WGU ALUMNI: CAREER SUPPORT
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Free Resources for All Alumni
LinkedIn Learning
An online educational platform with 16,000+ courses to help you discover and develop business, creative, and technology skills through expert-led course videos.
WGU Alumni Library
Download and read 150,000+ ebooks, search a database of thousands of peer-reviewed journals and general periodicals, view 40,000 profiles of global public and nonpublic companies, and more.
Pluralsight
A technology skills platform that includes expert-authored online courses on software dev, IT ops, data science, and more. Prepare for industry certifications and other career-advancing opportunities.
Percipio
Access a range of training resources (books, courses, and videos on business, IT, well-being, certifications, production and collaboration, and digital skills) whenever and wherever you have the need.
MindEdge Learning
Use the discount codewgualumniat check-out to get access to these MindEdge courses for free. Course topics include: Management, Leadership, HR, Finance, Communication, and more. SHRM credits are available.
Teaching Channel
Watch 1,400+ classroom videos on topics like differentiation, class culture, and new teachers. Teaching Channel has partnered with top educators around the country to film real classrooms in every subject and grade level. Every video has been vetted by education professionals to ensure they'll help you follow best practices.
Hey Teach!
Hey Teach aims to provide resources, stories, inspiration, and laughs to everyone who has taken on—or is thinking about taking on—the challenging, rewarding, and vital work of educating America's kids.
Sigma
Sigma, the international honor society of nursing, develops leaders in the profession through recognition, education, and global opportunities and provides free online education, webinars, and additional resources for all nurses.
Institute for Advancing Health Value
Access intelligence services for competencies that providers need to succeed in value-based care delivery efforts and policies along with information on market activities, including case study briefs, weekly news digests, intelligence briefs, webinars, and member meetings.
Nurses on Boards Coalition
The Nurses on Boards Coalition (NOBC) represents national nursing and other organizations working to build healthier communities in America by increasing nurses’ presence on corporate, health-related, and other boards, panels, and commissions.
Handshake
WGU’s Career & Professional Development team operates Handshake—a modern career development platform used nationally by top universities and employers.
WGU Advance Equity Speaker Series
WGU’s Advance Equity Speaker Seriesis an online monthly program featuring guests who share their insights and perspectives on various topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The National Society of Leadership and Success
Some of the benefits for members include: access to a five-step, skill-building leadership program; scholarship opportunities; a personalized letter of recommendation; and an online job bank. If this interests you and you’d like to continue your education with NSLS, join the WGU Alumni chapter today!
There is a $95 registration fee.
Please note learning resources offered to alumni are reviewed and WGU may change or discontinue any learning resource option at any time. These decisions are at the discretion of WGU and our partners.The opinions, instruction, and claims found within these learning resources may not necessarily reflect the viewpoints of WGU or WGU Alumni Relations.
Resources for Business Professionals
Free Resources for WGU Business Alumni
You chose WGU for your business degree, and now you can take advantage of our continuing education opportunities for business professionals.
LinkedIn Learning
An online educational platform with 16,000+ courses to help you discover and develop business, creative, and technology skills through expert-led course videos.
WGU Alumni Library
Download and read 150,000+ ebooks, search a database of thousands of peer-reviewed journals and general periodicals, view 40,000 profiles of global public and nonpublic companies, and more.
Pluralsight
A technology skills platform that includes expert-authored online courses on software dev, IT ops, data science, and more. Prepare for industry certifications and other career-advancing opportunities.
Percipio
Access a range of training resources (books, courses, and videos on business, IT, well-being, certifications, production and collaboration, and digital skills) whenever and wherever you have the need.
MindEdge Learning
Use the discount codewgualumniat check-out to get access to these MindEdge courses for free. Course topics include: Management, Leadership, HR, Finance, Communication, and more. SHRM credits are available.
Handshake
WGU’s Career & Professional Development team operates Handshake—a modern career development platform used nationally by top universities and employers.
Resources for Healthcare Professionals
Free Resources for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals
You chose WGU for your nursing or healthcare degree, and now you can take advantage of our continuing education opportunities.
LinkedIn Learning
An online educational platform with 16,000+ courses to help you discover and develop business, creative, and technology skills through expert-led course videos.
WGU Alumni Library
Download and read 150,000+ ebooks, search a database of thousands of peer-reviewed journals and general periodicals, view 40,000 profiles of global public and nonpublic companies, and more.
Institute for Advancing Health Value
Access intelligence services for competencies that providers need to succeed in value-based care delivery efforts and policies along with information on market activities, including case study briefs, weekly news digests, intelligence briefs, webinars, and member meetings.
Nurses on Boards Coalition
The Nurses on Boards Coalition (NOBC) represents national nursing and other organizations working to build healthier communities in America by increasing nurses’ presence on corporate, health-related, and other boards, panels, and commissions.
Sigma
Sigma, the international honor society of nursing, develops leaders in the profession through recognition, education, and global opportunities and provides free online education, webinars, and additional resources for all nurses.
Resources for IT Professionals
Free Resources for IT Professionals
You chose WGU for your IT degree, and now you can take advantage of our continuing education opportunities for IT professionals.
LinkedIn Learning
An online educational platform with 16,000+ courses to help you discover and develop business, creative, and technology skills through expert-led course videos.
WGU Alumni Library
Download and read 150,000+ ebooks, search a database of thousands of peer-reviewed journals and general periodicals, view 40,000 profiles of global public and nonpublic companies, and more.
Pluralsight
A technology skills platform that includes expert-authored online courses on software dev, IT ops, data science, and more. Prepare for industry certifications and other career-advancing opportunities.
Percipio
Access a range of training resources (books, courses, and videos on business, IT, well-being, certifications, production and collaboration, and digital skills) whenever and wherever you have the need.
Alumni Cybersecurity Club
Advance your cybersecurity career by discussing and practicing hands-on cybersecurity concepts including, but not limited to, network security, digital forensics, penetration testing, and cryptography.
WGU IT Audio Series
WGU's School of Technology has developed a series of audio sessions filled with tips and tech advicethat will help you stay up to date on the latest IT industry trends.
Resources for Educators
Free Resources for Teachers and Educators
You chose WGU for your education degree, and now you can take advantage of our continuing education opportunities for educators.
LinkedIn Learning
An online educational platform with 16,000+ courses to help you discover and develop business, creative, and technology skills through expert-led course videos.
WGU Alumni Library
Download and read 150,000+ ebooks, search a database of thousands of peer-reviewed journals and general periodicals, view 40,000 profiles of global public and nonpublic companies, and more.
Teaching Channel
Watch 1,400+ classroom videos on topics like differentiation, class culture, and new teachers. Teaching Channel has partnered with top educators around the country to film real classrooms in every subject and grade level. Every video has been vetted by education professionals to ensure they'll help you follow best practices.
Hey Teach!
Hey Teach aims to provide resources, stories, inspiration, and laughs to everyone who has taken on—or is thinking about taking on—the challenging, rewarding, and vital work of educating America's kids.
SimpleK12
SimpleK12 is a leader in current and relevant online professional development for K-12 educators, delivered through live and on-demand trainings to increase teacher knowledge and skills to impact student achievement, with the goal that every student has the best educational opportunities possible.
School of Education Learning Community
This site is home to a Learning Community being built to share knowledge and showcase next gen teaching and leading. It brings in a wide array of voices and expertise to grow our expanding community of practice and help us continuously learn together. The stories and content that are being shared will catalyze conversations, practice, and policy on next generation teaching and leading. WGU Alumni can benefit from a vast and growing array of free resources to use in your personal and professional lives across social emotional learning, character education, tips for teachers and much more. Let’s learn together!
Returning Grads Enjoy VIP Benefits
You've learned how easy it is to fit a WGU degree program into your life, so keep going! As a returning student, you'll receive a number of perks. If you're ready, we'd love to welcome you back to WGU to pursue a master's degree.Click here to learn more about returning to WGU.
Elite Applicant Status
Your application for admission is much shorter than the standard application, and it will automatically be moved to the front of the line for consideration.
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New Student Scholarship Eligibility
Returning WGU graduates are also eligible to apply for the scholarship opportunities available to new students.
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Why Continue at WGU?
Maintain Momentum
You’ve earned a bachelor’s degree. You know how a WGU degree fits into your life, so why not keep going? Continue on and earn your master’s at WGU in as few as 12 to 18 months.
Progress Your Career
On average, advanced degree holders make$17,000 morethan those with just a bachelor’s. For a small investment, you can earn your master’s degree at WGU and see big returns.
Exclusive Access
As a continuing student, you can enroll more quickly and apply for an alumni-only scholarship. Visit your student portal to complete the enrollment process quickly.
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