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Find your passion
Career Launchpad courses are designed for maximum flexibility. Interested in pursuing academics at MSU Denver? Each Career Launchpad course is part of an MSU Denver academic pathway. Interested in upskilling or pursuing a new career? Career Launchpad course are also developed as standalone short courses that provide a critical introduction and key skills required in a range of industries. These short courses take 4-8 weeks to complete and are self-paced online which allows students to complete them at their own pace, in their own time.
Registration for Fall courses will open in May 2024. Check back soon!
Flexible schedule
Courses can be completed in 4-8 weeks and are self-paced online.
Career advisement
Receive a personal advising session with an industry leader.
High job demand
Gain a competitive edge.
Affordable
$450 per course
Courses
Advanced Manufacturing and Workplace Preparation
Explore advanced manufacturing techniques and methodologies including six sigma and Industry 4.0 principles.
Aging Services
Gain a fundamental understanding about how to support and understand our aging populations.
Foundations of Instructional Design
Learn more about the rapidly growing field of Instructional Design with a deep dive into theories and practices needed to create effective educational content.
Foundations of Translation and Interpreting
Discover the world of language services through comprehensive training that covers translation services, interpreter skills, and AI language translation technologies.
Fundamentals of Oral Communication
Gain knowledge and tools to improve oral communication through active listening, clarity, empathy, feedback, and conflict resolution.
Fundamentals of Wedding Planning
Learn how to become a wedding planner and master event management to plan the perfect day, the right way.
How to Change the World
Discover how to make a positive impact on the world and gain a deep understanding of the multifaceted nature of social issues, as well as the strategies and tools needed to effectively address them.
Health Navigation Fundamentals / Community Health Worker
Enhance healthcare outcomes by completing health navigator and community health worker training and honing patient advocacy skills.
Human Trafficking
Contribute to anti-human trafficking efforts locally and worldwide by learning more about human trafficking identification, prevention support, and how victim advocacy can assist in aiding survivors of human trafficking in your community and beyond.
Introduction to Addictions Counseling
Learn how to provide effective support and treatment as an addictions or substance abuse counselor through this introductory course.
Introduction to Business
Master essential business principles to drive success.
Introduction to Construction Project Management
Gain knowledge and expertise to pursue opportunities in construction project management.
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Be part of a more secure future.
Introduction to Journalism and Mass Media
Master content creation in today’s digital landscape with this introductory course.
Introduction to Space Flight Operations
Launch into an exciting new career in spaceflight operations, air and space operations, aerospace science, and aviation project management.
Principles of Public Health
Strive for healthier communities and gain an understanding of public health principles and practices.
Course Schedule
Fall 2024 courses
- Registration opens – May 2024
- Courses begin – September 3
- Last day to register – September 10
- Courses end – November 3
Fall 2024 Credit-By-Exams (CBEs)
- Registration opens – October 1
- CBE begins – October 3
- Last day to register – November 16
- CBE ends – December 16
How Stackable Credentials Work
Each course works as standalone education or has different career and academic pathways. Once you successfully complete the course, you can immediately enter the workforce with newly learned skills. Or you can convert the course to three credits and continue to an MSU Denver certificate or degree.
You will receive a digital badge embedded with the competencies learned. You can include this badge on your resume, LinkedIn page, portfolio, or share it with an employer. Students will also receive a certificate of completion.
Cost to convert to credit covered through June 2024
Through a grant from the Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE), the Credit-By-Exam (CBE) cost for Career Launchpad is covered for all eligible students through June 30, 2024. Eligibility is based on completing the course and instructor approval.
(Note: The cost of the course is still paid by the student, this grant covers the additional cost of the CBE if the student chooses to convert to credit.)
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Innovative and Lifelong Learning
P.O. Box 173362
Campus Box 6
Denver, CO 80217-3362