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professional specialization programs, academic noncredit certificates, and academic for-credit certificates.  

Found 44 programs

AI Boot Camp

  |  BC   |  PP

Join this boot camp and learn to lead the way in all things AI without any previous programming experience. You’ll learn to automate, solve complex problems, and drive results.

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Basic Mediation

  |  NC

Learn valuable conflict resolution skills and prepare to qualify as a mediator on the Utah Court’s Mediation Roster. This noncredit training program is offered in partnership with the S. J. Quinney College of Law. 

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Business Analytics

  |  MC

Our 10-week Business Analytics certificate course is a hands-on learning experience, designed by industry practitioners to help professionals accelerate their careers with a foundation in data and analytics.

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Cannabis Agriculture and Horticulture

  |  MC

In 6 months, you’ll learn how to care for cannabis plants, study cannabis botany and genetics, and explore plant growth techniques. Both novice and experienced growers will acquire the accurate information needed to effectively engage in cannabis production, management, and cultivation.

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Cannabis Compliance and Risk Management

  |  MC

Earn valuable experience and gain the knowledge needed to become an in-demand cannabis compliance professional.

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Cannabis Healthcare and Medicine

  |  MC

Embark on a transformative journey and become a trusted expert in cannabis healthcare and medicine. Enroll today and unlock a world of opportunities in this dynamic and rewarding field.

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Cannabis Product Development & Design

  |  MC

You’ll delve deep into the science of cannabis extraction, how to craft exceptional products that cater to a variety of preferences and needs, and strategies for building a compelling cannabis brand.

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Cybersecurity Boot Camp

  |  BC   |  PP

If you’re interested in a career in this exciting field, the University of Utah Professional Education Cybersecurity Boot Camp offers a compelling opportunity to gain the skills you need in areas such as IT, modern information security, and networking.

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Cybersecurity Management (Graduate)

  |  CR

Students who obtain this certificate will be better equipped to aid in the design, operation, and monitoring of security controls to protect corporate and consumer data in an age of ever-increasing aggression and sophistication on the part of adversaries.

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Digital Marketing

  |  MC

Learn the tactical and strategic skills you need to become a digital marketer and transform your career in just 10 weeks.

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Digital Marketing Boot Camp

  |  BC   |  PP

The University of Utah Professional Education Digital Marketing Boot Camp gives you the opportunity to compete in this space and learn the latest digital marketing tools and methodologies in just 18 weeks.

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Domestic Mediation

  |  NC

Receive advanced mediation training with information specific to mediating family and domestic cases. This course is open to anyone who has completed a court-qualified basic mediation program.

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EMT Training and Recertification

  |  NC

This course gives students the ability to become effective pre-hospital emergency care providers. If you have a desire to join the medical field in emergency care, then EMT certification is the place to begin.

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Financial Planning (For credit)

  |  CR

You will learn a broad range of personal financial planning concepts in the areas of insurance and income tax planning, retirement and estate planning, and investment strategies.

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Financial Planning (Noncredit)

  |  NC

Help families build a stronger financial future. Six noncredit courses required. All courses are available online and run for a full semester.

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Gerontology

  |  CR

A certificate in gerontology provides additional breadth and depth of knowledge in this academic area. Students from a diverse array of colleges and departments at the University of Utah benefit from a stronger understanding of the aging process.

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Human Resources Management

  |  PS

Learn results-oriented and practical skills that can be used in any organization. Take 7 classes within one year to complete program. Some classes are in-person and others are hybrid.

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Information Systems (Graduate)

  |  CR

This program allows students to gain specialized knowledge in information systems. Obtaining a graduate-level certificate in IS will provide a significant advantage to those seeking to advance their careers in the field of information systems.

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Instructional Design

  |  PS

This 8-week non-credit program will provide you with an introduction to the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in instructional design.

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Leadership Development

  |  PS

Whether you’re already leading a team, interested in or preparing for a leadership role, or want to improve specific leadership skills, this program will provide you with the foundation for a lifetime of leadership.

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Medical Administrative Assistant

  |  PP

Work in a medical office with industry-standard electronic health record (EHR) software. Includes online instruction and personal, ongoing support.

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Medical Assistant

  |  PP

Prepare to work as a medical assistant in a clinical setting. Includes online instruction, in-person labs, and personal, ongoing support. Program includes a clinical externship.

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Medical Coding and Billing

  |  PP

Learn the specialized skills needed to assign standardized codes used to bill for healthcare services. Includes online instruction and personal, ongoing support.

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Medical Office Manager

  |  PP

Keep the administration and billing of the modern medical office running smoothly. Includes online instruction and personal, ongoing support. 

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Medical Scribe

  |  PP

Gather information for a patient's visit and partner with the physician to deliver efficient patient care. Many students are able to complete their training in as little as 3 to 4 weeks. 

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Medical Transcription Editing

  |  PP

Medical transcriptionists type up written reports of the audio files doctors record after they interact with patients. Includes online instruction and personal, ongoing support. 

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Nursing Education (Graduate)

  |  CR

A graduate certificate in Nursing Education provides bachelor's prepared nurses with the knowledge and skills to teach nursing students in community, hospital, clinical, and classroom settings.

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Nursing Informatics (Graduate)

  |  CR

This is an interdisciplinary certificate that allows students to gain a broad background in core Informatics issues, as well as more specialized knowledge in sub-domains such as bioinformatics, public health informatics, clinical/nursing informatics and data science.

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Pharmacy Technician

  |  PP

Prepare to work in a private, commercial, or clinical pharmacy. Includes online instruction and personal, ongoing support. Program includes a clinical externship. 

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Pilates Teacher Training

  |  NC

If you want to have a career as a Pilates instructor in fitness centers, rehabilitation clinics, private studios, or wellness programs then this 500+ hour training program is what you need.

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Product Management

  |  MC

Acquire the practical and strategic skills you need to become a product manager and supercharge your career in just 10 weeks.

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Project Management

  |  PS

Understand and implement project management best practices. Take six classes within one year to complete program. Fulfills the formal education requirements for certification.

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Public Policy (Graduate)

  |  CR

The Public Policy Graduate Certificate program trains high-demand analysts, data managers and policy advocates. Participants receive training in economics, law, research methods, policy analysis, evaluation, and communication skills.

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Secure Computing (Graduate)

  |  CR

The Graduate Certificate in Secure Computing rigorously prepares graduate students for careers in cybersecurity research and development. It provides students with both a solid foundation of cybersecurity principles and hands-on practice of cutting-edge technologies.

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Social Service Worker

  |  NC

Launch a career in health and human services. Take three online courses to become eligible for the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Level Examination.

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Software Development Boot Camp

  |  BC   |  PP

Tap into a full-stack developer boot camp that equips you with the specialized skills to gain proficiency in front-end and back-end technologies. Propel your career forward with a rigorous, immersive curriculum and develop job-ready skills in just 24 weeks.

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Substance Use Disorder Counselor

  |  NC

Prepare for a career helping people overcome addictions. The basic SUDC program requires six semester-long courses. The advanced (ASUDC) program requires nine courses.

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Substance Use Disorder Counselor (Online)

  |  CR

This program is designed for individuals with or working toward an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and who are interested in acquiring Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC) or Advanced Substance Use Disorder Counselor (ASUDC) certification in the state of Utah.

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Systems Engineering (Graduate)

  |  CR

Systems Engineering is an interdisciplinary approach that enables the realization of successful systems through the identification of needs, requirements, testing, troubleshooting, integration, verification, and validation.

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TESOL

  |  NC

Gain the skills you need to pursue a position in TESOL (Teaching English to Students of Other Languages). Six noncredit courses required. All courses are available online and run for a full semester.

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The Business of Cannabis

  |  MC

Our program is specifically designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the cannabis industry, its evolution, and its future trajectory.

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UX/UI Boot Camp

  |  BC   |  PP

Learn UX/UI in 24 weeks with a user experience boot camp centered around hands-on training and instruction. The University of Utah UX/UI Boot Camp will help you gain the in-demand skills you need to find success in the field of user design and user experience.

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Veterinary Assistant

  |  PP

Manage the administration of a veterinary office or clinic and assist with basic animal care. Includes online instruction and personal, ongoing support. 

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Yoga Teacher Training

  |  NC

Become a yoga instructor or deepen your own practice. Three courses required. Students meet with regular for-credit classes that run for a full semester.

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Last Updated: 5/4/23