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Wordpress Website and Blog Builder

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Offer ends 01 June 2025
Study method
Online
Duration
30 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
60 days
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
30 CPD hours / points

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Overview

About 2.4 billion internet users read blogs so make sure you make the most of yours by finding how to make it popular and monetize it

Right now, there are about 6.7 million blogs on the internet, but there’s room for plenty more! With around 77% of internet users read blogs - which equates to about 2.4 billion people – and an increasing interest and trust in blogs, new bloggers emerge every day. The average annual earnings for a blogger is $24,086. Not bad for never having to leave the house!

If you want to make money online, you can expect to make a part-time or even full-time income from building a WordPress blog. This course will provide you with a comprehensive guide to starting your blog and choosing your niche, making your blog popular and monetizing it.

BONUS:

As part of your 1 FREE month membership access, you also gain free access to 300+ professional and personal development certified courses.

KEY COURSE BENEFITS:
• 60-Day access – Study at your own pace
• Internationally-recognized CPD accredited course
• Start learning straightaway from any laptop or mobile device in any country

CPD

30 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Certification Service

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Description

Learn blogging mastery with this comprehensive course on WordPress blog building.

You’ll develop a firm understanding of:

  • How to test your ideas and find out if they’re profitable
  • How to stay motivated when you feel like giving up
  • The WordPress installation process
  • Using WordPress plug-ins
  • The best topics to write about
  • Techniques to increase visitors to your blog
  • How to make money from your blog

WORDPRESS AND BLOG BUILDER COURSE SYLLABUS

Module 1: Ideas and goals

  • What do you want to achieve?
  • Testing ideas
  • Making a plan
  • Staying motivated

Module 2: WordPress

  • Direct or through a host?
  • Basic set-up
  • Blog terminology
  • Plugins

Module 3: Blog content

  • Picking topics
  • Being helpful and unique
  • Writing blog posts
  • Podcasts

Module 4: Blog visitors

  • Social media
  • Guest posting
  • SEO
  • Interaction with visitors

Module 5: Monetizing your blog

  • Building an email list
  • Affiliate marketing
  • Pay-per-click
  • Products
  • Product reviews
  • Advertising
  • Podcast sponsorship

Who is this course for?

This course is the perfect match for you if you:

  • Want to open a blog on WordPress but are not sure where to start
  • Already own a blog but feel you’re not getting as much out of it as you could
  • Want to make money online
  • Have opinions and/or knowledge you want to share with the world
  • You enjoy writing or want to get better at it

Requirements

This Wordpress Website and Blog Builder course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.

Career path

You could go into the worlds of social media management, marketing, journalism, or life coaching. Many bloggers publish books, or teach their particular skills in online classes.

In running a blog, you can discover your abilities, what things you are good at and make you happy, and turn those things into your career. The sky is the limit!

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Lynda asked:

Why is there only 60 days for the content of the course once purchased?

Answer:

Hi Lynda, our courses do come with a study time and it is there to ensure that our learners complete the course within a reasonable timeframe. Once you register on our website, you will have 12 months to activate the course, and once you activate the course, you have 60 days to complete it. We do offer time extensions for purchase if you need more time to complete the course. Kind regards, IOA Team

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sharon asked:

Hello can i animate graphics on wordpress?

Answer:

Hi Sharon, Thank you for your query.The "Wordpress Website and Blog Builder" course teaches you The WordPress installation process and how to use WordPress plug-ins. I invite you to have a look at the course Syllabus on REED to learn more about the course content. Kaoutar - IOA Team

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Claire asked:

I currently have a basic wordpress blog and want to know how to use the functions and make it better. Is this course for me?

Answer:

Hello Claire, thank you for your query. Our Wordpress Website and Blog Builder course covers WordPress set up and plugins in module 2. This should provide some valuable info. Regards, Alicia

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International Open Academy

International Open Academy is a leader in online learning. We are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards, and our online courses and exams are accessible to students all over the world - from any digital device. We’ve helped over 600,000 students from 139 countries upgrade their job training, launch new careers, and discover exciting new passions.

Our courses span a wide spectrum of topics, and are geared towards career training, skill development, and finding sustainable employment. We also help students satisfy their curiosities and explore hobbies and personal interests. You’ll find that course material is clear, concise, and focuses on practical training to prepare you for real world application. You won’t just be learning theory and facts - we’ll show you how to use your newfound skills to land jobs, give your career a boost, and start applying your skills right away.

IOA is a proud member of the European Commission’s The Digital Skills & Jobs Coalition, a multi-stakeholder partnership involving Member States, companies, social partners, NGOs, and educational establishments working to advance digital skills and job training throughout the European Union. We are also proud to collaborate with Tech Partnership, where we join Google, Microsoft, IBM, Cisco, and others in the network, to promote skill development and training for today’s digital economy.

 

How does it work?

Our courses can be accessed from a PC, laptop/tablet or mobile device. Everything you need is accessed online.  We offer assistance from our friendly customer support team via email, phone, and through our 24/7 Help Centre. Once you register on our website, you’ll have 12 months to activate your course. From the date of course activation, you’ll have access to your Virtual Campus account any time - day or night, so you can study at your own pace. Courses vary between 30-160 study hours depending on the topic, and you’ll have 60 days to complete a course once activated. Learn real world skills online today!

 

 

Qualifications

All our courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards and comply with the highest educational standards. Upon successful completion of a course, you’ll receive a proof of completion letter issued by International Open Academy to confirm your achievement. You can also request a hard copy certificate issued directly by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (a small fee applies). In order to qualify for a certificate, you’ll have to complete the entire course, and earn a passing grade on all online examinations.

 

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