continuing education

noun

: formal courses of study for adult part-time students

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One of the continuing education courses Pohlman has to take is about officer wellness. Bebe Hodges, USA TODAY, 15 Nov. 2024 The restrictions loosened in recent years to include continuing education classes, apprenticeship programs and student loan payments. Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 25 Oct. 2024 Completion of course programs offers learners the ability to earn IEEE certificates bearing professional development hours, continuing education units, and digital badges. IEEE Spectrum, 12 Aug. 2024 Emory University also offers cultural and entertainment opportunities, as well as continuing education — a plus for many retirees. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for continuing education 

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of continuing education was in 1927

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“Continuing education.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/continuing%20education. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.

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