About This Course
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Learn everything you need to know about Down's Syndrome with this online course
The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course provides an overview of the characteristics and causes of Down's syndrome, together with practical, up-to-date information about the challenges people with this diagnosis face throughout their lives. Individuals with this condition can lead fuller, healthier lives than was previously possible. This is partly thanks to the increased awareness and support structures that you will learn about in the course.
What will you learn with our Down's Syndrome Awareness Online Course?
- The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course outlines the physical and mental characteristics of the condition and explains the causes, risk factors, medical complications that can occur, and how it is diagnosed.
- You’ll learn how to support someone with Down's Syndrome throughout their lives, as you explore how their needs change as they grow and develop. The course guides you through this, step-by-step, starting with the sometimes-controversial issue of prenatal testing for the condition, which explains the test and the ethical issues that surround it.
- In addition to the usual needs of babies and young children, those with Down's syndrome face specific issues, such as problems with digestion and temperature regulation. There is also a degree of learning disability, so babies with Down's syndrome will experience developmental delays. You’ll learn how parents can overcome their anxieties and raise healthy, happy children.
- Early intervention and support are key to help a child with Down's syndrome to reach their full potential. Through studying the Down's Syndrome Awareness Course, you will discover the support available to children and their families and the difference it can making in preparing them for school, engaging in relationships, and understanding the world around them.
- As children with Down's syndrome move into adolescence, again they have the same issues as typical teenagers, though they may require more assistance in understanding the changes they are going through. You’ll learn how to prepare a teenager to deal with the activities of adult life, including further education, forming relationships, and engaging in safe sex.
- A big part of every child’s life is education. You’ll learn what to consider when deciding on the right kind of schooling for a child with Down's syndrome, how they can be assisted in reaching their goals in the various stages of their education, and the qualifications available to them.
- Further to this, you will explore the benefits of work, how to find suitable positions, and the kind of reasonable adjustments that a workplace can make in order to accommodate the needs of those with Down's syndrome. The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course explains how equal opportunities legislation applies to those with learning disabilities and the specialist work schemes that aim to match people with suitable employers.
- Just as there is educational support for people with Down's syndrome, there is also support available for those who decide to move out of their family home. You’ll learn about the supported living options available, what they involve, and how the transition from the family home to a new residence is managed.
- An increasing number of people with Down's syndrome are living into their sixties and seventies. The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course considers the challenges being faced by this group and the practical interventions that may be necessary, along with how these interventions may have to be administered.
Benefits of Taking This Course
- The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course is designed for anyone interested in disability provision, especially those who live and work with those in this group, as educators, parents, health professionals or carers.
- As one of the aforementioned, you are in a position to make life-changing decisions for someone within your care. This course will give you the tools you need to understand the kind of support required by an individual with Down's syndrome, at various stages of their life, and how to acquire it.
Down's Syndrome Awareness Online Certificate Course – Requirements
This course is designed for people with little or no prior experience. The course is delivered 100 percent online 24/7 and only takes a few hours of study to complete.
To successfully complete this course, a student must:
- Have access to the internet and the necessary technical skills to navigate the online learning resources
- Have access to any mobile device with internet connectivity (laptop, desktop, tablet)
- Be a self-directed learner
- Possess sound language and literacy skills
Quick Course Facts:
- Course content is structured for easy comprehension
- Approximately 150 hours of study is needed to complete the course
- Registered students gain unrestricted lifetime access to your online course
- All course material is available online 24/7 and can be accessed using any device
- Study your course online from anywhere in your own time at your own pace
- All students who complete the course will be awarded with a certificate of completion that is applicable worldwide
For any additional questions please see our comprehensive FAQS tab above.
Down's Syndrome Awareness Online Course Outline
Module 1 – What Is Down’s Syndrome?
- Introduction
- Part 1: Characteristics of Down’s syndrome
- Part 2: The causes of Down’s syndrome
- Part 3: Why is it important to raise awareness of Down’s syndrome?
- Part 4: Summary
Module 2 – Screening, Genetic Testing, & Counselling
- Part 1: What is meant by “genetic testing and counselling”?
- Part 2: Who oversees these processes?
- Part 3: What are the ethical issues surrounding screening, genetic testing, and genetic counselling?
- Part 4: Where do disability rights organisations stand on prenatal testing?
- Part 5: Summary
Module 3 – Parenting Babies & Young Children with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Anxiety about the future
- Part 2: Explaining Down’s syndrome to a child’s siblings
- Part 3: Early medical problems – detection and intervention
- Part 4: Developmental delays
- Part 5: Summary
Module 4 – Helping A Child with Down’s Syndrome Realise Their Full Potential
- Part 1: How do children with Down’s syndrome change and develop?
- Part 2: Taking a balanced view of a child’s capabilities
- Part 3: Understanding and handling challenging behaviour
- Part 4: Summary
Module 5 – Adolescents with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Challenges facing teenagers with Down’s syndrome
- Part 2: Self-esteem during adolescence
- Part 3: Sexual relationships and contraception
- Part 4: Summary
Module 6 – Medical Problems Associated with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Physical and Psychiatric health problems
- Part 2: What are the most common physical health problems seen in people with Down’s syndrome?
- Part 3: Infertility
- Part 4: Dental issues
- Part 5: Psychiatric conditions
- Part 6: Summary
Module 7 – Down’s Syndrome & Education
- Part 1: Education
- Part 2: Education, Health and Care Plans
- Part 3: Making the transition from home to nursery or preschool
- Part 4: Summary
Module 8 – Down’s Syndrome & Employment
- Part 1: Employment
- Part 2: How do people with Down’s syndrome benefit from paid work?
- Part 3: What legislation is in place to protect the rights and interests of people with Down’s syndrome within the workplace?
- Part 4: How do people with Down’s syndrome work best?
- Part 5: Summary
Module 9 – Supported Living Options for People With Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: How might someone with Down’s syndrome choose to live their life?
- Part 2: Collective ownership – A new approach
- Part 3: Support professionals
- Part 4: Summary
Module 10 – Care of Older Adults With Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Physical health conditions in old age
- Part 2: Alzheimer’s disease in Down’s syndrome
- Part 3: Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease
- Part 4: Summary
- Conclusion
Recognition & Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this course and achieving a passing score for the assessment, you will be issued with an international continuing education credit (CEU) certificate.
This Certificate is applicable worldwide, which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers, and potential employers. Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.
Units of Study
Module 1 – What Is Down’s Syndrome?
- Introduction
- Part 1: Characteristics of Down’s syndrome
- Part 2: The causes of Down’s syndrome
- Part 3: Why is it important to raise awareness of Down’s syndrome?
- Part 4: Summary
Module 2 – Screening, Genetic Testing, & Counselling
- Part 1: What is meant by “genetic testing and counselling”?
- Part 2: Who oversees these processes?
- Part 3: What are the ethical issues surrounding screening, genetic testing, and genetic counselling?
- Part 4: Where do disability rights organisations stand on prenatal testing?
- Part 5: Summary
Module 3 – Parenting Babies & Young Children with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Anxiety about the future
- Part 2: Explaining Down’s syndrome to a child’s siblings
- Part 3: Early medical problems – detection and intervention
- Part 4: Developmental delays
- Part 5: Summary
Module 4 – Helping A Child with Down’s Syndrome Realise Their Full Potential
- Part 1: How do children with Down’s syndrome change and develop?
- Part 2: Taking a balanced view of a child’s capabilities
- Part 3: Understanding and handling challenging behaviour
- Part 4: Summary
Module 5 – Adolescents with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Challenges facing teenagers with Down’s syndrome
- Part 2: Self-esteem during adolescence
- Part 3: Sexual relationships and contraception
- Part 4: Summary
Module 6 – Medical Problems Associated with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Physical and Psychiatric health problems
- Part 2: What are the most common physical health problems seen in people with Down’s syndrome?
- Part 3: Infertility
- Part 4: Dental issues
- Part 5: Psychiatric conditions
- Part 6: Summary
Module 7 – Down’s Syndrome & Education
- Part 1: Education
- Part 2: Education, Health and Care Plans
- Part 3: Making the transition from home to nursery or preschool
- Part 4: Summary
Module 8 – Down’s Syndrome & Employment
- Part 1: Employment
- Part 2: How do people with Down’s syndrome benefit from paid work?
- Part 3: What legislation is in place to protect the rights and interests of people with Down’s syndrome within the workplace?
- Part 4: How do people with Down’s syndrome work best?
- Part 5: Summary
Module 9 – Supported Living Options for People With Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: How might someone with Down’s syndrome choose to live their life?
- Part 2: Collective ownership – A new approach
- Part 3: Support professionals
- Part 4: Summary
Module 10 – Care of Older Adults With Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Physical health conditions in old age
- Part 2: Alzheimer’s disease in Down’s syndrome
- Part 3: Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease
- Part 4: Summary
- Conclusion
Requirements
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
Microsoft Windows XP, or laterModern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
OSX/iOS 6 or laterModern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or fasterFlash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Requirements
Entry requirements:
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education:
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Device requirements:
Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.
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Down's Syndrome Awareness Online Certificate Course
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The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course teaches about the characteristics and causes of Down's syndrome, together with practical, up-to-date information about the challenges people with this diagnosis face throughout their lives.
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Course Summary
- Delivery: Online
- Access: Unlimited Lifetime
- Time: Study at your own pace
- Duration: 150 Hours
- Assessments: Yes
- Qualification: Certificate
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About This Course
What you will learn:
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Learn everything you need to know about Down's Syndrome with this online course
The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course provides an overview of the characteristics and causes of Down's syndrome, together with practical, up-to-date information about the challenges people with this diagnosis face throughout their lives. Individuals with this condition can lead fuller, healthier lives than was previously possible. This is partly thanks to the increased awareness and support structures that you will learn about in the course.
What will you learn with our Down's Syndrome Awareness Online Course?
- The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course outlines the physical and mental characteristics of the condition and explains the causes, risk factors, medical complications that can occur, and how it is diagnosed.
- You’ll learn how to support someone with Down's Syndrome throughout their lives, as you explore how their needs change as they grow and develop. The course guides you through this, step-by-step, starting with the sometimes-controversial issue of prenatal testing for the condition, which explains the test and the ethical issues that surround it.
- In addition to the usual needs of babies and young children, those with Down's syndrome face specific issues, such as problems with digestion and temperature regulation. There is also a degree of learning disability, so babies with Down's syndrome will experience developmental delays. You’ll learn how parents can overcome their anxieties and raise healthy, happy children.
- Early intervention and support are key to help a child with Down's syndrome to reach their full potential. Through studying the Down's Syndrome Awareness Course, you will discover the support available to children and their families and the difference it can making in preparing them for school, engaging in relationships, and understanding the world around them.
- As children with Down's syndrome move into adolescence, again they have the same issues as typical teenagers, though they may require more assistance in understanding the changes they are going through. You’ll learn how to prepare a teenager to deal with the activities of adult life, including further education, forming relationships, and engaging in safe sex.
- A big part of every child’s life is education. You’ll learn what to consider when deciding on the right kind of schooling for a child with Down's syndrome, how they can be assisted in reaching their goals in the various stages of their education, and the qualifications available to them.
- Further to this, you will explore the benefits of work, how to find suitable positions, and the kind of reasonable adjustments that a workplace can make in order to accommodate the needs of those with Down's syndrome. The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course explains how equal opportunities legislation applies to those with learning disabilities and the specialist work schemes that aim to match people with suitable employers.
- Just as there is educational support for people with Down's syndrome, there is also support available for those who decide to move out of their family home. You’ll learn about the supported living options available, what they involve, and how the transition from the family home to a new residence is managed.
- An increasing number of people with Down's syndrome are living into their sixties and seventies. The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course considers the challenges being faced by this group and the practical interventions that may be necessary, along with how these interventions may have to be administered.
Benefits of Taking This Course
- The Down's Syndrome Awareness Course is designed for anyone interested in disability provision, especially those who live and work with those in this group, as educators, parents, health professionals or carers.
- As one of the aforementioned, you are in a position to make life-changing decisions for someone within your care. This course will give you the tools you need to understand the kind of support required by an individual with Down's syndrome, at various stages of their life, and how to acquire it.
Down's Syndrome Awareness Online Certificate Course – Requirements
This course is designed for people with little or no prior experience. The course is delivered 100 percent online 24/7 and only takes a few hours of study to complete.
To successfully complete this course, a student must:
- Have access to the internet and the necessary technical skills to navigate the online learning resources
- Have access to any mobile device with internet connectivity (laptop, desktop, tablet)
- Be a self-directed learner
- Possess sound language and literacy skills
Quick Course Facts:
- Course content is structured for easy comprehension
- Approximately 150 hours of study is needed to complete the course
- Registered students gain unrestricted lifetime access to your online course
- All course material is available online 24/7 and can be accessed using any device
- Study your course online from anywhere in your own time at your own pace
- All students who complete the course will be awarded with a certificate of completion that is applicable worldwide
For any additional questions please see our comprehensive FAQS tab above.
Down's Syndrome Awareness Online Course Outline
Module 1 – What Is Down’s Syndrome?
- Introduction
- Part 1: Characteristics of Down’s syndrome
- Part 2: The causes of Down’s syndrome
- Part 3: Why is it important to raise awareness of Down’s syndrome?
- Part 4: Summary
Module 2 – Screening, Genetic Testing, & Counselling
- Part 1: What is meant by “genetic testing and counselling”?
- Part 2: Who oversees these processes?
- Part 3: What are the ethical issues surrounding screening, genetic testing, and genetic counselling?
- Part 4: Where do disability rights organisations stand on prenatal testing?
- Part 5: Summary
Module 3 – Parenting Babies & Young Children with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Anxiety about the future
- Part 2: Explaining Down’s syndrome to a child’s siblings
- Part 3: Early medical problems – detection and intervention
- Part 4: Developmental delays
- Part 5: Summary
Module 4 – Helping A Child with Down’s Syndrome Realise Their Full Potential
- Part 1: How do children with Down’s syndrome change and develop?
- Part 2: Taking a balanced view of a child’s capabilities
- Part 3: Understanding and handling challenging behaviour
- Part 4: Summary
Module 5 – Adolescents with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Challenges facing teenagers with Down’s syndrome
- Part 2: Self-esteem during adolescence
- Part 3: Sexual relationships and contraception
- Part 4: Summary
Module 6 – Medical Problems Associated with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Physical and Psychiatric health problems
- Part 2: What are the most common physical health problems seen in people with Down’s syndrome?
- Part 3: Infertility
- Part 4: Dental issues
- Part 5: Psychiatric conditions
- Part 6: Summary
Module 7 – Down’s Syndrome & Education
- Part 1: Education
- Part 2: Education, Health and Care Plans
- Part 3: Making the transition from home to nursery or preschool
- Part 4: Summary
Module 8 – Down’s Syndrome & Employment
- Part 1: Employment
- Part 2: How do people with Down’s syndrome benefit from paid work?
- Part 3: What legislation is in place to protect the rights and interests of people with Down’s syndrome within the workplace?
- Part 4: How do people with Down’s syndrome work best?
- Part 5: Summary
Module 9 – Supported Living Options for People With Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: How might someone with Down’s syndrome choose to live their life?
- Part 2: Collective ownership – A new approach
- Part 3: Support professionals
- Part 4: Summary
Module 10 – Care of Older Adults With Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Physical health conditions in old age
- Part 2: Alzheimer’s disease in Down’s syndrome
- Part 3: Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease
- Part 4: Summary
- Conclusion
Recognition & Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this course and achieving a passing score for the assessment, you will be issued with an international continuing education credit (CEU) certificate.
This Certificate is applicable worldwide, which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers, and potential employers. Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.
Units of Study
Module 1 – What Is Down’s Syndrome?
- Introduction
- Part 1: Characteristics of Down’s syndrome
- Part 2: The causes of Down’s syndrome
- Part 3: Why is it important to raise awareness of Down’s syndrome?
- Part 4: Summary
Module 2 – Screening, Genetic Testing, & Counselling
- Part 1: What is meant by “genetic testing and counselling”?
- Part 2: Who oversees these processes?
- Part 3: What are the ethical issues surrounding screening, genetic testing, and genetic counselling?
- Part 4: Where do disability rights organisations stand on prenatal testing?
- Part 5: Summary
Module 3 – Parenting Babies & Young Children with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Anxiety about the future
- Part 2: Explaining Down’s syndrome to a child’s siblings
- Part 3: Early medical problems – detection and intervention
- Part 4: Developmental delays
- Part 5: Summary
Module 4 – Helping A Child with Down’s Syndrome Realise Their Full Potential
- Part 1: How do children with Down’s syndrome change and develop?
- Part 2: Taking a balanced view of a child’s capabilities
- Part 3: Understanding and handling challenging behaviour
- Part 4: Summary
Module 5 – Adolescents with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Challenges facing teenagers with Down’s syndrome
- Part 2: Self-esteem during adolescence
- Part 3: Sexual relationships and contraception
- Part 4: Summary
Module 6 – Medical Problems Associated with Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Physical and Psychiatric health problems
- Part 2: What are the most common physical health problems seen in people with Down’s syndrome?
- Part 3: Infertility
- Part 4: Dental issues
- Part 5: Psychiatric conditions
- Part 6: Summary
Module 7 – Down’s Syndrome & Education
- Part 1: Education
- Part 2: Education, Health and Care Plans
- Part 3: Making the transition from home to nursery or preschool
- Part 4: Summary
Module 8 – Down’s Syndrome & Employment
- Part 1: Employment
- Part 2: How do people with Down’s syndrome benefit from paid work?
- Part 3: What legislation is in place to protect the rights and interests of people with Down’s syndrome within the workplace?
- Part 4: How do people with Down’s syndrome work best?
- Part 5: Summary
Module 9 – Supported Living Options for People With Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: How might someone with Down’s syndrome choose to live their life?
- Part 2: Collective ownership – A new approach
- Part 3: Support professionals
- Part 4: Summary
Module 10 – Care of Older Adults With Down’s Syndrome
- Part 1: Physical health conditions in old age
- Part 2: Alzheimer’s disease in Down’s syndrome
- Part 3: Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease
- Part 4: Summary
- Conclusion
Requirements
Entry requirements
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Computer requirements
Students will need access to a computer and the internet.
Minimum specifications for the computer are:
Windows:
Microsoft Windows XP, or laterModern and up to date Browser (Internet Explorer 8 or later, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
MAC/iOS
OSX/iOS 6 or laterModern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
All systems
Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or fasterFlash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)
Students will also need access the following applications:
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Requirements
Entry requirements:
Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.
Minimum education:
Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.
Device requirements:
Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.
FAQS
1. Who are Courses For Success?
Courses For Success is a course platform that started in 2008
with 5 courses, since then we have grown to over 10,000 online courses.
Our courses span across the following categories:
•Animal
•Beauty
•Business
•Health & Fitness
•Finance
•Lifestyle
•IT & Software
•Personal Development
•Teaching & Academics
2. Is there a refund/cancellation policy?
Yes, we have a 7-day money-back refund policy.
3. What is the FREE Personal Success Training Program?
The Personal Success Training Program
was developed by Courses For Success to help our customers achieve
success. Currently, we are offering this program for FREE with every
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4. Are there any requirements to study this course?
No,
anyone who has an interest in learning more about this subject matter
is encouraged to take our course. There are no entry requirements to
take this course.
5. Do I require to have finished high school to complete this course?
No,
you do not require a High School Diploma or to have finished school to
study this course, this course is open to anyone who would like to take
this course.
6. What if English is not my first language?
This
course is provided in English, however, due to the digital nature of
our training, you can take your time studying the material and make use
of tools such as google translate and Grammarly.
7. Is this course online or conducted in person?
All our courses are accessible online on any device. You may complete them at your own pace and at your own time.
8. How do I receive my course?
After
you have completed the payment, you will receive a confirmation email
and tax receipt. You will also receive an email containing your course
login details (username and password), as well as instructions on how to
access and log in to your course via the internet with any device,
please check your junk/spam folder in the event that you do not receive
the email.
9. When does this course start?
Providing
you have internet access you can start this course whenever you like,
just go to the login page and insert your username and password and you
can access the online material.
10. What is online learning like?
Online learning is easy, if not easier than a traditional academic situation.
By studying an online course, the usual boundaries caused by location and time constraints are eliminated, meaning you are free to study where and when you want at your own pace.
Of course, you will need to be able to self-manage your time and be organized, but with our help, you’ll soon find yourself settling into a comfortable rhythm of study.
11. What computer skills do I need for my course?
You
don't need to be a computer expert to succeed with our online training,
but you should be comfortable typing, using the internet and be capable
of using common software (such as Microsoft word).
12. How long will you have access to the online course?
The majority of our courses have unlimited lifetime access, meaning you can access this course whenever you want.
Please also check the course summary, as a small selection of courses have limited access.
13. How long will my course take?
Course duration, is listed under Course Summary
14. Do I need to buy textbooks?
All the required material for your course is included in the online system, you do not need to buy anything else.
15. Is the course interactive?
Yes, all our courses are interactive.
16. Is there an assessment or exam?
Yes,
you will be required to complete a multiple-choice test online at the
end of your course, you can do this test as many times as you require.
17. What type of certificate will I receive?
You
will receive a Certificate of Completion that is applicable worldwide,
which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share
the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers and employers.
Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles
and job applications.
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The term “Courses for Success” helped me in my current position to succeed. After completing the courses, I gave my manager the completion certificates. Recently I received a promotion too."
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"I
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Our
completion certificates are very valuable and will help you progress in
your work environment and show employers how committed you are to learn
new skills, you might even get a promotion.
18. Will this course be credited by universities?
No, it is not equivalent to a college or university credit.
19. Am I guaranteed to get a job with this certificate?
This course will give you the skills you need to help you obtain employment, but it’s up to you if you get the job or not.
20. How will this course assist me with my career?
Studying
and completing this course will show employers that you have the
knowledge in this field, additionally you will gain more confidence in
this area of expertise.
21. How long is the certificate valid for?
The Certificates are valid for life and do not need renewing.
22. Can I take more than one course at a time?
Courses
are studied online at your own pace and you are free to study as many
or as few courses as you wish, we also offer online course bundles that
allow you to save on additional courses so that you may get all the
topics related to your training goals in one go.
23. What are the Payment Methods available? Is there a payment plan?
We accept payments via PayPal, Credit Card and Bank Transfer.
Payment Plans: We have partnered with Partial.ly, to offer our own in house payment plan. Everyone is Pre-Approved, providing the initial deposit is paid in full.
To pay via bank transfer contact us info@coursesforsuccess.com
24. Can I purchase for multiple people?
Yes, you can do this by purchasing individually via website or send us a request via email at info@coursesforsuccess.com
25. Can I request for an invoice before purchase?
Yes, you can request for an invoice via email at info@coursesforsuccess.com
26. Purchase for a gift?
Yes, you can purchase this course as a gift, simply send an email to info@coursesforsuccess.com, with the course details and we can accommodate this.
27. Can I create my own course bundle?
Yes,
you can customize your own bundle. Please send us the complete list
with the exact course link of the courses you'd like to bundle up via
email info@coursesforsuccess.com and we will create them for you. *Each course access, time of completion and certification varies depending on the course type.
28. How will I contact Courses For Success if I have any questions?
You can contact our support team, at any time through live chat on our website, or email at info@coursesforsuccess.com, or by calling one of our phone numbers depending on which country you are in.
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