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Professional & Lifelong Learning

American University provides career development courses for individuals, teams, and organizations who seek to lead with purpose.

Realize Your Purpose

Now more than ever, the world needs professionals who lead with purpose. With American University's professional training, you’ll learn skills that have impact, and that impact can make all the difference.

Transform Your Career

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Whether you are a young professional, a seasoned leader, or exploring professional development options to reskill or uspkill, we will equip you with the practical skills to take that next transformative step in your career.

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Industry-Leading Minds

Our industry-leading instructors will teach you concepts and immerse you in building in-demand skills from Day 1 of your training.

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Professional Partnerships

We partner with key-industry organizations to provide you with the most in-demand skills and knowledge.

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Career-Advancing Network

Access to a diverse network of alumni and industry-driven faculty who play a key role in your next career move.

Digital Skills Programs

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Cybersecurity Professional

Go from zero IT experience to a job-ready professional in less than 1 year. We provide job placement assistance.

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Digital Marketing

Prepare for a digital marketing career and learn the industry's most in-demand tools & tactics: SEO, data analytics, email marketing, and digital strategy.

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Software Development

From Day 1, we'll immerse you in the coding languages expert web and mobile app developers use.

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Executive Leadership Programs

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Executive Coaching

Become a professional Executive Coach through our ICF-certified program. Be the catalyst for change in individuals, teams, and organizations.

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Custom Programs

Empower your employees with the knowledge to upgrade their skills, revitalize their careers, or become trailblazers in specific industries.

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Topic-Based Courses

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Essentials of Human Resources

Gain insights into the standards for knowledge required of effective HR professionals in 5 online sessions.

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Human Resource Management

Advance your HR skills by preparing for the SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification exam in 12 online sessions.

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LSAT Prep Course

Enhance your test taking strategies and endurance with 24 hours of expert instruction in small group sessions.

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