A study identified research trends and developments in continuing higher education perceived by 10 deans and directors of university continuing higher education programs. Consensus level varied across the 150 items with unanimous agreement on one item, "converting program outcomes." Presents conclusions and implications. (Author)

From 50 institutions with nondegree certification programs, 35 responses revealed great variability, covering all levels from high school to graduate. Governance varied among academic units, continuing education divisions, and committees; some used input from professional associations. Although expected to grow, such programs were unlikely to gain…