Specializing in Training for...
Adobe, Quark, Microsoft, FileMaker, and other software.
EXPERIENCE
With over 28 years of publishing experience and over 20 years of successful training history, IDEAS can bring a wealth of knowledge to your desktop that cannot be duplicated by other training companies.
Simply knowing how to run a software program is not enough; one must know how to effectively USE it in a professional environment. Training from IDEAS goes beyond merely showing you what buttons to push. We teach the most effective use of publishing programs, including the plug-ins and extensions that help you design and produce with greater ease and efficiency.
Even if you never operated a computer or never used publishing software before, IDEAS can help you get “up and running” in less time than other classroom training programs.
CONVENIENT & FLEXIBLE
IDEAS is located in Southern California, convenient to many small and large businesses, government offices, and three major airports. We also provide consultation and training on-site and e-Learning nationwide, so that your team can use computers in the environment with which you are familiar. This is an important distinction between IDEAS and other companies. We offer convenient and flexible arrangements that maximize results with your busy schedule.
COST EFFECTIVE & PROVEN RESULTS
IDEAS’ training is affordable and very productive. We are a small business and know how to maximize valuable time. Increasing your technical skills increases the bottom line. In any economy, you will receive the benefits of results-oriented, value-added, certified education when you choose IDEAS
Creating and producing your marketing and technical projects, web, or publishing/print media requires the use of a MINIMUM of three software programs to encompass all of your main concerns (more, if you include software extensions, plug-ins, and utilities). Generally, classroom courses from other companies are divided into three levels: basic, intermediate, and advanced that run over 2-4 days EACH — so you may end up paying for a lot of classes (and, many days of valuable time away from your office) in order to begin to compare with our comprehensive training and follow-up support. Furthermore, competitors usually do not delve into ANY information about specialized software, typography, graphics, production, prepress, or printing geared to your particular needs.
At IDEAS we deliver custom results — for YOU. We specialize in custom training on page layout (including transitioning from previous versions or different layout software), graphic art, image creation/manipulation, web creation and editing, video editing, technical documentation, databases, and project management. IDEAS also trains in the use of operating systems, utilities, fonts, Mac/Windows file conversion, custom templates (with typographic styles and master-format pages), 4/C film-output options, print and web design, and more.
ON-SITE, CUSTOMIZED TRAINING
Have you ever had to take a standardized class to learn a program, and then felt that you got less out of it for the TIME you invested? Perhaps you had to wait through a lot of extraneous information to get to your specific interests. Maybe you were required to spend precious time covering areas that you would have considered "too basic" for your situation. Did the instructor practically read from a book? There are alot of options out there for training. IDEAS knows this — and through years of experience, provides the distinction of offering CUSTOMIZED education. Our training is focused on the critical areas that concern YOU. We prepare for your particular sessions from YOUR specific input. Small group sessions or one-on-one training is delivered to make the best use of YOUR valuable time.
IDEAS' training encompasses subject matter for complete beginners (there is no such thing as a stupid question), all the way through advanced software uses for seasoned professionals. Are you looking for a "refresher" course? Can you only spare a few hours and can't afford to leave the office? Are you using (or are you planning on getting) new versions of existing software? Are you translating files from one software package to another? Have you switched platforms? IDEAS can help you through these (and many other) scenarios with succinct answers to your specific questions.
HANDS-ON CLASSROOM TRAINING
IDEAS delivers focused, hands-on, classroom training in professional, fully-equipped training facilities with custom or standard content — your choice.
STANDARDIZED CLASSROOM TRAINING
If you (and your colleagues) need to get out of the office for training, we would be happy to arrange customized classroom training for you with a minimum of two people. For groups and conferences, lecture-based seminars can be arranged.
CUSTOM CLASS TRAINING
If you wish training that focuses completely on your production issues or customized, advanced training — please inquire about our custom-classroom or on-site training.
