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Online Non-Credit Classes

Welcome to online non-credit class work at Marygrove College. The table of contents below lists the wide-range of available coursework available to you in conjunction with our online partner, edt2go. To learn more click on an area of interest below. To register for Online non-credit classes, please visit to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.

> Art, History, Psychology & Literature

Film Literacy
Description: Gain an appreciation of the filmmaker's art. Be able to read between the frames to find deeper meaning in any filmed story.

Music Made Easy
Description: Learn the fundamentals of music theory. Be able to read, write, and play simple music.

Enjoying European Art Online
Description: An introduction to the most important works of European art, with a wealth of commentary and interesting historical information.

Drawing for the Absolute Beginner
Description: Gain a solid foundation in drawing and become the artist you’ve always dreamed you could be!

Jungian Psychology
Description: A fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of human nature, symbolism, dreams, spirituality, artistic expression, and the psyche.

Inspiring Tales from the Underground Railroad
Description: Historical researcher and storyteller brings history to life with inspiring tales of courage and heroism.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Accounting Accounting

Fundamentals
Description: Gain a marketable new skill by learning the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and more.

Accounting Fundamentals II
Description: Give yourself skills that are in high demand by exploring corporate accounting with a veteran instructor.

Creating a Successful Business Plan
Description: Turn your business ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2003
Description: Discover the secrets to setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently.

Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2003
Description: Work faster and more productively by learning to use some of Excel 2003's most powerful tools.

Advanced Microsoft Excel 2003
Description: Increase your potential and maximize your value by becoming an expert Microsoft Excel user.

Introduction to QuickBooks 2005
Description: Learn how to quickly and efficiently gain control over the financial aspects of your business.

QuickBooks for Contractors
Description: Harness the power of QuickBooks Premier Contractor Edition for increased success in the contracting business.

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks
Description: Discover the secrets to effortlessly setting up and processing your payroll.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Basic Computer Literacy

Keyboarding
Description: Use the computer program FasType for Windows to learn the basic skills of touch-typing.

Introduction to Windows XP
Description: Learn how Windows XP makes it easy to work with text, pictures, audio, video, and more.

Working With Your Macintosh
Description: Your Macintosh comes out of the box with everything you could ever need in a computer. This course will show you how to use it all.

101 Tips and Tricks for the iMac and Macintosh
Description: An experienced instructor shows you how to become a more productive Mac user.

Computer Skills for the Workplace
Description: Gain a working knowledge of the computer skills you'll need to succeed in today's job market.

Introduction to the Internet
Description: Master the ins and outs of the Internet with this informative behind-the-scenes look at the Web, search engines, email, and more.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Business Administration

Project Management Fundamentals
Description: Gain the skills you'll need to succeed in the fast-growing field of project management.

Project Management Applications
Description: Experienced project manager teaches you tricks of the project management trade.

Fundamentals of Supervision and Management
Description: Learn the people skills required to motivate and delegate, and learn tools for solving problems and resolving conflicts.

Fundamentals of Supervision and Management II
Description: Learn how to be an effective manager or supervisor. Master the basics of communicating effectively, and learn tools for developing your own interpersonal skills.

Administrative Assistant Fundamentals
Description: Prepare to take advantage of the many new job opportunities in health care, legal services, and other industries.

Administrative Assistant Applications
Description: Gain the skills and knowledge you'll need to prepare for the Certified Administrative Professional exam and begin a rewarding career as an administrative assistant.

Understanding the Human Resources Function
Description: Learn to handle basic human resource functions to ensure the best possible results.

Mastery of Business Fundamentals
Description: Acquire practical experience in strategic planning, management, and finance without enrolling in an MBA program.

Mastery of Business Applications
Description: Learn what all MBAs know--without going to the trouble of getting an MBA!

Employment Law Fundamentals
Description: Learn the basics of employment law so you can legally hire, evaluate, and manage employees.

Total Quality Fundamentals
Description: Learn the basics of total quality management.

Six Sigma: Total Quality Applications
Description: Learn to apply the elements and methods of Six Sigma to achieve the highest possible quality.

Purchasing Fundamentals
Description: Improve your company’s bottom line by mastering the fundamentals of purchasing.

Purchasing Applications
Description: Become a more effective member of your company by learning to apply advanced purchasing concepts.

Introduction to Business Analysis
Description: Learn powerful techniques to improve your decision-making skills at work.

Customer Service Fundamentals
Description: Become indispensable to any organization by understanding how to identify and meet customer needs.

Distribution and Logistics Management
Description: Learn how to improve your company's distribution and logistics management activities, increase customer satisfaction, and improve operational throughput.

Supply Chain Management Fundamentals
Description: Master the fundamentals of supply chain management and prepare for internationally recognized certification examinations.

Supply Chain Management Applications
Description: Become more valuable to your organization by learning to improve company processes.

High Speed Project Management
Description: Learn to deal with the realities of managing projects at supersonic speeds despite truncated timelines, inadequate staffing, and skimpy budgets.

Successful Construction Business Management
Description: Gain a powerful and permanent advantage over the competition by learning how to practice expert business management.

Hire Smart
Description: Learn recruiting techniques that will help you hire the best people possible.

Principles of Sales Management
Description: Master the art of managing sales teams from a sales management professional.

Manufacturing Fundamentals
Description: Learn the basic skills required to work in the manufacturing field.

Manufacturing Applications
Description: Increase efficiencies and productivity by learning to apply the principles and concepts of manufacturing.

Building an Ethical Business
Description: Discover how ethical behavior can give your business a powerful competitive advantage and greater profits.

Managing Technical Professionals
Description: Learn the vital leadership skills you'll need to attract, retain, and inspire top-notch technical professionals.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.

> Certificate Preparation

PMP Certification Prep 1
Description: Begin a well-paying career as a project manager by preparing to take--and pass--the PMP certification exam.

PMP Certification Prep 2
Description: Prepare to take--and pass--the Project Management Institute's PMP certification exam.

CompTIA Network+ Certification Prep
Description: Prepare to take and pass the CompTIA Network+ Exam and begin a career as a network tech.

Microsoft Windows Certification Prep: Exam 70-270
Description: Prepare to pass Microsoft exam 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Child Care & Parenting

Caring for Children
Description: Prepare for a rewarding career as a child care professional by learning how to keep children safe, healthy, happy, and communicative.

Parenting: The First Five Years
Description: Enjoy your children more while paving the way for their future academic success.

Ready, Set, Read!
Description: A learning specialist shows you how to raise a successful reader and writer.

Enhancing Language Development in Childhood
Description: Enrich the lives of your children by learning fun and natural ways to help them become proficient speakers and thinkers.

Understanding Adolescents
Description: Uncover the secrets of the adolescent mind. Gain valuable information on how they feel, how their identities develop, and how you can best meet their needs.

Guiding Kids on the Internet
Description: Gain confidence and experience so you can help your children discover all the Internet has to offer.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.

> Computer Applications

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2003
Description: Learn how to create and modify documents with the world's most popular word processor.

Intermediate Microsoft Word 2003
Description: Take advantage of Word 2003's publishing capabilities to create eye-catching documents.

Advanced Microsoft Word 2003
Description: Learn how to create and use macros, shortcuts, form letters, mailing labels, queries, and more.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2003
Description: Discover the secrets to setting up fully formatted worksheets quickly and efficiently.

Intermediate Microsoft Excel 2003
Description: Work faster and more productively by learning to use some of Excel 2003's most powerful tools.

Advanced Microsoft Excel 2003
Description: Increase your potential and maximize your value by becoming an expert Microsoft Excel user.

Introduction to Microsoft Access 2003
Description: Learn how to store, locate, print, and automate access to all types of information.

Intermediate Microsoft Access 2003
Description: Learn to solve real-world business problems with Microsoft Access 2003.

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2003
Description: Learn to create impressive slide presentations filled with formatted text, images, video, audio, animation, charts, and links to the Web.

Introduction to Microsoft Project 2003
Description: Experienced project manager reveals how to use the world's most popular tool for planning, implementing, and controlling projects.

Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2003
Description: Harness the communication and information management power of Microsoft Office Outlook 2003.

Introduction to QuickBooks 2005
Description: Learn how to quickly and efficiently gain control over the financial aspects of your business.

QuickBooks for Contractors
Description: Harness the power of QuickBooks Premier Contractor Edition for increased success in the contracting business.

Performing Payroll in QuickBooks
Description: Discover the secrets to effortlessly setting up and processing your payroll.

Introduction to Crystal Reports 10
Description: Make the points you want to make by converting raw database or accounting information into impressive and meaningful reports.

Introduction to PrintShop Deluxe
Description: Designer helps you create beautiful greeting cards, stationary, brochures, signs, certificates, calendars, and other projects you can use immediately.

Using AppleWorks 6
Description: Learn expert techniques and time-saving tips for creating documents, images, spreadsheets, databases, and slide shows with this powerful program.

Intermediate Microsoft Access 2002
Description: Master the secrets to planning and designing your tables and creating professional looking forms, charts, and reports.

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2002
Description: Create dazzling slide presentations with multimedia, charts, outlines, graphs, clip art, and hypertext links.

Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint 2002
Description: PowerPoint pro shows you how to create a presentation that engages your audience and keeps them riveted to the story you need to tell.

Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2002
Description: Take full advantage of the powerful communication and personal information management capabilities of Outlook.

Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2002
Description: Create brochures, newsletters, and Web sites with ease using Microsoft's powerful publishing tool.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Computer Trouble Shooting & Networking

Introduction to PC Troubleshooting
Description: Learn to decipher and solve almost any problem with your PC.

Introduction to PC Security
Description: Security expert teaches the fundamentals of PC and network security.

Creating a Home Network
Description: Create, configure, and maintain a home network using Windows XP Home Edition.

Creating a Small Office Network
Description: Slash expenses and improve efficiency by learning how to share printers, Internet connections, drives, and documents with Windows XP Professional Edition.

Wireless Networking
Description: Industry expert shows you how wireless networking works, as well as how to plan, deploy, and connect to wireless networks.

Introduction to Networking
Description: Learn the fundamentals of networking and prepare for a career in a new and fast-growing field.

Intermediate Networking
Description: Gain practical experience in a hot new career field. Topics include VPNs, security, and Internet connectivity.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.

> Database Management & Programming

Introduction to Database Development
Description: An experienced professional guides you through a structured approach to database design and development.

Introduction to SQL
Description: Gain a solid working knowledge of the most powerful and widely used database programming language.

Introduction to Oracle
Description: Learn how to use the Oracle database management system to plan, organize, and manage your data.

Intermediate Oracle
Description: Learn how write powerful and flexible PL/SQL programs.

Introduction to Sybase
Description: Plan, organize, and gain control over your data with the Sybase database management system.

Introduction to Microsoft Access 2003
Description: Learn how to store, locate, print, and automate access to all types of information.

Intermediate Microsoft Access 2003
Description: Learn to solve real-world business problems with Microsoft Access 2003.

Introduction to Crystal Reports 10
Description: Make the points you want to make by converting raw database or accounting information into impressive and meaningful reports.

Introduction to the Game Industry
Description: Leading game designer prepares you for a career in game development, design, and production.

Creating User Requirements Documents
Description: An experienced developer teaches you how to use discovery and documentation to meet or exceed customer expectations.

C++ for the Absolute Beginner
Description: Learn to program in C++, even if you have no prior programming experience!

C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner
Description: Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with the new C# programming language.

Computer Graphics Programming with OpenGL
Description: Prepare for a career creating special effects for games, movies, television, print publications, and the Web.

Introduction to Perl Programming
Description: Learn a programming skill that will make you a more valuable Web developer or system administrator.

Introduction to VBA
Description: Learn to use VBA and Microsoft Word to create your own document automation solutions.

Introduction to Visual Basic .NET
Description: An experienced programmer and teacher show you how to create Windows applications using Visual Basic .NET.

Intermediate Visual Basic .NET
Description: Gain in-demand skills writing turnkey Windows programs that access and modify business databases.

High Speed Project Management
Description: Learn to deal with the realities of managing projects at supersonic speeds despite truncated timelines, inadequate staffing, and skimpy budgets.

Managing Technical Professionals
Description: Learn the vital leadership skills you'll need to attract, retain, and inspire top-notch technical professionals.

Introduction to Visual Basic 6.0
Description: Begin your programming career by mastering one of the most popular development tools in the world.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove


> Digital Photography & Digital Video

Discover Digital Photography
Description: An informative introduction to the fascinating world of digital photography equipment.

Secrets of Better Photography
Description: Explore strategies and learn a variety of tricks to create excellent photographs in all types of situations.

Photoshop Elements 4.0 for the Digital Photographer
Description: Learn to edit and correct digital images to repair deficiencies and bring out the best in all your photographs.

Photoshop CS2 for the Digital Photographer
Description: Unleash the full potential of Photoshop CS2 to edit and enhance your digital photographs.

Photographing People with your Digital Camera
Description: Learn to take beautiful pictures of adults, children, and babies.

Making Movies with Windows XP
Description: Turn your home videos into entertaining movies that you can share with others by e-mail, the Web, CD, and DVD.

Digital Photography OUTPUT!
Description: Get more from your digital camera by learning how to crop, resize, edit, retouch, print, and email digital photos.

Photoshop Elements 3.0 for the Digital Photographer
Description: Learn to edit and correct digital images to repair deficiencies and bring out the best in all your photographs.

Photoshop Elements 2.0 for the Digital Photographer
Description: Learn to edit and correct digital images to repair deficiencies and bring out the best in all your photographs.

Photoshop Elements Projects
Description: Take your Photoshop Elements skills to the next level by working through 12 hands-on projects.

Introduction to Macromedia Director MX
2004 Description: Director skills are in high demand. Learn to create learning applications, demos, games, interactive Web sites, and more.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Entertainment Industry Careers

Introduction to the Game Industry
Description: Leading game designer prepares you for a career in game development, design, and production.

Marketing Tools for Actors
Description: A working casting director teaches you powerfully effective strategies to market yourself locally for film and television work.

Theme Park Engineering
Description: Get a behind-the-scenes look at your favorite theme parks and meet the person who engineers their top attractions.

Get Funny!
Description: Learn how to use humor to speak more effectively, write better, and increase your popularity.

You’re Screenwriting Career
Description: Learn how to write and sell professional-quality screenplays from a Hollywood veteran.

Songwriting Success
Description: A professional songwriter and recording artist teach you how to generate extra income by selling the songs you write.

Music Made Easy
Description: Learn the fundamentals of music theory. Be able to read, write, and play simple music.

Get Paid to Travel
Description: Learn everything you need to start your new and exciting career as a professional tour director.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Grant writing & Non-profit Management

Creating Your Own Nonprofit
Description: Industry veteran shows you how to take a nonprofit business from vision to reality.

Introduction to Nonprofit Management
Description: Develop the skills and strategies you need to become an integral part of one of America’s fastest growing service sectors.

Marketing Your Nonprofit
Description: Further the ideals and goals of your nonprofit by learning to compete more effectively for members, media attention, donors, clients, and volunteers.

Making the Connection: Nonprofits and Technology
Description: Avoid common and costly mistakes by learning how to monitor and control technology projects so they deliver results on time and on budget.

Wow, What a Great Event!
Description: Looking for a fun new career coordinating special events? Learn proven techniques from a master event planner.

A to Z Grant Writing
Description: Learn how to research and develop relationships with potential funding sources, organize grant writing campaigns, and prepare proposals.

Get Grants!
Description: Learn how to develop successful, fundable grants from experts in the field.

Writing Effective Grant Proposals
Description: Learn to prepare grant proposals that get solid results for your favorite organization or charity.

Advanced Grant Proposal Writing
Description: Gain a full understanding of the criteria funders use to determine whether your grant proposal gets funded or rejected.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Graphic Design Design

Projects for Adobe Illustrator CS
Description: Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator CS with design projects that let you practice as you learn.

Introduction to Photoshop CS2
Description: Learn how to use Photoshop to fix and process photos and create original images.

Introduction to FreeHand MX
Description: Harness the power of Freehand MX to create stunning logos, brochures, book covers, flyers, Web graphics, and more.

Photoshop Elements 4.0 for the Digital Photographer
Description: Learn to edit and correct digital images to repair deficiencies and bring out the best in all your photographs.

Photoshop CS2 for the Digital Photographer
Description: Unleash the full potential of Photoshop CS2 to edit and enhance your digital photographs.

Introduction to Adobe FrameMaker 7.1
Description: If you want to succeed as a technical writer, you need to learn FrameMaker, the gold standard for publishing technical documentation.

Introduction to Photoshop CS
Description: Learn the basics of using Adobe Photoshop to create images and edit photos. Photoshop 7 for the Absolute Beginner Description: Learn how to get started with Photoshop 7 from a patient and helpful instructor.

Introduction to Photoshop 7
Description: An in-depth look at the most practical features of Photoshop 7.

Intermediate Photoshop 7
Description: Noted Photoshop expert reveals secrets of image manipulation and creation.

Design Projects for Adobe Illustrator 10
Description: Learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator 10 with design projects that let you practice as you learn.

Introduction to PrintShop Deluxe
Description: Designer helps you create beautiful greeting cards, stationary, brochures, signs, certificates, calendars, and other projects you can use immediately.

Introduction to QuarkXPress 5.0 for Windows
Description: Master the fundamentals of graphic design using the industry standard tool for desktop publishing.

Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2003
Description: Enhance your image by learning to create stunning brochures, newsletters, and other publications.

Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2002
Description: Create brochures, newsletters, and Web sites with ease using Microsoft's powerful publishing tool.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Health Care, Nutrition & Fitness

Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach Description: Prepare for a career in the health services industry by learning medical terminology in a memorable and enjoyable fashion.

Human Anatomy and Physiology
Description: Gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the marvelous complexity of the human body.

Become a Veterinary Assistant
Description: Practicing veterinarian prepares you to work in a veterinary office or hospital.

Become a Veterinary Assistant II: Canine Reproduction
Description: Practicing veterinarian teaches you to manage the entire canine breeding cycle, from assessing the health of parents to puppy care.

Luscious, Low-Fat, Lightning-Quick Meals
Description: Join a registered dietitian and discover how easy it can be to prepare meals that are both delicious and nutritious!

Introduction to Natural Health and Healing
Description: Learn how to promote wellness, balance, and health in all aspects of your daily life.

Food and Fitness to Fight Cancer
Description: Improve your health and decrease your risk of cancer by adding sound nutrition and wellness principles to your daily life.

Handling Medical Emergencies
Description: Every second counts during a medical emergency. Learn how to respond if someone needs your help.

Outdoor Survival Techniques
Description: Learn the essential skills you will need to survive in a remote or stranded condition.

Assisting Aging Parents
Description: Be prepared to handle the challenges you and your parents will face in the coming years, while learning to cherish the transition.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


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> Health Care Continuing Education

Certificate in Gerontology
Description: (30 contact hours) Earn a certificate proving you have the skills required to meet the health care needs of a rapidly aging population.

Certificate in Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Description: (27 contact hours) Enhance your professional marketability by gaining a broad understanding of alternative health care options.

Certificate in Spirituality, Health, and Healing
Description: (36 contact hours) Enhance your professional marketability by recognizing the impact spiritual values and beliefs have on health and healing.

Certificate in End of Life Care Description: (26 contact hours) Earn a certificate proving you understand the needs of individuals living with debilitating, chronic, or terminal illnesses.

Certificate in Growth and Development Through the Lifespan
Description: (31 contact hours) Gain new insights in human development and be better prepared to care for patients of all ages.

Certificate in Legal and Ethical Issues in Nursing
Description: (23 contact hours) Examine key legal and ethical issues to improve your practice and provide better patient care.

Certificate in Issues in Oxygenation
Description: (32 contact hours) A holistic approach to the care of patients with disorders of oxygenation

Certificate in Pain Assessment and Management
Description: (24 contact hours) Increase the accuracy of your pain assessment skills and become more effective in your pain management strategies.

Certificate in Prenatal Issues
Description: (14 contact hours) Stay current with emerging trends affecting childbearing women, newborns, and families.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> The Internet

Introduction to the Internet
Description: Master the ins and outs of the Internet with this informative behind-the-scenes look at the Web, search engines, email, and more.

Achieving Top Search Engine Positions
Description: Learn proven, step-by-step strategies to achieve the highest possible position with the major search engines.

Introduction to Outlook Express
Description: Learn to create, send, receive, and organize e-mail and newsgroup messages using the popular Outlook Express e-mail program.

Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2003
Description: Harness the communication and information management power of Microsoft Office Outlook 2003.

Introduction to Microsoft Outlook 2002
Description: Take full advantage of the powerful communication and personal information management capabilities of Outlook.

Learn to Buy and Sell on eBay
Description: Auction pros teach you how to work from home or earn extra income by buying and selling goods online.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.

> Languages

Speed Spanish
Description: Learn six easy recipes to glue Spanish words together into sentences, and you'll be engaging in conversational Spanish in no time.

Speed Spanish II
Description: Clever follow-up to our popular Speed Spanish course. Several new recipes help you quickly build fluency.

Beginning Conversational French
Description: Discover how easy it can be to learn common words and phrases for both leisure and business.

Beginning Braille Transcription
Description: Prepare for a rewarding career as a Braille transcriber by learning to write and read the tactual language of the blind.

Intermediate Braille Transcription
Description: Learn Literary Braille and prepare for the Library of Congress Braille Transcriber’s Certification exam.

Grammar for ESL
Description: If English is your second language and you're headed to college, this course will teach you the principles of grammar and structure you'll need to succeed.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Law & Legal Careers

Employment Law Fundamentals
Description: Learn the basics of employment law so you can legally hire, evaluate, and manage employees.

Workers' Compensation
Description: Gain essential skills and a solid understanding of one of the fastest-growing areas in law.

Introduction to Criminal Law
Description: An in-depth look at criminal law and the real world of prosecutors, defense attorneys, and the paralegals who work closely with them.

Introduction to Criminal Law II
Description: Step inside the day-to-day world of detectives, prosecutors and defense attorneys with this in-depth look at criminal procedure.

Evidence Law
Description: Prepare for a career as a law clerk or legal secretary by learning how to help busy attorneys gather and evaluate evidence and prepare cases for trial.

Winning Strategy for the Courtroom
Description: Learn what it takes to win in civil court from an attorney who has won hundreds of cases.

Legal Nurse Consulting
Description: Begin a new career by helping attorneys understand and resolve medical cases and claims.

Constitutional Law: Bill of Rights
Description: Learn about the fundamentals of Constitutional Law, with emphasis on the Bill of Rights.

Paralegal Preparation 1
Description: Prepare for a career as a paralegal by learning legal terminology, processes, ethics, and the basics of tort and contract Law (course 1 of 6).

Paralegal Preparation 2
Description: Prepare for a career as a paralegal by learning how to prepare and analyze legal documents (course 2 of 6).

Paralegal Preparation 3
Description: Prepare for a career as a paralegal by learning how to gather evidence and conduct interviews and investigations (course 3 of 6).

Paralegal Preparation 4
Description: Prepare for a career as a paralegal by learning about legal authority and how to conduct research (course 4 of 6).

Paralegal Preparation 5
Description: Prepare for a career as a paralegal by learning about legal writing, appellate procedures, and the use of computers in a law office (course 5 of 6).

Paralegal Preparation 6
Description: Prepare for a career as a paralegal by learning about advocacy, how to administer a law office, and job hunting techniques (course 6 of 6).

LSAT Preparation - Part 1
Description: Learn about law school entrance procedures, developing analytical reasoning skills, and improving your test-taking skills (course 1 of 2).

LSAT Preparation - Part 2
Description: Improve your reading comprehension and logical reasoning skills, and discover proven approaches for selecting correct exam answers (course 2 of 2).

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Math, Philosophy, & Science

Theme Park Engineering
Description: Get a behind-the-scenes look at your favorite theme parks and meet the person who engineers their top attractions.

Everyday Math
Description: Gain confidence in your basic math skills and start using math to your advantage.

Introduction to Algebra
Description: Understand how algebra is relevant to almost every aspect of your daily life, and become skilled at solving a variety of algebraic problems.

Philosophy for the New Millennium
Description: Develop your critical thinking skills by understanding the role philosophy plays in human behavior and decision-making.

Great Themes in Philosophy
Description: Follow in the footsteps of the great philosophers in this lively discussion of human thought and conduct.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Personal Development

Grammar Refresher
Description: Gain confidence in your ability to produce clean, grammatically correct documents and speeches.

Computer Skills for the Workplace
Description: Gain a working knowledge of the computer skills you'll need to succeed in today's job market.

Effective Business Writing
Description: Improve your career prospects by learning how to develop powerful written documents that draw readers in and keep them motivated to continue to the end.

Administrative Assistant Fundamentals
Description: Prepare to take advantage of the many new job opportunities in health care, legal services, and other industries.

Become a Veterinary Assistant
Description: Practicing veterinarian prepares you to work in a veterinary office or hospital.

Mastery of Business Fundamentals
Description: Acquire practical experience in strategic planning, management, and finance without enrolling in an MBA program.

Get Assertive!
Description: Find out how you can stop others from intimidating you or treating you poorly.

Correcting Oral and Written Errors
Description: Learn to speak and write with assurance that your word choices, punctuation, spelling, and pronunciation are correct.

Merrill Ream Speed Reading
Description: Acclaimed speed reading expert teaches you how to save yourself time by reading faster with better comprehension.

Leadership
Description: Gain the respect and admiration of others, exert more control over your destiny, and enjoy success in your professional and personal life.

Listen to Your Heart, and Success Will Follow
Description: Design a life that makes you happy by learning how you can use work to express yourself and share your interests and talents.

Communicating Like a Leader
Description: Learn to become a great communicator and improve your chances for professional success.

Achieving Success with Difficult People
Description: Learn how to have more successful relationships with difficult bosses, co-workers, students, neighbors, or relatives.

Get Paid to Travel
Description: Learn everything you need to start your new and exciting career as a professional tour director.

Keys to Effective Communication
Description: Lost for words? Don't be! Learn to build rapport, trust, warmth, and respect through conversation.

Interpersonal Communication
Description: Become aware of the conscious and unconscious codes of meaning we send when communicating with others.

Goodbye to Shy
Description: Become more confident in social, professional, and romantic situations.

High Powered Communication
Description: Master the five critical factors of highly effective communication used by all skilled communicators.

Get Funny!
Description: Learn how to use humor to speak more effectively, write better, and increase your popularity.

Individual Excellence: Secrets of Career Success
Description: Master twelve career-enhancing skills including goal setting, time management, personal organization, and creativity.

Introduction to Journaling
Description: Discover how journaling can help you learn more about yourself, explore your dreams, values, and beliefs, improve your health, survive unwanted change, succeed in your career, and express your creativity.

Twelve Steps to a Successful Job Search
Description: World-renowned author and career advisor shows you how to get the job you want quickly and easily and in any economy.

Everyday Math
Description: Gain confidence in your basic math skills and start using math to your advantage.

Resume Writing Workshop
Description: Discover the secret to transforming your tired, boring resume into a powerful tool that will get you interviews.

Real Estate Investing
Description: Build and protect your wealth by investing in real estate.

Debt Elimination Techniques That Work
Description: Learn specific, powerful, and proven strategies to get completely out of debt and live a stress-free lifestyle.

Building Wealth
Description: Certified financial planner shows you how most wealthy people build their fortunes.

Where Does All My Money Go?
Description: Learn how to get control of your money once and for all.

Personal Finance
Description: Protect your assets and discover how best to achieve all your financial goals.

Stocks, Bonds, and Investing: Oh, My!
Description: Learn how to make wise investment decisions so that you have enough money to live comfortably through your retirement.

The Analysis and Valuation of Stocks
Description: Discover valuable techniques that show you step-by-step how to research and value stocks.

Build Your Own Mutual Fund for Pennies
Description: Learn to build and manage your own personal mutual fund like the big shots on Wall Street.

Introduction to Stock Options
Description: Learn how stock options can protect your portfolio and help you profit in any type of market.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Personal Enrichment

Genealogy Basics
Description: Learn where to look, who to contact, and how to use research tools to begin an exciting and fascinating exploration of your roots.

Film Literacy
Description: Gain an appreciation of the filmmaker's art. Be able to read between the frames to find deeper meaning in any filmed story.

Creating a Healthier Home
Description: Learn what you can do to minimize health risks related to the quality of the air in your home.

Luscious, Low-Fat, Lightning-Quick Meals
Description: Join a registered dietitian and discover how easy it can be to prepare meals that are both delicious and nutritious!

Wine Appreciation for Beginners
Description: Master the secrets of wine appreciation and never be intimidated by a wine steward again.

Goodbye to Shy
Description: Become more confident in social, professional, and romantic situations.

The Magic of Hypnosis
Description: Learn to use hypnotic suggestion on yourself and others with amazing results.

Keys to Effective Communication
Description: Lost for words? Don't be! Learn to build rapport, trust, warmth, and respect through conversation.

Interpersonal Communication
Description: Become aware of the conscious and unconscious codes of meaning we send when communicating with others.

Achieving Success with Difficult People
Description: Learn how to have more successful relationships with difficult bosses, co-workers, students, neighbors, or relatives.

Merrill Ream Speed Reading
Description: Acclaimed speed reading expert teaches you how to save yourself time by reading faster with better comprehension.

Write Your Life Story
Description: Learn how to create and distribute an inspirational and professional autobiography for family, friends, and others.

Handling Medical Emergencies
Description: Every second counts during a medical emergency. Learn how to respond if someone needs your help.

Outdoor Survival Techniques
Description: Learn the essential skills you will need to survive in a remote or stranded condition.

Assisting Aging Parents
Description: Be prepared to handle the challenges you and your parents will face in the coming years, while learning to cherish the transition.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Sales & Marketing

Professional Sales Skills
Description: Discover how to begin a successful and rewarding career in sales.

Effective Selling
Description: Learn the secret to converting a potential customer into a long-term asset. Find out how to lay the groundwork for repeat business and your future success.

Business Marketing Writing
Description: Write great marketing copy to improve your company's image and your chances of getting hired or promoted.

Principles of Sales Management
Description: Master the art of managing sales teams from a sales management professional.

Marketing Your Business on the Internet
Description: E-commerce expert helps you develop an Internet marketing plan for your business.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Start Your Own Business

Creating a Successful Business Plan
Description: Turn your business ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success.

Business Planning for the Retired
Description: Learn business planning basics and overcome the challenges of starting a business later in life.

Learn to Buy and Sell on eBay
Description: Auction pros teach you how to work from home or earn extra income by buying and selling goods online.

Marketing Your Business on the Internet
Description: E-commerce expert helps you develop an Internet marketing plan for your business.

Start and Operate your own Home-Based Business
Description: An experienced entrepreneur teaches you how to develop the motivation, discipline, and creativity to quit your job and be your own boss.

Publish It Yourself: How to Start and Operate Your Own Publishing Business Description: Convert manuscripts into income by producing and selling books like the pros.

Secrets of the Caterer
Description: Learn cooking and business secrets from a professional caterer.

Growing Plants for Fun and Profit
Description: An industry professional teaches you everything you need to prosper in the backyard nursery business.

Wow, What a Great Event!
Description: Looking for a fun new career coordinating special events? Learn proven techniques from a master event planner.

Start Your Own Consulting Practice
Description: Find out how you can earn income by sharing your training or knowledge with others.

Caring for Children
Description: Prepare for a rewarding career as a child care professional by learning how to keep children safe, healthy, happy, and communicative.

Beginning Braille Transcription
Description: Prepare for a rewarding career as a Braille transcriber by learning to write and read the tactual language of the blind.

Intermediate Braille Transcription
Description: Learn Literary Braille and prepare for the Library of Congress Braille Transcriber’s Certification exam.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Test Preparation GED

Test Preparation
Description: Want to pass the GED? This course will help you develop the skills you’ll need to succeed.

Prepare for the GED Language Arts, Writing Test
Description: Obtain the skills and knowledge to successfully prepare for the GED Language Arts, Writing test.

Prepare for the GED Math Test
Description: Master the skills you'll need to successfully pass Test 5 in the GED test series.

SAT/ACT Preparation - Part 1
Description: Master the reading, writing, English, and science questions on the ACT and new SAT.

SAT/ACT Preparation - Part 2
Description: Master the math questions on the ACT and new SAT.

GRE Preparation - Part 1
Description: Discover powerful strategies for success in the verbal and analytical sections of the GRE (course 1 of 2).

GRE Preparation - Part 2
Description: Learn a variety of useful techniques for tackling the math section of the GRE (course 2 of 2).

GMAT Preparation
Description: Discover powerful test-taking techniques and methods for improving your score on the GMAT.

Grammar for ESL
Description: If English is your second language and you're headed to college, this course will teach you the principles of grammar and structure you'll need to succeed.

LSAT Preparation - Part 1
Description: Learn about law school entrance procedures, developing analytical reasoning skills, and improving your test-taking skills (course 1 of 2).

LSAT Preparation - Part 2
Description: Improve your reading comprehension and logical reasoning skills, and discover proven approaches for selecting correct exam answers (course 2 of 2).

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Teachers - Courses to enhance your skills

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems
Description: Veteran teacher reveals the secrets to an orderly classroom. A step-by-step approach to effective, positive discipline.

Ready, Set, Read!
Description: A learning specialist shows you how to raise a successful reader and writer.

The Classroom Computer
Description: Learn how to use the classroom computer to increase learning and motivate students.

Using the Internet in the Classroom
Description: Discover how you can use the Internet to make teaching easier for you and more relevant to your students.

The Creative Classroom
Description: Enrich your teaching talents and encourage your students' creative thinking as you learn to turn your classroom into a creative classroom.

PowerPoint in the Classroom
Description: Motivate your students and enrich your lessons by bringing PowerPoint into your classroom.

Big Ideas in Little Books
Description: Increase student performance and earn extra income by converting your ideas for instructional aids into reality.

Get Assertive!
Description: Find out how you can stop others from intimidating you or treating you poorly.

Leadership
Description: Gain the respect and admiration of others, exert more control over your destiny, and enjoy success in your professional and personal life.

Creating Web Pages
Description: Learn the basics of HTML so you can design, create, and post your very own site on the Web.

Speed Spanish
Description: Learn six easy recipes to glue Spanish words together into sentences, and you'll be engaging in conversational Spanish in no time.

A to Z Grant Writing
Description: Learn how to research and develop relationships with potential funding sources, organize grant writing campaigns, and prepare proposals.

Enhancing Language Development in Childhood
Description: Enrich the lives of your children by learning fun and natural ways to help them become proficient speakers and thinkers.

Understanding Adolescents
Description: Uncover the secrets of the adolescent mind. Gain valuable information on how they feel, how their identities develop, and how you can best meet their needs.

Guiding Kids on the Internet
Description: Gain confidence and experience so you can help your children discover all the Internet has to offer.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Web & Computer Programming

Introduction to PHP and MySQL
Description: Learn to build dynamic, data-driven Web sites using two of the most popular technologies available: PHP and MySQL

JavaScript Programming for the Web
Description: Learn how to spiff up your Web pages with mouseovers, popups, alerts, scrolling messages, forms, and more.

Introduction to JSP Programming
Description: Become proficient in the programming language that powers many of today’s top Web sites.

Java for the Absolute Beginner
Description: An experienced Java programmer introduces important Java topics with clear, step-by-step instructions.

C++ for the Absolute Beginner
Description: Learn to program in C++, even if you have no prior programming experience!

C# Programming for the Absolute Beginner
Description: Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with the new C# programming language.

Computer Graphics Programming with OpenGL
Description: Prepare for a career creating special effects for games, movies, television, print publications, and the Web.

Introduction to Perl Programming
Description: Learn a programming skill that will make you a more valuable Web developer or system administrator.

Introduction to VBA
Description: Learn to use VBA and Microsoft Word to create your own document automation solutions.

Introduction to Visual Basic .NET
Description: An experienced programmer and teacher show you how to create Windows applications using Visual Basic .NET.

Intermediate Visual Basic .NET
Description: Gain in-demand skills writing turnkey Windows programs that access and modify business databases.

Introduction to Visual Basic 6.0
Description: Begin your programming career by mastering one of the most popular development tools in the world.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.

> Web Graphics & Multimedia

Introduction to FreeHand MX
Description: Harness the power of Freehand MX to create stunning logos, brochures, book covers, flyers, Web graphics, and more.

Introduction to Flash MX 2004
Description: Learn to quickly create dynamic, entertaining, and interactive Web sites with Flash MX 2004.

Imaging for the Web Using Fireworks MX 2004
Description: Tap into the power of Fireworks MX 2004 to create dynamic Web graphics.

Introduction to Macromedia Director MX 2004
Description: Director skills are in high demand. Learn to create learning applications, demos, games, interactive Web sites, and more.

Drawing for the Absolute Beginner
Description: Gain a solid foundation in drawing and become the artist you’ve always dreamed you could be!

Imaging for the Web Using Fireworks MX
Description: Tap into the power of Fireworks MX to create dynamic Web graphics.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.


> Web Page Design

Creating Web Pages
Description: Learn the basics of HTML so you can design, create, and post your very own site on the Web.

Creating Web Pages II
Description: Learn to develop polished and interactive pages complete with tables, forms, frames, audio, and CSS.

Designing Effective Websites
Description: Learn powerful graphic design techniques and build Web sites that are both attractive and wickedly effective.

Introduction to Dreamweaver MX 2004
Description: Veteran designer helps you master the industry-standard tool for building professional Web sites.

Introduction to Flash MX 2004
Description: Learn to quickly create dynamic, entertaining, and interactive Web sites with Flash MX 2004.

Introduction to Microsoft FrontPage 2003
Description: Find out how FrontPage makes it easy to create and upload professional Web sites without programming.

Achieving Top Search Engine Positions
Description: Learn proven, step-by-step strategies to achieve the highest possible position with the major search engines.

Introduction to Dreamweaver MX
Description: Harness the broad range of capabilities Macromedia Dreamweaver MX brings to Web development.

Introduction to Microsoft FrontPage 2002
Description: Find out how FrontPage makes it easy to create and upload professional Web sites without programming.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.

> Writing & Publishing

Grammar Refresher
Description: Gain confidence in your ability to produce clean, grammatically correct documents and speeches.

Effective Business Writing
Description: Improve your career prospects by learning how to develop powerful written documents that draw readers in and keep them motivated to continue to the end.

Beginning Writer's Workshop
Description: Get a taste of the writer's life and improve your writing skills in this introduction to writing creatively.

Writeriffic: Creativity Training for Writers
Description: Banish writer's block forever with these tricks from the published writer's toolbox.

Writeriffic 2: Advanced Creativity Training for Writers
Description: This advanced writing course will increase your creativity--whether you’re writing for personal satisfaction or to launch a career.

The Craft of Magazine Writing
Description: If you're a determined new writer, this class will provide you with the skills you need to get published.

Fundamentals of Technical Writing
Description: Learn the skills you need to succeed in the well-paying field of technical writing.

Writing Great Technical Documents
Description: Learn how to write great technical documents from an award-winning technical writer.

Introduction to Adobe FrameMaker 7.1
Description: If you want to succeed as a technical writer, you need to learn FrameMaker, the gold standard for publishing technical documentation.

The Keys to Effective Editing
Description: If you aspire to be an editor, this course will teach you the fundamentals of top-notch editing for both fiction and nonfiction.

Business Marketing Writing
Description: Write great marketing copy to improve your company's image and your chances of getting hired or promoted.

Writing for Children
Description: Published children's author shows you how to touch the hearts of children by creating books for them.

Mystery Writing
Description: Using vivid examples from bestselling mystery novels, this course will teach you the techniques you need to become a successful author.

Write Your Life Story
Description: Learn how to create and distribute an inspirational and professional autobiography for family, friends, and others.

Beginner's Guide to Getting Published
Description: Published writer shows you how to give yourself the credibility you need to get your books and articles published.

Correcting Oral and Written Errors
Description: Learn to speak and write with assurance that your word choices, punctuation, spelling, and pronunciation are correct.

Travel Writing
Description: Profit from your experiences in exotic lands (or your own backyard) by learning how to write and sell travel articles and books.

Write Like a Pro
Description: A Hollywood writer and author teach you how professional writers use story outlines to structure any type of story.

You’re Screenwriting Career
Description: Learn how to write and sell professional-quality screenplays from a Hollywood veteran.

Creating a Sense of Place
Description: Develop your eye for detail and improve your writing with vivid descriptions, memorable settings, and believable characters.

Pleasures of Poetry
Description: This course will help you create your best possible work, whether you’re looking to be published or simply wish to craft beautiful poems for friends.

Research Methods for Writers
Description: Learn the most efficient and effective methods to conduct research for any writing project.

Introduction to Journaling
Description: Discover how journaling can help you learn more about yourself, explore your dreams, values, and beliefs, improve your health, survive unwanted change, succeed in your career, and express your creativity.

Publish It Yourself: How to Start and Operate Your Own Publishing Business Description: Convert manuscripts into income by producing and selling books like the pros.

Demystifying Forensic Science: A Writer's Guide
Description: Learn the secrets behind forensic science and add new characters, depth, and marketability to your fiction.

Introduction to Internet Writing Markets
Description: A professional writer shows you how to make money writing on the Internet.

Songwriting Success
Description: A professional songwriter and recording artist teach you how to generate extra income by selling the songs you write.

Resume Writing Workshop
Description: Discover the secret to transforming your tired, boring resume into a powerful tool that will get you interviews.

Becoming a Grant Writing Consultant
Description: Increase your income while working from home by starting a grant writing consulting business.

To register, go to http://www.ed2go.com/marygrove.



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