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Workforce Development
Advance your expertise in workforce development with our online graduate certificate in workforce development.
This flexible, 12-credit program gives you the tools to understand labor trends, create impactful training programs, and interpret policies that shape employment and education. You’ll explore community and economic development, labor policy, and the role of politics in workforce systems — preparing you to lead initiatives in government, nonprofits, or industry.
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Graduate Certificate in Workforce Development
Next term starts
Fall 2025
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Students may begin this 12-credit certificate in the fall, spring or summer terms. The required courses and suggested sequence are as follows:
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The deadline for the Fall 2025 term is August 1. How to Apply
Gain the Tools to Shape Workforce Policy
What you'll learn
- Interpret labor and employment data
- Understand key workforce policy issues
- Analyze stakeholder roles in development
- Communicate the impact of training and education
Advance Your Career With a Certificate in Workforce Development
This workforce development certificate online prepares you to lead in public, private, or nonprofit settings. Career paths include:
- Workforce Development Specialist
- Policy Analyst or Researcher
- Government or Nonprofit Program Director
- Human Resources or Training Manager
- Community Development Leader
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Build Stronger Communities Through Workforce Development
We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to a Graduate Certificate in Workforce Development flexible, focused, and rewarding. Our dedicated advisors will help you stay on track, deepen your understanding of labor policy and training systems, and strengthen the skills you need to lead programs that support workers, employers, and communities.
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Apply for the Graduate Certificate Program in Workforce Development
Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term!
Next start term
Fall 2025
Deadline to apply
August 1
Start Your Degree
as soon as September 2, 2025.
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