University of Vermont Professional and Continuing Education

UVM's School Library Media Specialist summer session starts on June 29th! 📚

Participants will gain skills in:
-Creating inclusive learning environments
-Information technologies for school library media centers
-Reading and literacy instruction

Over the next decade, almost 70 percent of school library media specialists across America are expected to leave their jobs, many due to retirement, according to the American Library Association. Library media specialists' salaries are similar to those of teachers, according to the National Bureau of Labor Statistics. In 2021, the average Vermont public school library media specialist salary was $61,190.

Designed for working professionals, this online program makes it possible to advance your career on your own schedule.

Ready to turn your passion for education into impact?

The application deadline for the summer session is June 22. Apply today using the link below.

https://bit.ly/4o0zX9N

We are proud to congratulate Eva Kinnebrew, a 2026 winner of UVM's Prelock Award for Excellence in Online Teaching.

Eva is an instructor of Remote Sensing Foundations, a cornerstone course for UVM's GIS & Data Communication Certificate. Her recognition reflects what thoughtful online instruction can do for busy students and working professionals with goals to gain important GIS skills.

Teaching complex technical material in a fully asynchronous environment takes real care. The evaluation committee praised Eva's course:

➤ Clear organization that turns demanding topics into a steady, logical path
➤ Scaffolded learning that helps students build skills with confidence
➤ Accessibility that welcomes learners of all technical backgrounds
➤ Student-centered support that keeps adult learners engaged and supported

The result is a flexible online course where students gain real, in-demand skills without putting their lives on hold.

Read the full story to learn more about Eva's teaching and the impact she's making with her students.

Link: https://bit.ly/4odVwpn

If you've ever wondered who fills the space between medical care and human connection at the end of life, this is your chance to learn more.

We are hosting a free online Info Session featuring the University of Vermont's End-of-Life Care portfolio.

Over 4,000 doulas have received training through this program, designed for healthcare workers, educators, caregivers, career changers, and anyone drawn to compassionate and meaningful work. End-of-life care is reshaping how we support people through one of life's most profound transitions.

“You will gain practical tools, yes, but even more, you will gain a profound shift in how you understand life, loss, connection, and presence. The instructors, the community, and the content come together in a way that is both deeply personal and universally relevant.” - Kate F., End of Life Doula Certificate alum

Here's what you'll take away from this info session:
➤ A clear picture of what end-of-life doulas do, including the non-medical support they offer individuals and families
➤ A look at UVM's full range of course offerings—from the flagship doula certificate to grief and bereavement, pediatric care, companion animal support, and business foundations
➤ An understanding of how the flexible, fully online format fits around your work and life
➤ You'll also have the chance to ask questions and hear directly from instructors who practice this work every day.

Whether you're exploring a new path or deepening skills you already use, this is a thoughtful first step.

Register today and save your spot: https://bit.ly/43isH1l

UVM’s S*x and Intimacy Foundations for Professional Practice Certificate helps therapists, counselors, and healthcare providers strengthen their ability to support clients around topics of intimacy and sexual health.

The program takes a sex-positive, trauma-aware approach and focuses on practical application.

Participants learn how to:
- Navigate sensitive conversations with skill and care
- Apply current, evidence-based frameworks
- Support clients using a trauma-informed lens

Summer registration closes July 20. Learn more and secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4g0lASA

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Pre-College fall courses are filling up quickly!

For students who want to take college classes in high school, UVM offers entry-level courses online and on campus year-round in a variety of subject areas.

Courses being offered this fall include:
- Anthropology: Linguistic Anthropology
- Computer Science: Puzzles, Games & Algorithms
- Global and Regional Studies: Intro to Global Studies

Learn more about courses, dual enrollment, and register your high school student today: https://bit.ly/3sB2DQg

Pre-College Program for High School Students at University of Vermont At UVM, students can earn college credits in high school by taking one or more courses alongside their peers and undergraduates.

🩺 Did you know that until the early 90s, most major medical trials were conducted exclusively on men? Help fill the gap in menopause care training.

Designed for clinicians, the University of Vermont's Menopause Care Professional Certificate gives students the confidence to assess, counsel, and co-create treatment plans.

By the end of the course, students learn how to:
- Apply hormone therapy (HRT) guidelines
- Integrate non-hormonal options
- Manage complex cases
- Communicate confidently

“It’s about personalizing the knowledge they already have and then co-creating a plan with patients to help them maximize their health… We want to build a community of learning to help us all increase our knowledge together.”
- Dr. Karen George, M.D., M.P.H., Co-Course Developer

Summer session registration ends on July 6. Secure your spot and start making a difference today: https://bit.ly/4aLScfU

Save the date: The 36th annual Legal Issues in Higher Education conference will be held October 19-21 at University of Vermont.

Focusing on the diverse legal issues impacting all aspects of higher education, the program will feature leading experts in:

- Higher Education Law
- Student Affairs
- Campus Public Safety
- And much more!

“This is an important conference as it brings together a mixture of people from all over campus, unlike any other conference I am involved with. Individuals working in academic and administrative departments, as well as those working directly with legal issues, will offer diverse perspectives on the issues, including remote learning.” ~Seth Gilbertson, Chief Counsel, University at Buffalo and a 13-year conference veteran

Early bird general registration is open until June 30th. Register now to save!

Learn more about this year's conference and early bird registration here: https://go.uvm.edu/2026-legal-issues-conference

UVM Professional and Continuing Education - University of Vermont Choose from hundreds of online continuing education courses—plus in-person learning options, too. Meet your career goals and advance your skill set with UVM.

🌎 The mental health field is seeing a greater need for clinicians who can manage complex issues like treatment-resistant depression and severe trauma.

Specialized psychotherapy training programs, like UVM’s Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Training program, offer a focused path to develop expertise in emerging modalities, enhancing your clinical toolkit and professional credibility. Grounded in UVM’s R1 research credibility and taught by a practicing KAP clinician, the program balances academic rigor with real-world application.

Core learning modules in this program include:
- Implementing Protocols
- Patient Assessment
- Ethics and Legal
- Neuroscience Basics
- Guiding Integration

The summer registration deadline is July 6, with courses starting July 13. Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4nzFy8M

Gain the skills to help others communicate with confidence, and develop expertise in speech-language pathology at UVM.

Whether you’re starting your career as a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) or pursuing graduate-level coursework to become a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), UVM offers flexible, accredited programs tailored to your career goals.

Here's what to know about each program.

SLPA certificate program:
- Learn to work with individuals with a variety of communication disorders through clinical experience and in-depth coursework

SLP pre-master's program:
- 22 credits
- Provides the prerequisite courses needed to meet most graduate school admission requirements

Regardless of your SLP career path, students choose UVM's programs for their:
- Comprehensive curriculum
- Flexible online learning
- Student-centered approach
- Expert faculty and instruction

The fall application deadline for both programs is August 24. Learn more about each program here: https://bit.ly/3Sm2Xf1