Mission & Core Values
We serve organizations by listening to their needs and providing practical training solutions built around their workforce. Through trusted partnerships and personalized support, we are committed to helping each person in the workforce succeed.
We help elevate organizations by equipping their employees and supporting operations with the skills, confidence, and opportunities they need to grow.
We embrace innovation, emerging technologies, and forward-thinking strategies to create relevant, flexible learning experiences. And we continuously develop our programs to prepare today’s workforce for tomorrow’s opportunities.
Our Story
The Center for Professional Development delivers innovative, industry-driven training that supports lifelong learning and workforce advancement. We partner with individuals, businesses, and organizations to develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing world. Guided by integrity, creativity, and collaboration, we are committed to creating meaningful opportunities for growth and success.
The Center for Professional Development was created through University of the Cumberlands to connect education with the evolving needs of today’s workforce. We accomplish this by developing learning opportunities and training that address real workforce challenges and support career growth across commercial, institutional, and government sectors and across a wide range of industries.
Our commitment to serving, elevating, and innovating enables us to create training that is relevant, accessible, and responsive to the needs of today’s workforce, regardless of size. We build on a strong foundation of academic excellence while delivering practical, innovative training and professional video solutions that can be delivered digitally, in person, or through a blend of both.
Imagine what we could create for your team…
More Than a Training Provider
A partner in developing your people.
The Center takes the time to listen, understand what you’re trying to accomplish, and help determine how training can support that goal. Our work combines educational expertise, practical application, modern technology, and customization to create learning experiences designed for the real workplace.
You know your organization. We know learning and professional development. Let’s create the best solutions for your people, your message, your training.








