Professional Development and Educator Support

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Professional Development

The Professional Development Office at the University of Cincinnati supports your career growth through endorsements, graduate certificates, and license‑renewal courses. Our programs are designed to be convenient, high‑quality, and valuable for educators at every stage of their career.

Committed to Convenience

  • Online courses that help you update your skills, meet state licensure requirements, and continue your education.
  • Flexible options that let you take a single course or enroll in an endorsement, graduate certificate, or licensure program to build on your teaching experience.

Committed to Value

  • Reduced tuition rates for professional development students.
  • Save $132 per graduate credit on instructional fees.

License and Endorsement Options

Learn more about out our License and Endorsement options below. 

Thank you so much for your interest in license renewal courses offered by the School of Education  at the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services and Information Technology (CECH).  We offer a variety of courses for you to enroll in each semester.  

If you would like to enroll in a course or learn more about the courses currently being offered, please reach out to cechsoegrad@uc.edu.

Important Information

  • There is no application fee to fill out the non-matriculated student form. 
  • Teachers who enroll receive a 30% discount off instructional fees.
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
    The Child Development Associate (CDA) credential is a distinguishing credential for Early Childhood Education (ECE) professionals who want to build their career in the Early Childhood Education industry.

Professional Development Resources

These resources can help you find information about our programs, navigate the University of Cincinnati website, and understand licensure requirements in Ohio.



Ohio Licensure Requirements

Enrollment Services

UC’s Office of Enrollment Services helps students manage essential tasks like registration, billing, financial aid, and academic records all in one place.