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Continuing Education

Flexible programs at Florida Atlantic University for working adults and changing careers

Continuing Education at Florida Atlantic University

Looking to develop skills for career growth, personal enrichment and professional advancement? Our continuing education programs for non-credit training, certificates, bootcamps and career pathways are designed to meet the needs of working adults, career changers and community members.  

You can choose from flexible course formats, learn from industry experts and gain knowledge that can directly support your goals.

What Continuing Education Offers

Continuing education at Florida Atlantic includes:

  • Career-focused training and workforce development

  • Non-credit certificates and micro-credentials

  • Skills training in in-demand fields like IT, healthcare and business

  • Short courses and bootcamps to build practical competencies

  • Test preparation and professional development modules

  • Flexible online and on-demand learning options

Career Training and Skill Building

If you’re looking to build specific skills, change direction or stay current in your field, continuing education offers practical options that fit real schedules and real goals. These programs focus on job-relevant learning you can use right away, whether you’re advancing in your career or exploring something new.

Is Continuing Education Right for You?

Who Should Consider Continuing Education?

Courses are designed for adult learners and do not require academic credit enrollment. Continuing education is a good fit if you are:

  • A working professional seeking new skills or certification

  • A career changer exploring new pathways

  • A community member looking for personal enrichment or targeted training

  • Someone preparing for job market transitions or in-demand roles

Career Training

Build job-ready skills by earning industry-aligned training certificates in areas like healthcare and programming. In healthcare, that includes focused preparation for roles such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), EKG Technician and other in-demand clinical skills.
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Micro-Credential Career Pathways

Designed to help you gain skills employers value, these structured series of courses align with industry standards, giving you targeted competencies in high-demand areas like cloud computing, cybersecurity and network administration.
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Flexible Learning Options

Continuing Education lets you learn at your own pace with options that make it easier to balance work, life and continuing your education.  Courses may be offered:

  • Online and on demand so you can study any time

  • In person at convenient locations

  • Blended formats that mix virtual and face-to-face learning

Financial Assistance and Scholarships

Depending on the program, you might be eligible for support through local workforce partners or scholarship opportunities that help offset training costs. CareerSource Broward and CareerSource Palm Beach County are two local partners that may offer funding assistance for eligible learners.

Employer and Community Partnerships

Continuing Education works with industry partners to develop and deliver programs that align with local workforce needs. Organizations interested in training partnerships or community engagement can connect with our team to explore collaborative opportunities.

How to Enroll

Whether you know which program you want or are still exploring, we’re here to help. Most courses allow you to register directly through the Continuing Education portal or by contacting the Continuing Education office.

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