Continuing Education and Summer Programs
Sharon E. Alexander, Dean
Mission
Continuing Education (CE) is the outreach arm of The University of Montana, and its mission reflects The University of Montana’s commitment to provide high quality, innovative outreach programs that serve the lifelong learning needs of the citizens of Montana and beyond. Continuing Education’s primary goal is to provide access to UM’s vast array of educational opportunities.
Continuing Education partners with academic units and external agencies to develop programs; write grant and contract proposals, for external funding; and offer focused training programs that contribute to the economic development of Montana. CE programs are delivered using a variety of delivery formats.
Continuing Education is located in the James E. Todd building, east of the University Center, and provides access to state-of-the-art technology in every room. In addition, CE provides conference and event planning, including equipment rental, technical support and logistical assistance. For more information, visit the website.
UM Online courses are available to students both on- and off- campus at times and places convenient to the learner. Degree programs, General Education courses and many other online courses are offered in cooperation with academic units, to students locally, throughout Montana, nationally and globally. Online degree programs include the Library Media Endorsement Program, the AAS in Surgical Technology, the Masters of Public Administration, and the Masters of Education in Curriculum Studies, and others. For more information and course schedules, select UMOnline at the website http://umonline.umt.edu/.
Summer Semester offers several options for traditional and non-traditional students throughout the summer months. Graduate and undergraduate courses are offered in more than 30 disciplines, along with workshops and seminars. For more information about Summer Semester, visit www.montanasummer.com.
Wintersession offers UM students an opportunity to earn up to 6 credits during the 3-week session in January. Credits earned during Wintersession count toward full-time Spring Semester status. For example, students registered for 3 credits during Wintersession and 9 credits during the Spring Semester are considered full-time students. Students registered fro 12 or more credits during the Spring Semester do not pay additional tuition for courses scheduled during Wintersession. Financial Aid applies to credits earned during Spring, including Wintersession. For more information, view our website at http://www.umt.edu/ce/deo/winter/.
Extended Courses and Degree Programs offers academic credit courses and programs in may disciplines. Designed to meet the diverse needs of students, programs are offered at locations throughout Montana and beyond using traditional classroom methods, videoconferencing and Internet instruction. For more information, visit the web site at www.umt.edu/ccesp/external.
Community and Professional Services
The mission of the Community and Professional Services Department is to provide comprehensive non-credit training opportunities to a broad spectrum of professional and community groups. The unit is responsible for the development and implementation of programs that included professional development, technical support, training, creative solutions, enhanced solutions and communications. These programs focus on health and the environment by offering custom tailored workshops, conferences, reports, strategic planning, regional training and community outreach programs. CPS works to empower community organizations by providing services that enable them to increase their levels of skill and efficiency. For more information, visit http://www.umt.edu/ee/cps/.
Montana Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
The mission of the Montana Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (MOLLI) is to promote lifelong learning and personal growth for adults +55. The institute offers an accessible and innovative learning environment for older adults from all backgrounds and levels of education. Faculty include emeritus and current faculty, as well as professionals from the community. Program offerings include lectures, ongoing discussions, short courses, and interest groups covering topics from the humanities, sciences and the arts, as well as community and regional issues. For more information, visit http://www.umt.edu/ce/plus55.