Declaración sobre la donación de más de 60.000 máscaras N95 a centros comunitarios que ofrecen servicios de salud física y mental a comunidades hispanas menos favorecidas

WASHINGTON, 6 de agosto de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — «Mientras seguimos viendo el aumento de casos de COVID-19 en las comunidades hispanas, agradecemos a <a target="_blank"…

WASHINGTON, 6 de agosto de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — «Mientras seguimos viendo el aumento de casos de COVID-19 en las comunidades hispanas, agradecemos a Committee of 100 (C100) por su generosa donación de más de 60.000 máscaras con respirador N95 con aprobación de la FDA a 15 de nuestras agencias miembro, que están brindando servicios de salud física y mental de primera línea durante el COVID-19. Hoy más que nunca tenemos que apoyarnos mutuamente», dijo la doctora Jane L. Delgado, presidenta y CEO de la National Alliance for Hispanic Health (Alianza Nacional para la Salud de los Hispanos, la Alianza).

Las tasas de COVID-19 son más de 3 veces mayores para los hispanos que para los blancos no hispanos, y la necesidad de equipos de protección personal (PPE por sus siglas en inglés) es crucial para aquellos que están brindando atención de primera línea a las comunidades afectadas. La necesidad de equipos de protección personal ha sido objeto de audiencias la semana pasada en el Comité de Finanzas del Senado, y forma parte de la Ley HEROES aprobada por la Cámara y la Ley HEAL que se está debatiendo en el Senado para abordar la pandemia de COVID-19 en curso.

«C100 se enorgullece de proveer el muy necesario equipo de protección personal a las agencias comunitarias de que proporcionan servicios de salud física y mental en las comunidades hispanas y de color, donde la gente está sufriendo el embate de la pandemia», dijo Zhengyu Huang, presidente de C100. «Agradecemos la sociedad con la Alianza para ayudar a las personas menos favorecidas y generar una alianza entre norteamericanos de origen hispano y chino».

«Todos nuestros trabajadores de la salud merecen los PPE que son necesarios para seguir brindando atención durante esta pandemia, y a la vez proteger su salud y la de sus colegas, sus familias y sus comunidades. Esta donación ayuda a los miembros de la Alianza a cumplir su misión, y ayuda a garantizar que no se propague ningún caso de COVID-19 simplemente porque un trabajador de la salud carece de una máscara de protección», concluyó la Dra. Delgado.

Nota a los editores: Las personas que necesiten servicios de salud relacionados con el COVID-19 o de otro tipo pueden llamar gratis a la línea de ayuda bilingüe (español e inglés) Su Familia al 1-866-783-2645 para ser referidos a servicios en su comunidad. También pueden visitar www.healthyamericas.org (inglés) o www.nuestrasalud.org (español) para recibir la información más reciente sobre el COVID-19.

 

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Declaración sobre la donación de más de 60.000 máscaras N95 a centros comunitarios que ofrecen servicios de salud física y mental a comunidades hispanas menos favorecidas

WASHINGTON, 6 de agosto de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — «Mientras seguimos viendo el aumento de casos de COVID-19 en las comunidades hispanas, agradecemos a 

WASHINGTON, 6 de agosto de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — «Mientras seguimos viendo el aumento de casos de COVID-19 en las comunidades hispanas, agradecemos a Committee of 100 (C100) por su generosa donación de más de 60.000 máscaras con respirador N95 con aprobación de la FDA a 15 de nuestras agencias miembro, que están brindando servicios de salud física y mental de primera línea durante el COVID-19. Hoy más que nunca tenemos que apoyarnos mutuamente», dijo la doctora Jane L. Delgado, presidenta y CEO de la National Alliance for Hispanic Health (Alianza Nacional para la Salud de los Hispanos, la Alianza).

Las tasas de COVID-19 son más de 3 veces mayores para los hispanos que para los blancos no hispanos, y la necesidad de equipos de protección personal (PPE por sus siglas en inglés) es crucial para aquellos que están brindando atención de primera línea a las comunidades afectadas. La necesidad de equipos de protección personal ha sido objeto de audiencias la semana pasada en el Comité de Finanzas del Senado, y forma parte de la Ley HEROES aprobada por la Cámara y la Ley HEAL que se está debatiendo en el Senado para abordar la pandemia de COVID-19 en curso.

«C100 se enorgullece de proveer el muy necesario equipo de protección personal a las agencias comunitarias de que proporcionan servicios de salud física y mental en las comunidades hispanas y de color, donde la gente está sufriendo el embate de la pandemia», dijo Zhengyu Huang, presidente de C100. «Agradecemos la sociedad con la Alianza para ayudar a las personas menos favorecidas y generar una alianza entre norteamericanos de origen hispano y chino».

«Todos nuestros trabajadores de la salud merecen los PPE que son necesarios para seguir brindando atención durante esta pandemia, y a la vez proteger su salud y la de sus colegas, sus familias y sus comunidades. Esta donación ayuda a los miembros de la Alianza a cumplir su misión, y ayuda a garantizar que no se propague ningún caso de COVID-19 simplemente porque un trabajador de la salud carece de una máscara de protección», concluyó la Dra. Delgado.

Nota a los editores: Las personas que necesiten servicios de salud relacionados con el COVID-19 o de otro tipo pueden llamar gratis a la línea de ayuda bilingüe (español e inglés) Su Familia al 1-866-783-2645 para ser referidos a servicios en su comunidad. También pueden visitar www.healthyamericas.org (inglés) o www.nuestrasalud.org (español) para recibir la información más reciente sobre el COVID-19.

 

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(ISC)2 Security Congress 2020 Registration Now Open

CLEARWATER, Fla., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — (ISC)2 has officially launched registration for its (ISC)2 Security Congress 2020. As previously announced, the 10th annual global cybersecurity conference will be held virtually from November 16-18, 2020….

CLEARWATER, Fla., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — (ISC)2 has officially launched registration for its (ISC)2 Security Congress 2020. As previously announced, the 10th annual global cybersecurity conference will be held virtually from November 16-18, 2020. (ISC)2 is offering heavily discounted Early Bird pricing to (ISC)2 members and associates of just $295 for an All-Access pass. Non-members will benefit with Early Bird pricing of $395. Registration for pre-conference training on November 14-15 is also available. 

What: Upwards of 40 sessions will provide actionable insights into a wide array of both technical and soft skills topics including Cloud Security, DevSecOps, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), Career Development, Privacy, workforce challenges and more. (ISC)2 members will also have the opportunity to earn as many as 45 continuing professional education (CPE) credits by attending live and on-demand sessions. The full agenda will be announced in the coming weeks.

When: Registration is now open. The Early Bird registration period will last until September 30, 2020 at 12:00am EDT.

Where: To register for the full conference and/or the two-day pre-conference training, please visit: securitycongress.brighttalk.live

About (ISC)²
(ISC)² is an international nonprofit membership association focused on inspiring a safe and secure cyber world. Best known for the acclaimed Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP®) certification, (ISC)² offers a portfolio of credentials that are part of a holistic, pragmatic approach to security. Our membership, more than 150,000 strong, is made up of certified cyber, information, software and infrastructure security professionals who are making a difference and helping to advance the industry. Our vision is supported by our commitment to educate and reach the general public through our charitable foundation – The Center for Cyber Safety and Education™. For more information on (ISC)², visit www.isc2.org, follow us on Twitter or connect with us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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cbdMD Celebrates the Third Anniversary of National CBD Day

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — cbdMD, Inc. (NYSE American: YCBD, YCBD PR A) (the «Company»), one of the leading, and most highly trusted and recognized cannabidiol (CBD) brands, is proud to celebrate the third anniversary of National CBD Day as its official founder. Established by cbdMD in 2018, CBD Day is observed annually on August 8 and is widely recognized and celebrated across the CBD industry.

Cannabidiol, more commonly known as CBD, is…

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — cbdMD, Inc. (NYSE American: YCBD, YCBD PR A) (the «Company»), one of the leading, and most highly trusted and recognized cannabidiol (CBD) brands, is proud to celebrate the third anniversary of National CBD Day as its official founder. Established by cbdMD in 2018, CBD Day is observed annually on August 8 and is widely recognized and celebrated across the CBD industry.

Cannabidiol, more commonly known as CBD, is by far one of the most studied and sought-after compounds of the 116-plus known cannabinoids derived from the hemp plant. Unlike THC, CBD is non-intoxicating and often regarded as the single most crucial cannabinoid ever discovered. Today, consumers turn to CBD for a wide range of wellness applications. With ongoing research and an increasing number of promising studies and testimonies from around the world, the list of CBD uses continues to grow, providing more and more hope to those looking to enhance their overall quality of life.

«CBD has quickly become an alternative option for those looking to support their healthy lifestyle, with a wide range of beneficial properties, including maintaining peak performance, expediting recovery from exercise, and supporting everyday wellness,» said Martin Sumichrast, Chairman & Co-CEO of cbdMD, Inc. «Since our company’s inception of National CBD Day three years ago, the CBD boon has only grown. Today, more and more consumers are choosing CBD for their health and wellness needs, and we look to build on that success going forward. National CBD Day reinforces cbdMD’s commitment to promoting consumer education and awareness of the holistic applications of CBD, and we look forward to celebrating National CBD Day for years to come.»

How should you celebrate National CBD Day? This August 8, cbdMD encourages the public to focus on CBD education and awareness – specifically, by exploring which CBD products are potential fits for their wellness needs, along with researching which companies offer full transparency and third-party testing.

National CBD Day, in conjunction with National Hemp Day (February 4), National Hemp Month (July), National CBD Month (January), and National Pet CBD Month (October), were all founded by cbdMD to bring awareness to the benefits that hemp-derived CBD offers. To learn more about cbdMD and their comprehensive line of U.S. grown, Non-THC[1] CBD oil products, please visit: http://www.cbdmd.com.

About cbdMD, Inc.
cbdMD, Inc. is a nationally recognized consumer cannabidiol (CBD) brand whose current products include CBD tinctures, CBD capsules, CBD gummies, CBD topicals, CBD bath bombs, and CBD pet products. cbdMD is also a proud partner of Bellator MMA and Life Time, Inc., and has one of the largest rosters of professional sports athletes who are part of «Team cbdMD.» To learn more about cbdMD and our comprehensive line of over 100 SKUs of U.S. produced, Non-THC[1] CBD products, please visit http://www.cbdMD.com, follow cbdMD on Instagram and Facebook, or visit one of the 6,000 retail outlets that carry cbdMD products.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements that are based upon current expectations and involve certain risks and uncertainties within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as »should,» »may,» »intends,» »anticipates,» »believes,» »estimates,» »projects,» »forecasts,» »expects,» »plans,» and »proposes.» These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors, some of which are beyond our control and difficult to predict and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements made with respect to the expansion of the consumer market for CBD products and our ability to increase our market share, our limited operating history, our ability to expand our business and significantly increase our revenues, our ability to effectively leverage our brand partnerships and sponsorships, our ability to effectively compete in our market, our ability to achieve our net sales guidance, and our ability to report profitable operations in the future. You are urged to carefully review and consider any cautionary statements and other disclosures, including the statements made under the heading «Risk Factors» in cbdMD, Inc.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2019 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the «SEC») and our other filings with the SEC. All forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, many of which are generally outside the control of cbdMD, Inc. and are difficult to predict. cbdMD, Inc. does not undertake any duty to update any forward-looking statements except as may be required by law. The information which appears on our websites and our social media platforms, including, but not limited to, Instagram and Facebook, is not part of this press release.

1 Non-THC is defined as below the level of detection using validated scientific analytical tools.

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cbdMD, Inc.
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cbdMD, Inc.
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Director of Investor Relations
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INVESTOR ALERT: Monteverde & Associates PC Announces an Investigation of Livongo Health, Inc. – LVGO

NEW YORK, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Juan Monteverde, founder and managing partner at

NEW YORK, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Juan Monteverde, founder and managing partner at Monteverde & Associates PC, a national securities firm headquartered at the Empire State Building in New York City, is investigating Livongo Health, Inc. («Livongo» or the «Company») (Nasdaq: LVGO) relating to its agreement to merge with Teladoc Health, Inc. Under the terms of the agreement, Livongo shareholders will receive $11.33 in cash and 0.592 shares of Teladoc stock for each share of Livongo stock owned.

The investigation focuses on whether Livongo Health, Inc. and its Board of Directors violated securities laws and/or breached their fiduciary duties to the Company by 1) failing to conduct a fair process and 2) whether and by how much this proposed transaction undervalues the Company.

Click here for more information: https://www.monteverdelaw.com/case/livongo-health-inc. It is free and there is no cost or obligation to you.

About Monteverde & Associates PC

We are a national class action securities litigation law firm that has recovered millions of dollars and is committed to protecting shareholders from corporate wrongdoing.  Our lawyers have significant experience litigating Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Class Actions. Mr. Monteverde is recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in Securities Litigation in 2013, 2017-2019, an award given to less than 2.5% of attorneys in a particular field.  He has also been selected by Martindale-Hubbell as a 2017-2019 Top Rated Lawyer.  Our firm’s recent successes include changing the law in a significant victory that lowered the standard of liability under Section 14(e) of the Exchange Act in the Ninth Circuit. Thereafter, our firm successfully preserved this victory by obtaining dismissal of a writ of certiorari as improvidently granted at the United States Supreme Court. Emulex Corp. v. Varjabedian, 139 S. Ct. 1407 (2019).  Also, in 2019 we recovered or secured six cash common funds for shareholders in mergers & acquisitions class action cases.

If you own stock in Livongo Health, Inc. and wish to obtain additional information and protect your investments free of charge, please visit our website or contact Juan E. Monteverde, Esq. either via e-mail at jmonteverde@monteverdelaw.com or by telephone at (212) 971-1341.

Contact:
Juan E. Monteverde, Esq.
MONTEVERDE & ASSOCIATES PC
The Empire State Building
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New York, NY 10118
United States of America
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Delta Dental of California Named Top Bay Area Corporate Philanthropist by San Francisco Business Times for the Third Year in A Row

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Delta Dental of California today announced it has been named number 25 of the top 100 corporate philanthropists in the San Francisco Bay Area by the San Francisco Business Times. This is the third consecutive year Delta Dental of California has been recognized for its support of Bay Area charities.

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Delta Dental of California today announced it has been named number 25 of the top 100 corporate philanthropists in the San Francisco Bay Area by the San Francisco Business Times. This is the third consecutive year Delta Dental of California has been recognized for its support of Bay Area charities.

«Recent events are a powerful reminder of how vital the services provided by local nonprofits are to the community,» said Mike Castro, President and CEO of Delta Dental of California. «Service is a core value of Delta Dental of California, and we are committed to supporting local organizations that care for the vulnerable and underserved.»

Delta Dental of California’s ranking on the list has risen each year from 49th in 2017, to 32nd in 2018, and now 25th for 2019.

The San Francisco Business Times corporate philanthropy list annually cites the Bay Area’s most generous corporate citizens. It highlights companies that made contributions to Bay Area-based charitable organizations in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, Santa Clara, Solano and Sonoma. In 2019, Delta Dental granted more than $10 million across the enterprise’s 15-state service area, the District of Columbia, including $2.55 million to Bay Area groups.

Most of Delta Dental of California’s funding for nonprofits comes via the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation, which seeks to build caring, resilient communities. The Foundation partners with organizations across its 15 state and D.C. service area that are working to increase access to care, promoting and advancing oral health education and providing other community support.

«The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation is proud to support our Bay Area partners working to ensure food security, health care and dignity to historically underserved populations in our backyard,» said Kenzie Ferguson, vice president for Foundation and corporate social responsibility for Delta Dental of California. «We strive to ensure our work has an impact and are grateful to be recognized by the San Francisco Business Times for our efforts to make a difference in our local community.»

About Delta Dental of California

Since 1955, Delta Dental of California has offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care coverage to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country.

The Delta Dental of California network includes its affiliates, Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, Delta Dental of New York, Inc., and provides dental benefits to more than 36 million people across 15 states and the District of Columbia. All are members of the Delta Dental Plans Association, based in Oak Brook, Illinois, the not-for-profit national association that collectively covers millions of people nationwide.

For more information about Delta Dental of California, please visit www.deltadentalins.com.

About the Delta Dental Community Care Foundation

The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation partners with local communities to increase access to care, support dental education and fund research that advances the oral health field. Since 2011, the Foundation has awarded more than $60 million across 15 states and the District of Columbia. The Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Delta Dental of California and its affiliated companies, including Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania and Delta Dental of New York, Inc.

Contact:
Tami Holzman
415-972-8300
tholzman@delta.org

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Greener Consulting Group brings the top consultants of the cannabis industry into one conglomerated, full-service firm

OKLAHOMA CITY, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — CHIP BAKER is proud to announce the launch of GREENER CONSULTING GROUP, the first truly comprehensive cannabis industry consultation and advisement firm with hubs in Oklahoma, Texas, California and Colorado.

OKLAHOMA CITY, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — CHIP BAKER is proud to announce the launch of GREENER CONSULTING GROUP, the first truly comprehensive cannabis industry consultation and advisement firm with hubs in Oklahoma, Texas, California and Colorado.

The cannabis industry has no shortage of «cannabis consultants», with only a select few holding the necessary qualifications to handle the wide range of issues that municipalities and cannabis businesses face. Greener Group fills the gap with a team of highly qualified professionals with decades of experience ranging from policy to banking, and cultivation to extraction.

Whether you are an investment group, business or a city council, Greener Group can guide you to success in the cannabis industry. Greener Consulting Group can solve any problem. Our consultants have a wide range of experience dealing with issues encountered on the city, county and state level, all the way down to individual business and operational guidance.

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Packaged Facts: Coronavirus Has Changed Consumer Eating and Home Gardening Habits

ROCKVILLE, Md., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Due to the coronavirus, many consumers are changing their eating habits. About 30% of consumers agree they are eating less healthily, while 42% of consumers think they are eating more healthily, according to data published in

ROCKVILLE, Md., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Due to the coronavirus, many consumers are changing their eating habits. About 30% of consumers agree they are eating less healthily, while 42% of consumers think they are eating more healthily, according to data published in Home Gardening Consumer Insights, a recent report by market research firm Packaged Facts. Based on these findings, it is important that the overall direction is toward healthy eating because food gardening correlates strongly with interest in eating healthy foods.

A large majority of consumers also agree they are now more concerned about food waste, while 34% are eating more locally produced foods. Although 29% of consumers agree they are eating less fresh produce, a strong majority (two-thirds) disagree with this statement, showing that overall, people seem to be trying to eat healthier during the pandemic even as they have access to more and more food options as restaurants and other social venues continue to reopen. 

«We believe more people may be looking to plant a food garden to help them on this journey by growing more fresh produce at home and not needing to rely on grocery stores or other retailers,» says Jennifer Mapes-Christ, food and beverage publisher for Packaged Facts.

Even before the coronavirus pandemic, many Americans still gardened as a hobby, even if popularity was waning. Over the last decade, busy consumers previously have had less time to devote to gardening. However, history has shown that during times of crisis interest in home gardening is renewed. For example, historical data indicates increasing popularity of gardening around the time of the 2007-2009 U.S. recession.

«In times of financial crisis and economic insecurity, consumers often change their behaviors by spending less money on nonessentials and trading down to lower cost products. Consumers facing insecurity or uncertainty about the future may turn to gardening as a stress relieving activity, a way to spend one’s time while temporarily unemployed, or a low-cost way to grow food for their families,» says Mapes-Christ.

The natural assumption is that the popularity of home gardening is limited to American homeowners with an outdoor space at their residence, such as a yard, lawn, or garden. Yet even among renters or those with limited access to an outdoor space such as a yard, Packaged Facts’ research suggests that a percentage of people planting a garden due to the coronavirus may be planting container gardens, which can be grown indoors, on a balcony, or in outdoor areas such as a driveway or patio.

About the Report

Home Gardening Consumer Insights is now on sale. Purchase the report by visiting: https://www.packagedfacts.com/Home-Gardening-Consumer-Insights-13353931/.

The report examines COVID-19 consumer impacts, historical trends in gardening, changes to home and gardening behavior during the pandemic, purchases and ownership of lawn and garden equipment and lawn and garden consumables, demographic trends in home gardening, and consumer psychographics. The report also features 45 data-intensive charts, as well as analysis of survey results.

Media members please contact our Communications Manager Daniel Granderson at dgranderson@packagedfacts.com to request a copy of the report summary.

About Packaged Facts

Packaged Facts, a division of MarketResearch.com, publishes market intelligence on a wide range of consumer market topics, including consumer demographics and shopper insights, consumer financial products and services, consumer goods and retailing, and pet products and services. Packaged Facts also offers a full range of custom research services. Reports can be purchased at our company website and are also available through MarketResearch.com.

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National University Launches Professional Development Certificate to Help K-12 Teachers Prepare for Online Classrooms

LA JOLLA, Calif., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — National University‘s Sanford College of Education, which graduates more teaching credential candidates than any other institution in California, has announced the launch of a…

LA JOLLA, Calif., Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — National University‘s Sanford College of Education, which graduates more teaching credential candidates than any other institution in California, has announced the launch of a ten-module online professional development certificate, designed to prepare K-12 educators for the transition to online instruction in the wake of school facility closures during the COVID-19 pandemic.

«The rapid shift to remote and online learning is putting an unprecedented strain on educators,» said Dr. David Andrews, president of National University, a lifelong educator and school of education dean.  «At a time when educators are sacrificing so much to ensure continuity of learning, we face profound responsibility to equip educators with the knowledge and skills to support high-quality learning experiences, whether they occur in-person or at a distance.»

Drawing on National University’s more than 20 years of experience in online instruction and experience in teacher preparation, the Certificate in Online Teaching  (COT) will be available as a stand-alone professional development program for up to 10 Continuing Education Units (CEU).

The COT is designed to help K-12 educators enrich online instruction, teach across multiple modes of instruction, and balance traditional classroom and online technology. The modules, which are designed and led by National University faculty, are offered in an asynchronous format so teachers can complete the certificate at their own designated pace. Teachers have the option to complete a single module or the entire professional development certificate, enhancing their skills where they need it most.

Through the program, educators will gain experience incorporating multimedia, videos, and asynchronous assessment into their classrooms. Upon completion of the professional development certificate, educators will develop a deep understanding of the perspectives and challenges facing online learners, enhancing their ability to create an engaging online learning environment for all students.

The new initiative was developed in collaboration with National University System’s Workforce Education Solutions group, which builds flexible and affordable education offerings designed to meet the needs of working adults in today’s dynamic labor market. As the pandemic further increases the demand on educators to do more with limited resources, the University continues to explore and develop accessible professional development options to support teachers as they prepare for shifting classroom models this fall.

About National University: Founded in 1971, National University is among the largest, private, nonprofit universities in California. With more than 175,000 alumni, National University is dedicated to making lifelong learning opportunities accessible, challenging, and relevant to a diverse population of students through its three Colleges: Sanford College of Education; College of Professional Studies; and College of Letters and Sciences. Programs are offered both online and at campuses throughout California and Nevada. National University is headquartered in La Jolla, California. nu.edu

About Workforce Education Solutions. An initiative of National University System, Workforce Education Solutions seeks to help the nation meet its need for highly skilled workers by developing educational pathways for working adults in key industries to advance their careers and earning power. WES partners with corporations, industries, and government agencies to align training with degree-bearing credits and keeps cost low for employees by recognizing prior learning and eliminating duplication between new courses and previous in-house training. Workforce training solutions are customized to meet industry needs by embedding desired industry practices/standards and competencies into coursework. Visit nusystem.org/partnership

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Sessions College Named to Most Affordable College Tuition and Top Design School Lists

TEMPE, Ariz, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Sessions College, the pioneer in online skills-based training for adult workers, has been nationally ranked for its affordability by the U.S. Department of Education and for its quality by magazine publisher Graphic Design USA.

In July 2020, for the seventh consecutive year, the U.S. Department of Education ranked tuition for Sessions College degree programs as the tenth lowest in…

TEMPE, Ariz, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Sessions College, the pioneer in online skills-based training for adult workers, has been nationally ranked for its affordability by the U.S. Department of Education and for its quality by magazine publisher Graphic Design USA.

In July 2020, for the seventh consecutive year, the U.S. Department of Education ranked tuition for Sessions College degree programs as the tenth lowest in the United States for schools in its category. Student debt is soaring, and, at a time when the digital skills gap is widening, adult workers are increasingly challenged to find affordable, high-quality educational options. According to Student Loan Hero, the average college student graduated in 2018 with $29,800 of private and public loan debt, more than the entire tuition of a Sessions Associate degree program. In contrast, the average student debt for Sessions’ degree programs is less than $8,000 and more than half of all Sessions students (55%) graduate with zero debt.

«At Sessions College, we understand that education is an investment in one’s future, and we’re committed to providing a great return on those educational dollars,» said Doris Granatowski, Sessions CEO. «An affordable program is valuable only if a student receives an education that is respected in the job market and 80% of our graduates land jobs in their field of study – a rate 2.2 times higher than the national average.»

In March 2020, Graphic Design USA, the leading news and information magazine for and about the graphic design community, named Sessions one of its 2020 Top Graphic Design Schools. Sessions is the only fully online school to make the list, where it sits alongside some of the most prestigious schools in the United States including Carnegie Melon, Georgetown University, Parsons New School, Rhode Island School of Design, Yale, Rutgers, and others.

«Our mission has always been student-centric, particularly for the working adult learner,» said Gordon Drummond, President of Sessions College. «We focus on the factors that optimize the student journey and generate provable outcomes and we are very proud to be the only fully online school recognized by Graphic Design USA

About Sessions College for Professional Design
Sessions College, founded in 1997, is the pioneer in accredited and affordable online skills-based education that readies adult learners for the digital workforce. Sessions College developed its proprietary digitalComplete© platform to provide the best possible interactive experience for students. Through live instructor-led teaching, students learn via real world projects that reflect the latest industry-relevant skills. More than 17,000 students from 90 countries have received a micro-credential or degree from Sessions College and the school boasts a graduation rate 2.4 times the national average and an employment rate 2.2 times the national average. Sessions College is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission and certified for quality assurance by the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.

 

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