Professional Certificates

Advance your career or pursue your passion through noncredit certificate programs.

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Why Professional Certificates?

Professional certificate programs are ideal for busy adults who are considering a career change, honing career skills, or pursuing a passion. All programs are focused courses of study that can be completed within a short time frame.

Continuing Education Units

Noncredit Professional Certificates qualify for CEUs (Continuing Education Units) once completed in entirety. CEUs quantify and officially acknowledge the dedication and determination you’ve invested in your professional development as you update your credentials, pursue a promotion, await an assessment of your current position, or explore a new career.

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Students may take individual courses without commitment to an entire program, or complete the program requirements and earn a certificate.

Online Partner Programs

Consider pursuing a certificate with one of our trusted online partners.

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Open Courses

From our students:

<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Completing the necessary courses to obtain the certificate gave me the knowledge and the confidence to work in the design industry.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Many people who live locally would prefer this classroom experience to the many online courses offered today.” Social Media Marketing - Nancy M.</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“This is a well-rounded program, providing experience of all levels in all areas of paralegalism.” Lisa D. Paralegal Certificate Course©</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“I think the reason to why it felt interesting every single minute was because of the teacher and the classmates. Everybody felt so engaged and focused, and the room had a really good vibe ...100% satisfied and happy about my course choice …” Erika L.</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“I am applying the lessons learned already to several clients for whom I am providing marketing and communications consulting services.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“This course was lengthier than the others, and provided more in-depth details, analysis, and examples of the material. Overall it was very valuable.” Shelley G.</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Complements my role as a volunteer docent and provides me with a professional certificate that shows serious interest should I apply for a job.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“I plan to start my own business as a personal property appraiser.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Thank you for your help, it’s wonderful talk with people like you so nice and helpful.” ELL Student</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“This brief introduction to the scope of interior design industry will be a great tool for an entry-level design apprenticeship.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Completing the Appraisal Studies Certificate Program, along with my Graduate Gemologist certification, provides all the academic knowledge and credentials to qualify for ASA Appraisal certification in the Gems and Jewelry sector.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Night classes... enabled me to intern while I studied. The professors were all wonderful and working in the field, which was very relevant. ”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“Definitely will help in my future plans of pursuing the career of being a fine art appraiser.”</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“It was a pleasure to take the courses at Purchase College!” ELL – Katarzyna D.</p></div>
<div class="lw_blurbs_title"><p>“This course was great! It was very informative and engaging. I would recommend this course to others, who are looking to improve their knowledge and skills in the nonprofit management arena.” Ralph K.</p></div>

Continuing Education

Appraisal Studies

Home Staging

Interior Design

Collecting Fine Art

Why Professional Certificates?

Continuing Education Units

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