Program outcomes: Students successfully completing these programs will have a reasonable opportunity for employment in fields related to their certificate.

Certificates are designed for individuals who are currently employed or who are considering employment in a chosen area. These programs contain limited general education course work and permit students to concentrate on career-oriented material. Upon successful completion of the selected program, a certificate in a specific area is awarded by Cleveland State Community College.

Courses required in most certificate programs are applicable toward appropriate associate of applied science degrees awarded by Cleveland State Community College. Certificate programs do not require placement testing.

Workforce Preparedness Technical Certificates

Workforce Preparedness Technical certificates are offered in two areas: Business and Technology. Each area has its common core of course requirements. The following curriculum outlines serve as guides. All courses taken for credit may be applied toward the associate of applied science degree.

Additional degree programs are offered through Cleveland State by the TBR Regents Online Degree Program (RODP). For further information, visit www.rodp.org/campus/clscc.htm and also refer to Admissions and Records , Expenses and Financial Aid  and Special Programs and Services  of this catalog.