How the program works Your course consists of three main elements: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa1. Training Manual aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa2. Five CDs aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa3. Console Training Poster They are all fully integrated into one single, easy learning experience Sounds speak louder than words As you study your training manual, you reach "flagstops." These are like "Stop-and-Listen Buttons." Whenever you reach one of these flagstops, you stop reading and listen to a particular track on one of the five CDs. This track lets you hear exactly what you have just been reading about in a way that makes the printed word come alive. You read, you listen, and now you see As you are listening to the audio on the CD, you look at the Console Training Poster. All the control knobs and switches are set in the exact positions to reflect what you are hearing and also what you have just been reading about. When the CD track is finished, you return to your training manual and continue reading until you reach the next "flagstop." What could be easier? It's as close as hands-on training can get without having a full scale recording studio in front of you. Don't be skeptical! This is a dynamic course. Written by a real teacher -- not an internet geek with little real-world recording experience. And if something is unclear -- you just ask your personal instructor. Why don't my recordings sound like "radio music?" Even if you've memorized every single page in the manual that came with your recording program, and even if you know how to work and operate that program, you will never be able to equal the quality of sound that you hear on "radio records." Do you wonder why? Without the knowledge and information that is in our course, your recordings will never sound like "radio music." Those horrible software manuals Most of those manuals aren't worth the paper they're printed on. They barely instruct you how to operate the program. They do not tell you how to make good music. WE DO BOTH! For a fraction of the cost of resident schools. No ridiculous prices. The best advice is from somebody who has done it If you still don't believe you can become a thoroughly trained recording engineer or music producer from taking a home-study course, just read what some of our graduate students say about AIA's program. See where our training has led them and what they have accomplished in their audio careers. How long does it take? On average, most students take about 3 to 4 months to complete their course and receive their Diploma. But there is absolutely no time limit. You can take as long as you wish and learn at your own pace. Because the AIA program is a home study course, you do not have to quit your job or change your schedule. You may study when you want without interrupting your life or family responsibilities. You can start your training at any time. The sooner you start, the sooner you'll be making great recordings! Fast forward to a fun gig. . .THE WAY . . .at your own pace in your own space.   Help always available. Your instructor is just a click away. If something comes along you don't fully understand, just pick up the phone and call our home-study hotline. Or you can simply email us. Instructors are readily available. No incompetent, inexperienced teachers -- you'll talk to your personal instructor.     25 Big user-friendly lessons written by top industry professionals. Completely rewritten and updated. Now the best just got better to reflect the current digital technology, including Pro Tools and GarageBand. Everything is explained in easy to understand language with hundreds of photos, diagrams, and five CDs included. Plus a FREE Audio Dictionary. Check out the lessons.   Examinations graded and returned promptly After each group of lessons you take a written examination...at home. The tests are clear, interesting and easy to grasp. After grading they're returned to you with a complete evaluation and special comments where appropriate. Just first-class service. Once an AIA graduate -- always an AIA graduate Even when you have finished your course and received your Diploma, you may still look to AIA for help. At any time in the future you can always call your instructor if you need assistance or equipment/career advice. We're your partner for as long as you want us. Plus hands-on training in San Francisco Upon graduation, all successful students have the option of being considered for intensive hands-on training sessions at our San Francisco studio where they can put their new-found knowledge to the test on our state-of-the-art equipment. You can also meet our instructors and discuss your career plans with them. And, you can even record one of your own songs for submission to major labels. If you cannot get to San Francisco, but would still like hands-on training, we maybe able to arrange for you to take this extra training in a professional studio located close to your home.