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Find your way forward. Whether you’re upskilling to advance your career, improve client/patient outcomes, pursuing a new passion or something in between, our flexible online, in-person and hybrid classes are designed to work with your schedule, here on the UW–Madison campus or wherever you are in the world. Use the search filters to find the class, badge or certificate that works best for you.

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    Introduction to Inclusive Leadership

    New Course! Unlock the power of inclusive leadership to transform yourself and our communities. We'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and practice facilitating environments where every voice matters. By leading with curiosity and humility, we build relational trust and positive change. Throughout this course, participants will develop a nuanced understanding of cultural competence. This expanded perspective will equip you to navigate diverse contexts with sensitivity. Through discussion and real-world applications, you'll refine your skills in building relationships and promoting equity and belonging.
    Upcoming Dates
    • March 19–21, 2024
      $429; gov't/nonprofit $329
      Live online

    Leadership

    Explore leadership characteristics and ways to strengthen your organization and support others' work. Learn about different leadership styles, public perceptions of leadership by sector and servant-leadership basics. Develop a personal leadership philosophy that contributes to your mission.
    Upcoming Dates
    • March 20–22, 2024
      $459; Gov't/Nonprofit $359
      Live online
    • Dec. 3–12, 2024
      $480; gov't/nonprofit $380
      Live online
    • March 25–27, 2025
      $480; gov't/nonprofit $380
      Live online

    Spanish 1

    Subject Area: LanguagesSpanish
    This beginning-level language class (A1.1) explores the cultural richness of the Spanish-speaking world while helping you master the basics of Spanish with a proven communicative approach that emphasizes speaking competency while also building skills in listening, reading and writing. This practical course will quickly have you talking about life, family, work and travel.
    Upcoming Dates
    • March 20, 2024–May 29, 2024
      $269
      Live online
    • March 20, 2024–May 29, 2024
      $269
      Live online
    • April 15, 2024–July 1, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • April 15, 2024–July 1, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • May 30, 2024–Aug. 15, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • May 30, 2024–Aug. 15, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • June 4, 2024–Aug. 13, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • July 18, 2024–Sep. 26, 2024
      $279
      Live online

    Spanish 5

    Subject Area: LanguagesSpanish
    Learn the differences between the present subjunctive and indicative in this highly practical intermediate course (B1.1). Improve your use of complex sentence structures and delve deeper into past tenses.
    Upcoming Dates
    • March 20, 2024–June 12, 2024
      $349
      Live online

    Emotional Intelligence for Leaders: From Insight to Impact

    This class will focus on the proactive approaches and tools for creating an EI culture that enables respectful, effective and creative collaboration even when the going gets tough. For this class, it will be assumed that participants are familiar with EI and want to lead or influence a team to become an extraordinary one. Participants will have the advantage of completing the EQi 2.0 self-assessment in advance of the class. The cost is included in the class fee.
    Upcoming Dates
    • March 21, 2024–April 11, 2024
      $479; gov't/nonprofit $379
      Live online

    German 2

    Subject Area: LanguagesGerman
    Continue to learn German conversation and grammar, the history and traditions of German-speaking people and tips for travelers in a fun and relaxed environment at the UW South Madison Partnership. In this in-person course, you will benefit from the online course materials and get twice as much time to practice speaking.
    Upcoming Dates
    • March 21, 2024–June 6, 2024
      $319
      Hybrid

    Trauma Informed Leadership: A Guide for All Managers

    Studies are revealing that a large percentage of adults nationwide suffer from abusive childhoods, PTSD, grief from loss and/or other traumatizing events. This class will focus on what individual managers can do to recognize and respond to members of their team who are struggling. We will navigate through how to be compassionate without running afoul of employment laws or abandoning work standards and job descriptions. Participants will learn how to deal with worker trauma in ways that go beyond simple expressions of empathy while protecting confidentiality.
    Upcoming Dates
    • March 27–28, 2024
      $479; gov't/ nonprofit $379
      Live online
    • June 19–20, 2024
      Standard $479.00 Gov't/ Nonprofit $379.00
      Live online

    Mindfulness for Clinicians: An 8-Week Intensive Course

    Subject Area: Behavioral HealthMental Health
    This 8-week intensive course is for clinicians who want to incorporate mindfulness into their own lives to be more present, effective and stable in their work as well as develop more confidence in applying mindfulness principles and tools with their patients (clients, students and staff). The course is appropriate for experienced practitioners as well as those with no experience in mindfulness or meditation. 20 CE Hours | Zoom and Canvas LMS | Instructor: Mare Chapman | Audience: Helping Professionals
    Upcoming Dates
    • March 28, 2024–May 16, 2024
      $469.00
      Live online

    Spanish 2

    Subject Area: LanguagesSpanish
    We have made this practical high-beginner's course (A1.2) better with a new curriculum. Explore the cultural richness of the Spanish-speaking world while taking your skills to the next level. Improve your ability to converse about a wider range of common topics in the present tense, take your first steps in conversing with past tenses, and grow your comprehension, reading and writing skills, all in the context of real-life situations.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 2, 2024–June 18, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • April 2, 2024–June 18, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • April 24, 2024–July 10, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • June 5, 2024–Aug. 21, 2024
      $279
      Live online

    Spanish 3

    Subject Area: LanguagesSpanish
    We have made this practical low-intermediate course (A2.1) even better with a new curriculum designed for adult language learners. Explore the cultural richness of the Spanish-speaking world through the voices and experiences of speakers from over 10 different countries.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 2, 2024–June 18, 2024
      $269
      Live online
    • April 17, 2024–July 3, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • April 17, 2024–July 3, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • May 6, 2024–July 22, 2024
      $279
      Live online
    • May 6, 2024–July 22, 2024
      $279
      Live online

    Professional Writing: Effective Workplace Communication

    Master the skills necessary to communicate effectively with internal and external audiences in today's professional environment. Learn techniques of document structure, grammar and style proven to enhance credibility and influence. Learn credibility-damaging errors and tips for avoiding them.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 3–10, 2024
      $349; gov't/nonprofit $249
      Live online

    Communication Skills for Challenging Conversations

    Learn to handle difficult conversations at work and to listen and be assertive without weakening relationships. Better understand the complex nature of interpersonal communication and explore why misunderstanding is so normal. Apply the skills learned to conflict resolution and give performance feedback.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 4–12, 2024
      $589; $489 gov't/nonprofit
      Live online

    Fridays in French

    Subject Area: LanguagesFrench
    In this course, you will have the opportunity to practice conversational French while learning about French and Francophone cultures in an informal and relaxed group atmosphere.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 5, 2024–May 3, 2024
      $259
      In-person

    Data Analytics Bootcamp

    Offered through UW Extended Campus, this intensive 24-week online program is fast-paced and focused on the technical skills needed to solve data problems inspired by the real world. Throughout the course, you will gain proficiency in numerous in-demand technologies, including Excel, Python, JavaScript, SQL Databases, Tableau, machine learning and more.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 8, 2024–Oct. 2, 2024
      $11,995
      Live

    Managing Your Brain for Managers: The Neuroscience of Leading Self and Others

    Through neuroscience-backed techniques, this skills-focused workshop helps leaders create a psychologically safe culture, increase employee engagement and productivity and improve mental and physical well-being. Participants will learn and practice techniques for cooling down their Lower Brain, our fear-based survival center, and activating the Higher Brain, the center for creativity, critical thinking and interpersonal connections. The results are a fulfilling and successful workplace, personal growth, and a high-functioning community. The program will be a mix of self-directed learning in Canvas and live online Zoom sessions. The self-directed learning exercises will be available one week before each live session and should be completed before the associated live session.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 16, 2024–May 21, 2024
      $579; gov't/nonprofit $469
      Live online

    Spanish 0

    Subject Area: LanguagesSpanish
    This newly-revised mini-course sets you up for success in Spanish 1 with a slow introduction to the fundamentals of Spanish with proven strategies for learning a new language.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 16, 2024–May 21, 2024
      $144
      Live online
    • April 16, 2024–May 21, 2024
      $144
      Live online
    • May 15, 2024–June 19, 2024
      $144
      Live online
    • June 6, 2024–July 18, 2024
      $144
      Live online
    • July 17, 2024–Aug. 21, 2024
      $144
      Live online

    Healing for Healers

    Subject Area: Behavioral HealthMental Health
    This workshop is designed to be a sanctuary for anyone who is on the front lines providing mental health care. Join us for a morning of exploring self-compassion practices that nourish wellbeing and promote emotional resilience. We will identify and experiment with evidence-based practices to nurture the healer within. Please be prepared to engage in a variety of meditation practices throughout this workshop. You will also have opportunities to connect with colleagues and for personal reflection. No prior experience is required. 3 CE Hours | Zoom | Instructor: Brenda Heideman, LCSW | Audience: Health and human services providers, social workers, psychologists, clinicians, etc.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 17, 2024
      $99
      Live online

    Teaching Transferable Skills in College Courses: Developing Career Readiness and Cultural Fluency

    Customizable
    Learn to teach communication, teamwork, critical thinking and self-motivated learning – four transferable skills strongly linked to student success. College educators and administrators gain a strong foundation in the theory, research and practical applications of these crucial skills.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 22, 2024–June 7, 2024
      $385 through March 31, $549 after
      $275 through March 31, $439 after, each for a Group 3+
      Group-paced

    French 1

    Subject Area: LanguagesFrench
    This beginning-level class helps you master the basics of French with a proven communicative approach that emphasizes speaking competency while also building skills in listening, reading and writing. This practical course will quickly have you talking about family, work, cities and food. Students will need to purchase access to an online resource.
    Upcoming Dates
    • April 23, 2024–July 9, 2024
      $269
      Live online