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If you thought you knew everything about your mobile devices you will now find there is so much more – fun and useful text messaging features, a new keyboard, document scanner, new Do Not Disturb functions, password sharing, many new features in Photos and Siri, a more useful Reminders App, and much more. This is for the individual who has a basic working knowledge of their iPhone or iPad and who wants to take advantage of more of what they have to offer. Discounts or waivers do not apply.

Get professional training designed by Google and take the next step in your career with advanced data analytics skills. There are over 144,000 open jobs in advanced data analytics and the median salary for entry-level roles is $118,000. Advanced data professionals are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting extremely large amounts of data. These jobs require manipulating large data sets and using advanced analytics including machine learning, predictive modeling, and experimental design. 

This certificate builds on your data analytics skills and experience to take your career to the next level. It's designed for graduates of the Google Data Analytics Certificate or people with equivalent data analytics experience. Expand your knowledge with practical, hands-on projects, featuring Jupyter Notebook, Python, and Tableau.

After seven courses, you’ll be prepared for jobs like senior data analyst, junior data scientist, data science analyst, and more. At under 10 hours a week, the certificate program can be completed in less than six months. Upon completion, you can apply for jobs with Google and over 150 U.S. employers, including Deloitte, Target, and Verizon.

This program includes over 200 hours of instruction and hundreds of practice-based assessments, which will help you simulate real-world advanced data analytics scenarios that are critical for success in the workplace. The content is highly interactive and exclusively developed by Google employees with decades of experience in advanced data analytics and data science. Through a mix of videos, assessments, and hands-on labs, you’ll get introduced to advanced data analytics tools and platforms and key technical skills required for an advanced role.

Platforms and tools you will learn include: Jupyter Notebook, Python, Tableau

In addition to expert training and hands-on projects, you'll complete a capstone project that you can share with potential employers to showcase your new skill set. Learn concrete skills that top employers are hiring for right now.

Come make a TV show with us! In this class you will learn and practice all of the technical aspects of a studio shoot such as studio leadership skills, production roles and best communication practices. By the end of the three sessions you will have learned how to direct, operate a camera and use a broadcast switcher. In the second session we’ll do a collaborative video shoot. In the third session we will go over the basics of video editing and you’ll watch and critique your show before it is shown on BIG’s channels and website. A great first production experience, and a terrific way to meet other people interested in video production. 46 Tappan Street 3rd Floor.

Get professional training designed by Google and take the next step in your career with advanced skills in the high-growth field of business intelligence. There are over 166,000 open jobs in business intelligence and the median salary for entry-level roles is $96,000. Business intelligence professionals collect, organize, interpret, and report on data to help organizations make informed business decisions. Some responsibilities include measuring performance, tracking revenue or spending, and monitoring progress.

This certificate builds on your data analytics skills and experience to take your career to the next level. It's designed for graduates of the Google Data Analytics Certificate, also offered through Brookline Adult & Community Education, or people with equivalent data analytics experience. Expand your knowledge with practical, hands-on projects, featuring BigQuery, SQL, and Tableau.

After three courses, you’ll be prepared for jobs like business intelligence analyst, business intelligence engineer, business intelligence developer, and more. At under 10 hours a week, the certificate program can be completed in less than two months. Upon completion, you can apply for jobs with Google and over 150 U.S. employers, including Deloitte, Target, and Verizon.

This program includes over 70 hours of instruction and 50+ practice-based assessments, which will help you simulate real-world business intelligence scenarios that are critical for success in the workplace. The content is highly interactive and exclusively developed by Google employees with decades of experience in business intelligence. Through a mix of videos, assessments, and hands-on labs, you’ll get introduced to BI tools and platforms and key technical skills required for an entry-level job. Platforms and tools you will learn include: BigQuery, SQL, Tableau. 

In addition to expert training and hands-on projects, you'll complete a portfolio project that you can share with potential employers to showcase your new skill set. Learn concrete skills that top employers are hiring for right now.

Canva is the perfect digital tool for beginners and novices! Open up a world of possibilities by learning how to use the easiest design website available all for free. In this class you will learn how to create designs from scratch or use templates with step-by-step guidance for any digital image you need. From online documents, business cards, email signatures and more, you'll leave this class with a practical guide to use Canva with confidence! 

You can take amazing photos with your iPhone or iPad camera. This course will explore the basics of how to use your camera and improve your photo-taking skills. We'll introduce you to apps that help you take the best photos with your iPhone or iPad. These apps have great editing, special effects, and enhancement features that the standard camera doesn't include. This course is for beginners and more experienced iPhone or iPad users who want to take better and more creative photographs. Skills required: familiarity with Apple is helpful. Discounts or waivers do not apply.

When your child has a Smartphone there are key things you should know in order to keep them safe and secure. In this class you’ll understand recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, parental apps for your child’s Smartphone, and more! You will leave this class with a confident plan to simplify the technology so that you and your child can use the phone safely without worry.

When your child has a Smartphone there are key things you should know in order to keep them safe and secure. In this class you’ll understand recommended safety settings on popular social media apps, parental apps for your child’s Smartphone, and more! You will leave this class with a confident plan to simplify the technology so that you and your child can use the phone safely without worry.

Prepare for a new career in the high-growth field of cybersecurity, no degree or experience is required. Get professional training designed and delivered by subject matter experts at Google and have the opportunity to connect with top employers. Organizations must continuously protect themselves and the people they serve from cyber-related threats, like fraud and phishing. They rely on cybersecurity to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their internal systems and information. Cybersecurity analysts use a collection of methods and technologies to safeguard against threats and unauthorized access — and to create and implement solutions should a threat get through. During the 8 courses in this certificate program, you’ll learn from cybersecurity experts at Google and gain in-demand skills that prepare you for entry-level roles like cybersecurity analyst, security operations center (SOC) analyst, and more. At under 10 hours per week, you can complete the certificate in less than 6 months.  Upon completion of the certificate, you can directly apply for jobs with Google and over 150 U.S. employers, including American Express, Deloitte, Colgate-Palmolive, Mandiant (now part of Google Cloud), T-Mobile, and Walmart. The Google Cybersecurity Certificate helps prepare you for the CompTIA Security+ exam, the industry-leading certification for cybersecurity roles. You’ll earn a dual credential when you complete both. This program includes 170 hours of instruction and hundreds of practice-based assessments and activities that simulate real-world cybersecurity scenarios that are critical for success in the workplace. Through a mix of videos, assessments, and hands-on labs, you’ll become familiar with the cybersecurity tools, platforms, and skills required for an entry-level job. Skills you’ll gain will include Python, Linux, SQL, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), communication, collaboration, analysis, problem-solving, and more!  Additionally, each course includes portfolio activities through which you’ll showcase examples of cybersecurity skills that you can share with potential employers. Acquire concrete skills that top employers are hiring for right now.

BA&CE has partnered with Google to provide you with world-class, industry-recognized skills training that can help you prepare for an in-demand job. Taught online by expert Google employees, Google's Professional Certificates offer an ideal way to provide skills training that can help enhance your hire-ability in high-growth jobs in the Data Analytics field. All courses are online and move at your own pace but must be completed within 12 months. It is recommended that you complete 10 hours of study per week. Data Analysts prepare, process, and analyze data to help inform business decisions. They create visualizations to share their findings with stakeholders and provide recommendations driven by data. Course modules include Data Types and Structures; Using Data to Solve Problems; How to Analyze Data; Data Storytelling with Visualizations; and Using R Programming to Supercharge Your Analysis. You'll develop in-demand data analytics skills using spreadsheets, SQL, Tableau, R, and more. These modules will equip you with the skills you need to apply for entry-level data analyst roles. The median salary for a job in this field averages $74,000 and there are an estimated 380,000 open positions across the U.S. Typical job titles are Associate Data Analyst; Junior Data Scientist; Finance Analyst; Operations Analyst; Data Technician; Business Performance Analyst; Marketing Analyst and Healthcare Analyst. No relevant experience is required to participate. A bonus: Google Career Certificate graduates get exclusive access to the Google job platform, where a group of more than 150+ employers is hiring for open roles. Other than a  registration fee, the program is free to you. A limited number of seats are available. Do not wait and register to secure your virtual seat today! Please ignore the start date and times. This is a self-paced course done at your convenience.

BA&CE has partnered with Google to provide you with world-class, industry-recognized skills training that can help you prepare for an in-demand job. Taught online by expert Google employees, Google's Professional Certificates offer an ideal way to provide skills training that can help enhance your hire-ability in high-growth jobs in Digital Marketing and e-commerce. All courses are online and move at your own pace but must be completed within 12 months. It is recommended that you complete 10 hours of study per week.  Digital marketing involves using email, social media, search engines, display advertising, and other online channels to attract customers, encourage them to make purchases and keep them coming back. E-commerce involves using online platforms to sell products and services, which includes designing online stores, crafting product listings, conducting market research, and analyzing store performance. These modules will equip you with the skills you need to apply for entry-level Digital Marketing and E-Commerce roles. The median salary for a job in this field averages $51,000 and there are an estimated 218,000 open positions across the U.S. Typical job titles are Search Engine Optimization Specialist, Paid Search Specialist, Email Marketing Specialist, E-Commerce Associate, Media Planner, and Marketing Coordinator. No relevant experience is required to participate. A bonus: Google Career Certificate graduates get exclusive access to the Google job platform, where a group of more than 150+ employers are hiring for open roles. Other than a registration fee, the program is free to you. A limited number of seats are available. Do not wait! Register to secure your virtual seat today! Please ignore the start date and times. This is a self-paced course done at your convenience.

Expand your skills with Google Sheets and use this training for a lifetime! Whether it’s for work or for play, this class will teach you comprehensive skills which will turn you from a Sheets novice into a Sheets expert. You will learn to enter, organize, refine, analyze, and visualize your data using Google Sheets!

Expand your skills with Google Sheets and use this training for a lifetime! Whether it’s for work or for play, this class will teach you comprehensive skills which will turn you from a Sheets novice into a Sheets expert. You will learn to enter, organize, refine, analyze, and visualize your data using Google Sheets!

What can you do on Instagram that can result in huge growth for your customer base and sales? 
We’ve got the answers you need in this fun beginner-level class to grow your business with Instagram. You’ll learn the key steps needed in order to improve your company's bottom line and also gain more followers. Plus, you’ll learn to make your content irresistible and have fun in the process!

 

Do you hate to drive in bad weather or when it's dark outside? Expand your transportation options and independence through the ride sharing service, Uber. In this class, you will learn the basics and gain the knowledge on how to use Uber. Learn to use Uber at major airports so that you can travel with confidence and without having to ask a friend for a ride, as well as other appointments and errands. Open up your travel options with this fun and engaging class!

Stay up to date by expanding your technology knowledge and learn what you need to know about the mobile payment service called Venmo. Learn how to pay friends, businesses or receive money without using cash or checks. You’ll leave this class with a confident understanding of how to set up Venmo safely, fees to avoid, and real world scenarios you or your family and friends may use with this mobile payment option.

BA&CE has partnered with Google to provide you with world-class, industry-recognized skills training that can help you prepare for an in-demand job. Taught online by expert Google employees, Google's Professional Certificates offer an ideal way to provide skills training that can help enhance your hire-ability in high-growth jobs in IT Support. All courses are online and move at your own pace but must be completed within 12 months. It is recommended that you complete 10 hours of study per week.  In both small businesses and large organizations, IT support involves troubleshooting and problem-solving to help computers and networks run smoothly while providing great customer service along the way. These modules will equip you with the skills you need to apply for entry-level IT Support roles. The median salary for a job in this field averages $52,000 and there are an estimated 400,000 open positions across the U.S. Typical job titles are Database Administrator; IT Specialist; Tech Support Specialist; Systems Analyst; Network Engineer; Help Desk Technician; IT Support Specialist; IT Technician; Computer User Specialist; and IT Assistant. No relevant experience is required to participate. A bonus: Google Career Certificate graduates get exclusive access to the Google job platform, where a group of more than 150+ employers are hiring for open roles. Other than a registration fee, the program is free to you. A limited number of seats are available. Do not wait! Register to secure your virtual seat today! 

Managing your Mail, Contacts, and Calendars is fundamental to using your iPhone and/or iPad to their full potential. This class will review the many features of these three Apps and handy tips and tricks that will allow you to use their full power to keep better organized and efficient. Discounts or waivers do not apply.

Does your child dream of having their own YouTube channel? Eliminate the worry with this helpful class as we walk you through the steps on how to set up a YouTube channel, safety settings, and consideration for kids having their own channel. Parents will learn the basic guidelines of being able to help manage and monitor their activity, all while incorporating practical business skills when it comes to managing your own channel. You’ll learn how this hobby can become a practical career, safety practices, and even create fun videos! Parents will leave the class with helpful guidelines to get their kid’s channel started safely and a solid foundation for their child’s new creative outlet in 2024. Please note, children must be age 13 and have parental permission to start a YouTube channel.

This course, which is especially designed for women, will cover the six important aspects of a robust financial map. This includes building wealth, the ability to protect career and family, the challenges of balancing educational funding with retirement planning, the importance of an airtight estate plan, important issues in planning for Eldercare and the unique risks of aging for women.

Make big money fast (virtually, that is). In this fun and high-spirited setting, you'll try to grow a virtual $100,000 cash account into a top-performing portfolio and learn how daily events that shape our world affect our finances. Play The Stock Market Game and Trade; and you'll learn how investing works, starting by examining how the markets work, types of investment products, investment research, use of stock charts, global events, and conducting research for case studies. Then you'll learn about risk, speculating, diversification, and borrowing on margin. Working individually and in teams, you'll compete against your classmates and other groups across the state in this SIFMA Foundation-sponsored game. No experience is necessary.

Have you been curious about what ChatGPT is exactly and how it may affect you? Learn what you need to know about ChatGPT powered by Artificial Intelligence in this fun and engaging class! You will understand how it works exactly and why it's taking the world by storm. You'll also learn practical everyday uses for ChatGPT in the workforce and at home. Don't get left behind in today's tech savvy world, and attend this upcoming training! 

BA&CE has partnered with Google to provide you with world-class, industry-recognized skills training that can help you prepare for an in-demand job. Taught online by expert Google employees, Google's Professional Certificates offer an ideal way to provide skills training that can help enhance your hire-ability in high-growth jobs in Project Management. All courses are online and move at your own pace but must be completed within 12 months. It is recommended that you complete 10 hours of study per week.  Whether at a small company or a large enterprise organization, Project Managers are responsible for planning, organizing, and running projects so they can be delivered on time and within budget. These modules will equip you with the skills you need to apply for entry-level Project Manager roles. The median salary for a job in this field averages $73,000 and there are an estimated 479,000 open positions across the U.S. Typical job titles are Project Coordinator; Project Assistant; Operations Manager; Operations Associate; Program Manager; Scrum Master; Project Associate; Project Analyst; Project Administrator; Technical Project Manager; and Project Manager. No relevant experience is required to participate. A bonus: Google Career Certificate graduates get exclusive access to the Google job platform, where a group of more than 150+ employers are hiring for open roles. Other than a registration fee, the program is free to you. A limited number of seats are available. Do not wait! Register to secure your virtual seat today! Please ignore the start date and times. This is a self-paced course done at your convenience.

Driving new customer traffic to your website and promoting your business is imperative in today's technology world. Don't let your skillset or company get left behind by missing the key social media rules you need to know! In this class, you'll learn how to craft a simple but effective social media marketing strategy, listen directly to customers and implement tips to grow your business all while staying organized without technology overwhelm. 

Would you like to learn about investing and a practical approach to building wealth, but don't know where to start? This comprehensive course is designed to demystify investment jargon and empower you to manage your money safely and effectively. We'll start by examining money market accounts, certificates of deposit, savings accounts, stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. With hands-on exercises, you will master practical investment skills such as spotting high fees on account statements and in mutual fund prospectuses, and building a balanced portfolio. Find out what really matters when you pick mutual funds (hint: it's not the number of stars). Learn how to protect yourself from salespeople and speculators, and how to use the financial services industry to your best advantage. Class includes the design of a portfolio that is appropriate for your risk tolerance.

Make big money fast (virtually, that is). In this fun and high-spirited setting, you'll try to grow a virtual $100,000 cash account into a top-performing portfolio and learn how daily events that shape our world affect our finances. Play The Stock Market Game™ and you'll learn how investing works, starting by examining how the markets work, types of investment products, investment research, use of stock charts, global events, and conducting research for case studies. Then you'll learn about risk, speculating, diversification, and borrowing on margin. Working individually and in teams, you’ll compete against your classmates and other groups across the state in this SIFMA Foundation-sponsored game.

BA&CE has partnered with Google to provide you with world-class, industry recognized skills training that can help you prepare for an in-demand job. Taught online by expert Google employees, Google's Professional Certificates offer an ideal way to provide skills training that can help enhance your hire-ability in high-growth jobs in User Experience (UX) Design. All courses are online and move at your own pace but must be completed within 12 months. It is recommended that you complete 10 hours of study per week. UX Designers make technology easier and more enjoyable for people to use. They design products and tools so that they are more useful and accessible for users.  Modules include: Developing Personas, User Stories, and User Journey Maps; Conducting Usability Studies; Creating Wireframes and Prototypes; Testing and Iterating on Designs; and Building a Professional Portfolio. These modules will equip you with the skills you need to apply for entry-level UX Designer roles. The median salary for a job in this field averages $92,000 and there are an estimated 999,000 open positions across the U.S. Typical job titles are: UI Designer, Interaction Designer, Visual Designer, Product Designer, and User Experience (UX) Designer. No relevant experience is required to participate. An added bonus: Google Career Certificate graduates get exclusive access to the Google job platform, where a group of more than 150+ employers are hiring for open roles. Other than a registration fee, the program is free to you. Limited number of seats are available. Do not wait! Register to secure your virtual seat today! 

 

 

 

 

Build your own website and blog easily, for business or personal sites. Using WordPress, you'll learn to build, edit, and customize your own website- without any knowledge of HTML. We'll learn both technical setup and creative customizations, tailoring our efforts to the interests and needs of the class. Students should be comfortable using a computer and the Internet. If you choose to purchase a website domain or host, then you would incur an additional expense. B.I.G. 3rd Floor UAB building.

This class is geared toward students planning to take the newly revamped digital SAT exam. In our twice a week sessions, we focus on learning strategies, reviewing important content, and covering test taking techniques. Students will take practice tests sourced directly from the College Board between class sessions to simulate the actual test. The instructor will provide feedback on the students' progress in both the math and verbal sections of the SAT. The required text, The Official Digital SAT Study Guide published by the College Board (2023 edition), is available for purchase online.