Earn a certificate or prepare for an industry certification in 6–12 months.

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Microcredentials, Certificates, and Certifications

Credentials matter. Quality credentials matter more.

Advance your career, build in-demand skills, or bring new learning into your organization. CSU offers Signature Microcredentials for career advancement, short-term certificates and industry certifications through CSU Works, and Professional Education designed with employers and industry to meet evolving workforce needs.

Advance Your Career with CSU's Signature Microcredentials

At Cleveland State University, our microcredential quality framework is built on five connected pillars: Faculty expertise, industry partnership, competency-based assessment, work-based learning, and pathways for continuing your education, including opportunities to progress toward a degree.

Explore microcredentials designed for educators, engineers, managers, health care professionals, energy professionals, public-sector leaders, and other in-demand careers.

Workforce Training for Today’s Jobs and Tomorrow’s Opportunities

CSU Works

For People. For Employers. For the Region.

Short-term certificates and certifications | Finish in six months or less

Build your career in Healthcare, Manufacturing, Skilled Trades, or Technology.

Applying for WIOA funding? Look for CSU’s WIET-Approved designation for a training that qualifies.

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Professional Education, Leadership, Organizational Learning

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Conflict Resolution, Dialogue and Mediation Training

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Ohio Education Policy Leadership Program (OEPLP)

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Organizational Learning and TechCred at CSU

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For CSU Staff and Faculty

Welcome, Fellow Vikings!

CSU staff and full-time faculty have access to continuing and professional education opportunities through the Division of Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development, with eligible noncredit certificates and industry-recognized certification programs available through the University’s tuition remission benefit.

Whether you are looking to strengthen skills for your current role, prepare for new responsibilities, earn a professional credential, or explore an emerging area of practice, these programs offer CSU employees a practical way to continue learning and investing in their own professional development as members of the Viking community.

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