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Universal Class™ offers over 50 courses for craftsters, hobbyists or for someone wanting to explore their creative talent. Online courses are an excellent way for just about anyone wanting to learn something new. In this category we offer courses for a wide range of interests--from drawing to scrapbooking. Also featured are courses about setting up a craft or antique business, how to make soap, and how to design beautiful landscapes.

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Cake Decorating 101

Have you ever had a greasy puddle of icing on your cake plate? By the end of Cake Decorating 101, you'll be assured this will never happen to one of your cakes. Cake decorating is not just buttercream anymore. It is the final packaging everyone see...

$75.00
1.4 CEUs 14h
Soap Making 101

Learn how to make your own soap in our self-paced online course. If you've always wanted to try different soap-making recipes, create your own signature items for personal use, for gifts or for profit, or just learn about what goes into making a ...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Candle Making 101

Candle making is a craft as old as civilization itself, yet after so many millennia and technological advances, we still love the light, warmth, and beauty of a lit candle. Whether a seasoned artisan or a budding enthusiast, this course offers somet...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Floral Arrangement 101

Floral arranging is much more than simply putting a bunch of flowers into a vase and filling it with water. Learning the basics of floral arranging will help you put together a simple vase of flowers so that it looks elegant, professional and class...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Acrylic Painting 101

Welcome to the world of acrylic painting, an art world full of versatility and bright, bold colors. Because acrylics are water based, it offers opacity (meaning you can paint right over your mistakes) that makes this medium especially appealing to b...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Western Calligraphy

Western calligraphy is a great personal hobby. Calligraphy gives you the capability to personalize many items and gifts. This Western Calligraphy course teaches you how to create beautiful calligraphy--even if you have no artistic experience. ...

$75.00
1.5 CEUs 15h

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Acrylic Painting 101

Welcome to the world of acrylic painting, an art world full of versatility and bright, bold colors. Because acrylics are water based, it offers opacity (meaning you can paint right over your mistakes) that makes this medium especially appealing to b...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Adobe Photoshop 101

This course will teach you everything you need to know to make full use of the world's most popular graphics editing program -- Adobe Photoshop. Adobe Photoshop is a complex graphics and image editing software and paint program. It has become a main...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Advanced Dog Training

Advanced Training for Man's Best Friend Going Beyond the Basics of Dog Training Going beyond the basics of sit, come and stay, advanced dog training includes understanding your dog in dog terms. By knowing the traits of your dog's breed and tak...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Anti Aging Techniques

Perceptions about aging are changing. Today, people are living longer, happier, and healthier lives. Medical technology and care has increased lifespan by years and sometimes even decades. A growing number of individuals are taking an active part in...

$75.00
0.5 CEUs 5h
Aromatherapy 101

Have you always wanted to learn the secrets of how to blend ingredients and make your own bath and massage oils, or hand and face lotions, or room refreshers and potpourri? Then this is the class for you! This is a self-paced beginner's course...

$75.00
0.9 CEUs 9h
Babysitting 101

This course is designed to provide beginning babysitters with advice and tips for caring for kids of all ages. Parents want their children to have the best babysitter they could find. This course is written to allow a first time babysitting to know ...

$75.00
0.3 CEUs 3h
Become a Life Coach - Course Bundle

Life Coaching: Coaching has long been an accepted method of improving performance, specifically in sports. The excellent results shown in the sports arena have been expanded to those in executive positions in business. For the last fifteen to twe...

$145.00
5.4 CEUs 54h
Bread Baking 101

Bread baking can seem daunting, but with this easy-to-follow course guide, you will be able to uncover the mysteries of bread baking without any of the fear. You will learn the proper utensils and instruments necessary for each task, what ingredient...

$70.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Buying and Selling Antiques and Collectibles

How to Buy and Sell Antiques and Collectibles offers a highly successful approach to acquiring and selling antiques and collectibles for both fun and profit. This course incorporates many strategies of acquiring and selling desirable objects and pie...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Cake Decorating 101

Have you ever had a greasy puddle of icing on your cake plate? By the end of Cake Decorating 101, you'll be assured this will never happen to one of your cakes. Cake decorating is not just buttercream anymore. It is the final packaging everyone see...

$75.00
1.4 CEUs 14h
Candle Making 101

Candle making is a craft as old as civilization itself, yet after so many millennia and technological advances, we still love the light, warmth, and beauty of a lit candle. Whether a seasoned artisan or a budding enthusiast, this course offers somet...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Chakras 101

Just what is a chakra? You may have heard the term in a yoga class or seen a chakra massage on your local spa's menu of services, but where did the idea of chakras originate and what associations can be found between chakras and our feelings of heal...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Cooking and Baking 101

Cooking and baking are the kinds of activities that most people assume are second nature. After all, we're humans, and our most basic need is to supply ourselves with nutrition. Logically, we should just be able to get in the kitchen and make someth...

$75.00
1.1 CEUs 11h
Cooking Class Bundle: 5 Cooking Courses

Cooking and Baking 101: Cooking and baking are the kinds of activities that most people assume are second nature. After all, we're humans, and our most basic need is to supply ourselves with nutrition. Logically, we should just be able to get in ...

$120.00
2.5 CEUs 25h
Couponing 101

Every day consumers are faced with rising prices across the board from groceries to gasoline. In this difficult economy, it has become more important than ever to save money wherever possible. Because of this need, couponing has become increasingly ...

$75.00
0.3 CEUs 3h
Creative Writing Workshop

Do you dream of writing poetry, short stories, or novels? Have you ever watched a movie or a play and felt the desire to write a script of your own? Or have you already done some writing but want to find ways to bring more creativity, more originali...

$90.00
1.4 CEUs 14h
Digital Photography 101

You just bought your first digital camera and don't know the ins and outs of all those buttons. If that isn't daunting enough, the user's manual is pages thick and intimidating. Well, you've come to the right place. Owning a great digital camera is...

$95.00
1.7 CEUs 17h
Dog Grooming 101

For many of us, our dogs are considered beloved members of our family. They are constantly by our side and we know we can count on them even when it seems as though everyone else has abandoned us. It is not surprising then that when it comes to ...

$75.00
1.2 CEUs 12h
Dog Training All-In-One Course Bundle

In this course bundle, we'll dive into the world of dog training, first by starting off with a bit of dog training history and breed recognition, which will offer insight to breeds' intelligence. You'll not only learn basic dog training guides, but...

$95.00
2.8 CEUs 28h
Dream Interpretation 101

Dream Interpretation A dream that is not interpreted is like a letter that has not been opened. ( The Talmud) Across cultures and over the ages -- since the beginning of history -- dreams and their interpretation have both intrigued an...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Electronics 101

Perhaps nothing is more representative of modern technological culture than electronic devices. But how do these often mysterious black boxes really work? This course presents an overview of the fundamentals of electric/electronic circuit analysis, ...

$90.00
1.9 CEUs 19h
Etiquette 101

Etiquette 101 is an overview of today's etiquette rules, updated for today's fast-paced lifestyles and ever-changing codes of conduct for work and leisure. The role of etiquette has changed over the years. At one time, it served as an indicator of e...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Event Management Course Bundle

Event Planning 101: Event planning is one of the hottest new fields available to people from all walks of life today. Although some event planners may possess a college degree in business or a related field of study, a college degree is not requ...

$145.00
4.8 CEUs 48h
Event Planning 101

Event planning is one of the hottest new fields available to people from all walks of life today. Although some event planners may possess a college degree in business or a related field of study, a college degree is not required to be an event pla...

$95.00
0.9 CEUs 9h
Face Painting 101

Face painting, simply defined, is the act of applying cosmetic paint to a person's face for entertainment, theatrical, or even symbolic reasons. We see examples of face painting at Halloween or at school carnivals and other charity functions where...

$95.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Fashion Design 101: An Introduction

Fashion Design 101 explains the qualities and skills necessary to become a fashion designer. You'll learn about the many related career opportunities available besides that of fashion design and gain an inside look into today's fashion business. A ...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Feng Shui 101

Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese art that is designed to help you improve your life personally and professionally. The Chinese believe that your environment has a large effect on you mentally and your physical well-being. When you are unbalanced ...

$80.00
1.4 CEUs 14h
Floral Arrangement 101

Floral arranging is much more than simply putting a bunch of flowers into a vase and filling it with water. Learning the basics of floral arranging will help you put together a simple vase of flowers so that it looks elegant, professional and class...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Genealogy 101

Genealogy is one of the fastest growing hobbies in the United States. According to some experts, nearly 75% of Americans are interested in discovering their family history. There are many reasons for this: some people are interested in learning more...

$75.00
0.9 CEUs 9h
Geology 101

Geology is the study of the world around us and the way it was formed. The study expands beyond the earth and includes the building blocks of the whole universe. Without the study of geology, it would have been very difficult to build the modern wor...

$75.00
1.2 CEUs 12h
Haunted Places

Welcome to a study of the unusual, the eerie and the unexplained. It's widely believed that there are forces acting upon us every day from the spirit world--forces we could learn to use to our advantage, if only we knew how to interact effectively w...

$75.00
0.6 CEUs 6h
Housekeeping 101

Keeping a clean house seems like such a daunting exercise for many people, but it need not be. Arming yourself with the right knowledge and the right tools will make cleaning easy and efficient. In this course, we offer a comprehensive view of how t...

$75.00
0.6 CEUs 6h
How to Bake Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies, peanut butter cookies, sugar cookies, and gingerbread men. Every person has their favorite variety but most people have a special place in their heart for cookies and the memories they carry with them. Some remember their gra...

$75.00
0.4 CEUs 4h
How to Can, Freeze, Dry and Preserve Food

This course is filled with everything you need to know to get started in canning and preserving your own foods. By the time you finish this course you will be well on your way to making and storing foods like you have thought about for so long! In ...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
How to Decorate a Room

From the basics to specific styles, How to Decorate a Room covers a full spectrum of decorating fundamentals and practical advice. Design basics like choosing color palettes, dealing with lighting options, and determining a floor plan are made easie...

$75.00
0.9 CEUs 9h
How To Draw 101

This course is designed for beginner artists who have an interest in learning how to draw or sketch -- or simply want to improve their skills. It covers the tools you'll need to draw and also provide plenty of exercises to practice drawing using dif...

$95.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
How to eBay

Welcome to this course on eBay: How to Buy and How to Sell on eBay. Whether you're looking for an antique or the latest in electronic gadgets, eBay is one of the most likely online resources for you to find what you're looking for. eBay can also be ...

$75.00
0.5 CEUs 5h
How to Start a Craft Business

Congratulations on considering opening your own craft business! This course offers an introduction to business and guidelines that will help you create a successful and sustainable crafting business. In this course, you'll learn what to expect, how ...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
How to Write Short Stories for Children

Do you long to write but feel like you're too busy? Writing for children can be the answer. Children's stories are generally far shorter and simpler than stories for adults. You can draft an 800 word children's story during a couple of lunch hours o...

$90.00
1.1 CEUs 11h
Interior Decorating Made Easy

Have you always wanted to learn the basic decorating principles and techniques without having to attend an interior design school? Interior Decorating Made Easy will give you a quick and easy overview of the design process. You'll learn the princ...

$75.00
0.8 CEUs 8h
Interior Design 101

Interior design is an exciting profession that not only requires designers to be able to think creatively, but also to problem-solve. Interior designers are responsible for creating an environment for a structure, which may include a single-family h...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Introduction to Gardening

Does spring weather make you wish to get your hands dirty in the garden? Is your neighbor's garden the envy of your eye? Have you always wanted to start a garden but just were not sure how to start? The easiest way make this decision is to take a cl...

$75.00
1.1 CEUs 11h
Introduction to Music Appreciation

Music shapes and is shaped by our lives. Learn and appreciate the history of music. A well-rounded study of music appreciation begins with basic elements of music. Knowing the basic elements of music will aid any music listener in developing a wor...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Italian Cooking 101

How often have you eaten out at an Italian restaurant and wished you could re-create those same fantastic meals at home? This course will teach you just that--how to cook great Italian appetizers, entrées and desserts in your own kitchen. With...

$75.00
0.3 CEUs 3h
Journaling and Memoir Writing

It doesn't matter if you're a famous politician, suburban homemaker or someone in between, the fact of the matter is that everyone has a personal story worth telling. Whether you want to honor someone who's made a difference in your life, heal old w...

$90.00
1.1 CEUs 11h
Kinesics 101 - Learn to Read Body Language

Reading Body Language, Using it to Your Advantage H aving the ability to read body language can go a long way in helping you throughout your life. You can learn to understand the cues, or signs, that people show when they tell a lie, or when the...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Knitting 101

This course is designed to teach beginners the basics of knitting but it is also useful to those knitters that might need a refresher class. Whether you have just a little or no knowledge of knitting – this course is for you. Eleven lessons pr...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Landlord 101: Managing Rental Properties

Have you ever wanted to be a landlord? This multi-faceted career can be challenging and rewarding both personally and financially. Our course provides a broad yet detailed examination of the many areas that a property manager must blend together to ...

$95.00
1.1 CEUs 11h
Landscaping 101

The enjoyment of a beautiful landscape is one of the great pleasures of home ownership. However, actually realizing your landscaping visions can be stressful Frequently you have a bare dirt and poor grass yard or an all grass yard and you just don...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Lifetime Wellness 101

Health is defined as an optimal state of physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual well being. The same explanation applies to wellness. It's like that old saying You don't have anything if you don't have your health. Our birth certifi...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Mystery Writing

This course is perfect for those who have an interest in either Creative Writing or the Mystery Genre . If you love to write and want to move into this popular genre, or you love to read a great mystery and have often thought you could do it, this ...

$90.00
1.2 CEUs 12h
Nonfiction Writing 101

The famous Ayn Rand once wrote, Like every human activity, [writing] requires practice and knowledge. But there is nothing mystical about it. Any person who can speak English grammatically can learn to write nonfiction. This is as true today as when...

$90.00
1.2 CEUs 12h
Party Planning 101

Looking for a way to throw a party on a tight budget? Easy crafting and good old creativity can balance the budget and still bring joy to all the little party guests. In the party planning business, there is no right or wrong, only a desire to make ...

$75.00
0.9 CEUs 9h
Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Business 101

This is a guide to the ins and outs of starting and maintaining a successful pet sitting and pet walking service. Pet sitting and pet walking businesses were almost unheard of a generation ago, but today they are in every major city and most towns....

$90.00
0.8 CEUs 8h
Photography 101: Beginner to Intermediate

Have you ever seen those old black and white (or brown and white) pictures of pioneers? No one smiled, the women always wore gloves, and the children's faces were smudgy. In those days, the cameras required a longer period of time to capture the ima...

$95.00
1.7 CEUs 17h
Pie Baking 101

Treat family and friends to a precious childhood memory by serving a mouth watering just-out-of-the-oven baked homemade pie. The step-by-step instructions presented in this course are easy to follow and understand. Beginning with a brief history ...

$75.00
0.6 CEUs 6h
Poetry Writing 101

This poetry course is created for the lover of poetry who wants to learn how to appreciate the art even more. It is also for student poets who want to improve their craft. This course is thorough in teaching all students everything they need to kno...

$90.00
1.7 CEUs 17h
Romance Writing

Writing a romance novel is the dream of many people all over the world. It's no wonder: as the most popular fiction genre in the United States for the past three decades, there are more opportunities in romantic fiction than ever before. What's ...

$90.00
1.2 CEUs 12h
Sewing 101

What do you enjoy about clothing? The colors? The design? The fit? What is the most difficult part about finding clothing that falls into all three of these categories? Right, the fit. Every human being has a body shape that is just a little bit di...

$95.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Soap Making 101

Learn how to make your own soap in our self-paced online course. If you've always wanted to try different soap-making recipes, create your own signature items for personal use, for gifts or for profit, or just learn about what goes into making a ...

$75.00
0.7 CEUs 7h
Spanish Cooking 101

Spanish cookery reflects the Spanish lifestyle; laid back, relaxed cooking that uses fresh beautiful ingredients that are available seasonally and prepared by cooks that are intuitive and resourceful. This course comprises 12 lessons that take you ...

$75.00
0.3 CEUs 3h
Special Events Planning

Think back to the last time you went to a convention, a wedding, or an off-site business meeting. Everything you saw--from the sign-up posts, to the table decorations, to the folders you've been handed--had to be created by someone. That someone w...

$95.00
1.1 CEUs 11h
Tea Parties 101

The simple words tea party can conjure a variety of different mental images: Alice in Wonderland, Teddy Bear Tea, a bunch of older women in floral dresses wearing gloves…each person probably has a different idea of what a tea party is, which i...

$75.00
0.3 CEUs 3h
Tex Mex Cooking 101

Tex Mex Cuisine 101 is a course for those who want to learn more about the Tex Mex phenomenon. Often when we consider Mexican food, it is actually Tex Mex we are thinking of. Tex Mex is a blend of cuisine from Mexico and the Southern States, especia...

$75.00
0.8 CEUs 8h
Therapeutic Bathing

Therapeutic Bathing Turn your hygiene rituals into a therapeutic health treatment with a variety of products and techniques No curriculum in natural or alternative healthcare, herbal medicine, homeopathy or holistic healing is complete without...

$75.00
0.3 CEUs 3h
Traditional Scrapbooking 101

More people every year are discovering the joy of scrapbooking to capture memories and create unique family and friend albums to keep and share. In this comprehensive course, the beginner scrapbooker will learn how to start his/her scrapbooking hobb...

$75.00
1.5 CEUs 15h
Travel Writing 101

Travel writing is a fun, interesting and fulfilling career. If your goal is to become a full-time travel writer who is able to live off your income from writing alone, it is important to understand that travel writing, like any other career, require...

$90.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Watercolor Painting 101

In this course you will learn the basics of one of the most enduring art forms in our culture: watercolor painting. It is the easiest way of expressing yourself through art and has a long history of teaching great painters their first lessons in sub...

$75.00
1.0 CEUs 10h
Wedding Crafts and Projects

Make the wedding day an even more memorable occasion for the bride, the groom and guests by handcrafting all or parts of the bridal event. Wedding crafts are such a fun, creative and unique way to personalize a wedding and also to involve friends an...

$75.00
0.6 CEUs 6h
Wedding Planning 101

You won't find a more comprehensive of a wedding course online that isn't offered by a bridal association! This eleven-lesson course teaches you all that you need to know to become a well paid, successful wedding planner--starting the day after yo...

$95.00
1.2 CEUs 12h

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