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Individual Online Courses

For people interested in individual courses rather than entire programs, TLU also offers a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the Internet. In collaboration with Ed2Go, these courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known authors. The online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. You can select from more than 200 courses in the following areas: computer applications, graphic design, the internet, web page design, web graphics & multimedia, web & computer programming, database management & programming, PC troubleshooting, networking, and security, certification prep, digital photography, digital video, languages, writing, publishing, entertainment industry, test prep, math, philosophy, science, accounting, grant writing, nonprofit management, start your own business, personal development, business administration, sales, marketing, law and legal careers, health care continuing education, and courses for teaching professionals. Unless otherwise specified, all courses run for six weeks. Each course comes complete with an online classroom. You will be able to use your web browser to access the online classroom and obtain your course material and communicate with your instructor. Most TLU – Ed2Go courses cost $105.
 

Click here to access individual courses: http://www.edtogo.com/tlu/

 
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us find it difficult to take time away from work and family to attend school. One of the primary advantages of TLU’s online programs and courses is that you can "attend class" in the comfort and convenience of your own home and/or office. These Internet courses fit into your schedule: you can take them before breakfast, during lunch, late at night, or at any other time you find convenient--the choice is yours!
 
 
Courses from this partner do not earn TLU college credit nor qualify for financial aid through TLU.
 
Call or email Texas Lutheran University, Center for Professional Development at 830-372-8047 or cpd@tlu.edu to receive additional information. 

The list below is in alphabetical order. To view the courses by subject area (e.g., accounting, courses for teachers, health care continuing education, etc.), click on the link to the left: Online Courses: Enrollment, Payment, Courses, etc.



Now, click the title of any course listed below to see a detailed description of the course, learn about any requirements, meet the instructor, and find out what other students are saying about the course. If you intend to take the course, look for and click the Enroll Now button on the next page for further instructions.

101 Tips and Tricks for the iMac and Macintosh  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  An experienced instructor shows you how to become a more productive Mac user.
A Writer's Guide to Descriptive Settings  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Develop your eye for detail and improve your writing with vivid descriptions, memorable settings, and believable characters.
A+ Certification Prep, Advanced, CompTIA  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Prepare for the CompTIA A+ exam and begin a rewarding career in the fast-growing PC repair field (course 3 of 3).
A+ Certification Prep, Basic CompTIA  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Prepare for the CompTIA A+ exam and begin a rewarding career in the fast-growing PC repair field (course 1 of 3).
A+ Certification Prep, Intermediate, CompTIA  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Prepare for the CompTIA A+ exam and begin a rewarding career in the fast-growing PC repair field (course 2 of 3).
Accounting Fundamentals  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Gain a marketable new skill by learning the basics of double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and more.
Accounting Fundamentals II  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Give yourself skills that are in high demand by exploring corporate accounting with a veteran instructor.
Accounting, Managerial  Independent-Study with Mentor
  (45 hours of instruction) This course will introduce you to managerial accounting, preparing you to make effective financial decisions at a managerial level.
Administrative Assistant Applications  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  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.
Administrative Assistant Fundamentals  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Prepare to take advantage of the many new job opportunities in health care, legal services, and other industries.
Adobe FrameMaker 7.1, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  If you want to succeed as a technical writer, you need to learn FrameMaker, the gold standard for publishing technical documentation.
Adobe Illustrator CS2, Design Projects for  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Practice while you learn the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator CS2 with useful design projects.
Adolescents, Understanding  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  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.
Aging Parents, Assisting  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Be prepared to handle the challenges you and your parents will face in the coming years, while learning to cherish the transition.
Algebra, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Understand how algebra is relevant to almost every aspect of your daily life, and become skilled at solving a variety of algebraic problems.
Alice 2.0 Programming, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn the principles of object-oriented computer programming while creating rich, interactive three-dimensional worlds filled with characters, sound, and other exciting elements.
An Introduction to Teaching ESL/EFL  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to be an effective English language teacher from an expert in the field.
Anatomy and Physiology, Human  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Gain a greater appreciation and understanding of the marvelous complexity of the human body.
Arts and Crafts Business, Start Your Own  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to start your own arts and crafts business from a professional artist.
ASP.NET, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to create powerful, interactive, community-based Web sites with ASP.NET.
Assertive, Get  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Find out how you can stop others from intimidating you or treating you poorly.
Bioenergy and Spiritual Healing, Certificate in  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  (26 contact hours) This certificate program meets the continuing education needs of medical professionals who work with or want to work with energy healing.
Biology, Introduction to  Independent-Study with Mentor
  (45 hours of instruction) Gain an understanding of life's origin and the relationships between all living things as you learn the basics of biology, the science of life.
Books, Big Ideas in Little  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Increase student performance and earn extra income by converting your ideas for instructional aids into reality.
Braille Transcription, Beginning  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Prepare for a rewarding career as a Braille transcriber by learning to write and read the tactual language of the blind.
Business Analysis, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn powerful techniques to improve your decision-making skills at work.
Business and Marketing Writing  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Write great marketing copy to improve your company's image and your chances of getting hired or promoted.
Business Fundamentals, Mastery of  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Acquire practical experience in strategic planning, management, and finance without enrolling in an MBA program.
Business Law for the Small Business Owner  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to successfully protect your small business and solve most of the legal problems that may arise.
Business Plan, Creating a Successful  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Turn your business ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success.
Business Writing, Effective  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  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.
Business, Introduction to  Independent-Study with Mentor
  (45 hours of instruction) Explore trends and developments that are revolutionizing business and gain insights that will help ensure your success.
Business, Start Your Own Small  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Stop dreaming and learn how to start your own successful small business.
C# Programming, Intermediate  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn to write Graphical User Interface programs in the C# Programming Language.
C# Programming, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with the new C# programming language.
C++ Programming, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn to program in C++, even if you have no prior programming experience!
Caterer, Secrets of the  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn cooking and business secrets from a professional caterer.
Certificate in Complementary and Alternative Medicine  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  (32 contact hours) Enhance your professional marketability by gaining a broad understanding of alternative health care options.
Certificate in Spirituality, Health, and Healing  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  (36 contact hours) Enhance your professional marketability by recognizing the impact spiritual values and beliefs have on health and healing.
Children, Writing for  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Published children's author shows you how to touch the hearts of children by creating books for them.
Classroom Computer, The  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to use the classroom computer to increase learning and motivate students.
Classroom Discipline Problems II, Solving  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  In this professional development course, you'll get the teacher training you need to deal effectively with serious discipline problems and help even the most challenging students you're teaching make more responsible cho... more
Classroom Discipline Problems, Solving  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Veteran teacher reveals the secrets to an orderly classroom. A step-by-step approach to effective, positive discipline.
Communicating Like a Leader  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn to become a great communicator and improve your chances for professional success.
Communication, Interpersonal  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Become aware of the conscious and unconscious codes of meaning we send when communicating with others.
Communication, Keys to Effective  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Lost for words? Don't be! Learn to build rapport, trust, warmth, and respect through conversation.
Computer Skills for the Workplace  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Gain a working knowledge of the computer skills you'll need to succeed in today's job market.
Constitutional Law: Bill of Rights  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn about the fundamentals of Constitutional Law, with emphasis on the Bill of Rights.
Construction Business Management, Successful  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Gain a powerful and permanent advantage over the competition by learning how to practice expert business management.
Consulting Practice, Start Your Own  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Find out how you can earn income by sharing your training or knowledge with others.
CorelDRAW X3, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how CorelDRAW can help you create dazzling logos and other artwork for print or the Web.
Courtroom, Winning Strategy for the  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn what it takes to win in civil court from an attorney who has won hundreds of cases.
Creating the Inclusive Classroom: Strategies for Success  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  In this professional development course for teachers, you'll get the training you need to reach the diverse mix of students you face every day--learning proven strategies that turn diversity into opportunity.
Creative Classroom, The  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Enrich your teaching talents and encourage your students' creative thinking as you learn to turn your classroom into a creative classroom.
Criminal Law II, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Step inside the day-to-day world of detectives, prosecutors and defense attorneys with this in-depth look at criminal procedure.
Criminal Law, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  An in-depth look at criminal law and the real world of prosecutors, defense attorneys, and the paralegals who work closely with them.
Crystal Reports 10, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Make the points you want to make by converting raw database or accounting information into impressive and meaningful reports.
CSS and XHTML, Intermediate  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Take your CSS and XHTML skills to the next level and learn how to create professional-quality Web sites.
CSS and XHTML, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn to create state-of-the-art Web sites using modern CSS and XHTML techniques.
Customer Service, Managing  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Become indispensable to any organization by understanding how to identify and meet customer needs.
Database Development, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  An experienced professional guides you through a structured approach to database design and development.
Debt Elimination Techniques That Work  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn specific, powerful, and proven strategies to get completely out of debt and live a stress-free lifestyle.
Designing Effective Websites  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn powerful graphic design techniques and build Web sites that are both attractive and wickedly effective.
Differentiated Instruction in the Classroom  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Improve your ability to teach diverse learners with real-world examples from elementary, middle, and high school classrooms.
Difficult People, Achieving Success with  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to have more successful relationships with difficult bosses, co-workers, students, neighbors, or relatives.
Digital Photography, Discover  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  An informative introduction to the fascinating world of digital photography equipment.
Distribution and Logistics Management  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to improve your company's distribution and logistics management activities, increase customer satisfaction, and improve operational throughput.
Drawing for the Absolute Beginner  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Gain a solid foundation in drawing and become the artist you’ve always dreamed you could be!
Dreamweaver 8, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Silicon Alley veteran shows you how to harness the power of the industry standard tool for Web designers.
Dreamweaver CS3, Intermediate  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Take your Adobe Dreamweaver skills to the next level under the tutelage of a proven Web development expert.
Dreamweaver CS3, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn Adobe Dreamweaver from a Web design pro, and get the training you need to develop first-class Web sites!
Dreamweaver MX 2004, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Veteran designer helps you master the industry-standard tool for building professional Web sites.
eBay Drop Off Store, Start Your Own  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Turn people's unwanted items into a lucrative source of income by starting an eBay drop off store.
eBay, Learn to Buy and Sell on  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Auction pros teach you how to work from home or earn extra income by buying and selling goods online.
Editing, The Keys to Effective  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  If you aspire to be an editor, this course will teach you the fundamentals of top-notch editing for both fiction and nonfiction.
Employment Law Fundamentals  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn the basics of employment law so you can legally hire, evaluate, and manage employees.
End of Life Care, Certificate In  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  (26 contact hours) Earn a certificate proving you understand the needs of individuals living with debilitating, chronic, or terminal illnesses.
English Composition  Independent-Study with Mentor
  (45 hours of instruction) Learn the keys to writing successfully in a variety of modes and for a variety of audiences.
European Art, Enjoying  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  An introduction to the most important works of European art, with a wealth of commentary and interesting historical information.
Event, Wow, What a Great  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Looking for a fun new career coordinating special events? Learn proven techniques from a master event planner.
Evidence Law  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  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.
Fiction Writing, Advanced  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Explore advanced fiction writing techniques with a published novelist.
Finance, Personal  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Protect your assets and discover how best to achieve all your financial goals.
Fireworks MX 2004, Imaging for the Web Using  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Tap into the power of Fireworks MX 2004 to create dynamic Web graphics.
Flash 8, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to create exciting interactive animations from a working Flash designer and author.
Flash MX 2004, Introduction to  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn to quickly create dynamic, entertaining, and interactive Web sites with Flash MX 2004.
Forensic Science for Writers  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn the secrets behind forensic science and add new characters, depth, and marketability to your fiction.
French, Beginning Conversational  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Discover how easy it can be to learn common words and phrases for both leisure and business.
Fundamentals of Supervision and Management I  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn the people skills required to motivate and delegate, and learn tools for solving problems and resolving conflicts.
Game Industry, Introduction to the  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Leading game designer prepares you for a career in game development, design, and production.
GED Language Arts, Writing Test, Prepare for the  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Obtain the skills and knowledge to successfully prepare for the GED Language Arts, Writing test.
GED Math Test, Prepare for the  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Master the skills you'll need to successfully pass Test 5 in the GED test series.
GED Preparation  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Want to pass the GED? This course will help you develop the skills you’ll need to succeed.
Genealogy Basics  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn where to look, who to contact, and how to use research tools to begin an exciting and fascinating exploration of your roots.
Gerontology, Certificate in  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  (40 contact hours) Earn a certificate proving you have the skills required to meet the health care needs of a rapidly aging population.
Get Funny!  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to use humor to speak more effectively, write better, and increase your popularity.
GMAT Preparation  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Discover powerful test-taking techniques and methods for improving your score on the GMAT.
Grammar for ESL  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  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.
Grammar Refresher  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Gain confidence in your ability to produce clean, grammatically correct documents and speeches.
Grant Proposal Writing, Advanced  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Gain a full understanding of the criteria funders use to determine whether your grant proposal gets funded or rejected.
Grant Proposals, Writing Effective  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn to prepare grant proposals that get solid results for your favorite organization or charity.
Grant Writing Consultant, Becoming a  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Increase your income while working from home by starting a grant writing consulting business.
Grant Writing, A to Z  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to research and develop relationships with potential funding sources, organize grantwriting campaigns, and prepare proposals.
Grants, Get  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to develop successful, fundable grants from experts in the field.
GRE Preparation - Part 1  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Discover powerful strategies for success in the verbal and analytical sections of the GRE (course 1 of 2).
GRE Preparation - Part 2  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn a variety of useful techniques for tackling the math section of the GRE (course 2 of 2).
Growth and Development Through the Lifespan, Certificate in  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  (31 contact hours) Gain new insights in human development and be better prepared to care for patients of all ages.
Guided Reading and Writing: Strategies for Maximum Student Achievement  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Get the professional development training you need to improve student literacy as an accomplished teacher shares the secrets of turning guided reading strategies into opportunities for teaching writing.
Guided Reading: Strategies for the Differentiated Classroom  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn creative ways to bring differentiated instruction and guided reading to life in your classroom.
Handling Medical Emergencies  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Every second counts during a medical emergency. Learn how to respond if someone needs your help.
Health and Healing, Introduction to Natural  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to promote wellness, balance, and health in all aspects of your daily life.
Health Information, Confidentiality of  Independent-Study with Mentor
  (45 hours of instruction) Gain an understanding of the rules and laws you need to know in order to manage health care information effectively.
High Speed Project Management  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn to deal with the realities of managing projects at supersonic speeds despite truncated timelines, inadequate staffing, and skimpy budgets.
HIPAA Compliance  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn how to comply with the duties, rights, and responsibilities of HIPAA.
Home-Based Business, Start and Operate your own  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  An experienced entrepreneur teaches you how to develop the motivation, discipline, and creativity to quit your job and be your own boss.
Human Resources Function, Understanding the  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn to handle basic human resource functions to ensure the best possible results.
Hypnosis, The Magic of  Instructor-Facilitated Course
  Learn to use hypnotic suggestion on yourself and others with amazing results.