The School of Extended Studies offers three non-credit Certificate Programs:

1. Certificate in Arts Administration
2. Certificate in Computer Graphics
3. Certificate in Photography

The Certificate in Arts Administration is for those whose passion for the arts has driven them to professions within arts organizations and institutions. For anyone who is presently working in the arts field or who desires to do so this is a key program.  Students will have a 2 year period in which to complete 6 courses – 2 are required courses with 4 elective offerings. This program is built around the working professional with low instructor to student ratios.  Courses are offered evenings and weekends in three hour sessions. Students should expect attendance to be mandatory with minimal homework assignments throughout each course.

For a Certificate Program Application Form, click here.

The Certificate in Computer Graphics focuses on technical and real-life challenges that arise when working with computer graphics software. Graphic software applications are introduced through demonstrations, in-class exercises, homework assignments and skills-building projects.  Course curriculum is subject to change, often based on changes in the software industry.

To earn a non-credit certificate, candidates must successfully complete three qualifying 30-hour courses in their chosen area of study. Each semester different course choices are offered. These courses are listed as Non-credit Courses and are designated in the course description as “eligible toward a certificate program”.

Students working on a certificate are expected to attend all classes and successfully complete the three 30-hour courses within three years of their start date. Most certificate courses include both in-class and homework assignments.

For a Certificate Program Application Form, click here.

The Certificate in Photography provides entry-level and experienced individuals an opportunity to focus on solid darkroom techniques as well as fundamental and more advanced skills necessary to the production of fine art photographic images.

To earn a non-credit certificate, candidates must successfully complete three qualifying 30-hour courses in their chosen area of study. Each semester different course choices are offered. These courses are listed as Non-credit Courses and are designated in the course description as “eligible toward a certificate program”.

Students working on a certificate are expected to attend all classes and successfully complete the three 30-hour courses within three years of their start date. Most certificate courses include both in-class and homework assignments.

For a Certificate Program Application Form, click here.