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.

The program definitely changed my life. After taking it, I felt more confident about jumping into work and conducting myself around people from different cultures.
Lorie Tais, Certificate Graduate

2017 Teaching Excellence Awards

Each year, we have the honor of recognizing the work of a standout group of our certificate instructors with Teaching Excellence Awards. It’s our pleasure to introduce you to this year’s recipients.

Hot Jobs: Cybersecurity Analyst

From personal data breaches to multi-national ransomware hits, cyberattacks are a fast-growing threat to data of all kinds. It’s no surprise demand is high for professionals who can help keep our data safe.

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