Dare to do What's Next

Whether you want to update your skills or delve into a new field, UW Professional & Continuing Education can help. We make it possible for you to keep learning at the University of Washington, even if you work full time or live outside of the Seattle area.

Fast-Track Your Career

New Career Accelerator certificates offer the same great UW credential as our other certificates, but with added flexibility so you don’t have to rearrange your busy life to get the skills you need to stay relevant.

Top 5 Paradigm Shifts in the Job Market

Been out of the job hunt for a while? Your next job search will likely feel quite a bit different than your last one. To help you prep, here’s a look at some of the big changes in the market and how you can handle them.

Strategic Communications Pros Needed

With all the distractions in today’s media, it can be tough for any company’s message to be heard. Find out how strategic communications pros can help — and what it takes to build or boost your career in this biz.

Completing the certificate was probably the single biggest factor for me being able to get a job.
Rob Alford, Certificate Graduate

A PATHWAY FOR YOUR PASSION

Through UW Professional & Continuing Education, we break down barriers to make education possible for all types of learners. We provide unique opportunities for those who don’t fit the mold of a traditional full-time, on-campus student.

We’re for you — the innovators, the career changers, the professionals, the dreamers, the forever curious.

Browse our programs by area of study, and find one that's designed for you.

Arts, Communication & Writing

Business

Computing & IT

Construction, Real Estate & Sustainability

Education

Engineering

Health Care, Biotechnology & Social Services

Humanities & Social Sciences

Public Administration, Nonprofit & Law

Science & Math