Undergraduate Certificates and Microcredentials

Boost Your Career with a SUNY Empire Undergraduate Certificate

Looking to stand out in your current job or explore a new career path? 

Empire State University’s undergraduate certificates are short, focused programs that help you build in-demand skills without the time commitment of a full degree. These flexible, online programs are perfect for working adults who want to gain real-world knowledge and move forward professionally. 

Even better? You can apply many of these certificates toward a SUNY Empire associate or bachelor’s degree later on. So whether you're just getting started or looking to level up, our undergraduate certificates are a smart, affordable next step. 

What Are Certificates? 

SUNY Empire’s certificate programs are made up of for-credit courses that focus on a specific, in-demand area. They’re a great way to build expertise and can also count toward a degree if you decide to keep going.

What Are Microcredentials? 

Microcredentials are short, focused programs that help you quickly learn skills employers are looking for. You can use them on their own or apply them toward a certificate or degree later on. 

Whether you're looking to sharpen your expertise, break into a new field, or take a step toward a graduate degree, these short, focused programs make it possible to move forward on your terms. 

All programs are fully online, flexible for working adults, and taught by expert faculty. Most take less than a year to complete, and many can be applied toward a future degree. 

Why Choose a SUNY Empire Undergraduate Certificate? 

  • Job-Ready Skills: Learn practical, career-focused skills in high-demand areas. 
  • Flexible and Fully Online: Study on your schedule, from anywhere. 
  • Earn Credit That Counts: Apply your certificate toward a degree at SUNY Empire. 
  • Quick to Complete: Most certificates take just a few courses to finish. 
  • Built for Working Adults: Designed with your busy life in mind. 
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UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATES 

If you’re already working toward a degree at SUNY Empire, you might be able to earn a certificate at the same time. Some certificates can also be applied toward a degree if you meet the admissions requirements.

GRADUATE ADVANCED CERTIFICATES (POST-BACHELOR’S)

You can earn an advanced certificate on its own or as part of a related master’s degree if you meet the program requirements. All of our advanced certificates are offered fully online, so you can learn from anywhere. 

GRADUATE CERTIFICATES OF ADVANCED STUDY (POST-MASTER'S) 

If you already have a master’s degree and want to keep learning or specialize even more, a Certificate of Advanced Study is a great next step.