Center for Professional and Continuing Education
Upcoming CPCE Offerings
Extension Courses:
Extension Units offer both personal enrichment as well as academic credit towards undergraduate degree programs offered by the University of the Pacific. They may also be transferable to other colleges and universities; however, it is important to check with the specific college before taking these designated courses to make sure that they are acceptable as credit. Extended Education Units may not be applied toward required unit count for financial aid.
October:
Dreams and Interpretations
The Business Side of Writing a Novel
Damage Inc. Heavy Metal and the Music of Metallica
November:
History of Peacemakers in Times of Turmoil
The Media Job Market: Preparing Yourself
Myths and Ghosts in Literature and Film
Life in the Trenches: The Horrors of the First World War
Introduction to Qigong for Wellness and Health
The Cinematic Literature of Heaven and Hell
Eastern and Western Astrology
December:
From Pearl Harbor to Hiroshima: Second World War through Japanese Eyes
Living Dead: Vampires in Film and Fiction
Spirituality and Healing: Introduction to Reiki
The Second World War: Operation Europe
Online Courses:
Certificate in International Trade
Introduction to Critical Thinking
Developing Critical Thinking Skills
Applying Critical Thinking in Practice
Introduction to Personal Creativity
Creativity in Teams & Organizations
Innovation in Organizations
Leading Teams
Leading Change
Journalism 101
A day at the Museum: Honing your Non-Profit Skills Parts I & II
Non-Credit Courses:
November:
Using New Communication Technology
Continuing Education Courses:
Continuing Education Courses offer Continuing Education Units (CEU's) intended for use where employers, licensing agencies, or other professional associations require a specified number of study hours.One (1) CEU is awarded for each ten (10) hours of contact participation.
November:
Project management Training and PMP Exam Prep
Professional Development Courses: (Self Paced)
Courses designed to meet personal and professional needs.
Online (VESI) Courses for Educators
Curriculum Enhancement & Special Projects
Developing New Ideas in Education
Development of Instructional Activities
Travel Study

