Professional Certificates
Choose the Professional Certificate Program That’s Right for You
Professional certificate programs are a fast, affordable way to advance your skills and step into a new career. They work to build a foundation of industry or career-specific knowledge and then more advanced skills and experience so when you complete it, you're qualified to move into your next role.
Professional certificates are more affordable and take less time to earn than a degree — typically they can be completed in under a year. To earn the certificate, you'll take either a single course over a longer period of time that covers multiple topics in detail, or you'll complete a series of shorter courses compiled under the certificate. When you successfully complete the program, you'll earn a professional certificate that details your skills and knowledge so they can be verified by future employers.
We offer professional certificates for some of the most in-demand positions. You can gain new skills and experience quickly to jumpstart or advance your career. Reach us at cpeinfo@gmu.edu or click on the request information button. The below listing is not a complete list of the professional certificate courses we offer, so please visit the Career Fields pages to find more.
