Your Career Advancement Starts Here
Welcome to UA Extended Campus (UAx), where we provide flexible, inclusive pathways to help learners at every stage unlock your potential, whether you're advancing your career, pursuing academic growth, or upskilling your workforce. At UAx, we bring The University of Akron to you—online, on-campus, or on-site—with:
- Specialized Programs for In-Demand Careers. AI, data visualization, digital marketing, leadership, and more.
- Customized Workforce Training. Tailored education for talent development and retention.
- Exclusive Tuition Discounts. Special tuition discounts for your employees and their dependents through partnerships designed to reduce barriers and increase access.
- Industry-based Microcredentials. Through the PLUS+ Path, you will have unlimited access to more than 80 credentials that you can earn from companies such as Adobe, IBM, Amazon, Google, Meta, XBOX, and Salesforce. Our PLUS+ Path is available starting as low as $99 per year.
We bring The University of Akron to you. Discover your path to success with UA Extended Campus today.
Ohio TechCred
TechCred (TechCred.Ohio.gov) helps Ohioans learn new skills and helps employers build a stronger workforce with skills needed in a technology-infused economy. These technology-focused credentials take a year or less to complete. When an employee completes a credential, the state will reimburse the employer up to $2,000 of the cost.
And More!
We offer an array of high-quality learning opportunities through leading-edge digital platforms such as Coursera (new!) and Ed2Go. If you are seeking new job skills, changing careers, re-entering the workforce, or preparing for a certification, we offer an online nondegree course or certificate relevant to your needs.
PLUS+ Path
Stand out from the competition! The PLUS Path is the ultimate combination of academic rigor and practical skillbuilding. Available now to UA Alumni, Students, Faculty and Staff.
CONTACT US
Wendy Lampner
Director of Online, Continuing, and Professional Education
330-972-2149
wjl3@uakron.edu
Rose Withem
Assistant Director of Continuing and Professional Education
330-972-2116
wrose@uakron.edu
Melissa Olson
Manager of Strategic Initiatives, Online, Continuing, and Professional Education
330-972-5959
mso3@uakron.edu
Patrick Tabatcher
Manager of Online Learning Services
330-972-2432
pmt1@uakron.edu
Jamie Newhall
Senior Multimedia Producer
330-972-8290
jnewhal@uakron.edu
Steve Kaufman
Senior Instructional Designer
Strategic Initiatives Coordinator
330-972-6874
skaufman@uakron.edu
Ling Qian
Senior Instructional Designer
330-972-2432
lqian@uakron.edu
Scot Uhl
Senior Instructional Designer
330-972-6963
sru3@uakron.edu
Rene Molenaur
Senior Instructional Designer
330-972-6116
rtb14@uakron.edu