Undergraduate Certificates

Stand Out. Dive Deeper. Shape Your Future

In today’s competitive academic and professional landscape, strong communication skills are more important than ever. Whether you're planning to attend graduate school, step into your first job, or specialize in a growing field, our undergraduate communication certifications are designed to give you an edge.

Focused and flexible, they provide opportunities to deepen your understanding of real-world communication practices while complementing your major. You'll gain practical skills that employers value — skills that can boost your résumé, build your confidence and set you apart in interviews and applications.

Each certificate program is structured to integrate into your course schedule, allowing you to explore new areas without extending your time to graduation. You’ll also benefit from the guidance of faculty and advisers who can help you tailor your path to match your goals.

Choose from seven dynamic options:

• Certificate in Leadership Communication: Hone your skills in persuasive speaking, team collaboration, and strategic messaging—key tools for future leaders in any industry.
• Certificate in Health Communication: Explore the vital intersection of communication and healthcare. Learn how to effectively convey complex health information to diverse audiences and make a difference in public well-being.
• Certificate in Communication and Diversity: Prepare to lead in today’s world by studying how identity, culture, and communication intersect in professional and civic life.
• Certificate in Public Speaking and Effective Communication: Build confidence and clarity in your communication by developing practical skills in public speaking, collaboration, and audience-centered messaging that translate directly to academic, professional, and everyday contexts.
• Certificate in Disability Awareness and Literacy: Develop a deeper understanding of disability, inclusion, and communication by exploring how social, cultural, and health contexts shape lived experiences and equitable access.
• Certificate in Media Writing: Strengthen your writing for professions including journalism, public relations and advertising while building a versatile portfolio of communication skills.
• Certificate in Media Literacy: Explore the ways media shape our understanding of the world, influence society and reflect culture, while deepening your critical thinking skills.

Connect with a departmental adviser today to find out how to get started.