University of Mary Washington Continuing and Professional Studies

University of Mary Washington Continuing and Professional Studies Are you seeking to enrich your career? At the University of Mary Washington Office of Continuing and Professional Studies you can do just that!

With our variety of different courses you can choose to deepen your current skill set, or learn something new.

🚀 Looking to break into tech or level up your IT career?UMW’s CompTIA self-paced certification courses are built to help...
08/31/2026

🚀 Looking to break into tech or level up your IT career?

UMW’s CompTIA self-paced certification courses are built to help you gain real-world skills and prepare for industry-leading certification exams — all on your own time.

With expert-aligned course content, flexible online access, and exam vouchers included, you can focus on learning the skills employers value most.

CompTIA certifications can help position you for careers in:
🔹 Cybersecurity
🔹 Networking
🔹 IT support
🔹 Cloud computing
🔹 Systems administration

Take the next step toward a stronger resume and bigger opportunities:
👉 https://www.umw.edu/cps/career-advancement/comptia-self-paced-test-prep/

Special Education 101September 8th, September 22nd, October 6th, and October 20th (Tuesdays) | 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM | Onli...
08/28/2026

Special Education 101
September 8th, September 22nd, October 6th, and October 20th (Tuesdays) | 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM | Online

This session will present an overview of special education to include disability categories and characteristics of individuals with these disabilities, the structure of special education, and effective strategies for engaging students with disabilities. Participants will also discuss the impact of disabilities on student learning, behavior, and social interactions.

Learn more & register >> https://umw-cps.catalog.instructure.com/browse/open-enrollment/courses/special-education-101

Meet Mike Allison, Vice President of Talent & Culture at Spotlight | Analyst Relations, who will be leading September's ...
08/28/2026

Meet Mike Allison, Vice President of Talent & Culture at Spotlight | Analyst Relations, who will be leading September's Business Acumen Series Seminar, Create. Connect. Present: Leveraging AI and Human Creativity for Memorable Presentations.

Mike is the Vice President of Talent and Culture at Spotlight (Analyst Relations) where he oversees talent acquisition, leadership development, and employee growth/engagement. Spotlight was recently named one of Kansas City’s 2022 "Best Places to Work" for in both Ingram’s Magazine and the Kansas City Business Journal. Mike is also an adjunct professor and Bloch Executive Education instructor within the Bloch School at the University of Missouri – Kansas City (UMKC).

Learn more & register >> https://umw-cps.catalog.instructure.com/browse/open-enrollment/courses/bas-create-connect-present-leveraging-ai-and-human-creativity-for-memorable-presentations

Increasing Student Engagement Without Increasing Teacher WorkloadCourse meetings: 10/13; 10/20; 10/27; 11/3 5:30-7:30 p...
08/28/2026

Increasing Student Engagement Without Increasing Teacher Workload
Course meetings: 10/13; 10/20; 10/27; 11/3 5:30-7:30 pm

Student engagement is one of the greatest challenges facing today's educators, yet increasing engagement does not have to mean creating more work for teachers. This hybrid professional learning course explores research-based instructional practices that promote cognitive, behavioral, and emotional engagement while fitting within teachers' existing planning routines. Participants will examine the science of engagement, learn practical strategies that require minimal preparation, implement techniques in their own classrooms, and reflect on student outcomes. Through collaborative learning, classroom application, and guided reflection, participants will develop a personalized toolkit of high-impact engagement strategies that can be implemented immediately.

Sign up for this course today >> https://umw-cps.catalog.instructure.com/browse/educator-pd/courses/increasing-student-engagement-without-increasing-teacher-workload

Inquiry-Based Learning for Secondary Social Studies and Science EducatorsThrough four online class meetings and asynchro...
08/27/2026

Inquiry-Based Learning for Secondary Social Studies and Science Educators
Through four online class meetings and asynchronous coursework, participants will learn to design engaging, inquiry-based learning activities. Each session will focus on one of four core dimensions of inquiry: (1) developing questions and planning inquiries, (2) applying disciplinary concepts and tools, (3) evaluating and using evidence, and (4) communicating conclusions and taking informed action. By the end of the course, participants will have designed a complete inquiry-based mini-unit that they can use in their own classroom.

This course meets virtually on the following Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 pm; 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18

Learn more & register >> https://umw-cps.catalog.instructure.com/browse/educator-pd/courses/inquiry-based-learning-for-secondary-social-studies-and-science-educators

Advanced American Sign Language WorkshopStarts October 6th | Tuesdays | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | UMW Fredericksburg CampusAd...
08/27/2026

Advanced American Sign Language Workshop
Starts October 6th | Tuesdays | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm | UMW Fredericksburg Campus

Advanced American Sign Language is a continuation of the Intermediate American Sign Language course. This course is designed for students who have completed the Intermediate level or demonstrate equivalent signing proficiency. Participants will continue developing expressive and receptive American Sign Language skills while strengthening fluency, grammatical accuracy, vocabulary, classifiers, conversational skills, and cultural understanding. Emphasis will be placed on using ASL in more natural and extended conversations, storytelling, role-playing, and real-world communication situations. Students will also explore advanced vocabulary, Deaf culture, and strategies for communicating in a variety of settings. As part of the course, each participant will complete an independent project that demonstrates growth in receptive and expressive signing skills and the practical application of American Sign Language.

Learn more & register >> https://umw-cps.catalog.instructure.com/browse/open-enrollment/courses/advanced-american-sign-language-workshop

Behavior Management: Systems, Classrooms, and Individuals in the Elementary ClassroomSeptember 2nd, September 30th, Octo...
08/26/2026

Behavior Management: Systems, Classrooms, and Individuals in the Elementary Classroom
September 2nd, September 30th, October 28th, and November 18th (Wednesdays) | 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM | ONLINE

This course is designed for elementary general and special educators in the elementary school setting. Over several sessions, participants will discuss foundational level evidence-based strategies for setting up the classroom environment and working with individual students. Topics will include developing procedures, rules, and consequences in the classroom and understanding functional analysis and replacement behaviors for individuals. Additional management strategies will be discussed and shared, including relationship building, conflict resolution, and crisis planning. Participants will engage in activities and discussion and complete the session with a resource folder for behavior management.

Learn more & register >> https://umw-cps.catalog.instructure.com/browse/educator-pd/courses/behavior-management-in-the-elementary-classroom

Basic ASL for First RespondersStarts September 8th | Tuesdays | 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | UMW Fredericksburg CampusThis four-...
08/26/2026

Basic ASL for First Responders
Starts September 8th | Tuesdays | 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | UMW Fredericksburg Campus

This four-week course provides essential American Sign Language (ASL) skills for first responders, emergency personnel, and other professionals who interact with the public. You’ll learn critical signs and phrases to communicate with individuals who are Deaf and hard-of-hearing during emergencies.

The course focuses on practical, real-world scenarios you might encounter on the job. By the end of this course, you'll have the foundational skills to bridge the communication gap, de-escalate stressful situations, and provide more comprehensive care to the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Learn more & register >> https://umw-cps.catalog.instructure.com/browse/open-enrollment/courses/basic-asl-for-first-responders

Applied AI for Executives - Encore SeminarThursday, October 1st, 2026 | 9:00 am to 3:00 pmApplied AI for Executives is P...
08/25/2026

Applied AI for Executives - Encore Seminar
Thursday, October 1st, 2026 | 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Applied AI for Executives is Part II of the AI series. Applied AI for Executives is an advanced, hands-on workshop designed for business leaders who are ready to move from understanding AI to actively deploying it in real organizational workflows.

Building on foundational AI concepts, this session focuses on agentic AI, systems that can plan, act, and collaborate across tasks, as well as practical tools for designing and managing AI-enabled work processes. Participants will explore emerging platforms such as Claude Cowork, experiment with vibe-coding to rapidly prototype custom workflow tools, and examine real-world use cases for AI-assisted decision-making, communication, and project management.

In addition to technical demonstrations, the workshop emphasizes the human and organizational dimensions of AI adoption. Leaders will engage in guided discussions on how to train teams, set appropriate usage norms, manage risk and accountability, and cultivate an internal culture of responsible and effective AI use.

By the end of the session, participants will leave with:
- A concrete understanding of agentic AI and its strategic implications
- Hands-on experience building simple AI-powered workflows
- Frameworks for supporting, governing, and scaling AI use within their organizations

This seminar is designed for executives, managers, and innovation leaders who want to move beyond experimentation and begin treating AI as a core operational capability.

Learn more & register >> https://umw-cps.catalog.instructure.com/browse/open-enrollment/courses/2026-business-acumen-series-applied-ai-for-executives

Certified Medical Office Manager (CMOM) CourseStarts September 15th | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 to 8:30 pm | ONLINEThe...
08/25/2026

Certified Medical Office Manager (CMOM) Course
Starts September 15th | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 to 8:30 pm | ONLINE

The Certified Medical Office Manager (CMOM) course teaches the essential knowledge and competency standards for professional medical office management and administration. The competencies reflect the successful management of professional staff in settings where goals are technical, customer‑service oriented, compliant with government regulations, and financially accountable to a cost‑margin model.

This curriculum is ideal for medical office managers looking to expand their skills and current role, administrative professionals in healthcare seeking leadership roles, and individuals interested in managing a medical office. Candidates for CMOM certification should have a minimum of one year of medical office experience. This course is offered in partnership with the Practice Management Institute.

Learn more & register >> https://umw-cps.catalog.instructure.com/browse/industry-certifications/courses/certified-medical-office-manager-cmom

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