UPCEA Digital Learning Academy

Build the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need to grow your career and strengthen your institution through the UPCEA Digital Learning Academy.

Learn Your Way. Lead What’s Next.

The UPCEA Digital Learning Academy is a new professional learning ecosystem designed to help higher education professionals build skills, advance their careers, and prepare for the future of online and professional continuing education.

Whether you're exploring a new topic, building practical expertise, or preparing for enterprise leadership, the Academy offers flexible learning opportunities designed to meet you where you are—and help you get where you want to go.

Flexible Learning. Meaningful Growth.

The Digital Learning Academy brings together a variety of professional learning experiences in one place, making it easier than ever to find the right opportunity for your goals.

Learning options include:

  • Self-paced learning
  • Short learning labs and workshops
  • Instructor-led courses
  • Professional certificates
  • Enterprise Leadership Certificate programs
  • Organizational and team learning opportunities

All programs are designed specifically for professionals working in online, professional, and continuing education.

Learn at Every Stage of Your Career

Essential Learning

Develop foundational knowledge and explore emerging topics through flexible learning experiences that fit your schedule.

  • Self-paced learning
  • Learning labs
  • Foundational topics

Professional Practice

Build practical skills through instructor-led courses and earn UPCEA-backed digital badges that recognize your achievement.

  • Instructor-led courses
  • Digital badges
  • Practical skill development

Enterprise Leadership

Prepare for senior leadership with the Enterprise Leadership Certificate, featuring specialized concentrations in Chief Online Learning Officer (COLO) and Professional and Continuing Education (PCE).

  • Enterprise Leadership Certificate
    • COLO Concentration
    • PCE Concentration

Learn from Leaders in the Field

UPCEA learning experiences are developed and facilitated by experienced practitioners who understand the challenges and opportunities facing today's higher education professionals.

Gain practical strategies, connect with peers from across the country, and leave with ideas you can immediately apply at your institution.

Find the Right Learning Experience

Whether you're investing in your own professional growth or developing your entire team, the UPCEA Digital Learning Academy offers flexible pathways to help you build the skills your institution needs today—and tomorrow.

For questions about a specific course or general information, please contact [email protected] or (202) 659-3130. We’re here for support as you elevate your career!