Your next step could start with a single course.
Build skills for your next challenge, explore a new career direction or make time for something you’ve always wanted to learn. Ohio State’s Professional and Continuing Education offerings give you flexible ways to keep growing, with online options that include self-paced learning and live instruction.
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Popular Courses
Popular Courses
Introduction to Generative AI
Transform your curiosity into confidence with this hands-on primer. Designed for non-technical learners, you’ll master everyday AI use with no coding required.
Agentic AI for Small Business
Leverage autonomous AI agents that independently research, analyze data, and execute complex business workflows.
Introduction to Social Media Marketing
Unlock the full marketing potential of social media. This course teaches the basics of the modern digital landscape.
Common Questions
Professional and Continuing Education (PCE) connects learners with Ohio State’s noncredit courses and certificates across subjects including business, education, healthcare, and AI and technology. The PCE website brings these opportunities together so you can explore offerings, compare options and register for your next learning experience.
Noncredit education is learning that does not award academic credit toward a degree. Courses and certificates focus on specific skills or interests, and completion requirements vary by offering.
Noncredit courses do not automatically count toward a degree. Some degree or certificate programs may offer opportunities to earn academic credit for prior noncredit learning, subject to specific requirements and approval. If this is part of your plan, check with the academic program before enrolling to understand which learning experiences may qualify and how credit is awarded.
A noncredit certificate recognizes completion of a learning experience focused on particular skills or knowledge. Graduate and undergraduate certificates involve credit-bearing academic coursework and have formal admission requirements. The right option depends on your learning goals and whether you’re seeking academic credit.
Many Professional and Continuing Education offerings are available online, including self-paced courses and courses with scheduled live sessions. In-person opportunities are also available. Check each offering for its format and schedule, or filter your search by modality.
Costs and time commitments vary by offering. Visit the course or certificate listing for pricing, expected completion time, and any scheduled meeting dates.
Browse Professional and Continuing Education offerings, select a course or certificate that interests you, and review its requirements and registration instructions.
For questions about an offering or help with registration, contact ContinuingEd@osu.edu.