Purpose: The career studies certificate program is a response to the non-conventional short-term program of studies needed by many adults within the college’s region. It offers a series of specialized program options which represent a wide variety of adult career and academic interest course areas. The options within this program are intended to represent the minimum amount of college course work considered representative of these fields of study. Each of the program options is designed as a distinct “mini-curriculum” within a broader range of adult educational possibilities.

Admission Requirements: Applicants should meet the general requirements for admission to the college. Placement tests may be required in some areas.

The Supervision and Leadership career studies certificate is designed to enhance individuals’ management/supervisory skills, written communications, understanding of the legal environment of U.S. business and understanding of the different philosophies in Quality  Control. This program is a partnership with Virginia Tech and New River Community College. However, the program can be modified for other non-profit organizations or for the private sector. For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at http://www.nr.edu/bus/pages/super_leader_cert.php.