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.

Certificate Scholarships

UW certificate scholarships help break down barries to education, giving people who otherwise couldn't afford it the opportunity to boost their careers with a certificate. Learn more, and see how you can support the scholarship fund.

10 Ways to Step Up Your Interviewing Game

The interview is the gateway to your next gig, so what can you do to set yourself up for success? Prepare with a few tips from a pro.

Winter Certificates

Brighten up your winter with a certificate program. Choose from programs in a variety of fields, with options offered online and in the classroom, plus some you can finish in just two quarters.

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