College of Professional and Continuing Education

Dean, College of Professional and Continuing Education: Chris Swarat

Associate Dean: Tom O’Brien

Associate Dean: Alysa Turkowitz

Director, American Language Institute: Jacqueline Record

Director, International Training Programs: Heidi Zhang

Executive Director of CITT: Tyler Reeb

Director, Office of Professional and Workforce Development: Angeli Logan

Senior Director, Marketing and Enrollment Management: Ashleigh Willis

College Office: 6300 State University Drive, Ste. 104, Long Beach, CA 90815

Student Services Center: 800-963-2250

Website: College of Professional and Continuing Education website

The College of Professional and Continuing Education (CPaCE) is one of the eight academic colleges at California State University, Long Beach. CPaCE is a self-support, interdisciplinary college that works closely with its university, business, community, and international partners to serve California’s workforce. The college provides expanded access to CSULB’s exceptional academic programs and educational resources and offers a diverse range of degrees, professional development certificates, and international education programs.

CPaCE’s unique position as both an academic college and a community outreach entity means that partnerships and collaborations - with the university, businesses, organizations, and community leadership - are an integral part of its operation. CPaCE fosters collaborative academic initiatives with both credit and professional development (non-credit) programs.

Most CPaCE programs do not receive state funding and are supported entirely by student fees.

CPaCE maintains a customer-focused, market-driven approach to developing and delivering its programs. As a result, the programs may change often to adapt to the training and educational needs of the marketplace. CPaCE offers both credit and non-credit programs in partnership with other academic colleges, industry and workforce associations, and community and educational partners. Whether the program is academic credit-bearing or not, CPaCE strives to provide the following features in every program:

Quality curriculum
Innovative and thoughtfully designed formats
Convenient days/times
Affordable fees and payment plan options
Fast, easy registration

In addition, CPaCE provides companies, organizations, and government agencies with customized professional development programs for employees at their work site or at CSULB.

For the latest comprehensive program listings and descriptions, call the CPaCE Student Services Center at 800/963-2250 or log on to: CPaCE website.

The following is a sampling of the many types of programs offered by CPaCE.

Degree Programs

Degree programs offered by CPaCE are in partnership with other CSULB colleges.

Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (online)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Online RN to BSN
Master of Arts in Dance
Master of Arts in Sport Management (online)
Master of Arts in International Affairs
Master of Business Administration (Saturday MBA for Working Adults)
Master of Business Administration (Daytime Accelerated)
Master of Public Administration (online)
Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice (online)
Master of Science in Emergency Services Administration
Master of Science in Geographic Information Science
Master of Science in Health Care Administration (Accelerated)
Master of Science in Information Systems
Master of Science in Sustainability Management and Policy

40+ Professional Certificates and Credentials, including:

Biomanufacturing Sciences and Applications
Clinical Medical Assistant
Collections Management for Costume and Textiles
Crime and Intelligence Analysis
EKG Technician
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Employment Law
Engineering and Architectural AutoCAD
Excel for Crime Analysis
Global Logistics Professional
Human Resources Management
Legal Investigation
Legal Nurse Consultant
Meeting and Event Planning
Paralegal Certificate 
Advanced Paralegal Certificate 
Pharmacy Technician 
Screenwriting
Asynchronous courses in business services, finance, technology, and Six Sigma.

Continuing Education Units

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are a permanent record of attendance in professional development (non-credit) programs. CEUs can enhance one’s resume and provide another opportunity to showcase a commitment to professional development. CEUs for specific professions are also available.

Digital Badges

Digital badges are online representations of skills and competencies acquired upon successful completion of a course or program. Digital badges can be shared on social media, professional networks, and digital resumes, making it easy for employers to verify competencies. Each badge includes digital content that details the requirements needed to earn it, providing transparency and credibility. The specific requirements for earning badges may vary based on each program

Open University

Through Open University, students who are not matriculated at CSULB may take regular university classes during spring or fall semesters for academic credit on a “space available” basis. Open University enrollment does not constitute admission to CSULB. For more information, contact the CPaCE Student Services Center at (562) 985-5561.

Winter Sessions, May Intersession, and Summer Sessions

These sessions are open to all matriculated CSULB students as well as non-matriculated students, providing opportunities for students, alumni, and community members to take CSULB classes. No admission process is required for registration. Enrolling in any of these sessions does not constitute admission to CSULB. For more information, contact the CPaCE Student Services Center at (562) 985-5561.

American Language Institute (ALI)

The American Language Institute brings hundreds of international students to the CSULB campus each year. It provides English as a Second Language instruction to international students, most of whom are seeking admission to CSULB or other US colleges/universities. ALI offerings include long-term and short-term programs with credit and non-credit courses. The Intensive English Program (IEP) is a non-credit program of up to 25 instructional hours per week that is offered year-round. The ALI also offers a semester-long MBA Prep Program, a 6-week Intensive Preparatory Program (PREP), a 6-week Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) training program, 3-week Language and Culture Programs and many customized programs. For more information go to the ALI website. The ALI’s IEP is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA).

Study Abroad @ The Beach

Study Abroad @ The Beach is a non-degree program for visiting (fee-paying) international students who would like to study abroad at California State University, Long Beach for one or two semesters. With the appropriate English proficiency level, students can take regular university courses for credit. We welcome all international high school graduates; however, most are typically second or third-year university students coming for their study abroad in the U.S. For more information go to the CPaCE website.

Centers and Institutes

The Center for International Trade and Transportation (CITT)

The Center for International Trade and Transportation (CITT), a major programming division of CPaCE, is dedicated to delivering education programs, innovative research, and community outreach in the area of goods movement. CITT is a partner in four major research centers: METRANS Transportation Consortium, a research partnership with the University of Southern California ; the U.C. Davis-led National Center for Sustainable Transportation, a federally designated University Transportation Center (UTC); the Pacific Southwest University Transportation Center, also a federally designated UTC and including four states plus Pacific Island territories; and the California State University Transportation Consortium, led by the Mineta Transportation Institute at San José State University, which conducts research and workforce development activities for California’s economy.

CITT’s research portfolio features policy analysis in the areas of trade and transportation, as well as workforce development. Our outreach programs include educational forums, including the nationally recognized State of the Trade and Transportation Town Hall series, research conferences such as the International Urban Freight Conference, and media-based efforts including podcasts and newspaper columns that engage the broader community in the discussion surrounding international trade and transportation. CITT’s education programs include the award-winning Global Logistics Professional (GLP), as well as other customized programs and workshops. For more information go to CITT website.