is included in the full certificate course, Graphic Design Software Essentials Certificate. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Designed for beginners, we will have you speaking and reading Spanish in no time. You will practice the basic building blocks of the language and common idiomatic expressions. You will know enough vocabulary and grammar for simple conversations, and you will learn how to ask and answer questions. Whether you speak some Spanish and need a refresher, or no Spanish, you will complete the course with the skills to communicate in Spanish. REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS NOTE: *Available at Amazon.com in paperback or e-edition-we recommend paperback) Both books include audio recordings and flashcards to aid in vocabulary atwww.mhlanguagelab.comEasy Spanish Step-by-Stepby Barbara BregsteinPublished by McGraw-HillISBN 978-0-07-146338-8MHID 0-07-146338-0 Approximate Cost: $14 in paperback, $9 e-edition (we recommend paperback) Easy Spanish ReaderPremium Third Editionby William T. TardyPublished by McGraw-HillISBN 978-0-07-185019-3MHID 0-07-185019-8 Approximate Cost: $14 in paperback, $9 e-edition (we recommend paperback) IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is not a certificate course.*A digital badge will not be issued for once the course has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

How do you manage the finances of a business? Whether you are an entrepreneur, running a family business, or just looking to advance your career and add to your skill set, this Bookkeeping Certificate will provide you with the knowledge needed to measure, and manage, the financial health of your business. This program focuses on cash basis accounting.No one will care more about the financial health of your business than you! It’s imperative that you understand how the process works and are able to complete the accounting cycle accurately and in a timely fashion. Even if you plan to outsource your bookkeeping needs, you should still understand how the process works. No one should be clueless when it comes to the finances of their business.NOTE: The Bookkeeping Certificate courses must be taken in the below order (the classes build off each other): - Understanding Debits and Credits- General Ledger and Month End Procedures- Closing Procedures and Financial Statements IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Understanding Debits & Credits (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-Gerneral Ledger & Month End Procedures(Oct. 5-30)-Closing Procedures & Financial Statements (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required for certain classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Get hands-on experience with the most widely used computer programs in the world, and take away the skills to create professional documents, presentations, and spreadsheets. Whether you're looking to enhance your current career or launch a new one, this certificate program will equip you with the skills you need to succeed in today's digital world. Earn a certificate that demonstrates your mastery of computer skills for the workplace by taking all three classes in this series. Discover the power of Microsoft Excel to create, edit and manage spreadsheets, master the art of professional document creation with Microsoft Word, and bring your proposals and presentations to life with Microsoft PowerPoint.TECHNOLOGY NOTE:*Students must have Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, & Microsoft Powerpoint to complete this certificate. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Mastering Microsoft Excel (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-Mastering Microsoft Word (Oct. 5-30)-Mastering Microsoft PowerPoint (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required or recommended for certain classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

A must-have skill to succeed in business, whether an entrepreneur or a valued employee, is the ability to create, edit and manage spreadsheets. Microsoft Excel is the most used spreadsheet tool in the world. Begin with learning how an Excel worksheet is constructed, populated with content, and edited for delivery. Discover how various menu items, commands, settings and processes affects the look of your Excel worksheets and workbooks. Then, increase your efficiency by learning how to organize, display and calculate your data into useful information. Identify different types of data and how data can be best visually represented or formatted, by using different data tool techniques. Finally, you’ll learn a variety of Excel’s most powerful features to analyze data quickly and easily. This Certificate will help you discover how to attractively visualize your data into meaningful information with confidence.TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENT:-Microsoft Word-Microsoft Excel-Microsoft Powerpoint IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Mastering Microsoft Excel (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-Intermediate Excel (Oct. 5-30)-Advanced Excel (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required for certain classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

In today’s business environment, there is a need for good project management. Project management provides visibility of project health to the business and the customer. Through continuous monitoring, early detection of variations to plan, schedule, and budget can be communicated to stakeholders for quick resolution, including project cancelation. Project management is one of the fastest paths to promotion by increasing your network through greater exposure. First, gain the skills, tools and templates to confidently develop and maintain a project. An overview of salaries, certification costs, education and experience requirements are provided. Then acquire a well-rounded knowledge of the five Project Management Processes relating to the Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide. This basic information will assist you in learning the beginnings of Project Management, whether you are interested in project management, in a project management field, or in any line of work. Finally, learn the ten Project management Knowledge Areas and their support role and relationships to the five Project Management Processes.Classes must be taken in the following order:- Introduction to Project Management- Project Management Processes- Project Management Knowledge Areas IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Introduction to Project Management (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-Project Management Processes (Oct. 5-30)-Project Management Knowledge Areas (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required or recommended for certain classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Save time, track money, and get important insights with QuickBooks Online. QuickBooks Online is the leading online accounting platform. It is the preferred choice for small business managers, owners, bookkeepers and accounting professionals. There are patches and regular automatic upgrades to the software.Get a comprehensive understanding of QuickBooks Online. Then learn how to work with more advanced QuickBooks Online topics. A free trial version of the software is provided to use during the class. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -QuickBooks Online Level 1 (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-QuickBooks Online Level 2 (Oct. 5-30)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required or recommmended for certain classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Coding is becoming one of the most in-demand skills in the workplace today. As a result, coding has become a core skill that bolsters one’s chances of becoming a higher value to organizations. The highest demand is for programming languages with broad applicability. Begin by getting introduced to the basics of computer programming and various programming languages. Then go to the next level and acquire all the basics of HTML and CSS. You will learn the relationship between these two industry-standard web page coding languages and the step by step process of hand coding and building web pages. Finally, discover the advanced features of CSS and learn how to use this very powerful language.NOTE: Students must take the Coding Certificate classes in the below order:- Introduction to Coding- HTML Fundamentals- CSS Fundamentals IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Introduction to Coding (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-HTML Fundamentals (Oct. 5-30)-CSS Fundamentals (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required or recommended for certain classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

The Adobe software tools are the leading software for graphic design. Adobe Illustrator is the industry standard computer illustration software. Use Illustrator to draw shapes and design logos, flyers, posters, banners, business cards or any other vector graphics for print or web. Adobe InDesign is the industry standard page-layout program that works with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop seamlessly. InDesign allows you to create simple to complex multi-page documents such as brochures, flyers, books and magazines. Use Adobe Photoshop to effectively work with selection and editing tools, layers, and masks to edit, retouch and enhance existing images or create your own composite digital art work. Access to the Adobe software tools required.SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS:For all online Adobe classes, students are responsible for purchasing their own software for their course. Trial versions of Adobe software are sometimes available on the Adobe company website. If you're taking the entire “Graphic Design certificate” you'll need Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign. Otherwise you may sign up for a single software. There is no school discount through LERN or Eden Prairie Community Education. More information on Adobe Creative Cloud software can be found at adobe.com IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Adobe Illustrator Essentials (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-Adobe Photoshop Essentials (Oct. 5-30)-Adobe InDesign Essentials (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required or recommended for certain classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Designed specifically for those with little to no fiction writing experience, find your pathway towards your fiction writing goals. Learn the basic building blocks of story: character, plot and setting. Then find out the different forms of fiction writing and some of the genres you might like to explore. Whether you’ve never written a word of fiction, or haven’t written since high school or college, you will complete the course with the skills you need to get started. Create a new work of fiction, or revive an old one that’s been sitting in your bottom drawer. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is not a certificate course.*A digital badge will not be issued for once the course has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Gain insights into your data! Power BI (business intelligence) is a widely used business analytics service offered by Microsoft. Power BI Desktop is a complete data analysis and report creation tool that you install for free. In this course, you will discover how to quickly extract, transform, and load data with just a few clicks. You will create interactive visualizations (charts, maps, KPIs) to provide you with insights into your company’s data to make informed decisions. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This class is included in the full certificate course, Power BI Certificate. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Give your organization a competitive advantage with Artificial Intelligence (AI). And position yourself in an emerging knowledge specialty and growth area. Explore what AI can do to reduce costs, gather more and better business data, automate time-consuming tasks, improve efficiency, lower human error, reallocate staff time for higher priority functions, and more. Then master the concepts and fundamental techniques of implementing AI. Finally, develop an AI plan and strategy to deliver results for your workplace. Walk away with the knowledge and confidence to help lead your organization into this exciting new area of business expertise. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This class is included in the full certificate course, AI Certificate or AI ChatGPT Certificate. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

After taking this course in “Introduction to Coding”, you will be introduced to the basics of computer programing and various programing languages. New technologies allow people outside of the computer science field to be able to create their own web pages using code. Students will learn the basics of HTML, CSS, and Java Script in this course, as well as the practical uses for each. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: *This class is included in the full certificate course, Coding Certificate. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

In today’s business environment, there is a need for good project management. Project management provides visibility of project health to the business and the customer. Through continuous monitoring, early detection of variations to plan, schedule, and budget can be communicated to stakeholder for quick resolution, including project cancelation. Project management is one of the fastest paths to promotion by increasing your network through greater exposure. You will have the skills, tools and templates to confidently develop and maintain a project. An overview of salaries, certification costs, education and experience requirements are provided. We hope you will choose Project Management as a career. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This class is included in the full certificate course, Introduction to Project Management. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Learn how to write SQL code to create and populate database tables and how to write simple SQL queries that are capable of retrieving vast amounts of information from a database. In this course, you will discover the power of the relational database, how to create and manage database tables, and how to use SQL SELECT statements to precisely pinpoint and retrieve data from a database. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENT:- Windows 10 or later. Macs are not compatible.-Necessary rights (local administrative rights) to install programs on the computer. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: *This class is included in the full certificate course, SQL Certificate. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Six Sigma methods have been successfully deployed in many industries and organizations. This challenging Introduction to Six Sigma Green Belt course teaches critical skills required for Six Sigma practitioners. This first course in the certification program explains the basic terms and proven Six Sigma problem-solving methods, team building tools, and descriptive statistics that are the basis for the statistical tools that contribute to the success of improvement projects and to the overall success of your organization. Topics covered include Lean Principles, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Team Tools, Project Charters, and Basic Statistical Tools. The instructor uses the “flipped” classroom technique and expects participants to go beyond the classroom and use the internet and other resources to learn the material. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: *This class is included in the full certificate course, Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

In this rapidly evolving digital world, online networking connects individuals and businesses from around the globe. Social media provides real time social interactions, news and entertainment, research, marketing, brand development, customer service, and much more. In this course, we will explore top social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok. Learn how your business can use social media to understand customer behavior, increase market reach, and convert site visitors into buyers. For beginner and experienced social media users. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: *This class is included in the full certificate course, Social Media for Business Certificate. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

A must-have skill to succeed in business, whether an entrepreneur or a valued employee, is the ability to create, edit and manage spreadsheets. Microsoft Excel is the most used spreadsheet tool in the world. Stay current with this class, as it is always up-to-date and will change as the features of Excel change over time. Examine the life of an Excel worksheet and workbook, from creation to presentation. Learn how an Excel worksheet is constructed, populated with content, and edited for delivery. Master the options that can take your Excel worksheet from plain, drab numbers to exciting and engaging multimedia. You will leave class with a set of skills that are in high demand and will be a deciding factor in your future success.TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENT:-Microsoft Excel is required. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This class is included in the full certificate course, Certificate in Mastering Excel & Certificate in Mastering Computer Skills for the Workplace. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Even if you outsource your payroll needs, you still need to know the rules and regulations. Know how to calculate payroll as well as state and federal payroll tax requirements. In this program we cover payroll concepts, payroll calculations, payroll and tax withholdings, tax filings and payroll journal entries. Learn the payroll cycle from start to finish! IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Payroll Concepts (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-Payroll Calculations & Tax Withholdings (Oct. 5-30)-Payroll & Tax Filings (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required or recommended for certain classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Payroll for employees vs. non-employees as well as exempt employees vs. nonexempt employees. Know the various pay periods and required payroll documents. Learn the rules for travel and overtime as well as rules for 1099 reporting. You will also learn the IRS rules for retaining payroll documents. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: *This class is included in the full certificate course, Mastering Payroll Certificate. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Gain insights into your data using business intelligence software – Power Business Intelligence. Power BI is a widely used business analytics service offered by Microsoft. Power BI Desktop is a complete data analysis and report creation tool that you install for free.Discover the process of creating interactive reports. Integrate financial, marketing, or any other source data in your accounting system, Excel, or on the Web. Streamline the data to what is needed using Power Query. Create charts, maps, and other visuals to see your data in real time.Delve further into Power Query to ETL (Extract, Transform and Load) your data. Build the Data Model using relationships and DAX (Data Analysis Expressions). Utilize Time Intelligence functions to view YoY or YTD reports. Add user friendly features to enhance your reports and analyze your results.This certificate will enhance your skills in data analysis, giving you greater insight into your organization’s performance and allowing you to make more informed decisions. NOTE: This Certificate must be taken in the following order: Introduction- Intermediate- Advanced IMPORTANT INFORMATION:*This is registration for a full certificate course, which includes these classes: -Introduction to BI (Sept.8-Oct. 2)-Intermediate BI (Oct. 5-30)-Advanced BI (Nov. 2-27)If you would like to register for only one of the classes, please search the name of the class here. Pre-requisite classes maybe required for certain classes. *A digital badge will be issued for each completed class, with a final badge awarded upon successful completion of the full course.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.

Get a comprehensive understanding of QuickBooks Online, one of the most popular cloud based accounting programs and preferred choice for small business managers, owners, bookkeepers and accounting professionals. In four hands-on units you will learn how to use QuickBooks Online to enter sales, purchases, receive and make payments and add inventory. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: *This class is included in the full certificate course, Certificate in QuickBooks Online. If you would like to register for the full certificate course, please search the name of the course here.*A digital badge will be issued when the class has been completed.*LERN (Learning Resources Network) will send login information to the primary e-mail listed in your Arux account. Please update your email in Arux if you prefer to receive this login information to be sent to a different e-mail.