How do I register?

Students may register online, in person, or by mail. To register online, visit a program page and follow the prompts provided there. Contact us if you need help registering! 

To register in person, please contact us to make an appointment: 

Garretson, Woodruff and Pratt Building, Room 102L

University of Washington Tacoma

(NOTE: Please use Commerce Street address below as a mailing address.)

To register by mail:

University of Washington Tacoma

Professional Development Center 

1900 Commerce Street, Campus Box 385443

Tacoma, WA 98402-3100

Can I enroll in a single course and not a whole certificate?

Yes! Most of our programs offer open enrollment in individual courses. If you want to enroll one course at a time, take a standalone course, or pursue the entire certificate, we are here to support your path to learning.

How much do your programs cost?

Fees and tuition are not the same for every program; specific program prices are posted on their respective webpages. The university’s tuition exemption policies for staff, state employees and other qualified individuals do not apply to non-credit PDC programs.

How do I pay for my program?

You can pay online with a credit card or ACH at the time of registration. We accept checks or money orders made out to UW Tacoma; please contact us to register with a check or money order.  If an employer or other third-party will be paying but require an invoice, billing documents (ex. purchase order, voucher, etc.) are required. Please see How to Register with a Third-Party Payment.

How do I get Enrollment and Completion Records? 

Current or former students can request an official Enrollment and Completion Record (ECR) online. There is a $10 fee for official copies. Unofficial copies are available at no cost via your student account for courses completed after July 2020 or by emailing uwtpdc@uw.edu for courses completed prior to July 2020.



Reprints of Certificates of Completion can be requested online as well. There is a $10 fee for a reprint.

What is a CEU?

A CEU is a Continuing Education Unit. It is a unit of credit equal to 10 hours of participation in an accredited program designed for professionals. (1 hour of class = .1 CEU)

Will I need to purchase textbooks?

Most classes require textbooks and assessment tools; these are listed on the program page on the website. Textbooks ARE NOT available in the UW Bookstore and must be purchased ONLINE through your choice of commercial vendors.  This will save you time as they will deliver to your home and money as often commercial vendors offer discounts.  Some vendors offer book rentals for textbooks that apply if you decide to keep the book.

Who can I contact with more questions?

Give us a call at 253-692-4618, e-mail us at uwtpdc@uw.edu or stop by our office at the University of Washington Tacoma. Our office is typically open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, pending staff availability.