Harnessing your potential and adding to your skillset can be a great boost for advancing in your career. You may have a job where you are comfortable with most of the required tasks…but you know you need to keep up with the latest industry trends and technologies to stay relevant. Or, in some cases, you may want to take your career in an entirely new direction.
Fortunately, Northern Kentucky University’s professional development programs can help you in meeting your goals. NKU offers a variety of continuing education opportunities, from short, self-paced online courses which offer an immediate credential, to professional certificates, to an advanced degree. The programs are designed for busy lifestyles offering flexibility, affordability and accelerated completion.
“I’ve been in my job for a few years and I know what I’m doing, but I began to realize that if I really wanted to get promoted, I needed to add some new skills,” said Katie Roberts. “I decided to take an online class from NKU in project management, which only took a few weeks to complete. My employer was impressed with my initiative and even offered to pay for my next class.”
Through NKU’s non-credit, self-paced online courses, you can start any time, no matter where you are in your educational process, for as low as $59. There are more than 150 topics to choose from, including data analytics, website design, organizational management, strategic planning, starting your own business, and more.
If you are looking to go deeper into a specific area of learning, a micro-credential might be right for you. A micro-credential consists of 2-3 for-credit courses that provide specific competencies. They are available in many industries including healthcare, information technology, cybersecurity, language learning, and supply chain management. Related micro-credentials can even be stacked towards a degree.
If you’re seeking a career change or looking to take the next step in your college journey, NKU offers several options online or in-person advanced degrees, most with an accelerated completion option.
“We know professional development is an in-demand benefit for employers,” said Jenny Sand, Director of Economic Engagement at NKU. “Today’s workers want to enhance their skills and continue learning, no matter where they are in their career. It’s a win-win for the company and the employee. And at NKU, we make it easy and affordable.”
It’s been said that continuous learning is the minimum requirement for success in any field. If you’re ready to add some new skills, make a career change or gain insight into the latest technologies, now is a great time to get started.
To learn more about NKU’s Professional Development program by clicking here.
