Exceed Expectations.

The School of Continuing Studies at Whitworth University has been in the business of providing high-quality adult education for over 100 years. Whether in our degree programs or our professional development programs, we believe learning should be relational, responsive and reachable. Whitworth LEARN participants will learn from subject matter experts, alongside like-minded peers, with the accountability and support needed to achieve success in the program and make progress on professional goals. 

Whitworth LEARN is for self-motivated adults who want to upskill, renew and advance in their professional and personal lives. Whitworth LEARN courses and programs do not have prerequisites and they are open to adult participants as space allows. Whitworth seeks curious, adult participants from all backgrounds; Whitworth does not discriminate on any unlawful basis in the administration of Whitworth LEARN.

Most programs do not have an application process, but some select programs may require a brief application, as stated in the program description. Please review the program description for more information about each program. If an application is required, it will be noted in the product description. 

No. Whitworth LEARN programs, courses and products are not credit bearing. (See also the FAQ on digital badges.)

A digital badge verifies that you completed the program. When you meet a program’s requirements for completion, Whitworth will issue you a digital badge stating the title of the course or certificate. You can add these badges to your LinkedIn profile or digital résumé.

To receive a digital badge of program completion or a certificate of completion, participants must complete all coursework. Programs have different coursework, which might include live video sessions, discussion boards and assignments. Please review a program's description and syllabus for more information about each program.

As these are non-credit-bearing programs, we are not able to offer federal financial aid (their rules, not ours). A limited number of scholarship dollars are available for qualifying individuals. To inquire, please email [email protected].

Prospective participants may browse Whitworth LEARN’s courses and programs and enroll in the course directly from the program description webpage. Participants may register by clicking “Register” to provide information and make payment. Following acceptance and payment, participants will receive an email confirming their registration and outlining next steps. Registration for each program or course closes two weeks before the program or course begins. Enrollment for each program or course is also capped at 20 participants, and will close when that maximum is reached. 

No. Everything you need to be successful as a LEARNer is accessed and provided through the online platform. Participants of Whitworth LEARN are not assigned Whitworth student ID numbers, do not have Whitworth email addresses, and do not have access to services and amenities provided to Whitworth students, such as access to Whitworth’s on-campus facilities and resources.

Participants should contact [email protected] with questions about any aspect of registration or participation in any Whitworth LEARN course or program.