Continuing Education and Professional Development

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Last Updated: Apr 29, 2026, 11:00 AM

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We extend the resources of the university beyond campus. By offering innovative experiences and opportunities, we promote personal and professional development through a variety of continuing education in-person and online classes. 

Online Degree Programs

Looking for an online degree program? Class discussion. Accessible faculty. Rewarding coursework. Our online programs follow the same curriculum as on-campus programs. Your diploma and transcripts are from Southern Illinois University, the same as on-campus students. It’s almost like being here! 

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  • Continuing Education Online Classes

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    Explore engaging courses on hundreds of topics to help advance your continuing education and professional development.

  • PDH/CEU

    SIU Classroom

    Continuing Education has the ability to provide professional development hours for teachers and continuing education units in various professions.

  • Speaking and Listening

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    The Speaking and Listening Program is a special continuing education program that gives an opportunity to learn to speak and/or understand the English language.

  • Interpreter Courses

    Sign Language Interpreter

    SIU’s Disability Support Services Sign Language Interpreter Courses are online courses designed to give interpreters online continuing education opportunities.

  • Canine and Feline Nutrition Certificate

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    The Canine and Feline Nutrition Certificate is an online certificate course for pet nutritionists, veterinarians, breeders, pet shop owners and enthusiasts for advance training and education in various aspects of canine and feline nutrition.

  • Introduction to Glassblowing

    Glassblowing Demonstration

    A 8-week studio introducing fundamental techniques of glassblowing. Students will utilize traditional methods as a foundation for exploring glass as a material and its significance as an artistic medium. View testimonies from past students

  • Paramedic Education Program (EMT)

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    The paramedicine certificate program is designed to prepare professionals to provide advanced emergency medical care and transportation to critically ill and injured patients. A paramedic requires greater levels of knowledge and expertise compared to an emergency medical technician basic, the general prerequisite to enter the paramedicine certificate program.

  • Crematory Operator

    Crematory Operator

    Two courses are offered for Crematory Operator, a license renewal course and initial licensing to be a Crematory Operator.