How do I get started?
Ready to offer a course or event? UAB Professional Studies is here to assist you in preparing, developing, hosting, and supporting your course or event. Please fill out the service request form below to get started.
Request Service or Consultation
Why choose UAB Professional Studies?
UAB Professional Studies offers many tools and support services for UAB schools, departments, and faculty creating new or growing existing continuing education programs. We provide support in developing and maintaining your continuing education programs.
Features
Registration Program
- Fully customizable registration and enrollment
- Private or public registration options available
- Personalized for your program
- Integrated payment options
Learning Management System (LMS)
- Dedicated LMS allows for UAB and external participants
- Seamlessly transform existing content into a professional program
- Automatic enrollment into courses through registration program integration
Video Conferencing
- Conduct meetings and collaborate online
- Enhance experience with an array of built-in engagement tools
- Recordings hosted in our unlimited media management program
Services
Technology Support
Administrative assistance and support for registration, enrollment, and course setup processes provided.
Design Support
Our Instructional Designers are available to guide you through the development of your course.
Facilitation FAQs
Can I offer customized programs for companies?
Yes. Many UAB departments have created customized courses to meet company requirements.
Does this system allow me to charge for enrollment?
Yes. Course fees, discounts, and refund policies are set at the department level. Each program must create a refund policy to be included in the course description. TouchNet access is required for financial services.
Can I offer professional credits for the course?
While we can create certificates for course offerings, official credits and/or certifications must be handled within the facilitating department.
Can I offer a course to only a specific group of users?
Yes. We can create custom registration portals which are accessible through a shared link only.