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August 13, 2008
University of Washington Extension introduces Online + classroom combined format in fall 2008
New format for professional development certificate programs meets changing student needs
New program format meets changing student needs
Seven new format UW certificate programs offered for fall 2008
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New program format meets changing student needs
To meet the changing needs of our students, University of Washington (UW) Extension introduces a new online + classroom combined format. This is a blended learning combination of lecture time both in the classroom and online to increase flexibility and accessibility. Designed for working professionals with demanding jobs and busy personal lives, or those who simply prefer to learn from home, the online + classroom combined format can reduce commuting time, help save on gas, and make it even more convenient to seek professional development and continuing education at UW.
"Most of our students are working professionals who are very interested in networking with their peers," said David Szatmary, vice provost, UW Educational Outreach. "They also appreciate the opportunity to network with the instructors, who are leading practitioners in the field as well as UW faculty. So the new format combining online learning and classroom time is ideal. It's convenient, it's a good sustainability measure because it saves gas, and still provides an important measure of face to face contact."
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Seven new format UW certificate programs offered for fall 2008
Seven certificate programs will be offered in the online + classroom combined format for fall 2008. These include the UW certificate program in Psychological Trauma: Effective Practice and Treatment, which debuted in the new format in 2007 and has proven successful. The popular and long-running UW certificate program in Editing will also add a new section in the new format with a winter 2008 start.
- Guardianship (online + classroom combined)
The need for Certified Professional Guardians is growing. In this new program you will gain a comprehensive overview of guardianship in Washington State that meets the initial educational requirement of the Washington State CPG Board. You will develop skills necessary to navigate the social and health service system on behalf of adults who have been declared 'incapacitated' by Washington State courts.
- Information Assurance & Cybersecurity (online + classroom combined)
The information assurance field encompasses security policies and planning, security technologies and procedures, and training and awareness programs. This program identifies and evaluates detailed methodologies for establishing information assurance goals and defining what that means to an organization in terms of policies, planning and practice. It also includes an examination of defense strategies, incident response to system compromise, risk management decision-making, and legal issues.
- Marketing, Advanced Interactive (online + classroom combined)
Learn to create and execute effective online marketing plans in this dynamic new program for marketing and web business management professionals. You will focus on how to measure and analyze web marketing performance, and assess the effectiveness of existing online campaigns. The program includes information on current technologies like search engine optimization (SEO), blogs, virtual communities, email, viral marketing, and more.
- Oracle Applications Development (online + classroom combined)
Oracle has become one of the leading database management systems for enterprise resource management applications and e-business transactions via the internet. If you are familiar with general principles of database design, development and administration, and seek an introduction to Oracle applications development concepts and skills, this program is for you.
- Psychological Trauma: Effective Treatment and Practice (online + classroom combined)
With state of the art theories and evidence-based techniques for assessment and treatment of trauma in children and adults, this new program will carry your forward in your career as a social worker, psychologist, counselor, nurse, or related vocation.
- School Library Professional (online + classroom combined)
The Certificate Program for the School Library Professional, a five-quarter graduate-level program, prepares K-12 educators to develop and facilitate a successful school library media program. Participants learn to establish information-rich learning environments to help students become effective creators, critical users and communicators of ideas and information.
- SQL Server Specialist (Autumn-start; online + classroom combined)
Database applications are integral to any business, nonprofit organization, government agency or educational institution. This certificate program will provide you with an in-depth view of SQL Server in a variety of business contexts.
UW Extension (a division of UW Educational Outreach) offers more than 120 certificate programs for adults seeking career advancement, career change, or personal enrichment. Areas of study include business, arts, healthcare, engineering, computing and IT. Most programs are a sequence of three or more linked noncredit or credit courses that build on each other, typically offered over six to nine months.
Courses are taught by noted industry professionals, community leaders, and UW faculty. Many are project based, with an emphasis on practical skills and real-life scenarios that students can apply immediately on the job. Because going back to school is a serious commitment for adult students with many claims on their time, UW certificate programs are designed with flexible schedules and a choice of part-time, full-time, or even online study, depending on the program. For more information: Extension.