Continuing Education

Courses and programs designed to fit your needs--online, on campus, off campus and distance delivered.
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Learning Is a Lifelong Endeavor.

We are committed to meeting the outreach and lifelong educational needs of learners. Through the development and delivery of courses and programs on campus, online and at designated off-campus locations, we connect the resources of the university with your needs. Apply your coursework toward professional development, certificates, certifications, degree completion and graduate degrees.

Fly Fishing / PE 125-700A

  • Delivery Format: In-Person
  • Instructor: Dr. Dennis Vandenbloomen
  • Credits: 1 cr
  • Start Date: Mar. 24
  • End Date: May 16
  • Meeting Time(s): Tuesdays, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Course Overview: Fly tying, casting techniques, literature, stream craft, equipment considerations, conservation ethics and natural resources stewardship.

SHRM Essentials of Human Resources / INMGT 380-700C

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Instructor: Dr. Katie Walk
  • Credits: 1 cr
  • Start Date: Mar. 24
  • End Date: May 16
  • Meeting Time(s): Online-Asynchronous

Course Overview: Introductory course that provides a complete overview of human resource roles and responsibilities. Foundational human resource knowledge and competencies based on the SHRM body of knowledge: selecting qualified individuals; total rewards; learning and development; the performance management process; employment law.

Ichthyology-Wisconsin Fishes / BIO 260-800C

  • Delivery Format: Hybrid
  • Instructor: Dr. Michael Bessert
  • Credits: 4 cr
  • Start Date: May 19
  • End Date: Jun. 13
  • Meeting Time(s): Online-Asynchronous w/In-Person Camp

Course Overview: Introduction to the study of fishes, including morphology, taxonomy, classification, evolution, behavior, and general ecology of fishes. Special emphases on field identification of Wisconsin fishes, management of Wisconsin fish populations, and global conservation of fishes.

SHRM Essentials of Human Resources / INMGT 380-800C

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Instructor: Dr. Katie Walk
  • Credits: 1 cr
  • Start Date: Jun. 9
  • End Date: Aug. 3
  • Meeting Time(s): Online-Asynchronous

Course Overview: Introductory course that provides a complete overview of human resource roles and responsibilities. Foundational human resource knowledge and competencies based on the SHRM body of knowledge: selecting qualified individuals; total rewards; learning and development; the performance management process; employment law.

Remote Pilot Certification Prep / VID 296-800C

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Instructor: Jonny Wheeler
  • Credits: 1 cr
  • Start Date: Jun. 9
  • End Date: Jul. 6
  • Meeting Time(s): Online-Asynchronous

Course Overview: Prepares students for the FAA’s Part 107 knowledge test to obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate. Covers drone regulations, airspace, weather effects, emergency procedures, and flight operations. Ideal for those seeking to operate drones commercially or enhance employability across multiple industries.

SHRM Essentials of Human Resources / INMGT 380-600C

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Instructor: Dr. Katie Walk
  • Credits: 1 cr
  • Start Date: Oct. 22
  • End Date: Dec. 19
  • Meeting Time(s): Online-Asynchronous

Course Overview: Introductory course that provides a complete overview of human resource roles and responsibilities. Foundational human resource knowledge and competencies based on the SHRM body of knowledge: selecting qualified individuals; total rewards; learning and development; the performance management process; employment law.