The workplace is continuously changing. There are new regulations, new demands, a younger, more diverse workforce, and new technologies. Continuing Education at Penn State Wilkes-Barre offers quality customized programming to area companies to help you develop your workforce and your competitive advantage. We can provide customized training programs, for-credit courses, and credit and non-credit certificate programs in the workplace.
Our programs are taught by professors and instructors from Penn State as well as experts from private industry to provide a balance of current academic research with real-world professional work experience.
A sampling of businesses and industries we serve includes manufacturing, healthcare, government, logistics and transportation, energy, warehousing and distribution, business and financial services, food processing, information technology, retail, non-profit organizations, and more.
Get started... contact us today at 570-675-9253 or send email to [email protected]; our staff would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your workforce development needs.
Funding Opportunities
A variety of sources exist to provide financial underwriting for training activities that enhance the skills of individuals employed in organizations located in Pennsylvania.
The Penn State Wilkes-Barre Continuing Education staff work with employers to access and facilitate the administration of this funding between your organization and the funding provider. Funding is available for basic and entry-level skills for new employees, and for employees who require more advanced skill upgrades.