SMU Continuing & Professional Education offers short courses, certificates and customized programs taught by world-class instructors online and in person. Our noncredit programs enhance your life and help you reach your academic or career goals. Take advantage of flexible class schedules and online options to maximize your learning. Find a program or course that fits your interests and needs. SMU Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE) is a division of Southern Methodist University, the nationally ranked, globally recognized comprehensive research university in metropolitan Dallas.