Learning & Training

Offered virtually, in person, or on-demand, NAFSA's professional development programs are designed to equip international educators with the practical skills, fresh insights, and essential tools needed to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving field.

Online and Self-Paced

e-Learning Courses

These competency-based e-Learning courses make professional development easy and flexible. Each course maximizes learner engagement with short modules, interactive elements, wisdom from subject matter experts, downloadable templates, and more. Options are available to support team-wide professional development. 

  • 1-4 hours
  • $200 - $500
     
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e-Learning Express

Get quick, practical answers on specific topics in under an hour. These self-driven experiences are designed for busy professionals who want to stay current and confident in their roles—whenever and wherever it’s convenient. 

  • 1 hour or less
  • $55 (single course) - $360 (course bundle)
     
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e-Learning Seminars

Self-paced seminars designed with the international education professional in mind. Each seminar is accompanied by a discussion guide and curated list of resources to help deepen your learning. 

  • 1 hour or less
  • $55 - $100
     
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Workshops

Led by experienced members of the NAFSA Trainer Corps, these interactive programs deliver practical skills and tailored support to meet the diverse needs of international education professionals around the world.

  • Instructor-led: Live Online or In-Person
  • 2-3 hour sessions across multiple days
  • Member Pricing: $200 - $320
     
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Customized Training

Partner with us to design personalized, results-driven training for your team. Delivered virtually or in person, these short-term engagements are tailored to your goals—helping you build skills, spark innovation, and elevate your impact across the field.

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IE Professional Certificate

Whether you are a recent graduate entering the field or a mid-career manager, the IEPC gives you the tools and guidance you need to take control over your professional development and advancement.

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Academy

The NAFSA Academy for International Education is an intensive yearlong training program for new professionals with extensive networking opportunities designed to meet participants' individual learning goals.

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MDP

The NAFSA Management Development Program guides advancing professionals as they learn key skills and develop competencies needed to become more effective and efficient international education managers.

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e-Institute

The NAFSA Executive Internationalization Leadership e-Institute is a yearlong executive-level training program for international education professionals responsible for implementing internationalization at their institutions.

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Collegial Conversations

These live, online conversations span a variety of international education topics. They are a member benefit and last approximately one hour. A valid NAFSA member login is required to register.

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Government Connection

NAFSA Government Connection events offer an online forum for NAFSA members and international educators to interact directly with federal agency officials about topics affecting their work.

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Peer-to-Peer Perspectives

NAFSA Peer-to-Peer Perspectives events are virtual roundtable discussions with colleagues on timely topics. Share best practices, offer suggestions, and engage in lively discussions with your peers. 

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Regulatory Perspectives

NAFSA Regulatory Perspectives events provide members with guidance on regulatory policies and procedures vital to international student and scholar offices and immigration professionals.

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