Essential Skills for Career Readiness Certificate

Designed to complement any major, this 12-credit-hour interdisciplinary undergraduate certificate equips students with essential professional competencies - often referred to as “soft skills” or “durable skills” - that are critical for career success in today’s evolving workforce. Through this program, students will strengthen their ability to communicate with clarity, develop effective leadership practices, understand and navigate group dynamics, and build confidence in managing the digital information landscape.

Program CIP Code

32.0101

Program Modality

On-Ground

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate effective oral and written communication strategies appropriate for academic, professional, and civic contexts. (Communication Skills)
Apply leadership concepts and practices to engage, motivate, and guide self and others toward specific goals. (Leadership & Collaboration)
Locate, evaluate, and ethically use digital information to support informed decision-making and lifelong learning. (Information Literacy)

Curriculum

Essential Skills for Career Readiness