Skills@UC

Registration Made Easy

Thank you for choosing Skills@UC, the University of Cincinnati’s resource for achieving your personal and professional goals. 

Courses and programs offered through Skills@UC are open enrollment, making registration quick and easy. For most courses, you can enroll by simply creating a Skills@UC account, adding your selected course to the cart, and completing the checkout process. Some courses may require additional information or an application, which will be noted during registration. 

Who Can Enroll?

Skills@UC non-credit courses are open to everyone—enrollment at the University of Cincinnati is not required. Some courses may have prerequisites or specific requirements, which are outlined in the course profile. Be sure to review these details to ensure you meet the necessary criteria.

Take the next step toward achieving your personal and professional goals with Skills@UC today!

Course Profiles At a Glance

Discover what you need to know about Skills@UC courses through detailed profiles. Each course profile includes essential information, such as:

  • Course description
  • Learner outcomes
  • Who should register
  • Prerequisites or additional requirements
  • Available sections
  • Course fees

You’ll also find information about course format (in-person, online, or multi-modal), course length, and credentials you may earn. Information is conveniently presented to help you make informed decisions.

Ready to Register for a Course? 

Registering for a course through Skills@UC requires you to log into the platform. There are three potential ways to access your account:

  1. Create a New Account: Use a personal email address to set up a new account if you’re new to Skills@UC.
  2. Existing Account: Log in with a personal email address if you’ve previously created a Skills@UC account.
  3. Current UC User: Use your UC credentials if you’re a current UC faculty, staff, student, or alumni with an active UC account.

Select the option below that best describes your situation for step-by-step instructions.

New Account

If you’re new to Skills@UC and don’t already have an account, you’ll need to create one using a personal email address. This email address will serve as your username for Skills@UC. Once your account is created, you’ll be able to log in and register for courses.

  1. Search for Courses: Visit skills.uc.edu and search for the course you want to take. 
  2. View Available Sections: In the course profile, click the + button on the right-hand side to view available sections. 
  3. Add to Cart: To select a section, click ADD TO CART. You will be directed to your Skills@UC cart. 
  4. Apply a Discount: If you have a promo code, click the APPLY A DISCOUNT box and enter your code. 
  5. Proceed to Checkout: Click the CHECKOUT button. 
  6. Create an Account: Under the “I need an account” column, enter your personal email address twice and select CREATE ACCOUNT.
  7. Complete Your Learner Profile: Provide the required information, including learner details, communication preferences, and privacy statements. 
  8. Continue Checkout: Click CONTINUE CHECKOUT. 
  9. Complete Any Required Applications: Some courses may require you to complete a brief application.
  10. Proceed to Payment: Review and agree to the Policy Confirmation, then select CONTINUE CHECKOUT to access the payment portal. 
  11. Submit Payment: Complete the payment using a Credit Card or Electonic Check (ACH). Complete all required fields and select CONTINUE. 
  12. Confirmation and Receipt: After payment, you will see the Receipt page and receive an enrollment confirmation and a receipt via email. 
  13. Set Up Your Account Password: After registering for your course, you must create a password to complete your account setup. This should be your final step. 
  14. Check Your Email: Look for an email from the University of Cincinnati titled, “Skills@UC New Account.” Follow the prompts in this email to create a password and finalize your account.

Registration Tips

  • Complete payment before creating a password. If you create your password before finishing the checkout process, the course will be removed from your cart.
  • You can create an account before selecting a course. The steps will remain the same, but the process will follow a slightly different order.
  • You may add multiple courses to your cart before checking out.

Existing Account

If you’ve previously created a Skills@UC account using a personal email address, you can log in with your existing credentials. There’s no need to create a new account—simply access your account and proceed with course registration.

  1. Search for Courses: Visit skills.uc.edu and search for the course you want to take. 
  2. View Available Sections: In the course profile, click the + button on the right-hand side to view available sections. 
  3. Add to Cart: To select a section, click ADD TO CART. You will be directed to your Skills@UC cart. 
  4. Apply A Discount: If you have a promo code, click the APPLY A DISCOUNT box and enter your code. 
  5. Proceed to Checkout: Click the CHECKOUT button. 
  6. Log In to Your Account: In the “Log in to an existing account” section, log in using the account type associated with your Skills@UC account. 
  7. Review Your Learner Profile: Check the information in your learner profile and update any fields as needed. 
  8. Continue Checkout: Click CONTINUE CHECKOUT. 
  9. Complete Any Required Applications: Some courses may require you to complete a brief application.
  10. Proceed to Payment: Review and agree to the Policy Confirmation, then select CONTINUE CHECKOUT to access the payment portal. 
  11. Submit Payment: Complete the payment using a Credit Card or Electonic Check (ACH).  Complete all required fields and select CONTINUE. 
  12. Confirmation and Receipt: After payment, you will see the Receipt page and receive an enrollment confirmation and a receipt via email. 

Registration Tips

  • You can log in before selecting a course. The steps will remain the same, but the process will follow a slightly different order. 
  • You may add multiple courses to your cart before checking out. 

Current UC User

If you’re a current UC faculty, staff, student, or alumni with an active UC account, you can use your UC username and password to log into Skills@UC. This option allows you to seamlessly access the platform using your existing UC account information.

  1. Search for Courses: Visit skills.uc.edu and search for the course you want to take. 
  2. View Available Sections: In the course profile, click the + button on the right-hand side to view available sections. 
  3. Add to Cart: To select a section, click ADD TO CART. You will be directed to your Skills@UC cart. 
  4. Apply A Discount: If you have a promo code, click the APPLY A DISCOUNT box and enter your code. 
  5. Proceed to Checkout: Click the CHECKOUT button. 
  6. Create an Account: In the “Log in to an existing account” column on the leftmost side, select UC LOG IN. 
  7. Log into Your UC Account: Enter your UC username and password and click LOGIN. You will need to complete the DUO two-factor authentication. 
  8. Complete Your Learner Profile: Provide the required information, including learner details, communication preferences, and privacy statements. 
  9. Continue Checkout: Click CONTINUE CHECKOUT. 
  10. Complete Any Required Applications: Some courses may require you to complete a brief application.  Visit this page for more information. 
  11. Proceed to Payment: Review and agree to the Policy Confirmation, then select CONTINUE CHECKOUT to access the payment portal. 
  12. Submit Payment: Complete the payment using a Credit Card or Electonic Check (ACH).  Complete all required fields and select CONTINUE. 
  13. Confirmation and Receipt: After payment, you will see the Receipt page and receive an enrollment confirmation and a receipt via email. 

Registration Tips

  • You can log in before selecting a course.  The steps will remain the same, but the process will follow a slightly different order. 
  • You may add multiple courses to your cart before checking out. 

Registration FAQs

If you’ve forgotten your password, don’t worry—resetting it is a simple process! On the login page, click the red Forgot Password link located above the password field. Enter your email address and click Continue. You will receive an email with instructions to create a new password.

If you don’t receive the email within five minutes, check your spam or junk folder. If the issue persists after completing these steps, please contact Skills@UC.edu for further assistance. 

If you’ve forgotten your username, resetting it is a quick process! On the login page, click the red Forgot Username link located above the username field. Enter the email address that you indicated as preferred in your profile and click Continue. Your username will be sent to this email address in a few minutes.

If you don’t receive the email within five minutes, check your spam or junk folder. If the issue persists after completing these steps, please contact Skills@UC.edu for further assistance. 

A unique email address is required to register for a course or program on Skills@UC. If you do not have an active email address, you will need to create one to complete your registration. We recommend using popular email providers such as Gmail, Yahoo, or Outlook, which offer free accounts and user-friendly interfaces.

Skills@UC accounts are for individual use and cannot be shared. Each learner must create their own account using a unique email address.

To register for courses, you’ll need access to the internet and a computer, smartphone, or other mobile device.

Most courses require a computer to complete coursework and access materials. For the best experience, we recommend using the latest operating systems and a reliable, high-speed internet connection. Some courses or programs may have additional hardware or software requirements, which will be listed on the course or program profile.

There are no residency requirements for enrolling in a Skills@UC course or program, unless specifically stated in the course or program profile. It is your responsibility to confirm the format of the course and ensure that you can participate at the scheduled time and location. Please note that all courses are conducted in English, and it is expected that all assignments be completed and submitted in English.

After creating a Skills@UC account, you will gain access to the Skills@UC Learner Portal. This portal provides a variety of tools and features to support your learning journey, including:

  • Course Registration: Enroll in new courses with ease
  • Learner Home: Access current and past courses, and manage your Skills@UC account
  • Profile: Update personal information and communication preferences
  • Enrollment History: View a complete record of all courses you have enrolled in through Skills@UC
  • My Applications: Track submitted and in progress applications
  • Account History: Review a summary of all transactions related to your account
  • Saved Items: Manage items in your shopping cart or those saved for future consideration in your “Saved for Later” list
  • Help: Access assistance and support when needed

If you have questions about Skills@UC or would like to discuss our course and program offerings further, please contact us at skills@uc.edu or (513) 556-6932. Our dedicated support team is here to assist with inquiries related to non-credit learning and technical support.