Workforce Development

You can register for our programs online by following the program links. If you need have questions or need assistance, please call 570-484-3128 or email workforcedevelopment@commonwealthu.edu.

Financial Aid is available through the SallieMae Smart Option Student Loan program. Visit the SallieMae website and search for Commonwealth University of PA Workforce Development.

Our school ID is 003315-97.

We do not offer payment plans directly through Commonwealth University. However, some of our vendors offer payment plans that you might be able to utilize.

Please contact your local PA CareerLink to inquire about WIOA, TAA or OVR funding availability for workforce development training programs.

Commonwealth University is an approved provider for Act 48 hours. We are currently offering online courses through our training and education partnerships. Pre-approved Act 48 courses can be found under the Ed2Go category of Teacher Professional Development.

In order to receive Act 48 hours for any a non-credit course or to check if your course qualifies for Act 48, please contact workforcedevelopment@commonwealthu.edu before registering.

Refunds

If you drop a class at least 4 business days before the start of the first class, you will receive a full refund. If you drop a class within 3 days of the first class, you will receive a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after the class start date.

If you pay by credit card, the refund will be issued as a credit to your account. Please allow 2-4 weeks for refund processing.

Note: Refund terms for some special courses, workshops, seminars, and conferences do not follow this standard refund policy and are outlined in your registration confirmation. Please Contact Workforce Development for details.

Cancellations

It may be necessary to cancel some classes for reasons beyond our control. The decision to cancel may be made 5-10 working days prior to the start of class. If your class is canceled, we will notify you and provide a full refund.

Registration Policy

When you register, please be ready to provide your full name (as it should appear on the certificate of completion), address, phone number (day and evening), email address, course title(s) and course number(s), and method of payment.

Check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or a letter requesting invoice from employer accepted.

Course registrations are accepted on a first come first serve basis. A person is not considered registered for a course until the course tuition is paid in full. 

All tuition and fees must be paid in full at least 7 days prior to the start of class.  

There must be a minimum paid enrollment in order to run a class. We reserve the right to adjust scheduled dates and times as needed to prevent cancelling classes.

Attendance Policy

All participants are expected to attend all scheduled classes, unless prior arrangements are agreed upon between the participant and the instructor.

Emergency Closing

Weather or other emergencies may require the university to close or delay opening. When this occurs, local radio and television stations are notified and the university website home page is updated with delay/closure. You may also email workforce@commonwealthu.edu for updates. Always be safe and make sound decisions about traveling in poor weather or other emergency conditions

Building Information

Abbreviations designating campus buildings are provided with each class description. Use the campus maps linked below to find the location and full name of the building.

• Bloomsburg Campus
• Clearfield Campus
• Lock Haven Campus
• Mansfield Campus

Smoking is not permitted on university property.

Accommodations

Students who wish to confidentially disclose disability and request accommodations are invited to complete the online initial accommodation request form and submit disability documentation, or contact the Office of Disability Services for Students (ODSS) for more information.

ODSS is located in 205 Ulmer Hall, as part of the Student Success Center.

ODSS is open Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Please visit the office or contact ODSS via email at disability_services@lockhaven.edu or by phone 570-484-2665.

Join us online or on-site at one of our Commonwealth University campuses.

Campus Maps & Parking Information

• Bloomsburg Campus
• Lock Haven Campus
• Mansfield Campus
• Clearfield Campus

Commonwealth University’s Testing Centers provide national, graduate, professional certification and distance education examinations to students and community members in a professional, secure and accessible environment. We adhere to NCTA’s Professional Standards & Guidelines for college test centers and the CAS Standards in Higher Education.

Our training/education partnerships and associated training opportunities include:

• CE Shop - Real Estate education to begin or advance your career in real estate
• CLS by BARBRI - Legal training courses to begin or advance your legal career
• Consolidated Curriculum International - Face-to-Face (F2F) healthcare career training
• ED2GO Career Training programs - Online career training programs that lead to industry recognized credential
• ED2GO Fundamental Courses - Online personal and professional skills courses
• Public Safety Institute - Regional training center providing education for criminal justice practitioners, first responders, public safety professionals and the public.
• Sage Truck Driving School - CDL training and testing center