Academic Programs – Certificate Programs
Certificate in Accounting
The demand for accountants continues to rise, with recent changes in accounting law and a new focus on ethical accounting practices fueling the market. The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently reported that the accounting field will grow an estimated 16% by the year 2020.
SDUIS non-degree Certificate Program in Accounting is designed to provide students with a broad and thorough understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting practices, to keep students abreast of innovations in the field, and to enhance proficiency in accounting-related functions such as financial analysis and data interpretation.
Certificate in Advertising
San Diego University of Integrative Studies non-degree Certificate Program in Advertising provides students with a breadth of information and practical know-how in advertising communication, marketing strategy, copywriting, and design. It introduces contemporary advertising theories and practices by integrating traditional media – such as print – and with new media – such as Internet.
Certificate in Aviation
The San Diego University for Integrative Studies offers a non-degree certificate program in Aviation. This course curriculum provides a strong foundation for leadership positions within the aviation industry. The program emphasizes the study of human factors and stress management in aviation along with the technical fundamentals of flight in order to enhance student’s critical thinking and problem solving skills along with safety awareness and technical proficiency.
Certificate in Communication
San Diego University for Integrative Studies offers a non-degree certificate program in Communication and provides participants with strategic communication skills necessary to navigate the rapidly changing, information-driven work-place. This program will include training in all types and aspects of communication to express oneself professionally by focusing on major competencies of effective communication-interpersonal skills, written communication, and informal oral presentation.
Certificate in Executive Leadership
San Diego University for Integrative Studies’ offers a non-degree certificate program in Executive Leadership Coaching designed for managers, organizational leaders, international students, educators, entrepreneurs, and mature adult learners seeking to broaden their working knowledge of contemporary leadership approaches to leadership through twelve interrelated but distinct modules. These modules offer research-based leadership strategies where adaptability, innovation, team-building and integrity are the vital cornerstones of leadership.
Certificate in Expressive Arts Therapy
The San Diego University for Integrative Studies offers a non-degree certification program in Expressive Arts Therapy for students, therapists, interns, educators, and other professionals. This program provides exposure and training within an academic area of Expressive Arts that utilize a variety of media, techniques, and theories of human growth.
The Expressive Arts Therapy Program at SDUIS is designed to provide participants with a holistic and culturally enriched perspective about facilitating health, emotional growth, and human potential. The personal integration of a host of experiences and techniques is intended to contribute to the development of greater personal health and increased therapeutic options.
Certificate in Family Leadership
The San Diego University for Integrative Studies offers a non-degree certificate Program in Family Leadership Coaching, which is designed for family counselors, educators, child, youth and adult counselors, students, and mature adult learners seeking to advance their working knowledge of contemporary, effective approaches to family leadership issues in multi-cultural societies. This non-degree course of professional instruction provides participants with a foundation and skills development in ten distinct, yet interrelated courses, logically sequenced to provide a practical orientation to behavioral and social challenges encountered by parents as they function as primary role models and coaches for their children of all ages.
Certificate in Fashion Design
San Diego University for Integrative Studies offers a non-degree certificate program in Fashion Design. This program will introduce students to entry level and advanced principles of fashion design. Participants will learn both the creative and technical sides of the fashion industry, as well as gain hands-on experience.
Certificate in Graphic Design
San Diego University for Integrative Studies offers a non-degree certificate program in Graphic Design. This course curriculum emphasizes packaging, typography, identity branding and print and computer technology. Students learn concept development, strategic planning, fundamental techniques and verbal presentation skills in a career-focused classroom setting.
Certificate In Hospitality Management
Travel and tourism is a vitally important part of the world economy today. It is the largest and fastest-growing sector, with more than 800 million people traveling every year, and a strong growth rate predicted. Travel and tourism is the world’s number one employer and represents more than 10% of global spending. As it grows, the industry is becoming both more diverse and more specialized, calling on many different kinds of talents.
Certificate in Information Technology
Businesses, government, schools, and other organizations are continually seeking new applications for computers and networks in the workplace. As the role of technology increases, the need for professionals with a strong background in information technology is also increasing.
Certificate in Integrative Nursing Care
The San Diego University for Integrative Studies offers a non-degree certificate Program in Integrative Nursing, which is designed for those planning on contributing to the development of healthcare in general practice settings. Students will learn skills in the professional practice, clinical care, management of healthcare systems and collaborative practice. This non-degree course of professional instruction provides participants with a foundation and skills development in seven distinct, yet interrelated courses, logically sequenced to provide a practical orientation to engage in a range of collaborative relationships with individuals and groups, the general practice team, and primary health and service providers to create positive outcomes for patients.
Certificate in International Business Administration
This program is designed for international business managers, multi-cultural organizational leaders, international students, educators, entrepreneurs, and mature adult learners seeking to broaden their knowledge of contemporary international business administrative approaches in the global marketplace.
Certificate in Marketing
San Diego University for Integrative Studies non-degree certificate program in Marketing prepares students to enter the exciting fields of marketing. For current workers in the field, a Marketing Certificate offers a chance to learn all of the latest industry techniques.
Marketing is a competitive field and the techniques used to capture consumer attention are always changing. A Certificate in Marketing will give participants the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain a marketing job or improve their current position. The Marketing Certificate is an excellent way to round out one’s business acumen.
Certificate in Sport Psychology
The San Diego University for Integrative Studies offers a non-degree certification program in Sport Psychology for students, and other professionals interested in working with athletes and athletic organizations. This program is designed to provide students with the theoretical and practical training needed to help athletes be more effective in sports and their personal lives. The program is intended to prepare professionals to consult with individual athletes, teams, and athletic organizations, and to effectively develop and teach programs tailored for this unique population.
Certificate in Web Design
The San Diego University for Integrative Studies offers a non-degree certificate program in Web Design. This course curriculum is an introduction to the design, creation, and maintenance of web pages and websites. With it, a student will learn how to critically evaluate website quality, learn how to create and maintain quality web pages, learn about web design standards and why they’re important, and learn to create and manipulate images.
Certificate in Psychobiomechanics Postural Therapy
The Certificate Program in Psychobiomechanics and Posture Therapy offers basic and specialty instruction, including the basics of biomechanical evaluation and posture analysis, therapist and patient communication skills, along with other therapeutic skills to help a patient improve their overall health.
Certificate in Tibetan Buddhist Psychology
The Tibetan Buddhist Psychology Certificate Program is a unique blend of traditional Tibetan Buddhist Theory and Practice with Contemporary Western Psychological perspectives. This program is offered to provide health care providers and interested persons a basic understanding of Tibetan Buddhist Concepts and how they can contribute to the service of others.
