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Online career training courses can prepare you for a new career or help you advance within your current occupation. Introducing more than 175+ new Advanced Career Training courses. Pursue a professional position in Business, Technology, Construction & Trades, Healthcare, Hospitality plus more. Learn new skills and prepare for industry-recognized certifications. To see a complete list of Certificate and Advanced Career Training courses, please visit careertraining.ed2go.com/paloalto/.

  • Business Communications

    BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS

    This class covers the most important and the most basic communication skills needed for success in the American workplace. During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.

    Duration: 8 wks
    Date range: March 24 to May 19
    (No class: April 7.)
    Day(s) of the week: Wednesday
    Hour: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
    Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)

    Quarter: Spring 2021
    Prerequisite: Intermediate to advanced English learners
    Price: $147
    Instructor: Katherine S. Barg Ed.D, kbarg@pausd.org

  • Voice-Overs: Now Is Your Time!

    VOICE-OVERS: NOW IS YOUR TIME!

    In what could be the most enlightening 2 hours you’ve ever spent, this class will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more! During the current Covid-19 period, this class is being held LIVE ONLINE via Zoom.

    Duration: One Session
    Date range: March 23
    Day(s) of the week: Tuesday
    Hour: 6–8 p.m.
    Address: LIVE ONLINE (via ZOOM)

    Quarter: Spring 2021
    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $50
    Instructor: LIsa Foster, lisafoster@suchavoice.com

  • Web Applications Developer - GES316

    WEB APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER – GES316

    This 100% online course will train you for a career in web application development. You’ll learn all the tools of the trade, from basic HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to creating, styling, and validating forms.

    Duration: 12 Months / 404 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $2,395.00
    Instructor: Nat Dunn (ed2go Instructor)

  • Python Developer - GES340

    PYTHON DEVELOPER – GES340

    If you want to break into programming, this 100% online course will prepare you with the skills and techniques to become a Python developer.

    Duration: 6 Months / 155 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $995.00
    Instructor: Nat Dunn (ed2go Instructor)

  • Java Programmer - GES337

    JAVA PROGRAMMER – GES337

    This 100% online course begins with an introductory perspective as it provides an overview of advanced Java topics.

    Duration: 6 Months / 100 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $995.00
    Instructor: Nat Dunn (ed2go Instructor)

  • Microsoft Office Master 2019 Certification Training - GES897

    MICROSOFT OFFICE MASTER 2019 CERTIFICATION TRAINING – GES897 (Test Vouchers Included)

    This 100% online course will help you build the technical skills you need to pass the Microsoft Office Master Certification exams for Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

    Duration: 6 Months / 245 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $2,095.00 (Test Vouchers Included)
    Instructor: Tracy Berry (ed2go Instructor)

  • CpmpTIA Certification Training - GES3017

    CompTIA CERTIFICATION TRAINING:
    ITF+ and A+ – GES3017

    This 100% online course will help you will master core concepts that directly apply to the ITF+ and A+ certification exams.

    Duration: 9 Months / 390 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $2,395.00 (Exam Voucher Included)
    Instructor: David Grimes (ed2go Instructor)

  • Adobe Certified Associate - GES368

    ADOBE CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE – GES368 (3 Vouchers Included)

    This 100% online course will train you to use Adobe’s most widely-used programs: Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Animate.

    Duration: 12 Months / 220 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $2,495.00 (3 Exam Vouchers Included)
    Instructor: Tracy Berry (ed2go Instructor)


  • CISCO CCNA Certification Training - GES3023

    CISCO CCNA CERTIFICATION TRAINING – GES3023

    If you’re looking to advance your career as a network administrator, this 100% online course will prepare you to take and pass the CCNA 220-301 exam.

    Duration: 12 months / 225 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: Available on ed2go registration page.
    Price: $2,495.00 (Exam Voucher Included)
    Instructor: David Grimes (ed2go Instructor)

  • Help Desk Analyst Tier 1 Support Specialist – GES208

    HELP DESK ANALYST: TIER 1 SUPPORT SPECIALIST – GES208

    f you want to join one of the fastest growing remote industries, this 100% online course will train you for a career as a help desk analyst.

    Duration: 6 Months/ 120 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $1,495.00
    Instructor: Eric Svendsen (ed2go Instructor)

  • Technical Writing - GES217

    TECHNICAL WRITING – GES217

    This 100% online course will help you master technical writing and build a robust portfolio that showcases this highly marketable skill.

    Duration: 6 Months / 80 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $1,795.00
    Instructor: Lynn Atkinson (ed2go Instructor)

  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - GES180

    CERTIFIED CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CCMA) – GES180

    The 100% online course will prepare you to work as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), designated by the National Healthcare Career Association (NHA).

    Duration: 12 Months / 540 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $2,495.00 (Exam Voucher Included)
    Instructor: Nancy Smith (ed2go Instructor)

  • Certified Physical Therapy Aide - GES189

    CERTIFIED PHYSICAL THERAPY AIDE – GES189

    This 100% online course will teach you the concepts, skills and practices to become a certified physical therapy aide.

    Duration: 9 months / 190 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $1,995.00 (Exam Voucher Included)
    Instructor: Holly Trimble (ed2go Instructor)

  • Accounts Payable Manager Certification - GES3075

    ACCOUNTS PAYABLE MANAGER CERTIFICATION – GES2075

    This 100% online training course will prepare you for the APM certification exam in just three months.

    Duration: 3 Months / 30 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $1,295.00 (Exam Cost Included)
    Instructor: Pam Miller & Judy Bicking (ed2go Instructors)

  • Certified Bookkeeper - GES202

    CERTIFIED BOOKKEEPER – GES202

    This 100% online course will prepare you for certification by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB).

    Duration: 6 Months / 140 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: Available on ed2go registration page.
    Price: $1,995.00
    Instructor: Wade Lindenberger and Helene K. Liatsos (ed2go Instructors)

  • Certified Indoor Air Quality Manager - GES715

    CERTIFIED INDOOR AIR QUALITY MANAGER – GES715

    In this 100% online course, you will learn to diagnose, resolve, and prevent IAQ complaints.

    Duration: 6 Months / 16 Course Hrs
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $795.00
    Instructor: Ian Cull (ed2go Instructor)

  • Certified Indoor Environmentalist Prep - GES716

    CERTIFIED INDOOR ENVIRONMENTALIST PREP – GES716

    In this 100% online course, you will learn the concepts and practices indoor environmental specialists use.

    Duration: 6 Months / 32 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $895.00
    Instructor: Ian Cull (ed2go Instructor)

  • Certified HVAC/R Technician - GES793

    HVAC/R CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN – GES793 (Voucher Included)

    This 100% online course will prepare you to earn NATE or HVAC Excellence certification in under 12 months!

    Duration: 12 Months / 162 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: Available on ed2go registration page
    Price: $2,895.00 (Exam Voucher Included)
    Instructor: Mike Baker (ed2go Instructor)

  • CNC Machinist - GES778

    CNC MACHINIST – GES778

    If you want to advance your manufacturing career, this 100% online course will train you to operate cutting-edge CNC machines.

    Duration: 12 Months / 195 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $1,995.00
    Instructor: This is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.

  • Electrical Technician - GES773

    ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN – GES773

    If you want to start a career as an electrical technician, this 100% online course will teach you the fundamentals of working with and repairing electrical equipment.

    Duration: 12 Months / 120 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $1,995.00
    Instructor: This is not an instructor facilitated course; however, support will be provided through email, online forms, and phone.

  • Foundations of Plumbing - GES788

    FOUNDATIONS OF PLUMBING – GES788

    If you have strong mechanical skills and enjoy solving problems, this 100% online course will give you the foundations for a great career as a plumber.

    Duration: 12 Months / 145 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $2,195.00
    Instructor: Adam Seek (ed2go Instructor)

  • Career Counselor - GES2039

    CAREER COUNSELOR – GES2039

    In this 100% online course, you will learn to help others map out and follow their chosen career journeys.

    Duration: 6 Months / 100 Course Hour
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $1,295.00
    Instructor: Thea Roberts (ed2go Instructor)

  • Professional Interpreter - GES230

    PROFESSIONAL INTERPRETER – GES230

    If you are bilingual and want to assist others as they acclimate to life in a new country, this 100% online course will prepare you to thrive as a Professional Interpreter in either public service or other language-related opportunities.

    Duration: 6 Months / 40 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: Must have a high school education (or equivalent) and be bilingual. (See ed2go registration page.)
    Price: $995.00
    Instructor: Rocío Txabarriaga (ed2go Instructor)

  • Professional Translator (English/Spanish) - GES283

    PROFESSIONAL TRANSLATOR (ENGLISH/SPANISH) – GES283

    Our 100% online course will train you to work as an English/Spanish translator and prepare you for the American Translators Association (ATA) certification exam.

    Duration: 9 Months / 100 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: Available on ed2go registration page
    Price: $2,395.00
    Instructor: Raquel Albornoz & Alejandro Parini (ed2go Instructors)

  • Catering Professional - GES2024

    CATERING PROFESSIONAL – GES2024

    In this 100% online course, you will learn the foundations of catering and the principles for operating a successful catering business.

    Duration: 6 Months / 100 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $1,295.00
    Instructor: Thea Roberts & Liselle Turner (ed2go Instructors)

  • Certified Wedding Planner - GES204

    CERTIFIED WEDDING PLANNER – GES204

    This 100% online course will teach you the concepts and techniques behind wedding planning.

    Duration: 9 Months / 340 Course Hours
    Day(s) of the week: Start Anytime
    Address: ONLINE (not live)

    Prerequisite: None
    Price: $1,595.00
    Instructor: Cho Phillips (ed2go Instructor)

  • COSMETOLOGY APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

    Peninsula Academy reduces a seven-year process to two years, and once apprentices pass the licensing exam they return to their job and maintain their established cliente

    Duration: Length of course: 2 years
    Day(s) of the week: 8 hours in class theoretical training (every Tuesday); 40 hours On Job Training (OJT) Wednesday–Saturday

    Instructor: Peninsula Academy: penacad17@gmail.com