# Build employee skills that can move your business forward

Flexible, skills-focused, online training programs designed to help organizations upskill their workforce efficiently.

[Explore Skills Center](https://www.phoenix.edu/professional-development/skills-center/)[See how it works](https://scheduler.zoom.us/d/6zkafad2/professional-development-consultation)
## The pace of work is changing

Evolving business needs continue to shape how organizations approach skill development.

### Launch quickly

100% online training that can be easy to deploy, scale and smoothly integrate with your existing systems

### Build practical skills

Training that emphasizes practical application of skills in workplace-relevant scenarios

### Tailor the experience to support engagement

Easily tailor learning content, interactive AI scenarios and assessments to your specific workplace needs.

Backed by decades of expertise in adult learning, our Professional Development solutions combine flexibility, applied learning and measurable learning progress through assessments and observable skill application to help teams build the skills your priorities depend on.

## Skills gaps are widening — we can help your teams

Today’s workforce benefits from job-relevant skills that align with workplace needs and day-to-day responsiblities. University of Phoenix Professional Development is designed to help organizations:

• Build future-ready skills aligned to strategic priorities  
• Equip managers and employees with skills they can apply quickly  
• Track progress and learning through clear, measurable insights

[Discover how we help organizations identify and address skills gaps](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/professional-development/training-topics.html)
## How it works

### Leverage learning sciences to provide engaging, effective online training

Our evidence-based approach to learning is grounded in data and research. It is designed to support business goals by improving learning outcomes, lowering training costs and enhancing skill building.

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Enhance training content

**Assessments drive learning**  

Evidence-based learning places a strong emphasis on scenario-based and situated assessments to evaluate how well employees are comprehending the learning.

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Leveraging learning science

**Proven learning approach**  

Our online learning is built with principles from the learning sciences that explore how people learn and how to create effective learning environments.

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An active learning approach

**Learning that evolves**  

Technology, industry demands and how employees learn are constantly changing. Our evidence-based approach responds to the evolving nature of learning in the real world.

Our research-based learning model helps ensure employees don’t just take training, they build skills they can demonstrate. Each step in their training reinforces the next, creating meaningful progress that managers, HR and L&D teams can monitor and support.

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Learn

Key concepts through short, focused modules

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Practice

Skills through realistic scenarios and AI video assessments

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Apply

New skills on the job with confidence

**“** It is my sincere pleasure to team up with University of Phoenix so that we can work together to advance Sodexo's learning culture and provide relevant content that supports our team members.

**Jodi Davidson VP of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Sodexo**

## Employee training designed for practical outcomes that support business performance

Our Professional Development programs are built to help organizations efficiently deploy and scale training while maintaining flexibility and alignment with goals.

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Ready-to-launch skills pathways

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**Tailored skills pathways** where learning content, assessments and imagery can easily be tailored to your specific business needs

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Real-world scenarios and **AI video assessments** that help foster engagement and application

[Chat with us to see how quickly you can launch](https://scheduler.zoom.us/d/6zkafad2/professional-development-consultation)
## AI video assessments

AI video assessments provide simulated workplace environments where employees can practice and refine their skills.

Employees react to real-world scenarios by submitting video responses that are instantly evaluated by AI, providing insights into their communication effectiveness, clarity of response, and overall delivery.

[See how AI video assessments work](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/professional-development/ai-assessments.html)
## Used by employers across industries and developed with real-world applications in mind

Organizations across industries work with University of Phoenix Workforce Solutions to upskill employees and help strengthen performance.

64%

of employees say they lack access to the training they need to grow

[Source](https://www.phoenix.edu/career-institute/career-optimism-index.html)
75%

of employers say upskilling supports retention

[Source](https://learning.linkedin.com/resources/workplace-learning-report-2024)
## One platform, endless possibilities

We understand the importance of saving time and resources. Leverage your current infrastructure while accessing the full potential of our Professional Development solution.

[Learn about our platform integrations](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/professional-development/skills-development-pathways.html)
## Adaptable Skills Solutions delivered at speed

Professional Development is part of our [Adaptable Skills Solutions](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/our-approach/how-our-solutions-work-together.html) that are designed to accelerate workforce readiness by connecting skills and learning to your most immediate business priorities.

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### AI-Powered Skills Intelligence

Leverage AI skills intelligence to explore the potential of your internal talent and uncover the skills your business needs to adapt in a changing market

[Learn more](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/ai-skills-intelligence.html)
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### Tuition Savings

Invest in your team’s future – create a tuition savings program that makes learning new skills and earning a degree more affordable for your employees

[Learn more](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/shared-education-savings.html)
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### Talent Sourcing Tool

Bridge the gap between roles and talent with skills-based hiring. Connect with University of Phoenix students and alumni whose skills match your roles

[Learn more](https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions/talent-sourcing-tool.html)
## Ready to strengthen your workforce learning strategy?

Let’s explore how we can align, develop and measure the skills that matter most to your business.

[Contact Workforce Solutions](https://scheduler.zoom.us/d/6zkafad2/professional-development-consultation)[Download Overview PDF](https://www.upskill.phoenix.edu/professional-development-overview)
## Request information

Let’s talk about how University of Phoenix’s Adaptable Skills Solutions can support your changing workforce needs. If you’re a prospective student, a current student or an alumni, please[contact us](/workforce-solutions/contact.html)here.

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