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Professional Development

Power Your Next Move. Strengthen Your Future.

Build momentum in your career with more than 200 professional development programs designed for working adults. From industry-recognized certification to licensure prep and hands-on bootcamps, UNC Charlotte gives you the tools, training, and connections to grow and fuel growth across our region.

Programs That Work as Hard as You Do

Whether you’re building new skills, earning credentials, or preparing for your next big move, our flexible professional development options are designed to meet you where you are and take you where you want to go.

Certificates & Microcredentials
Gain in-demand skills and credentials you can put to work immediately — in business, tech, leadership, and more.
Bootcamps
Build job-ready skills through immersive, fast-paced training in high-growth fields like data analytics, coding, and cybersecurity.
Online Professional Development
Build career-focused competencies through flexible online programs that stand alone or complement a degree pathway.
Exam Prep Courses
Prepare with confidence for industry-recognized exams and certification tests across a wide range of fields.

Success That Shapes Your Career and Community

UNC Charlotte learners are leveling up their careers and lifting up their communities. With new skills and fresh confidence, they’re driving innovation, sparking growth and creating lasting impact. Their success shows what’s possible when ambition meets opportunity.

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UNC Charlotte went above and beyond to make returning to education feel seamless and welcoming.
Scottie Harris
Town Manager, Weaverville, NC

Resources for Professionals

Tap into the tools, guidance, and support you need to grow. Learn how to work with your employer to cover tuition and course fees, reduce out-of-pocket costs, and connect with a network of UNC Charlotte professionals advancing their careers.

Workforce Development

Build a stronger, more skilled workforce with training programs tailored to your goals. From upskilling to reskilling, we offer flexible, employer-driven solutions that deliver measurable impact.