Career Launchpad
Career Launchpad offers industry specific courses that stand alone or can stack into credit towards an MSU Denver degree.
Staying competitive in the workforce requires learning new skills, which means that continuous development training and skill enhancement are crucial. Whether you have earned your degree, want to advance in your current career, or are changing careers, MSU Denver’s professional certificates and professional development offerings are designed to enhance your resume, skill set, and marketability. These professional development courses not only provide specialized expertise but also pave the way for career advancement and opportunities to earn credentials, digital badges, and certificates.
Programs offered
Professional Water Studies Courses and Certificate
MSU Denver developed the noncredit Water Studies courses for people interested in safeguarding the precious resource.
Breastmilk and Infant Formula Technician Course
Technicians are responsible for providing nutritional services through preparing and distributing human milk, formula feedings, and maintaining formula labs in NICUs and/or pediatric floors of hospitals.
Cannabis 101
Learn the skills needed to enter the cannabis industry with a self-paced, flexible online beginning cannabis course.
Community Health Worker Training Certificate Program
Earn the certificate by taking and earning credit in all five courses, qualifying you to take the Colorado state exam.
Introduction to Python Programming
This course will guide students step by step through the fundamentals of Python, the world’s most popular beginner programming language.
Petroleum Land Management Courses and Certificates
From landing your first job to advancing your career in the energy field, MSU Denver’s Petroleum Land Management courses prepare you for success in the oil and gas industry.
Colorado Center for Medical Laboratory Science
We offer post BS-level professional education in Medical Laboratory Science.
OER Training for Faculty
This OER training course provides faculty with an opportunity to explore open educational resources (OER).
The Professional Interpreter in Community Settings Bootcamp
As a Community Interpreter you can bridge the gap between parties who do not share a language and make information more accessible to all.
Chemistry Instrumentation Bootcamp
Introductory workshops to learn about chemistry instruments.
Bridge/Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
MSU Denver Innovative and Lifelong Learning has partnered with Bridge Education Group to bring noncredit programs to interested students.
Center for Legal Studies
Noncredit certificate courses provided by the Center for Legal Studies.
Housing Funding for Public Agencies
Through MSU Denver’s course, your staff will dive deep into the affordable housing funding ecosystem.
ed2go Courses
In partnership with ed2go, we offer multiple online career training and professional development courses developed and facilitated by industry experts. Check back regularly as courses continue to be added.
Salesforce Certified Administrator Course (Spanish)
Train to become a Salesforce Certified Administrator.
The Credential Hub
Micro-credential courses and certificates that expand your learning, build skills, start you on an academic pathway, and position you for a strong career.
Micro-credentials and Digital Badges
Innovative and Lifelong Learning partners with Credly for all of our Micro-credentials and Digital Badges. See all of our offerings.
The Credential Hub
Welcome to MSU Denver’s new Credential Hub, a one-stop shop where you can locate all University credentials by discipline. Whether you are interested in aerospace or construction, cybersecurity or business, Spanish or hospitality, you can find all MSU Denver non-degree credentials right here.
Frequently asked questions
These are special training programs that help people improve specific job skills and advance their careers. They focus on what industries need and what individuals want to achieve in their careers.
Yes, Professional Development certificate courses by MSU Denver are generally recognized and valued by employers, as they demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
These courses are helpful for new graduates wanting to learn more, people with existing careers wanting to improve or change jobs, and experienced workers wanting to keep up with new industry trends.
Refund Policy: Students can receive a 100 percent refund minus a $35 registration fee if the course is dropped before the course start date. There will be no refunds after the course begins, but students can request a deferment (postponement) to the next semester.
To request a refund, email Brandy Schooler at [email protected]. If students request a refund within the policy timeframe, documentation does not need to be provided.
Deferment (postponement) Information: If a student is unable to complete a course due to unforeseen or extenuating circumstances (see below), the student will be offered a deferment of registration to the immediately following semester before a refund is issued. If the registration deferment is not a feasible option for the student, a refund will be given if the below documentation can be provided.
To request a deferment after a class begins, email Brandy Schooler at [email protected] with an explanation and the official documentation – see the list below (copies will be accepted).
Documentation examples
| Reason for Request | Acceptable Documentation |
| Death in immediate family | Obituary or death certificate |
| Death (not in immediate family) | Letter from a counselor or psychologist |
| Divorce | Divorce decree |
| Homelessness | Eviction notice |
| Incarceration | Incarceration paperwork |
| Medical | Letter from physician |
| Work | Letter from employer on official letterhead |
A refund will be automatically denied for the following reasons:
- Student stopped attending before the extenuating circumstance timeline and or never engaged with the course content.
- Disputing course material, grade, or instructor.
These policies apply specifically to Career Launchpad, Professional Water Studies, Infant Formula Technician Training, Petroleum Land Management, and Bootcamp courses offered by I&LL.
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Contact us
Email usPhone: 303-615-1234
Office Location:
Jordan Student Success Building
3rd Floor – #330
Auraria Campus
Mailing Address:
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Innovative and Lifelong Learning
P.O. Box 173362
Campus Box 6
Denver, CO 80217-3362