Give your career a creative edge.

AUArts' School of Continuing Education and Professional Development provides flexible programming for anyone dedicated to self-improvement, career growth, and lifelong learning.

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Personal Interest ceramics class

Personal Interest Courses

AUArts' Continuing Education offers hands-on, instructor-led art classes for adults of all skill levels. Held in our campus studios, these 8-week courses offer a welcoming space to learn new techniques, develop your practice, and connect with a community of fellow makers.

Winter registration now open!

Micro Credentials

Stand out from the crowd. Learn sought-after, career defining skills in twelve weeks or less. AUArts' Micro Credentials are a flexible way to learn practical real-world skills and amplify your career at your own pace.

Focus on specialized, competency-based learning and assessments that align with industry standard skills.

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Micro Credential Courses
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Kid and Teen Programming

Watch your child’s imagination grow as they learn to express themselves through art in one of AUArts' kid and teen programs. We offer year-round art classes for ages 3 - 17 and theme-based summer camps in July & August.

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Pre-College program

Get creative and experience a slice of university life in our Pre-College Program this summer.

Curious about pursuing a degree here at AUArts? Get a feel for the life of our students with Pre-College, a 4-week intensive summer program where you can develop your portfolio and earn 3-credits towards your post-secondary education.

Summer 2025 applications closed!

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