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Mission, Vision and Values

NC State Continuing and Lifelong Education is a key strategic leader, catalyst and partner in the development and delivery of cutting-edge, market-driven continuing and lifelong education programs and services that benefit individuals, organizations and communities throughout North Carolina and beyond.

The Impact of Continuing and Lifelong Education

Learn how our continuing education’s mission, vision, values and history strive to deliver the latest knowledge, resources and training opportunities for you and your organization.

Our Mission

To be a key strategic leader, catalyst and partner in the development and delivery of market-driven continuing and lifelong education programs and services to benefit individuals, organizations and communities at all stages of their personal and professional development.

Our Vision

Positively impact the individuals, organizations and communities of North Carolina, the nation and the world through the development and delivery of market-driven continuing and lifelong education programs and services.

Our Values

Striving for Excellence
We strive for excellence in all we do, including hiring highly qualified staff, and developing and delivering exceptional programs and services to meet the needs of our clients and partners.

Embracing Equality and Belonging
We champion a welcoming work environment that focuses on our employees’ well-being.

Championing Honesty, Integrity and Respect
Above all else, our work will be accomplished with the highest level of transparency and professionalism, that is always conducted ethically and with respect for our colleagues, clients and partners.

Embracing a Culture of Change and Innovation
Leverage partnerships and university (scholarly and research) expertise to make thoughtful, data-informed decisions which enable innovative ideas. We are curious and open-minded; we ask bold questions, and try new approaches without fear of failure.