Graduate Certificates in Higher Education
Academic Advising
Academic advising is more than helping students pick classes — it’s about empowering them to navigate their education, overcome challenges and reach their full potential. UCF’s Academic Advising Graduate Certificate gives you the tools to do just that. Designed for both new and experienced professionals, this in-person program deepens your understanding of the theories, practices and real-world issues that shape student success. In just five courses and one internship, you’ll explore learning theory, student development, retention strategies, career development and leadership in higher education — all while gaining hands-on experience in the field.
College Teaching and Leadership
Community colleges play a vital role in expanding access to education, and they need skilled, compassionate leaders at every level — inside and outside the classroom. UCF’s fully online Graduate Certificate in College Teaching and Leadership is designed to prepare you for just that. In just five graduate-level courses, you’ll explore the foundations of community college education while developing the knowledge and leadership skills to thrive as a faculty member, program coordinator or administrator. You’ll examine everything from teaching and learning to organizational leadership, gaining the tools to support all learners and drive meaningful change.
This certificate is ideal for anyone with a bachelor’s degree who is passionate about making an impact in two-year institutions — and beyond. And if you’re looking to continue your studies, you can apply the experience toward UCF’s Master of Arts in Educational Leadership.
Housing and Residence Life
Employees in housing and residence life prove students with more than a place to live. They provide the safety and community to empower students to grow and thrive. Designed both for people already working in student affairs and for those wanting to explore the field for the first time, UCF’s in-person Graduate Certificate in Housing and Residence Life Leadership gives you the knowledge and know-how to create impactful residential programs that foster learning and connection. In just five courses and one internship, you’ll gain practical knowledge in areas inlcuding student development theory, first-year experiences, and the legal and ethical foundations of student services.
Graduate Certificates in Workforce Development
Leadership in Workforce Development
If you’re passionate about helping people thrive in today’s fast-changing economy, UCF’s Graduate Certificate in Leadership in Workforce Development can help you lead the way. Designed for working professionals, this fully online program prepares you to step into leadership roles in high schools, college, universities, government agencies, career centers, continuing education programs and corporate training departments. In only a year, you’ll gain the tools to assess workforce trends, design forward-thinking training programs and lead strategic initiatives that best align learning objectives to industry needs.
Local Director of Career and Technical Education
Are you a career and technical education (CTE) teacher or corporate trainer ready to take the next step in your career? UCF’s fully online Local Director of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Graduate Certificate will provide you with the leadership skills needed to oversee, grow and advocate for CTE programs in high schools, colleges and universities. In just five courses — all designed to be completed within a year — you’ll gain practical strategies for managing programs, designing impactful learning experiences, and championing the value of career and workforce education in your community. Along the way, you’ll also fulfill some coursework requirements toward certification by the Florida Department of Education.