continuing education

noun

: formal courses of study for adult part-time students

Examples of continuing education in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Robinson’s defense attorneys suggested lesser penalties could include ordering Ballard to attend a continuing education program or a referral to the state bar association. — Andi Babineau, CNN Money, 26 June 2026

He’s also required to take 18 hours of continuing education courses, broken down as 10 hours on child custody evaluation and child custody assessment; three hours on ethics; three hours on risk assessment; and two hours in laws and rules. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 17 June 2026

For professionals balancing work, family and continuing education requirements, these tools can make learning more accessible and efficient. — Brooke Greenwald, Forbes.com, 15 June 2026

The board issued Walton a formal reprimand Monday, June 1, and ordered her to complete continuing education credits on ethics, professionalism and boundaries. — Amber Gaudet june 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for continuing education

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• compartmentalization
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• demilitarization
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