Certificate Programs


 

Leadership and Supervisor Certification
Certificate in Business Administration Fundamentals
Gerontology Certificate Program
GIS Certificate Program
Payroll Certificate Program
Certificate in Beginner Bookkeeping

UNA OFFERS ONLINE LEADERSHIP & SUPERVISOR CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Earn your twenty-four hour “UNA Online Leadership & Supervisor Certificate. This new online certificate program is being offered by UNA’s Continuing Studies and Outreach and enables more organizations that ever before to equip leaders at all levels with the skills that really empower leadership success and great team performance.  

The twelve modules in the new online series include The Essentials (Essential Skills of Leadership and Essential Skills of Communicating) and ten Interpersonal modules (including modules on Delegating, Supporting Change, Communicating Up, Resolving Conflicts, Improving Work Habits, Managing Complaints, Coaching Job Skills, Effective Discipline, Developing Performance Goals and Standards, and Providing Performance Feedback).

For additional information, please call Wanda Dixon at 256-765-4786.



Essential Skills of Leadership


    • Course: #10-OL001
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Essential Skills of Communicating


    • Course: #10-OL002
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Improving Work Habits


    • Course: #10-OL003
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Managing Complaints


    • Course: #10-OL004
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Coaching Job Skills


    • Course: #10-OL005
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Delegating


    • Course: #10-OL006
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Effective Discipline


    • Course: #10-OL007
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Developing Performance Goals and Standards


    • Course: #10-OL008
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Providing Performance Feedback


    • Course: #10-OL009
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Communicating Up


    • Course: #10-OL010
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Resolving Conflict


    • Course: #10-OL011
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Supporting Change


    • Course: #10-OL012
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $59 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Certificate in Business Administration Fundamentals

The University of North Alabama's College of Business, in conjunction with the Office of Continuing Studies and Outreach is proud to offer a "Certificate in Business Administration Fundamentals". 

This four course program is self-paced and completed at your home or workplace.  You can register for these courses anytime.  The competency based courses are designed to be tightly focused on skills and knowledge needed to compete successfully in today's volatile business environment. 

The six available courses cover management accounting fundamentals; economic fundamentals; financial management fundamentals; basic quantitative skills including statistical applications, principles of management; and principles of marketing.  Students can choose the four they feel are the most useful for their professional development.

The cost of each competency-based course is only $300, which includes the workbook and CD.  The framed Certificate is issued for $100, and is earned upon completion of the fourth course.   Total cost of the "Certificate in Business Administration Fundamentals" program is $1300.

For additional information, please call Meghan Fike at 256-765-4289.



Fundamentals of Economics


    • Course: #10-CBAF01
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $300 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Financial Accounting: A Management Perspective


    • Course: #10-CBAF02
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $300 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Business Math & Statistics


    • Course: #10-CBAF03
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $300 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Understanding Corporate Finance


    • Course: #10-CBAF04
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $300 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Principles of Marketing


    • Course: #10-CBAF05
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $300 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Principles of Management: The Critical Essentials


    • Course: #10-CBAF06
    • Date: January 1 - December 31, 2010
    • Cost: $300 Registration Fee
    • Location: Online Instruction



Gerontology Certificate program



In America, and specifically in North Alabama, our population is aging and more and more elderly are choosing to locate here. This means more job opportunities for those specializing in geriatric care.

As our area continues to grow and attract new residents, health care professionals must position themselves as an asset-a vital component of community resources for retirees. That means we must become gerontology experts in Northwest Alabama!

As a participant in this credit bearing program, you will:
• Work through a varied curriculum related to the diverse aspects of the field of gerontology
• Conduct research and gain hands-on experience
• Receive a certificate that recognizes your expertise in this expanding field

This Certificate is for:
• Health care professionals who desire additional education and training in the field of gerontology
• Professionals who are already in the field whether in a home health, hospice, assisted living or nursing home setting who seek additional credentials
• Individuals considering a career in gerontology
• Regular university students who desire a special focus in gerontology

Course Requirements:
• Students must make application to UNA.
• Some prerequisites are required; however, these will be determined on an individual basis depending on education and/or work related experience.
• Complete six required courses and 2 electives for a total of 24 hours. All courses are either on-line or on video. No class attendance required!

For additional information, please call Meghan Fike at 256-765-4289.



GIS Certificate Program and Courses
 

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For additional information, please call Meghan Fike at 256-765-4289.


Payroll Certificate Program and Course Information






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UNA’s Certificate in Payroll consists of three courses: Mastering Payroll I, Mastering Payroll II, and Mastering Internal Controls & Fraud Prevention. A mounted plaque is awarded to the participant upon completion of the 40 hour program(A quiz is required for each course with a passing grade of 70%; quiz may be retaken if necessary). Discounts are available when registering for the complete certificate program. You do not have to participate in the certificate program to attend the classes.

For additional information, please call Meghan Fike at 256-765-4289.


Mastering Payroll II


    • Course: # 10-A0329
    • Date: March 29, 2010 - April 5, 2010
    • Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Cost: $299
    • Location: UNA East Campus, Room 101
    • Instructor: Dr. Mark Lawrence



Mastering Internal Controls & Fraud Prevention


    • Course: # 10-A0524
    • Date: May 24, 2010
    • Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Cost: $199/$180
    • Location: Hampton Inn, Birmingham - Colonnade
    • Instructor: Dr. Mark Lawrence



Mastering Payroll I


    • Course: # 10-A0525
    • Date: May 25, 2010 - May 26, 2010
    • Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Cost: $299/$285
    • Location: Hampton Inn, Birmingham - Colonnade
    • Instructor: Dr. Mark Lawrence



Mastering Payroll II


    • Course: # 10-A0602
    • Date: June 2, 2010 - June 3, 2010
    • Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Cost: $299/$285
    • Location: Hampton Inn, Birmingham - Colonnade
    • Instructor: Dr. Mark Lawrence



Mastering Internal Controls & Fraud Prevention


    • Course: # 10-A0609
    • Date: June 9, 2010
    • Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Cost: $199/$180
    • Location: Holiday Inn Express, Gulf Shores
    • Instructor: Dr. Mark Lawrence



Mastering Payroll I


    • Course: # 10-A0610
    • Date: June 10, 2010 - June 11, 2010
    • Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Cost: $299/$285
    • Location: Holiday Inn Express, Gulf Shores
    • Instructor: Dr. Mark Lawrence



Mastering Payroll II


    • Course: # 10-A0628
    • Date: June 28, 2010 - June 29, 2010
    • Time: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Cost: $299/$285
    • Location: Holiday Inn Express, Gulf Shores
    • Instructor: Dr. Mark Lawrence







































































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