This course is designed to deliver a variety of high-quality professional development trainings to graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. Even if you are not a graduate student, the contents of this course can benefit you on your academic and professional journey. This course covers critical professional development competencies including communication, networking, career planning and strategizing, collaboration, teamwork, inclusivity, sharing your contributions to your field, and self-awareness. Learners will gain skills in a wide array of topics taught by experts across several institutions of higher education in Colorado.

GradCO: Professional Development Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
Recommended experience
2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
How to find and pursue appropriate professional opportunities
How to appropriately and respectfully interact with others
How and where to disseminate contributions
Skills you'll gain
Tools you'll learn
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November 2025
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