Professional Development Training in NYC or Live Online

Develop new skills, stay up-to-date on current trends, prepare for career advancement

Those who take ownership of their career are much more likely to meet their career goals. Through professional development training, develop skills that can help you advance your career, keep current on the newest trends, and prepare for what comes next in your professional life.  

  • In-person courses
  • Flexible training solutions
  • Small class sizes
  • Hands-on & interactive
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Small Group Professional Development Classes

Our Professional Development courses are instructor-led in our Manhattan classrooms or live online (virtual learning).

  • Intro to Public Speaking

    • Weekdays only
    • 6 Hours
    • Open to beginners

    Conquer your fear of public speaking and become a master communicator with this public speaking workshop. Learn the skills you'll need to communicate better and start practicing them in the classroom with this class.

  • Time Management Training

    • Weekdays only
    • 3 Hours
    • Open to beginners

    In this three-hour workshop, learn the benefits of effective time management, how to implement time management techniques, tools to prioritize professional and personal tasks, and useful tips for maximizing time, minimizing distractions, and avoiding procrastination.

  • Customer Service Training

    • Weekdays only
    • 3 Hours
    • Open to beginners

    In this three-hour workshop, learn about customer service standards, talk about goodwill, and learn seven key principles of outstanding customer service. Practice verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, better listening practices, and questioning methods. Use problem-solving skills to assess customers’ needs and resolve complaints.

  • Effective Communication

    • Not currently scheduled
    • 3 Hours
    • Open to beginners

    In this three-hour workshop, discover your communication style, talk about communication barriers, and learn how body language and tone impact a message. Learn how to deliver a clear and effective message.

  • Hosting Effective Virtual Meetings

    • Not currently scheduled
    • 2 Hours
    • Open to beginners

    In this interactive, two-hour workshop, participants learn tips and tricks for setting up professional and engaging virtual meetings. The workshop includes techniques for engaging online participants, useful online tools that encourage interactivity, and the importance of body language, eye contact, and timing.

  • Developing Dynamic Listening Skills Training

    • Not currently scheduled
    • 3 Hours
    • Open to beginners

    In this three-hour workshop, participants learn how to become better listeners by employing active listening techniques, using body language, and asking the right kinds of questions. Discuss common communication barriers and how to reduce your talk ratio.

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Highly Reviewed by Our Alumni

From our hands-on training style to world-class instructors and custom-crafted curriculum, we deliver results our alumni are proud of.

Our Professional Development Training are rated 4.7 stars by 19 students

  • Jonada Burson Oct 22, 2024
    Time Management Training

    I'm a serious procrastinator and lose time with distractions. Nothing in the class seemed impossible, so I feel like I can actually use this class to make a difference in the way I use my time.

  • Debby Morgan Mar 8, 2024
    Time Management Training

    It was an excellent class. The information was well presented. I left the class with excellent tools to control my time and become more productive.

  • Anais Artiges Feb 16, 2024
    Time Management Training

    An efficient course for people who need a start at managing their time.

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Upcoming Professional Development Classes in NYC

All times are listed in Eastern Time unless otherwise specified.

September 2026
AI Ethics for Employees
September 29
Tuesday 1–5pm
$675
4 Hours

The course emphasizes actionable strategies teams can implement right away to build trust and support compliance with evolving policies.
October 2026
AI Prompt Engineering for the Workforce
October 6
Tuesday 1–5pm
$675
4 Hours

This course gives participants foundational prompt engineering skills to improve productivity, strengthen clarity, and support more effective AI use at work.
Advanced Prompt Design & Reasoning Strategies for Professionals
October 13
Tuesday 8–12pm
$675
4 Hours

This advanced course is designed for professionals who already understand the fundamentals of AI prompt engineering and want to move beyond basic prompting into more precise prompt design and reasoning control.
Intro to Public Speaking
October 15
Thursday 10–5pm
$399
6 Hours

Conquer your fear of public speaking and become a master communicator with this public speaking workshop. Learn the skills you'll need to communicate better and start practicing them in the classroom with this class.

AI Agents for Workflows
October 20
Tuesday 8–12pm
$675
4 Hours

Explore how agentic AI tools work, when they make sense in a workflow, and how to govern them responsibly.

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What Is Professional Development?

Professional development refers to continued education and training once someone has entered the workforce. Professional development can include enrolling in formal courses, attending conferences and workshops, subscribing to journals, joining professional organizations, or meeting with a mentor.

The goal of professional development is to help you develop new skills, stay current on changing practices, and to prepare you for advancement in your field. Some professionals are required to complete professional development hours to maintain a job position or renew certification, while many others seek out professional development and learning opportunities on their own.

Why Is Professional Development Important?

Those who take ownership of their career are much more likely to meet their career goals. But the truth is, many people don’t invest in their career development. Before you started your job, you likely completed a degree or received job-specific training. Professional development training ensures that, once you are established in that position, you stay current with trends and learn skills that can help advance your career.

What Are the Benefits of Professional Development?

Professional development is important for the success of a business and the engagement of the employees.

Professional development:

  • boosts confidence and credibility
  • keeps you current on industry trends
  • helps avoid professional burnout
  • expands your professional value
  • provides networking opportunities
  • increases earning potential
  • offers opportunity for future career changes
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