Course Outline
Module 1: Fundamentals of SEO
- Introduction to Online Search
- Introduction to SEO
- Understanding SERPs
- The Impact of SEO on Your Business
Module 2: Keywords: The Crucial Element of SEO
- Introduction to Keywords
- Keyword Research & Analysis
- Tools for Keyword Analysis
- Tools for Keyword Discovery
- Keyword Distribution
Module 3: Content Optimization
- Understanding Content Optimization
- Optimizing Site Structure
- Types of Content
- Optimizing Textual & Non-Textual Page Elements
- User-Generated Content
Module 4: Understanding Technical SEO
- Search Engine Understanding Language
- How Search Engines Index Content
- Duplicate Content & Canonicalization
- Server-Side Factors
- Google Webmaster Tools
Module 5: Content Strategy
- Understanding Content Strategy
- Defining Audience, Topics, Angles & Style
- Content Strategy Tools - Editorial Calendar
- Promoting Content via Social Media
Module 6: Link Building: Another Key Element of SEO
- Understanding 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 Shares
- Social Crawlytics
Module 8: SEO for E-commerce
- What is E-commerce & E-commerce Sites
- Technical Components of E-commerce Sites
- E-commerce Site Structure
- E-commerce Site Content
- Maximizing Link Building & Social Media Sharing for E-commerce
Module 9: SEO for Local Search
- Local Search & Its Elements
- What is Local Search
- Google+ Local Page
- How to Create a Google+ Local Business Page
Module 10: Useful Tools for SEO
- SEO Tools for Page Rank
- SEO Tools for Link Tracking/Analysis
- Keyword Tools
- SEO Tools for Content Analysis
- SEO Tools for Analyzing Competition
- Traffic Analysis Tools
- Trend Analysis Tools
Module 11: The Past, Present & Future of SEO
- The Past of SEO
- The Present 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.