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Certificate Programs

OSUN has developed academic certificate programs to further integrate curriculums, sequence coursework, and allow non-degree students, such as refugee and displaced learners, to obtain credits and a transferable micro-credential. Certificate programs are further linked to OSUN Online Courses and Network Collaborative courses. Institutions are asked, where possible, to recognize certificates on academic transcripts. Each certificate requires 3-6 courses and may include co-curricular activities. 

Our Programs

There are currently six OSUN Certificate Programs:

  • Civic Engagement
    Students are provided with a structured path for merging curricular and co-curricular civic pursuits to deepen their knowledge and understanding of civic engagement.
  • Global Educational Development
    The certificate is a progressive micro-credential that combines coursework and practicums for students in the field of global educational development policy and practice.
  • Public Policy and Economic Analysis
    The program serves future policymakers committed to the principles of economic stability and economic rights for all by providing a set of cutting-edge interdisciplinary analytical techniques and theoretical approaches to tackle urgent twenty-first century problems.
  • Human Rights
    The certificate provides a structured path for students interested in deepening their knowledge and understanding of human rights theory and practice. Students engage in co-curricular activities outside of the classroom that inform their academic work. 
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  • Social Enterprise and Leading Change
    Students receive leadership training to develop critical thinking skills and other skill sets needed to create and build both nonprofit and mission-driven, for-profit organizations. Check back soon for more information.
     
  • Food Studies
    Students deepen theoretical and applied knowledge of food studies through a scholar-practitioner approach focused on sustainability and local practices. Classroom instruction is augmented by extensive experiences in agricultural and other food-related work environments. Check back soon for more information.