About the Program
Grounded in contemporary research and student affairs practice, this certificate examines the multidimensional nature of wellness, the landscape of student needs, and the institutional structures that shape student success. Courses will address eight dimensions of wellness, as well as services and interventions employed to support student wellness.
Curriculum Requirements
12 Credit Hours
| Course Code | Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SDS 6484 | Introduction to Student Needs and Well-Being | 3 |
| SDS 6485 | College Student Basic Needs: Dimensions of Financial, Occupational, and Environmental Wellness | 3 |
| SDS 6486 | College Student Needs: Dimensions of Emotional and Mental Wellness | 3 |
| SDS 6405 | Non-Clinical Case Management Services and Interventions | 3 |
Admissions and Application Process
Students must apply and be admitted into the Graduate Certificate to be eligible to receive a Graduate Certificate. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Graduate Certificate Director prior to applying.
Program Cost
Plan your investment — tuition rates depend on your residency status and program enrollment type.
Your cost depends upon residency status and whether you are taking the program online or on-campus. For current tuition rates visit the University Controller's Office.
- Multiply cost per credit hour × 3 credits per course
- Multiply cost per course × 4 courses (12 total credits)
- $37 flat fee per semester
- $30 distance learning fee per online course
Florida residency requires a permanent FL address and legal ties (driver's license, voter ID). See the Office of the Registrar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to complete the certificate?
The certificate must be completed within five (5) years.
Program Faculty
Tammy Briant Spratling
Assistant Professor of Instruction
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