Course Outline
Module 1: Foundations of SEO
- Introduction to Online Search
- Introduction to SEO
- Understanding SERPs
- Impact of SEO on Business
Module 2: Keywords: The Crucial Component of SEO
- Introduction to Keywords
- Keyword Research and Analysis
- Tools for Keyword Analysis
- Tools for Keyword Search
- Keyword Distribution
Module 3: Content Optimization
- Understanding Content Optimization
- Optimizing Site Structure
- Types of Content
- Optimizing Textual and Non-Textual Page Elements
- User-Generated Content
Module 4: Understanding Technical SEO
- Search Engine Language Mechanics
- How Search Engines Index Content
- Duplicate Content and Canonicalization
- Server-Side Factors
- Google Webmaster Tools
Module 5: Content Strategy
- Understanding Content Strategy
- Defining Audience, Topics, Angles, and Style
- Content Strategy Tools: Editorial Calendar
- Promoting Content via Social Media
Module 6: Link Building: Another Critical SEO Element
- The Importance of Links
- Types of Links
- Link Building Opportunities
- Link Building Strategies
- Anchor Text
Module 7: Measuring SEO Effectiveness
- Measuring SEO Effectiveness
- SEO and Social Sharing
- Social Crawlytics
Module 8: SEO for Ecommerce
- Definition of Ecommerce and Ecommerce Sites
- Technical Components of Ecommerce Sites
- Ecommerce Site Structure
- Ecommerce Site Content
- Maximizing Link Building and Social Media Sharing for Ecommerce
Module 9: SEO for Local Search
- Local Search and Its Elements
- Understanding Local Search
- Google+ Local Page
- Creating a Google+ Local Business Page
Module 10: Essential Tools for SEO
- SEO Tools for Page Rank
- SEO Tools for Link Tracking and Analysis
- Keyword Tools
- SEO Tools for Content Analysis
- SEO Tools for Competitor Analysis
- Traffic Analysis Tools
- Trend Analysis Tools
Module 11: The Past, Present, and Future of SEO
- The History of SEO
- The Current State of SEO
- The Future of SEO
Testimonials (2)
Irma was attuned to us as learners and our business needs. It was clear that she was actively listening to us from the informed feedback she then provided.
Siobhan - Raintree
Course - Digital Marketing for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)
Found the entire two days of training very informative and educational, but the content covered on Day 2 (Social Media & Mobile Marketing, Analytics, as well as Strategy & Planning) was the most valuable to me as it relates directly to my current line of work.