Program List
Extended Education has opened doors to extraordinary learning opportunities since 1912, when the first home study courses were created for country teachers. Today, Extended Education offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages in multiple locations throughout western Washington as well as online.
Academy for Lifelong Learning
Choose from a diverse spectrum of academic and culture programs, excursions and social events, inspired by the belief that a curious mind never retires.
Conference Services
Planning an event or conference? Choose Western’s relaxing environment and experienced staff to ensure it is a success.
Degree Programs
Start a new career or complete your bachelor's degree with Western's flexible degree program options designed for working adults.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, RN-to-BSN
Communication Sciences & Disorders, Graduate Preparation
Continuing and College Education, MEd
Educational Administration, MEd (with Principal Certification Option)
Elementary Education with Special Education Major, BAE
Human Services, BA
Master of Business Administration
Environmental Science, BS
Environmental Policy, BA
Rehabilitation Counseling, MA
Secondary Education, MIT
Distance and Online Programs
Attend class when and where it's convenient for you.
Continuing and College Education, MEd
eLearning
Graduate School Test Prep
Human Services, BA
Independent and Online Learning
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate
Language and Culture Programs
Whether you want to teach, learn from, or learn with international students, Extended Education has a program for you.
Asia University America Program
Faculty-led Study Abroad
Global Connections
Intensive English Program
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate
Personal & Professional Enrichment Courses
Explore a passion, pursue a new interest or broaden your career options.
Arts Marketing: Developing a Professional Strategy
Glassblowing
How to Make a Movie (from A to Z)
Lean Startup and Entrepreneurship Methods
Memory to Memoir
Professional Editing: for Print and Online
Project Management Crash Course
Project Management - Exam Preparation
Social Media: Building Community
Summer Courses for Educators
Web Design and Development
Writing Children's Literature
Post-Baccalaureate Offerings
What's your next step? Whether you want to take your career to the next level, focus your career path or explore new career options, choose Western to help you get there.
Communication Sciences & Disorders, Graduate Preparation
Graduate School Test Prep (Online)
National Board Certification (Teachers)
Special Education Endorsement (Teachers)
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate
Vehicle Design (Gainful Employment Disclosure:
Vehicle Design Post-Baccalaureate Certificate)
Summer Session
Accelerate your degree and choose from over 450 summer courses available in Bellingham, Seattle or online. Enjoy small class sizes and a shorter quarter! Summer Session courses are open to both students and community members.
Teachers, Educators, and School Administrators' Programs
Woodring College of Education offers programs at off-campus locations in partnership with Extended Education. Locations: Everett; Kitsap Peninsula; Olympic Peninsula; and Seattle.
Elementary Education Post-baccalaureate Teacher Certification
Elementary Education Endorsement (Teachers)
National Board Certification Support (Teachers - on Moratorium)
Principal Certification
Professional Administrator Certification (Principals, Program Administrators - on Moratorium)
Special Education Endorsement (Teachers)
Superintendent Certification
Testing Center
High quality and secure testing services for students, graduates, professionals and those from the local and regional community.
Travel - Faculty-led Programs
Earn WWU credits as you travel and study with Western faculty and students, experience other cultures and collaborate on service-learning projects. Explore a variety of exciting and exotic destinations around the world.
Youth Programs
Discover, learn and grow in dynamic, engaging academic enrichment programs for grades K-12. Real college, real fun!