Director of Continuing Education Jobs

Director of Continuing Education jobs are open across higher education, healthcare, and professional associations, covering specializations in curriculum development, workforce training, and program administration, from associate director to vice president of learning. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Top stateWashington
Top employerUniversity Of Washington
Top citySeattle, WA
Work type50% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Continuing Education Program/Project Manager (Part-Time)
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Continuing Education Program/Project Manager (Part-Time)
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Student Services and Continuing Education (CE) / LMS Coordinator
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Student Services and Continuing Education (CE) / LMS Coordinator
Jupiter Medical Center
Jupiter, Florida
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in information technology
1,001-5,000

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EMS System Continuing Education Coorinator
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EMS System Continuing Education Coorinator
Advocate Aurora Health
Downers Grove, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$33.05 - $49.6/hr
TNCC Certification
10,000+

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EMS System Continuing Education Coordinator
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EMS System Continuing Education Coordinator
Advocate Aurora Health
Downers Grove, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$33.05 - $49.6/hr
TNCC Certification
10,000+

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Associate Dean, Careers and Continuing Education
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Associate Dean, Careers and Continuing Education
City Colleges of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Brand Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$93k - $95k/yr
Master's degree in public administration
1,001-5,000

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Director of Continuing Education Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • University Of Washington16
  • Texas Southmost College6
  • State of Georgia5
  • Orleans/Niagara BOCES3
  • City Colleges of Chicago3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in director of continuing education jobs.

  • Master's degree in education, organizational development, instructional design, or a related field
  • Demonstrated experience managing continuing education or professional development programs
  • Familiarity with CEU, CME, or IACET accreditation processes and compliance requirements
  • Proficiency with learning management systems such as Blackboard, Canvas, or Moodle
  • Experience with program budgeting, grant administration, or revenue-generating course portfolios
  • Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies

Tips for Your Director of Continuing Education Job Search

Tailor your resume to accreditation standards

Continuing education directors are often evaluated on their familiarity with CEU, CME, or IACET accreditation frameworks. Call out specific accreditation bodies you've worked with and any compliance audits you've led, so hiring committees can verify your regulatory fluency immediately.

Quantify enrollment and revenue outcomes

Hiring panels for this role want to see program scale. Replace vague descriptions with concrete outcomes like cohort sizes managed, course catalog growth, or budget responsibility, so your resume speaks directly to the operational scope employers expect at the director level.

Filter openings by institution type strategically

Community colleges, hospital systems, bar associations, and corporate learning teams all hire for this role but expect different skill sets. Narrow your search by sector early so your cover letter can address the specific regulatory or audience context each employer cares about most.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists director of continuing education openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a portfolio of program outcomes

Bring a one-page program snapshot to interviews showing course completion rates, learner satisfaction scores, and any revenue or grant figures from programs you've built. Directors who arrive with data rather than narrative descriptions stand out in final-round conversations.

Negotiate scope before negotiating title

In offers for this role, the reporting structure and budget authority vary widely between organizations. Before accepting, clarify whether you'll own curriculum decisions independently or report through academic affairs, since that determines your actual influence over programming long-term.

Director of Continuing Education Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most director of continuing educations?

The most active employers for director of continuing educations right now are University Of Washington, Texas Southmost College, and State of Georgia, and the most openings are in Washington, Texas, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems and community college networks tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.

How many director of continuing education jobs are remote?

About 50% of director of continuing education openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote roles more common in corporate learning and development settings than in higher education or healthcare, where on-campus presence is typically expected for accreditation oversight and faculty coordination.

How do you become a director of continuing education?

Start by earning a master's degree in education, instructional design, or a related field, then build experience coordinating or managing continuing education programs in a college, hospital, or professional association. Progress into roles with budget and accreditation responsibility, demonstrate outcomes through enrollment growth or compliance success, and develop leadership skills managing instructors and program staff before moving into the director level.

Can I get a director of continuing education job with limited experience?

Moving directly into a director role with no continuing education background is uncommon, but candidates from adjacent fields like instructional design, academic advising, or workforce development can make a strong case by emphasizing transferable skills. Targeting smaller institutions or newly created roles, and gaining accreditation knowledge through professional associations, helps bridge the experience gap meaningfully.

What does the director of continuing education interview process look like?

Most hiring processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your program management background, followed by a panel interview with academic affairs leadership, faculty representatives, or a dean. Finalists are often asked to present a vision for program growth or walk through a case study on accreditation compliance, and reference checks with former institutional partners are standard before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to director of continuing education jobs?

You can find and apply to director of continuing education jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits your experience, sector preference, and geographic availability.

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