The Professional Development Institute
Learning continues at the Professional Development Institute at Keystone College! Relevant, timely online training! Enroll now to stay current on critical topics!
Please stay in contact, email us anytime at pdi@keystone.edu and we will respond promptly.
The Professional Development Institute
Keystone College
Ward Hall
One College Green
La Plume, PA 18440-0200
email: pdi@keystone.edu
570-945-8621 or 570-945-8622
Upcoming Online Professional Development Courses
A Personal Message from the Professional Development Institute
About the PDI
Customized Workforce Training
Cert. Programs and Workforce Education
Online Professional Certificates and Courses
Professional Development Programs
Personal Enrichment Programs
Credentials for Educators
Youth and Recreation Programs
KC Environmental Education Institute
Regional 3-D Design Center (KC3D)
Our Mission
The Professional Development Institute at Keystone College drives organizational success and personal growth by creating premier customized education and training solutions for a diverse, ever-changing workforce and world.
As a free resource for customers and business partners of the Professional Development Institute, Keystone College students, and our community, we are offering three courses at no charge. The courses are Creativity in Teams and Organizations, Introduction to Critical Thinking, and Personal Creativity. These courses have “free” after the title. When you enroll, you will be asked for first name, last name, and email address on the registration form. Once you complete the form, a personal login will be sent to you by our online training partner MindEdge. You can then proceed to complete each course at your own pace.
Certificate Programs and Workforce Education
Lifelong learning is a key to continued career advancement for employees and an organizations’ growth and sustainability. Providing opportunities for higher education to your employees is an investment in their future and the future success of your organization. Educational opportunities for growth & development can be linked to retention.
Please inquire about the following programs. Certificate programs can “step up” or transfer to academic degrees at Keystone College. Courses are provided onsite at a company, online or at the college location.
- Customer Service Certificate (8 credits)
- Foundations of Business Management (15 credits)
- Information Technology for Business (12 credits)
- Medical Billing and Coding (15 credits)
- Paralegal Certificate (18 credits)
- Professional Communications Certificate (15 credits)
Customized Workforce Training
The Professional Development Institute at Keystone College specializes in customized training for organizations, and provides cost effective solutions to workforce challenges and skill gaps. Partner with us to develop the skills of your workforce and maintain a competitive advantage.
Training can be delivered:
- On-site at workplace or off-site at Keystone College
- Face-to-face/online/hybrid formats
- Weekdays, weekends, or evenings
Credentials for Educators
Distinguish yourself from a competitive workforce by mastering skills in your field with a credential.
Youth and Recreation Programs
Boys and girls can enjoy a variety of athletic camps and adults can expand recreation interests with our youth and recreation programs.
Additional Options
Check out the Keystone College Regional 3-D Design Center and Keystone College Environmental Education Institute for additional continuing education options.
