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Whether you’re advancing your career or pursuing personal growth, our flexible courses and certifications support your journey. We make quality education accessible to all.

Courses & Programs

At Eastern Washington University's Professional and Continuing Education program, we're dedicated to lifelong learning.
With options for earning clock hours, professional certifications, and CEUs, we're here for you and your busy schedule. Explore our PCE Catalog of Learning by following the links below.


Non-Credit & Professional Development

Find out more about clock hours, customized professional development, and CEUs.

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Non-degree EWU Credit Courses

Explore PCE non-degree, for-credit options.

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PCE Course Catalog

Enroll in EWU’s PCE courses today.

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Virtual Digital Badges Series

The Future of Skills: Bridging Education & Opportunity with Digital Badges

Credentials are evolving—and digital badges are leading the way. This engaging webinar series brings together staff, faculty, employers, and students to explore how skills‑based credentials make learning visible, verifiable, and meaningful in today’s workforce. Discover how digital badges capture the full story of what learners know and can do, strengthen academic and co‑curricular pathways, and connect EWU talent to real‑world opportunity. Together, these sessions lay the groundwork for a future‑ready credentialing ecosystem that benefits learners, employers, and the institution alike.

Virtual Series Schedule

  • Staff & Administrators — February 19 | 11:00–11:45 AM
    Explore how digital badges support employee growth, validate co‑curricular learning, and contribute to a unified learner record. Slide DeckAdd to Calendar 
  • Faculty — February 24 | 1:00–1:45 PM
    Learn how to surface the skills embedded in your courses and turn learning into credentials employers can see—without redesigning your curriculum. Add to Calendar
  • Employers & Industry Partners — March 3 | 10:00–10:45 AM
    See how verifiable digital badges help identify real skills, reduce hiring guesswork, and strengthen regional talent pipelines. Add to Calendar
  • Students — April 15 | 12:00–12:45 PM
    Build a digital brand that stands out. Learn how to share your skills, get noticed by employers, and make your experience count. Add to Calendar

Stay connected – EWU PCE will be hosting workshops starting Summer 2026!

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PCE + IQ4 Corp. Pilot

Over the past year EWU’s Professional and Continuing Education (PCE) unit has worked with IQ4 Corporation to pilot their digital wallet as part of their efforts to implement a learning and employment record (LER). Learn more about EWU digital credentialing efforts and check out the PCE unit at the links below.

 

Leading Forward: MultiCare's Strengths-Based Leadership in Action

MultiCare Leadership Development Series 

This fall, MultiCare partnered with EWU Professional & Continuing Education to deliver a four-week leadership development program designed for emerging and current leaders. Participants explored CliftonStrengths, transformational leadership practices, and crucial conversation skills while engaging directly with senior executives. Through interactive sessions and guided discussions, attendees gained tools to build trust, lead across differences, and successfully manage teams.
  • Expert-Led | Dr. Brian Davenport delivered research-based leadership strategies to all level of participants, up to and including MultiCare leadership executives.
  • Develop Crucial Skills | Training included tools for building trust, leading across differences, and mastering crucial conversations.
  • Applied Focus | Participants practiced real-world leadership skills to build trust, lead teams, and drive results.
  • Explore Leadership Practices | Participants examined individual strengths and learned leadership strategies for diverse situations.

When: October 22nd – November 6th, 2025

Where: Catalyst Building, Spokane, WA

Presenters: Brian Davenport, Ph.D. Eastern Washington University 

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State Authorization

EWU offers distance education to students in various states and advises those pursuing professional licenses to check with their state's licensing agency before enrolling.

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