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Approved for WIOA Funding   

This category is dedicated to courses and programs approved for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding.

The Texas Workforce Commission has approved SFA's PACE as an Eligible Training Provider allowing for WIOA funding to be used for certain PACE programs. Using Individual Training Accounts (ITAs), local Workforce Development Boards use these funds to support program participants in the Adult and Dislocated Worker programs.

The following programs have been approved for ITA funding.

If you have questions about other courses or programs receiving WIOA funding, please reach out to pace@sfasu.edu.

CompTIA A+ Certification Training (Vouchers Included) Offered in partnership with ed2go
  • Fee: $2,395.00
    Hours: 200

    Prepare to pass the CompTIA A+ certification exams to boost your resume and demonstrate your IT competence with a globally recognized credential! Obtaining your CompTIA A+ certification will open doors to entry-level IT jobs such as technical support specialists, help desk technicians, or field service technicians.

    Our comprehensive CompTIA A+ course offers a thorough overview of the basic concepts around multiple operating systems, enabling you to efficiently maintain and troubleshoot various operating systems. The CompTIA A+ certification is vendor-neutral and adaptable to different technology platforms, providing a solid foundation to pursue specialized certifications.

    You will become equipped with the skills to effectively diagnose and troubleshoot common software, hardware, and connectivity issues. With this employer-desired expertise, you will be an indispensable asset in any organization as you ensure smooth system operations and handle any technical challenges that arise.

    This CompTIA A+ certification training also covers network fundamentals, providing you with a solid foundation in networking concepts, protocols, and troubleshooting techniques. This knowledge will enable you to effectively manage network infrastructure, enhance connectivity, and contribute to efficient communication within organizations.

    Furthermore, you will gain practical experience in assembling and disassembling multiple computer parts, honing your skills in computer hardware. The in-depth CompTIA A+ training enables you to become proficient in building and maintaining computer systems, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

    Upon successful completion of the lessons and exercises in this bundled CompTIA A+ certification program, you will be well-prepared to take CompTIA's A+ certification exams. You will receive an exam voucher for each certification exam, which covers the cost to sit for the certifying exams upon eligibility.

 

CompTIA Certification Training: A+, Network+, Security+ (Vouchers Included) Offered in partnership with ed2go
  • Fee: $4,395.00
    Hours: 395

    You can become a certified CompTIA professional and take your career to the next level with our A+, Network+, Security+ certification course which aligns with the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams. Gain marketable and in-demand IT skills to begin or advance your career.

    This vendor-neutral, bundled CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification training provides you with a thorough overview of the basic concepts around multiple operating systems. It enables you to efficiently maintain, troubleshoot, and adapt to different technology platforms. The A+ certification portion of the course covers network fundamentals, including networking concepts, protocols, and troubleshooting techniques. This knowledge will enable you to effectively manage network infrastructure, enhance connectivity, and contribute to efficient organizational communication.

    In the Network+ portion of this bundled A+, Network+, Security+ certification program, learn the fundamental building blocks that form a modern network, such as hardware, topologies, and protocols, along with an introduction to the OSI model. You will master important concepts in contemporary networking, including TCP/IP, Ethernet, wireless transmission, virtual networks, cloud computing, segmentation, security, performance optimization, and troubleshooting. You will also gain the skills to build a network from scratch and maintain, upgrade, troubleshoot, and manage an existing network.

    Next, the Security+ portion of the course covers the essential knowledge and skills required to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks in modern IT environments. As the final section in the A+, Network+, Security+ bundle, it provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts and best practices in cybersecurity, including the latest trends and emerging threats. The Security+ credential is a widely recognized and well-respected certification in the IT industry that will validate your skills and knowledge in the field of cybersecurity. This vendor-neutral certification course covers a broad range of security topics, including threat management, identity management, access control, cryptography, and network security.

    Upon successful completion of the lessons and exercises in this bundled CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ IT certification training, you will be well-prepared to take the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams. You will receive an exam voucher for each certification exam, which covers the cost to sit for the certifying exams upon eligibility.

 

Pharmacy Technician (Voucher Included) Offered in partnership with ed2go
  • Fee: $3,495.00
    Hours: 400

    This online pharmacy technician certification course will prepare aspiring pharmacy technicians to effectively assist the pharmacist in the packing and distribution of medication. You will receive didactic and hands-on pharmacy technician training to develop the skills necessary for successful employment in the field.

    This pharmacy technician training program will empower you to pursue entry-level pharmacy tech positions by teaching you medical and pharmaceutical terminology, basic anatomy related to the pharmacology of medications, and pharmaceutical calculations. Through this pharmacy technician certification course, you will obtain hands-on practice in retail pharmacy procedures through an online lab module.

    You will learn what information is necessary to process prescriptions and physician orders and apply that knowledge to fill mock prescriptions. The curriculum in this pharmacy technician certification course also includes the ethics of pharmacy practice and education about prescription medications, patient care and interaction, and charges and reimbursement.

    Upon completion of this pharmacy technician training course, you will be prepared to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) offered by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). This course includes a voucher which covers the fee for the exam. As a part of completing your pharmacy tech course online, you will also have the option to perform a hands-on, 130-hour Clinical Experience. Clinical Experiences are based on individual state board requirements.

    You must ensure that this pharmacy technician certification course meets your state's requirements. For more information, visit your state's Board of Pharmacy site or view a map directly from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) website. You can also call the state board and ask for the current technician regulations.

    Please note: This pharmacy technician certification course does not meet state requirements for students intending to work in Florida, Ohio, North Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia. In addition, this course does not meet Canadian regulatory requirements and does not prepare students for the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC). It is designed for use within the U.S. healthcare system and may not align with licensure or certification standards in Canada.

    Disclaimer: Participation in a Clinical Experience is contingent upon successfully completing a background check and/or drug screening that is consistent with the requirements of both state and federal laws.

    To qualify for the clinical experience application process, students must successfully complete the online course and ensure their account balances are current (at a minimum). It is important to note that ed2go cannot guarantee placement at any clinical site, and students must take full responsibility for fulfilling their clinical requirements. However, our affiliated partnerships can increase the likelihood of finding a site that matches student needs. Students can begin researching the steps of the application process two weeks before completing courses.

    Students with prior knowledge can optionally test out of medical terminology by achieving a minimum score of 80%, replacing course content if desired. It is important to understand that this course feature only applies to the online Medical Terminology course.

    Funding Disclaimer: For Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funded students, please consult with your funding source representative before taking advantage of the Medical Terminology test-out feature. Different funding programs may have specific requirements and/or restrictions. If you attempt the test-out feature(s) in the Medical Terminology

 

Professional Bookkeeping with QuickBooks Online (Voucher Included) Offered in partnership with ed2go
  • Fee: $2,895.00
    Hours: 100

    Master QuickBooks Online to prepare for a rewarding career in the bookkeeping field. You will learn basic bookkeeping and accounting principles, including the types of accounting information you, the business owner, manager, bookkeeper, or accountant, need to monitor. You'll then put all those principles into practice using QuickBooks Online to enter and track your finances with ease. With this online version, you get all the advantages of computing in the cloud so that your files will be available to you virtually anytime, anywhere.

    This course will give you hands-on experience using QuickBooks Online to manage your business' finances—from recording income and expenses to entering checks and bank transfers to setting up a chart of accounts. You'll see how to reconcile your checking account and manage credit card and loan payments; create and print invoices, receipts, and statements; track your payables, inventory, and receivables; create estimates; generate reports; and much more. Once you complete this course, you will understand how to get your finances in order and be prepared for the QuickBooks Certified User Exam.

    This course offers enrollment with or without a voucher. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the QuickBooks Certified User Exam upon eligibility. Proctor fees may apply, which are not included.

 

Professional Bookkeeping with QuickBooks Online with Payroll Practice and Management (Voucher Included) Offered in partnership with ed2go
  • Fee: $4,095.00
    Hours: 200

    This online professional bookkeeping course bundle covers all the essential areas of bookkeeping and payroll management. The key to overseeing a company's finances is knowing how to balance books, track finances, and administer pay—which this online bookkeeping and payroll course will help you understand. These responsibilities often fall to one professional who is well-versed in both disciplines for many small businesses today.

    You will first learn how to utilize QuickBooks Online for everyday bookkeeping situations, such as running general ledger reports, working with the chart of accounts, and managing inventory. Next, your online bookkeeping and payroll course will put all those principles into practice, entering and tracking your finances while having all the advantages of computing in the cloud so that your files will be available to you virtually anytime, anywhere.

    The professional bookkeeping training helps you learn the principles of payroll management. Payroll practice and management provides a foundation for classifying workers, calculating overtime pay, and overseeing payroll functions. There is more to payroll than calculating gross wages, though—you will also learn to manage year-end forms, which rely on your bookkeeping skills.

    Once you complete this payroll and bookkeeping certification course, you will understand how to manage your finances and be prepared for the QuickBooks Certified User (QBCU) exam. You will also be ready to pass the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) exam offered by the PayrollOrg.

    This payroll and bookkeeping certification course offers enrollment with or without a voucher. The voucher covers the cost to sit for the QBCU certification exam upon eligibility. A voucher for the FPC exam is not included.

 

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