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Lifelong Learning Academy
Overview
Power Up Your Health Career — Anytime, Anywhere!
Whether you’re an alum, working professional, or lifelong learner, the USF Lifelong Learning Academy (LLA) gives you access to expert-led micro-courses, modules, and credentials that keep you competitive in today’s workforce.
Ready to stand out in your field?
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Why Choose LLA?
Lifelong learning isn’t optional. It’s the edge.
In today’s ever-evolving healthcare landscape, staying current isn't optional — it's essential. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just getting started, the Lifelong Learning Academy at the USF gives you a powerful advantage.
Here's why learners like you choose LLA...
University-Backed Excellence:
LLA programs are developed and delivered by trusted health educators, researchers, and practitioners at one of the top public health schools in the nation. You're not just learning — you're learning from the best.
Career-Driven Content:
Every course is built with workforce demands in mind. You'll gain immediately applicable skills, earn CE credits, and build a résumé that reflects your commitment to excellence. Looking for more CE activities? Visit
AJPH
and
NBPHE
Flexible, Affordable, Online:
Our programs are designed for busy professionals. Complete courses on your schedule — many in just a few hours or weeks — without putting your life or career on hold.
Built for Health Professionals:
LLA offerings are specifically tailored for healthcare practitioners, alumni, and interdisciplinary professionals looking to sharpen their knowledge, refresh technical skills, and stay ahead of emerging trends.
Earn Digital Credentials That Matter:
LLA offers
digital badges
and micro-credentials you can showcase on LinkedIn, résumés, or even your email signature. These credentials verify your expertise and show employers you're serious about growth.
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What We Offer
Micro-Certificates
Short, stackable, career-boosting. Micro-credentials are affordable, competency-based programs that deliver a digital badge and CPH credit. Most can be completed in just 6 weeks.
Featured Programs:
Genomics
Disease Intervention Specialist Training Academy
Infection Control for Emergency Responders
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Micro-Courses
Learn on your schedule — 100% online. Micro-courses combine up to 8 hours of stackable webinars aligned with practice needs. Earn a digital badge while developing your skillset for professional advancement.
Featured Courses:
Certified HIV Peer Specialist
Futures Thinking and Strategic Foresight for Public Health
Heat Stress
Navigator
Community-Based Disaster Preparedness and Resilience
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Micro-Modules
Fast-track your CE with focused health lectures. Micro-modules are online, accredited lectures that tackle real-world public health topics in digestible, impactful sessions.
Featured Topics:
Recognizing Child Maltreatment
Social Marketing
Global Disasters
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Resources
New to LLA?
Learn who we are, what we do, and how we're advancing continuing education and workforce development.
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Prefer a visual overview?
Check out our interactive infographic to explore what LLA offers, how our services work, and how you can get involved.
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Want to co-create or host a course?
Interested in creating your own courses or hosting a webinar with expert support? Discover how we can help by completing the
CE Matters Document
, then email it to
coph-lla@usf.edu
with a letter of inquiry.
Start here
Need help registering?
We know the registration process can be intimidating, so we created a step-by-step guide to help you find and enroll in your course(s) without the stress.
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Meet the Team
Ann Joyce, PhD
Ann Joyce, PhD
Instructor and Director
ajoyce@usf.edu
Silvia Moreno, MS
Silvia Moreno, MS
Project Manager and Learning Designer
smoreta@usf.edu
Samantha Petzold-Lopez, MEd
Samantha Petzold-Lopez, MEd
Learning Designer II
spetzold@usf.edu
Danielle Secker, MEd
Danielle Secker, MEd
Learning Designer II
secker@usf.edu
Alyscia Quichocho, MS
Alyscia Quichocho, MS
Learning Designer
alyscia@usf.edu
Mary Keyhani, MS
Mary Keyhani, MS
Learning Designer
marytoth@usf.edu
In the News
COPH team earns USF Outstanding Staff Award
COPH team earns USF Outstanding Staff Award
COPH celebrates recipients of the Outstanding Staff Award
COPH celebrates recipients of the Outstanding Staff Award
COPH introduces the Lifelong Learning Academy
COPH introduces the Lifelong Learning Academy