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Section VI

Center for Extended Learning

Deputy Hall 333

218-755-2068

Bemidji State University has made it possible for thousands of individuals to pursue continued study through the Center for Extended Learning. Providing access to educational opportunities is a focus of the Center's mission.

The University's central location in northern Minnesota, plus the changing lifestyles of many people within the service region, have underscored the demand for expanded academic options. Looking beyond the confines of the physical campus setting, the Center for Extended Learning is designed to provide learning resources and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all of its constituents.

Offerings range from non-credit courses to courses developed for specific needs to graduate-level courses brought to outlying areas. Students have the option to attend courses, workshops, and institutes; to study individually in their homes; or to enroll in courses offered for credit via interactive television or on-line.

In addition to numerous individual course offerings, the following programs are provided through the Center for Extended Learning. Please consult with the Center to confirm course and program availability.

Applied Psychology: Human Services

Business Administration

Career and Technical Education

Criminal Justice

Elementary Education (this major is available through collaboration with Metropolitan State University and is anticipated to be available on-line fall 2002 through Bemidji State University)

Industrial Technology (this major is available through collaboration with Metropolitan State University and George Brown College)