FAQs
Can someone enrolled in an undergraduate degree program be admitted into the certificate program?
No. You must have a four-year undergraduate degree before you enter the program.
When are courses offered?
SOWK 6171 Early Childhood Mental Health is offered in Summer Session I. It is 100% online. Summer Session usually begins the third week of May and runs until the last week of June.
Is the certificate program available online?
No. One course, SOWK 6171 Early Childhood Mental Health, is 100% online. The other courses required for the certificate meet on the main campus.
What if I want to take just one course that is part of the certificate program?
You are always welcome to take single graduate courses at the university without being in a certificate or degree program.
What does it cost to take the course?
Graduate tuition and fees for 2015-16 can be found at the link below. We do not know the fee schedule for 2016-17.
Is there a cost to apply?
Yes. The Graduate School assesses a one-time fee of $75.00.
Why do I need letters of recommendation?
Working with young children and families requires the use of evidence-based practice. Evidence-based practice means using the best available evidence, knowledge of best practices, use of mentoring, and respect for each family’s values and priorities. We want to ensure that certificate students meet minimum standards in this regard before they enter the program.
Who can provide a recommendation for me?
The recommendation should come from a human service professional with at least a four-year undergraduate degree. Examples include former graduate or undergraduate internship supervisors, past or present work supervisors, or other professionals who have supervised you and can vouch for your ability to work with young children and their families.
Do I have to mail anything?
No. The application is entirely online.