Whether you are an individual seeking to improve your familiarity with the personal computer through online courses, or a professional organization looking to provide continuing education units to your members, the University of South Carolina’s Continuing Education and Conferences (CE&C) provides a wide array of noncredit opportunities to the South Carolina community. Our noncredit programs provide educational opportunities to individuals as well as organizations in flexible and convenient formats that meet your needs. Our personal and professional education programs include professional training programs, administration of professional Continuing Education Units (CEUs), and test preparation programs for college entrance and graduate exams. Click on the links below for more information about all of our exciting programs.
- Professional Education Programs
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- LEED & Sustainable Technologies Training Programs
- Test Preparation Programs
Professional Education Programs
Whether you are seeking an individual online course to introduce you to the Personal Computer, or seeking a comprehensive customized training program for your entire staff, the University of South Carolina’s Professional Education Programs (PEP) are here to meet your needs. PEP’s training experts can assist you in areas such as time management, project management, organizational leadership, or information technology. We have knowledgeable and friendly training experts who are available to deliver training to you in a variety of formats to fit your needs.
The six-month Paralegal Certificate Program is a non-credit certificate program designed to advance the legal skills and career options of professionals in the paralegal industry. Focusing on the practical skills and knowledge used in the professional legal workplace today, our program allows you to quickly complete your studies and enter the paralegal field with confidence, and the credentials to succeed. Join us for a complimentary information session to learn more about this rewarding field and USC's unique learning experience.
LEED & Sustainable Technologies Training Programs
Join today’s hottest industry and become a certified LEED Accredited Professional! Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, LEED is the most distinguished and widely accepted environmental design and green building certification. This LEED AP exam prep course includes a complete review of LEED credits, hundreds of simulated exam questions, a practice exam, worksheets and strategies for passing the exam.
Unlock your future with test preparation from the University of South Carolina’s test prep experts. University Test Prep provides test preparation for graduate school entrance exams and undergraduate admissions tests. Visit our Test Prep website to view a calendar of upcoming workshops and test preparation courses.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are a standard unit of measure, which are used to provide verification of professional training for individuals. We provide administrative services, training support, and records management to professional organizations and associations across campus and the state of South Carolina that provide training to individuals and groups. For more information about our CEU certificating policies, or to apply for CEU approval, visit our CEU Programs page.
Noncredit Certificate Programs
Noncredit Certificate Programs (NCCP) document participation in extensive noncredit instruction and professional development activities, and are generally made up of a group of related CEU or Professional Education courses. Visit our Noncredit Certificate Programs (NCCP) website to learn more.
Ready to learn more about our exciting programs? Simply email our professional staff or give us a call at (803) 777-9444. We are here to fulfill your noncredit needs.