About the course
This one day introductory SEO Essentials Course covers the core concepts and techniques used when optimising a website. Project scoping, identifying ranking factors, researching and applying keywords, SEO copy writing, optimising for local business and integrating social media for SEO are just some of the topics covered.
Training is hands-on and personalised where participants are encouraged to complete exercises focused on their website. We can provide a sample website during the course if you do not currently have one.
Who should do this course?
This SEO course is designed for anyone wanting to generate more search traffic and leads. Participants wishing to improve the performance of an existing site or maintain an already optimised website will find this course of value.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. However, students should have a general understanding of personal computers. Note: Basic HTML and website concepts will be explained as relevant to SEO during training.
Course Dates
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Sydney Class Dates
Book NowLevel 11, 32 Walker Street, North Sydney , NSW 2060
12 Oct 18 Fri 06 Dec 18 Thu 07 Feb 19 Thu 14 Mar 19 Thu 02 May 19 Thu 13 Jun 19 Thu -
Melbourne Class Dates
Book NowLevel 12, 379 Collins Street, Melbourne , VIC 3000
19 Oct 18 Fri 26 Nov 18 Mon 09 Jan 19 Wed 21 Feb 19 Thu 03 Apr 19 Wed 13 May 19 Mon 27 Jun 19 Thu -
Brisbane Class Dates
Book NowLevel 6, 371 Queen Street, Brisbane , QLD 4000
08 Oct 18 Mon 29 Nov 18 Thu 31 Jan 19 Thu 28 Mar 19 Thu 23 May 19 Thu
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Canberra Class Dates
Level 2, 10 Moore Street, Canberra , ACT 2601
Classes scheduled on demand in CanberraPlease Join our waitlist and we'll notify you when a new class is scheduled or contact us to disucss your training needs.
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Adelaide Class Dates
19 Young Street, Adelaide , SA 5000
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Perth Class Dates
Level 1, 140 St Georges Terrace, Perth , WA 6000
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Unit 1: About Search Engines
- Examine Search Engine Market Share
- Learn how Search Engines Index Pages
- Learn how Search Engines Rank Pages
- Examine Positive Ranking Criteria
- Examine Negative Ranking Criteria
- Introducing the Pay Per Click Model
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Unit 2: Requirements Gathering and Reporting
- Scope and Assess a Project and Market
- Scope and Assess Client Requirements
- Conduct an SEO Site Assessment
- Use SEO Analysis Tools
- Analyse Competitor’s Websites
- Assess Website Accessibility
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Unit 3: Successful Keyword Integration
- The Value of Keywords in 2017
- Examine the Keyword Research Process
- Refine Keyword Selection
- Keyword Integration for Best Results
- Avoiding Keyword Stuffing
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Unit 4: Optimise HEAD Tags
- Understanding the TITLE Tag
- Understanding the META Description Tag
- Optimise the TITLE Tag
- Writing Click Worthy TITLEs
- Optimise the META Description Tag
- Writing Enticing META Descriptions
- Avoiding Negative Head Tags
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Unit 5: SEO Copy Writing
- Search Engine Content Preferences
- Successfully Integrate Keywords
- Use HTML to Weight Keywords
- Engaging with Website Visitors
- Creating Relevant Natural Content
- Create Conversions with ‘Calls to Action’
- Create Pathways to Conversions
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Unit 6: Non Text Content
- Define Images with ALT Tags
- Using Descriptions for Complex Images
- Defining Images by Content Proximity
- Using images to Focus User Attention
- Defining Video and Multimedia
- Creating Accessible Search Friendly Content
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Unit 7: Avoiding Search Spam
- Defining Search Engine Spam
- Identify What to Avoid
- Search Engine Penalties for Spamming
- “Black Hat” v “White Hat” SEO
- Identify SEO Standards and Guidelines
- Building Visitor and Search Friendly Sites
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Unit 8: Search Engine and Directory Submission
- Pre-launch Checklist
- Getting Listed by Search Engines
- Rules for Submitting to Directories
- Choosing High Quality Directories
- Successfully Submitting to Directories
- Identify Directories to Avoid
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Unit 9: Regional and Local Optimisation
- Choosing a Top Level Domain
- Choosing a Hosting Location
- On Page Considerations
- Using Google My Business
- Tips for a Successful My Business Listing
- The Value of Online Reviews
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Unit 10: Using Social Media for SEO
- Introducing Social Media for SEO
- Social Platform Market Share in Australia
- Identify the Best Platforms for Your Business
- Enabling Content Sharing for Increased Traffic
- Using social Media for Trust and Brand Building
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Training Packages
Web Design Package - Level 1
- Introduction to HTML (1 day)
- Website Design Using CSS (2 days)
- WordPress Essentials (2 days)
- Advanced WordPress (2 days)
- SEO Essentials (1 day)
- SEO Advanced (1 day)
$ 3267 incl GST
(You save $1188)
Duration
9 days
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