VCU Continuing and Professional Education

06/18/2026

Our June newsletter is live! Check out what's new from CPE with upcoming courses, blog posts, and more up-to-date info!

Check it out here: https://mailchi.mp/ac289d4a2492/a-new-season-cpe

06/09/2026

Laser cutting & 3D printing & welding, oh my! This July, get the hands-on experience to bring your ideas to life. Led by VCU College of Engineering faculty, these courses will help you gain technical mastery in a variety of prototyping, fabrication, and design tools. These summer courses are open to anyone, not just VCU students!
Learn more at go.vcu.edu/makerspacetraining

06/04/2026

On June 26 & 27, join us for Games & Activities for Play Therapy at ChildSavers. This course will give you the skills to engage children in various creative and sensory activities that decrease stress, increase emotional regulation, and reflect their inner world.
Before this course, students must complete a workshop or course detailing the principles of Play Therapy. Learn more at go.vcu.edu/play

Association for Play Therapy (APT) Approved Provider 15-397

06/02/2026

Every team needs an AI leader. It can be YOU!
The upcoming AI Pioneer Training Program—a partnership between VCU Continuing and Professional Education and Luck Companies —is your fast track to becoming an innovative, AI strategist. This training empowers you to evaluate AI tools for your industry, navigate AI ethics and risk management like a pro, and build a custom AI prototype to optimize your current workflows. Plus, you will earn a career-boosting digital badge to showcase your new expertise.
Space is limited, so secure your spot today. go.vcu.edu/cpe-aipioneer

05/26/2026

A legal education opens doors. From traditional law firms to corporate compliance, tech, and healthcare—paralegal skills are in high demand across all industries. The next Paralegal Studies Certificate Program begins this summer. Join us June 25 (6pm) for an information session to learn more about course registration, curriculum, schedules, and career opportunities. https://lnkd.in/eXcAsn_F

05/11/2026

This Week: Counselors and therapists who work with children can add color and creativity to their toolkits with the Expressive Arts in Play Therapy course (May 15 & 16) at ChildSavers. Learn more and register: go.vcu.edu/play.

04/29/2026

This summer, future engineers have the opportunity to secure an edge for internships and technical roles. Our Cleanroom Training Program will offer expert instruction in partnership with VCU College of Engineering. No experience is required and the course is open to students (18+) and career changers in technical fields. BONUS: You’ll also earn a verifiable digital badge to showcase your expertise. Join us for an info session Tuesday, May 5, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM to get started! Visit go.vcu.edu/cleanroom for more information.

04/20/2026

All systems are go for our hands-on Automation and Controls courses this summer. With introductory and advanced offerings, we are partnering with VCU College of Engineering faculty to equip technicians as they design, program and optimize industrial systems. Learn more: go.vcu.edu/autocontrols

Automation drives today’s manufacturing and process industries, and at the core of that technology are Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). VCU’s Automation and Controls courses prepare you to understand, program and manage these essential systems through hands-on, industry-relevant instructio...

04/08/2026

Stack your clinical skills with the first course in our series! Our Principles of Play Therapy intro class at ChildSavers, starting April 24, provides the essential building blocks for effective approaches with young clients. Learn more and register at go.vcu.edu/play

Play is a child’s natural language, and in the hands of a trained professional it can become a powerful tool for growth and healing. Play therapy incorporates developmentally appropriate and research-informed approaches that help children express emotions, process experiences, and build resilience...

04/03/2026

Our team joined hundreds of attendees at this week's AI Ready RVA event, The Power of Possibility Conference and Expo, alongside our university partners. The energy and insights were inspiring. While VCU advances AI programs that support academic and professional growth, we're excited to keep the momentum going with our fall Ethics of AI online course focused on real-world impact. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eS-zDUPS