Director's Welcome

Welcome to the Center for Continuing and Professional Studies!

As Executive Director of the Center for Continuing and Professional Studies (CCPS), I am honored to welcome you to our website and I invite you to learn more about our programs.

The mission of the Center for Continuing and Professional Studies (CCPS) is to serve the lifelong educational needs of traditional and non-traditional students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, professional, and personal growth aspirations.

Established in 1963, CCPS has a rich history of administering several scholarships, and adult, professional, and community outreach programs.

Our program offerings include:

• Bernard Osher Reentry Scholarship
• Crankstart Reentry Scholarship
• Improved Opportunities for Parents
• Alpha Sigma Lambda Continuing Education Honor Societyr
• Online Personal Enrichment Courses
• Online Career Training Courses
• Continuing Education Units/Professional Development Hours (CEUs/PDHs)
• Summer Programs

The Center also offers a myriad of opportunities to learners who may want to advance in their careers or stay updated in their professional field. We offer an array of online non-credit and career training courses that prepare individuals for opportunities in new careers and/or enhance their skills in a number of areas.

Our online training programs, for professions, in high demand include:

• Health Care Certificate Programs (i.e. Patient Care Technician)
• Medical Billing & Coding
• Dental Assistant
• Construction and Trades
• Information Technology

Please explore our site and connect with us through social media.

Nilajah Nyasuma Sims, Ed.D.
Executive Director