Upskill with flexible, affordable courses

Gain future-ready skills while building the confidence to take the the next step in your career with microcredentials from UNK. Built by subject matter experts, UNK Advance courses are designed to be short, flexible, stackable, and affordable, helping your meet your learning goals wherever you are.

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Flexible
Learning designed to fit your schedule
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Relevant
Skills that apply directly to your career
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Affordable
Cost-effective education with lasting value
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Local
Training that supports our communities

Featured Courses

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Collaborating with Language Interpreters for Better Outcomes in Health Care

Self-Paced  I  $99

Effective communication in healthcare isn’t just about what you say—it’s about how it’s understood. Explore how to collaborate with interpreters to support patient autonomy, reduce risk, and deliver inclusive care.

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Human Relations Training

Self-Paced  I  $200

Human relations training equips the learner to engage with diverse stakeholders (students, parents, peers, etc.) through various learning experiences focusing on multicultural understandings of the self and others. This course fulfills the NE Human Relations Training requirement for the Local Substitute, Career Educator, and Postsecondary Teaching permits.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) Demystified

Self-Paced  I  $173

After decades of development, artificial intelligence has finally broken into the mainstream. Discover how this once-theoretical field is now shaping the tools we use every day.

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Types of Courses

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Upskill

Short, targeted learning experiences that introduce or reinforce a specific skill

1-4 hours

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Competency

Demonstrates deeper skill application

5-14 hours

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Proficiency

Structured learning experience with multiple measurable outcomes

15-44 hours

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Mastery

Comprehensive expertise and demonstration of advanced competency

45+ hours

FAQ

What is UNK Advance?
UNK Advance is UNK's microcredential program, delivering targeted learning experiences that make it easy to develop new skills, stay current, and showcase your knowledge with digital credentials.

What is a microcredential?
Microcredentials are short, focused courses that help you build practical skills quickly and earn a digital badge that verifies what you’ve learned.

Who can take UNK Advance courses?
UNK Advance microcredentials are designed for anyone looking to upskill, change careers, or expand their knowledge. These courses are open to everyone, whether you’re a current student or not.

How do I enroll in a UNK Advance course?
You can browse and enroll in UNK Advance courses directly from our UNK Advance course catalog.