- "Recognized forms of post-secondary learning activities within the domain include: degree credit courses by non-traditional students, non-degree career training, college remediation, workforce training, and formal personal enrichment courses (both on-campus and online)."
Learning opportunities and courses to improve an individual's skillset and knowledge.
Continuing education and training: This refers to the process of learning and development that takes place after the completion of formal education. It involves training and education programs designed to upgrade the knowledge, skills and abilities of individuals.
Lifelong learning: This is the concept of learning throughout life, not just during formal education. It involves ongoing personal and professional development.
Career development: This refers to the process of developing skills and experience to advance in one's chosen profession. It involves goal-setting, planning, and skill-building.
Professional development: This involves enhancing knowledge, skills and abilities related to one's profession. It can include attending conferences, workshops, and seminars, as well as reading professional literature.
Training needs assessment: This involves identifying the skills and knowledge needed to perform job functions and ensuring that employees have access to appropriate training and development programs.
Learning styles: This refers to individual differences in the way people learn best. Understanding learning styles can help individuals and trainers optimize learning experiences.
Instructional design: This involves developing effective training programs that promote learning and retention. It involves designing courses that are engaging, interactive, and meet the learning needs of participants.
E-learning: This involves using digital technology to deliver training and education. It can include online courses, virtual classrooms, and webinars.
Blended learning: This combines traditional classroom instruction with online learning. It allows for a flexible and customized learning experience.
Distance learning: This involves learning from a remote location, typically online. It allows for flexibility and accessibility for individuals who may not be able to attend traditional classroom instruction.
Human resource development: This involves developing employees to meet the needs of the organization. It can include coaching, mentoring, and on-the-job training.
Competency-based training: This involves developing training programs that focus on specific competencies needed for success in a particular job or profession.
Microlearning: This involves delivering training in small, bite-sized pieces. It allows for easy retention and can be done on-the-go.
Performance management: This involves monitoring and improving job performance. It can include setting goals, monitoring progress, and providing feedback.
Skill assessment: This involves measuring the skills and knowledge of employees to identify areas for improvement and development. It can be used to guide training and professional development.
Talent management: This involves attracting, developing, and retaining talented employees. It can include recruiting, training, and promoting employees.
Leadership development: This involves developing the skills and abilities needed to lead and manage others. It can include training in communication, team-building, and conflict resolution.
Workforce development: This involves developing the skills and knowledge of the workforce. It can include training, education, and job placement programs.
Diversity and inclusion: This involves promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. It can include training on cultural competency, unconscious bias, and inclusive leadership.
Soft skills: This refers to the non-technical skills needed for success in the workplace. It can include skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Professional Development: Provides professionals with the opportunity to learn new skills related to their field.
Online Learning: Learning opportunities delivered through digital technologies, such as webinars or online courses.
In-Person Training: Learning opportunities delivered in a classroom or other face-to-face setting.
Certificate Programs: Formal programs that teach specific skills and provide a certificate upon completion.
Technical Education: Education focused on specific technical skills, such as coding or programming.
Leadership Programs: Programs designed to develop leadership skills in professionals.
Executive Education: Programs designed to teach executives new skills to help them manage their companies.
Internships and Residencies: Programs that provide hands-on experience in a specific field.
Apprenticeships: Programs that provide on-the-job training in a specific trade.
Industry-Specific Training: Training that is specific to a particular industry, such as healthcare or finance.
Coaching and Mentoring: One-on-one training provided by a mentor or coach in a specialized field.
Vocational Training: Training focused on a particular trade or skill, such as carpentry or plumbing.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): Credits earned for completing certain courses or training programs, which are required to maintain professional licensure or certification.
In-Service Training: Training provided by an employer to employees to improve their skills and job performance.
Personal Development: Training that focuses on personal growth, such as learning a new language or pursuing a hobby.
- "The term is used mainly in the United States and Canada."
- "General continuing education is similar to adult education, at least in being intended for adult learners, especially those beyond traditional undergraduate college or university age."
- "Frequently, in the United States and Canada continuing education courses are delivered through a division or school of continuing education of a college or university known sometimes as the university extension or extension school."
- "The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development argued, however, that continuing education should be 'fully integrated into institutional life rather than being often regarded as a separate and distinctive operation employing different staff' if it is to feed into mainstream programmes and be given the due recognition deserved by this type of provision."
- "Georgetown University, Michigan State University, and the University of Denver have benefited from non-credit programs as it relates to strengthening partnerships with corporations and government agencies, helping to inform and shape the curriculum for degree programs, and generating revenue to support the academic enterprise."
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- "Formal personal enrichment courses (both on-campus and online)."
- "General continuing education is similar to adult education, at least in being intended for adult learners, especially those beyond traditional undergraduate college or university age."
- "Helping to inform and shape the curriculum for degree programs, and generating revenue to support the academic enterprise."
- "The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development argued, however, that continuing education should be 'fully integrated into institutional life rather than being often regarded as a separate and distinctive operation employing different staff'."
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- "Georgetown University, Michigan State University, and the University of Denver have benefited from non-credit programs as it relates to strengthening partnerships with corporations and government agencies."