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Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing

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What you'll learn

  • Develop job-ready SEO and content marketing skills essential for success in digital marketing and growth hacking.

  • Implement on-page and off-page SEO strategies, including keyword research, content optimization, meta tags, link building, and domain authority.

  • Apply technical SEO best practices to enhance website performance, mobile responsiveness, indexability, and overall search engine rankings.

  • Create and execute content marketing strategies that align with SEO goals—developing high-quality, engaging content. 

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There are 5 modules in this course

Strong Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and content marketing skills are essential for marketers, entrepreneurs, and growth hackers. Whether you're looking to enhance your career in digital marketing, boost your brand’s visibility, or grow your business, this course gives you the skills you need to achieve powerful results.

This course provides a strong foundation in SEO – from core concepts to cutting-edge technologies like Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and Google Artificial Intelligence Optimization (AIO). You’ll learn how to implement on-page and off-page SEO strategies, conduct keyword research, optimize content and meta tags, and build high-authority backlinks. You’ll discover how to craft engaging, high-quality content that ranks well and drives user engagement. Additionally, you'll explore growth hacking techniques tailored specifically to SEO. You’ll also examine technical SEO, including site speed, mobile optimization, schemas, and indexability. You'll also gain hands-on experience with tools like Google Analytics, Search Console, and YoastSEO to analyze and improve performance. To build the SEO and content skills you need to boost visibility, engagement, and business growth, enroll today!

This module provides a foundational understanding of search engine optimization (SEO), covering key concepts and ranking factors. Explore the core components of SEO—on-page, off-page, content, and technical SEO. You will also explore how search engines crawl, index, and rank websites and the best practices for optimizing web pages. This module also introduces you to Google Artificial Intelligence Optimization (AIO) and growth hacking in SEO. The module also introduces how to optimize on-page SEO elements such as keyword research, meta descriptions, page titles, and content structuring to enhance visibility on search engine results pages (SERPs). By the end of this module, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to enhance search performance and boost website traffic.

What's included

5 videos2 readings3 assignments9 plugins

5 videosTotal 26 minutes
  • Course Introduction4 minutes
  • Introduction to SEO 7 minutes
  • Components of SEO6 minutes
  • Introduction to On-Page SEO 6 minutes
  • Components of On-Page SEO 4 minutes
2 readingsTotal 7 minutes
  • Course Overview4 minutes
  • Summary and Highlights: Introduction to SEO and On-Page Optimization3 minutes
3 assignmentsTotal 50 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Introduction to SEO and On-Page Optimization30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Fundamentals of SEO10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: On-Page SEO10 minutes
9 pluginsTotal 97 minutes
  • Reading: Helpful Tips for Course Completion15 minutes
  • Reading: Introduction to Generative Engine Optimization and AI SEO5 minutes
  • Reading: Developing an SEO Strategy 7 minutes
  • Reading: Introduction To Growth Hacking in SEO5 minutes
  • Activity: Identifying and Applying Key SEO ComponentsI 15 minutes
  • Reading: Emerging Trends in SEO 8 minutes
  • Reading: Setting Up and Structuring On-Page SEO 6 minutes
  • Reading: Leveraging Tools for On-Page SEO6 minutes
  • Lab: Create and Optimize Content for On-Page SEO 30 minutes

This module introduces off-page SEO and its role in improving search engine rankings. You will learn about the importance of domain authority, backlink strategies, and the impact of external signals, such as social media and online reputation, on SEO performance. The module provides practical insights into building high-quality backlinks, leveraging guest posting, and identifying authoritative sites for link-building opportunities. On completing this module, you will be equipped with the necessary foundational knowledge of off-page SEO and link-building. Further in this module, you will explore techniques of growth hacking that can be applied in off-page SEO.

What's included

3 videos1 reading3 assignments6 plugins

3 videosTotal 15 minutes
  • Introduction to Off-Page SEO 5 minutes
  • Domain Authority and Backlinking 4 minutes
  • Introduction to Link Building and Best Practices6 minutes
1 readingTotal 3 minutes
  • Summary and Highlights: Off-Page SEO and Link Building 3 minutes
3 assignmentsTotal 50 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Off-Page SEO and Link Building 30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Basics of Off-page SEO 10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Link Building Strategies10 minutes
6 pluginsTotal 67 minutes
  • Reading: Components of Off-Page Activity 6 minutes
  • Lab: Identifying Off-Page Activities and Backlink Opportunities 20 minutes
  • Reading: Domain Authority and Page Authority5 minutes
  • Lab: Considerations for Link Building 30 minutes
  • Reading: Link-Building Approaches1 minute
  • Reading: Growth Hacking in link building5 minutes

This module provides an in-depth understanding of technical SEO, focusing on essential concepts such as crawling, indexing, website speed, and mobile responsiveness—the key factors in enhancing user experience and search visibility. You’ll learn to conduct technical SEO audits using third-party tools, implement schema markup and rich snippets, and leverage structured data to improve content visibility. Additionally, you’ll gain knowledge of SEO analytics, learning how to interpret data from Google Search Console (GSC) and Google Analytics (GA) to make data-driven decisions that enhance SEO performance.

What's included

4 videos1 reading4 assignments10 plugins

4 videosTotal 22 minutes
  • Introduction to Technical SEO5 minutes
  • Introduction to Schema Markup4 minutes
  • SEO Analytics and Performance Tracking 7 minutes
  • SEO Performance Analysis 6 minutes
1 readingTotal 3 minutes
  • Summary and Highlights: Technical SEO and Analytics 3 minutes
4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Technical SEO and Analytics30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Technical SEO10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Schema Markup and Structured Data10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Content for SEO10 minutes
10 pluginsTotal 105 minutes
  • Reading: Technical SEO Audits 8 minutes
  • Lab: SEO Audit 20 minutes
  • Reading: Best Practices in Technical SEO 10 minutes
  • Reading: Leveraging Tools for Schema Markup and Data Structuring 5 minutes
  • Reading: Setting Up and Structuring Schema Markup 5 minutes
  • Lab: Optimize Rich Snippets and Schema Markups20 minutes
  • Reading: Google Search Console 1 minute
  • Reading: Data Analysis for SEO1 minute
  • Lab: SEO Data Analysis 30 minutes
  • Reading: Growth hacking insights for SEO5 minutes

This module covers the role of content marketing as a critical component of SEO. You will explore the fundamentals of content marketing, including its role in building brand authority and engaging audiences. The module also covers content distribution strategies, marketing approaches, and best practices for creating high-quality, shareable content that improves search visibility and drives traffic. Further, this module covers techniques and methods to leverage growth hacking principles for content marketing.

What's included

6 videos1 reading4 assignments10 plugins

6 videosTotal 34 minutes
  • Introduction to Content Marketing5 minutes
  • Content Distribution and Marketing 6 minutes
  • Key Considerations for Content in SEO 6 minutes
  • Content Planning for SEO 5 minutes
  • Integrated Approach to Content and SEO 6 minutes
  • Developing an Integrated Strategy 5 minutes
1 readingTotal 3 minutes
  • Summary and Highlights: Content Marketing3 minutes
4 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes
  • Graded Quiz: Content Marketing30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Content Marketing 10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Role of Content in SEO10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Integrated Content and SEO Strategy10 minutes
10 pluginsTotal 114 minutes
  • Reading: Content Marketing Strategy 1 minute
  • Reading: Content Distribution Approaches 1 minute
  • Lab: Content Marketing Activity 30 minutes
  • Reading: Growth Hacking Content Marketing Approaches5 minutes
  • Reading: Leveraging Tools for Content7 minutes
  • Reading: The Content Planning Process for SEO1 minute
  • Lab: Creating Content for SEO 30 minutes
  • Reading: Plan Construct for an Integrated Approach1 minute
  • Reading: Crafting an Integrated Content and SEO Strategy8 minutes
  • Lab: Developing a Strategic Outline 30 minutes

The module includes a final project based on the concepts covered in the course. In this module, you will also attempt a graded quiz to test and reinforce your understanding of concepts.

What's included

1 video2 readings1 assignment1 app item3 plugins

1 videoTotal 2 minutes
  • Course Wrap-Up 2 minutes
2 readingsTotal 4 minutes
  • Congratulations and Next Steps    2 minutes
  • Thanks from the Course Team2 minutes
1 assignmentTotal 60 minutes
  • Final Quiz: Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing60 minutes
1 app itemTotal 20 minutes
  • Final Submission: Crafting A Portfolio-Ready Seo Content20 minutes
3 pluginsTotal 68 minutes
  • Reading: Project Overview3 minutes
  • Final Project: Crafting a Portfolio-Ready SEO Content60 minutes
  • Course Glossary: Search Engine Optimization & Content Marketing5 minutes

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Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

I think the course is engaging with all the practice assignments and Labs. However, I think some learning items are repetitive of others

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Frequently asked questions

This course is designed for current and aspiring digital marketers and growth hackers who want a strong foundation in SEO and content marketing.

It is also great for small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to drive organic traffic to their website, improve visibility, and grow their brand online. 

Additionally, it can benefit bloggers and influencers who want to expand their offerings.

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is the process of improving your website’s visibility on search engines like Google.By optimizing content, keywords, and website structure, SEO helps drive organic (unpaid) traffic, which is critical for online success.

Content marketing involves creating and distributing relevant content to attract and engage your target audience. When combined with SEO, well-crafted content helps improve search rankings, builds trust, and increases website traffic.

SEO is rapidly evolving with trends like Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), AI-driven search, and voice and visual search. Success now depends on creating high-quality, semantically rich content that aligns with user intent. 

After completing this course, you’ll have valuable skills SEO Specialists, Content Marketers, Digital Marketing Executives, Growth Marketers, and freelance SEO consultants need. These skills are also highly valuable for entrepreneurs. 

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Certificate, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Financial aid available,