A certificate for professionals in healthcare seeking career advancement through expertise in health communication. The CHC provides a 12-credit specialization in health communication, focusing on theoretical and practical knowledge of public advocacy and the critical capacity to evaluate face-to-face and mediated health information. This certificate is ideal for students who have a master's degree, PhD or MD, however, the 12 credits of the certificate may also be applied to a degree program in the future, if desired.

Online

• https://hcom.illinois.edu/

• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts with a 3.0 GPA or higher

• Personal statement

• Current resume

Up to 4 transfer credits or up to 12 non-degree credits may be counted towards the degree.

The CHC offers a unique group-paced yet asynchronous online learning environment. All assignments and coursework can be completed individually at a time during the week that works for each individual student. A full time academic advisor is available to answer questions, consult with prospective and current students, help navigate any administrative hurdles, and advocate for students throughout the program. The CHC is a student-centered program that focuses on small cohorts of highly motivated and engaged students advancing both professional and academic goals.

The set of courses provides effective practices for teaching online, building course content, and designing quality assessments.

Online

• Acceptance to UIS Graduate School as either degree-seeking or non-degree-seeking.

• Undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 for full admission

• Undergraduate GPA of 2.5/4.0 for conditional admission

• Have all transcripts sent to UIS.

• Students should apply online at http://www.uis.edu/admissions/applyNow.html by completing the Graduate Student Non-Degree-Domestic & International application.For more information, contact Admissions & Records at (217) 206-6174 or (888) 977-4847.

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• Coursework may be used as electives for the Master of Arts in Education degree.

• A passing grade in an EDL course is considered to be B or above. A failing grade is given for work below that level. A maximum of eight hours of C (2.0) grades is applicable to the degree (grades of C- or lower are not accepted), provided that a minimum GPA of 3.0 is reached at time of graduation and an approved Student Petition is on file in the Office of Records and Registration.

Organizational success is increasingly a function of effective human resource management. Structure and technology can be duplicated, but recruiting and retaining talented employees can create potent competitive advantage. The certificate in human resource management examines the evolving role of human resources in driving the value of an organization. Upon completion of the certificate, you will be able to lead strategies for compensation and benefits and be able to create and manage a basic compensation plan that you can apply immediately to your business.

Fully online

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

• Completed application, essay, and current resume

• Two completed recommendations

• Official transcripts from all colleges attended

• No GMAT or GRE required if cumulative GPA is above 3.0. Also waived if applicant has a graduate degree from an accredited institution or completes their first 5 SBNM courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Up to 4 courses (8 sh) from an accredited graduate program. Also, up to 2 core courses may be waived if taken at the undergraduate level with a grade of "B" or higher.

• An array of online graduate certificates is designed to provide managers and leaders with a pragmatic education that addresses the special concerns and problems of managing in a rapidly changing world. All coursework may be applied to any of North Park's five graduate management degrees, including the MBA.

• Courses can also be taken at the main campus on the north side of Chicago.

Through the Information Accessibility Design and Policy (IADP) certificate program, website developers, information specialists, and disability service providers learn the principles of accessible information architecture and the information technology (IT) of universal design used in education, healthcare, and employment settings. Students will also learn the federal and state legal mandates governing information accessibility and the relationship of those mandates to the civil rights of people with disabilities, as well as technology accessibility standards, design techniques that enable adherence to those standards, and tools that support validation and evidence of compliance to those standards. The certificate program can be completed in one academic year.

Online

Applicants can hold an undergraduate degree or higher, or they can currently be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program from an accredited university. No tuition waivers are offered. Complete the "Intent to Register" form and send transcripts to Ms. Erika Albin (ealbin@illinois.edu) for review and admission decision by the Director and faculty.

All three courses must be completed to receive the certificate. No transfer credits are accepted.

Through the professional certificate program in Information Accessibility Design & Policy (IADP), website developers, programmers, designers, information technology specialists, compliance officers, educators, and disability service providers will learn about the following:

• Principles of accessible information architecture and universal design information technologies used in educational, healthcare, corporate, and employment settings

• Federal and state legal mandates governing information technology accessibility and their relationship to the civil rights of people with disabilities

• Information technology accessibility standards, design practices that enable adherence to those standards, and tools that support validation and evidence of compliance to those standards

The Certificate in IT Project Management provides information systems practitioners with the fundamental knowledge needed to manage information technology projects.

Online - Some exams may be proctored

• A baccalaureate degree

• Official transcripts

• Completed application form

• Course requirements must be completed with a grade of B or better

No transfer credit is accepted for certificates.

Individuals may work on the certificate part time without being formally enrolled in a degree program, or may complete it as part of the masters of science degree in Management Information Systems or other programs if approved by their specific degree program.

This program will help PK-12 teachers gain additional knowledge and skills in school improvement issues, enhancing teacher performance, and using data-driven decision making to improve student success.

Online

• Acceptance to UIS Graduate School as either degree-seeking or non-degree-seeking.

• Undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 for full admission

• Undergraduate GPA of 2.5/4.0 for conditional admission

• Have all transcripts sent to UIS.

• Students should apply online at http://www.uis.edu/admissions/applyNow.html by completing the Graduate Student Non-Degree-Domestic & International application.

For more information, contact Admissions & Records at (217) 206-6174 or (888) 977-4847.

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• Coursework may be used as electives for the Master of Arts in Education degree

• A passing grade in an EDL course is considered to be B or above. A failing grade is given for work below that level. A maximum of eight hours of C (2.0) grades is applicable to the degree (grades of C- or lower are not accepted), provided that a minimum GPA of 3.0 is reached at time of graduation and an approved Student Petition is on file in the Office of Records and Registration.

Effective, ethical leaders are in high demand at business organizations around the world. This certificate offers comprehensive preparation in the skills and knowledge that contribute to strong leadership, including self-awareness, attention to the types of environments that foster strong performance, appropriate leadership models, and accessing and developing talent. Upon completion of the certificate, you'll be prepared to lead your organization more effectively, develop negotiation approaches, and understand how diversity influences organizational creativity and performance.

In this certificate program, you will study servant and situational leadership models, coaching and counseling methods to improve performance, and strategies to positively affect organizational change.

Fully online

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

• Completed application, essay, and current resume

• Two completed recommendations

• Official transcripts from all colleges attended

• No GMAT or GRE required if cumulative GPA is above 3.0. Also waived if applicant has a graduate degree from an accredited institution or completes their first 5 SBNM courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Up to 4 courses (8 sh) from an accredited graduate program. Also, up to 2 core courses may be waived if taken at the undergraduate level with a grade of "B" or higher.

• An array of online graduate certificates is designed to provide managers and leaders with a pragmatic education that addresses the special concerns and problems of managing in a rapidly changing world. All coursework may be applied to any of North Park's five graduate management degrees, including the MBA.

• Courses can also be taken at the main campus on the north side of Chicago.

This online certificate program offers educators advanced training to acquire knowledge in fundamental legal issues and study legal developments that schools are likely to encounter.

Online

• Acceptance to UIS Graduate School as either degree-seeking or non-degree-seeking.

• Undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 for full admission

• Undergraduate GPA of 2.5/4.0 for conditional admission

• Have all transcripts sent to UIS.

• Students should apply online at http://www.uis.edu/admissions/applyNow.html by completing the Graduate Student Non-Degree-Domestic & International application.

For more information, contact Admissions & Records at (217) 206-6174 or (888) 977-4847.

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• The ten courses offered in this certificate program are the same courses our students seeking a master's degree take as electives. Combine the graduate certificate with an additional 22 credit hours of required course work to fulfill requirements for a Master of Arts in Education degree.

• A passing grade in an EDL course is considered to be B or above. A failing grade is given for work below that level. A maximum of eight hours of C (2.0) grades is applicable to the degree (grades of C- or lower are not accepted), provided that a minimum GPA of 3.0 is reached at time of graduation and an approved Student Petition is on file in the Office of Records and Registration.

More than ever, nonprofits face an array of complex challenges in their efforts to provide services and education to the public. Regardless of size or program focus, organizations must pay close attention to issues of governance, financial reporting, and compliance. The certificate in nonprofit governance provides a comprehensive understanding of organizational areas that are most affected by governance issues, and how to proactively address them while staying true to your organization's mission.

In the certificate program, you will study board development and management, regulatory and compliance issues, and budgeting and finance. The certificate coursework will give you the skills you need to develop strategies for increasing the size and effectiveness of your volunteer corps, as well as to examine the impact of legal issues on your organization, including compliance requirements, liability, and tax-exempt status. You'll gain valuable experience developing accountability structures, including planning and monitoring organizational budgets and assembling an active board.

Fully online

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

• Completed application, essay, and current resume

• Two completed recommendations

• Official transcripts from all colleges attended

• No GMAT or GRE required if cumulative GPA is above 3.0. Also waived if applicant has a graduate degree from an accredited institution or completes their first 5 SBNM courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Up to 4 courses (8 sh) from an accredited graduate program. Also, up to 2 core courses may be waived if taken at the undergraduate level with a grade of "B" or higher.

• An array of online graduate certificates is designed to provide managers and leaders with a pragmatic education that addresses the special concerns and problems of managing in a rapidly changing world. All coursework may be applied to any of North Park's five graduate management degrees, including the MBA.

• Courses can also be taken at the main campus on the north side of Chicago.

Today's nonprofit managers must balance myriad demands and responsibilities: they are fundraisers and financial officers, planners and problem-solvers, and human resource experts who lead boards, staff, and clients. The certificate in nonprofit management provides comprehensive preparation in the major functional areas of nonprofit organizations, with an emphasis on helping leaders maintain a central focus on their organization's mission.

Upon completion of the certificate, you will understand how the components of your organization fit together, including boards, structure, mission, and staff. You'll develop and broaden your knowledge of the fundraising, finance, and marketing functions within the nonprofit sector, with careful consideration of resource development, budgeting, ethics, and legal issues. You'll also learn how to develop a strategic plan for your organization that will advance its mission.

Fully online

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

• Completed application, essay, and current resume

• Two completed recommendations

• Official transcripts from all colleges attended

• No GMAT or GRE required if cumulative GPA is above 3.0. Also waived if applicant has a graduate degree from an accredited institution or completes their first 5 SBNM courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Up to 4 courses (8 sh) from an accredited graduate program. Also, up to 2 core courses may be waived if taken at the undergraduate level with a grade of "B" or higher.

• An array of online graduate certificates is designed to provide managers and leaders with a pragmatic education that addresses the special concerns and problems of managing in a rapidly changing world. All coursework may be applied to any of North Park's five graduate management degrees, including the MBA.

• Courses can also be taken at the main campus on the north side of Chicago.