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Considering a workforce education partnership with UMass Global? This resource center offers valuable insights to help you make an informed decision. Browse FAQs, watch recorded webinars, explore upcoming events, and review case studies from real employers who’ve invested in their teams. You’ll also find articles on employee training, tuition benefits, and how to build a cost-effective education strategy that supports recruitment, retention, and growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We understand that every organization is unique. We can adjust our professional development courses and training options to suit what works best for your people.

 Partnering with UMass Global is completely free and comes with a range of valuable perks for your organization and your employees. Here’s what you can expect:

Scholarships & Tuition Savings

  • All employees, members, their spouses, and dependents are eligible for a 10%–20% tuition reduction on credit-bearing programs.
  • We make it easy to share this benefit with your team by providing ready-to-use communications and resources, such as:
    • A custom partner landing page
    • Slides, posters, flyers, email templates, and social media content
    • Virtual info sessions, video content, office hours, and even support for benefits fairs
    • Regular updates through the UMass Global education newsletter

Professional Development

  • Access to public webinars on today’s most relevant topics in the industries of Business, PreK-12 Education, and Behavioral Health.
  • Two custom professional development training webinars per year are included at no cost (a $900 value each).

Recruitment & Awareness

  • Connect with our student and alumni community through Handshake for recruitment opportunities.
  • Share your organization’s news or opportunities in the UMass Global Alumni Newsletter.

Our class formats are intentionally designed to fit the lives of working adults, ensuring that participation enhances—rather than impedes—their contributions at work. Here’s how we make this possible: 

  • Flexible, Asynchronous Online Learning: Employees can access course materials and complete assignments on their own schedule, allowing them to balance work, family, and school commitments. We offer both self-paced and instructor-led options, so learners can choose the modality that best fits their needs.
  • Curriculum Built for Immediate Application: Much of our coursework is structured around real-world scenarios, encouraging students to draw from their current job experiences and apply new knowledge directly to their roles. This means your organization benefits right away as employees implement what they learn, driving productivity and innovation.
  • Positive Impact on Your Business: By investing in your employees’ education, you’ll see immediate returns as they bring fresh skills and perspectives to their work. This not only improves performance but also boosts morale and loyalty, helping you build a stronger, more skilled workforce over time.

Each academic session at UMass Global lasts six weeks, giving your employees the ability to adjust their course load as their work and personal schedules require.

Session Structure:

  • There are six sessions per year, each running for eight weeks.
  • Employees can start, pause, or resume their studies at the beginning of any session.

Course Load Options:

  • Part-time: 1 class per session (typically 3 credits).
  • Full-time: 2 or more classes per session.

Flexibility to Pause:

  • If your employee needs to focus on a major project or experiences a busy period at work, they can take a session off with no penalty. This allows them to step away for six weeks and return when ready, without impacting their academic standing.

Advisor Support:

  • Academic advisors are available to help students plan their course load, make adjustments as needed, and ensure their schedule aligns with both professional and personal commitments.

This session-based approach allows your employees to tailor their education to meet changing work demands, ensuring they can continue their studies without unnecessary stress or disruption.

Our class formats are intentionally designed to fit the lives of working adults, ensuring that participation enhances—rather than impedes—their contributions at work. Here’s how we make this possible:

  • Flexible, Asynchronous Online Learning: Employees can access course materials and complete assignments on their own schedule, allowing them to balance work, family, and school commitments. We offer both self-paced and instructor-led options, so learners can choose the modality that best fits their needs.
  • Curriculum Built for Immediate Application: Much of our coursework is structured around real-world scenarios, encouraging students to draw from their current job experiences and apply new knowledge directly to their roles. This means your organization benefits right away as employees implement what they learn, driving productivity and innovation.
  • Positive Impact on Your Business: By investing in your employees’ education, you’ll see immediate returns as they bring fresh skills and perspectives to their work. This not only improves performance but also boosts morale and loyalty, helping you build a stronger, more skilled workforce over time.

The total cost of a degree at UMass Global can vary based on a few factors, like the program your employee chooses and how many credits they’re able to transfer in. We have a generous transfer policy—students can bring in up to 90 credits toward a bachelor’s degree, which can really help lower both the time and overall cost to finish.

Cost Per Credit:

  • Tuition is charged per credit, and rates may change from year to year. For the most up-to-date cost per credit, check out the UMass Global tuition page. This way, you’ll always have the latest info.

Total Program Cost:
The overall price depends on:

  • The number of credits needed for the program
  • How many credits your employee transfers in (up to 90 for bachelor’s degrees)
  • Any additional fees or course-specific costs

Since everyone’s situation is a little different, the best way to get a clear estimate is to look at the current tuition rates and see how many credits your employee might be able to transfer. Our admissions and advising teams are happy to help you and your employees figure out the options and put together a personalized cost estimate.

UMass Global offers a range of benefits and resources to support veterans and military-connected students as they pursue their education. Here’s how we help:

  • Supportive Staff with Military Experience: Our enrollment coaches, academic advisors, certification team, and one-stop experts—many with military backgrounds—are available to guide veterans through admissions, benefit paperwork, and academic planning.
  • Military Education Benefits: UMass Global is approved to process a wide range of military education benefits, including the GI Bill®, Yellow Ribbon Program, and other federal and state programs. This makes it easier for veterans to use their earned benefits toward tuition and fees.
  • Credit for Military Training: Veterans can receive academic credit for eligible military training and experience, helping them progress toward their degree more quickly.
  • Veteran Resource Center: The Veteran Resource Center provides a comprehensive support network, including help with career development, skill translation, and employment resources tailored to military members, veterans, and their families.
  • Troops to Teachers and Spouse/Dependent Programs: UMass Global participates in programs like Troops to Teachers, MyCAA, and Survivors’ and Dependents Education Assistance (Chapter 35), supporting career transitions and educational opportunities for veterans and their families.

Yes, University of Massachusetts Global is fully accredited. Accreditation is a key indicator of academic quality and integrity, and we take it seriously. We hold both regional and program-specific accreditation, which means our programs meet rigorous standards set by recognized accrediting bodies. Here is a list of our key accreditations and what each covers:

  • WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
    This is our regional accreditation body, which accredits the entire university. It ensures that UMass Global meets high standards for academic quality and institutional integrity across all programs.
  • California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC)
    This accreditation covers our teacher training and service credential programs, authorizing us to prepare educators for California’s K-12 schools.
  • Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP)
    This accredits our School of Education’s teacher preparation programs, ensuring they meet rigorous standards for educator quality and effectiveness.
  • Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
    This accredits our Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Master of Social Work programs, ensuring they meet professional standards for social work education.

Workforce Development Case Studies

Upcoming and On-Demand Webinars

Effective Management Practices for Today’s Workplace
Tue, May 12, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT | WEBINAR
Managing people has become increasingly complex, yet many managers are expected to succeed without clear guidance or formal training. In this webinar, participants will explore practical, real-world management practices that strengthen communication, boost employee engagement, and improve overall performance. You’ll leave with realistic, actionable strategies you can apply immediately in your day-to-day roles.

Leading Change: Strategies for Guiding Teams with Clarity, Confidence, and Momentum
Tue, Jun 23, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT | WEBINAR
In today’s fast-moving workplace, the ability to understand and effectively lead change is essential for organizational success. In this webinar, you’ll explore the major forces driving change, how change impacts individuals and organizations, and the practical leadership behaviors that help transformation efforts succeed. You’ll gain insight into how leaders at every level drive successful change, why people adapt at different speeds, and how to guide teams with clarity and confidence.

Effective Feedback: 7 Strategies to Boost Performance and Engagement
Thu, Jul 23, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT | WEBINAR
Continuous feedback fosters ongoing, meaningful performance conversations between managers, employees, and peers. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to differentiate between quick, surface-level feedback and more impactful, growth-oriented conversations. Discover practical approaches to structuring feedback sessions that drive real change and maximize results. 

The Power of Accountability: The Key to Organizational Success
Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT | WEBINAR
At all levels within the organization, accountability is a crucial component to building employee engagement and achieving organizational success. In this webinar, participants will learn the strategies to become an accountable leader and how to encourage employees to embrace accountability. 

View Recordings

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs): Building Data-Driven Teams That Drive Student Growth
Tue, May 12, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) were designed to drive student achievement, yet many have evolved into compliance-based meetings with limited impact. In this webinar, participants will learn how to implement Achievement Teams with fidelity. Learn strategies for shifting from summative state test data to common formative assessments with real-time progress monitoring. Walk away with a framework for aligning instruction and professional development to student needs to achieve accelerated results. 

Sustainable Teaching: Your Summer Strategy for Growth and Balance
Tue, Jun 23, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
CSTP 6: Developing as a Professional Educator is part of the California Standards for the Teaching Profession and focuses on continuous growth. As we close one school year and prepare for the next, this webinar positions summer as a strategic time for renewal and recalibration. Through the lens of CSTP 6, we’ll explore how to recognize and address burnout while strengthening sustainability as part of your professional practice. You’ll leave with a clear, personalized plan to restore your energy and refocus your goals for the year ahead.

View Recordings

Restorative Justice: A Healing-Centered Approach
Wed, May 13, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Restorative justice is an approach to addressing harm that centers on healing, accountability, and repairing relationships rather than punishment alone. It asks: Who was harmed, what are their needs, and how can we repair the damage? In this webinar, participants will explore how restorative justice challenges power imbalances in systems such as criminal justice, education, and child welfare, and learn practical ways to apply these principles in social work and behavioral health settings.

Adolescent Suicide Risk in the Digital Age: Social Media, AI, and Prevention
Thu, Jun 18, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
This webinar explores how social media and AI-driven digital environments shape adolescent mental health and increase vulnerability to suicidal ideation. Participants will examine current research, emerging risks, and practical strategies for identifying and addressing digital factors in suicide prevention and assessment.

Child Abuse Response: Trauma-Informed Strategies for Identification, Assessment, and Reporting
Wed, Jul 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
In this webinar, participants will gain essential knowledge and trauma-informed strategies to identify, assess, and report suspected child abuse in accordance with mandated reporting laws. Explore culturally sensitive approaches to engaging children and families, examine the effects of secondary trauma on professionals, and offer practical tools to foster resilience and well-being in challenging environments.

Earn 1 CE Credit from the BBS for each webinar at no cost.

View Recordings

5 Interventions for Behavior Reduction Without Using Punishment
Tue, Jun 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has notably utilized principles of reinforcement and punishment for changing behavior. As the field has evolved, research has uncovered additional behavior reduction procedures that do not use punishment. In this webinar, participants will examine the negative consequences of punishment procedures and explore new methods to challenge them. Walk away with 5 interventions for effective and lasting behavior change that do not rely on punishment procedures.

View Recordings

Career Pathway: School Psychologist
Thu, May 28, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Are you passionate about supporting student well-being, promoting mental health, and helping children succeed academically and socially? Join us for an engaging webinar that explores the career pathway to becoming a School Psychologist. This session will provide an inside look at the vital role school psychologists play within educational settings, including assessing student needs, collaborating with educators and families, and implementing strategies that foster positive learning environments.

Unlocking the Registration Process for AMFTs and APCCs
Wed, Jun 3, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Ready to take the next step in your journey from a trainee into a Marriage and Family Therapist or Professional Clinical Counseling Associate? Join us for an exclusive webinar with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as they break down the associate application process step by step. Get insider tips, real answers to your questions, and the tools you need to level up your path to associateship with confidence!

View Recordings

Clear Administrative Credential - Information Session
Thu, Jun 25, 2026 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT
We invite you to learn more about our CTC-approved Administrative Services Credential Clear Induction Program (ASC-CIP). Candidates who complete the ASC-CIP requirements may be recommended for the Clear Administrative Services Credential.

To support the professional learning and leadership development of the beginning educational administrator, our program provides you the option of choosing your own coach or being paired with a well-trained and experienced induction coach. The induction coach supports the school administrator through individualized, on-going, job-embedded coaching that is directed by the identified needs and goals of the school administrator.

You are invited to attend an upcoming webinar to learn more about the program. Join us to explore:
-CTC requirements
-Candidate eligibility and admissions requirements
-How to choose the right Induction Coach
-Program features, tools, and demonstration of competency

Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate - Information Session
Wed, Jul 8, 2026 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT
Applied behavior analysis has been demonstrated as an effective intervention approach for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and a variety of related developmental, medical and behavioral disorders such as intellectual disabilities, dementia, addiction, and traumatic brain injury. UMass Global's Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is designed for teachers, healthcare professionals, and others who strive to help people achieve personal goals, reduce suffering, and improve quality of life. This program has been developed to meet the educational requirements to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA). Join us to explore:

-Applied Behavior Analysis in the workplace
-Eligibility requirements for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam
-UMass Global's ABA program courses and admission requirements

CTEL Authorization/CLAD Certificate - Information Session
Tue, Jul 21, 2026 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT
The CTEL Authorization/CLAD Certificate is a four-course, fully online program addressing the belief that teaching English learners requires an understanding of first and second language acquisition theories in order to provide a successful education environment. This certificate is CTC-approved and upon completion, authorizes you to provide instruction to English learners (EL) in a California classroom.

In this info session you will discover:
-About University of Massachusetts Global
-Grant information
-Program details 
-Students support services 
-Who should enroll
-How long will it take to complete
-How much will it cost
-What are the admission requirements

View Recordings

Effective Management Practices for Today’s Workplace
Tue, May 12, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT | WEBINAR
Managing people has become increasingly complex, yet many managers are expected to succeed without clear guidance or formal training. In this webinar, participants will explore practical, real-world management practices that strengthen communication, boost employee engagement, and improve overall performance. You’ll leave with realistic, actionable strategies you can apply immediately in your day-to-day roles.

Leading Change: Strategies for Guiding Teams with Clarity, Confidence, and Momentum
Tue, Jun 23, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT | WEBINAR
In today’s fast-moving workplace, the ability to understand and effectively lead change is essential for organizational success. In this webinar, you’ll explore the major forces driving change, how change impacts individuals and organizations, and the practical leadership behaviors that help transformation efforts succeed. You’ll gain insight into how leaders at every level drive successful change, why people adapt at different speeds, and how to guide teams with clarity and confidence.

Effective Feedback: 7 Strategies to Boost Performance and Engagement
Thu, Jul 23, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT | WEBINAR
Continuous feedback fosters ongoing, meaningful performance conversations between managers, employees, and peers. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to differentiate between quick, surface-level feedback and more impactful, growth-oriented conversations. Discover practical approaches to structuring feedback sessions that drive real change and maximize results. 

The Power of Accountability: The Key to Organizational Success
Tue, Sep 15, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PDT | WEBINAR
At all levels within the organization, accountability is a crucial component to building employee engagement and achieving organizational success. In this webinar, participants will learn the strategies to become an accountable leader and how to encourage employees to embrace accountability. 

View Recordings

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs): Building Data-Driven Teams That Drive Student Growth
Tue, May 12, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) were designed to drive student achievement, yet many have evolved into compliance-based meetings with limited impact. In this webinar, participants will learn how to implement Achievement Teams with fidelity. Learn strategies for shifting from summative state test data to common formative assessments with real-time progress monitoring. Walk away with a framework for aligning instruction and professional development to student needs to achieve accelerated results. 

Sustainable Teaching: Your Summer Strategy for Growth and Balance
Tue, Jun 23, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
CSTP 6: Developing as a Professional Educator is part of the California Standards for the Teaching Profession and focuses on continuous growth. As we close one school year and prepare for the next, this webinar positions summer as a strategic time for renewal and recalibration. Through the lens of CSTP 6, we’ll explore how to recognize and address burnout while strengthening sustainability as part of your professional practice. You’ll leave with a clear, personalized plan to restore your energy and refocus your goals for the year ahead.

View Recordings

Restorative Justice: A Healing-Centered Approach
Wed, May 13, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Restorative justice is an approach to addressing harm that centers on healing, accountability, and repairing relationships rather than punishment alone. It asks: Who was harmed, what are their needs, and how can we repair the damage? In this webinar, participants will explore how restorative justice challenges power imbalances in systems such as criminal justice, education, and child welfare, and learn practical ways to apply these principles in social work and behavioral health settings.

Adolescent Suicide Risk in the Digital Age: Social Media, AI, and Prevention
Thu, Jun 18, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
This webinar explores how social media and AI-driven digital environments shape adolescent mental health and increase vulnerability to suicidal ideation. Participants will examine current research, emerging risks, and practical strategies for identifying and addressing digital factors in suicide prevention and assessment.

Child Abuse Response: Trauma-Informed Strategies for Identification, Assessment, and Reporting
Wed, Jul 22, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
In this webinar, participants will gain essential knowledge and trauma-informed strategies to identify, assess, and report suspected child abuse in accordance with mandated reporting laws. Explore culturally sensitive approaches to engaging children and families, examine the effects of secondary trauma on professionals, and offer practical tools to foster resilience and well-being in challenging environments.

Earn 1 CE Credit from the BBS for each webinar at no cost.

View Recordings

5 Interventions for Behavior Reduction Without Using Punishment
Tue, Jun 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has notably utilized principles of reinforcement and punishment for changing behavior. As the field has evolved, research has uncovered additional behavior reduction procedures that do not use punishment. In this webinar, participants will examine the negative consequences of punishment procedures and explore new methods to challenge them. Walk away with 5 interventions for effective and lasting behavior change that do not rely on punishment procedures.

View Recordings

Career Pathway: School Psychologist
Thu, May 28, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Are you passionate about supporting student well-being, promoting mental health, and helping children succeed academically and socially? Join us for an engaging webinar that explores the career pathway to becoming a School Psychologist. This session will provide an inside look at the vital role school psychologists play within educational settings, including assessing student needs, collaborating with educators and families, and implementing strategies that foster positive learning environments.

Unlocking the Registration Process for AMFTs and APCCs
Wed, Jun 3, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PT | WEBINAR
Ready to take the next step in your journey from a trainee into a Marriage and Family Therapist or Professional Clinical Counseling Associate? Join us for an exclusive webinar with the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) as they break down the associate application process step by step. Get insider tips, real answers to your questions, and the tools you need to level up your path to associateship with confidence!

View Recordings

Clear Administrative Credential - Information Session
Thu, Jun 25, 2026 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT
We invite you to learn more about our CTC-approved Administrative Services Credential Clear Induction Program (ASC-CIP). Candidates who complete the ASC-CIP requirements may be recommended for the Clear Administrative Services Credential.

To support the professional learning and leadership development of the beginning educational administrator, our program provides you the option of choosing your own coach or being paired with a well-trained and experienced induction coach. The induction coach supports the school administrator through individualized, on-going, job-embedded coaching that is directed by the identified needs and goals of the school administrator.

You are invited to attend an upcoming webinar to learn more about the program. Join us to explore:
-CTC requirements
-Candidate eligibility and admissions requirements
-How to choose the right Induction Coach
-Program features, tools, and demonstration of competency

Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate - Information Session
Wed, Jul 8, 2026 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT
Applied behavior analysis has been demonstrated as an effective intervention approach for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and a variety of related developmental, medical and behavioral disorders such as intellectual disabilities, dementia, addiction, and traumatic brain injury. UMass Global's Online Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is designed for teachers, healthcare professionals, and others who strive to help people achieve personal goals, reduce suffering, and improve quality of life. This program has been developed to meet the educational requirements to become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA). Join us to explore:

-Applied Behavior Analysis in the workplace
-Eligibility requirements for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) exam
-UMass Global's ABA program courses and admission requirements

CTEL Authorization/CLAD Certificate - Information Session
Tue, Jul 21, 2026 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM PT
The CTEL Authorization/CLAD Certificate is a four-course, fully online program addressing the belief that teaching English learners requires an understanding of first and second language acquisition theories in order to provide a successful education environment. This certificate is CTC-approved and upon completion, authorizes you to provide instruction to English learners (EL) in a California classroom.

In this info session you will discover:
-About University of Massachusetts Global
-Grant information
-Program details 
-Students support services 
-Who should enroll
-How long will it take to complete
-How much will it cost
-What are the admission requirements

View Recordings

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