FALL 2022
PROGRAMS AND COURSES
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Writing for The Balance Careers, career expert
Alison Doyle said, “To keep up with trends in
your industry, compete for jobs and do your
best work, you need to refresh your skills. …
Continuing your education helps you sharpen
your skill set, embark on new career paths and
stay current with any professional licensure.”
Doyle’s words remind us of Karen Larkin,
Jennifer Gallmann, Elaine Buonopane and
so many other students in our University of
Delaware Division of Professional and
Continuing Studies (UD PCS) programs.
Although Larkin, Gallmann and Buonopane
were already established professionals
balancing careers with their families and
additional commitments, they all recognized
the value of investing in continuing education
and were rewarded for their time and effort.
Friends and former coworkers, Larkin and
Gallmann enrolled in our Project Management
Certificate program together in spring 2020
and supported each other throughout the
class, which led to their subsequent, successful
pursuit of the coveted Project Management
Professional (PMP) certification. At the same
time Larkin and Gallmann were enhancing
their project management skills, longtime
M. Davis & Sons employee Elaine Buonopane
was participating in our Advanced Social
Medial Marketing for Business Certificate
program. Along with positive responses to
her implementation of the course’s lessons by
those outside the organization, her work was
recognized internally with a promotion to
marketing and digital media specialist.
Just as stocks, bonds, real estate and other
investments are generally bought with the
intention of increasing one’s wealth, the
wealth of skills, knowledge and confidence
provided by an investment in continuing
education can also pay handsome dividends.
Much like a scrolling stock ticker, this guide is
filled with an array of possible investments.
In addition to Larkin’s, Gallmann’s and
Buonopane’s stories, you can read about all of
the other personal investment opportunities
we have brought to market, including
Professional Drone Pilot: Ground School
and FAA Part 107 Test Prep, UD Montessori
Teacher Residency (UDMTR), Clinical Trials
Management, Predictive Analytics and
Data Mining, Foundations of R for Data
Analysis, and the Osher Lifelong Learning
Institute.
Responding to the needs of in-demand
industries, we are pleased to introduce three
programs to our listings: Foundations of
Brewing Science and Brewery Operations,
Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Practitioners
and Managers, and Instructional Designer
Certificate. Providing benefits and resources
to help you succeed, we have also launched
UD PCS Career Services for students in many
of our noncredit professional development
programs.
Our prices do not fluctuate throughout the
day like businesses on the stock market, but
we certainly do all we can to help you buy
low and gain high returns on your investment.
In addition to scholarships and payment plans,
we have a variety of discounts that you may
qualify for. Thanks to the Elevate Delaware
initiative, you could be eligible to complete a
noncredit professional development program
from UD at no cost to you.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any
questions you have about how we can help
you make a sound investment in continuing
education, where there is always a bull market.
Hope to see you soon!
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UD PCS programs pay dividends
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career, enhance their professional skills or enrich their
personal life. UD PCS also provides customized training and
educational services to area businesses, organizations and
professional associations.
As the adult and nontraditional learners’ portal to the
University of Delaware, UD PCS impacts thousands of
students each year through UD credit courses and degree
offerings, professional development courses, certificate
programs, specialized conferences, workshops and lifelong
learning member cooperatives throughout the state.
Through UD PCS, the University of Delaware extends its
vast resources, research, technology and knowledge to the
community, the region and the world. UD PCS provides:
• Academic advisement and career counseling
• Credit courses and degree completion
• Customized learning and community partnerships
• Lifelong learning opportunities
• Pre-college programs
• Professional development programs and courses
• Online learning opportunities through UD Online
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2 ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT AND
CAREER COUNSELING (ACCESS CENTER)
4 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
4 Business & IT
15 Drone Training
16 Education
20 Engineering & Science
21 Food & Hospitality
23 Healthcare/Health Sciences
27 Law Program
28 Pre-College Programs
29 Safety
30 Test Prep
18 PROGRAMS-AT-A-GLANCE
Pullout grid for quick course schedules and details
31 UD ONLINE
36 OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE (OLLI)
NEW PROGRAMS FOR FALL
Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Practitioners
and Managers ..................................................................................5
Instructional Designer Certificate......................................16
Foundations of Brewing Science and
Brewery Operations....................................................................21
Fall course delivery format
While many of our continuing education courses are
traditionally offered through an in-classroom learning
format, many fall 2022 courses will be taught in a
live-online format via videoconferencing. Should a
change occur in course delivery format, enrolled
participants will be notified as soon as possible.
For information about the University of Delaware’s
response to COVID-19, see udel.edu/coronavirus.
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The UD Professional & Continuing
Studies ACCESS Center:
Academic advisement, credit registration,
and career exploration and assessment
The ACCESS Center provides free academic advisement,
career exploration and assessment, and credit registration
assistance. Advisors are available to help you achieve your
educational and career goals.
ACCESS Center services and resources include:
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Academic advisement for new or returning students,
including assistance with course/program selection and
registration.
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Career exploration and counseling, including administration
of career inventories.
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Unofficial transcript evaluation and curriculum review for
prospective transfer students.
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Assistance with the University’s admission and readmission
processes.
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Information regarding UD resources and student services.
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Information on University policies and procedures.
Explore your options! Contact the ACCESS Center to
schedule an appointment.
Email: acce[email protected] • Phone: 302-831-8843
pcs.udel.edu/access
Power Up Your Career Seminars
LIVE-ONLINE—Free and open to the public
Special career- and personal branding-focused seminars
provide immediately applicable tips and strategies for your
professional goals. All seminars are offered live-online,
via Zoom.
See pcs.udel.edu/power-up for more information.
Credit courses and degree
completion
Whether you are a high school student seeking the challenge
of college coursework, an adult looking to start or complete
a degree, or someone interested in taking individual courses
for personal, educational or professional enrichment, you
may take UD courses as a nonadmitted student. You do not
have to be officially admitted to the University to get started.
As long as you meet the course requirements or prerequisites,
many University courses are available to nonadmitted
students. A wide variety of courses are offered in the evening
and online.
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The fall semester begins Aug. 30.
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For the latest information regarding the UD academic
calendar, consult udel.edu/registrar/cal.
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Ready to search for a course? Visit udel.edu/courses.
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Ready to register? Visit pcs.udel.edu/registration.
Over-60 Tuition-Free Program for matriculated
Delaware residents
If you are a Delaware resident age 60 or older, you may
pursue a University of Delaware degree without paying
tuition. You must apply and be accepted (matriculated) to
qualify. Visit pcs.udel.edu/60-tuition-free-degree.
Want more information? Contact the Professional
and Continuing Studies ACCESS Center at
acc[email protected] or 302-831-8843.
Lifelong learning opportunities
The University of Delaware hosts Osher Lifelong Learning
Institute (OLLI) programs in New Castle, Kent and Sussex
counties and online for adults to enjoy classes, teach,
exchange ideas and learn together. Try out a new language,
meet with a passionate discussion group or revisit your
favorite areas of study from the comfort of your home or
on location. These volunteer-based academic cooperatives
offer hundreds of courses each year, with no grades or
exams and no educational prerequisites. See page 36
for details.
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Customized learning and
community partnerships
The University of Delaware provides customized programs
designed to help your business or organization achieve its
training and employee development goals. Professional
coaching, executive education and customized training
programs are tailored to your organization’s needs and can
be delivered online, on-site or on campus.
Customized training
We design and deliver customized training for current open
enrollment programs in business, healthcare and others, as
well as executive education programs that meet the specific
needs of your organization. We utilize the advanced expertise
and experience of University of Delaware faculty and
external subject matter experts to provide exceptional
learning opportunities for your team.
Comprehensive instructional design and course
delivery solutions
Our strong knowledge of instructional design techniques,
technology applications and adult learning styles enables
our educators to produce and deliver classroom-based and
online programs tailored to your needs.
Professional executive coaching
We help organizations develop employee strengths, address
challenges, improve productivity and increase job satisfaction.
We design new or enhance your existing coaching programs,
including executive-level services.
Benefits to your organization
Outsourcing your organization’s professional development to
UD enables your employees to focus their efforts on core
business issues that affect your bottom line.
Other benefits include:
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Strengthening your workforce through proven leadership
programs.
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Optimizing work processes with project management and
occupational safety programs.
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Improving relationships through diversity, teamwork and
communications programs.
Contact us to discuss your customized learning and
community partnership needs.
Professional development
programs and courses
UD PCS offers a variety of ways for you to build your
credentials and move ahead in your career. Certificate
programs, seminars, conferences and short courses provide
you with practical knowledge and skills as well as resume-
building credentials. Our faculty and adjunct instructors
combine strong academic backgrounds with extensive
real-world experience. Programs include:
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Business & IT—Business Analysis, Business Analytics,
Cybersecurity, Design Thinking, Digital Marketing, Founda-
tions of R for Data Analysis, Microsoft® Excel, Nonprofit
Leadership, Predictive Analytics and Data Mining, Project
Management, Sales Development Science, Sales Opera-
tions Science, Self-Paced Programs, Social Media Market-
ing
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Drone Training—Ground School and FAA Part 107 Test
Prep
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Education—Instructional Design, UD Montessori Teacher
Residency
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Food and Hospitality—Brewing Science and Brewery
Operations
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Healthcare—Advanced Telehealth Coordinator, Clinical
Trials Management, Dental Symposium, Eastern Shore
Medical Symposium, RN Refresher
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Law—Paralegal, LSAT Prep
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Pre-College—UD Dual Enrollment, SAT/ACT Prep
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Safety—COSS (Certified Occupational Safety Specialist)
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Test Preparation—ACT, GMAT, GRE, LSAT, SAT, Praxis
See pages 4–30 for complete program listings.
Online learning opportunities
through UD Online
More than 240 University of Delaware credit courses—as well
as 26 degree programs, certificate programs or professional
development programs—are offered online, and more are
developed every year. Ranging from an associate in arts to
an MBA or M.S. in mechanical engineering, online programs
from the University of Delaware are ideal solutions for stu-
dents and professionals seeking to advance their education
while accommodating their busy schedules. See pages 31–
35 for program listings.
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | LIVE-ONLINE
Business Analysis
Certificate
Bridging the business/IT divide
A business analyst bridges the “understand-
ing gap” between an organization and its
technology, functioning as a type of transla-
tor who converts business needs into meas-
urable IT requirements and solutions. To
succeed in this role, the business analyst
must have a broad range of business,
technical and interpersonal skills, including
being able to effectively write and review
detailed functional specifications as well as
develop and test systems based on those
requirements.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
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IT professionals new to business analysis
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Employees currently working in or
interested in moving to a position in which
business analysis skills would be useful
SCHEDULE:
Business Analysis Module 1:
Foundations of Business Analysis
Tuesday, September 20 and
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Business Analysis Module 2:
Eliciting and Documenting Requirements
Tuesday, October 11 and
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Business Analysis Module 3:
Requirements Analysis and Design
Definition
Tuesday, November 8 and
Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Business Analysis Module 4:
Solution Deployment and Evaluation
Tuesday, December 6 and
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
All classes are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
LOCATION: Live-online
PRICE: $995 per module; course materials
included. Payment plan, scholarships
and potential discounts available,
including: Early registration, Military,
UD student or alum, 2 or more (group).
Save $600 and become eligible to earn
a University of Delaware Certificate of
Completion by registering for all four
Business Analysis modules at the same
time. Offered at a bundled rate of
$3,380, this equates to more than a
15% discount versus registering for each
module individually
pcs.udel.edu/business-analysis
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Business Analytics
Science Certificate
Delivered online, the Business Analytics
Science Certificate program is taught by
industry experts and covers the key areas
required to be effective at utilizing data to
help an organization optimize its business
processes by making better, more informed
decisions. In this 10-week course, you will
learn key concepts and strategies, get
hands-on practice (with feedback from
experts) and earn in-demand credentials.
Along with creating a Business Analytics
Playbook to help a real-world company
leverage data to extract and visualize
actionable insights using the latest tech-
niques and industry tools, you will also
learn strategic concepts such as data
modeling, accessing data with SQL,
data visualization and KPI development.
In addition, you’ll walk away with hands-on
technology experience and be fully
prepared to take your Tableau Desktop
Specialist Certification exam. Weekly, you
should expect to spend four to six hours
engaging with on-demand content
created by industry experts, including
activities and assignments in the online
learning portal. Additionally, weekly live-
online, one-hour, optional but recom-
mended group sessions are available for
engaging in real time with peers, experts
and mentors.
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Free Live-Online
Information Sessions
Join us for the following live-online
information sessions to learn more about
fall 2022 professional development
programs, speak with instructors and
ask questions about the programs
you’re interested in.
Tuesday, July 26
7–8 p.m.
Business Analytics Science
Business Analysis
Design Thinking Workshop
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Foundations of Digital Marketing
Foundations of R for
Data Analysis
Microsoft® Excel
Nonprofit Leadership
Predictive Analytics and
Data Mining
Project Management
Sales Development Science
Sales Operations Science
Social Media Marketing
Business and IT programs
Meeting information
sent upon registration
pcs.udel.edu/info-session
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
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Individuals considering a career in an
analytics-related capacity who want to
build data-oriented skillsets and gain
their Tableau Desktop Specialist
Certification
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Business-focused professionals looking
to develop new skills to expand career
opportunities or improve potential for
advancement in marketing, sales, finance,
business operations, human resources or
other related fields
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Recent graduates looking to gain a big-
picture understanding of business
analytics and build in-demand skills
employers are seeking
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Entrepreneurs looking to grow their
business by utilizing skills in data
extraction, modeling and visualization
SCHEDULE: Classes start monthly. Please
visit our website for schedules.
LOCATION: Online
PRICE: $1,999, course materials included.
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CREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE OR IN-CLASS
Business Essentials
Certificate
Undergraduate credit certificate program
focused on business essentials for non-
business professionals. See page 32.
SHORT COURSE | LIVE-ONLINE
Design Thinking
Workshop
Design thinking is a foundation of innova-
tive products and memorable user experi-
ence (UX). It is an iterative process in which
we seek to understand the problem, get to
know the user, challenge assumptions and
redefine problems in an attempt to identify
alternative strategies and solutions that
might not be instantly apparent with our
initial level of understanding. At the same
time, design thinking provides a solution-
based approach to solving problems by
embracing creativity techniques, customer
co-creation and experimental design. It is
a way of thinking and working as well as
a collection of hands-on methods.
Immerse yourself in the value of design
thinking with this two-day workshop that
covers the framework, mindsets and
proven techniques to achieve superior
solutions to the problems of your business.
Gain hands-on experience with the tools
and templates via a real design thinking
challenge that focuses on a common user
experience problem. This training is meant
for aspiring design thinkers, UX designers,
product managers, design strategists and
innovators, as well as existing practitioners
and executives seeking to incorporate
design and human-centricity into company
strategy in order to optimize customers’ and
employees’ experiences with their company/
products/services/brands.
Team pricing of $5,980 for five members of
the same organization is available. Organi-
zations purchasing seats for a group are
encouraged to have the participants bring
a real-life challenge they would like to
solve to the class.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
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Executives
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Product managers
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Business analysts
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Customer experience leaders and
customer success managers
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IT and solution designers
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Operational excellence and Lean Six
Sigma personnel
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Change managers
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Marketing managers
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Business and sales managers
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Entrepreneurs
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UX and UI Practitioners
SCHEDULE: Tuesday and Wednesday,
October 18 and 19, 2022, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
LOCATION: Live-online
PRICE: $1,495. Course materials included.
Scholarships and potential discounts
available, including: Early registration,
Military, UD student or alum, 2 or more
(group).
pcs.udel.edu/design-thinking
NONCREDIT COURSE | ONLINE
NEW! Cybersecurity
Fundamentals for
Practitioners and
Managers
Cybersecurity is an essential topic for
many businesses, schools, banks and other
organizations. As our lives evolve online,
it is critical to prioritize securing our online
identities and assets. Additionally, with
online business transactions becoming a
standard, every employee must understand
how to keep information and their networks
safe. Designed to give participants a gen-
eral awareness of cybersecurity and to
familiarize them with basic tools and
terminology, this course covers fundamen-
tals of cybersecurity and acts as a starting
point into a cybersecurity career. The goal
is to provide participants with the skills to
enable them to transition into a cybersecu-
rity operations or administrator role. No
prior cybersecurity experience is required.
Topics include:
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Cybersecurity terms
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Networking
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Attacks, vulnerabilities, threats
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Security assessments, mitigation and
penetration testing
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Cybersecurity framework
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Risk assessments
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
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Anyone interested in a career change
who possesses an interest in technology
and security
SCHEDULE: Self-paced course with seven
optional live-online, instructor-led sessions
on Wednesdays, September 21–
November 2, 2022.
LOCATION: Online
PRICE: $1,495. Potential discounts available
including: Early registration, Military,
UD student or alum.
pcs.udel.edu/cybersecurity-fundamentals
NONCREDIT COURSE | ONLINE
Foundations of Digital
Marketing
What is digital marketing and why does it
matter to businesses? How can you incor-
porate digital into your marketing mix to
meet your audience online? The objective
of this course is to introduce foundational
marketing concepts needed for digital
marketing. Participants will learn to:
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Define digital marketing terms
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Differentiate between the characteristics
of traditional and digital marketing
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Differentiate among inbound and out-
bound marketing strategies
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Distinguish between the different digital
channels and the opportunities they
provide for business online
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UD PCS Social Media Marketing program aids local business
By Adam S. Kamras
Recognizing the need for M. Davis & Sons to significantly ramp up
its social media presence about 10 years ago, the industrial
construction company’s CEO, Peggy Del Fabbro, tasked longtime
employee Elaine Buonopane with leading the effort.
Buonopane, a marketing and operations coordinator at the time,
had been dabbling in social media and
knew she had a lot to learn. Embracing
the challenge posed to her by Del Fabbro,
she began attending seminars and
conferences in an attempt to gain all
the knowledge she could about social
media marketing.
“I credit Peggy with really making a
marketing push toward social media,”
said Buonopane. “She said we are missing the boat if we don’t get
out there and do it. With her behind me, I just kind of went for it.”
Taking a strategical approach
Though she was comfortable with the act of posting on various
social media platforms, such as Facebook and LinkedIn, Buonopane
knew she needed to acquire a greater understanding of the
strategic process of doing it for a business.
“I wasn’t really sure what to post and how to go about it, and I
didn’t want us to look foolish,” said Buonopane. “There is also the
time factor of working it into your schedule. It’s like having another
mouth to feed. You have to take care of it.”
Acknowledging the forward strides she was making on Del Fabbro’s
request and her desire to keep progressing, Buonopane’s supervisor,
Christina MacMillan, encouraged her to enhance her education by
enrolling in the Advanced Social Media Marketing for Business
Certificate program offered by the University of Delaware
Division of Professional and Continuing (UD PCS). In spring 2020,
Buonopane completed the 15-week online course, which teaches
students with fundamental to midlevel social media marketing
skills to effectively and successfully leverage the power of social
media to support organizational goals,
and said the quality and variety of the
material presented was a lot more
than she expected.
“I learned how to take a brand that is
looking for social media marketing and
build its presence from the ground up,”
said Buonopane. “Because it was an
advanced class, we dug in deep with lessons on strategies,
campaigns and how to really gain some traction.”
Serving multiple purposes
One of the first lessons Buonopane benefited from was how to
conduct an audit on a company’s social media activities. By
assessing what an organization has done on social media and
what it is trying to accomplish, a strategy can be developed.
While the obvious intent is to increase business for the company
headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, M. Davis also uses its
platforms to attract future employees, interact with its current
staff, bring awareness to its training programs for students and
connect with members of the region.
“For M. Davis, it is not just about construction,” said Buonopane.
“It’s about what we do for Delaware and how we help and
Lessons help student’s career advancement
“I think I can attribute my promotion
to the University of Delaware.
The two classes I took were
awesome and really key.”
—Elaine Buonopane
impact our local communities. The class helped me evolve our
content and attract a wider audience. People do not want to
follow a construction company that just shows employees welding
or moving large pieces of equipment. That is great, but it is just
one piece of the puzzle. We need to have a rotation that includes
fun posts, interesting posts, industry-related posts and community-
related posts.”
Buonopane has used the teachings from the class to implement
several targeted campaigns, including one to increase brand
awareness and another to encourage people to register for a free
webinar with an M. Davis subject matter expert about a power
distribution product. Her campaigns have been utilizing video
production, which she learned a lot about in the program.
Convenient online format
Conducted in an asynchronous format, students in the University
of Delaware’s Advanced Social Media Marketing for Business
Certificate program review the materials when it is best for their
schedule. Though there are weekly deadlines to meet, being able
to study the lessons on her time and not having to travel to class
worked very well for Buonopane, a mother of three who balances
her career with her family and other commitments.
“While there is value to an in-person experience, I definitely
appreciated the online format,” said Buonopane. “I probably got
more out of it by being able to do the readings and watch the
videos when I could instead of rushing to class after dropping one
of my kids off in the driveway following a practice and not being
prepared or fully present for what we were working on.”
Job well done
Along with positive responses to her targeted campaigns by
those outside the organization, her work has been recognized
internally by her coworkers, including Del Fabbro. In December
2020, Buonopane was promoted to marketing and digital media
specialist. In addition to continuing to handle and grow the social
media for M. Davis, she has been charged with heading a rebuild
of the company’s website.
“Social media engagement was, and still is, an important marketing
strategy for M. Davis & Sons,” said Del Fabbro. “Years ago, I believed
that getting active on our social platforms would increase our
visibility. Working with Elaine to increase our social media started
a push toward digital marketing. She has developed engaging
content and posts and has launched new channels for M. Davis.
Through UD’s Advanced Social Media Marketing for Business
Certificate program, Elaine was well-equipped to manage our
social channels and digital media.”
Expert and supportive instruction
Buonopane gives great credit to the knowledge she gained and
the productive online learning format to Nancy Dibert, program
director and instructor for the UD PCS Social Media Marketing
program and CEO of EPIC Marketing Consultants.
“Even though the class was remote, I definitely did not feel like I
was on my own,” said Buonopane. “I could email Nancy, send her
a message through the Facebook group where all of the class
materials were downloaded or post a question within a module,
and she was always super responsive and available. She welcomed
the students’ conversations, input and comments and was helpful
in guiding the discussions. I never felt like I was asking a stupid
question.”
Buonopane also appreciated that the curriculum can be adapted
to the makeup and needs of any organization.
“You can come from a large business and you can come from a
mom and pop kind of business,” said Buonopane. “There really is
information that helps every level of business. It is not just geared
for a Fortune 500 company with a massive budget.”
Classes open for registration
Because of her positive experience in the Advanced Social Media
Marketing for Business Certificate program, Buonopane also
participated in Dibert’s Search Engine Optimization short course.
Along with several other digital marketing short courses, Search
Engine Optimization is in the process of being converted to an
online, on-demand format. The first course of the series,
Foundations of Digital Marketing, is open for registration.
“I think I can attribute my promotion to the University of Delaware,”
said Buonopane. “The two classes I took were awesome and
really key. I cannot wait for the next digital marketing classes that
are rolled out.”
The fall session of the Advanced Social Media Marketing for
Business Certificate program begins Sept. 6. For those seeking
introductory level education, UD PCS also has an online
Fundamentals of Social Media Marketing Certificate course.
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Distinguish examples of digital media
used in digital marketing
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Coordinate a competitive analysis
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Differentiate between types of bench-
marking
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Conduct a SWOT analysis
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Develop a brand standard
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Discover target audiences and craft
audience personas
•
Create customer journey maps and
marketing funnels
•
Craft a brand story
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Anyone involved in the planning,
implementation or measurement of
digital strategies or who would like to
pursue a career in these areas
SCHEDULE: Self-paced class can be
started anytime.
LOCATION: Online
PRICE: $495. Potential discounts available
including: Early registration, Military,
UD student or alum.
pcs.udel.edu/digital-marketing
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | IN-CLASS
Foundations of R for
Data Analysis
Certificate
With the rise of data science and data
analytics over the past decade, the R
programming language has become
increasingly valuable for organizations. R
is an open-source, statistical programming
language that allows users to easily
extract, clean, visualize and model data.
Whether your goal is to become a data
scientist or to move beyond Excel, R is a
valuable tool to acquire. In this course,
participants will learn to utilize the R
programming language in order to per-
form data analysis in a work context. They
will understand how to perform an ex-
ploratory data analysis with a focus on
the tidyverse, the cohesive collection of R
packages. In addition, participants will
gain an understanding of tools that are
necessary to perform these analyses in the
workplace, including Git and R Markdown.
This foundational level course welcomes
anyone to enroll, and no programming
experience is required. It focuses on the
mechanics of programming with R and not
on statistical modeling techniques.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Excel users looking to switch to more
programmatic ways of completing
analyses
•
Current college students needing to
utilize R for future coursework
•
Anyone considering a career change into
data science or data analytics
SCHEDULE: Mondays, September 26–
November 14, 2022, 6–9:15 p.m.
LOCATION: Arsht Hall, Wilmington, Del.
PRICE: $1,495. Scholarships and potential
discounts available, including: Early
registration, Military, UD student or
alum, 2 or more (group).
pcs.udel.edu/foundations-of-r
MICROSOFT® EXCEL
Regardless of your role in an office, there
is a good chance you need to be proficient
in the use of Microsoft® Excel. With more
than 2 million recent employment postings
requiring Microsoft® Excel ability, it is one
of the most in-demand occupational skills.
The software’s broad range of applications
can be utilized for everything from simple
number-crunching to complex business
decisions. Our foundational and advanced
classes are designed to equip you with
the skills needed in today’s job market.
All students should have Microsoft® Excel
365 or a previous version.
$1,175 bundle pricing for all three
Microsoft Excel courses, save over $300!
NONCREDIT COURSE | LIVE-ONLINE
Microsoft® Excel
Essentials
Gain the foundational skill set needed to
navigate throughout the Microsoft® Excel
application with confidence and acquire
familiarity with Excel’s data management
capabilities. Learn to summarize datasets
and prepare a workbook for distribution
on a professional level.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Students, recent graduates and other job
seekers who are looking to add
marketable skills to their resumes
•
Anyone wishing to learn the fundamental
operations of Excel
SCHEDULE: Tuesdays, September 6–
October 4, 2022, 6–9 p.m.
LOCATION: Live-online
PRICE: $495, course materials included.
Potential discounts available, including:
Early registration, Military, UD student
or alum, 2 or more (group), UD employee.
pcs.udel.edu/ms-excel
NONCREDIT COURSE | LIVE-ONLINE
Microsoft® Excel
Advanced Concepts
Gain the skill set needed to work with
complex datasets using advanced functions
and formulas in Microsoft® Excel. Learn
to present data insights using advanced
charting techniques, set up forms for
collaborative workplace projects, and
prepare interactive pivot tables for
distribution on a professional level.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Students, recent graduates and other
job seekers with Excel skills who wish to
learn advanced Excel concepts
SCHEDULE: Thursdays, October 13–
November 10, 2022, 6–9 p.m.
LOCATION: Live-online
PRICE: $495, course materials included.
Potential discounts available, including:
Early registration, Military, UD student
or alum, 2 or more (group), UD employee.
pcs.udel.edu/ms-excel
NONCREDIT COURSE | LIVE-ONLINE
Microsoft® Excel
Advanced Reporting
and Analytics
Gain the advanced skills for creating inter-
active dashboard reports and data visual-
izations in Microsoft® Excel by using the
capabilities of Power View, Power Pivot
and DAX formulas. Focus expands from
traditional pivot tables to state-of-the-art
Power Pivot data modeling.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Students, recent graduates and other job
seekers with Excel skills who wish to
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learn advanced Excel reporting and
analytics.
SCHEDULE: Wednesdays, November 16–
December 21, 2022, 6–9 p.m. (No class on
November 23)
LOCATION: Live-online
PRICE: $495, course materials included.
Potential discounts available, including:
Early registration, Military, UD student
or alum, 2 or more (group), UD employee.
pcs.udel.edu/ms-excel
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | HYBRID
Nonprofit Leadership
Certificate
Designed for staff and board members of
small to midsized nonprofit organizations,
the Nonprofit Leadership Certificate program
provides training for nonprofit leaders
wishing to manage their organizations
efficiently and effectively. Taught by
accomplished trainers in the nonprofit
sector, this course allows participants to
develop action plans for their program or
organization while also providing a valuable
peer-to-peer networking opportunity.
Topics include:
•
Organizational assessment and strategy
•
Financial management
•
Fundraising and grant writing
•
Strategic technology planning
•
Leadership in nonprofit organizations
•
Board governance
•
HR management, employment law
•
Program evaluation
•
Volunteer management
•
Advocacy
•
Marketing
•
Conflict resolution
•
Leadership succession planning
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Executives, midlevel managers and
program managers of nonprofit
organizations
•
Managers and leaders transitioning to
the nonprofit sector from other sectors
SCHEDULE: Thursdays, September 1–
December 15, 2022, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
FORMAT: Hybrid. 8 full-day, in-person
sessions (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.), 7 half-day,
synchronous online sessions (9-11:30 a.m.)
and asynchronous content. Detailed class
schedule available at pcs.udel.edu/
nonprofit-training.
LOCATION: 100 West 10th St., Community
Service Building, Suite 812, Wilmington, Del.
PRICE: $2,595. Discounts and financial
assistance options available. Package
pricing available for organizations that
send more than one person from their
leadership team.
pcs.udel.edu/nonprofit-training
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | IN-CLASS
Predictive Analytics
and Data Mining
Certificate
Turning historical data into
future insights
In today’s business world, data is easier
than ever to collect and store. But it’s the
analysis of the volume, velocity and variety
of data that provides organizations with
insights that can be used toward effective
decision-making and improved business
performance to build future success. This
certificate program brings together statis-
tics, analysis, data mining and both written
and oral communication skills through an
applied approach, providing participants
with the tools to join the rapidly growing
data analytics field.
PREREQUISITE: This course uses statistics
throughout the curriculum. A prior
college-level statistics course and/or
working knowledge of statistics is required.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Business, marketing and operations
managers
•
Data analysts or professionals in any field
who deal with large amounts of data
•
Healthcare industry professionals
•
Financial industry professionals
•
Anyone who wishes to learn how to use
historical data to predict future outcomes
SCHEDULE: Mondays, September 12–
December 14, 2022, 6–9:15 p.m. (Class
meets twice in the final week on
Monday and Wednesday.)
LOCATION: Arsht Hall, Wilmington, Del.
PRICE: $2,895, optional textbook additional.
Payment plan, scholarships and poten-
tial discounts available, including: Early
registration, Military, UD student or
alum, 2 or more (group).
pcs.udel.edu/data
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | LIVE-ONLINE
Project Management
Certificate
Learn project management best
practices and theories for
Waterfall, Agile and Hybrid
methodologies
Successful companies and organizations
in all fields use project management to
achieve breakthrough results. The powerful
and versatile tools of project management
are transferable to any work environment
and can be used to manage any project.
Participants in this course learn by applying
these tools and experiencing both the art
and science of managing a successful
project through the project life cycle.
Whether you are new to the project man-
agement discipline or looking to formalize
your project management experience,
this course provides current foundational
knowledge to boost your project manage-
ment skills. Participants will define a project
and explore best practices in predictive
(Waterfall), adaptive (Agile) and Hybrid
project methods, applying the tools required
for successful project delivery. Students
acquire a set of functional tools and
techniques that can immediately be
applied in the workplace.
This course provides current foundational
knowledge and offers an opportunity to
earn the professional development units
(PDUs) required by the Project Management
Institute (PMI®) to maintain certifications or
earn the contact hours needed to apply for
a certification exam. While delivering best
practices, this course is not specifically
designed for exam preparation. The
curriculum is aligned with the current PMP®
exam content outline and applies principles
from the PMBOK® (A Guide to the Project
Management Body of Knowledge®) and
the PMI® Agile Practice Guide, as well as
references from other leading publications.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Newly promoted/aspiring project
managers
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Accountability partners offer mutual support in PCS program
By Adam S. Kamras
Jennifer Gallmann was confident the
Project Management Certificate
program offered by the University
of Delaware Division of Professional
Continuing Studies (UD PCS) could
help her in her career, but she was
still hesitant to enroll.
Gallmann, who earned her bachelor’s degree from UD in 1990 and
completed the PCS Paralegal Certificate program shortly there-
after, has held a variety of project management-related roles
over the years, mostly doing information technology work in the
pharmaceutical industry. Though she knew she had a background
that would enable her to thrive in the program, the midcareer
professional did not know if she was ready to be a student once
again at this point of her life.
“I had not been in a college class in many, many years, so the
thought of going back to school was a bit intimidating to me,”
said Gallmann.
Following some thought as to how the endeavor could be less
daunting, she reached out to one of her friends and former
coworkers, Karen Larkin, to see if she would be interested in
taking the class with her.
Larkin agreed, and the accountability partners completed the
program together in spring 2020. Not only did they support each
other throughout the class, but they continued to provide mutual
motivation during their preparation for the Project Management
Professional (PMP) certification exam, which they both passed later
in the year. While UD’s Project
Management Certificate program
is not a PMP exam preparation
course, it provides current founda-
tional knowledge and offers an
opportunity to earn the contact
hours needed to apply for the
certification exam.
Sharing ideas and observations
“It looked like a really good opportunity, and I thought what better
way to engage in something new than to do it with a friend and
a former coworker,” said Larkin. “Sometimes it can be a little scary
doing something new. You learn much better when it is fun. We
all do better when we have a rapport with the people we are
learning with.”
Along with sharing notes and talking about the various concepts
and topics that were addressed in class, Gallmann and Larkin
enjoyed the opportunity to catch up with each other on a personal
level when time permitted. They regularly took advantage of being
in the program together by having conversations about the material
presented.
“It was really nice to be able to have someone to bounce ideas off
who I was already familiar with,” said Gallmann. “There is no way I
would have passed that exam without this class and without Karen.”
PMP certification highly recognized
Gallmann’s initial interest in the University of Delaware’s Project
Management Certificate program was greatly influenced by her
desire to earn her PMP certification. Though the designation has
Friends take Project Management Certificate course together
“Going into this class, I thought that
I was not going to learn anything new
because I had been doing it for so long,
and I was sorely mistaken.”
—Jennifer Gallmann
Friends and former coworkers,
Karen Larkin (left) and
Jennifer Gallmann (right)
enrolled in our Project Management
Certificate program together
in spring 2020 and supported
each other throughout the class.
been around since 1984 when 56 people took the exam and 43
passed to become the first Project Management Professionals,
its prominence has grown substantially with more than 1 million
certification holders worldwide.
“Companies really now recognize that project management is a
career,” said Gallmann. “I thought it would be a really good career
growth opportunity to have that recognized credential by my
name. That was my motivation.”
More than required hours
While Gallmann might have been inspired to enroll to take a big
step toward certification, she gained a lot more from the program
than the required contact hours. She was especially impacted by
the lessons on resource management, which she has been applying
in her current position as an information technology business
analyst. Being able to plan how to utilize their resources to complete
their work has made her and her team more productive.
“Going into this class, I thought that I was not going to learn
anything new because I had been doing it for so long, and I was
sorely mistaken,” said Gallmann. “I learned a lot.”
Skills widely applicable
Larkin, who has worked in healthcare in various capacities
throughout her career, was not too familiar with the PMP certifica-
tion until Gallmann contacted her. Having earned a bachelor’s
degree in 1990, a master’s in public health administration in 1995
and an MBA in 1997, she was not necessarily looking to add any
more letters next to her name but was interested in increasing
her skill set.
“The PMP certification was not on my radar,” said Larkin. “I was
not seeking it out as part of my career development, but when
Jennifer mentioned this opportunity, I thought it could be a really
good certification to have.”
Though Larkin has had different job titles throughout her career,
she quickly learned how project management skills were applica-
ble to much of what she had done in the past and continues to do
today. She was promoted to the role of associate director for a
large pharmaceutical company last July and partly attributes her
advancement to the PMP certification. The first word that comes
to mind when she thinks about the University of Delaware’s Project
Management Certificate program is stakeholders.
“There are a lot of things that can go wrong in a project, and you
need to make sure you have the right players in the room,” said
Larkin. “You cannot make well-informed decisions unless you are
getting the information you need from the stakeholders, the
people who are likely beneficiaries of your project and are in a
position to make it successful.”
Making in-class connections
While Gallmann and Larkin had the advantage of knowing each
other before the course began, they also learned plenty from their
other classmates and concur that strong connections can be
made during the program as well.
“Whether you know who that accountability partner is going in or
you find your accountability partner during the course, it is so key
and helpful to have someone with a shared goal,” said Larkin. “It’s
very doable, but having an accountability partner makes it that
much easier to accomplish. The course allows you to meet other
people interested in pursuing the certification you can check in
with along the way.”
Touching many industries
With a diverse roster consisting of students working in banking,
nonprofit, healthcare, information technology, military, legal and
other areas, Gallmann and Larkin were able to understand how
project management skills and concepts are applicable across
all industries. The students shared their collective knowledge
and experience on a group project, which Gallmann said was a
big benefit.
“The group project and presentation mirrored the professional
world,” said Gallmann. “When all of us are at work, this is what
we do. None of us work in a vacuum. It is all about collaborating
with colleagues and communicating. The instructor did a great
job of treating us like adults and professional people. It was not
a lecture-exam class.”
Program pivots to online
Though it turned out to be a minor bump in the road, rather than
a roadblock, the course was quickly transitioned from an in-
person to a live-online format when COVID-19 necessitated much
of the world to make a similar shift in March 2020. Gallmann and
Larkin credit their instructor and classmates for enabling a
seamless pivot.
“I am very appreciative that the University and specifically our
instructor were so accommodating and committed to getting
us past the finish line,” said Gallmann. “We’re all professionals,
so whether we were already working at home or just used
technology in our offices, it was not a big deal.”
Continuing to be offered live-online, the University of Delaware’s
10-week Project Management Certificate program begins
Oct.4. Discounts are available, including for two or more
individuals registering from one organization, and a payment
plan is offered. For more information, visit pcs.udel.edu/
project, email [email protected] or call 302-831-7600.
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Project leaders interested in achieving
the next level of management skills
•
Project managers seeking to meet the
project management education hours
requirement for the Project Management
Institute’s PMP® or CAPM® certifications
•
Anyone seeking to better understand
fundamental project management
principles to increase project success,
whether personal or professional
SCHEDULE: Tuesdays, October 4–
December 13, 2022, 6–9:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Live-online
PRICE: $2,595. Payment plan, scholarships
and potential discounts available,
including: Early registration, Military,
UD student or alum, 2 or more (group).
pcs.udel.edu/project
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | IN-CLASS
NEW! 3-Day Project
Management Boot
Camp
Receive a solid foundation in
project management in three
days
The 3-Day Project Management Boot
Camp is designed to provide a solid
foundation for participants who seek to
further their education in the field of proj-
ect management. The delivery of subject
matter is supported by the global standards
of the Project Management Institute® and
PMBOK® Guide—Sixth Edition. To ensure
a collaborative project environment,
participants will work in teams to enhance
effective organizational leadership and
change skills for managing projects and
engaging stakeholders. Through the fos-
tering of critical thinking and analytical
decision making skills, participants will be
able to apply the integration of the project
life cycle processes and knowledge areas
for the effective management of projects.
To effectively teach these skills, a combi-
nation of classroom lecture, participant
exercises, group activities and discussion
are used to reinforce the learning and
main objectives.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Newly appointed or aspiring project
managers
•
Experienced project leaders who want
to take their management skills to the
next level
•
Managers who want to apply the
discipline of project management to
make their organizations more effective
and more competitive
•
Business and management professionals
who want to enhance their planning and
resource management knowledge
•
Project managers seeking an entry into
the Project Management Institute’s
PMP® (Project Management Professional)
certification process
SCHEDULE: August 9-11, 2022, 8 a.m.–5
p.m.
LOCATION: College of Earth, Ocean and
Environment—Hugh R. Sharp Campus,
700 Pilottown Road, Lewes, Del.
PRICE: $1,595. Potential discounts available,
including: Early registration, Military,
UD student or alum, 2 or more (group).
pcs.udel.edu/project-management-
boot-camp
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Sales Development
Science Certificate
The explosion of new technologies has
transformed selling activities within any
sales team. Tools, data, analytics, protocols
and processes now play as big a role as
persuasion and persistence. The Sales
Development Science Certificate explores
the science behind these activities and
the data-driven strategies for developing,
managing and converting sales leads and
pipeline into revenue. Delivered online, this
10-week course is taught by industry
experts and covers all of the key areas
required to sell more efficiently and
effectively. Along with creating a Sales
Development Playbook to advance a
real-world company’s sales team efforts
for increased sales performance and
revenue, you will learn strategic concepts
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302-831-8843
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Funding available for
noncredit professional
development
The Delaware Department of Labor’s Elevate Delaware program helps fund profes-
sional development and training opportunities for individuals and employers. If you
meet program eligibility requirements, you could complete a UD professional devel-
opment noncredit program at no cost to you!
With $1.5 million allocated to Elevate Delaware, the program is available to individu-
als who work in Delaware for organizations with fewer than 51 employees. “The
Elevate Delaware program provides an excellent opportunity for individuals to obtain
significant funding to help meet their professional development goals, as well as for
employers to obtain support for training and development for their staff and team
members,” said Vic Wang, director of UD PCS noncredit professional programs.
Providing up to $10,000 to eligible individuals enrolling in approved noncredit profes-
sional development programs, the program enables Delaware workers to earn
valuable credentials from the University of Delaware's Division of Professional and
Continuing Studies (UD PCS). Funding may also be available to help Delaware
organizations build and facilitate customized UD professional development courses
for their employees or members.
For details, visit pcs.udel.edu/elevate-delaware.
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such as data management, customer value
proposition and insights, customer personas
and prospecting, pipeline management,
and opportunity development. In addition,
you will have access to a live Salesforce
developer instance where you’ll work
hands-on in the industry-leading CRM
technology. You will walk away with a
curated collection of Salesforce Trailhead
badges to highlight your new skills and
knowledge. Weekly, you should expect to
spend four to six hours engaging with
on-demand content created by industry
experts, including activities and assignments
in the online learning portal. Additionally,
weekly live-online, one-hour, optional but
recommended group sessions are available
for engaging in real time with peers,
experts and mentors.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Individuals considering a career in a
sales-related capacity who want to build
new skill sets and gain in-demand
Salesforce Trailhead badges
•
Early-stage sales or business-focused
professionals looking to fill in their
knowledge and skills gaps and upgrade
long-term growth potential
•
Entrepreneurs and small business owners
looking to maximize lead, pipeline
development and revenue generation
SCHEDULE: Classes start monthly. Please
visit our website for schedules.
LOCATION: Online
PRICE: $1,199, course materials included.
salesdev.pcs.udel.edu
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Sales Operations
Science Certificate
The Sales Operations Science Certificate
program is uniquely designed to give you
the skills and applied learning experience to
kick-start your career or take it to the next
level in just 10 weeks. Delivered fully online,
this comprehensive program is taught by
industry experts and covers all the key
areas required to be effective at driving the
productivity and capacity of a company’s
selling resources. Along with creating a
Strategic Sales Operations Playbook to
help a real-world company engage with
more prospects, produce more pipeline,
improve key processes, make the most of
its data and generate more revenue, you
will walk away with a curated collection
of Salesforce Trailhead trails and badges,
including Sales Performance Analysis, Sales
Team Enablement, Territory Management,
Formulas and Validations, Reports and
Dashboards, and Data Management.
Weekly, you should expect to spend four
to six hours engaging with on-demand
content created by industry experts,
including activities and assignments in the
online learning portal. Additionally, weekly
live-online, one-hour, optional but recom-
mended group sessions are available for
engaging in real time with peers, experts
and mentors.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Recent college graduates considering
a role in a sales capacity
•
Those aspiring to enter or reenter a
sales-related profession and wanting to
build new skill sets and earn related
Salesforce credentials
•
Sales, sales operations or business
analyst professionals with one to three
years of experience looking to upgrade
their skill sets and long-term growth
opportunities
•
Working professionals looking to make
a shift into sales operations or expanding
potential by becoming more knowledge-
able about other aspects of a business,
such as finance, business operations or
other related areas
•
Anyone who wants to acquire new
and in-demand technology skills in a
sales role
SCHEDULE: Classes start monthly. Please
visit our website for schedules.
LOCATION: Online
PRICE: $1,199, course materials included.
salesops.pcs.udel.edu
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Fundamentals of
Social Media Marketing
Certificate
In today’s ever-changing landscape,
organizations need effective social media
marketing strategies to reach their full
potential. This program introduces students
to leveraging social media to build and
extend brand awareness, increase visibility,
engage current and potential customers,
cultivate brand ambassadors, gain new
customers, promote growth and support
organizational goals.
Students will learn the fundamentals and
best practices—monitoring and listening,
audience engagement, content curation,
campaign planning and execution, tools
and resources, and measuring results—
for using social media for marketing on
current, new and emerging platforms,
including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn,
Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube and Pinterest.
As they explore utilizing social media to
support organizational goals, students will
view presentations and materials at their
convenience and receive detailed feed-
back on assigned knowledge checks
throughout the self-paced course. They
can also schedule a time to meet with the
instructor for further discussion.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Business owners who want to utilize or
optimize social media marketing to reach
their clients
•
Aspiring social media managers
•
Marketing and communication
professionals
•
Consultants
•
Nonprofit employees and volunteers
•
Sales professionals
•
Anyone looking to start a social media
marketing business
SCHEDULE: Self-paced class can be
started anytime.
LOCATION: Online
PRICE: $495. Potential discounts available,
including: Early registration, Military,
UD student or alum.
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Advanced Social
Media Marketing for
Business Certificate
In today’s digital world, brands, businesses
and organizations are turning to social
media for advertising, customer service,
human resources, market research, revenue
growth and more. There are audiences to
be engaged, communities to be managed,
influencers and advocates to be guided,
content to be created, ad strategies to be
developed, profiles to be optimized, and
an assorted laundry list of daily tasks that
need to be addressed.
UD’s Advanced Social Media Marketing
for Business Certificate course teaches
students with fundamental to midlevel
social media marketing skills to effectively
and successfully leverage the power of
social media to support organizational
goals.
Participants will conduct a project for an
organization of their choosing and receive
in-depth, hands-on experience to research,
plan, develop, integrate, execute and
analyze the outcomes of comprehensive
social media marketing strategies, inte-
grated campaigns, targeted content and
paid placement.
Students master skills to drive engagement
through targeted, innovative social media
marketing campaigns, gaining firsthand
experience with industry standard tools
such as Sprout Social and Rival IQ. Class
members learn methodologies for creating,
executing and evaluating goal-oriented
social media marketing strategies across
multiple social media platforms.
Classes include online lectures, multimedia
demonstrations, detailed content and
examples, case studies, open online
discussions, and testimonials from
businesses successfully using social media
marketing. Past guest speakers have
included industry experts Jason Falls and
Samantha Toscano.
This class offers dynamic, interactive,
fast-paced and highly engaging content
to ensure participants are ready to take
on today’s social media landscape.
Students will have until Sunday to
complete each week’s assignments while
working on their individual project. Plan to
allocate eight to 12 hours per week toward
this program.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Aspiring and current social media
managers
•
Marketing and communication
professionals
•
Consultants
•
Nonprofit employees and volunteers
•
Business owners
•
Anyone looking to start a social media
marketing business
SCHEDULE: September 6–December 18, 2022
(self-paced online course with weekly
scheduled assignments and deadlines)
LOCATION: Online
PRICE: $2,495. Payment plan, scholarships
and potential discounts available,
including: Early registration, Military,
Nonprofit, UD student or alum, 2 or
more (group).
pcs.udel.edu/socialmedia
NONCREDIT COURSES | ONLINE
Self-Paced Programs
In collaboration with MindEdge, a leader
in online education founded by Harvard
University and Massachusetts Institute of
Technology educators in 1998 with a
mission to improve the way the world
learns, we are pleased to offer the
following programs that enable you to
learn anytime, anywhere and across
multiple devices. Check our website for
the full list of offerings as new programs
may be added based on demand.
•
AEM®/CEM® Prep (U.S. version)—$399
•
Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®
Exam Prep—$549
•
aPHR(tm) Exam Prep—$395
•
CAPM® Exam Prep Course—$599
•
Certified Global Business Professional
(CGBP) Exam Prep—$799
•
Challenges for Agile Teams—$179
•
CISSP® Exam Prep—$599
•
CompTIA Project+® Exam Prep
Course—$250
•
CompTIA Security+® Exam Prep—$399
•
Foundations of Finance Essentials—
$495
•
Foundations of Human Resource
Management—$495
•
GED® Test Prep Four-Part Bundle—$99
•
Integrating Agile into a Waterfall
Environment—$125
•
Introduction to Agile—$299
•
Introduction to Emergency
Management in the U.S.—$249
•
Lean Basic—$299
•
Lean Six Sigma Basics—$799
•
LEED® Green Associate V4™ Exam
Prep—$329
•
Microsoft® Project Basics—$99
•
Microsoft® Project Intermediate—$99
•
PgMP® Exam Prep Course—$599
•
PHR® Exam Prep—$395
•
Principles of Scrum—$349
•
Project Risk Management: PMI-RMP®
Exam Prep—$599
•
Six Sigma Basics—$499
Foundations of Business Communication
Bundle—$395
•
Communicating Collaboratively—$99
•
Effective Business Writing—$99
•
Effective Emails, Memos, and Letters—
$99
•
Effective Presentations—$99
•
Effective Public Speaking—$99
Foundations of Managing Change and
Resolving Conflict Bundle—$695
•
Communicating Collaboratively—$99
•
Emotional Intelligence for Managers—
$99
•
Handling Difficult Employee Behavior—
$250
•
Handling Workplace Conflict—$99
•
Leading and Managing Change—$99
•
Negotiations: Resolving Disputes—$99
Foundations of Negotiation Bundle—
$249
•
Introduction to Negotiations—$99
•
Negotiations: Making Business Deals—
$99
•
Negotiations: Resolving Disputes—$99
Project Management Professional
Development Unit Bundles
•
Leadership PDU Bundle—$299
•
Strategic PDU Bundle—$299
LOCATION: Online
Potential discounts available, including:
Bundled rates, Military, UD student or
alum, 2 or more (group).
pcs.udel.edu/self-paced
14 •
BUSINESS AND IT
pcs.udel.edu • 302-831-7600
(Noncredit inquiries
)
•
302-831-8843
(Credit inquiries/advisement)
DRONE TRAINING • 15
NONCREDIT COURSE | LIVE-ONLINE
Professional Drone Pilot:
Ground School and
FAA Part 107 Test Prep
Are you certified?
Legally flying a drone for commercial use
requires a Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) Part 107 remote pilot certificate.
Dedicated to serving all aspiring
professional drone pilots, UD PCS has
prepared over 200 individuals for this
valuable certification since the inception of
its award-winning program in 2018. During
this intensive course, flight instructors
provide comprehensive live-online class-
room training by addressing regulations,
airspace, weather, loading and perform-
ance, operations, and other vital topics.
The program can also be presented to
groups of any size via private, on-site
delivery. Please contact UD PCS to discuss
pricing and scheduling options.
SCHEDULE: Saturday, September 17,
Sunday, September 18 and Sunday,
September 25, 2022, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
LOCATION: Live-online
PRICE: $395. Potential discounts available,
including: Early registration, Military,
UD student or alum, 2 or more (group).
pcs.udel.edu/drones
Free Live-Online
Information Session
Learn more about this program, speak
with instructors and ask questions.
Wednesday, July 26
7–8 p.m.
Meeting information
sent upon registration
pcs.udel.edu/info-session
Drone training program
pcs.udel.edu • 302-831-7600 (Noncredit inquiries) • 302-831-8843 (Credit inquiries/advisement)
7 reasons to enroll in Professional Drone Pilot:
Ground School and FAA Part 107 Test Prep
By Paige Fitzgerald, UD PCS instructor
Paige Fitzgerald began flying drones in 2016, and
she has shared her knowledge by teaching many
sessions of the award-winning UD PCS Profes-
sional Drone Pilot: Ground School and FAA Part
107 Test Prep program. Drawing on her experience
as both a drone pilot and an instructor, she has
seven reasons why people should take her class.
1. Drones are fun
If you have already flown drones, you know how much fun it is. You’ll never see some-
body flying a drone who doesn’t think it’s fun to do. It’s a blast.
2. People really like the class
I’m proud to say that we’ve had incredible feedback from our students who really like
what we have done. Our students have a great time and come out of the class feeling
really good about what they have learned.
3. Take the certification test with confidence
Probably the most important reason I can give you to take this class is that if you want
to make money flying drones, you must have the FAA Part 107 remote pilot certificate.
If you get paid to fly drones without the certification, you are doing it in violation of
federal law.
4. Add a professional certification to your resume
Whether you are starting out your career or trying to change paths, it’s always good
to have a new professional certification. When you receive your drone certification,
you can impress your future employers and make your job application stand out.
5. Add a source of income to your household
If you have been noticing people taking real estate pictures and getting hired for other
small jobs here and there and are wondering how you can make some extra money
flying drones, this is a good class for you. This is a fun way to get that extra source of
income for your household.
6. Build your street cred and professional networks
Drones are everywhere, and it is clear who knows what they are talking about and
who does not. If you can show that you know what you are talking about when you
communicate with other drone pilots, you will build your networks and be taken
seriously as a professional.
7. Learn from my mistakes
I can tell you as a person who started out with no experience whatsoever, I spent a lot
of 2016 and 2017 making very stupid mistakes and very expensive mistakes. By telling
you what not to do, I will save you some money before you invest it into buying
equipment and running a business.
16 • EDUCATION
Education programs
pcs.udel.edu • 302-831-7600 (Noncredit inquiries) • 302-831-8843 (Credit inquiries/advisement)
CREDIT DEGREE | HYBRID-ONLINE
Master of Arts in
Economics and
Entrepreneurship for
Educators
Hybrid/online graduate program
preparing educators teaching economics,
entrepreneurship and personal finance.
See page 33.
CREDIT DEGREE | ONLINE
Master of Education in
Teacher Leadership
Online graduate degree program focused
on equipping teachers to be leaders in the
classroom and in their schools. See page 33.
CREDIT DEGREE | ONLINE
Master of Education
in Educational
Technology (M.Ed.)
Online graduate degree designed to
provide both a theoretical and a practical
grounding in educational technology
methods and techniques. Program content
aligns with the International Society for
Technology in Education (ISTE) and the
Association for Educational Communica-
tions and Technology (AECT). See page 33.
CREDIT DEGREE | ONLINE
Master of Education in
Exceptional Children
and Youth (M.Ed.)
Online graduate degree program preparing
teachers to meet the academic, social and
behavioral needs of students with excep-
tional learning needs across all grade levels.
See page 33.
CREDIT DEGREE | ONLINE
Master of Education
in Literacy (M.Ed.)
Online graduate degree program preparing
teachers for certification and career oppor-
tunities as reading or literacy specialists in
their schools and districts. See page 33.
CREDIT COURSE | IN-CLASS
Alternative Routes to
Teacher Certification
(ARTC)
ARTC offers an alternative route to
traditional teacher certification in
Delaware. Through ARTC, qualified
individuals complete certification
requirements while employed as full-time
teachers via education coursework and
intensive, school-based supervision and
mentoring. For details, see artc.udel.edu.
NONCREDIT COURSE | LIVE-ONLINE
Praxis Core Live-Online
and On-Demand
Online Test Prep
The Praxis Core Math 5733 Live-Online
and Reading and Writing 5713/5723
On-Demand Online Test Prep courses are
designed to help you improve your skills,
confidence and score, all of which increase
your chance of admission into the teacher
preparation or certification program of
your choice.
pcs.udel.edu/praxis-test-prep
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
NEW! Instructional
Design Certificate
This online program is designed for anyone
who wants to become an instructional
designer. The hands-on, applied training
method focuses on providing the opportu-
nity to build out a portfolio of instructional
design projects. Estimated time to complete
the full three-course program is 10 months.
Participants can take some or all of the
courses based on their professional
background and experience.
•
Foundations of Instructional Design
focuses on foundational knowledge for
instructional designers, including major
learning theory principles applicable to
instructional systems design, analysis of
learner needs and use of authoring tools.
•
Curriculum Design for eLearning focuses
on curriculum design, including alignment
of learning objectives, practice and
assessments, and the evaluation of
eLearning modules.
•
Design and Developing eLearning
focuses on developing eLearning modules
Free Live-Online
Information Session
Learn more about this program, speak
with instructors and ask questions.
Wednesday, July 26
7–8 p.m.
Instructional Design Certificate
Meeting information
sent upon registration
pcs.udel.edu/info-session
and applying multimedia design principles,
instructional design frameworks, project
management for designers, and
addressing feedback for continuous
improvement.
The remaining two courses will be
launched in 2023. Please visit pcs.udel.edu/
instructional-design for more information.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Individuals considering a career in
instructional design
FOUNDATIONS OF INSTRUCTIONAL
DESIGN SCHEDULE: October 17–
December 19, 2022
LOCATION: Online
PRICE: $1,995
pcs.udel.edu/instructional-design
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
UD Montessori Teacher
Residency (UDMTR)
The University of Delaware's Montessori
teacher training program combines in-
school teacher residency with coursework
and coaching to provide comprehensive
teacher preparation. Upon successful
completion, participants receive a MACTE-
accredited (Montessori Accreditation
Council for Teacher Education) diploma.
UD's program is relevant for public and
independent Montessori schools and
teachers interested in training for the
Montessori classroom or expanding
Montessori opportunities in their schools.
UDMTR provides support to existing
Montessori schools with coaching and
professional development tailored to each
school’s needs. In partnership with
Montessori Works—Delaware, UDMTR
supports the development of new
Montessori PreK-6 district and charter
schools and early childhood programs.
In addition, we are planning a series of
professional development programs for
teachers and schools. We are proud to be
partnering with First State Montessori
Academy and Sussex Montessori Charter
School. The next teacher cohort launches
summer 2023.
pcs.udel.edu/udmtr
EDUCATION • 17
pcs.udel.edu • 302-831-7600 (Noncredit inquiries) • 302-831-8843 (Credit inquiries/advisement)
program trains innovative,
child-centered educators
According to the National Center for Montessori in
the Public Sector (NCMPS), the number of public
Montessori schools in the U.S. is at 500 and growing,
as Montessori’s progressive, child-centered approach
is adopted in public, charter, magnet and district programs. The University of Delaware’s
Montessori Teacher Residency (UDMTR) program partners with NCMPS to support
schools and districts in the region to initiate new Montessori programs in the public
sector or strengthen existing programs by providing rigorous high-quality Montessori
teacher preparation and school support.
The UDMTR program played a critical role in the 2020-21 launch of Sussex Montessori
Charter School in Seaford, Delaware, with 10 of its new teachers receiving their training
in the program’s inaugural cohort focused on innovative, creative, child-centered
Montessori learning communities with diverse student populations. “With the training
provided by UDMTR, we were able to support bringing public Montessori education to
Sussex County, Delaware,” said program director Linda Zankowsky.
Currently launching its third cohort of teacher-residents this year, UDMTR’s ongoing
teacher cohorts include 16 enrolled teacher-residents from Sussex Montessori as well
as eight from First State Montessori Academy in Wilmington.
Why is Montessori education unique?
Montessori schools fill a unique niche in the public sector, serving children in both rural
and urban areas. Founded by scientist and educator Maria Montessori, hallmarks of
the Montessori method include:
• Commitment to equity — Children’s unique cultures are represented in the classroom
environment, curriculum and activities.
• Hands-on learning — Children learn through observation and experimentation,
engaging with objects, ideas and events to problem-solve and develop.
• Individualized instruction — Montessori’s emphasis on personalized instruction
supports each child’s unique development and abilities while encouraging children
to stretch and challenge themselves to explore new ideas and goals.
• Teachers as guides — In Montessori classrooms, teachers make instructional
decisions focused on developing children’s ability to learn and grow.
• Classroom collaboration — Collaborative relationships between teachers and
children, children and children, and the school and families foster a sense of
community to support each child.
• Emphasis on the whole child — The classroom environment is intentionally designed
to allow children to develop socially, academically and physically.
• Multi-age classrooms — Children learning together in multi-age groups allow for the
classroom community to thrive as children learn from each other and teachers.
Partnering to create strong Montessori school communities
The goal of UD’s Montessori teacher program is to support a strong regional Montessori
community with well-prepared Montessori teachers. Partnering with district and school
leaders, UDMTR can also help support key aspects of developing and launching a
Montessori program, including logistics of starting a Montessori program, preparing
teachers and school leaders, partnering to secure grants and other funding sources.
For more information about UDMTR, visit pcs.udel.edu/udmtr.
PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE
SUBJECT PROGRAM DATES/TIME LOCATION PRICE DELIVERY METHOD FORMAT PG. NO.
BUSINESS & IT
DRONE
EDUCATION
Advanced Social Media Marketing for Business Sept. 6–Dec. 18 Online $2,495 Online Certificate 14
Business Analysis Tues.–Wed., Sept. 20–21, Oct. 11–12, Nov. 8–9, Dec. 6–7 Live-online $995/module or Live-online Certificate 4
9 a.m.–4 p.m. $3,380/certificate bundle
Business Analytics Science Classes start monthly Online $1,999 Online Certificate 4
Business Essentials Online Online Certificate 32
Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Practitioners Wed., Sept. 21–Nov. 2 Online $1,495 Live-online Course 5
and Managers
Design Thinking Workshop Tues.–Wed., Oct. 18–19, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Live-online $1,495 Live-online Course 5
Foundations of Digital Marketing Classes start anytime Online $495 Online Course 5
Foundations of R for Data Analysis Mon., Sept. 26–Nov. 14, 6–9:15 p.m. Wilmington $1,495 In-class Certificate 8
Fundamentals of Social Media Marketing Classes start anytime Online $495 Online Certificate 13
Graduate Certificate in Socially Responsible Online Certificate 32
and Sustainable Apparel Business
Graduate Certificate in Strategic Communication Online Certificate 32
Microsoft® Excel Essentials Tues., Sept. 6–Oct. 4, 6–9 p.m. Live-online $495 Live-online Course 8
Microsoft® Excel Advanced Concepts Thurs., Oct. 13–Nov. 10, 6–9 p.m. Live-online $495 Live-online Course 8
Microsoft® Excel Advanced Reporting Wed., Nov. 16–Dec. 21, 6–9 p.m. Live-online $495 Live-online Course 8
and Analytics
Master of Accounting Practice (MAP) Online Degree 32
Master of Arts in Economics and Entrepreneurship Hybrid-Online Degree 33
for Educators (M.A.E.E.E.)
Master of Arts in Strategic Communication (M.A.) Online Degree 32
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Online Degree 32
Master of Public Administration (MPA) Online Degree 33
Master of Science in Applied Statistics (M.S.) Online Degree 32
Master of Science in International Business (M.S.) Online Degree 30
Nonprofit Leadershi p Thurs., Sept. 1–Dec. 15, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Wilmington $2,595 Hybrid Certificate 9
Predictive Analytics and Data Mining Mon., Sept. 12–Dec. 14, 6–9:15 p.m. Wilmington $2,895 In-class Certificate 9
Project Management Tues., Oct. 4–Dec. 13, 6–9:30 p.m. Live-online $2,595 Live-online Certificate 9
3-Day Project Management Boot Camp Aug. 9–11, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Lewes $1,595 In-class Certificate 12
Sales Development Science Classes start monthly Online $1,199 Online Certificate 12
Sales Operations Science Classes start monthly Online $1,199 Online Certificate 13
Self-Paced Programs Classes start anytime Online Various Online Course 14
Drone: Ground School & FAA Part 107 Test Prep Sat., Sept. 17, Sun., Sept. 18, Sun., Sept. 25, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Live-online $395 Live-online Course 15
Instructional Design Oct. 17–Dec. 19 Online $1,995 Online Certificate 16
M.A. in Economics & Entrepreneurship for Educators Hybrid-online Degree 33
Master of Education in Teacher Leadership Online Degree 33
Master of Education in Educational Technology (M.Ed.) Online Degree 33
Master of Education in Exceptional Children and Youth (M.Ed.) Online Degree 33
FOOD/HOSPITALITY
HEALTHCARE &
HEALTH SCIENCES
LAW
SAFETY
TEST PREP
Master of Education in Literacy (M.Ed.) Online Degree 33
Montessori Teacher Residency Hybrid and In-Classroom Certificate 17
Alternative Routes to Teacher Certification (ARTC) In-class Course 16
Praxis: Core Math or Reading & Writing Visit pcs.udel.edu/praxis-test-prep for details. Live-online Course 33
Graduate Certificate in Applied Bioinformatics Online Certificate 33
Graduate Certificate in Biomedical Informatics Online Certificate 34
and Data Science
Graduate Certificate in Composites Manufacturing Online Certificate 32
and Engineering
Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Online Certificate 34
Graduate Certificate in Minerals, Materials and Society Online Certificate 34
M.S. in Cybersecurity Online Degree 34
M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering Online Degree 34
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) Online Degree 34
Progressive Composite Damage Modeling in July 18, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $695 Online Webinar 20
LS-DYNA Nov. 14, 9 a.m. –4 p.m.
Railroad Engineering Certificate Online Certificate 34
Foundations of Brewing Science and Wed., Sept. 14–Nov. 16, 7–9 p.m. $995 Live-online Certificate 21
Brewery Operations
Advanced Telehealth Coordinator Online Sept. 12-Dec. 19 Online $1,495 Online Certificate 23
Clinical Trials Management Sept. 12-Dec. 12 Online $2,125 Online Certificate 23
Continuing Dental Education Symposium Mon.–Fri., July 18–22, 8 a.m.–noon Rehoboth Beach See page 24. On-site Conference 24
Dietetic Internship Online Certificate 35
Doctor of Nursing Practice Online Degree 35
Eastern Shore Medical Symposium Mon.–Fri., 19-23, 2023, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Rehoboth Beach See page 24. On-site Conference 24
Molecular Diagnostics Hybrid-online Certificate 35
RN Refresher Starts Aug. 31 Online $1,250 Online Course 24
RN to BSN Online Degree 31
Paralegal Certificate Mon./Wed., Sept. 7, 2022–July 26, 2023, 6–9 p.m. Wilmington $3,995 In-classroom Certificate 27
LSAT Prep Multiple live-online offerings Live-online $995 Live-online Course 30
See pcs.udel.edu/lsat-test-prep
Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) Mon.–Fri., Aug. 15–19, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Visit pcs.udel.edu/safety for details $2,649 In-classroom Course 29
Mon.-Fri., Nov. 14-18, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
ACT Prep Multiple live-online offerings Online $475 Online Course 30
GRE Prep Multiple live-online offerings Online $895 Online Course 30
GMAT Prep Multiple live-online offerings Online $895 Online Course 30
LSAT Prep Multiple live-online offerings Online $995 Online Course 30
SAT Prep Multiple live-online offerings Online $475 Online Course 30
ENGINEERING &
SCIENCE
EDUCATION
20 • ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
Engineering and science programs
pcs.udel.edu • 302-831-7600 (Noncredit inquiries) • 302-831-8843 (Credit inquiries/advisement)
CREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Composites
Manufacturing and
Engineering Certificate
Intended to provide the practicing engineer
a strong foundation in the processing-
structure-property relations in advanced
fiber composites. See page 32.
CREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Graduate Certificate in
Applied Bioinformatics
Online graduate certificate program aimed
at working professionals in the life sciences
or in the data and computational sciences
who wish to gain knowledge and practical
experience in bioinformatics. See page 33.
CREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Graduate Certificate in
Biomedical Informatics
and Data Science
Online graduate certificate program aimed
at working professionals in the life sciences
or in the data and computational sciences
who wish to gain knowledge and practical
experience in biomedical informatics and
data science. See page 33.
CREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Graduate Certificate
in Cybersecurity
Online or on-campus graduate certificate
for IT, engineering, computer science or
business professionals wishing to become
security professionals or incorporate
security knowledge and considerations
into their existing career. See page 34.
CREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Graduate Certificate
in Minerals, Materials
and Society
Graduate certificate aimed at industry,
government and civil society professionals
working across mineral and extractive
supply chains. See page 34.
CREDIT DEGREE | IN-CLASS, ONLINE
Master of Science in
Cybersecurity
Online or on-campus graduate degree
for IT, engineering, computer science or
business professionals wishing to become
security professionals or incorporate
security knowledge and considerations into
their existing career. See page 34.
CREDIT DEGREE | ONLINE
Master of Science in
Electrical and
Computer Engineering
Online graduate degree aimed at engineers
with prior degrees in electrical, computer or
mechanical engineering, or in computer
science or mathematics. See page 34.
CREDIT DEGREE | ONLINE
Master of Science in
Mechanical Engineering
(MSME)
Covers not only the foundations of solid
mechanics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer
and dynamics, but also electives in
biomechanics, clean energy and
environment, composite materials and
manufacturing, energy-efficient mobility
systems and smart cities, robotics and
controls, and more. See page 34.
NONCREDIT SHORT COURSE | ONLINE
Progressive Composite
Damage Modeling in
LS-DYNA
Offered by UD’s Center for Composite
Materials, this course is relevant for
engineering and science professionals
who wish to expand their knowledge of
the mechanics of composite materials,
including theory and practice of the
MAT162 composite damage model with
applications to low and intermediate
impact velocities, understanding the
LS-DYNA programming parameters related
to impact-contact, damage evolution,
perforation and penetration of thin- and
thick-section composites.
SCHEDULE: July 18, 2022 and
November 14, 2022, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
LOCATION: Online webinar
PRICE: $695, includes USB flash drive with
course materials
ccm.udel.edu/software/mat162/
mat162_workshop
CREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Railroad Engineering
Certificate
Online graduate certificate program
designed for engineering professionals
who wish to expand their knowledge of
railroad engineering for advancement in
the railroad industry. See page 34.
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | LIVE-ONLINE
NEW! Foundations of
Brewing Science and
Brewery Operations
According to the Brewers Association, the
record high of 9,118 craft breweries in the
United States in 2021 represented a 60%
increase from 2016 when there were just
5,713 craft breweries in the country. With
the surge of craft breweries showing no
signs of slowing down, trained brewers
are in high demand.
This course is designed to give participants
looking to gain entry into the rapidly
growing beer brewing industry, or transition
roles within it, practical knowledge and
hands-on experience to equip them with
an upper hand when pursuing brewery jobs.
In addition, it provides a scientific, yet fun-
filled, opportunity for homebrewing hobby-
ists to elevate their brewing knowledge to
the professional level.
Topics include beer styles and guidelines, raw
materials (hops, malted barley, yeast, water),
hot-side and cold-side brewing operations
(with a focus on cellar operations and entry-
level work), brewery safety and chemical use,
brewing equipment (brewhouse, fermenters,
filters), packaging, and quality.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Anyone looking to make brewing a career
•
Anyone looking to transition roles in a
brewery
•
Anyone looking to take their hobby/
career to the next level
SCHEDULE: Wednesdays, September 14–
November 16, 7–9 p.m.
LOCATION: Live-online with optional
in-person session and beer tasting
October 15, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., at 1937 Brewing
Company, 777 Delaware Park Blvd.,
Wilmington, Del.
PRICE: $995 launch special, $1495 thereafter.
Participants must be at least 21 years old.
pcs.udel.edu/brewing
FOOD AND HOSPITALITY • 21
Food and hospitality program
pcs.udel.edu • 302-831-7600 (Noncredit inquiries) • 302-831-8843 (Credit inquiries/advisement)
Craft Beer Sales and Production in the U.S.
With a sales volume growth of nearly 8% in 2021,
craft brewers’ share of the U.S. beer market rose to 13.1%.
Craft beer now accounts for just under 27% of the U.S. beer market.
Source: https://www.brewersassociation.org/statistics-and-data/national-beer-stats/
Clinical trials certificate program focuses on high-profile field
By Nora Zelluk
The clinical research field has taken
center stage during the coronavirus
pandemic, with daily news cover-
age of infectious disease research
and vaccine development.
UD’s long-running Clinical Trials Management Certificate—now in
its 15th year—has seen dramatically increased enrollment in this
online certificate program focused on the key competencies
involved in the new product development process.
“Media attention made clinical trials a household word, motivating
many professionals looking for new avenues to use their skills,”
said Michele Welch, program director and lead faculty for UD’s
program.
“‘I want something new,’ and ‘I want to contribute more, in a
different way’ is what I’m hearing from recent and current students
enrolled in our program,” added Welch.
Previously offered twice yearly, an annual third cohort of this
program has been added since the start of the pandemic.
Career opportunities in the clinical research field are many and
varied, with employment settings ranging from pharmaceutical
and biotechnology, to medical device companies, contract
research organizations, hospitals, educational institutions, inde-
pendent contractors and more.
Many professionals with a strong science- or healthcare-related
background—such as nurses, pharmacists, medical technologists,
physicians and more—are well-positioned to join the clinical
research field.
“Clinical research is a field for
individuals who have a passion for
leaving their footprint in research
as well as seeing the impact their
efforts make to humankind,” added
Welch, a clinical research profes-
sional with over 20 years’ experi-
ence in global pharmaceutical drug development.
UD certificate program
UD’s Clinical Trials Management Certificate program is aimed at
healthcare professionals who want to learn more about the
clinical research and new product development process in today’s
environment, which includes device, biologicals and drug research.
The curriculum aligns with the Association of Clinical Research
Professionals certification exam. With start dates in February,
May and September, this online 14-week program covers the
logistics of site management, including startup, maintenance, and
closeout, with the corresponding collection and management of
data, as well as regulatory, privacy and compliance issues.
UD students and UD alumni are eligible
for a discount when enrolling in this
program. Discounts are also available
for military personnel and veterans,
and groups of two or more individuals
from one business or organization.
For more information including a
detailed curriculum, or to register,
visit pcs.udel.edu/clinical-trials or
write to con[email protected].
Making an impact in clinical research
“Clinical research is a field for individuals
who have a passion for seeing the
impact their efforts make to humankind.”
—Michele Welch
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NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Advanced Telehealth
Coordinator Online
Certificate
Leverage telehealth technologies
to improve access to healthcare
specialties and services
Telehealth initiatives hold exciting potential
to address healthcare access issues from
shortfalls in critical healthcare specialties
and accessibility issues in underserved
geographic locations. Telehealth also
provides innovative ways to meet the
demands of an aging population, reduce
inappropriate use of emergency depart-
ments, prevent hospital readmissions, bring
care to the most appropriate setting and
more. This 15-week program provides the
foundations of telehealth for the delivery
of healthcare.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
Clinicians and administrators from a
wide variety of healthcare disciplines
including:
•
Physicians, physician assistants
•
Dentists, dental hygienists
•
Nurses, nurse practitioners
•
Health educators
•
Counselors
•
Social workers
•
Physical therapists
•
Occupational therapists
•
Speech therapists
•
IT professionals
•
Prior telehealth experience not required
SCHEDULE: September 12–December 19, 2022
(online course with some scheduled
requirements and assignments)
PRICE: $1,495, program materials included.
Payment plan, potential discounts
available: Early registration, Military,
UD student or alum, 2 or more (group).
4.5 Continuing Education Units
pcs.udel.edu/telehealth
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | ONLINE
Clinical Trials
Management Online
Certificate
Prepare for diverse career
opportunities in this dynamic
and challenging field
Opportunities in the field of clinical trials
management range from the principal
role of investigator to the supportive
tasks surrounding regulatory compliance,
scientific writing, marketing, data
management and more. Employment
settings include pharmaceutical, biotech-
nology, medical device companies,
contract research, hospitals, educational
institutions and independent contractors.
This program covers site management,
data management, U.S. regulatory and
legal implications, safety and auditing,
and marketing a product, including core
concepts consistent with the Association
of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP)
certification exams, a valuable credential-
ing opportunity for clinical research
professionals. For exam details, including
eligibility requirements, visit acrpnet.org.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Clinicians and other professionals
currently involved in the clinical trials
process
•
Professionals with a strong science or
healthcare-related background wishing
to expand their knowledge in the clinical
trials field
SCHEDULE: September 12–December 12, 2022
(online course with some scheduled
requirements and assignments)
PRICE: $2,125, program materials included.
Potential discounts available: Early
registration, Military, UD student or
alum, 2 or more (group).
2.0 Continuing Education Units
pcs.udel.edu/clinical-trials
Healthcare/Health sciences programs
Free Live-Online
Information Session
Join us for the following live-online
information sessions to learn more about
fall 2022 professional development
programs, speak with instructors and
ask questions about the programs
you’re interested in.
Tuesday, July 26
7–8 p.m.
Clinical Trials Management
Telehealth Coordinator
RN Refresher
Meeting information
sent upon registration
pcs.udel.edu/info-session
CONFERENCE
Continuing Dental
Education Summer
Symposium
Current topics for general dentists,
dental hygienists, dental assistants
and dental students
The Continuing Dental Education Summer
Symposium is for general dentists, dental
hygienists, dental assistants and dental
students seeking continuing dental
education and updates in the field. Recent
topics include sleep dentistry, patient
safety and dental safety, pharmacology,
endodontics, and new dental materials
and techniques.
The program is co-sponsored by NDX Dodd
and the University of Delaware’s Division of
Professional and Continuing Studies.
SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, July 18–22, 2022,
8 a.m.–noon
LOCATION: Atlantic Sands Hotel and
Conference Center, Rehoboth Beach, Del.
PRICE: Weekly rate is $750 (dentists) or
$375 (dental hygienists or other team
members); daily rate is $225 (dentists) or
$100 (dental hygienists or other team
members); $80 students (weekly or
daily). Registration includes program
materials, online certificates of attendance
and continental breakfast. Participants
assume responsibility for lodging and all
other meals.
pcs.udel.edu/dental
CONFERENCE
Eastern Shore Medical
Symposium
Comprehensive coverage of
current topics, including COVID-19,
for physicians and other healthcare
professionals
The Eastern Shore Medical Symposium
provides an annual forum for primary care
physicians, family practitioners, advanced
practice nurses and other healthcare
professionals to receive comprehensive
updates on relevant medical topics in a
relaxed, collegial atmosphere. Recent
topics include COVID-19 policies and
pathophysiology, atrial fibrillation, hyper-
tension guidelines, cancer screening and
prevention, and diabetes management.
The conference is jointly provided by
Thomas Jefferson University and the
University of Delaware with promotional
assistance provided by the Medical Society
of Delaware. Thomas Jefferson University
is jointly accredited by the Accreditation
Council for Continuing Medical Education
(ACCME), the Accreditation Council for
Pharmacy Education (ACPE) and the
American Nurses Credentialing Center
(ANCC) to provide continuing education
for healthcare professionals.
SCHEDULE: Monday–Friday, June 19–
23, 2023, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. For details,
visit pcs.udel.edu/esms
LOCATION: Rehoboth Beach Convention
Center, Rehoboth Beach, Del.
PRICE: Registration includes electronically
provided course materials, online certifi-
cates of attendance and daily continental
breakfast. Participants assume responsibility
for lodging and all other meals. Physicians
and faculty: $795; retired physicians: $755;
previous participant bringing a first-time
participant: $695; nurses (professional,
practitioner, case manager) and physician
assistants: $695; residents: $520.
pcs.udel.edu/esms
CREDIT CERTIFICATE | HYBRID-ONLINE
Molecular Diagnostics
Certificate
Hybrid-online plus campus-based certificate
program designed for medical laboratory
scientists working in the clinical laboratory
or in the fields of forensics, biotechnology
and pharmaceutics. See page 35.
NONCREDIT COURSE | ONLINE
RN Refresher Online
Program
Update your nursing knowledge
and skills to enhance your nursing
practice and meet professional
requirements
Have you been out of active nursing
practice? Do you wish to update your
nursing knowledge and return to a clinical
setting? Does your state board of nursing
require a refresher course for licensure
reactivation? The University of Delaware’s
RN Refresher Online Program is designed
to help you expand your nursing options.
UD’s RN Refresher Online Program consists of:
•
An online didactic component providing
the latest updates in evidence-based
nursing practice and patient care man-
agement through a self-study format
•
A clinical component comprised of a
preceptored adult medical-surgical
clinical experience in an acute care
facility (optional for nurses with active
licenses)
•
Learner support available via web, email,
phone and fax
SCHEDULE: 15-week didactic component
begins August 31, 2022. Clinical
component immediately follows and
must be completed by March 1, 2023.
PRICE: $1,250 program fee (early
registration discount through August 1,
2022). Textbooks not included; additional
fees may apply to exam proctoring and
clinical component. Scholarships and
potential discounts available, including:
Early registration, Military, UD student
or alum.
pcs.udel.edu/rn-refresher
CREDIT DEGREE | ONLINE
RN to BSN Program
Online program for registered nurses
wishing to earn a bachelor of science in
nursing. See page 31.
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)
•
302-831-8843
(Credit inquiries/advisement)
The University of Delaware’s Division of Professional and Continuing
Studies (UD PCS) recently began offering an expanded suite of
career-focused resources to UD PCS certificate program students.
Participants enrolled in designated noncredit professional
development programs now have access to resources and tools
like resume review, career path coaching and mock interviewing
sessions as well as to selected career resources through the UD
Career Center.
“This has been a recurring request from both prospective and
current students as well as UD PCS graduates and faculty,” said
Vic Wang, director of UD PCS noncredit professional programs.
“They’ve asked us about extra career resources to help navigate
a career change, optimize their job search and maximize potential
opportunities that may come with adding a new credential to
their resumes,” added Wang.
“It’s an exciting development,” said Debra Fields, the new program
manager for UD PCS career services. “In addition to directly
providing some great career services to our certificate program
students, we’ve also collaborated with the UD Career Center to
enable students’ access to important resources that historically have
been available primarily to matriculated UD students and alumni.”
With a background in human services counseling and executive
leadership, Fields works with certificate program students to help
assess their career goals and career paths, providing one-on-one
coaching and support while they’re enrolled in the UD PCS pro-
gram, as well as for a follow-up period after program completion.
Students will also be able to attend UD career and networking
events – both in-person and virtual – as well as participate in the
Handshake network, a database of thousands of internships and
jobs posted specifically for UD students and alumni.
In addition to the resources and support offered through the new
UD PCS career services initiative, students can take advantage of
free academic advisement and career exploration provided by
the UD PCS ACCESS Center. ACCESS Center services include
academic advisement, educational planning and career exploration,
all offered at no cost to prospective and existing continuing
education students, as well as the larger community.
For more details, including a complete list of UD PCS career
services eligible programs, visit pcs.udel.edu/career-services.
Power Up Your Career Online Industry Insights
This fall, UD’s Division of Professional and Continuing Studies
(UD PCS) is again offering its Power Up Your Career series free of
charge, with a new focus on insights and networking opportunities
with industry insiders.
The upcoming series
will feature interactive
sessions with experts
and leaders from three
industries, each night’s
session focused on one
of the following: health-
care, legal and fintech
(financial technology).
Panelists include
recruiters, executives
and other experts who
will share updates and
current events from their
fields, as well as partici-
pate in interactive Q&A
with attendees.
Power Up Your Career seminars have been a regular UD PCS
offering for a decade. Since the pandemic, the series has been
offered at no cost with the goal of offering relevant career tips
to members of our community facing professional and personal
challenges, receiving over a thousand registrations since 2020.
The online sessions meet via Zoom videoconferencing; schedule
to be determined. Participants are invited to register for the entire
series or individual sessions. Registration is free, but RSVPs are
required.
Visit pcs.udel.edu/power-up for the schedule, presenter
details, session descriptions and to RSVP.
Career coaching | Resume review | Mock interviewing
UD career/networking events | Internship and job database
POWER UP YOUR CAREER
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
HEALTHCARE
LEGAL
•
FINTECH
Join us for interactive
sessions with industry
insiders, executives
and recruiters.
pcs.udel.edu/power-up
UD PCS expands
career resources
UD PCS provides data analyst training options
By Adam S. Kamras
While data is easier than ever to
collect and store, knowing what to
do with it and how to analyze it is
a challenge, especially for those
without the proper training. From
boosting customer acquisition and
retention, managing risk, and
identifying the source of product
performance problems, to predicting competitive bond-buying
bids, putting together a winning baseball roster, and countless
other functions, skilled professionals possessing the unique combi-
nation of computational, analytical and communication proficien-
cies necessary to discover data-supported solutions to important
business questions are invaluable to an organization’s success.
Employed in numerous industries, a variety of educational paths
can be taken to hone one’s data analyst skills. Two of these routes
are provided by UD PCS via its Predictive Analytics and Data
Mining Certificate and Foundations of R for Data Analysis Certifi-
cate programs. Depending on a person’s interests and background,
either course—or both—could be a good fit.
Predicting outputs as a function of inputs
Taught by a pair of retired DuPont employees, Steven P. Bailey and
Aaron J. Owens, Predictive Analytics and Data Mining addresses
how to define the goals of a project, identify or collect appropri-
ate data, analyze the data to determine a solution, and communi-
cate the results effectively to others.
“The more data you have, the more you are going to get a lot of
statistically significant information that may not be of practical
importance or good at predicting the future,” said Bailey. “If suitably
organized into a spreadsheet or a worksheet, we can use a
number of techniques all focused on coming up with models that
predict one or more outputs as a function of our inputs.”
Whereas predictive analytics refers to the use of statistics and
modeling techniques to make predictions about future outcomes
and performance, data mining is
a process used to turn raw data
into useful information.
“The whole purpose of what
we’re trying to do is get a model
that is exactly the appropriate
complexity for the data set that’s
sitting there,” said Owens.
JMP Pro is the primary analytics software used throughout the
Predictive Analytics and Data Mining Certificate program. The
menu-driven commercial software package does not require
programming skills and allows users to perform predictive modeling
and cross-validation techniques as well as other actions.
Perform data analysis with R
Rather than using a software tool like JMP Pro—or in addition to it—
some data analysts employ programming languages to perform
their tasks. Foundations of R for Data Analysis instructor Ryan
Harrington’s programming vehicle of choice is R, a free and open-
source statistical language that enables users to extract, clean,
visualize and model data.
Using R to support learning the basics for an aspiring data analyst
or a data scientist while focusing on the mechanics of program-
ming with it and not on statistical modeling techniques, Harington,
the director of strategy and operations, Delaware Data Innovation
Lab at Tech Impact, said he is teaching a data analytics course
supported by computer programming rather than what he would
call a true programming course. Though programming is the
means to the end, his goal is to train the students to be capable
data scientists or data analysts.
“I’m not just teaching the language of R; I’m teaching the mindset
for how a data analyst would go about doing their job,” said
Harrington. “The Predictive Analytics and Data Mining course
teaches the methods, and Foundations of R for Data Analysis
teaches about a programming language that can be used to
perform the methods.”
Two programs teach in-demand skills
“The Predictive Analytics and Data Mining
course teaches the methods, and
Foundations of R for Data Analysis
teaches about a programming language
that can be used to perform the methods.”
—Ryan Harrington
NONCREDIT CERTIFICATE | IN-CLASS
Paralegal Certificate
Create a new career path or
advance in your current position
as a paralegal or legal assistant
Paralegals fill a vital role in the legal
community, and for more than 42 years
the University of Delaware’s Paralegal
Certificate program has been preparing
legal assistants and paralegals in the
region. Taught by a faculty of experienced
attorneys, the program covers the
American system of law, court systems and
procedures, legal research and
writing, and the major branches of law.
Employers are waiting for you!
•
NEW! Partnership with Delaware
Department of Justice.
•
NEW! Internship with Morris, Nichols, Arsht
& Tunnell LLP.
•
Frequent outreach from area firms
seeking paralegals from our program.
•
Growth is expected in corporate legal
departments, insurance companies, real
estate and title insurance firms, and banks.
•
Opportunities are projected to expand in
the public sector.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Anyone wishing to change careers
•
Anyone wishing to enter the field of law
and legal services
•
Anyone with legal experience wishing to
earn a valuable credential
•
Anyone considering law school
SCHEDULE: September 7, 2022–
July 26, 2023, Mondays/Wednesdays,
6–9 p.m.
LOCATION: Arsht Hall, 2700 Pennsylvania
Ave., Wilmington, Del.
PRICE: $3,995, textbooks additional.
Payment plan, scholarships and
potential discounts available, including:
Early registration, Military, UD student
or alum, 2 or more (group), Delaware
State Bar Association, Delaware
Paralegal Association and Delaware
County Paralegal Association.
23.4 Continuing Education Units
pcs.udel.edu/paralegal-institute
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Law program
Free Live-Online
Information Session
Join us for a live-online information
session to learn more about the fall
2022 Paralegal Certificate program,
speak with instructors and have your
questions answered.
Tuesday, July 26
7–8 p.m.
Paralegal Certificate
Meeting information
sent upon registration
pcs.udel.edu/info-session
PARTNERSHIP DISCOUNTS
Thanks to our partnerships with local
legal organizations, employees of the
Delaware State Bar Association
(DSBA) and its member firms and
members of the Delaware Paralegal
Association (DPA) and the Delaware
County Paralegal Association
(DCPA) are eligible to receive a 15%
discount when registering for UD PCS
Paralegal Institute classes.
UD CREDIT COURSES
FOR HIGH SCHOOL
STUDENTS
Individual enrollment
in UD credit courses
High school students interested in taking
credit courses as Continuing Education
Non-Degree (CEND) students are required
to schedule an appointment to meet with
an ACCESS Center academic advisor (see
page 2). ACCESS advisors are available
to answer questions, offer guidance and
assistance with course selection and
registration, and provide required forms.
Advisors are available to support students
throughout the process.
INTERESTED IN GETTING STARTED?
Contact the ACCESS Center to make an
appointment with an advisor prior to
enrolling.
acc[email protected] or 302-831-8843
pcs.udel.edu/pre-college
UD Dual Enrollment:
Earn college credits
while still in high school
Through established partnerships with
participating high schools, academically
qualified juniors and seniors can
simultaneously earn high school and
college credits by taking designated
University of Delaware courses.
Students can:
•
Learn from expert faculty at one of the
nation’s top research universities.
•
Get a head start on college while saving
time and money.
•
Gain experience taking college-level
courses.
•
Take courses not available at their
schools.
•
Enhance their college applications.
Online courses are one of the options for
students in UD’s Dual Enrollment Program.
Students may enroll in one or more of the
designated online courses taught by UD
faculty. Although course offerings may
change, typical offerings include::
ANTH 101: Introduction to Social
and Cultural Anthropology
Major ideas and areas of study in social
and cultural anthropology. (3 credits)
BUAD 100: Introduction to Business
Survey of basic business concepts designed
for non-business majors. (3 credits)
HDFS 202: Diversity and Families
Examination of diverse families in the
United States with a focus on issues of
race, ethnicity, social class and gender.
(3 credits)
NTDT 200: Nutrition Concepts
Functions and sources of nutrients, dietary
adequacy, energy balance and metabo-
lism with emphasis on health promotion.
(3 credits)
HOW TO GET STARTED
Contact your school’s guidance office to
find out if your school participates in UD
Dual Enrollment.
pcs.udel.edu/high-school-dual-enrollment
Early College Credit
Program
Academically qualified juniors and seniors
from participating Delaware public, charter
and private high schools may take UD
general education courses offered through
the UD Early College Credit Program at no
cost, simultaneously earning both high
school and college credit. Students may
take a maximum of two courses per
semester—four courses per year. Upon
successful completion of courses, students
are awarded college credit. For those
students who are admitted to UD, these
credits will decrease the time to
completion and cost of a UD bachelor’s
degree. Students can also apply UD credit
toward degrees at other universities and
colleges, pending approval by the receiving
institutions.
pcs.udel.edu/early-college-credit-
program
COLLEGE TEST PREP:
EARN HIGHER ACT AND
SAT SCORES
Standardized tests are crucial components
of the college application process. The
University of Delaware partners with
Educational Testing Consultants (ETC), a
leader in higher education test preparation,
to offer intensive programs that provide
students with the tools they need to excel.
A limited number of need-based
scholarships are available for students
enrolling in test prep programs. Courses
are offered in person and live-online.
See page 28 for details.
pcs.udel.edu/test-prep
ACT Live-Online
Test Prep
This test prep course is an intensive
program that provides students with the
tools they need to excel on the ACT exam.
See page 30.
pcs.udel.edu/sat-test-prep
SAT Live-Online
Test Prep
This test prep course is an intensive
program that provides students with the
tools they need to excel on the SAT exam.
See page 30.
pcs.udel.edu/sat-test-prep
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Pre-college programs
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PROFESSIONAL SAFETY
TRAINING INSTITUTE
The University of
Delaware’s Division of
Professional and Continuing Studies part-
ners with the Delaware Valley Safety
Council to offer training for entry-level to
experienced safety professionals as well as
organizational leaders focused on promoting
workplace safety culture and performance
excellence. All programs are taught by
Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainers.
NONCREDIT COURSE | IN-CLASS
Certified Occupational
Safety Specialist (COSS)
Become a trained safety
practitioner
Developed by expert safety practitioners
focused on the core competencies of
occupational safety and health, the Certi-
fied Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS)
designation is recognized nationwide for
its rigorous standards and outstanding
curriculum. COSS graduates are able to
teach their employees and colleagues how
to work safely and eliminate the risk of
fatalities and near misses—and avoid
safety violations and OSHA citations.
Participants who successfully
complete the program earn
the nationally recognized
COSS designation, which is endorsed by the
American Association of Safety Councils
and the American Council for Construction
Education.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
This course is designed for entry-level
safety professionals as well as experienced
safety practitioners wishing to stay current
in the field. Safety training is applicable to
a wide range of industries, including
construction, manufacturing, transporta-
tion, energy and utilities, public safety and
security, healthcare, food, government and
human resources.
PREREQUISITE: High school diploma or
equivalent.
SCHEDULE: In person: August 15–19 or
November 14–18, 2022, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
LOCATION: 501 S. College Ave., Newark, Del.
(refer to the website for location details)
PRICE: $2,649 (in-person) UD alumni,
military and GBCA discount available.*
pcs.udel.edu/coss
Safety programs
*Contact the Delaware Valley Safety
Council at 856-558-8797 or
detraining@dvsconline.org to apply any
discount. Only one discount may be
applied per enrollment. General Building
Contractors Association, Inc. (GBCA)
members receive a discount when
enrolling in COSS.
Free Live-Online
Information Session
Join us for the following live-online
information session to learn more about
fall 2022 professional development
programs, speak with instructors and
ask questions about the programs
you’re interested in.
Wednesday, July 26
7–8 p.m.
Occupational Safety (COSS)
Meeting information
sent upon registration
pcs.udel.edu/info-session
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NONCREDIT COURSE | LIVE-ONLINE AND IN-CLASS
College Test Preparation
Courses
Live-online and in-class test
preparation and review tools to
help you perform at your peak
Standardized tests are a crucial component
of the college and graduate school applica-
tion process, and success on these exams
can be a big part of achieving your goals.
These test prep courses are intensive
programs that provide students with the
tools they need to excel on their exams.
Students are provided with an in-depth
review of the exam materials, insight into
strategies for succeeding on each exam
and a comprehensive study plan. An official
study guide, a customized workbook and
online resources are provided with each
course. These programs are offered in
partnership with Educational Testing
Consultants (ETC), a leader in higher
education test preparation.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
•
Rising high school juniors taking the SAT
or ACT for college admissions
•
Undergraduates preparing to take the
GRE, GMAT or LSAT for admission to
graduate school or law school
•
Future teachers taking the Praxis for
certification or admission to
colleges/schools of education
•
Anyone wishing to continue their
education at the college/university or
graduate level
PRICE: See website for current pricing.
Scholarships and potential discounts
available, including Military, UD
dependents, Delaware residents.
LOCATION: Courses offered live-online and
in person. See website for details.
pcs.udel.edu/test-prep
ACT
(Multiple live-online offerings)
pcs.udel.edu/sat-test-prep
GRE
(Multiple live-online offerings)
pcs.udel.edu/gre-test-prep
GMAT
(Multiple live-online offerings)
pcs.udel.edu/gre-test-prep
LSAT
(Multiple live-online offerings)
pcs.udel.edu/lsat-test-prep
SAT
(Multiple live-online offerings)
pcs.udel.edu/sat-test-prep
OTHER EXAM PREP OFFERINGS
Praxis
See page 16 for more information.
Test prep programs
FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE
Need-based financial aid is available
for students enrolling in the ACT, SAT,
GMAT, GRE or LSAT test prep programs.
Applications are accepted on a rolling
basis, with preference given to submis-
sions received at least three weeks prior
to the applicable course start date.
pcs.udel.edu/test-prep
TEST PREP FREE
STRATEGY SESSIONS
ACT/SAT Strategy
Workshop
(LIVE-ONLINE)
9–10 p.m.
Thursday, September 8
Thursday, September 22
Thursday, October 6
GMAT Strategy Workshop
(LIVE-ONLINE)
9–10 p.m.
Tuesday, August 16
Wednesday, October 5
GRE Strategy Workshop
(LIVE-ONLINE)
9–10 p.m.
Wednesday, July 6
Thursday, July 28
Tuesday, August 30
Wednesday, September 28
Thursday, October 27
LSAT Strategy Workshop
(LIVE-ONLINE)
9–10 p.m.
Wednesday, August 10
Tuesday, September 13
Wednesday, October 5
CREDIT UNDERGRADUATE
DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES
Associate in Arts Online
The Associate in Arts Online is a liberal
arts degree representing completion of
approximately half of a UD bachelor of
arts degree. If you have previous college
credit, this may be transferable into the
program, and you can begin taking
courses prior to formal admission to the
degree. Consult with an ACCESS Center
advisor to choose courses and customize
your program. A UD degree is closer than
you think!
CONTACT: acce[email protected]
302-831-8843
pcs.udel.edu/associate-arts-online/
Bachelor of Science in
Nursing (RN-to-BSN)
The University of Delaware School of
Nursing’s RN-to-BSN program provides
licensed registered nurses the opportunity
to earn their BSN degree through online
study. Building on basic nursing knowledge
to enhance nursing practice in an increas-
ingly complex society, the curriculum
further develops students’ scholarly writing
skills, leadership skills, research knowledge
and use of evidence-based practice to
provide a growth experience for the
actively practicing registered nurse.
Providing year-round learning opportunities
for degree completion, courses are offered
in fall, winter, spring and summer.
CONTACT: acce[email protected]
302-831-8843
https://www.udel.edu/academics/
colleges/chs/departments/son/
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UD Online programs
Study with flexibility
At the University of Delaware, we offer a
learning environment designed to help you
expand your skills and further your career.
We do this through discovery-based
learning, applied research and dynamic skill
building. This proven academic approach extends to all of our online degree
programs and non-degree courses. When you choose to study with UD, you gain
access to our expert faculty and our leading-edge curriculum, all with the
flexibility that comes with online learning.
Online programs from the University of Delaware are ideal solutions for students
and professionals seeking to advance critical skills with a leading research university
while accommodating their busy schedules. Explore all of these options at
online.udel.edu.
University of Delaware—a top-ranked education
Take advantage of e-learning opportunities at a top-ranked, research-focused
university with a wide array of programs, departments, schools and centers.
• U.S. News and World Report names UD No. 38 nationally among top public
universities.
• Kiplinger's, Forbes, Princeton Review and MONEY rank UD among “best value”
schools.
• UD is named among the Top Veteran-Friendly Schools by U.S. Veterans Magazine.
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Please visit online.udel.edu,
write to con[email protected]
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Certificate of Business
Essentials
Through a combination of online and
campus courses, this certificate offers
students and working professionals in
non-business fields the opportunity to
earn a business-related certificate. The
program is comprised of four targeted
courses from UD’s Alfred Lerner College
of Business and Economics:
•
Economic Issues and Policies
•
Survey of Accounting
•
Introduction to Business
•
Fundamentals of Finance
CONTACT: acce[email protected]
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CREDIT GRADUATE
DEGREES AND CERTIFICATES
BUSINESS
Master of Accounting
Practice
Within this AACSB accounting-accredited
program, you’ll study with renowned faculty
to gain a solid understanding of accounting,
the assurance function, tax regulations,
business law and the business environment
and graduate ready to sit for the CPA exam.
CONTACT: 844-237-1338
business.online.udel.edu/sp-map
Master of Science in
Applied Statistics
This program is designed for working
professionals from a range of occupational
and educational backgrounds. Students
receive training in applied and theoretical
statistics and graduate ready to excel in
data careers.
CONTACT: 844-247-6251
onlines[email protected]
onlinestats.canr.udel.edu
Master of Business
Administration (MBA)
The Online MBA program allows partici-
pants to engage in thoughtful learning
with outstanding faculty and students,
maximizing real-world knowledge to
equip them with the skills and knowledge
needed to excel in today’s global market.
Graduates can add a powerful, AACSB-
accredited MBA to their resume in as few
as 16 months, with concentrations in
business analytics, finance, healthcare
management, international business and
strategic leadership. Five start dates
per year.
CONTACT: mbaprogr[email protected]
844-237-1338 • mbaonline.udel.edu
Graduate Certificate
in Socially Responsible
and Sustainable
Apparel Business
Addresses cutting-edge labor and envi-
ronmental issues in the global textiles and
fashion apparel industry. Coursework is
grounded on the principles of the United
Nations (UN) Global Compact. The program
provides the foundation needed to manage
international production, sourcing, supply
chain, product development and buying in
ways that are socially responsible and
sustainable.
CONTACT: 302-831-8713
fashion.udel.edu/graduate/graduate-
certificate
Master of Science in
International Business
This degree prepares professionals for
leadership in international business, with
emphasis on strategic, financial and
managerial roles. Participants customize
their program with coursework drawn
from accounting, economics, finance,
marketing, entrepreneurship and analytics.
CONTACT: 844-237-1338
business.online.udel.edu/msib
Master of Arts in
Strategic Communication
(M.A.)
By evaluating past media campaigns and
their results, conducting competitive research,
and designing new campaigns based on
insights from student analysis, this degree
focuses on the tactics necessary to craft
persuasive messaging. Graduates are
prepared to advance in their current career
or take on new roles in strategic communi-
cation, public relations, digital media or
social media management. Students can
pursue concentrations in either public
relations or digital and social media as well
as customize electives to design a program
that best matches their career goals.
CONTACT: 844-237-1338
stratcomm.online.udel.edu
Graduate Certificate
in Strategic
Communication
This certificate provides professional
education and training at the graduate
level, focusing on the basic principles of
strategic communication; the theoretical
background necessary to understand how
to create effective public relations, social
media and strategic communication
campaigns; and the methodological skills
required to test and understand the
effectiveness of campaigns.
CONTACT: tar[email protected]
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EDUCATION
Master of Arts in
Economics and
Entrepreneurship for
Educators (M.A.E.E.E.)
This hybrid-online plus on-campus program
focuses on preparing educators to teach
economics, entrepreneurship and personal
finance. The M.A.E.E.E. equips educators with
a solid foundation in economic theory and a
set of teaching strategies to inspire students
to become effective participants in the
economy, successful entrepreneurs,
responsible consumers and wise investors.
CONTACT: [email protected]
302-831-2559
lerner.udel.edu/programs/masters-
programs/economics-and-
entrepreneurship-for-educators-ma
Master of Education in
Educational Technology
(M.Ed.)
Based on the assumption that new media
and the internet can have a positive effect
on teaching and learning, this degree
provides both a theoretical and a practical
grounding in educational technology
methods and techniques, emphasizing
theories of teaching and learning that
support these methods. To demonstrate
mastery of the program’s goals, all
candidates complete the same series of
seven program assessments. Depending on
the student’s career path, these assessments
are evaluated by rubrics developed
according to standards of the International
Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
or the Association for Educational
Communications and Technology (AECT).
CONTACT: 302-831-2396
education.udel.edu/masters/edtech
Master of Education in
Exceptional Children and
Youth (M.Ed.)
With perennial shortages in the field of
special education, this program is aimed at
developing teachers and education profes-
sionals committed to serving children and
youth with disabilities. Concentrations are
available in Elementary Special Education
and Secondary Special Education. This
program is appropriate for teachers with
a certificate in either general or special
education who wish to develop advanced
knowledge and skills as well as other
education professionals wishing to pursue
an advanced degree in the disability field.
A five-course program for Delaware
teachers meets requirements for Delaware
certification as a Teacher of Exceptional
Children Grades K-12.
CONTACT: kritche[email protected]
education.udel.edu/masters/exc-online
Master of Education in
Literacy (M.Ed.)
This program is for K-12 teachers wishing
to prepare for certification as reading or
literacy specialists. Current teachers and
educators will study the theoretical and
evidenced foundations of reading and
writing development, learn to plan culturally
and linguistically relevant literacy instruction
for all students, and support students and
teachers in the use of digital literacy tools.
Career opportunities include reading and
literacy specialist positions in school districts
as well as English language arts (ELA)
positions in K-12 schools.
CONTACT: dcok[email protected]
education.udel.edu/masters/literacy
Master of Education in
Teacher Leadership
(M.Ed.)
Today’s ever-changing educational land-
scape requires teachers who are equipped
to be leaders in the classroom, able to
foster collaboration within the school and
community, and to understand and imple-
ment policies that impact students in K-12
classrooms, private schools, preschools,
higher education and home schooling.
This program provides teachers with the
insights, knowledge and skills needed to
better manage their classrooms, improve
student outcomes and enhance their own
professional growth as well as guide their
peers toward more effective teaching
strategies.
CONTACT: k[email protected]
education.udel.edu/teacherleadership
ENGINEERING
Online Graduate
Certificate in Applied
Bioinformatics
Bioinformatics is an emerging field where
biological and computational disciplines
converge, leading to job opportunities in
rapidly growing fields like biomedicine,
pharmaceuticals, healthcare, agriculture
and data analytics. This four-course program
is aimed at working professionals in the life
sciences or data sciences who wish to
gain knowledge and practical experience
in bioinformatics. Focused on real-world
applications, students will learn in an inter-
active, experiential and multidisciplinary
team environment from nationally and
internationally renowned researchers and
practitioners in the field. No previous
programming or database experience is
required, but a familiarity with molecular
biology concepts is recommended.
CONTACT: bioinf[email protected]
bioinformatics.udel.edu/ABNF-CERT
Online Graduate
Certificate in Biomedical
Informatics and Data
Science
Bioinformatics is an emerging field where
biological and computational disciplines
converge, leading to job opportunities in
rapidly expanding fields of study with
applications ranging from genomics to
pharmaceutical, health informatics and
biomedical research, having the potential
to impact all areas of scientific research.
This four-course program is aimed at
working professionals in the life sciences
or data sciences, or as a complement to
other UD degree programs, who wish to
gain knowledge and practical experience
in fields where biomedicine, precision
medicine, health informatics and data
science intersect. Focused on real-world
applications, students will learn in an inter-
active, experiential and multidisciplinary
team environment from nationally and
internationally renowned researchers and
practitioners in the field. No previous
programming or database experience is
required, but a familiarity with molecular
biology and statistics is recommended.
CONTACT: bioinf[email protected]
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Graduate Certificate
in Composites
Manufacturing and
Engineering
Design rules for composite materials are
fundamentally different than for traditional
materials, with the engineer tailoring the
material structure at the micro- and
nano-scales to achieve desired mechanical
and physical properties. This program is
intended to provide the practicing engineer
a strong foundation in the processing-
structure-property relations in advanced
fiber composites. UD’s Center for
Composite Materials and Department of
Mechanical Engineering are internationally
recognized as leaders in composites
research and education.
CONTACT: me-gradinf[email protected]
me.udel.edu/academics/graduate/
graduate-certificate-in-composites-
manufacturing-engineering
Graduate Certificate
in Cybersecurity
Why study cybersecurity? Whether
working in IT, engineering, computer science
or even business, almost everything you are
likely to work on in your career will need to
incorporate security considerations—
whether a computer system, a network,
an information system or some other
product or service. As such, an understand-
ing of security should be part of any
technology or business education going
forward. In this three-course introduction
to the field of cybersecurity, which you can
later apply to a master’s degree, you will
learn key principles and practices as seen
in the real world.
Understand CIA (confidentiality, integrity
and availability), the NIST Cybersecurity
Framework, practical cryptography,
hands-on practice evaluating and securing
a real computer system (Linux, Windows),
and building and configuring defensive
systems such as firewalls, intrusion detection
systems, VPNs and SIEMs on your own
laptop using virtual machine technology,
and be able to sift through the millions of
daily warnings, of which only a few are a
real threat.
CONTACT: 302-831-2406
ece.udel.edu/graduate/cybersecurity-
certificate
Graduate Certificate in
Railroad Engineering
The program prepares participants to
meet railroad industry employers’ expec-
tations regarding knowledge of railroad
and rail transit and is designed for engi-
neering professionals working in the area
of railroad engineering or for those
desiring to expand their knowledge of
railroad engineering and related engineering
disciplines with the goal of advancement
in the railroad industry.
CONTACT: cee-inf[email protected]
railroadengineering.engr.udel.edu/courses/
Master of Science in
Cybersecurity
Protect your organization from malware
and data breaches with career-enhancing
education from a National Security
Agency (NSA) and Department of Home-
land Security (DHS) designated National
Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber
Defense Education. After seeking input
from the U.S. Department of Defense, the
U.S. government, the financial services
industry and other Fortune 500 corpora-
tions, the University of Delaware designed
and created a unique and modern program
for cybersecurity education. This third-
generation cybersecurity education
program stresses student hands-on
experiences to create lasting reinforcement
of the expanding body of knowledge of
computer and network security now
known as cybersecurity. Learn key cyber-
security principles, how to evaluate and
protect systems, and write security
software, digital forensics, and applied
cryptography from faculty and industry
experts. This 10-course program combines
security industry best practices, underlying
theory such as cryptography, and critical
hands-on-keyboard experience to address
today’s cybersecurity issues as an in-
demand specialist.
CONTACT: 302-831-2406
ece-inf[email protected]
online.ece.udel.edu/masters-in-
cybersecurity-online/
Master of Science in
Electrical and Computer
Engineering
Build your expertise in math, engineering
and data science with a program focused
on skill building across signal processing,
data analytics, communication and cyber-
security to prepare you to lead solution
development in data and communications.
In addition to the master skill set of electri-
cal and computer engineering, the program
strongly focuses on the critical insights you
will need to secure, protect and implement
the systems you create. Developed by a
faculty with diverse corporate and research
backgrounds, this flexible program is for
those with prior degrees in electrical,
computer or mechanical engineering, or
computer science or mathematics, and
can be completed in as few as two years.
CONTACT: 302-831-2406
ece-inf[email protected]
online.ece.udel.edu/msece-online/
Master of Science in
Mechanical Engineering
(MSME)
This online program is comprised of 30
credits covering not only the foundations
of solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, heat
transfer and dynamics but also electives in
biomechanics, clean energy and environ-
ment, composite materials and manufac-
turing, energy-efficient mobility systems
and smart cities, robotics and controls, and
more. Program faculty are the same
world-class, awarded faculty who teach
in the full-time, campus-based program.
CONTACT: me-gradinf[email protected]
me.udel.edu/academics/graduate/
msme-online
Graduate Certificate in
Minerals, Materials and
Society
The 15-credit program is designed to equip
students with the skills necessary to obtain
jobs in the growing field of sustainable
supply chain management and environ-
mental and social responsibility, and to
become world leaders and game changers
in this arena. Among the first programs of
its kind in the United States that takes
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an interdisciplinary approach to linking
science and policy issues associated with
mineral and material sourcing, it builds on
UD’s strengths in earth science as well as
in material science, energy policy, fashion
and apparel studies and a range of social
science disciplines.
CONTACT: [email protected]
sites.udel.edu/ceoe-mms
NURSING/HEALTHCARE
Dietetic Internship
This post-baccalaureate certificate program
provides graduates of a didactic program
in dietetics (DPD) with the knowledge and
skills necessary to become registered
dietitians with the creative problem-
solving skills necessary in the field of
dietetics. Upon successful completion of
the program, students receive a verification
of completion certificate and are eligible
to take the Registration Examination for
Dietitians.
CONTACT: 302-831-4989
udel.edu/academics/colleges/chs/
departments/bhan/graduate-programs/
dietetic-internship/
Doctor of Nursing
Practice (DNP)
UD’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program
prepares graduates to perform at the
highest level of advanced nursing practice.
The foundation for practice expertise with
a population health focus enables the
graduate to plan and lead evidence-based
interventions, quality improvement
strategies and health policy changes
that address patient safety, promote
patient-centered care and reduce health
disparities among diverse groups. Five
concentrations are available in a hybrid-
online and on-campus format: adult-
gerontology nurse practitioner,
adult-gerontology acute care nurse
practitioner, family nurse practitioner,
pediatric nurse practitioner, and psychi-
atric mental health nurse practitioner.
CONTACT: ud-gr[email protected]
sites.udel.edu/nursing/graduate
Molecular Diagnostics
Certificate
This post-baccalaureate certificate program
has a hybrid-online plus on-campus format,
providing medical laboratory scientists
working in forensics, biotechnology or
pharmaceutics with the opportunity to
update skills and knowledge to help meet
the demands of modern molecular biology
theory and application. The program also
provides individuals seeking Molecular
Biology, American Society for Clinical
Pathology (MB-ASCP) certification with a
solid preparation for national credentialing
examinations. The three-course program is
comprised of two 14-week online lectures
and one weeklong campus-based labora-
tory practicum.
CONTACT: [email protected]
sites.udel.edu/mms
PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Master of Public
Administration (MPA)
This program is designed to help public
service professionals develop their knowl-
edge of current societal issues and
strengthen their administrative acumen
using a curriculum based on applied
research and contemporary case studies.
Founded on theory, research and applica-
tion-based solutions and taught by an
interdisciplinary faculty, this flexible program
challenges participants to apply best
practices while mastering the strategies
necessary to shape policy and lead
effective management in government,
nonprofit and private sectors.
CONTACT: 302-831-1687
bidenschool.udel.edu/masters-programs/
academic-programs/mpa-master-of-
public-administration
NONCREDIT PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT AND
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
BUSINESS
Fundamentals of
Social Media Marketing
Certificate
Introduces leveraging social media to build
and extend brand awareness, increase
visibility, engage current and potential
customers, cultivate brand ambassadors,
gain new customers, promote growth and
support organizational goals. See page 14.
Advanced Social Media
Marketing for Business
Certificate
Teaches students with fundamental to
midlevel social media marketing skills to
effectively and successfully leverage the
power of social media to support
organizational goals. See page 13.
NURSING/HEALTHCARE
Advanced Telehealth
Coordinator
Provides the foundations of telehealth for
participants interested in utilizing telehealth
for the delivery of healthcare. See page 23.
Clinical Trials
Management
Key competencies necessary for under-
standing and conducting clinical trials and
new product development. See page 23.
RN Refresher
Online didactic course for nurses seeking
to refresh their nursing knowledge and
update licensure status; clinical component
coordinated locally. See page 24.
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It’s your time to learn!
The University of Delaware is proud of
its history as one of the earliest and
largest lifelong learning programs in
the country, hosting Osher Lifelong
Learning Institute (OLLI) programs
throughout Delaware. Structured as
academic cooperatives, OLLI programs
are open to adults aged 50-plus to
take and teach classes together,
with course offerings determined by
member interest as well as the passions
and expertise of the dedicated
volunteer member-instructors at
each location.
This fall, our OLLI classrooms will bring
together lifelong learners from across
Delaware and immediate surroundings
to experience the benefits of lifelong
learning and connect with a vibrant
community of adult learners at the
OLLI Wilmington and OLLI Kent/Sussex
programs. Classes are offered on a
wide array of subjects at locations
across Delaware and online through
the Zoom videoconferencing software.
All classes are taught by experienced
OLLI instructors from Delaware and
the region.
For more details, visit olli.udel.edu.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
olli.udel.edu
OVER 300 COURSES OFFERED ONLINE OR IN PERSON THIS FALL!
Interested in
additional lifelong
learning
opportunities?
The University of Delaware’s
Master of Arts in Liberal Studies
(MALS)
program is great for intel
-
lectually curious adults who want
to pursue a degree. The interdisci-
plinary program gives students the
flexibility to follow their academic
passions by shaping their own
courses of study. Composed of
small seminar classes, which invite
broad thinking on issues of impor-
tance, the program is designed for
returning adult students who can
attend classes in the evening.
CONTACT:
302-831-4130 • mals.udel.edu
mals-inf[email protected]
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OLLI Online
•
African American Art History
•
Watercolor, Photography, Portrait
Drawing, more
•
Genealogy Research
•
Lincoln Assassination: Fact & Fiction
•
Electric Vehicle Revolution
•
French, German, Italian, Spanish
•
Mysteries of Living and Dying
•
Cars of the 50s and 60s
•
Elder Law
•
Investment Study Group
•
Dementia Care Partners Support Group
OLLI Kent/Sussex in person
•
Stained Glass
•
Greatest Broadway Songs
•
1970s Air Traffic Control
•
Hemingway Short Stories
•
Pacific Island Dance
OLLI Wilmington in person
•
Inside Our National Parks
•
Jane Austen: Satiric and Serious
•
Yoga, T’ai Chi, Hiking
•
Genius of Richard Feynman
•
Insurance for Seniors
•
…and many more!
Are there topics you’ve always been curious about but
haven’t had the opportunity to explore? Join us at OLLI for
engaging classes, thoughtful discussions and fun learning
experiences with other adults.
Fall registration
starts August 3
1. Learning for the joy of learning
As a learning cooperative, OLLI offers a fun, informal learning
environment with a mix of both academic and entertaining subjects,
but with none of the stressful ingredients like tests or grades.
“I never thought I could love school this much! None of my
former teachers would be likely to describe me as a highly
motivated student. They should see me now!” —Joe B.
2. Being part of a vibrant community
Most of our members love the OLLI community as much as the
courses themselves, maybe even more.
“OLLI is my ‘rainbow connection’ to learning and good
times.” —Judy D.
“OLLI is the main reason I haven’t moved in with my chil-
dren. It’s a lifeline to people and learning.” —Rose G.
3. Rediscovering joy in music
With rock band, flute choir, orchestra, brass ensemble, guitar,
chorus, singalongs and more, OLLI’s varied music offerings are
hugely popular. Some learn to play musical instruments for the
first time ever, and others rediscover old talents.
“I’m relearning to play my trumpet after it sat in my attic
for 50 years!” —Steve J.
4. Exploring creativity
While there are plenty of academic subjects to choose from,
OLLI’s art and handcrafting subjects are a favorite.
“I finally have time to enjoy my creativity—I have taken
classes in pottery, watercolors and basket weaving.
I just love it!” —Karen S.
5. Finding new passions!
With hundreds of choices each semester, there’s literally an
opportunity to learn something new every day.
“I’ve done so many things here: studied history, played in
bands, sung madrigals, taken yoga and t’ai chi.” —Ruth F.
6. Staying physically active
Looking for ways to stay physically active and hang out with
friends? Take your pick from OLLI’s hiking and walking groups,
English country dance or Pacific Island dance, yoga and more.
“There are lots of great classes at OLLI, but folk dance is
my absolute favorite.” —Gail H.
7. Sharing your knowledge as an instructor
OLLI’s volunteer instructors enthusiastically share their lifetimes
of knowledge and passion, whether acquired through their
professional and academic backgrounds or through their hobbies
or avocations.
“I love being an instructor at OLLI. I challenge myself to learn
about a new subject and then to teach it to others.”—Rita M.
8. Making new friendships
Camaraderie and friendships are driving forces behind OLLI’s success.
“One of the main reasons I like coming to OLLI is the
camaraderie.” —Jeanne H.
“We moved to the area two years ago and it’s been a great
experience to meet new people.” —Martin C.
9. Benefiting from UD resources
As part of a University of Delaware program, members can take
advantage of many UD benefits like a free UD email and Zoom
account, limited UD course auditing, UD library privileges and more.
“I never thought that this late in life I’d be enjoying student
discounts for newspaper subscriptions and online purchasing.
Thanks, OLLI!” —Nick S.
10. Having fun!
And, just in case we didn’t say it enough, OLLI provides a fun way
for members to learn from and interact with each other.
“What do I love about OLLI? The friendly people, many of
whom have become dear friends, the interesting classes,
and [the] fun events, which lead to even more fun events.”
—Carol W.
“OLLI is fun. You socialize, you learn and you stay current
in today’s changing world.” —Joan M.
WE KNOW YOU’LL LOVE OLLI —
GUARANTEED!
How sure are we that you’ll love OLLI, too? Join us
this fall, and if you’re not convinced in two weeks,
we’ll completely refund your fall 2022 payment,
no questions asked. Details at olli.udel.edu.
Top 10
reasons to join OLLI
Join us for fun and learning at UD’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) program
for adults aged 50-plus! Read on for the top 10 things our members love about OLLI.
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