Short Courses 2022-23
We offer short courses from time to time that focus on certain topics of interest. These courses are presented by highly qualified teachers, and are delivered through live Zoom web conferences. When you sign-up for a course, you will receive an email notification with a link to join a Google Classroom. Meeting links, recordings, as well as any class material is shared in your Google Classroom.
Current Offerings
Previous Offerings
Self Improvement Through The Qu’ran – Ramadan 2023 Presented By: Dr. Shehzad Saleem
Language: English
20 MINUTES TALK + 10 MINUTES QnA
THIS SESSION IS SPECIFICALLY FOR OUR ENGLISH-SPEAKING AUDIENCE.
Days: Every day throughout Ramadan.
Timings: 11:00 AM Central (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Online via Zoom
Course DescriptionThis Ramadan course reminds us of self-accountability and how the Quran encourages its reader to hold themselves accountable in the month of Ramadan where they look within and examine their behavior based on actions and intentions.SITHQ-11AM $0.00 / month Registration Closed |
Moral Lessons from the Qur’an – Ramadan 2022 MORAL LESSONS FROM THE QUR'AN
Age Group: Age 15+ years
Language: English
Days: Every day during Ramadan
Timings: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM Central (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Conducted By: Dr. Shehzad Saleem
Duration: 30 Minutes
Charges: FREE
NOTE:
There is no Google Classroom for this course. Meeting links, reminders, recordings, as well as any class material will be shared in a WhatsApp group
Session Description"Moral Lessons from the Qur'an" will concentrate on verses that urge people to be fair and forgiving, compassionate and caring, sympathetic and selfless, honest and humble, tolerant and truthful. Also discussed will be verses that urge them to refrain from arrogance and falsehood, selfishness and meanness, lust and greed, envy, and stinginess.MLFTQ -1112P $0.00 for 1 month Registration Closed |
Revisiting Surah Fatiha – Ramadan 2022 REVISITING SURAH FATIHA - A Beyond Religion Reflection With Within Religion Messages
Presented By: Dr. Farhad Shafti
Language: English
60 MINUTES
THIS SESSION IS SPECIFICALLY FOR OUR ENGLISH-SPEAKING AUDIENCE.
Days: Every Tuesday and Saturday during Ramadan.
Timings: 06:00 PM Central (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Online via Zoom
Fees $25 / Module
Course DescriptionIn this interactive session, Dr. Farhad Shafti will explain what can be understood from Sura Fatiha beyond the limits of Islamic and Abrahamic religious frameworks. It will also entail how this chapter from the Quran can be interpreted in a way that would make sense for a follower of any spiritual path and to much extent even for an atheist. Dr. Farhad Shafti will also discuss and share some practical benefits for Muslims that can be derived from these concepts.RSF0422-TUSA0607P $25.00 Registration Closed |
Quranic Science of Argumentation – Ramadan 2022 QURANIC SCIENCE OF ARGUMENTATION
Presented By: Dr. Irfan Shahzad
Language: English
60 MINUTES TALK + 30 MINUTES QnA
THIS SESSION IS SPECIFICALLY FOR OUR ENGLISH-SPEAKING AUDIENCE.
Days: Every Saturday and Sunday during Ramadan.
Timings: 9:30 AM Central (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Online via Zoom
Fees $25 / Module
Course DescriptionThis Ramadan course highlights the rational, logical premises of the Quran and the way the Quran builds its case on them to make them believe in its tenets. Also, the course indicates the unfaltering principle consistency of Quranic injunctions and the amazing accuracy of its dictionQSA0422-SASU1030P $25.00 Registration Closed |
Islam – All I Need To Know A FOUR MODULAR WEEKLY COURSE
Total Course $100
Single Module $25
An Extensive Study of the Fundamentals of Islam
Age Group: 15+ years
Conducted By: Dr. Khalid Zaheer
Language: English
TUE Jan 11, 2022 (16 Weeks)
8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
NOTE: Depending upon the topic, sometimes the class can go about 15 minutes over.
Other Time Zones
Online via Zoom
Fees $25 / Module (Non-refundable)
Course DescriptionA course that helps you understand how Islam fits into the scheme of things in our world, the role it plays in the life of an individual, and the concepts required to understand the message in its essence. SyllabusIAIN0122-TU08930P-Revised $25.00 / month for 3 months Registration Closed |
Namaz Kya Hai A Comprehensive Workshop
Age Group: 13+ years
Presented By: Abu Yahya
Language: Urdu
TUE Jan 4, 2022 (8 Weeks)
9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
NOTE: Depending upon the topic, sometimes the class can go about 15 minutes over.
Other Time Zones
Online via Zoom
Fees $25 (Non-refundable)
Course DescriptionEverything that you ever wanted to know about namaz, including its importance, spirit, history, requirements, conditions, recitations, and a whole lot more! SyllabusNKH0122-TU0910P $25.00 Registration Closed |
The Law of Jihad A comparative study of the concept of Jihad
Age Group: 16+ years
Presented By: Ammar Khan Nasir
Language: Urdu
SAT Jan 1, 2021 (5 Weeks)
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
NOTE: Depending upon the topic, sometimes the class can go about 15 minutes over.
Other Time Zones
Online via Zoom
Fees $25 (Non-refundable)
Course DescriptionA comparative study of the concept of Jihad at the time of the companions of Prophet Muhammad through it's understanding in classical jurisprudence, and different viewpoints thereafter including the viewpoint held by Javed Ahmed Ghamidi. SyllabusTLJ1221-SU0809P $25.00 Registration Closed |
From Islam to islam The story of a journey from seeking out, to learning from Javed Ahmed Ghamidi, to departing from Ghamidi’s thought, and beyond
Age Group: 16+ years
Presented By: Dr. Farhad Shafti
Language: English
SUN August Nov 7, 2021 (7 Weeks)
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Other Time Zones
Online via Zoom
Fees $25 (Non-refundable)
Course DescriptionCome join Dr. Farhad Shafti as he discusses his story of a journey from seeking out, to learning from Javed Ahmed Ghamidi, to departing from Ghamidi's thought, and beyond. The course comprises of 7 sessions. Each session will have about 40 minutes of talk with some interactive discussion where applicable, followed by about 20 minutes of Q&A. The sessions are in a logical sequential order, taking the audience through a journey that the presenter went through. Syllabus About Dr. Farhad ShaftiFII1121-SU0607P $25.00 Registration Closed |
Analytical Study of the Quran Age Group: Age 15+ years
Language: Bilingual - Urdu/English
Ongoing - Every Sunday 11AM CENTRAL (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Taught By Dr. Shehzad Saleem
FREE
NOTE:
There is no Google Classroom for this course. Meeting links, reminders, recordings, as well as any class material will be shared in a WhatsApp group
Course DescriptionIn this comprehensive course we compare the interpretations of the Farahi school and the traditional school regarding selected passages of the Quran. Every week Dr. Shehzad Saleem discusses a passage of the Quran, the traditional understanding of that passage, the Farahi school understanding of that passage, and on what grounds does the Farahi school differ from the traditional school. Students are encouraged to engage in discussions and also ask questions. ASQ0921-SU-1112 $0.00 / month Registration Closed |
Workshop: Building A Connection With God A Workshop for Kids
Age Group: 7-13 years
Taught By Umaimah Maryam
Language: English
SAT August 7, 2021 (One day)
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Other Time Zones
In-person at Ghamidi Center (recommended) and via Zoom
Fees $10
Course DescriptionIn this workshop we will focus on:
BCG-S21-SA-06730 $10.00 Registration Closed |
Workshop: Getting to Know Our Children A Workshop for Parents
Age Group: 16+ years
Taught By Umaimah Maryam
Language: English
SAT July 31, 2021 (One day)
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Other Time Zones
In-person at Ghamidi Center (recommended) and via Zoom
Fees $25
Second parent will be allowed to attend for free
Course DescriptionIn this workshop we will focus on:
GTK-S21-SA-06730 $25.00 Registration Closed |
Understanding The Quran and Salah Learn 50% of the Quranic Arabic Words
Age Group: Age 7+ years
(Must be able to read the Arabic text of the Quran)
Language: English
July 6, 2021 | 22 Weekly Sessions
Every Tuesday 8PM CENTRAL (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Taught By Muhammad Awais Arshad
$25/month for 5 months
No Refunds
Financial Aid for Deserving Students
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Course DescriptionAfter finishing this course, Insh’Allah you will understand half of the words on each page of the Quran! Additionally understanding the meaning of the commonly used surahs and azkaar (recitations) of salah will make your daily salah much more effective. Detailed Course DescriptionUTQ0721-TU-0809P $25.00 / month for 5 months Registration Closed |
Being The Parents That Our Children Need Leaving Behind the Legacy We Truly Want
An interactive course for parents and teachers
Age Group: Age 16+ years
Language: Bilingual (Urdu, English)
June 30, 2021 | About 26 Weekly Sessions
Every Wednesday 8PM CENTRAL (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Taught By Moiz Amjad
$75/month for 6 months
No Refunds
If a few additional classes are required to conclude the course beyond 6 months, they will be offered free of cost
Financial Aid for Deserving Students
Financial Aid Form
Course DescriptionThis course is a multi-session program for developing reflective and conscious awareness about striving to be the parents/teachers who would likely have a positive impact on the attitudes, inclinations, and character of our children and students. Detailed Course DescriptionBTP0621-WD-08930P $75.00 / month for 6 months Registration Closed |
Social Perspective of The Quran First 20 Days of Ramadan
Ramadan 2021
Age Group: Age 16+ years
Language: English
April 12 - May 1, 2021
Every Day 9PM - 10PM CENTRAL (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Taught By Dr. Irfan Shahzad
FREE
Course DescriptionThe purpose of this course is to discuss various social issues in the light of the Quran and answer questions that we face in our daily lives. Topics include concepts like socialism, nationalism, secularism, dealing with the weak and the oppressed, and a lot more. LIMITED SEATING Please register only if you plan to attend. SyllabusSPQ-R21-X-P0910 $0.00 Registration Closed |
Quranic Stories for the Tweens Every Saturday and Sunday
Ramadan 2021
Age Group: Age 9-10 years
Language: English
April 17 - May 2, 2021
SAT AND SUN 11AM - 12AM CENTRAL (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Taught By Ahmad Shoaib
FREE
Course DescriptionThe purpose of this course is to teach moral values to the students through interesting stories that are age appropriate for the students. Several moral values are taught including patience, thankfulness, truth, and justice. LIMITED SEATING Please register only if you plan to attend. SyllabusQST-R21-SASU-1112 $0.00 Registration Closed |
Character Development for the Youth – Section 2 Section 2 - Sunday Class
Ramadan 2021
Age Group: Age 14-17 years
Language: English
April 18 - May 9, 2021
SUN 10AM - 11AM CENTRAL (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Taught By Maryam Habib
FREE
Course DescriptionThe purpose of this course is to highlight the salient features of the moral code inherent in Islam and its application in daily life. Students will explore four basic tenets namely Honesty, Integrity, Kindness and Tolerance within the framework of references from Quran and Hadiths in four sessions, respectively. Sessions will be structured to show students how they can apply these teachings in everyday life resulting in lifelong habits that invariably assist in achieving tazkiya. Course content will specifically address issues from the perspective of a teenager, the challenges they face and the resultant conflicts that may make adherence seem difficult. LIMITED SEATING Please register only if you plan to attend. SyllabusCDY-R21-SU-1011 $0.00 Registration Closed |
Character Development for the Youth – Section 1 Section 1 - Saturday Class
Ramadan 2021
Age Group: Age 14-17 years
Language: English
April 17 - May 8, 2021
SAT 10AM - 11AM CENTRAL (U.S.)
Other Time Zones
Taught By Maryam Habib
FREE
Course DescriptionThe purpose of this course is to highlight the salient features of the moral code inherent in Islam and its application in daily life. Students will explore four basic tenets namely Honesty, Integrity, Kindness and Tolerance within the framework of references from Quran and Hadiths in four sessions, respectively. Sessions will be structured to show students how they can apply these teachings in everyday life resulting in lifelong habits that invariably assist in achieving tazkiya. Course content will specifically address issues from the perspective of a teenager, the challenges they face and the resultant conflicts that may make adherence seem difficult. LIMITED SEATING Please register only if you plan to attend. SyllabusCDY-R21-SA-1011 $0.00 Registration Closed |
Who Made God? Who Made God?
A Workshop
Jan 2021
Age Group: Age 15 and above
Language: English
4 Sundays -Starting Jan 10
Sun 10am – 11am Central Time (USA)
Other Time Zones
Taught By Dr. Junaid Hassan
No Refunds
Course DescriptionWho Made God is a workshop for anyone who wants to get the bird's eye view of the modern debates that surround the existence of God. This course presents a critical analysis of the hypothesis presented by Richard Dawkins, explains Darwin's theory of evolution, and analyzes various criticisms raised on the concept of God. SyllabusWMG0121-SU1011 $25.00 Registration Closed |
The Definitive Key To Understanding The Quran The Definitive Key To Understanding The Quran
Itmam-e-Hujjah
Jan 2021
Age Group: Age 15 and above
Language: English
12 Saturdays - Starting Jan 09
Sat 10am – 11am Central Time (USA)
Other Time Zones
Taught By Dr. Irfan Shehzad
No Refunds
Course DescriptionThe divine law of culmination of argument in the Quran illustrates how God has directly intervened and established a court of justice to deliver reward and punishment for certain nations after the truth was completely and conclusively communicated to them. The implications of this law for the direct addressees of a messenger are articulated and discussed throughout the Quran. However, in order to properly understand the Quran, it is impetrative that the reader be aware of this law. The Divine Law of Conclusive Argument is one of the most remarkable discoveries made by the eminent Islamic scholar Hamiduddin Farahi. Farahi’s students, Ameen Ahsan Islahi and his student Javed Ghamidi have further elaborated on this topic. The discovery of this law brings the Quran, the Torah and the Bible together in a stark convergence that highlights a common theme threaded through them. This law helps reinterpret many directives of the shariah with a clear perspective, such as the concept of jihad, death penalty for apostasy, friendship and marriage with non-Muslims, etc. It also offers a key to determining which directives of the Quran are generic for all Muslims and which directives are specific for certain the direct addresses of the Quran. SyllabusTDK0121-SA1011 $35.00 Registration Closed |