Develop In-Demand Skills for Professional Growth

Grow skills that drive your career forward with the University of Minnesota College of Continuing and Professional Studies. Our career-focused programs offer practical tools to boost your professional profile.

Below, you’ll find links to all our professional development certificates and boot camps. If you’re not ready to commit to an entire program, you can choose from 80+ individual courses designed to elevate your skills and knowledge in a variety of areas.

Why Learn with CCAPS?

Approach the job market with confidence. Our professional development advisory board keeps tabs on hiring trends and forecasts future job needs, ensuring you're equipped with the most in-demand skills.

Learn from industry experts. The seasoned professionals who teach our professional development training courses are second to none—experts in their field who deliver well-informed and practical knowledge in a fun and engaging way.

Gain skills to take to work immediately. The practical and valuable skills gained from our professional training courses can be immediately applied in the workplace and added to your resume to help you stand out.

What Learners Can Expect

 

 

In-Demand Courses

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Certified ScrumMaster®

Manage product backlogs, plan and execute projects, and report on progress as a Certified ScrumMaster®.
Next start dates:
  • Jan. 22-23, 2025 | Online
  • April 22-23, 2025 | Online
$1195.00 | 14.0 hours
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Human Centered Design Foundations

Learn how to apply the critical Human-Centered Design (HCD) methods to challenges in the everyday world.
Next start date:
  • Mar. 17-April 27, 2025 | Online
$690.00 | 30.0 hours
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Project Management Foundations

Learn the basics of project management.
Next start dates:
  • Dec. 10-11, 2024 | Online
  • Jan. 30-31, 2025 | Online
  • March 4-5, 2025 | Online
  • June 11-12, 2025 | Online
$490.00 | 6.0 hours
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Video Storytelling

Learn basic video production and storytelling techniques to use in social media production.
Next start date:
  • Feb. 10-March 23, 2025 | Instructor Led Online
$690.00 | 27.0 hours

Professionals in Transition

The University of Minnesota College of Continuing and Professional Studies offers in demand, career-boosting tools and skills. Most professional development training programs are eligible for return-to-work funds provided through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). Read more about this and other financial assistance opportunities by following the link that matches your situation.

 

Your Enrollment Advisor

Shanta Bhoelai, enrollment advisor

Shanta Bhoelai

I can help you choose which professional development programs are the best fit to meet your career goals. I am here to answer your questions regarding specific programs, courses, or other career topics you have on your mind. 

Don’t hesitate to send me an email or schedule an online appointment. I'm here for YOU!

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