Community College Leadership
100% Online Community College Leadership Certificate Program
Program Frequently Asked Questions
Overview
This program at East Tennessee State University further educates community college faculty and staff who seek positions of leadership or increased responsibility for those already in positions of leadership.
The Community College Leadership Graduate Certificate Program is a 15-credit program of study designed to provide the learner with specific leadership and management tools for the community college environment.
Program
The Community College Leadership Graduate Certificate program curriculum and graduation requirements can be found in the Community College Leadership Graduate Certificate Program listing in the ETSU Graduate Catalog.
Cost
Credits to complete this program: 15 credit hours
TN Residents | eRate (Out of State, 100% online) | Out of State |
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$601 per credit hour | $751 per credit hour | $1442 per credit hour |
*Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students. |
Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.
Steps to Apply
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Step 1 - Create your ETSU Application Account
Step 1 Create your ETSU Application Account by choosing the "Sign Up" option
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Step 2 - Sign into the ETSU Application Portal
Step 2 Sign into the ETSU Application Portal and select "Start a New Application"
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Step 3 - Complete the Remaining Fields
Step 3 Choose "Graduate," select your student type (domestic or international), select "Certificate," term, then choose Community College Leadership and complete the remainder of the form.
Program Frequently Asked Questions
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Why should a student pursue this certificate at ETSU? What makes it unique?
Community colleges have increasing demands for advanced degrees to take up higher levels of leadership and responsibilities for strategic positions such as: deans of faculties, departmental chairs, faculty leaders, directors, presidents, provosts, and vice presidents positions. This certificate will signal to employers that candidates for employment or promotion have a willingness to engage in professional development that will provide the skills and training for leadership roles. -
What is the one thing that excites you about this certificate?
This certificate program will also provide a natural base for community colleges to develop their succession planning by identifying holders of this certificate as leaders or potential leaders that have dedicated themselves to improving their leadership skills. -
What accreditations apply to this certificate program?
East Tennessee State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master’s, education specialist, and doctoral degrees. -
What are the job prospects with this certificate?
The certificate opens prospects for higher levels of leadership such as deans of faculties, departmental chairs, faculty leaders, directors, presidents, provosts, and vice presidents positions. -
Is a master’s degree required for admission?
A master's degree is required, but it can be in any field. -
What are the prerequisites?
Applicants must have a master's degree (in any field) and meet the ETSU Graduate School admission requirements. -
Does this certificate require the GRE (and/or GMAT)?
The GRE is not required for this program. -
Are the courses for this certificate asynchronous or synchronous?
Courses are offered online and most are asynchronous. Some synchronous meetings may be required, but this (along with the meeting times) may depend on the semester. -
Does this certificate require a dissertation, field work, internship, and/or thesis?
No dissertation, fieldwork, or internship is required. However, students complete a capstone research course in field research in education. -
Is this certificate designed to meet the needs of adults who work full-time and/or have family obligations?
This program is designed to meet the needs of adults who work full-time. Students take only two courses during the fall and spring semesters and one course during the summer! -
What is the time to completion?
The time to completion is one (1) year. Students complete the program of study with a cohort. -
How many spaces are available for each cohort?
Spring: 18
Summer: 18
Fall: 18 -
Does your college/department offer scholarships?
Please visit the Clemmer College Scholarship Information page for more details.
Students are also encouraged to visit the Paying for Graduate School website for information regarding ETSU graduate scholarships and other financial resources.