Degree, Certificate, Noncredit, and Professional Programs

Explore programs offered by UVA's School of Continuing and Professional Studies

UVA's School of Continuing and Professional Studies can help translate your goals into reality with top-ranked degrees and certificates. Our programs are accessible, affordable and achievable, meaning: 

  • You pay minimal tuition for a world-class education from a best-value public University.
  • You will benefit from online programs designed for working professionals.  
  • You can get your degree or certificate on your own timeline. 

SCPS faculty and staff understand the personal and professional demands working adults face. You'll find that unlike any other school, you will be supported through to completion. You'll build relationships with not only our staff but with your classmates, who bring an incredible diversity of experience and perspective to the classroom. 

Explore the degree and certificate programs we offer below, and reach out to us if you'd like more information.

Master's Degree
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Master of Public Safety

Earn your online Master of Public Safety degree, designed for working public safety professionals who want to improve their leadership skills.
Undergraduate Degrees
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Virginia Prison Education Program

UVA is making attaining a bachelor's degree possible for incarcerated individuals in Virginia. Learn more about this innovative program.
Professional Certificates
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Cloud Computing Certificate

Master in-demand cloud computing skills in a growing field and be fully prepared to succeed in AWS certifications.
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Human Resources Certificate

Gain essential training in transformational leadership, organizational performance management, staffing and career management, and more.
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Information Technology Certificate

Learn the strategic value of IT to businesses while gaining exposure to the web application development process and other fundamentals like IT architecture, systems analysis and design, web design, database systems, and more.
Non-Credit Programs
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SHRM Learning System and Exam Preparation

This course prepares students for the SHRM-Certified Professional or the SHRM-Senior Certified Professional certification exams to earn highly valued industry credentials.
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Project Management - Noncredit Program

Transform your skills in project management with expertise in the latest, in-demand tools, techniques and methodologies in this online, 10-week long short course. You'll gain practical training and technical certifications in Project Management you can apply on the job.
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Business Analytics

In our 10 week-long business analytics short course, you'll learn key analytics concepts and methodologies from industry experts, get hands-on practice (with expert feedback) and finish the program prepared to take the Tableau Desktop Specialist Certification Exam.
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Digital Marketing

Transform yourself into a digital marketer through this digital marketing short course with expertise in the most in-demand marketing domains. Delivered online, this 10-week on-demand program is taught by industry experts and supplemented with optional live/online instructor-led classes.
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Artificial Intelligence Prompting

Master the essentials of AI in just five weeks by completing real-world projects using one of the world’s top generative AI tools. You will learn key topics in artificial intelligence, from marketing strategy and content generation to data analysis and customizing prompt libraries. Along the way, you’ll get personalized feedback and career support from our expert instructors, mentors, and Learner Success Advocates.
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Open Learning and Noncredit Programs

Our noncredit classes and programs offer fast, skill-based learning at an affordable cost. Explore online and in-person opportunities to sharpen your skills and advance in your career with lower financial and time commitments.

Professional and Enrichment Programs

Learn more about how the School can develop custom programming to drive your organization forward, support retention, and facilitate employee advancement.

Visiting Students and Community Scholars

If you are interested in enrolling in SCPS classes without being admitted to an SCPS degree or certificate program, you can learn more about this potential as a Visiting Student. 

If you are interested in enrolling in on-Grounds (non-SCPS) courses at a school or college at the University of Virginia on a part-time basis without applying to a degree program, you may be eligible to do so as a Community Scholar. Learn more about Community Scholars.