Centre for Continuing Education and Professional Development

Where learning never stops and growth knows no limits

CCEPD Students

Overview

In a landmark to provide inclusive and equitable quality education in Malawi, the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) established the Centre for Continuing Education and Professional Development (CCEPD). The center is an educational hub where learning never stops and growth knows no limits. It opens new horizons for learning and innovation, exceeds expectations and reshapes standards. The Center does not just offer educational courses but also builds a community of learners, creators, innovators and leaders.

The LUANAR CCEPD is designed to drive the Malawi 2063 agenda through Enabler 3: Enhanced Public Sector Performance that aims to build institutional capacities through on-job trainings for the skills relevant to the implementation and realization of the Vision and Enabler 5: Human Capacity Development that promotes relevant quality education that incorporates a strong element of academic excellence, technical and vocational skills fit for the labour market and entrepreneurship.

About Us

More than just an educational center, CCEPD serves as an innovation, knowledge, and creativity hub, offering short courses, specialized training, research-driven consultancy, and thought-leadership platforms. By bridging academic excellence with industry needs, it accelerates the transfer of knowledge, stimulates creative solutions, and empowers communities—transforming the national development agenda from policy documents into tangible, life-changing impact.

We offer a dynamic range of short courses, workshops, and certifications designed to help you stay ahead in today's competitive landscape, whether you're seeking to advance your career, pivot into a new field, or expand your personal skill set. Our expert instructors bring real-world experience and cutting-edge insights, ensuring every program blends practical application with innovative thinking.

Our Vision

CCEPD aspires to become a center of excellency where lifelong learning reigns.

Our Mission

CCEPD is committed to providing accessible, high-quality learning opportunities that equip individuals with relevant skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in an ever-changing world and foster lifelong learning, encourage innovation, and empower learners to achieve personal and professional success.

Our Values

Quality

Services that meet highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Innovation

Creativity and adoption of the latest methods and technologies in education and training.

Inclusivity

Providing equal access to opportunities and resources to people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalized.

Globalization

Providing education services of international standards embracing cultural and knowledge exchange.

Impactful

Making positive and sustainable change in society through education and consultancy.

Professionalism

Demonstrating highest standards of integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct.

Our Objectives

1 Offer a variety of certificate and non-certificate courses, intensive professional courses, and special demand driven programs
2 Foster collaboration between the university, government agencies and industry.
3 Provide accessible, high-quality learning opportunities that support personal enrichment and professional advancement.
4 Offer flexible learning formats to accommodate diverse schedules, learning styles, and life circumstances.
5 Develop programs responsive to industry trends to ensure learners remain competitive in evolving job markets.
6 Foster a culture of lifelong learning by engaging stakeholders and community members at all stages of life.
7 Build pathways to further education by creating bridge programs and partnerships with academic institutions.
8 Empower learners with practical, transferable skills that have immediate real-world applications.
9 Promote equity and inclusion in education by removing barriers to participation.