Continuing Education
McNeese State University offers a wide range of in-person and online professional development programs. These technical and non-technical programs are not part of a degree plan and do not require admission to the university. Program areas include Continuing Education, Leisure Learning, Online Career Training, and Online Skills Building. We are also a training provider for Louisiana's Incumbent Worker Training program and have facilities and equipment for customized industry training. Find out more information about these programs below.
2025 Summer Engineering Exploration and Research Academy
The 2025 Summer Engineering Exploration and Research Academy at McNeese State University offers high school students entering 9th through 12th grades an exciting two-week research experience using state-of-the-art university equipment. Meeting for one week in June and one week in July, students will explore different engineering disciplines, including robotics, civil, electrical, and chemical engineering through hands-on projects led by McNeese professors. Lunch will be provided each day in the McNeese cafeteria. Students will leave with a certificate of achievement at the end of each week.
- WEEK 1: June 9-13
- WEEK 2: July 14-18
Sign up for Week 1, Week 2, or both weeks.
Continuing Education
Technical and non-technical courses for professionals seeking industry training, career development, and/or continuing education units (CEUs)/professional development hours (PDHs). Courses include (but not always scheduled):
- Notary Exam Prep
- DOT/RCRA
- Private Investigating
- and MORE!
Online options available for some courses.
Leisure Learning
In-person activities available to all ages for personal enrichment. Leisure Learning topics include (but not limited to):
- Beginner Stained Glass
- Western Floral Leather Carving
- Traditional Cajun Dance: Cajun Two-Step, Waltz, & Jitterbug
- and more...
Need online options? Check out our Online Skills Building classes.
Online Career Training
Online career training programs. Acquire professional level positions for in-demand occupations. Career training programs lead to certifications in:
- Pharmacy Technician
- Human Resources Management
- Graphic Design
- and MORE!
Online Skills Building
Fun, fast, affordable, and entirely ONLINE! Courses for learning jobs-related or just-for-fun skills. Classes include (but not limited to):
- Microsoft applications
- Learn a new language
- Grant writing
- and MORE!
Customized Training
We can help your company develop a customized training program that is eligible for state funding through the Incumbent Worker Training Program (IWTP).
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