Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Certificate

This program is available at the Online location.

As global interconnectedness continues to increase, leaders in government and business are seeking workers with skills in diversity, equity, and inclusion. This certificate recognizes the need for employees to demonstrate they have the skills to make a positive contribution to the workplace in this area. Coursework included in this certificate program can be applied toward the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degree programs.

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Outcomes and Curriculum

Upon completion of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certifcate, a student will be able to do the following:

Identify differences among various group identitities
Critically reflect about how personal identity and background shapes worldview
Illustrate the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives for organizations and employees
Communicate effectively and participate in conversations with others about how race, class, ethnicity, gender, and other identity constructs impact work environments
Demonstrate the competencies of emotional and cultural intelligence

Course	Title	Credits
SOC 2280	American Diversity and Inclusion	3
--	*DEI General Elective	3
--	^DEI General Elective	6
	Total credit hours	12

*Choose one course from the following options: SOC-1110, SOC-2220, SOC-2240, SOC-2250, PSY-1111, ASL-1111, SPN-1100, SPN-1111, HUM-1110

^Choose two courses from the following options: ASL-1112, SPN-1112, COM-1150, GEO-1100, GEO-2200, HST-1410, HST-1420, PHL-2400, PLS-1300, PLS-2300, RST-2700, PSY-2223, PSY-2230, SOC-1110, SOC-2230, SOC 2260, SOC-2270

Questions? We're here to help!

Monnica Gavin Associate Professor, Sociology

937-431-7156 gavinm@clarkstate.edu