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Jayhawk Extended Learning Opportunities

Jayhawk Extended Learning provides enrichment education, workforce training, and professional development across various industries. Whether advancing careers, enhancing skills, or exploring new interests, we empower learners across Kansas and beyond.

Jayhawk Extended Learning

Aerospace

The KU Aerospace Short Course program offers 50+ industry-specific topics taught in-person and online, allowing you to choose the exact training you need in the best format to fit your lifestyle.

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Kansas Fire and Rescue Training Institute

The Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute (KFRTI) provides accessible, high-quality training and credentialing for fire and emergency response personnel across Kansas. Established by state law in 1949, KFRTI eliminates the need for travel by bringing certified instructors and hands-on training directly to local jurisdictions. Training is available in-person, online, and through hybrid formats—offered at no cost to Kansas firefighters and emergency responders. Private industry training is also available for a fee.

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Industrial Engineering

Jayhawk Global offers online engineering and technology courses, maintenance management online courses, as well as certificate programs that allow attendees to learn from proven instructors in their fields.

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Osher Lifelong Learning

KU’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offers noncredit enrichment courses and events in accessible and innovative learning environments throughout northeastern Kansas and Greater Kansas City, and engages virtually with individuals from across the nation.

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Registered Behavior Technicians

Meet the BACB’s guided training requirements with the convenience of a 100% online, self-paced curriculum from one of the top behavior analysis schools in the country.

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