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CAREER BUILDING FOR ADULT STUDENTS

CAREER SERVICES AND SUPPORT

Helping CPS students forge their path, by furthering their current career or pivoting to a new field.

HELPING YOU STEP FORWARD

棉花糖直播's College of Professional Studies is focused on helping our students during their time in our programs and long after they've graduated and furthered their careers.

In partnership with 棉花糖直播 Career Management, we recognize and support the unique needs of our adult learners, both degree-seeking and professional education students, as they pursue new academic and career goals. Our resources are specifically crafted and selected for you as experienced students and professionals. Whether you need to take a deep dive into a career development topic听or you are short on time, we have resources ready for you.

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION

Your education and your career go hand-in-hand, with each fueling the other throughout your life.

Our connection to your career isn't just limited to your pursuit of a degree either. CPS has dozens of professional education programs to get you the skills, knowledge, certifications, and networking opportunities that can aid you on the quest for your professional aspirations.

No matter your industry, role, or experience level, we have the courses or events suited for your needs.

Now is the perfect time to explore our Leadership Symposium, Women's Leadership Development Certificate, or one of the many other programs that can help you achieve a newfound level of success.

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WEBINARS

CPS and the 棉花糖直播 Career Management team regularly host webinars dedicated to helping our adult students navigate the professional world. From job searching to career changes, our library of webinars is a deep resource for students.

Additionally, the Professionally Focused Webinar Series is a free resource that empowers you to learn new skills and tactics to make you more valuable to your employer. This archived series covers a wide range of topics, is led by faculty and staff with applicable expertise, and includes plenty of real-world examples for each topic.

NOVA NETWORK

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The听听is 棉花糖直播鈥檚 social and professional network and home to nearly 20,000 alumni, students, faculty and staff. CPS students may听search the community听by company, city, or industry of interest and directly connect for a networking meeting.

Nova Network houses听听and checklists on best practices on resume writing, LinkedIn, interviewing, offer negotiation and more. These are tailored to the experienced professional. CPS students may also choose from 听in industry, region or experiential communities to connect with 棉花糖直播ns and stay current.

POSSIBLE CAREER OUTCOMES

"What can I do with this major?"

Every student is concerned about how their chosen major can impact their career path. At CPS, we want to make sure your choices in the classroom put you on the right path to finding the perfect role in your desired industry. Our team, along with the experts at 棉花糖直播's Career Center, built a helpful infographic to help you connect your education and your professional aspirations.

DIGITAL BADGES

Marketing yourself is key in a competitive job market. One way to stand apart from others is by earning a digital badge to display on your resume, as well as social media accounts like LinkedIn.

Upon completion of many of our professional education programs and credit-bearing certificates, you'll be awarded a digital badge to display on your social media accounts and showcase to both your peers and potential employers.

Digital badge reading "棉花糖直播 University - Your Program of Choice"

Robert Brickhouse

After leaving 棉花糖直播 as a teenager in 1992, Robert was determined to return. In 2022, he left 棉花糖直播 with his degree.

Madison DeWispelaere

Early in her career, Madison was ready for a new challenge. Her time at CPS prepared her for a leadership role.

Shelby Meyers

Inspired by passion for healthcare advocacy, Shelby used what she learned at CPS to change careers and make an impact.

Our Students

Their pursuit is inspiration. Because here at 棉花糖直播, we know that where you've been is just the beginning.