Office of Workforce Development

We are committed to helping you find a true fit through our varied programs — online or offline, continuing education, professional development, or customized training solutions. Our goal is your success, whether you are seeking a program to reach the next level in your career, educational goals, or business venture.

Featured Programs

Grow with Google® Career Certificates

Gain skills that set yourself apart with a Grow with Google® industry-recognized certificate.

           

Six Thinking Hats® Training

Learn a thinking technique that increases productivity, fosters innovation and creativity while bringing the best of what you and your team have to offer.

   

Frontline Leadership Credentialling Program

Develop core leadership skills through engaging online sessions.

   

Youth Discovery Camp: Construction

Designed for high school students, attend a 5-day overnight camp exploring construction trades through hands-on experiences, virtual reality, and industry site visits.

   

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Featured Program Schedule

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In-Person
Shearer Hall 005
Shippensburg University

Date 1, 2023–
Date 2, 2024

Instructor
Jessica Jones

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In-Person
Shearer Hall 005
Shippensburg University

Date 1, 2023–
Date 2, 2024

Instructor
Jessica Jones

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Online

Date 11, 2023–
Date 22, 2024

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How Can We Help You

Employers

Shippensburg University’s Office of Workforce Development (OWD) provides customized, professional workforce development programs that are designed to meet the needs of the organization and its employees.

     

Professional Development

Shippensburg University’s Office of Workforce Development (OWD) provides customized, professional workforce development programs that are designed to meet the needs of the organization and its employees.

Our faculty are highly experienced subject matter experts who design training programs based upon your organizational and professional development needs.

     

Credit Programs

Find courses to meet your needs and receive college credit.

     

Satisfied Companies

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Testimonals

“My experience with the Prepared for PA Frontline Leadership program was very educational. It provided me with an opportunity to grow my career and gain skills that apply to many areas of my professional and personal life. It was a rewarding challenge, ending in certificates from good institutions that will reflect positively on me in years to come. I appreciate the opportunities Prepared for PA afforded me and wholeheartedly thank everyone involved in making this program available.”

     

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FAQ

Does Shippensburg University offer online degrees?

Our university offers online graduate degrees and certificate programs, which can be found in our Program Finder. Currently we do not offer any fully online undergraduate degrees, although we do have an array of online course options during Summer and Winter terms.

Can I take online or for-credit classes at Shippensburg university, even if I’m not a student?

Yes! Shippensburg University offers an array of courses designed to be useful to everyone, not only our traditional undergraduate students. Our for-credit classes and certificate programs can be found on the Program Finder.

In order to be able to register for any of our for-credit classes, you will need to be enrolled as a Non-degree/Visiting Student.

Does Shippensburg University offer a GED course or exam?

While we do offer a helpful Online GED Exam Prep Course, we do not have any in-person GED prep courses, and we do not offer the GED exam at our university. Locally, you can contact the Lincoln Intermediate Unit for GED Prep classes, www.iu12.org.

What if I can’t find the course I want?

While Shippensburg University tries to offer as many courses as possible, there are inevitably times when there might be a course we don’t have. If you can’t find a course you want using the menu or the search bar, then please fill out our Professional Development Interest Form if you are an individual, or our Employer Interest Form if you are an employer.

We will make sure to point you in the right direction if the class exists. If it doesn’t, then don’t worry. Our office is rapidly growing, and we are frequently in the process of developing new programs. We will take your feedback into consideration. If we develop the course you were looking for, then we contact you to let you know when it becomes available.

What do I do if I have question about my Non-Degree/Visiting Student application?

If you want to check your application status or if you have any questions about the application itself, please contact our admissions office at admissions@ship.edu or 717-477-1231.

INTEREST FORM

Employers

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