Certificate Programs
Our five certificate programs are aimed at students who already
have a bachelor’s degree in another field. Students enter the certificate
program for many reasons. Many have been in the work force, but desire a career
in which they can help people. Others want to work in human services, but aren’t
ready to embark on an associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree. Other students
get the certificate on their way to a more advanced degree.
Community Living Specialist CertificateA
54-58-credit-hour program for students who have, in the past, struggled with
their own severe mental illness. Students make use of their coping skills to
work effectively with persons with severe mental illness. Students participate
in two to three clinical practicum experiences on a mental health community
treatment team.
Advanced Chemical Dependency Certificate
A 59-credit-hour program for students with an associate, bachelor or master’s
degree in a related field. Completion of this certificate meets the 270 hours of
acceptable chemical dependency training for CD licensure. Students have three or
four supervised clinical practicum experiences including one with clients who
have co-occurring disorders.
Advanced Mental Health CertificateThis
51-credit-hour program is open to students with an associate, bachelor or
master’s degree. The curriculum provides courses focused on knowledge and skills
necessary to work in the mental health field. Students participate in four
clinical practicum experiences in a variety of human service agencies.
Advanced Developmental Disabilities Certificate
This 52-credit-hour program is designed for students with an associate, bachelor
or master’s degree. The curriculum offers courses focused on knowledge and
skills necessary to work with clients with MR/DD issues. Students participate in
four clinical practicums in a variety of human service agencies.