Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies
continuing education professional development programs

Professional Development Workshops and Certificates  

Current Programs

Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification Program
The Adult (MHFA) Certification Program is designed to give an overview of the prevalence and impact of mental health problems in the United States; outline the signs, symptoms, possible risk factors and warning signs of depression and anxiety; and introduce the MHFA action plan and how it fits within the array of interventions available to address mental health problems in adults. Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification Program

Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Professional Certificate Program 
This certificate program was developed with working professionals in mind. As a CFP® Board Registered Program, we provide comprehensive instruction with an emphasis on quality client service; all completed within a 10-month period. Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Professional Certificate Program. 

Cybersecurity for Professionals in National Security and Corporate Intelligence 
Designed for any professional in the workforce, this 2-day course serves as an introduction into the field of cybersecurity to  safeguard both their personal and business data. Cybersecurity for Professionals in National Security and Corporate Intelligence

Essentials for 21st-Century Leadership
What Makes a Successful Leader? The new Essentials for the 21st-Century Leadership course from Seton Hall’s Buccino Leadership Institute addresses this question by providing an overview of the factors essential for effective leadership. This course is designed for practitioners – those in leadership positions or aspiring to lead. Essentials for 21st-Century Leadership

iTHIRST Spiritual Companionship Training
The iTHIRST online training seeks to provide a spiritual remedy to those suffering from addiction through the development and implementation of programs designed to educate and prevent, to provide support to treatment facilities and those incarcerated, and to develop an aftercare community for the afflicted and their families. iTHIRST Spiritual Companionship Training

Professional Market Research Certificate
Two self-paced online market research courses – Market Research Insights: Qualitative and Market Research Insights: Quantitative – are designed for anyone interested in learning more about market research and how to conduct and leverage it to make better business decisions. They are ideal for those interested in learning more about their customers, products, services or employees, including market researchers and others who need business insights. Market Research Certificate

Youth Mental Health First Aid Certificate Program
Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches students how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in youth. This training gives adults who work with youth the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to children and adolescents (ages 6-18) who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem. Youth Mental Health First Aid Certificate

Recent Programs

"Fraud Detection at the Third Line of Defense" and "Critical Thinking and Mastering Communication"
During the Institute of Internal Auditors’ (IIA) North Jersey Chapter September Seminar, learn how to improve the effectiveness of your company’s anti-fraud program, plus learn the psychological science behind crafting powerful messages and communicating with clarity.

Conference on the Caribbean, November 2
A unique forum to raise awareness about the limitless opportunities the region offers. 

NJSHA's Interprofessional Autism Conference (IPAC)
The annual IPAC, sponsored by the New Jersey Speech-Language-Hearing Association,  brings together professionals to share collaborative efforts around evidence-based interventions for working with individuals with autism. NJSHA Interprofessional Autism Conference. 

Utility of Functional Analysis to Assess Severe Problem Behavior in a School Setting
This workshop will focus on the utility of functional analysis in a school setting. The workshop will provide a brief review of multi-tier system of supports framework, barriers to conducting functional analysis in school settings, and solutions for overcoming those barriers. Participants will review several types of functional analyses conducted in a school setting and corresponding results. 

College of Nursing NCLEX Boot Camp
The 3-day  NCLEX review program incorporates both content review and test-taking strategies.

Northern New Jersey Working Together Tax Conference, January 8, 2020
The Working Together program continues to promote the positive ongoing relationship between the tax practitioner community and the Internal Revenue Service. The annual meeting, open to both IRS employees and the practitioner community, has become a "mark your calendar" event for many New Jersey tax professionals.

Workshop on Healthy Lifestyles for Adolescents and Adults with Autism
On November 16, explore evidence-based strategies for promoting healthy lifestyles and inclusion opportunities for those with ASD. 

Effective Writing Series
An in-depth focus on developing the tools you need to be an effective writer. 

Social Media for Beginners
Kick start your social media know-how with this 2-part introductory workshop.

Social Media Management and Writing
Learn smart strategies and writing techniques that work best with different social media platforms. 

Do the Right Thing
Learn how to establish a values-based organizational culture.

Beyond Resumes and Job Boards
Jump start your job search with this high-intensity workshop that will give you strategies to optimize your next career move.

Social Networking, Technology and Software
Stay up to date with Social Networking, Tablet Apps, Productivity Software and Communications Trends with our convenient weekend and weeknight Certificate Programs and Workshops.