Can anyone recommend any good SEO/ SEM classes or courses (preferably in-person) ?

[Mr. Richardson]

Ideally I am looking for courses in SEM or SEO within driving distance of central New York. I have a good fundamental knowledge of SEO and SEM but would like to advance my knowledge and skill set.Ideally I am looking for courses in SEM or SEO within driving distance of central New York.I have a good fundamental knowledge of SEO and SEM but would like to advance my knowledge and skill set.Note: If you use my question as a chance to plug a website and not answer my question whatsoever (See Marin G's answer) I will block you and report abuse. I might even add you to a list of shameless scrubs.

[Marin G]

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[Joshua B]

My wife has taken online classes through Search Engine Colleague. She felt it was a good review and taught her new strategies. She works for a local web firm. It is led by a leader in SEO. If you can't find a class check it out.