Current & Upcoming Programs

Our Programs Are:

  • Open to the public. Anyone can participate in our programs.
  • For all stages of life. We have options for those starting their careers, those who are underemployed, those looking to make a career change, those seeking advancement, or those heading toward retirement. 
  • Built to support a diverse range of occupations and industries. Professionals can benefit from our programs, whether they work in the private or public sector, or a nonprofit or a corporate environment.
  • Designed by experienced instructors. Our programs are developed and led by experts in their field.
  • Engaging. Whether online or in person, our programs are live and never pre-recorded, so you can participate in discussions, ask questions, and interact with other participants.

Current Programs

Group of people sitting in a circle in a community center

August 3–7, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Online

A counselor listening to a patient

September 2 & 3, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Online

Students taking a test on computers

January 16, 23, & 30 and February 6 & 13, 2027 | 10:00–11:30 a.m.

Online

A manager talking to two employees

September 22–24, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m

Online & In-Person | Orono, ME

A group of mature adults hiking

September 23 & 30, and October 7, 14, 21, & 28, 2026 | 6:30–8:00 p.m.

Online

A teacher and young students in a classroom

October 7, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 p.m.

Online

A person holding a microphone in front of a group

October 16, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

In-person | University of Maine Campus, Orono, ME

A group of people sit casually around a conference table. A speaker stands at the head of the table, with notes on the wall behind them.

October 29 & November 5, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Online

Person expressing excitement while holding piece of paper

October 20 & 27, November 3, 10, & 17, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Online

Upcoming Programs

Facilitator in front of a classroom leading a workshop.

Request a Custom Program

Every organization faces different challenges, goals, and opportunities. And unique needs sometimes require a customized professional development program.

UMaine Professional and Continuing Education can help you find and develop a program tailored to your employees, team members, or organization. 

Ready to create a program workshop for your team? Submit a custom program request form and get started today.

Questions?

Email um.continuinged@maine.edu