Individual Studies (Certificate)

The object of this program is to offer a 30-credit certificate program that provides the student the opportunity to complete concentrated study in a particular area of their choice. First-time, full-time students are also required to take INT 1520: Student Success Seminar. Students interested in earning the certificate in individual studies should consult with their faculty advisors to insure proper selection of courses.

This certificate is not approved for Title IV financial aid. Students enrolled in this certificate are not eligible to receive federal financial aid (PELL, SEOG, or direct loans).

This program may be completed online.

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Minimum program credit hours: 30

Program Codes

Degree Option: Certificates
Hegis Code: 5699
Curriculum Code: 0987

General Requirements	9 credit hours

Humanities Electives	3
ENG 1510: English Composition I or higher	3
Social Science Electives	3
Mathematics/Science Electives	3
Liberal Arts and Science Electives	none

Core Requirements	21 credit hours

Core Courses	21
A specialization of 21 additional hours beyond the general requirements, which may be any combination of electives

Electives	none

Important Points

This certificate is not approved for Title IV financial aid. Students enrolled in this certificate are not eligible to receive federal financial aid (PELL, SEOG, or Direct loans).

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

Demonstrate basic competency in college-level quantitative reasoning skills, including arithmetic, algebra, and data analysis (SGE).
Demonstrate competency in college level reading and writing skills (SGE).
Recognize the value of learning as an ongoing process and understand their role in directing that process through individualizing a program of study.

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Our courses and programs are designed to give you a strong foundation in your area of study. But we know that for many of you, your time at JCC is just the first step in your educational journey. And when it's time for you to take your next step, that strong foundation, coupled with the wide variety of transfer agreements we maintain with several top colleges and universities, will help make your transfer process as smooth as possible. Learn More

It is important when planning your transfer to talk with your advisor about the specifics of each four-year college or university.