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Continuing Professional Education

Achieve your goals and fit your lifestyle with online non-credit offerings

Northwest's Center for Professional Development has partnered with one of the premier online platforms to offer you the flexibility required to pursue personal and professional development. With offerings that include over 40 industry specialties and 150 certifications, we’re confident you’ll find what you need to empower your dreams through life-long learning. These fully online courses are affordable and geared just for you.

Our courses target essential job skills sought by employers, and especially those in the Northwest Missouri and Kansas City Metro area. Admission to the university is not required to enroll.

The programs offered on this page are non-credit opportunities for continuing professional development.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Most Popular, In-Demand Trainings


A to Z Grant Writing

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Which Offering Is For Me?

Fundamentals Courses

Gain new personal and professional skills

Two ways to learn! In our instructor-led courses, you study and interact with a cohort over a six-week schedule. Courses start monthly with twice-weekly lesson plans. For the independent learner, our self-paced courses provide access to all lessons immediately with up to three months to complete.

Career Training Programs

Prepare for your new career or a recognized certification

These expert-developed courses offer a flexible way to learn. Open enrollments let you start any time. And with up to 18 months of access, you can learn when it’s convenient for you. Each course also has a dedicated Student Advisor, supporting you throughout your learning journey.

Registration

Registration is easy! Simply click on the program you're interested in, and follow the prompts to conveniently improve your skill set and further your career.

Financially Assisted Opportunities

Other Programs

Arts & Design

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Business

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Computer Applications

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Computer Science

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Construction & Trades

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Health and Fitness

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Hospitality

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Information Technology

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Language

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Legal

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Math & Science

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Teacher Professional Development

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Test Prep

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Writing

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Refunds

Refunds for Continuing Professional Education programs vary because some programs are 18 months in duration while others can be completed in less than a month. Unless otherwise noted on the program page, refunds are available within the first two weeks, beginning with the date of enrollment, provided that no more than 25% of the program has been completed.