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Self-Directed Learning

Learn at Your Own Pace.
On Your Own Schedule.

Learn whenever it's convenient for you with practical, self-paced learning designed to help you build confidence using today's technology.

 

Access your learning materials online and progress at your own pace—without the pressure of a scheduled class.

Person completing self-directed online learning at their own pace

Why Choose
Self-Directed Learning?

Self-directed learning offers the flexibility to build practical technology skills at your own pace, on your own schedule, with learning materials you can revisit whenever you need them.

✔  Learn whenever it's convenient for you

Study on your own schedule without attending a live workshops.

✔  Learn at your own pace

Take the time you need to understand each topic before moving on.

✔  ​Revisit your learning materials

Review lessons and downloadable resources whenever you need a refresher.

✔  Practical learning

Build practical technology skills through real-world examples and hands-on learning.

✔  Build confidence with technology

Gain practical knowledge through clear, easy-to-follow instruction.

✔  Life Balance Made Easier

Learn when it fits your schedule without interrupting your work, family, or daily routine.

How it works

Getting started is simple. Once your registration and payment are confirmed, you'll receive everything you need to begin learning at your own pace.

Four-step self-directed learning process

Available Self-Directed Learning Programs

Choose the program that's right for you.

Artificial Intelligence Workshop Series

AI 101

Getting Started with Artificial Intelligence

(2½–3 hours)

AI 102

Using AI for Everyday Tasks (1-hour)

AI 103

Using AI for Work and Small Business

(1-hour)

Discover how artificial intelligence is already part of everyday life and learn how today's most useful AI tools can help you communicate, stay organized, solve problems, and work more efficiently. This beginner-friendly workshop introduces AI in clear, practical language with a strong emphasis on safe and responsible use. No previous experience is required.

Available Learning Options

✔ Live Online Workshop

✔ Self-Directed Learning

✔ One-on-One Coaching

✔ Customized Organizational Training

Learn practical ways to use artificial intelligence to simplify everyday tasks, save time, and improve productivity. Discover how AI can help you write emails and letters, summarize information, brainstorm ideas, plan projects, organize your day, conduct research, and solve everyday problems more efficiently—all while using AI safely, critically, and responsibly.

Available Learning Options

✔ Live Online Workshop

✔ Self-Directed Learning

✔ One-on-One Coaching

✔ Customized Organizational Training

Discover how artificial intelligence can help improve workplace productivity and support the day-to-day operations of a small business. Learn practical ways to use AI for business communication, marketing, planning, customer service, content creation, meeting preparation, and administrative tasks while protecting confidential information and using AI responsibly.

Available Learning Options

✔ Live Online Workshop

✔ Self-Directed Learning

✔ One-on-One Coaching

✔ Customized Organizational Training

Excel Essentials - Workshop Series

EXL101

 Microsoft Excel Essentials

(4  hours)

EXL 102

Creating and Formatting  Professional Worksheets

 (3-hours)

EXL103

Working Efficiently with Data

(3-hours)

EXL201

Formula Fundamentals

(3-hours)

EXL202

Working with Essential Functions

(3-hours)

Build a strong foundation in Microsoft Excel by learning the essential skills needed to create, edit, save, and manage worksheets with confidence. This hands-on workshop introduces Excel's core features using practical, real-world examples that help you work more efficiently and prepare you for more advanced topics. No previous Excel experience is required.

Available Learning Options

✔ Live Online Workshop

✔ Self-Directed Learning

✔ One-on-One Coaching

✔ Customized Organizational Training

Learn how to create clear, well-organized, and professional-looking worksheets that are easy to read, update, and share. Discover practical formatting techniques, worksheet design principles, and time-saving tools that improve both the appearance and usability of your spreadsheets.

Available Learning Options

✔ Live Online Workshop

✔ Self-Directed Learning

✔ One-on-One Coaching

✔ Customized Organizational Training

Discover practical techniques for organizing, managing, sorting, filtering, and analyzing data more efficiently in Microsoft Excel. Learn how to work with tables, improve accuracy, and use built-in tools that simplify everyday spreadsheet tasks and increase productivity.

Available Learning Options

✔ Live Online Workshop

✔ Self-Directed Learning

✔ One-on-One Coaching

✔ Customized Organizational Training

Take the mystery out of Excel formulas by learning how they work and how to create them with confidence. Through practical examples, you'll build a solid understanding of formulas, cell references, and calculation techniques that form the foundation for more advanced Excel skills.

Available Learning Options

✔ Live Online Workshop

✔ Self-Directed Learning

✔ One-on-One Coaching

✔ Customized Organizational Training

Learn how to use Excel's most commonly used functions to automate calculations, summarize information, and make better use of your data. Through practical exercises, you'll discover how functions can simplify repetitive tasks, improve accuracy, and help you work more efficiently.

Available Learning Options

✔ Live Online Workshop

✔ Self-Directed Learning

✔ One-on-One Coaching

✔ Customized Organizational Training

Microsoft Office 365

Microsoft 365 training

What's Included?

Every self-directed learning package includes:

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✓ Recorded learning sessions

✓ Digital learning materials (PDF)

✓ Practical exercises

✓ Downloadable resources

✓ Learn anytime, anywhere

✓ Revisit your materials whenever you need

✓ Certificate of Participation (where applicable)

Self-directed learning materials and course kit

Choose the self-directed learning option that best fits your goals and budget.

Self-directed learning course pricing options

Need more information before you register?

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for answers about registration, learning materials, payments, technical requirements, and more.

Ready to Learn at Your Own Pace?

Start whenever it's convenient for you and build practical technology skills with flexible, self-directed learning.

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