Potential Careers
- City Manager
- Compliance Officer
- Fundraising Manager
- Nonprofit Administrator
- Policy Analyst
Local Government & Community Change Certificate
Drive positive change as a government or nonprofit professional.
At a Glance
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Offered as
Certificate
100% Online
Credits
12
Avg. Time to Completion
1 year
College/School
Campus Location
- Chester, PA (Main Campus)
Explore Our Local Government & Community Change Certificate
If you’re passionate about making a positive impact, Widener’s local government & community change certificate will prepare you for a successful career in the nonprofit sector, at a civic organization, or in city, county, or municipal government.
With a focus on critical topics including public policy, advocacy leadership, economic development, local government administration, and more, you’ll develop the expertise you need to effectively serve your community.
Program Information
View the academic catalog for information regarding the certificate program requirements.
Complete the certificate in local government & community change and then easily transition to the master's degree in public administration. All completed courses will be automatically applied toward earning your master’s degree.
Certificate courses are offered at a significantly reduced rate, enabling you to cut the cost of your education.
Outlook & Outcomes
Why Pursue a Certificate at Widener?
Learn from Powerhouse Faculty
At Widener, classes are taught by leading experts with rich experience in local government and community-based change. When all is said and done, you’ll complete the program with a network of faculty mentors by your side.
Jumpstart Your Master's Degree
Earning a master’s degree will broaden your job prospects, enabling you to elevate your career and your impact. To help you start strong, all completed courses in the local government & community change certificate seamlessly roll into Widener’s master’s in public administration program.
Admissions
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- Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
- 3.0 GPA
- If not attained, evaluation of an applicant's ability to complete graduate work will be based on academic performance and a necessary 3.0 GPA within first six credit hours.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Graduate Admissions
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Hyatt Hall
14th St
Chester, PA 19013 - 610-499-4282
- gcs@widener.edu
James E. Vike
Associate Dean of Social Science
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Kapelski Learning Center
Room 229 - (610) 499-1120
- jevike@widener.edu