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EDUCATION

Grow the skills that shape how people learn.

Enhance your classroom impact, expand your teaching expertise, and support student success with flexible online professional development. No application. Start today.

πŸŽ“ FEATURED CERTIFICATES

Certificates bundle several courses into a focused, job-aligned program. Courses are single, shorter trainings. Tap any tile to view the full program page.

Professional Certificate in Online TeachingBuild a working portfolio of online teaching skills you can use in any K-12 classroom or hybrid setting.⏱️ Finish in as little as 5 weeks at 20 hrs/wk   πŸŽ“ 10 CEUs Certificate in Online Curriculum DevelopmentPlan, build, and lead online lessons that actually engage learners.⏱️ Finish in as little as ~3 weeks at 20 hrs/wk   πŸŽ“ 5 CEUs SEL, Trauma-Informed Educational Practices, and School Safety and Emergency ManagementA focused intro to SEL, trauma-informed practice, and adult wellness.⏱️ Finish in as little as Half a day at focused pace   πŸŽ“ 0.3 CEUs CDA Training Program: Infant and ToddlerBuild CDA-aligned skills in safe environments, child development, and family partnerships for infant and toddler care.⏱️ Finish in as little as 6 weeks at 20 hrs/wk   πŸŽ“ 12 CEUs CDA Training Program: PreschoolBuild CDA-aligned skills in safe environments, child development, and family partnerships for preschool classrooms.⏱️ Finish in as little as 6 weeks at 20 hrs/wk   πŸŽ“ 12 CEUs

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πŸ‘₯ WHO THESE PROGRAMS ARE FOR

  • K-12 and early childhood educators
  • Instructional coaches and designers
  • Career changers entering education
  • Educators seeking recertification or salary advancement

πŸ› οΈ SKILLS YOU'LL GAIN

  • Plan and deliver lessons that keep real learners engaged
  • Manage classroom environments and student behavior
  • Use educational technology and AI in the classroom
  • Apply SEL and trauma-informed teaching strategies
  • Design online courses and curriculum

πŸ… INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS & CREDENTIALS

Depending on the program, you can prepare for or earn industry-recognized credentials, including:

  • CEU-approved professional development for license renewal
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) training (stacks into the BS in Early Childhood Education)
  • Degree-credit-eligible certificates: Online Teaching, AI in the Classroom, Advanced Special Education

🌱 WHY THIS FITS YOUR LIFE

You’re balancing work, family, and the goals you’ve been putting off. NU PACE is built for that.

  • 100% online and self-paced — learn around your job and your family
  • No application and no prerequisites for most programs
  • 12-month course access from the day you enroll
  • A fraction of the cost of a traditional academic program

πŸ’° FUNDING OPTIONS

You may be eligible for funding options such as WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), ETPL (Eligible Training Provider List), Army COOL and other military credentialing funds, and employer tuition assistance programs. Not sure what you qualify for? Email PACE@nu.edu.

🧱 STACK YOUR LEARNING, LOWER YOUR COST

Start with a PACE certificate, build skills you can use right away, and carry eligible credit for prior learning toward an NU degree later.

πŸ† WHAT YOU'LL EARN

  • Certificate of Completion from National University PACE

Some programs are also eligible for:

  • Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensure renewal and professional development
  • Eligible academic credit toward NU degree programs

✨ START TODAY

No application and no waiting lists — enroll any time. Most programs grant access right away; a few third-party trainings can take up to 48 hours to set up your access.

 

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