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Professional and Continuing Education at the University of Adelaide helps individuals and organisations learn, grow, adapt and thrive in the changing world of work.

Our focused and high quality workforce training, development and credentials respond to current and emerging industry and business trends, and are designed to build skills and capabilities for the jobs of the future.

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Tackling teacher workforce shortages and skills gaps through micro-credentials

Learn how the Micro-credentials for Classroom Confidence initiative is playing a vital role in upskilling Australian teachers in areas of need.  

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The most in-demand skills in 2025

Each year, the World Economic Forum's 'Future of Jobs' Report identifies a set of core skills, and ranks them according to how important they are expected to become over the next five years. 

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2025 Program out now

Download our Program and begin exploring short courses and workforce strategy, education and planning services designed to help you, and your organisation, thrive in 2025. 

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Why Professional and Continuing Education?

  • For all learners

    Our programs and courses are tailored to the unique education needs of thousands of learners each year, spanning executive assistants to CEOs.

  • Diverse offering

    With 90+ courses and programs on offer in 2024*, we offer training and development in a variety of professional specialisations.

  • Industry-aligned

    Our courses and programs respond to emerging industry and business trends.

  • Customised education specialists

    We have a strong track record of partnering with organisations to develop customised education solutions that facilitate impactful change.

  • Subject matter experts

    Our courses and programs are delivered by subject matter experts who understand your needs and priorities.

  • Flexible

    Study on your own terms with flexibility in when, where and how you learn with online and in-person study options.

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