Hero Academy

Technical Skills to Propel Your Career Forward

You're going to level up here.

The Hero Academy Initiative provides individuals and groups with essential digital literacy skills to boost your digital confidence and open new career paths. Our courses offer hands-on training in various areas such as WordPress web design, social media strategies, AI for small businesses, digital photography, Podcasting, and this is only the beginning. Don’t miss this opportunity to Level Up your career with technical training that can propel your career forward.

Computer Literacy 101

Google Suite

Google Workspace Basics

1 hour, 50 minutes

20 seats

$99.00

Google Workspace Essentials: Master Productivity Tools in Just 2 Hours!

Elevate your digital skills with our practical and engaging Google Suite Essentials class! Perfect for beginners, this 2-hour session will guide you through the basics of using the Google Suite of tools to boost productivity and stay organized.

Weekly Schedule:

  • Monday - Gmail (Email)
  • Tuesday - Google Calendar
  • Wednesday - Google Drive (Cloud Storage & Sharing)
  • Thursday - Google Docs (Desktop Publishing)
  • Friday - Google Sheets (Spreadsheets)

What You’ll Learn:

  • Gmail Mastery: Set up, manage, and organize your email like a pro.
  • Stay on Schedule: Use Google Calendar to manage appointments and reminders.
  • File Management Made Easy: Learn how to store, share, and organize files with Google Drive.
  • Create & Collaborate: Get hands-on experience with Google Docs and Sheets for documents and spreadsheets.
  • Web & Computer Basics: Navigate your computer and browse the internet safely with confidence.

Our friendly, step-by-step approach ensures you'll leave with practical skills and the confidence to use Google tools effectively—no prior experience needed!

AI Basics

Generative AI Essentials: Explore the Power of AI in Just 2 Hours!

Uncover the fascinating world of artificial intelligence with our engaging Generative AI Essentials class! This 2-hour session offers a hands-on introduction to how AI creates text, images, videos, and more, perfect for beginners and tech enthusiasts alike.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Generative AI Basics: Understand how AI generates new content and how it differs from traditional AI.
  • Real-World Examples: See AI tools in action, from text generation with ChatGPT to image creation with DALL·E.
  • Interactive Challenge: Participate in our AI vs. Human activity and test your ability to distinguish AI-generated content.
  • Hands-On Practice: Experiment with AI tools and learn practical tips for leveraging AI in everyday tasks.

Our friendly, step-by-step approach ensures you leave with a solid foundation in AI and the confidence to explore its creative potential. No prior experience needed—just bring your curiosity and get ready to learn!

PR & Marketing

Elevate Your Brand

Branding with Digital Design: Perfect for entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone looking to create a strong and memorable brand, this class will guide you through the fundamentals of branding using powerful digital design tools.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Brand Identity Basics: Understand the key elements of branding, including logos, color schemes, and typography.
  • Design Tools & Techniques: Get hands-on experience with popular digital design tools like Canva, Adobe Spark, and other beginner-friendly software.
  • Creating Visual Assets: Design eye-catching logos, social media graphics, business cards, and more.
  • Consistency & Style: Learn how to maintain a cohesive brand identity across all digital platforms.
  • Practical Projects: Work on real-world branding scenarios, from creating mood boards to designing branded content.

By the end of the class, you’ll have the skills and confidence to create a professional and polished brand that stands out—whether for your business, project, or personal brand. No prior design experience needed—just bring your creativity and get ready to build!

8-BIT Game Design with Godot

Game Design with Godot: Unleash Your Creativity!

Dive into the world of game development with our hands-on Game Design with Godot class! Perfect for beginners and aspiring game developers, this course will guide you through the essentials of creating your own interactive experiences using the powerful, open-source Godot Engine.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Game Development Basics: Understand core game design principles and mechanics.
  • Godot Engine Essentials: Navigate the Godot interface and tools with confidence.
  • 2D Game Creation: Build engaging games with 2D assets.
  • Scripting with GDScript: Bring your game to life with simple, effective coding.
  • Level Design & Animation: Create immersive worlds and smooth character movements.

Whether you're dreaming of building your first indie game or exploring a career in game design, our supportive, step-by-step approach will help you turn your creative ideas into reality. No prior experience needed—just bring your imagination and get ready to create!

Digital Illustration: Focus on Logo Design

Elevate your brand with our engaging and practical Branding with Digital Design class! Perfect for entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone looking to create a strong and memorable brand, this class will guide you through the fundamentals of branding using powerful digital design tools.

What You’ll Learn:

By the end of the class, you’ll have the skills and confidence to create a professional and polished brand that stands out—whether for your business, project, or personal brand. No prior design experience needed—just bring your creativity and get ready to release your imagination!

Upcoming Courses

  • HTML & CSS Web Design
  • 3D Design Fundamentals
  • 3D Printing Fundamentals
  • Canvas Art Painting
  • Resume Writing
  • FighterZ Academy M.U.G.E.N. Game Design
  • Podcasting 101
  • Video Editing
  • Animation Basics
  • How to Draw Anime Characters
  • Robotics Coding
  • Drone Certification Prep
  • Music Production
  • No code web design with WordPress
  • Project management

Hero Academy offers engaging, hands-on, instructor-led Career Professional Development Courses designed for teens, adults, and group cohorts. Contact us with questions. Book a course today, we've got you!