The Professional Development Institute offers a wide range of non-credit in-person and online courses designed to help you enhance your knowledge, acquire new skills, and advance your career.
The Professional Development Institute offers a wide range of non-credit in-person and online courses designed to help you enhance your knowledge, acquire new skills, and advance your career.

The Business of Cannabis program prepares students to participate in one of the most rapidly growing new industries in the world. As the cannabis industry continues to develop, there will be an exponential number of opportunities for those looking to enter the industry. This industry is extremely complex, ever changing and unique, therefore, high quality education on the subject is paramount. It will provide students a huge advantage to obtain employment and setthem apart to participate in this sought-after industry.

The Cannabis Product Development & Design Certificate is an online program covering cannabis science, extraction, product formulation, and branding. Students learn to develop safe, compliant cannabis products such as edibles, tinctures, and topicals while mastering packaging, labeling, and regulatory design.

The Virginia Association of Destination Marketing Organizations (VADMO) offers a new tourism leadership credentialing initiative, the VADMO Tourism Leadership Institute (VTLI). This innovative program is designed to prepare industry professionals who want to advance their careers to blend their knowledge, skills and abilities with leadership theory and business strategy.

Build essential Excel skills for data analysis and reporting. This online certificate teaches you how to organize, analyze, and visualize data using formulas, pivot tables, and charts—boosting your productivity and confidence in today’s data-driven workplace.

The Cannabis Cultivation Specialist Certificate is a 9-week online program that teaches best practices in cannabis growing, plant care, and cultivation management. Learn the skills to succeed in indoor and outdoor grow operations or start your own cultivation business.

The Cannabis Retail Specialist Certificate is a 9-week online program that trains learners in dispensary operations, cannabis supply chain management, and retail compliance. Gain the skills to succeed in cannabis retail, from customer service to starting your own dispensary.

This 30-hour, online (asynchronous), video-based, certificate program is designed to give the student practical application of end-of-life care skills and a working knowledge of the issues surrounding death, dying, grief, and loss.

This comprehensive course is designed to transform individuals into Certified Corporate Event Planners by imparting the knowledge and skills needed to plan, design, and execute successful corporate events. From initial client interactions to post-event evaluation, students will learn the intricacies of event planning, project management, budgeting, and more, equipping them for a rewarding career in the dynamic field of corporate event planning.

Dive into the exciting world of content design, also known as UX writing, with this non-credit course. Gain essential skills and industry knowledge to create impactful digital experiences that solve real problems. With a globally recognized certificate, you'll enhance your career prospects in this rapidly growing field. Join us to develop the confidence and creativity needed to stand out as a content designer and shape the future of digital communication!

Jumpstart your career in tech with our Certified UI Designer course! In just 12 weeks, you'll learn the essential principles and techniques for creating beautiful, pixel-perfect user interfaces. Discover the reasoning behind effective design, allowing you to make confident, informed decisions. This hands-on course equips you with in-demand skills that employers are looking for, helping you become a valuable asset in the growing field of UI design.