Texas Lutheran to discontinue CPD
SEGUIN – Sept. 30, 2009 - Texas Lutheran University has announced plans to discontinue its Center for Professional Development (CPD) at the end of December 2009.
“TLU's new Strategic Plan - developed through a 12-month process that involved faculty, alumni and community leaders -- calls TLU to renew its focus as an undergraduate academic community,” said TLU President Ann Svennungsen. “Though we recognize the significant value of vocational and technical education and are grateful for the significant work of the CPD staff, we are refocusing our efforts on TLU's core mission of preparing undergraduates for lives of purpose and service in the world."
As an active partner in the Seguin community, Svennungsen said that TLU looks forward to supporting other local organizations in their efforts to provide professional education opportunities for the Seguin community.
TLU will continue to offer the SAT Prep Course, the Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program, and the Advanced Placement Summer Institute. Other continuing education courses offered through the CPD, including most online courses, will be discontinued by the end of 2009. A dental assistant class currently underway, a pharmacy tech class that begins Oct. 12, and an EKG technician class that begins Oct. 20 will continue as scheduled this fall.
Texas Lutheran University (www.tlu.edu) is an exclusively undergraduate university of the liberal arts, sciences and professional studies.
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About the Center for Professional Development
The Center for Professional Development (CPD) provides opportunities, within the mission of the university, for the professional growth of individuals in the community. CPD programs prepare participants for certification in a specific area of study, enhance an existing career, or open opportunities for professional growth in new directions. CPD also contracts with organizations to develop training tailored to their professional development needs. The Center offers different levels of instruction through program certificates, short courses, professional certifications, corporate training, workshops, and institutes.
For more information about the Center for Professional Development, call 830.372.8047 or email cpd@tlu.edu.
