Certificate in Conflict Resolution (CR)
Purpose
This certificate was developed to prepare a variety of professionals to become more competent in conflict resolution skills. Conflict is inevitable in society, government, and business and employers are increasingly seeking individuals with skills in negotiation and conflict resolution. The Conflict Resolution (CR) certificate will educate individuals to respond to conflict and provide collaborative problem-solving services which can produce sustainable, expansive, and just outcomes. This certificate is open to all students, regardless of major. Students already enrolled in a degree-granting program should seek guidance from their Academic Advisor or Certificate Coordinator to see how these credits correlate with their chosen major. Students must complete the Undergraduate Certificate Program form so that the certificate will appear on their transcript.
Note: Students are held to all prerequisite requirements; some students may require more than 5 courses to complete this certificate.
Curriculum
Certificate Prerequisites:
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| OR | | |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
Course Requirements: (9 credits)
Electives (6 credits)
Two electives are also required to earn the Conflict Resolution Certificate. Approved courses are listed below. Students may be able to substitute courses from their degree program, depending on their major. Please check with the Certificate Coordinator.
Select two courses from the following:
Psychology
Behavioral Science
| SOC 302 | Marriage and the Family | 3 |
| SOC 304 | Ethnic Groups and Minorities | 3 |
| SOC 469 | Step-Parenting & Blended Families | 3 |
| SOC 490 | Internship in Behavioral Science (Behavioral Science majors) | 3 |
Criminal Justice
Human Resource Management
| BBM 490 | Internship in Business Management | 3 |
| HRM 300 | Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining | 3 |
Total credits for the CR certificate: 15