Games are increasingly recognized as a tool that can serve many business purposes beyond entertainment. This Certificate provides you with a general introduction to what goes into the design and development of both video and analog games, with a particular focus on the use of games outside of consumer entertainment.   In the first course, you will discover resources for developing game design, identify the mechanics and verbs used in different games. You will come away with knowing the different activities that are part of game design, being able to flesh out a game idea in order to increase the chances to having a successful game design experience, and have a basic understanding of how to work with game developers. In the second course, you will you will learn the basics of video game design process, learn about the main video game genres, and use a game development application to begin your journey of making games.    By successfully completing this Certificate in Basic Game Design, you will have taken the first steps into understanding game design, and being able to create your own games.

This includes two classes which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:

          Introduction to Game Design 6/1-6/26; 9/8/-10/2; $245;

          Intermediate Game Design 7/6-7/31; 10/5-10/30; $245;

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

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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.

This includes three classes which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate: 

          Understanding Debits and Credits 6/1-6/26; 9/8-10-2; $195

          General Ledger and Month End Procedures 7/6-7/31;10/5-10/30;

               $195;

          Closing Procedures and Financial Statements 6/1-6/26; 8/3-8/28;

               11-211-27 $195;

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

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Workplace Mentoring & Coaching—Level 1Mentoring and coaching have come to be used more frequently in organizations to improve leadership competencies. It has benefits for the employer and employee. The knowledge you gather will change the way you see yourself in the workplace. Through this knowledge, you can find helpful strategies to navigate through work and life.Workplace Mentoring & Coaching—Level 2Building on Coaching and Mentoring in the Workplace Course I, C/M II take a further in-depth look at variables involved in employee support. Additionally, in this course you will develop skills in the development, implementation, and support of coaching and mentoring programs in your workplace. Critical analysis and improvement of your programs alongside group dynamics and innovative strategies will also be examined in terms of coaching and mentoring programs. This course offers the much-awaited toolkit you have been searching for to improve your employees’ performance and create the working environment that your employees will find truly rewarding.   

This includes two classes which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:

          Mentoring and Coaching in the Workplace Level 1: 6/1-6/26;

                     9/8-10/2; $245

          Mentoring and Coaching in the Workplace Level 2: 7/6-7/31;

                     10/5-10/30

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

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Discover the keys to successful writing for the workplace.  Whether you are writing a report, memo, letter or publicity notice, business writing has some defined characteristics for success. Successful communicators in the workplace move forward, others move back. Enhance your career by improving this critical communication skill.Begin with understanding the format, construction, and successful techniques of writing good business reports and proposals.  Then improve your skills with editing and proofreading.  Finally, discover what good journalists know. Learn how to write a news story, press release or other publicity notice that zings.  Help your organization stand out with your new skills in business writing. This certificate will take you to the next level where business writing is a skill for personal and organizational success. 

This includes three classes which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:

          Business Writing 6/1-6/26; 9/8-10/2 $195;

          Effective Copywriting 7/6-7/31; 10/5-10/30 $195;

          Writing News and Press Releases 6/1-6/26; 8/3-8/28; 11/2-11/27

                    $195;

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

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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.

This includes three classes whcih may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:

          Intro to Coding 6/1-6/26; 9/8-10/2; $195

          HTML Fundamentals 7/6-7-31; 10/5-10-/30; $245

          CSS Fundamentals 6/1-6/26; 8/3-8//28; 11/2-11/27; $245

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

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With the increase of technology, human interaction with customers becomes all the more important.  Improve your customer service skills to improve productivity and increase your organizations's success.  Learn some extraordinary customer service techniques you won't find anywhere else.

This includes two classe which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:

          Keys to Customer Service 6/1-6/26; 9/8-10/2; $145;

          Extraordinary Customer Service 7/6-7/31; 10/5-10/30; $145; 

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

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Data Analysis is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skills in the workplace.  Companies have vast amounts of data, but it is rare to have someone with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make predictions. Add a whole new skill set to your portfolio, and make a big difference in the success of your organization by acquiring data analysis skills.    Begin with getting a basic understanding of how to analyze data in a business setting. Then learn how many of your business decisions involve comparing groups for differences. You will know the statistics behind these group differences and relationships. Finally you will find out how to perform inquiries that will be useful to your business or organization, and have the skill necessary to communicate these results through graphs and text that your fellow employees will understand. Whether your business is home based or a large company, this certificate will take you to the next level where important decision-making is concerned.

This includes three classes which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:

          Introduction to Data Analysis 6/1-6/26; 9/8-10/2; $195

          Intermediate Data Analysis 7/6-7/31; 10/5-10/30; $195

          Advanced Data Analysis 6/1-6/26; 8/3-8/28; 11/2-11/27; $195

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

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Come get a fundamental yet advanced introduction to eMarketing, (improving email promotions, analyzing web traffic, search engine optimization, and successful online advertising. Relevant for businesses, non-profits, and government agencies.  No eMarketing experience or expertise is necessary.  

This incudes three classers which may be taken individually or grouped as a certificate:

          Improving Email Promotions 6/1-6/26; 9/8-10/2; $195

          Boosting Your Website Traffic 7/6-7/31; 10/5-10/30; $195

          Online Advertising 6/1-6/26; 8/3-8/28; 11/2-11/27; $195

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

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