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Community Education

Perkins Building
Room 202

859-622-1228

Community Education


EKU’s Community Education Department offers a wide variety of non-credit classes that are open to the general public. Courses are taught by EKU faculty and staff, community professionals, and local tradespersons. Most classes are held on the Richmond campus where participants enjoy a relaxed learning atmosphere.

Online Courses Through Outside Partnerships

This catalog includes over 700 courses where you can learn a new skill or interest – anytime, anywhere! Courses include Art and Design, Business, Computer Applications, Health and Fitness, Hospitality, Language, Test Prep, Writing and more. These courses are offered in partnership with ed2go.

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These online courses and career training programs, offered in partnership with ed2go, prepare you for a new career, or help you advance within your current occupation. Learn new skills and prepare for industry-recognized certifications. Popular training programs include Medical Billing and Coding, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Pharmacy Technician and Freight Broker/Agent Training.

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As the real estate and mortgage industries constantly evolve – your education should too. Our innovative courses, written by industry experts, are designed with your success in mind, no matter if you’re new to the industry or a seasoned veteran. Courses include Pre-Licensing, Exam Prep, Post-Licensing and Continuing Education, in partnership with The CE Shop.

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Since 2015, Eastern Kentucky University has proudly partnered with the Institute of Reading Development, a nationwide leader in reading instruction, to help students of all ages building the reading skills they need to succeed plus a lifelong love of books.

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