Professional Development Programs
Enter a new field or upskill in your industry with a fast-paced, non-credit bootcamp or certificate program from Saint Joseph’s University. We partner with industry experts to provide offerings that help people stay competitive in the workforce. From medical cannabis certification and business certificates to horticulture and courses on neurodiversity from the Kinney Center, Saint Joseph’s offers a variety of options to continue your education — and we’re continuing to expand our offerings.
Barnes Horticulture Certificate
The Barnes Arboretum at Saint Joseph’s University offers a two-year horticulture certificate program that combines horticultural science, methods and design. The program meets one day a week for 28 weeks each academic year and prepares students for the Pennsylvania Certified Horticulturist exam. All classes in the program can also be individually audited, space permitting.
Executive Coach Program (ICF Accredited)
Saint Joseph’s University is offering a unique and proven ICF- accredited executive coaching training with the Center for Executive Coaching. The executive coaching program is virtual, conveniently self-paced and interactive. You make your own schedule with our flexible hours to accommodate your busy life.
Entrepreneurial Bootcamp for Veterans
The Office of Veteran Services at Saint Joseph’s University runs entrepreneurial bootcamp programs for active military and military veterans who are interested in growing or starting their own business. These programs combine self-study curriculum with instructor-led feedback, on-campus residency weeks and year-long mentorships.
Kinney Center Courses
Saint Joseph’s University’s School of Education and Human Development has launched two online, self-paced course series through its Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support. One series, Colleges Learn about Autistic Student Support (CLASS), equips faculty and staff in higher education with the knowledge and tools to create a more inclusive, supportive campus experience for autistic and neurodivergent students. The Neurodiversity at Work Series (N@W) empowers organizations to recruit, acknowledge and support neurodivergent talent, creating stronger, more inclusive workplaces.
AI in Healthcare: The Essentials for Nurses and Healthcare Workers
This course equips nurses, and other health professionals, with essential knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Learners explore core AI concepts and examine how these technologies are shaping clinical practice, decision-making, and healthcare systems. This course has been approved for 6 PSNA Credits.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Food Marketing
This online, instructor-led course from the Center for Executive and Professional Education, Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Food Marketing, empowers food industry leaders to harness the power of AI to drive smarter strategy, innovation, and consumer connection.
Direct Care Excellence Series: Essential Skills for Safe, Compassionate, and Person-Centered Care
Ready to bring more confidence and skill to every shift? The Direct Care Excellence Series gives unlicensed direct care professionals practical, evidence-informed training in communication, medication safety, and person-centered care—so you can walk away with tools you'll actually use, starting with your very next client.
Preparing Transition-Aged Students with Disabilities for Post-Secondary Education
Learn how to effectively support students with disabilities as they navigate the path to college and post-secondary education, from building the right skills in K-12 to coordinating with families and colleagues during the transition process. This course has been approved for 7 ACT 48 Credits.
Literacy Leadership Through Collaboration: Building Effective Literacy Teams
This course prepares literacy professionals to lead effective literacy teams functioning as professional learning communities (PLCs). Walk away with the leadership strategies to facilitate impactful professional learning experiences that drive instructional growth and improve student literacy outcomes.
PA Educators: Earn Act 48 credits while building practical strategies to lead collaborative literacy teams in your school or district.
Content Area Literacy
Strengthen your content area teaching with practical, research-based literacy strategies designed for today’s K–12 classrooms. This self-paced interactive online course helps educators effectively integrate reading, writing, vocabulary, and discussion into any subject area.
PA Educators: Earn Act 48 credits while gaining practical strategies to embed literacy and reading comprehension into your specific subject area without sacrificing content time.
From Conflict to Connection: Talking to Loved Ones About Addiction
Learn how to talk to your loved ones about addiction using compassionate, evidence-based motivational engagement—at zero cost to you. We believe this vital support should be accessible to everyone, so we are offering this course free of charge to individuals.
Mindset and Leadership in Healthcare and Human Performance
Great clinical and athletic performance requires more than just technical expertise—it demands strong leadership, clear communication, and personal resilience. Mindset and Leadership in Healthcare and Human Performance is a flexible, 100% online course built specifically for developing professionals across the healthcare, exercise professional, and sports performance sectors.
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