Post-Bachelor's Certificate in Student Affairs in Higher Education

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The educational landscape has changed dramatically in recent years, and more training is needed to understand the growing concerns in higher education. Today’s challenges require higher education professionals to think critically about new problems, engage with diverse student bodies, and inform policies and practices for college students.

The Student Affairs in Higher Education certificate program is designed for working higher education professionals, recent college graduates, and current students in other graduate programs who want to improve their skills to tackle the challenges facing higher education. The curriculum closely follows the ACPA/NASPA Professional Competencies as well as the CAS Standards for graduate professional preparation. For those who are interested, the certificate can act as a precursor for practitioners interested in our master’s in student affairs and higher education program. 

Certificate for Student Affairs in Higher Education Program Distinctions

The UNC Greensboro School of Education was named one of the “Top Graduate Schools of Education” by the U.S. News & World Report.

The Certificate for Student Affairs in Higher Education Student Experience

The certificate consists of four courses, each designed to provide students with the skills to advance their careers in higher education. Course offerings include:

• HED 601:  Foundations of College Student Affairs Administration
• HED 602:  Student Development Theory
• HED 606:  Organization & Administration of Student Affairs in Higher Education
• HED 663:  Program Planning in Postsecondary Education

Students will leave the certificate program with a variety of new skills. The certificate courses are tailored to provide a foundational understanding of how student affairs in higher education operates within the ever-changing overall landscape of higher education.

To view program requirements, including the number of credit hours and required courses, please click the “View UNCG Catalog” button.

After Receiving a Certificate for Student Affairs in Higher Education

Graduates of the certificate are prepared to understand and work with college students in various student services offices and departments across higher education.