A certificate is typically the shortest course of study. It is also the least expensive type of academic degree. Certificates are a group of courses that follow a single subject that relates to a specific career. Typically, 4 to 10 courses are required to achieve a certificate degree and takes about a year to complete. Graduate certificates are also available, but they normally require a bachelor's degree prior to enrolling. Many institutions requirements differ however, so please take the time to research each schools' requirements.

Why should I obtain a Certificate?

If you..

• Need to acquire skills quickly to launch a new career
• Already hold a bachelor's degree but seek to launch a new career not related to that degree
• Need to meet state or national licensing requirements