Lakeshore’s new strategic partnership with ed2go, a leading nationwide provider of adult online non-credit education, expands learning opportunities across in-demand industries in the lakeshore area. Hundreds of affordable online courses are now available covering topics as varied as:
- Understanding the Cloud
- Speed Spanish
- Accounting Fundamentals
- Secrets of Better Photography
- Manufacturing Applications
- Grant Writing
“We understand the value of career training in today’s dynamic job market and the need to provide flexible options for today’s learners to quickly and effectively upskill or reskill to expand their employment opportunities,” says Lakeshore Vice President of Instruction Dr. Meredith Sauer. “Though attending in-person training on our campus works great for so many, it doesn’t work for everyone. Ed2go is a proven online model that will help meet our community’s learning needs.”
Ed2go provides innovative, relevant courses that align with our local job market demands and cover a variety of fields, such as health and fitness, hospitality, business, construction and trades, and computer applications. Offerings cover career and industry-recognized certifications as well as fundamental personal and professional development courses.
The fully online, non-credit model allows students to learn anytime, anywhere.
Students also have options for self-paced and instructor-led courses and opportunities for collaboration with instructors and other learners.
Workplace Training Can Be a True Win-Win
According to Indeed, the return on investment in training employees can be immense. Training can be a true win-win for both employees and employers. Ed2go courses are affordable and convenient, making them attractive and workable for both sides. Benefits include:
- Increased productivity and performance
- Employees feel valued
- Training can fill performance appraisal recommendations
- Promoting from within is more likely when employees are well-trained
Workforce Solutions at Lakeshore College
Ed2go is the newest addition to Lakeshore College’s growing selection of workforce training offerings through our Workforce Solutions division. Seminars and customized contract training designed to fit any organization’s needs are also available year-round.
