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. More information on Adobe Creative Cloud software can be found at adobe.com  

CEUs/ILUs: 4.8Length (in hours): 48Price in USD $545.00

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. Access to Adobe Illustrator software required.

CEUs/ILUs: 1.6Length (in hours): 16Price in USD $225.00

You as a manager are on the front lines of human resources (HR) for your organization. Upskill your knowledge about HR. Conquer one of the essential competencies for a successful manager, moving up, and contributing to the productivity of your organization. Crush it with your people. Whether you work with a small organization or a large one with HR specialists, you play a critical role in creating a positive HR environment. Know what every manager needs to know about HR.

CEUs/ILUs: 4.8Length (in hours): 48Price in USD $495.00

Grasp how good HR is not just following rules, but increasing productivity, employee satisfaction, retention, and organizational success. Find out the most common rules most unintentionally violated. Know when to seek an HR professional. Conquer three of the most common tasks managers face with HR: Onboarding; Talent Development; and meeting Organizational Goals. Whether you work with a small organization or a large one with HR specialists, you play a critical role in creating a positive HR environment. Interact with an experienced non-HR manager. Position yourself with the ability to deal with the most common issues with your employees. Be versed in the rules and best HR practices every manager needs to know.

CEUs/ILUs: 1.6
Length (in hours): 16
Price in USD $195.00

This is an online course.  This class can be taken anytime, anywhere during the class dates specified.

Registration can be done up to a week after class starts.

Improve email promotions, including when and what to email and testing copy. Analyze email response rates (open rates and click-throughs).   Improve promotion and responses with tracking and testing. 

For full details, see:  https://www.yougotclass.org/index.cfm/Sanford

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org

This is an online course.  This class can be taken anytime, anywhere during the class dates specified.  This class can be taken up to one week past the class start date.

Unlock the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with ChatGPT, the fastest-growing app in the world. With over 100 million users within the first two months of launch, discover why everyone is talking about this revolutionary platform. In this course, you'll learn how AI tools can dramatically increase your productivity and provide you with a competitive advantage in the workplace. Designed for anyone seeking to acquire new skills, you’ll gain an understanding of the capabilities of AI tools and how to leverage them to achieve your goals faster and easier than ever before. Don't get left behind in the AI revolution - join this course and learn how to capitalize on the opportunities it presents. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this course is for you. Take the first step towards unlocking your full potential with ChatGPT.

For full details, see: https://www.yougotclass.org/index.cfm/sanford

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at  AdultEd@sanford.org

This is an online course.  This class can be taken anytime, anywhere during the class dates specified.  This class can be taken up to one week past the class start date.

You will be introduced to the basics of computer programming and various programming languages. New technologies allow people outside of the computer science field to be able to create their web pages using code.  Students will learn the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript in this course, as well as the practical uses for each.

For full details, see:  https://www.yougotclass.org/index.cfm/Sanford

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org

This is an online course.  This class can be taken anytime, anywhere during the class dates specified.  This class can be taken up to one week past the class start date.

Explore the field of cybersecurity, including its history, importance, and core principles. Understand the various types of cyber threats and the fundamental concepts of information security.  Come away with a familiarity of the basic types of cyber threats. 

For full details, see:  https://www.yougotclass.org/index.cfm/sanford

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact SCAE at AdultEd@sanford.org