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School of Continuing & Professional Studies
CAPS Logo
Former name
University College
TypePrivate
Established1931
Parent institution
Washington University in St. Louis
DeanAsquith "Sean" Armstrong, Ed. D.
Location, ,
CampusPrivate
Websitehttps://caps.wustl.edu/

The Washington University School of Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS)[1] is a part of Washington University in St. Louis. Founded in 1931 and, formerly known as University College,[2] CAPS provides adult learners with skills, knowledge and support to advance in their careers. Focused on workforce development, CAPS programming is agile to meet the current needs to the St. Louis regional market.[1]

Mission[edit]

  • Serve modern learners from any socioeconomic background at any life stage through degrees, custom training, and upskilling
  • Helping modern learners overcome the social, cultural, and financial constraints that have kept higher education out of reach
  • Support success by recognizing the unique experiences and needs of modern learners in our educational environment
  • Align with key internal and external stakeholders to support upward mobility and career advancement to ensure certificates and degrees align with regional job market need[1]

Values[edit]

  • Student Focused: Students' success is at the center of our planning and decision making
  • Equitable and Inclusive: Equitable treatment in interactions with students, each other, and the community
  • Committed to Excellence: Expecting the highest professional standards in all that we do
  • Partnership Oriented: Collaboration, open communication and a culture of trust are essential to a healthy and successful organization
  • Innovative: Through collaboration and continuous improvement and operational excellence[1]

Programs & Degrees[edit]

  • Online Programs[1]
  • Certificates[1]
  • Advanced Certificates[1]
  • Undergraduate[1]
  • Graduate[1]
  • BSIS Integrated Studies[1]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Washington University in St. Louis". School of Continuing & Professional Studies. Retrieved 2024-04-19.
  2. ^ "About CAPS". School of Continuing & Professional Studies. Retrieved 2024-04-19.

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