The Institute for Training and Development, part of the Continuing Education Division at Grand Valley State University, is helping west Michigan computer workers gain certification. The institute has been offering coursework necessary to gain the specialized technical certification in both Grand Rapids and Holland since late October. Courses include PC and Internet fundamentals as well as diagnosis, upgrades and repair. The Certified Webmaster program offers training essential for Web page design and administration, as well as e-business management.
Courses range from HTML basics and design to e-commerce concepts and strategies.