Flexible options for adult learners
Continuing Education at Ohio State ATI provides flexible learning opportunities for adult learners, working professionals and community members who want to take university courses without pursuing a full degree. Whether you are developing career skills, exploring a new subject or returning to the classroom after time away, ATI offers accessible options designed to meet a wide range of learning goals.
Learners may enroll part-time or full-time, complete courses for a grade or audit, or build a customized learning pathway based on personal or professional interests.
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- Course search
- How continuing education works
- Learning options
- Workforce training through BTES
- Continuing Education enrollment details
Course search
Continuing education students may enroll in many Ohio State ATI courses depending on availability and prerequisites. A searchable course database will allow you to explore available classes and identify options that match your interests or professional goals.
How continuing education works at Ohio State
Ohio State ATI participates in Ohio State’s Extended Education program, which allows non-degree-seeking students to enroll in undergraduate courses across the university, pending availability and instructor approval.
Most continuing education learners enroll in ATI courses through this Extended Education pathway. The program provides a way for individuals to take university courses without applying to a degree program.
Extended Education is commonly used for:
- Professional development
- Personal enrichment
- Completing prerequisite courses
- Exploring academic interests before pursuing a degree
Learn about Ohio State Extended Education
Learning options
Ohio State ATI offers several ways for continuing education learners to participate in coursework without committing to a full degree program. These options allow students to tailor their learning experience based on career goals, professional development needs, or personal interests.
Certificate of Achievement
A Certificate of Achievement is awarded after completing a pre-approved sequence of credit courses. These certificates are designed for individuals seeking focused academic training or career advancement in a specific subject area.
Certificate of Completion
A Certificate of Completion is earned by completing a single course or a small group of courses based on your individual interests or professional goals. This option is well suited for lifelong learners and professionals seeking short-term skill development.
Workforce and professional training
Some continuing education learners participate in workforce training or professional development programs offered through Business Training and Educational Services (BTES). This unit supports workforce education and industry partnerships on the CFAES Wooster campus.
BTES offers customized training programs, professional development opportunities and short courses designed for organizations, employers and individuals seeking specialized training.
Visit the Business Training & Educational Services page for more information
Continuing education enrollment details
Non-degree-seeking students may enroll in Ohio State ATI courses through several flexible enrollment options. These options allow learners to participate in courses for credit, audit coursework or engage with lecture material without pursuing a full academic program.
Availability may vary by course and instructor approval may be required. Detailed information about each enrollment option is available below.
Ohio residents may enroll in Ohio State ATI credit courses as continuing education students. Tuition is based on the number of credit hours taken, and students may complete coursework for a grade or audit a class depending on their learning goals.
Participation in lab components is permitted when the course includes a lab. Prerequisites may be waived depending on the course and instructor approval. Students must apply as continuing education students and pay a one-time application fee. Additional university fees may apply depending on the course.
An additional option, Individual Studies, allows participation in lecture content from select courses without enrolling in the full course experience. This option typically includes one credit hour enrollment, excludes lab participation, and uses a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grading format.
Non-Ohio residents may also enroll in Ohio State ATI courses through the continuing education pathway. Tuition is charged at the non-resident rate and is based on the number of credit hours enrolled.
Students may complete courses for a grade or audit coursework depending on their learning goals. Participation in lab components is allowed when available, and prerequisites may be waived depending on course requirements and instructor approval.
Applicants must complete continuing education admission and pay a one-time application fee. Additional university fees may apply.
Some courses allow learners to participate in lecture content without earning academic credit. This option is intended for individuals who want to engage with course material for professional development or personal enrichment.
Non-credit participation allows attendance in lecture portions of select courses but does not include laboratory participation. Students do not receive grades and the course will not appear on an Ohio State transcript. These enrollments do not apply toward degree requirements.
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Contact Business Training and Educational Services
Business Training and Educational Services (BTES)
Shisler Conference Center
1625 Wilson Road
Wooster, OH 44691
Phone: 330-287-7511
BTES provides support for workforce training inquiries, customized organizational training, continuing education guidance, and professional learning opportunities at the CFAES Wooster campus.