Program Evaluation Certificate

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Program Description

The Program Evaluation (EVAL) Certificate Program will provide graduate students the skills and a working knowledge of theories, models and current demands regarding program evaluation in government, profit and non-profit organizations. Those who complete the prescribed coursework in this certificate program will have achieved advanced competencies in understanding, designing and implementing program evaluation plans. 

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the certificate, all EVAL students will:

1. Have knowledge of history and theories related to program evaluation.
2. Have knowledge of program evaluation standards.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of relationship between logic models and program evaluation.
4. Apply theoretical based analysis and thinking in developing and implementing program evaluation.
5. Describe and use behavioral strategies to become a contributing member to the program evaluation profession.
6. Knowledge of Quantitative/Qualitative/Action Research Design and Analysis.
7. The ability to develop a program evaluation budget.
8. The ability to write grants to secure external funding.
9. Knowledge of effective communication and collaboration strategies for program evaluation.

For More Information

• Program Evaluation Certificate
• School of Education and Leadership
• College of Health, Education, and Human Services

Required Courses

(6 Credit Hours)

• LDR 8010 - Program Evaluation Theories and Models I Credit Hour(s): 3
• LDR 8011 - Program Evaluation: Implementation Strategies Credit Hour(s): 3

Elective Courses

Choose Two (6 Credit Hours) or provide evidence of completing qualitative and quantitative research methods courses in the last 5 years.

• DOS 9070 - Selected Multivariate Statistics Credit Hour(s): 3
• DOS 9080 - Structural Equation Modeling Credit Hour(s): 3
• DOS 9090 - Advanced Qualitative Methods Seminar Credit Hour(s): 3
• ED 8810 - Theor Persp Action Rsrch Credit Hour(s): 3
• EDL 7510 - Statistics and Research Credit Hour(s): 3
• LDR 7590 - Qualitative Research Methods Credit Hour(s): 3
• LDR 8020 - Strategic Planning in Organizations Credit Hour(s): 3

Total: 12 Credit Hours