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Continuing and Professional Education

Advance Your Professional Development!

Are you interested in changing careers, advancing in your current career or learning new job skills? The Office of Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) provides courses for adult learners that are accessible, high-quality, innovative and career specific. 

Learn what it takes to redirect your career down your preferred path. Our fundamental and professional training meets the workforce needs of high-demand public, private and government agencies throughout the D.C. Metropolitan area.

At UDC, we are proud to specialize in custom corporate training designed to meet strategic workplace needs. CPE offers online training and in-person programs across in-demand career areas, as well as newly emerging industries in your field.

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Online Classes

CPE provides access to more than one thousand online classes, giving you the flexibility to study on your own time. All you need is a computer and an internet connection. Continuing Education partners with the leading providers of distance learning classes to give you the high-quality options at the best prices.

Learners can choose from more comprehensive certificate-driven professional courses, which range from 6 to 12 months in duration, or fundamental courses, which last from 6 to 8 weeks.

Note: To register for the Continuing and Professional Education (CPE) online classes, click on the link of the course. Do not use the UDC “Apply” button.

Talent Capital Initiative

The Talent Capital initiative is a regionally coordinated response to the anticipated displacement of approximately 40,000 federal employees due to federal downsizing. This initiative seeks to establish a unified “front door” across the DMV region, connecting displaced federal workers to high-demand, future-ready career pathways, including certification programs in Project Management and Data Science/AI Applications, and professional career coaching, all at no cost to DC residents and displaced federal workers.

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Center for Legal Studies (CLS)

CLS by BARBRI is one of the leading continuing education companies in the country. Since 1980 CLS has enabled thousands of students to achieve their career-advancing goals while continuing with their everyday lives. CLS seeks to bring the power of legal knowledge by providing the most affordable, flexible and effective legal support training.

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In-Person Classes

From Leadership Skills to CPR training, UDC offers classes to help you achieve your career and life goals. 

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Contact Us

For more information about the Continuing and Professional Education programs at UDC and to enroll in our in-person courses, contact us today. We are excited to help you take the next step!

Beverly Lucas

Director of Continuing and Professional Education
202-274-7430
beverly.lucas@udc.edu

Eddie J. Williams

Project Assistant
202-274-5536
ejwilliams@udc.edu

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