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Whether you are looking to upgrade skills in your current field or looking for training in a whole new area, our Professional Certificates can help you take that next step on your career track. Our programs are designed with the needs of working adults in mind, with evening and weekend class sessions and at a moderate cost. Join an energetic, committed peer network in classes taught by seasoned professionals and gain a credential that makes you stand out in today’s changing and competitive workplace. Read more about our Professional Certificate Programs
Organizations are stronger and more resilient when the have a diverse group of employees and a culture of inclusion. This program offers guidance to… read more » about Diversity & Inclusion in Human Resources Management
Designed for individuals seeking employment, this online, three-part course focuses on career planning, enhancing resume writing and improving… read more » about Ace Your Job Search
This self-paced, online certificate is designed for individuals who seek an introduction to the process of creating, administering, or teaching… read more » about Online Learning Certificate
This certificate program is designed for individuals who are seeking a career change and the skill-set for a successful transition into the paralegal… read more » about Paralegal Classroom Program
As the supply chain grows in complexity, and companies increasingly source products and services from a more diverse and global set of suppliers, the… read more » about Supply Chain Management Basics
Actively tackling bias in the workplace helps build better organizations … and better people. If you want to unleash the true potential of your… read more » about Tackling Bias and Creating Inclusion
The field of digital marketing is always changing. Duke's Digital Marketing Specialist program teaches you foundational and advanced … read more » about Digital Marketing Specialist
This program is designed for current Project Management Professionals® who need to earn their 60 PDUs in order to maintain their Project Management… read more » about Project Management CE Program
This program, created in affiliation with MindEdge and Six Sigma Black Belts, is inclusive of all topics covered by the International Association for… read more » about Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Successful managers know the importance of building strong relationships with their team members. This entirely online, self-paced program provides… read more » about Management Skills
The Emerging Leaders course is designed to guide and support recently promoted managers or aspiring leaders in growing targeted leadership… read more » about Emerging Leaders
This program provides information to those interested in learning the strategies, techniques, and concepts of Lean Six Sigma. The program explores… read more » about Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
This curriculum provides the tools and training to be able to communicate persuasively and critically in the workplace. These self-paced, online… read more » about Business Communication
The Legal Nurse Consulting program is designed for the Registered Nurse (RN) interested in learning how to apply their nursing acumen for analysis of… read more » about Legal Nurse Consulting Program
Now offered in the evenings in five, online, virtual (live) sessions! Created by, and offered in partnership with the Society for Human Resources… read more » about Essentials of Human Resources
As the effects of climate change are felt across the globe, the time is now for enacting sustainable, climate-smart policies and solutions. This… read more » about Climate and Sustainability Summer Institute
Owning a small business has both benefits and challenges. On the one hand, small business owners have the freedom to control their own schedules,… read more » about Small Business Management
The Developing Leaders course is designed to equip mid-level managers and leaders of leaders with the skills to navigate both today’s challenges and… read more » about Developing Leaders
Because organizations must innovate to stay alive in today's highly competitive marketplace, organizations need employees who can channel their… read more » about Innovation & Critical Thinking
The Inclusive Leaders course is designed for mid-level managers, HR professionals, leaders, directors, and leaders of leaders who want to… read more » about Inclusive Leaders
Modern business software produces mountains of data; it is up to the professional to examine it and draw meaningful conclusions. This entirely online… read more » about Data Analytics
This online certificate program introduces key issues in entrepreneurship for those looking to start a business on their own. What does it take to… read more » about Entrepreneurship
This online certificate program introduces non-financial managers to the essentials of finance. The course will help you become conversant in… read more » about Finance Essentials
Designed for the Human Resource (HR) professional seeking to stay current within the industry, these online, self… read more » about Human Resources CE Courses Online
This certificate program is designed for individuals who are seeking a career change and the skill set for a… read more » about Paralegal Online Program
This self-paced program is available 24/7 providing you with the flexibility to train at the pace, location and time of your choosing. It aligns with… read more » about Business Analysis - Online
Now offered on Tuesday, evenings 6:00-9:00pm EST via Zoom.*Designed for Human Resource professionals committed to… read more » about Human Resource Management
Agile is a method of project management characterized by the division of tasks into short phases of work and frequent reassessment and adaptation of… read more » about Agile Practitioner
This online, self-paced program is designed to help students learn the principles of data science. Students will earn a certificate exclusively… read more » about Data Science
Salesforce Foundations is an immersive virtual learning program designed to equip students with the essential… read more » about Salesforce Foundations
The Duke University Nonprofit Management program curriculum offers a structured and rigorous grounding in the establishment, operation, and continuation of a successful nonprofit... read more »about the Nonprofit Certificate Individual Classes
Hundreds of participants from across the country take part in the Intensive Track Program designed to give nonprofit professionals the skills and expertise needed to succeed in... read more »about the Nonprofit Certificate Intensive Track
The Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership is a comprehensive program that offers experienced nonprofit professionals the opportunity to increase their capacity for... read more »about the Executive Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership
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The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Duke seeks to engage the minds, elevate the spirit and foster the wellbeing of our members through a wide range of educational programs and opportunities for volunteer service and social activities. We embrace Duke University’s commitment to community service and lifelong learning through our collaborative work with academic and professional groups, retirement communities, various research projects on aging, and other institutes for learning in retirement.
Prerequisite: Algebra II or equivalent Social media is filled with competing and opposing claims concerning whether a college degree… read more » about Applied Econometrics (Online)
What organisms thrive in the unique habitat that exists between the land and the open ocean? What is the human impact on this environment? Explore… read more » about Estuaries & Marshes: Taxonomy of North Carolina Marine Life
Have you ever wondered what your dog is thinking? Or how dolphins learn to work together to catch fish? Or whether a chimpanzee could learn sign… read more » about Animal Cognition
How does cooking food affect what kind of toxicants are formed, and in what quantities? What really happened in Flint, Michigan to cause the high… read more » about Chemical Toxicology
How is sound produced in your headphones, cellphone or tablet? How is electrical energy involved in the process? Electrical engineers use hands-on… read more » about Audio Engineering
Have you used ChatGPT and other forms of AI (Artificial Intelligence)? How does AI influence diverse aspects of our lives, both in ways that we’re… read more » about Technology and AI
Prerequisite: Algebra II or equivalent Social media is filled with competing and opposing claims concerning whether a college degree… read more » about Applied Econometrics
Have you ever wondered how the seemingly two unrelated fields of math and sports intertwine? Or how simple data analyses can help lead underdogs to… read more » about Sports Analytics
How do genes evolve over time? What do genes have to do with conservation efforts for endangered species? How might studying gene variants contribute… read more » about Population Genomics
What drives Elon Musk’s thriving empire? How does Apple’s strategy help it succeed? How do firms interact with their customers, suppliers, and… read more » about Entrepreneurship
What makes the stories you love – whether told through film, graphic novel, or traditional text – so memorable? How can you enhance your storytelling… read more » about Crafting a Short Story
How is it possible for you to smell any of your favorite or not-so-favorite aromas? Why are you able to see in color? What allows you to hear music,… read more » about Neural Integration and Sensory Pathways
Do you enjoy getting carried away by your imagination? Does creating novel characters, scenarios, and worlds inspire you? Immerse yourself in a world… read more » about Creative Writing
Do you want to build the next generation of spacecrafts? Does the idea of becoming an astronaut sound thrilling? Perhaps you simply want to… read more » about Aerospace Engineering
How do genes evolve over time? What do genes have to do with conservation efforts for endangered species? How might studying gene variants contribute… read more » about Population Genomics (Online)
How do police enforce laws? How does a defendant’s access to lawyers and legal counsel determine outcomes and justice? Now more than ever, we are… read more » about Criminal Law
What skills do we use to solve the toughest riddles? What is the best way to communicate mathematical ideas to others who may not be as familiar with… read more » about Mathematical Logic and Proofs
How do animators, video game designers, and other graphic artists create compelling characters from a bundle of ideas? Do you have a cast of… read more » about Digital Character Design
Most have heard of sharks, but have you ever heard of their relatives: skates and rays? Did you know that sharks and stingrays are actually closely… read more » about Elasmobranchs
What does technology have to do with the law? How does technology impact the way legal work is done? Emerging technologies create new frontiers that… read more » about Law and Technology
Have you ever wondered how The LEGO® Movie was created? How do animators develop original characters, sets and stories that capture audience emotions… read more » about LEGO Stop Motion Animation
How many different living organisms are there in the ocean? How are such organisms impacted by their surrounding environment? Do marine ecosystems… read more » about Marine Ecology: A Fine Arts Study of Biodiversity within Marine Habitats
The global business environment is in the early stages of what is expected to be an unprecedented period of sustained upheaval and change spurred by… read more » about The Sustainable CEO – Transformative Business Leadership
If you’ve seen a TV courtroom drama, you’re probably familiar with the famous, usually emphatically-delivered attorney line: “I object!” But how do… read more » about Social Psychology and Law
Lights, camera, action! How do you take the chaotic flow of life and craft it into meaningful narratives? What details pull readers in, and how do… read more » about Writers' Studio: Scene Writing
Order, order! Did you know the same skills that could make for a good lawyer could also be applicable to other careers such as policy-makers,… read more » about Mock Trial: Practicing the Tools of Justice
Are you interested in learning about the variety of healthcare professions? How do the roles of healthcare professionals supplement and complement… read more » about Healthcare Professions and Modern Medicine
Building a programming foundation with Python The Duke Summer Coding Camp will provide high school students the opportunity to learn computational… read more » about Coding Summer Camp 2024
Did you know that a school district’s vote for unsustainable tuna lunches may contribute to marine biodiversity depletion halfway across the world?… read more » about Bioethics of Eating
We use numbers for everything, but how did these number systems come to be? How can some of these systems have only a finite amount of numbers? How… read more » about Cryptography
Women rarely held official positions of power in the ancient world, but could they have controlled more than the ancient authors would have us… read more » about Woman Ruler
What makes for breakthrough innovation? What distinguishes great companies from the also-rans? How will AI become a central theme for all leaders in… read more » about Innovation and Business Strategy
Did you know that over 5 billion people worldwide do not have access to safe, affordable surgical care? How do surgeons choose which patients to… read more » about Bioethics in Global Surgery
Do advances in health and medicine pique your interest? Are you motivated to help others and support their well-being? Still determining a career… read more » about Pathways to Health Professions
Curious about lemurs and conservation? Want to learn more about prosimians and human-wildlife interactions? Discover the world of primates and… read more » about Primate Conservation
Are you eager to improve your academic writing abilities? Not sure where to begin with your college essay? Writing is hard work! Contrary to the… read more » about Academic Writing: Composing the College Essay
Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a song? What skills, knowledge, and technology go into taking a musical idea in your head and turning it… read more » about Digital Music Production
What impacts do environmental problems have on our local and global communities? How can we tackle these issues? Importantly, how can entrepreneurs… read more » about Environmental Innovation
What will the future of urban living look like? How can innovative technologies and creative engineering solutions be used to design and optimize… read more » about Smart Cities
Have you ever considered how your creative thinking may help you launch a new business or reach potential clients? Do you want to generate or enhance… read more » about Graphic Design and Entrepreneurship
Do you want to gain life skills and knowledge that will be an asset now and into your future? Enhance your financial literacy and learn some of the… read more » about Financial Literacy
Do you want to learn how to engage an audience with just the sound of your voice? Is the ability to communicate difficult, complex topics a vital… read more » about Podcasts: Digital Storytelling
Creating powerful narration out of personal experiences is the fundamental challenge of all writing. Whether we are listening to a friend, watching a… read more » about Powerful Narrative
Did you know that empires endured for more than two millennia before finally giving way to the world of nation-states we take for granted? The most… read more » about The Politics of Empire
Are you fascinated by the dynamic world of medical research? Do breakthroughs in vaccine development, patient treatments, and community engagement in… read more » about Medical Research Panels
Ever wonder how you will be remembered generations from now? Throughout history, art has been a key to learning about the people and environments… read more » about Exploring Art History through Museums, Galleries, & Archives
What does the day-to-day life of a lawyer look like? How does a trial actually work? What’s the difference between criminal and civil cases?… read more » about Politics, Law, and Advocacy
How can we better understand and interpret the science of marine sustainability? You might be surprised to learn that fisheries are one of the most… read more » about Ocean Sustainability
Have you ever questioned if superhero-like regeneration could happen? How do scientists and engineers create materials that mimic the properties of… read more » about From Gel to Sell: Research, Ethics, and Business of Biomaterials
From Julius Caesar to the World Wars, from space travel to the Internet, from online gaming to cryptocurrency — cryptography (the art and science of… read more » about Exploring Cryptography Through Gamified Programming
Are you a fan of shark week or the movie, Jaws? Do you find sharks fascinating or even awe-inspiring because of the might of the Great White and… read more » about Wonders of Sharks
Are you inspired by the arts? Do you enjoy learning about different techniques, mediums and artists? Hone your skills as an artist and get hands-on… read more » about Mixed Media Art
How do ecosystems work? Can we protect and restore natural environments? What role might artistic processes like “upcycling” play for… read more » about Environmental Art: Exploring Ecology with Upcycled Materials
What makes a great leader? Are there specific ethical commitments good leaders must have? How can texts such as stories and paintings teach us about… read more » about Leadership Development
Do you enjoy spending time outside studying the natural environment? Are you inspired to learn new artistic methods such as plein air painting?… read more » about Botany through the Arts
What organisms thrive in the unique habitat that exists between the land and the open ocean? What is the human impact on this environment? Explore… read more » about Estuaries & Marshes: Adaption and Survival of North Carolina Marine Life
Demands for recognition of “historical wrongs” and the redress of grievances have abounded in the post-World War II era, especially in countries… read more » about Truth, Justice, and Reconciliation in Post-Conflict Societies
Are you eager to improve your academic writing abilities? Not sure where to begin with your college essay? Writing is hard work! Contrary to the… read more » about Academic Writing: Composing the College Essay (Online)
Why do engineering interventions often fail? How can we improve the engineering design process to address points of failure? What does human-centered… read more » about Engineering Solutions for Global Health: Human-Centered Design
What does it take to create your own universe? What makes a story genuinely fantastic? Every engaging source of entertainment starts with… read more » about Writers' Studio: Speculative Fiction
Duke employees and area residents who wish to take courses in the arts and sciences for credit on a non-degree basis, or as an auditor, do so through Duke’s Office of Continuing Studies. The director of Academic Services for Continuing Studies students is Kim Price; she may be contacted at kprice@duke.edu or (919) 684-5375.
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