Claflin University proudly announces it is joining the Workforce Edge network. Workforce Edge, a full-service education benefits administration solution for employees powered by Strategic Education, Inc., allows employers to offer their workforce higher education options that are relevant, innovative and affordable.
Workforce Edge partner employees will have access to a range of Claflin’s exceptional academic programs and learn from its world-class faculty. The partnership reflects Claflin’s commitment to enhancing job skills and promoting economic mobility.
“This vital partnership will broaden our perspectives on student recruitment and expand our focus on workforce development by attracting more students to Claflin who are currently employed but need more education to achieve their professional and personal goals,” said Claflin President Dr. Dwaun J. Warmack. “We are excited to join the Workforce Edge network to help increase the job skills and performance of the students who enroll in our educational programs. This partnership is a testament to our shared commitment to advancing economic mobility.”
Claflin University will offer several degree options to Workforce Edge employer partners. These programs include:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)\Master of Curriculum and Instruction
- Master of Biotechnology – Climate Change
- Master of Nursing Administration
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Master of Criminal Justice
Workforce Edge partner employees can choose the academic major that best aligns with their goals.
“This partnership with Claflin University will help remove barriers to education through employer-backed learning and development opportunities,” said Karl McDonnell, CEO of Strategic Education, Inc. “We are proud to have Claflin University join our network and provide our Workforce Edge employer partners with additional opportunities to advance economic mobility for their workforce.”
Other Historically Black Colleges and Universities partnered with Workforce Edge include Alabama State University, Howard University, Morris Brown College, and Virginia State University.
