Professional Development Institute

10/12/2026

Considering a career in the cannabis industry?

Join us for a free live webinar, How to Transition Your Career Into Cannabis, on Thursday, October 15, at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT.

Learn where the opportunities are, how to pursue them, and what it takes to stand out in this evolving industry.

The University of Lynchburg offers its online Cannabis Career Certificate programs in partnership with Green Flower.

Learn more and register: https://store.pdi.lynchburg.edu/catalog?pagename=CannabisInfoSessions

09/22/2026

Professional learning stretched around the world last night.

Our Rum & Sugar Cane Spirits instructor Greg Hill led class from Tokyo, while one student joined from Bali and the rest of the cohort connected from across the U.S.

Last night's topic: tasting techniques and flavor profiling.

An engaged cohort. A shared passion for spirits. A learning community without borders.

University of Lynchburg

09/21/2026

What does it really take to build a career in the cannabis industry?

Join us Thursday for a free live online information session with Green Flower and explore how skills, training, and professional preparation connect to real roles in the cannabis industry.

We’ll talk about career pathways, what employers look for, what “job-ready” means, and how the University of Lynchburg’s cannabis career certificates can help you prepare for what’s next.

📅 Thursday, September 24
🕖 7 p.m. ET | 4 p.m. PT
💻 Free and online

Explore the possibilities and reserve your spot: https://store.pdi.lynchburg.edu/catalog?pagename=1721222404UzBAA

09/17/2026

Some moments ask more of us than good intentions.

The University of Lynchburg's Certified End-of-Life Specialist program helps healthcare and hospice professionals, clergy, care coordinators, volunteers, and caregivers communicate with greater confidence and compassion when it matters most.

The 30-hour program explores end-of-life communication, hospice care, grief and bereavement, spiritual and cultural considerations, family support, and self-care.

• 100% online
• Self-paced
• Start anytime

Explore the program and hear directly from people who have completed it: https://store.pdi.lynchburg.edu/product?catalog=CEOLS

09/11/2026

Last call for the fall cohort!

The University of Lynchburg’s Certificate in Rum & Sugar Cane Spirits begins Monday, September 14. This 10-week, 100% online course explores rum through its history, culture, production, and guided tasting experiences.

Missed our information session? You can watch the recording and learn more on the course page.

Save $240 on registration with voucher code **lastcall**. Enter the code in the voucher field during checkout to reduce the price from $1,199 to $959.

Learn more, watch the recording, and register: https://store.pdi.lynchburg.edu/product?catalog=SCS101

09/08/2026

It’s exciting to see Forth Valley College share the news of its exclusive partnership with the University of Lynchburg’s Professional Development Institute and the Royal Rum Society!

The partnership will extend our Certificate in Rum & Sugar Cane Spirits to learners across Scotland and Europe, bringing together hospitality professionals, industry practitioners, rum enthusiasts, and lifelong learners in a truly international learning community.

Many thanks to Jamie Allan, Greg Hill, and everyone at Forth Valley College and the Royal Rum Society who helped make this possible.

Read more about the partnership:

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08/22/2026

Rum education just became a little more global.

The Certificate in Rum & Sugar Cane Spirits is now live through our partners at Forth Valley College in Scotland, creating a new option for learners looking for a European-friendly schedule.

Here in the U.S., the next University of Lynchburg cohort begins September 14, led by Master Rummelier® Greg Hill. The 10-week, 100% online program explores rum through history, culture, production, tasting, and real-world industry experience, and leads to the Level 1 Rummelier® credential.

Whether you're joining us from this side of the Atlantic or theirs, we're building a global community around the serious study of rum and sugar cane spirits.

U.S. cohort: September 14
European-friendly option: Forth Valley College, Scotland

https://store.pdi.lynchburg.edu/product?catalog=SCS101

University of Lynchburg is a nationally recognized private university where students gain a greater heart for humanity and a mindset of individual growth. Here, thought-provoking learning ignites change in each individual, and the world.

08/18/2026

New from PDI: Mastering ChatGPT & AI for the Workplace Certificate

Ready to move beyond experimenting with AI?

This new three-course online certificate is designed to help professionals build practical skills using ChatGPT and other conversational AI tools for research, writing, brainstorming, problem-solving, productivity, and everyday workplace applications.

Beginning with effective prompting and foundational concepts, the program progresses to more advanced applications and repeatable AI-assisted workflows you can put to work in your professional life.

💻 100% online
📚 Three-course certificate
⏱️ 48 hours
📅 Begins September 8

Explore the new certificate and see what AI can help you do next. https://store.pdi.lynchburg.edu/product?catalog=MasteringChatGPT

University of Lynchburg

08/15/2026

University of Lynchburg at the Key West Rum Fest Grand Tasting!

It's been an incredible week in Key West for University of Lynchburg Rum & Sugar Cane Spirits instructor Greg Hill.

Today, Greg had the opportunity to present Master Rummelier® certificates during the Key West Rum Fest Grand Tasting, where rum enthusiasts and industry professionals came together to explore spirits from around the world.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by, connected with Greg, and helped make this such a memorable week in Key West!

08/14/2026

A great afternoon at the Key West Rum Fest! 🥃

University of Lynchburg's Rum & Sugar Cane Spirits instructor Greg Hill joined fellow rum authors for today's book signing, and we're happy to report that Greg sold out of all the books he brought with him!

It's been a great week of connecting with rum enthusiasts, industry professionals, former students, and friends from across the rum community.

Congratulations, Greg, and thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello!