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
$610 per credit hour $765 per credit hour $1451 per credit hour

*Note, tuition discounts are available for border county students.
*This amount may not include program-specific fees

Read more about cost, paying for courses, scholarship options and financial aid.

Steps to Apply

  • Step 1 - Create your ETSU Application Account

    Step 1   Create your ETSU Application Account by choosing the "Sign Up" option

    Create your ETSU Application Account

  • Step 2 - Sign into the ETSU Application Portal

    Step 2  Sign into the ETSU Application Portal and select "Start a New Application"

    Sign in

  • 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.

    select domestic/international

    select certificate

Program Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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 a public institution governed by its Board of Trustees.
    East Tennessee State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, education specialist, and doctoral degrees.Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of East Tennessee State University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).


  • 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.

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