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Certificate in Strengths Approaches to Higher Education Leadership and Student Success

Description:

This general-purpose certification in strengths-oriented higher education is geared to non-degree seeking individuals who desire a deeper understanding of the effect that a strengths philosophy has on developing leaders and promoting student success. The certificate includes two different weekend sessions.

Session One: Strengths-Oriented Leadership (3 CEU credits)

This session covers:

  • Building highly effective teams
  • Strengths-oriented supervision
  • Developing psychological capital
  • Shaping a strengths culture
  • Managing change from a strengths perspective

Session Two: College Impact on Student Success (3 CEU credits)

This session covers:

  • Utilizing your personal strengths to become an exemplary educator
  • Designing effective strengths-oriented learning environments
  • Research on contributors to student success
  • Teaching diverse learners and learning styles
  • Case studies of policies, practices, and programs that impact student success

Format:

Two days: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Dates and Locations:

Los Angeles:
Strengths-Oriented Leadership - January 6-7, 2010 - Register
College Impact on Student Success - January 8-9, 2010 - Register
Dallas/Ft. Worth:
Strengths-Oriented Leadership - May 26-27, 2010 - Register
College Impact on Student Success - May 28-29, 2010 - Register

Individuals may choose locations and sequence of classes to accommodate their schedules.

Cost: $500 per session

CEU Credits Awarded: 3 credits for each session (CEU credits can not be transferred for university credit)

For more information:
Contact Shawna Lafreniere, Ph.D., at (626) 387-5745 or slafreniere@apu.edu.