{"success":true,"data":{"pressRelease":{"id":"166385","rtpr_id":"nPn83Flxra-20261012","ticker":"APEI","exchange":"NASDAQ","all_tickers":["APEI"],"title":"American Military University & American Public University Launch New AI Certificate, Two New Finance Programs and Six New Microcredentials for First Responders","author":"PR Newswire","published_at":"2026-10-12T12:32:00.287Z","article_body":"American Military University & American Public University Launch New AI Certificate, Two New Finance Programs and Six New Microcredentials for First Responders\nPR Newswire\n\nCHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Oct. 12, 2026\n\n New Offerings Equip Students with In-Demand Skills for Leadership and Growth\n\nCHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- To help prepare students\nfor tomorrow's opportunities, American Military University\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=3689294764&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2F&a=American+Military+University)\n(AMU) and American Public University\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2877325424&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apu.apus.edu%2F&a=American+Public+University)\n(APU) part of American Public University System\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1169782214&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmilitaryplus.apus.edu%2F&a=American+Public+University+System)\n are launching a new AI Certificate, two new finance programs, and six new\nmicro credentials for first responders (called NanoCerts®).\n\nRegistration is now open for all offerings at both AMU and APU.\n\n\"We have an ongoing commitment to help our students become tomorrow's leaders,\nand a significant part of that is providing academic pathways that align with\nrapidly changing workplace demands,\" said Dr. Elizabeth Joy Johnson, Provost\nof AMU and APU. \"We are proud to expand our finance curriculum, add an\ninnovative certificate focusing on AI and add several career-relevant\nNanoCerts® for first responders as we continue to educate those who serve us\nin our communities.\"\n\nThe expanded career-relevant offerings include a Bachelor of Science in\nFinance\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1724424251&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-bachelor-degrees%2Fbachelor-of-science-in-finance%2F&a=Bachelor+of+Science+in+Finance)\n and a Master of Science in Finance\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1752175302&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-masters-programs%2Fmaster-of-science-in-finance%2F&a=Master+of+Science+in+Finance)\n, which explore the principles of financial management and how they apply to\nbusinesses. This includes corporate finance, investment management practices,\nand the institutions and markets that shape global capital.\n\nThe undergraduate AI certificate program\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=141789844&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-certificate-programs%2Fundergraduate-certificate-in-artificial-intelligence%2F&a=undergraduate+AI+certificate+program)\n equips students with foundational knowledge of practical applications for\ngenerative AI and large language models (LLMs). Students will learn how to\nsupport complex tasks and solve real-world problems with artificial\nintelligence. This includes applying ethical, legal, and governance principles\nrelevant to military and federal contexts.\n\nThe new offerings also include six new undergraduate NanoCert® programs:\n\n * NanoCert® Basics of Emergency Management\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2099752522&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-basics-in-emergency-management%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Basics+of+Emergency+Management)\n\n;\n * NanoCert® Disaster Management Fundamentals\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=506009436&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-in-disaster-management-fundamentals%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Disaster+Management+Fundamentals)\n\n;\n * NanoCert® Emergency Management Communications;\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=121122924&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-in-emergency-management-communications%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Emergency+Management+Communications%3B)\n * NanoCert® Community Risk Reduction Chief;\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=857052708&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-community-risk-reduction-chief%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Community+Risk+Reduction+Chief%3B)\n * NanoCert® Battalion Chief\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=3159936896&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-battalion-chief%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Battalion+Chief)\n\n;\n * NanoCert® Administration Chief\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2592555527&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-administration-chief%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Administration+Chief)\n\n;\nNanoCerts® are three-course programs focused on upskilling to quickly meet\ncareer or professional development goals. These NanoCerts® can provide\nknowledge that federal, state, and local first responders need as they pursue\nleadership opportunities, build specialized expertise, or expand\nresponsibilities in fire service and emergency management. In addition, the\nNanoCerts® are specifically designed to stack into the Bachelors in\nEmergency and Disaster Management, and the Bachelors in Fire Science\nManagement offered at AMU and APU(1).\n\nThe new offerings complement numerous related undergraduate and graduate\nprograms, including the Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1144863230&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-bachelor-degrees%2Fbachelor-of-science-in-artificial-intelligence%2F&a=Bachelor+of+Science+in+Artificial+Intelligence)\n and other programs in emergency services and disaster management as well as\nhomeland security. AMU further supports first responders through the Everyday\nHeroes Grant\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1612067269&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstart.amu.apus.edu%2Fgrants%2Feveryday-heroes%3Futm_source%3Dapus.edu%26utm_medium%3Dprint%26utm_content%3Db2b%2520announcement_press%2520release%26utm_term%3D%26utm_campaign%3Deveryday_heroes_grant_2023%2520-%2520PT%2520-%2520AMU&a=Everyday+Heroes+Grant)\n, a 20% special tuition grant designed for emergency services professionals\nand their extended families (spouses, dependents, parents, siblings, and legal\npartners).\n\nTo learn more about AMU and APU's public-safety focused programs, visit:\nhttps://www.amu.apus.edu/online-colleges-and-schools/school-of-security-global-studies/\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=905307548&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-colleges-and-schools%2Fschool-of-security-global-studies%2F&a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-colleges-and-schools%2Fschool-of-security-global-studies%2F)\n.\n\nAMU and APU offer 200-plus programs from associate up to master's and doctoral\ndegrees, with monthly class starts. Visit here for more info:\nhttps://www.amu.apus.edu/academic/degrees-and-programs/program-finder/\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2596988054&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Facademic%2Fdegrees-and-programs%2Fprogram-finder%2F&a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Facademic%2Fdegrees-and-programs%2Fprogram-finder%2F)\n.\n\nAbout American Military University and American Public University\nAmerican Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU)\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2097123949&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmilitaryplus.apus.edu%2F&a=American+Military+University+(AMU)+and+American+Public+University+(APU))\n part of American Public University System provide high-quality, affordable\nhigher education that helps transform lives and advance careers. AMU &\nAPU's workforce-relevant education is preparing nearly 90,000 active students\nfor service and leadership worldwide. AMU and APU have a rich history and\nvibrant community of over 173,000 alumni from more than 80 countries.\n\nAmerican Public University System is accredited by the Higher Learning\nCommission\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1520361897&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hlcommission.org%2F&a=Higher+Learning+Commission)\n (HLC), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S.\nDepartment of Education. With approximately 109,000 students and over\n250,000(2) alumni worldwide, the System is a wholly owned subsidiary of\nAmerican Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information,\nvisit www.apus.edu\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=4210838905&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.apus.edu%2F&a=www.apus.edu)\n.\n\n(1)Students are not permitted to enroll concurrently in multiple programs. For\nexample, they may not be enrolled in both a NanoCert and a Bachelor's degree\nat the same time. However, if they previously completed the NanoCert in\nCybersecurity/Cybercrime they may be able to apply those credits toward a\nBachelor's in Cybersecurity at AMU or APU.\n\n(2)As of June 30, 2026.\n\nAmerican Public University System, American Military University, and American\nPublic University are not affiliated with American University or the U.S.\nMilitary.\n\nMEDIA CONTACT\nFrank Tutalo\nAssociate Vice President, Public Relations\n \nFTutalo@apus.edu (mailto:FTutalo@apus.edu)\n\nView original content to download\nmultimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/american-military-university--american-public-university-launch-new-ai-certificate-two-new-finance-programs-and-six-new-microcredentials-for-first-responders-302905211.html\n(https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/american-military-university--american-public-university-launch-new-ai-certificate-two-new-finance-programs-and-six-new-microcredentials-for-first-responders-302905211.html)\n\nSOURCE American Military University & American Public University\n\n\n\nPhoto: \nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS1984076/American-Public-University.jpg?id=OA3012033\n\nCopyright (c) 2026 PR Newswire Association,LLC. All Rights Reserved.","article_body_html":"","raw_payload":{"data":{"id":"nPn83Flxra-20261012","title":"American Military University & American Public University Launch New AI Certificate, Two New Finance Programs and Six New Microcredentials for First Responders","author":"PR Newswire","ticker":"APEI","created":"2026-10-12T12:32:00.287Z","tickers":["APEI"],"exchange":"NASDAQ","article_body":"American Military University & American Public University Launch New AI Certificate, Two New Finance Programs and Six New Microcredentials for First Responders\nPR Newswire\n\nCHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Oct. 12, 2026\n\n New Offerings Equip Students with In-Demand Skills for Leadership and Growth\n\nCHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- To help prepare students\nfor tomorrow's opportunities, American Military University\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=3689294764&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2F&a=American+Military+University)\n(AMU) and American Public University\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2877325424&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apu.apus.edu%2F&a=American+Public+University)\n(APU) part of American Public University System\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1169782214&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmilitaryplus.apus.edu%2F&a=American+Public+University+System)\n are launching a new AI Certificate, two new finance programs, and six new\nmicro credentials for first responders (called NanoCerts®).\n\nRegistration is now open for all offerings at both AMU and APU.\n\n\"We have an ongoing commitment to help our students become tomorrow's leaders,\nand a significant part of that is providing academic pathways that align with\nrapidly changing workplace demands,\" said Dr. Elizabeth Joy Johnson, Provost\nof AMU and APU. \"We are proud to expand our finance curriculum, add an\ninnovative certificate focusing on AI and add several career-relevant\nNanoCerts® for first responders as we continue to educate those who serve us\nin our communities.\"\n\nThe expanded career-relevant offerings include a Bachelor of Science in\nFinance\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1724424251&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-bachelor-degrees%2Fbachelor-of-science-in-finance%2F&a=Bachelor+of+Science+in+Finance)\n and a Master of Science in Finance\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1752175302&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-masters-programs%2Fmaster-of-science-in-finance%2F&a=Master+of+Science+in+Finance)\n, which explore the principles of financial management and how they apply to\nbusinesses. This includes corporate finance, investment management practices,\nand the institutions and markets that shape global capital.\n\nThe undergraduate AI certificate program\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=141789844&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-certificate-programs%2Fundergraduate-certificate-in-artificial-intelligence%2F&a=undergraduate+AI+certificate+program)\n equips students with foundational knowledge of practical applications for\ngenerative AI and large language models (LLMs). Students will learn how to\nsupport complex tasks and solve real-world problems with artificial\nintelligence. This includes applying ethical, legal, and governance principles\nrelevant to military and federal contexts.\n\nThe new offerings also include six new undergraduate NanoCert® programs:\n\n * NanoCert® Basics of Emergency Management\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2099752522&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-basics-in-emergency-management%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Basics+of+Emergency+Management)\n\n;\n * NanoCert® Disaster Management Fundamentals\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=506009436&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-in-disaster-management-fundamentals%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Disaster+Management+Fundamentals)\n\n;\n * NanoCert® Emergency Management Communications;\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=121122924&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-in-emergency-management-communications%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Emergency+Management+Communications%3B)\n * NanoCert® Community Risk Reduction Chief;\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=857052708&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-community-risk-reduction-chief%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Community+Risk+Reduction+Chief%3B)\n * NanoCert® Battalion Chief\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=3159936896&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-battalion-chief%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Battalion+Chief)\n\n;\n * NanoCert® Administration Chief\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2592555527&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-microcredential-programs%2Fundergraduate-nanocert-administration-chief%2F&a=NanoCert%C2%AE+Administration+Chief)\n\n;\nNanoCerts® are three-course programs focused on upskilling to quickly meet\ncareer or professional development goals. These NanoCerts® can provide\nknowledge that federal, state, and local first responders need as they pursue\nleadership opportunities, build specialized expertise, or expand\nresponsibilities in fire service and emergency management. In addition, the\nNanoCerts® are specifically designed to stack into the Bachelors in\nEmergency and Disaster Management, and the Bachelors in Fire Science\nManagement offered at AMU and APU(1).\n\nThe new offerings complement numerous related undergraduate and graduate\nprograms, including the Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1144863230&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-bachelor-degrees%2Fbachelor-of-science-in-artificial-intelligence%2F&a=Bachelor+of+Science+in+Artificial+Intelligence)\n and other programs in emergency services and disaster management as well as\nhomeland security. AMU further supports first responders through the Everyday\nHeroes Grant\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1612067269&u=https%3A%2F%2Fstart.amu.apus.edu%2Fgrants%2Feveryday-heroes%3Futm_source%3Dapus.edu%26utm_medium%3Dprint%26utm_content%3Db2b%2520announcement_press%2520release%26utm_term%3D%26utm_campaign%3Deveryday_heroes_grant_2023%2520-%2520PT%2520-%2520AMU&a=Everyday+Heroes+Grant)\n, a 20% special tuition grant designed for emergency services professionals\nand their extended families (spouses, dependents, parents, siblings, and legal\npartners).\n\nTo learn more about AMU and APU's public-safety focused programs, visit:\nhttps://www.amu.apus.edu/online-colleges-and-schools/school-of-security-global-studies/\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=905307548&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-colleges-and-schools%2Fschool-of-security-global-studies%2F&a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Fonline-colleges-and-schools%2Fschool-of-security-global-studies%2F)\n.\n\nAMU and APU offer 200-plus programs from associate up to master's and doctoral\ndegrees, with monthly class starts. Visit here for more info:\nhttps://www.amu.apus.edu/academic/degrees-and-programs/program-finder/\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2596988054&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Facademic%2Fdegrees-and-programs%2Fprogram-finder%2F&a=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amu.apus.edu%2Facademic%2Fdegrees-and-programs%2Fprogram-finder%2F)\n.\n\nAbout American Military University and American Public University\nAmerican Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU)\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=2097123949&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmilitaryplus.apus.edu%2F&a=American+Military+University+(AMU)+and+American+Public+University+(APU))\n part of American Public University System provide high-quality, affordable\nhigher education that helps transform lives and advance careers. AMU &\nAPU's workforce-relevant education is preparing nearly 90,000 active students\nfor service and leadership worldwide. AMU and APU have a rich history and\nvibrant community of over 173,000 alumni from more than 80 countries.\n\nAmerican Public University System is accredited by the Higher Learning\nCommission\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=1520361897&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hlcommission.org%2F&a=Higher+Learning+Commission)\n (HLC), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S.\nDepartment of Education. With approximately 109,000 students and over\n250,000(2) alumni worldwide, the System is a wholly owned subsidiary of\nAmerican Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information,\nvisit www.apus.edu\n(https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=4795240-1&h=4210838905&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.apus.edu%2F&a=www.apus.edu)\n.\n\n(1)Students are not permitted to enroll concurrently in multiple programs. For\nexample, they may not be enrolled in both a NanoCert and a Bachelor's degree\nat the same time. However, if they previously completed the NanoCert in\nCybersecurity/Cybercrime they may be able to apply those credits toward a\nBachelor's in Cybersecurity at AMU or APU.\n\n(2)As of June 30, 2026.\n\nAmerican Public University System, American Military University, and American\nPublic University are not affiliated with American University or the U.S.\nMilitary.\n\nMEDIA CONTACT\nFrank Tutalo\nAssociate Vice President, Public Relations\n \nFTutalo@apus.edu (mailto:FTutalo@apus.edu)\n\nView original content to download\nmultimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/american-military-university--american-public-university-launch-new-ai-certificate-two-new-finance-programs-and-six-new-microcredentials-for-first-responders-302905211.html\n(https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/american-military-university--american-public-university-launch-new-ai-certificate-two-new-finance-programs-and-six-new-microcredentials-for-first-responders-302905211.html)\n\nSOURCE American Military University & American Public University\n\n\n\nPhoto: \nhttps://mmx.prnewswire.com/media/MS1984076/American-Public-University.jpg?id=OA3012033\n\nCopyright (c) 2026 PR Newswire Association,LLC. 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