• Cannabis, once shrouded in stigma and misinformation, is now at the forefront of a burgeoning industry.

    Trey Reckling, the Founder and Director of Academy of Cannabis Science, is on a mission to educate and inspire a new generation of cannabis professionals. With over 20 years of experience in higher education and a background as a conflict resolution specialist, Reckling has been instrumental in revolutionizing cannabis education and teaching students at UNLV.

  • Courses will be overseen by noted futurist instructor Mike Johns; goal to become first Future Literacy US Provider recognized by UNESCO.

    The World Economic Forum reports 85% of jobs that will exist in 2030 have not been invented yet. How do you prepare young adults for jobs that have not yet been created? 

    The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Continuing Education aims to be the first US provider to offer United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) inspired Future Literacy. 

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  • “What we do changes lives.”

    This gets to the heart of Vernetta Thomas’s philosophy. Her art goes beyond capturing mere visuals. It harnesses the emotions, connections, and narratives that make each moment special. This passion is one of the greatest tools she shares with her students at UNLV.

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    Take your tech career further or expand your options by staying relevant in in today’s technical and digital field. The technology and digital landscape is always changing and many of these fields need qualified and skilled candidates to fill job vacancies. New skills can take you further and expand your options. UNLV Continuing Education offers multiple programs and certifications that will aid you in your current career or a potential new career path.

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  • Eric Prato, Instructor for Taste Like a Sommelier and Natural Wine Movement class, won the 2022 Desert Companion Restaurant Award - Rising Star of the Year Award.

  • Mediation is defined as a structured, interactive process where an impartial third party assists disputing parties in resolving conflict through the use of specialized communication and negotiation techniques. A definition like that would test the limits of boredom when introduced into the real world. Luckily, UNLV Continuing Education’s lead instructor, Patricia Battie, goes above and beyond injecting her enthusiasm and passion into every class.

  • UNLV Continuing Education has some exciting new classes this spring. These classes are a great avenue to upgrade your professional skills, train for a new role, or learn just for fun! Many certificates and classes are now offered in-person or online, and are designed for adult learners.

    New programs for spring 2023 include: