Lifelong Learning

Whether you are just starting out and you need a program with flexible options, or you want to take your career to the next level, the University of Rhode Island offers diverse and innovative learning opportunities in person and online.

Continuing Education Programs

Online Programs

URI offers several fully online professional, graduate, and undergraduate degree and certificate programs.

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Certificate Programs

Graduate certificates are offered in fields ranging from coastal resilience to cyber security, and much more.

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Pharmacy

Continuing pharmacy education and certificate training programs for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other health care professionals

Upcoming Programs

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URI Cooperative Extension

Find programs and resources in the fields of water resources, energy literacy, food systems and agriculture, healthy lifestyles, and more.

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OLLI at URI

URI offers a variety of learning opportunities and activities for adults age 50 and older through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.

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Academics

Continuing Education and Professional Development