Program at Kaplan University
A certificate, in addition to certifying that someone has passed a test or reached a specific standard of knowledge may also be the name of an actual award.
In many countries, certificate is a qualification attained in secondary education. For instance students in the Republic of Ireland sit the Junior Certificate and follow it with the Leaving Certificate. Similarly other countries have awards, for instance, in Australia the Higher School Certificate (HSC) in New South Wales, the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) in Victoria, etc., is the examination taken on completion of secondary education.In many countries, certificates are qualifications in higher education. For example, in Ireland, the National Certificate, which is soon to be replaced by the "Higher Certificate". In Australia, a certificate is a qualification offered by a university or other higher education provider which is shorter than a degree or diploma. These have the titles Certificate (at an undergraduate level), Graduate Certificate (at an undergraduate level, but requiring the completion of a prior undergraduate degree for admission) and Postgraduate Certificate (at a postgraduate level). In Hong Kong, form five students take the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination. Certificate is below the standard of the associate degree and higher diploma, which are below the bachelor degree. Postgraduate certificate are taken after the bachelor degree and are more vocational oriented than master's degree.Featured Programs [12, page 1 of 2]
Case Management Certificate Program
If you are interested in promoting quality, cost-effective health care and human services for patients and their families, consider becoming a case manager. Learn to perform assessments, conduct research, analyze data, and plan and manage services and care. By earning a Kaplan University certificate, you can select employment opportunities in diverse and rewarding practice areas, including acute...
Certificate in Financial Planning Program
If you are interested in establishing a financial planning career dedicated to helping your clients manage their finances to achieve their financial goals, consider this program. Learn to analyze all aspects of a client's finances, income, assets, tax management, and more. Identify the client's financial strengths, weaknesses, and goals. Develop a detailed plan to outline how your client's...
Executive Coaching Certificate Program
If you are interested in establishing a career dedicated to coaching leaders to develop high-performing cultures that strengthen business results, consider this program. Learn to artfully listen and answer questions to assess the client's strengths, needs, and coachability. Develop the skills needed for observing, recognizing, and intervening for maximum effectiveness. Coach leaders to understand...
Forensic Nursing Certificate Program
Interested in investigative sciences and victim advocacy? Consider the challenging field of forensic nursing. Forensic nurses may be called to a crime scene or accident to work with detectives, collect evidence, and take tissue and blood samples. Forensic nurses treat survivors of assaults or violent accidents, and victims of negligence, abuse, or violent crimes. The job is fast-paced and...
Geriatric Care Management Certificate Program
If you are interested in establishing a geriatric care management practice dedicated to assuring the delivery of quality care and an optimal lifestyle to the elderly, consider this program. Learn to assess, coordinate, and monitor the health and human services needs of your elderly clients and their families. Understand the impact of the aging process on the individual, the family, the community,...
Information Technology Pathway Certificate Program
The online Information Technology Pathway Certificate program is an important first step if you are looking to build a new career in IT. Our program provides you with foundational knowledge of key information technology areas, including computer hardware, the Internet, databases, computer programming, and networking.
Internet and Website Development Certificate Program
If you are interested in beginning a career in information technology or advancing your current position by increasing your knowledge of website development, the online Internet and Website Development Certificate program is for you.
Introduction to Computer Programming Language Certificate Program
The online Introduction to Computer Programming Language Certificate program will help you gain the skills and knowledge you need to begin a successful career in information technology.
Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate Program
Your nursing education and clinical experience combined with the legal knowledge and research ability gained through the Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate will provide an abundance of career opportunities. Legal nurse consultants work with attorneys and other legal and health care professionals, contributing invaluable expertise to a myriad of issues including malpractice lawsuits, medical...
Life Care Planning Certificate Program
As a qualified rehabilitation professional or registered nurse, you can anticipate a satisfying and lucrative career in facilitating the care and treatment of individuals with catastrophic injuries or chronic health problems.