Kaplan University Launches Kaplan Continuing Education
New brand supported by expanded professional certificate offerings in Information Technology, upgraded website and re-structuring to allow proactive response to market demands
DAVENPORT, Iowa, Feb 14, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Kaplan University today announced the launch of Kaplan Continuing Education, formerly known as the School of Continuing and Professional Studies (CAPS). The new Kaplan Continuing Education operating model is designed to provide online career education and training to professionals and job seekers looking for interactive, web-based learning in high demand fields.
"At Kaplan Continuing Education, we have done more than just change our name. We have enhanced our entire portfolio of programs and the online learning experience to provide individuals and organizations with convenient education options to build professional skills and marketability," said Ron Trautman, Vice President and General Manager of Kaplan Continuing Education. "The personalized support services we offer, along with our upgraded online classrooms, instructor-facilitated learning, extensive online library and expanded certificate
offerings will help busy professionals stay competitive in the global economy."
Kaplan Continuing Education's online career education programs include Financial Panning, Six Sigma, Information Security, Microsoft Certificate Programs, Project Management, Medical Coding and Pharmacy Technician. Many of these certificate programs are designed to provide the educational foundation needed to earn professional designations in the students' chosen fields, including PMP(R) and CFP(R).
Most recently, Microsoft approved Kaplan Continuing Education to serve as a Microsoft Academy, leading to the launch of four new Information Technology certificates:
- Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE) Certificate
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) Certificate
- Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) Certificate
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Certificate
Kaplan Continuing Education also launched a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certificate designed to the (ISQ)2 body of knowledge, which rounds out the school's initial portfolio of IT programs.
For enrollment information or to learn more about Kaplan Continuing Education's non-degree certificate programs, visit www.kaplancontinuingeducation.com or call an admissions advisor toll-free at 866-542-4042.
About Kaplan University
Kaplan University, based in Davenport, Iowa, is regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). The University offers more than 100 academic
programs and currently serves more than 38,000 online and on-ground students, with support centers in Fort Lauderdale, Chicago and Phoenix. To learn more about Kaplan University, visit www.kaplanuniversitynews.com.
Kaplan University is part of Kaplan Higher Education, which serves more than 75,000 students through 70 campus-based schools across the United States and in Europe. It also has online programs through Kaplan Virtual Education and Concord Law School of Kaplan University. Kaplan Higher Education schools offer a spectrum of academic opportunities, from high school diplomas to graduate and professional degrees, including a Juris Doctor degree. Kaplan Higher Education is part of Kaplan, Inc., a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company [WPO] . For more information, visit www.kaplan.com.
SOURCE: Kaplan University
Michele Snipe, 312-706-6006 cell 312-502-7534 msnipe@kaplan.edu or Leigh-Ann Dawes, 954-515-3772 ldawes@kaplan.edu
