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IRBIZ: Incident Response for Business Professionals
2026-07-28 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Description
In this course, you will cover incident response methods and procedures are taught in alignment with industry frameworks such as US-CERT’s NCISP (National Cyber Incident Response Plan), and Presidential Policy Directive (PPD) 41 on Cyber Incident Coordination Policy. It is ideal for candidates who have been tasked with managing compliance with state legislation and other regulatory requirements regarding incident response, and for executing standardized responses to such incidents. The course introduces procedures and resources to comply with legislative requirements regarding incident response.
This course is designed to assist students in preparing for the CertNexus Incident Responder Credential (CIR-110). What you learn and practice in this course can be a significant part of your preparation.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

Explain the importance of best practices in preparation for incident response
Given a scenario, execute incident response process
Explain general mitigation methods and devices
Assess and comply with current incident response requirements.

Pre-Requisites
General understanding of cybersecurity concepts.

Virtual - IRBIZ: Incident Response for Business Professionals

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04/17/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

07/28/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Brand: CertNexus
Exam: IRBIZ
CEU Credits: 0.7
Course Hours: 7
Number of Days: 1
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C)ISMS-LA: Certified ISMS Lead Auditor
2026-08-03 09:00 - 2026-08-05 17:00
Description
In this course, you will be prepared to conduct audits of information security management systems (“ISMS”) to ensure that they meet ISO/IEC 27001 standards in any organization.

ISMS ISO/IEC 27001 Audit Methodology:

Planning

Control Evaluation

Substantive Testing

Completion
The C)ISMS-LA is perfect for those looking to perform an internal or external ISMS 1S0/IEC 27001 audit.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Competently take the C)ISMS-LA exam
Acquire the necessary knowledge to manage an ISMS audit

Pre-Requisites

Experience with Information Systems
Interest in Auditing

Virtual - C)SLO: Certified Security Leadership Officer

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07/27/2026 - 07/28/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)ISMS-LA
CEU Credits: 2.1
Course Hours: 21
Number of Days: 3
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C)ISSO: Information Systems Security Officer
2026-08-03 09:00 - 2026-08-07 17:00
Description
If you are look for the “gotta have it” cybersecurity course, then the Certified Information Systems Security Officer is for you. The C)ISSO will prepare you with a broad range of knowledge and skills required of a security officer. However, these skills can be applied across a broad range of role-based careers.
A C)ISSO is able to implement and maintain cost-effective security controls that are closely aligned with business and industry standards. The C)ISSO certification course is an ideal way to increase knowledge, expertise, and skill for managers, auditors, and INFOSEC professionals. The things you learn in this course can be applied to management, prevention teams, and recovery professionals.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will not only be able to establish industry-acceptable Cyber Security & IS management standards with current best practices but also be prepared to competently take the CISSO exam.

Pre-Requisites

C)SP
C)ISSM
12 months of Information Systems Management Experience

Virtual - C)ISSO: Information Systems Security Officer

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04/06/2026 - 04/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/03/2026 - 08/07/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

09/28/2026 - 10/02/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

12/07/2026 - 12/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)ISSO
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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CompTIA: A+ Core 1
2026-08-03 09:00 - 2026-08-07 17:00
Description
CompTIA A+ Core 1 is the first of two exams required to earn the industry-standard A+ certification, designed to launch your tech career. This exam focuses on foundational skills in hardware, networking, mobile devices, and troubleshooting. Passing Core 1 and Core 2 prepares you for roles like IT support specialist and help desk technician while building the knowledge needed to pursue advanced certifications like Network+ and Security+.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Install, configure, and maintain computer equipment, mobile devices, and software for end users.
Service components based on customer requirements.
Understand networking basics and apply basic cybersecurity methods to mitigate threats.
Properly and safely diagnose, resolve, and document common hardware and software issues.
Apply troubleshooting skills and provide customer support using appropriate communication skills.
Understand the basics of scripting, cloud technologies, virtualization, and multi-OS deployments in corporate environments.

Pre-Requisites
None

Course Details
Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1101)
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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CompTIA: Linux+
2026-08-03 09:00 - 2026-08-07 17:00
Description
In this course, you will cover: This course provides a comprehensive guide to common tasks performed by system administrators, including installation, customization, and troubleshooting. Expanded coverage of networking and security provide everything you need to hit the ground running. This course maps to the LX0-101 and LX0-102 Linux+ Powered by LPI exams.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Identify Basic Linux Concepts
Administer Users and Groups
Configure Permissions
Implement File Management
Author Text Files
Deploy Software
Administer Storage
Manage the Linux Kernel and Devices
Maintain Services
Configure Network Settings
Secure a Linux System
Install Linux
Script with Bash and Python
Manage Containers in Linux
Automate Infrastructure Management

Pre-Requisites
To ensure your success in this course, you should have at least 12 months of hands-on experience working with Linux servers. CompTIA A+, Network+, and Server+ certifications, or the equivalent knowledge, are strongly recommended.

Virtual - CompTIA: Linux+

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04/06/2026 - 04/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/03/2026 - 08/07/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

09/14/2026 - 09/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

12/14/2026 - 12/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA Linux+
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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AZ-900T00 - Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
2026-08-04 09:00 - 17:00
Description
This course will provide foundational level knowledge of cloud services and how those services are provided with Microsoft Azure. The course can be taken as an optional first step in learning about cloud services and Microsoft Azure, before taking further Microsoft Azure or Microsoft cloud services courses.
The course will cover general cloud computing concepts as well as general cloud computing models and services such as Public, Private and Hybrid cloud and Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS).
It will also cover some core Azure services and solutions, as well as key Azure pillar services concerning security, privacy, compliance and trust. It will finally cover pricing and support services available with Azure.

Virtual - AZ-900T00 - Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

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04/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

05/12/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

06/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

07/07/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

08/04/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

09/08/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

10/27/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

11/17/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

12/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Brand: Microsoft
Exam: AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
CEU Credits: 0.7
Course Hours: 7
Number of Days: 1
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AZ-305T00: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions
2026-08-04 09:00 - 2026-08-07 17:00, 2026-09-01 09:00 - 2026-09-04 17:00
Description
In this course, you will cover governance, compute, application architecture, storage, data integration, authentication, networks, business continuity, and migrations. The course combines lecture with case studies to demonstrate basic architect design principles.

Objectives

Design a governance solution.
Design a compute solution.
Design an application architecture.
Design storage, non-relational and relational.
Design data integration solutions.
Design authentication, authorization, and identity solutions.
Design network solutions.
Design backup and disaster recovery solutions.
Design monitoring solutions.
Design migration solutions.

Pre-Requisites
Before attending this course, students must have previous experience deploying or administering Azure resources and strong conceptual knowledge of:

Azure Active Directory
Azure compute technologies such as VMs, containers and serverless solutions
Azure virtual networking to include load balancers
Azure Storage technologies (unstructured and databases)
General application design concepts such as messaging and high availability

Prerequisite courses (or equivalent knowledge and hands-on experience): This free online training will give you the experience you need to be successful in this course.

AZ-104T00: Microsoft Azure Administrator

Virtual - AZ-305T00: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions

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04/06/2026 - 04/09/2026 | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

06/01/2026 - 06/04/2026 | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

06/15/2026 - 06/18/2026 | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

08/04/2026 - 08/07/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

09/01/2026 - 09/04/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

10/06/2026 - 10/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/10/2026 - 11/13/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

12/15/2026 - 12/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Microsoft
Exam: Exam AZ-305: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions
CEU Credits: 2.8
Course Hours: 28
Number of Days: 4
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AZ-800T00: Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure
2026-08-04 09:00 - 2026-08-07 17:00
Description
In this course, you will cover how to manage core Windows Server workloads and services using on-premises, hybrid, and cloud technologies. The course teaches IT Professionals how to implement and manage on-premises and hybrid solutions such as identity, management, compute, networking, and storage in a Windows Server hybrid environment.

Objectives

Use administrative techniques and tools in Windows Server.
Identify tools used to implement hybrid solutions, including Windows Admin Center and PowerShell.
Implement identity services in Windows Server.
Implement identity in hybrid scenarios, including Azure AD DS on Azure IaaS and managed AD DS.
Integrate Azure AD DS with Azure AD.
Manage network infrastructure services.
Deploy Azure VMs running Windows Server, and configure networking and storage.
Administer and manage Windows Server IaaS Virtual Machine remotely.
Manage and maintain Azure VMs running Windows Server.
Configure file servers and storage.
Implement File Services in hybrid scenarios, using Azure Files and Azure File Sync.

Pre-Requisites
Before attending this course, students must have:

Experience with managing Windows Server operating system and Windows Server workloads in on-premises scenarios, including AD DS, DNS, DFS, Hyper-V, and File and Storage Services
Experience with common Windows Server management tools (implied in the first prerequisite).
Basic knowledge of core Microsoft compute, storage, networking, and virtualization technologies (implied in the first prerequisite).
Experience and an understanding of core networking technologies such as IP addressing, name resolution, and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Experience working with and an understanding of Microsoft Hyper-V and basic server virtualization concepts
Basic experience with implementing and managing IaaS services in Microsoft Azure
Basic knowledge of Azure Active Directory
Experience working hands-on with Windows client operating systems such as Windows 10 or Windows 11
Basic experience with Windows PowerShell

Virtual - AZ-800T00: Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure

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04/21/2026 - 04/24/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

05/11/2026 - 05/14/2026 | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

06/02/2026 - 06/05/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

07/07/2026 - 07/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/04/2026 - 08/07/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

09/08/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

10/06/2026 - 10/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/03/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Microsoft
Exam: AZ-800: Administering Windows Server Hybrid Core Infrastructure
CEU Credits: 2.8
Course Hours: 28
Number of Days: 4
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C)CSSM: Certified Cybersecurity Systems Manager
2026-08-04 09:00 - 2026-08-07 17:00
Description
Companies will lean on a Certified Cybersecurity Systems Manager, C)CSSM to create solutions for tomorrow’s problems, today. When it comes to identifying critical issues and providing effective IS management solutions. The knowledge and course content provided in the Certified Cybersecurity Systems Manager – C)CSSM will cover a measurable certification that demonstrates proficiency in the IS Management Field. The Certified Cybersecurity Systems Manager covers the skills and knowledge to assess threat analysis and risks, Risk & incident management, and Security programs, IS security strategy and frameworks, Audit and Risk management creation of policies, compliance, and awareness.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Have a strong foundation in Cyber Security & IS management standards with current best practices
Be prepared to competently take the C)CSSM exam

Pre-Requisites

C)SP
1 year experience in information systems

Virtual - C)CSSM: Certified Cybersecurity Systems Manager

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04/07/2026 - 04/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

06/08/2026 - 06/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/04/2026 - 08/07/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

12/08/2026 - 12/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)CSSM
CEU Credits: 2.8
Course Hours: 28
Number of Days: 4
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DSBIZ: Data Science for Business Professionals
2026-08-05 10:00 - 12:00
Description
The ability to identify and respond to changing trends is a hallmark of a successful business. Whether those trends are related to customers and sales, or to regulatory and industry standards, businesses are wise to keep track of the variables that can affect the bottom line. In today’s business landscape, data comes from numerous sources and in diverse forms. By leveraging data science concepts and technologies, businesses can mold all that raw data into information that facilitates decisions to improve and expand the success of the business.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Identify how data science supports informed business decisions.
Explain the fundamentals of data science.
Identify functions of data science for business.
Implement business requirements for data science.

Pre-Requisites
To ensure your success with this course, you should have basic knowledge of business processes, general business concepts, and relevant data that helps to solve business problems or achieve business goals. You should also have a basic understanding of information technology (IT) resources and systems, including networks, computers, and other digital devices used in an enterprise setting.

Virtual - DSBIZ: Data Science for Business Professionals

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04/24/2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

08/05/2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

11/13/2026 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Brand: CertNexus
Exam: DSBIZ
CEU Credits: 0.2
Course Hours: 2
Number of Days: 1
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HomeGrown Geauga
2026-08-06 17:00 - 22:00 | Basil Place, 13271 Bass Lake Rd, Chardon, OH, 44024
HOMEGROWN GEAUGA 2026

Thursday, August 6, 2026 | Basil Place Farm & Wedding Venue | Geauga County
An unforgettable summer evening of local flavor, music, art, and connection, set on the beautiful grounds of Basil Place. Join friends, partners, and neighbors for the celebration you’ve been looking forward to all year, all in support of the future of Geauga County.
We can’t wait to welcome you back.
1. Get Quick Check-In ReadyHave your registration confirmation ready upon arrival to ensure a smooth and speedy check-in.
2. This Event Is CashlessAll food, drinks, and experiences will be cash-free. Please plan to use credit or debit cards.
3. Parking Information

VIP Guests: On-site parking available at Basil Place

General Admission: Off-site parking with directions provided in advance

4. Dress for the EveningFloral patterns encouraged.Leave the heels at home—this is a walk-the-grounds kind of night.

Code of Conduct
The Geauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is committed to providing a welcoming, positive, and respectful environment for all event participants.
All GGP employees, members, guests, speakers, sponsors, volunteers, and attendees are expected to uphold high standards of professionalism, courtesy, and personal conduct at all GGP events and trainings.
Any individual engaging in inappropriate behavior will be asked by a GGP representative to stop immediately. If the behavior continues—or if it is deemed severe—the individual may be removed from the event without refund and may be restricted from attending future GGP events.

CyberSAFE
2026-08-07 09:00 - 13:00
Description
In this course, you will cover what you can do to protect yourself and your organization from technology-related risks. This course will help you to:

Understand both security and compliance needs and requirements.
Recognize and avoid phishing and other social engineering attempts.
Recognize and avoid viruses, ransomware, and other malware.
Help ensure data security on computers, mobile devices, networks, the Internet, and in the cloud.

In this course, you will use discussions, case studies, and the experiences of your instructor and fellow students to explore the hazards and pitfalls of technology and learn how to use that technology safely and securely.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

Identify security compliance measures.
Address social engineering attempts.
Secure devices such as desktops, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and more.
Use the Internet securely.

Pre-Requisites
It is recommended that you should have experience with the basic use of conventional computing technology, including desktop, laptop, or tablet computers; mobile phones; and basic Internet functions, such as web browsing and email.

Virtual - CyberSafe

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08/07/2026 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM

10/20/2026 | 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
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Brand: CertNexus
Exam: CyberSAFE
CEU Credits: 0.4
Course Hours: 4
Number of Days: 1
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DEBIZ: Data Ethics for Business Professionals
2026-08-07 09:00 - 17:00
Description
The power of extracting value from data utilizing Artificial Intelligence, Data Science and Machine Learning exposes the learning differences between humans and machines. Humans can apply ethical principles throughout the decision-making process to avoid discrimination, societal harm, and marginalization to maintain and even enhance acceptable norms. Machines make decisions autonomously. So how do we apply ethical principles to data driven technology? This course provides business professionals and consumers of technology core concepts of ethical principles, how they can be applied to emerging data driven technologies and the impact to an organization which ignores ethical use of technology.

Pre-Requisites
To ensure your success in this course, you should have a working knowledge of general business concepts and practices. You should also have a basic understanding of Artificial Intelligence and or Data Science. You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking the following courses:

AIBIZ: Artificial Intelligence for Business Professionals
DSBIZ: Data Science for Business Professionals

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05/05/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

07/01/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

08/07/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

09/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

11/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
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Brand: CertNexus
Exam: DEBIZ
CEU Credits: 0.7
Course Hours: 7
Number of Days: 1
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CompTIA: A+ Core 2
2026-08-10 09:00 - 2026-08-14 17:00
Description
CompTIA A+ Core 2 is the second of two exams required to earn the industry-standard A+ certification, a trusted credential for starting your tech career. This exam emphasizes essential skills in operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures. Successfully passing Core 2 and Core 1 equips you for roles like IT support specialist and help desk technician while laying the foundation for advanced certifications like Network+ and Security+.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Install, configure, and manage operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Apply security measures to protect systems and mitigate threats.
Troubleshoot software and operating system issues.
Follow operational procedures for safety, documentation, and change management.
Implement backup and recovery methods to ensure data integrity.

Pre-Requisites
None

Virtual - CompTIA: A+ Core 2

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04/20/2026 - 04/24/2026 | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

08/10/2026 - 08/14/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

10/05/2026 - 10/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

12/14/2026 - 12/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1102)
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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CompTIA: PenTest+
2026-08-10 09:00 - 2026-08-14 17:00
Description
PenTest+ assesses the most up-to-date penetration testing, and vulnerability assessment and management skills necessary to determine the resiliency of the network against attacks.

Pre-Requisites
CompTIA: Security+ or equivalent knowledge and experience.

Virtual - CompTIA: PenTest+

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06/15/2026 - 06/17/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/10/2026 - 08/12/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

12/07/2026 - 12/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA PenTest+
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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CompTIA: Project+
2026-08-10 09:00 - 2026-08-14 17:00
Description
Project+ Certification prepares students for the current CompTIA Project+ Certification exam. It covers the full range of skills ad concepts students need to know to plan and implement projects. The project initiation and planning process is covered in-depth, culminating in the creation of a project schedule. Learning how to manage business concerns such as cost and risk is balanced by thorough coverage of best practices in managing people and resources. Students will also learn how to manage change and the steps necessary in closing a project.

Pre-Requisites
Project Management Essentials
05/04/2026 – 05/08/2026 | 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Course Details
Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA Project+
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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Cyber Secure Coder (CSC)
2026-08-12 09:00 - 2026-08-14 17:00
Description
This course presents an approach for dealing with security and privacy throughout the entire software development lifecycle. You will learn about vulnerabilities that undermine security, and how to identify and remediate them in your own projects. You will learn general strategies for dealing with security defects and misconfiguration, how to design software to deal with the human element in security, and how to incorporate security into all phases of development.

Pre-Requisites
This course presents secure programming concepts that apply to many different types of software development projects. Although this course uses Python®, HTML, and JavaScript® to demonstrate various programming concepts, you do not need to have experience in these languages to benefit from this course. However, you should have some programming experience, whether it be developing desktop, mobile, web, or cloud applications.

Virtual - Cyber Secure Coder (CSC)

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04/28/2026 - 04/30/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

06/16/2026 - 06/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/12/2026 - 08/14/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/17/2026 - 11/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: CertNexus
Exam: CSC
CEU Credits: 2.1
Course Hours: 21
Number of Days: 3
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August 2026 – FY26 Geauga Safety Council (GSC)
2026-08-14 11:45 - 13:00
REGISTER FOR AUGUST 2026 GSC HERE!
August 2026 GSC:

Program: OHSA’s here, now what?
Presenter: Julie Reynolds
Location: Kent State Geauga
REGISTRATION

Please note: Members will be expected to cover the cost of their lunch fees. This will be $300 for 10 meetings if paid in advance or $35 per meeting. For non-members this cost is $40 per meeting.
Geauga Safety Council lunch meetings are held monthly (except for January). The meetings will be held on the second Friday of the month, at Kent State University, Geauga Campus with check-in beginning at 11:45 am with the program to follow at 12 pm and will conclude no later than 1:00 pm.
What are the benefits?

Earn a 3% safety council rebate on your works compensation premium.
Learn techniques for increasing safety, health, and wellness in your workplace.
Network and share best practices with other employers in your community.
Identify resources to assist in your accident prevention efforts.
Access risk management information and strategies to reduce your workers’ compensation costs.
Membership is FREE.

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C)NFE: Certified Network Forensics Examiner
2026-08-17 09:00 - 2026-08-21 17:00
Description
In this course you will cover 20+ modules of network forensic topics. The C)NFE provides practical experience through our lab exercises that simulate real-world scenarios covering investigation and recovery of data in network. The C)NFE focuses on centralizing and investigating logging systems as well as network devices.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Have knowledge to perform network forensic examinations
Be able to accurately report on their findings, and
Be ready to sit for the C)NFE exam

Pre-Requisites

2 years networking experience
2 years in IT Security
Working knowledge of TCPIP

Virtual - C)NFE: Certified Network Forensics Examiner

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08/17/2026 - 08/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/30/2026 - 12/02/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Exam: Mile2 C)NFE
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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CompTIA: Data+
2026-08-17 09:00 - 2026-08-21 17:00
Description
In this course, you will cover the knowledge and skills required to transform business requirements in support of data-driven decisions by mining data, manipulating data, applying basic statistical methods, and analyzing complex data sets while adhering to governance and quality standards throughout the entire data lifecycle. In addition, it will help prepare candidates to take the CompTIA Data+ certification exam.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Mine data
Manipulate data
Visualize and report data
Apply basic statistical methods
Analyze complex datasets while adhering to governance and quality standards throughout the entire data life cycle

Pre-Requisites
Basic understanding of computers and operating systems.

Virtual - CompTIA: Data+

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08/17/2026 - 08/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/16/2026 - 11/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA Data+
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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AI-900T00: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals
2026-08-18 09:00 - 17:00
Description
This course introduces fundamentals concepts related to artificial intelligence (AI), and the services in Microsoft Azure that can be used to create AI solutions. The course is not designed to teach students to become professional data scientists or software developers, but rather to build awareness of common AI workloads and the ability to identify Azure services to support them. The course is designed as a blended learning experience that combines instructor-led training with online materials on the Microsoft Learn platform (https://azure.com/learn). The hands-on exercises in the course are based on Learn modules, and students are encouraged to use the content on Learn as reference materials to reinforce what they learn in the class and to explore topics in more depth.

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04/20/2026 | 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

06/16/2026 | 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

07/21/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

08/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

09/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

10/27/2026 | 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

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Exam: AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals
CEU Credits: 0.7
Course Hours: 7
Number of Days: 1
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CEET: Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist
2026-08-18 09:00 - 2026-08-20 17:00
Description
In this course, you will cover the tools to identify and manage common ethical risks in the development of emerging data-driven technologies. This course distills ethical theory, public regulations, and industry best practices into concrete skills and guidelines needed for the responsible development of digital products and services. By following the course’s practical, problems-based approach, learners will become adept at applying theories, principles, frameworks, and techniques in their own roles and organizations.

Objectives
In this course, you will incorporate ethics into data-driven technologies such as AI, IoT, and data science. You will:

Describe general concepts, theories, and challenges related to ethics and emerging technologies.
Identify ethical risks.
Practice ethical reasoning.
Identify and mitigate safety and security risks.
Identify and mitigate privacy risks.
Identify and mitigate fairness and bias risks.
Identify and mitigate transparency and explainability risks.
Identify and mitigate accountability risks.
Build an ethical organization.
Develop ethical systems in technology-focused organizations.

Pre-Requisites
To ensure your success in this course, you should have a genuine interest in ensuring that emerging technologies are ethical, trusted, and inclusive. It may also be helpful if you have an understanding of concepts related to emerging technologies. Practical experience implementing data science, AI, and/or IoT to solve business problems is encouraged but not required. You can obtain the appropriate knowledge of emerging technologies concepts by attending any or all of the following courses:

IoTBIZ™ (Exam IOZ-110)
DSBIZ™ (Exam DSZ-110): Data Science for Business Professionals
AIBIZ™ (Exam AIZ-110)
ETBIZ: Emerging Technology for the Business Professional (Exam ETZ-110)

Virtual - CEET: Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist

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05/06/2026 - 05/08/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/18/2026 - 08/20/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/23/2026 - 11/25/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: CertNexus
Exam: CEET
CEU Credits: 2.1
Course Hours: 21
Number of Days: 3
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PL-300T00: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst
2026-08-18 09:00 - 2026-08-20 17:00
Description
This course will discuss the various methods and best practices that are in line with business and technical requirements for modeling, visualizing, and analyzing data with Power BI. The course will also show how to access and process data from a range of data sources including both relational and non-relational data. This course will also explore how to implement proper security standards and policies across the Power BI spectrum including datasets and groups. The course will also discuss how to manage and deploy reports and dashboards for sharing and content distribution.

Pre-Requisites
Successful Data Analysts start this role with experience of working with data in the cloud.
Specifically:

Understanding core data concepts.
Knowledge of working with relational data in the cloud.
Knowledge of working with non-relational data in the cloud.
Knowledge of data analysis and visualization concepts.

Virtual - Power BI classes

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Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 04/21/2026 - 04/23/2026| 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 06/09/2026 - 06/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 07/07/2026 - 07/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 08/18/2026 - 08/20/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 09/09/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 10/06/2026 - 10/08/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 11/04/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Power BI: PL-300 Data Analyst | 12/08/2026 - 12/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Microsoft
Exam: PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst
CEU Credits: 2.1
Course Hours: 21
Number of Days: 3
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Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
2026-08-19 09:00 - 2026-08-20 17:00
Description
In today’s competitive job market, the Certified Scrum Developer credential can set you apart from the pack. A successful Scrum Developer is committed to continuous improvement. The coursework and dedication needed to achieve a CSD sharpens your skills and helps you become a better practitioner of Scrum.
During the course, attendees will learn how to do Scrum effectively in the following topic areas:

Collaboration & Teamwork
Architecture & Design
Test Driven Development. Pair Programming
Refactoring, Automated Testing

Pre-Requisites

Professional Scrum Master Course, preferably sanctioned by Scrum Alliance
Professional Scrum Product Owner Course, preferably sanctioned by Scrum Alliance

Virtual - Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)

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05/28/2026 - 05/30/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/19/2026 - 08/21/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/19/2026 - 11/21/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Scrum Alliance
Exam: CSD
CEU Credits: 1.4
Course Hours: 14
Number of Days: 2
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C)IHE: Certified Incident Handling Engineer
2026-08-24 09:00 - 2026-08-28 17:00
Description
This course will cover understanding how to plan, create and utilize their systems. Prevent, detect and respond to attacks through the use of hands-on labs in our exclusive Cyber Range.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Have knowledge to perform network forensic examinations
Be able to accurately report on their findings
Be ready to sit for the C)NFE exam

Pre-Requisites

12 months network technologies
Sound knowledge of networking and TCP/IP
Linux knowledge is essential

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08/24/2026 - 08/26/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)IHE
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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C)PTC: Certified Penetration Testing Consultant
2026-08-24 09:00 - 2026-08-28 17:00
Description
In this course, you will cover an in-depth look into specific penetration testing and techniques used against operating systems. This course will teach you the necessary skills to work with a penetration testing team, the exploitation process, and how to create a buffer overflow against programs running on Windows and Linux while subverting features such as DEP and ASLR.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course students will:

Have solid knowledge of testing and reporting proceedures which will prepare them for upper management roles within a cybersecurity system
Be able to competently take the C)PTC exam

Pre-Requisites

C)PEH and C)PTE or equivalent knowledge
2 years of experience in Networking Technologies
Sound Knowledge of TCP/IP
Computer Hardware Knowledge

Virtual - C)PTC: Certified Penetration Testing Consultant

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08/24/2026 - 08/26/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)PTC
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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CompTIA: Network+
2026-08-24 09:00 - 2026-08-28 17:00
Description
The Official CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-007) course builds on your existing user-level knowledge and experience with personal computer operating systems and networks to present the fundamental skills and concepts that you will need to use on the job in any type of networking career. It also addresses the content described in the exam objectives for the CompTIA Network+ certification. If you are pursuing a CompTIA technical certification path, obtaining the CompTIA® A+® certification is an excellent first step to take before preparing for the CompTIA Network+ examination.
The Official CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-007) course can benefit you in several ways:

If you are preparing for any type of network-related career, it provides the background knowledge and skills you will require to be successful.
It contains information and procedures that can help you if your job duties include network troubleshooting, installation, or maintenance.
It can assist you in preparing for the CompTIA Network+ examination (Exam N10-007).

You will be able to:

Identify basic network theory concepts and major network communications methods.
Describe bounded network media.
Describe unbounded network media.
Identify the major types of network implementations.
Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods.
Analyze routing and switching technologies.
Identify the components of a TCP/IP implementation.
Analyze network security.
Implement network security.
Identify the components of a WAN implementation.
Identify the components used in cloud computing and virtualization.
Identify the components of a remote network implementation.
Manage networks.
Troubleshoot network issues.

Pre-Requisites
To ensure your success in this course, you will need basic Windows end-user computer skills.

Virtual - CompTIA: Network+

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06/01/2026 - 06/03/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/24/2026 - 08/26/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

10/25/2026 - 10/27/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: CompTIA
Exam: CompTIA Network+
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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CyberSec First Responder (CFR)
2026-08-24 09:00 - 2026-08-28 17:00
Description
This course covers network defense and incident response methods, tactics, and procedures that are in alignment with industry frameworks such as NIST 800-61r2 (Computer Security Incident Handling Guide), US-CERT’s National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP), and Presidential Policy Directive (PPD)-41 on Cyber Incident Coordination. It is ideal for candidates who have been tasked with the responsibility of monitoring and detecting security incidents in information systems and networks, and for executing standardized responses to such incidents. The course introduces tools, tactics, and procedures to manage cybersecurity risks, identify various types of common threats, evaluate the organization’s security, collect and analyze cybersecurity intelligence, and remediate and report incidents as they occur. This course provides a comprehensive methodology for individuals responsible for defending the cybersecurity of their organization.

Pre-Requisites
To ensure your success in this course, you should meet the following requirements:

At least two years (recommended) of experience or education in computer network security technology or a related field.
The ability or curiosity to recognize information security vulnerabilities and threats in the context of risk management.
Foundational knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in network environments. Safeguards include, but are not limited to, firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and VPNs.
General knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in computing environments. Safeguards include, but are not limited to, basic authentication and authorization, resource permissions, and anti-malware mechanisms.
Foundation-level skills with some of the common operating systems for computing environments.
Entry-level understanding of some of the common concepts for network environments, such as routing and switching.
General or practical knowledge of major TCP/IP networking protocols, including, but not limited to, TCP, IP, UDP, DNS, HTTP, ARP, ICMP, and DHCP.

Virtual - CyberSec First Responder (CFR)

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04/06/2026 - 04/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

06/15/2026 - 06/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

07/10/2026 - 07/14/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/24/2026 - 08/28/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

09/07/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

10/05/2026 - 10/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/30/2026 - 12/04/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

01/04/2027 - 01/08/2027 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: CertNexus
Exam: CFR
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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C)DFE: Certified Digital Forensics Examiner
2026-08-31 09:00 - 2026-09-04 17:00
Description
In this course you will cover electronic discovery and advanced investigation techniques. This course is essential to anyone encountering digital evidence while conducting an investigation. Students will be taught the methodology for conducting a computer forensic examination. Students will learn to use forensically sound investigative techniques in order to evaluate the scene, collect and document all relevant information, interview appropriate personnel, maintain chain-of-custody, and write a findings report.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:

Be able to establish industry-acceptable digital forensics standards with current best practices and policies
Be prepared to competently take the C)DFE exam

Pre-Requisites

1 Year experience in computers
C)SP course

Virtual - C)DFE: Certified Digital Forensics Examiner

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05/04/2026 - 05/08/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

07/13/2026 - 07/17/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

08/31/2026 - 09/04/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

11/02/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
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Brand: Mile2
Exam: Mile2 C)DFE
CEU Credits: 3.5
Course Hours: 35
Number of Days: 5
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