April 2010

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The mission of SMU Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE) is to provide self-support education and training to enhance careers and transform lives and organizations. SMU CAPE engages our community through educational opportunities that offer quality, convenience, affordability, and flexibility. Our unique, interdisciplinary course content serves as a gateway to higher education, allowing adults to continue and guide their own learning.

Personal Enrichment

Informal Courses For Adults: Spring Course Registration Now Open

The worlds of Raphael, Rembrandt and the Romanovs are yours to explore. SMU Informal Courses brings you expert instructors and unique classes you won't find anywhere else. Learn something new. Curious? Learn more.

The Rachofsky House…In Focus!

Explore the worlds of architecture and photography in this hands-on course at the famed Rachofsky House in Dallas. Class begins on May 6. Learn more.

STAY SHARP!

From public speaking to vocal strength, SMU's Informal Courses help you stay sharp and develop powerful communication skills. Sign up for courses like Voiceworks, Public Speaking, or Elegant Communication. Learn more.

CREATIVE WRITING AT SMU

Join SMU authors at the Writer's Salon for a lively conversation about publishing pathways, April 9 at Legacy Books. And learn about our new Summer Intensive Program in Taos at an information session on April 22. Learn more.

Professional Development & Certificate Programs

Online Courses and Certificates

SMU CAPE offers a growing library of self-paced, practical, career-enhancing courses available at your home or office desktop.

Enroll before April 9 in these spring offerings:

• Telecommuting Certificate
• Certificate in Generational Communication and Management
• Social Networking Certificate
• E-Marketing Essentials Certificate

Enroll in these courses anytime!

• PMP® Exam Preparation Course
• Innovation & Critical Thinking
• Communication Skills
• GMAT Test Preparation

SMU Review: GMAT, GRE, LSAT AND PMP®

SMU Review Test Preparation Courses for the GMAT, GRE, LSAT and PMP® are forming now—and we offer the GMAT and PMP® review online. Be prepared to reach higher. Learn more.

NEW CE WORKSHOPS for SCHOOL COUNSELORS

Hosted at SMU-in-Plano, SMU CAPE offers noncredit continuing education workshops for licensed professionals in the fields of counseling, marriage and family therapy, and social work.  All classes provide continuing education unit (CEU) credits.  Click here to view new summer workshops offered especially for school counselors! Learn more.

Custom Programming: The Right Fit

Whether it's a group rate for an open enrollment course, a customized program adapted from SMU Continuing and Professional Education programs or a uniquely tailored experience suited to your organization’s needs, SMU is a powerful workplace training partner. For open enrollment courses, SMU CAPE offers special rates for groups of 10 or more. Learn more.

Coming Soon

• LMFT Exam Preparation Workshop (Fall 2010)
• Certificate in Web Design (Fall 2010)
• Certificate in Graphic Design (Fall 2010)
• Paralegal Studies Certificate Program (Spring 2011)
• Certificate in Strategic Communication Skills (Fall 2011)

Summer Youth Programs

Summer Youth Camps at SMU-in-Plano

SMU Summer Youth Camps have been rated #1 in the nation among summer kids' programs at universities and four-year colleges by the Learning Resources Network! Registration now open. Learn more.

Hundreds of noncredit personal enrichment and professional development courses. Discover something new at SMU.

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