Course Outline
Module 1: Fundamentals of SEO
- Introduction to Online Search
- Introduction to SEO
- Understanding SERPs
- Impact of SEO on Your Business
Module 2: Keywords – The Core Element of SEO
- Introduction to Keywords
- Keyword Research and Analysis
- Tools for Analyzing Keywords
- Tools for Keyword Discovery
- 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: Mastering Technical SEO
- Language Interpretation by Search Engines
- How Search Engines Index Content
- Duplicate Content and Collisions
- Server-Side Factors
- Google Webmaster Tools
Module 5: Content Strategy
- Understanding Content Strategy
- Defining Your Audience, Topics, Angle, and Style
- Content Strategy Tools – Editorial Calendar
- Promoting Content via Social Media
Module 6: Link Building – Another Crucial SEO Element
- 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
- Understanding E-commerce and E-commerce Sites
- Technical Components of E-commerce Sites
- E-commerce Site Structure
- E-commerce Site Content
- Maximizing Link Building and Social Media Sharing for E-commerce
Module 9: SEO for Local Search
- Local Search and Its Elements
- What is Local Search
- Google+ Local Pages
- 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 Competitive 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.