How long does it take to complete the certificate program?
This program is delivered on a part time basis. Courses generally are held one night a week over a 10 – 14 week period during one or more of three semesters ‑ fall, winter, and spring. A student completing one course per semester will take up to 3 years to complete the program of study. Some students are able to take two or more courses per semester reducing completion time by half or more. Course selections each semester are based on interest and demand and occasionally scheduled courses get canceled due to low enrollment. Each semester there will be between 3 – 6 courses offered from the program of study.
The answer depends on the individuals choice as to how many courses he or she is able to take in one term, while balancing work and personal life. We have students taking up to four courses a term a VERY heavy load and others taking only one course per term. We encourage students to pace themselves so that they have time to really absorb the curriculum materials from each course. The quickest time to complete the program would be three terms an academic year but this would depend on the course schedule. Realistically, you can expect to be able to complete the program within four to five terms. We currently only offer one course in the Spring/Summer term, though that may change in the future.
