The Sustainable practices certificateThe Sustainable Practices Certificate offers participants the opportunity to create meaningful, enduring change in their workplace, community and personal lives. In addition to learning about important concepts of sustainability, participants gain practical and applicable skills while working closely with businesses, government and non-profits in the Bay Area. Through this educational certificate program, graduates have transitioned to rewarding careers in sustainability, have taken their businesses to new levels and have discovered innovative ways to contribute to their communities. Priority Registration Deadline is May 15th for Fall, 2013 enrollment. See Course Schedule for details.
Information SessionPlease join our staff and faculty to learn more about the Certificate Program at a family friendly information session. While children learn about the environment with children's stories read by author Land Wilson and a Puppet show, interested parents will be given information about the Certificate program. A traditional Information Session will be held in July: 30 Castro Avenue, San Rafael, 94901 Please use the form to the right to RSVP and specify in the comments section that you would like to attend the upcoming Info Session
Who should take this program?
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Dominican Courses
"Participating in the Sustainable Practices Certificate Program has been like the Big Bang in terms of exponentially expanding my personal understanding of the breadth and interrelationships surrounding sustainability issues. The program has given me perspectives and tools to be a change agent in my organization, my community and my home."
—Bob Brown, Community Development Director, City of San Rafael
Participants take two courses specifically developed by experienced professionals in sustainability. These courses include: Foundations in Sustainability and Sustainable Practices for Business & Community.
These two 8 week courses run consecutively and are completed in one semester. Both classes take place on Dominican University campus.
The classes meet on Saturdays. (see "Course Schedule and Registration" for the specific schedule). The Dominican courses fulfill six units of the 15-units required for the certificate.
Electives
Electives provide the opportunity for the student to focus on their interests and develop a specialization. These electives are offered by local organizations and institutions that regularly conduct workshops, seminars, training and professional development courses in a broad range of topics. Dominican now offer unique electives in entrepreneurship for both businesses and non-profits.
We work with students to identify areas to develop their skills and knowledge, so that the student has a plan and is able to meet their professional or personal goals. Examples of areas in which students can specialize include: Green Building/LEED, Energy Efficiency, Wast Management, Education and Capacity Building and Advocacy.
Students complete six units of electives towards the 15 units total units required for the Certificate.
Capstone Project or Service-Learning Practicum Internship
Finally, a capstone project, ensures that students use their acquired knowledge and skills through practical application. Projects or internships allows students to implement what they have learned and get hands-on experience. The three units earned in the project/internship complete the certificate unit requirements.
Learn more about the Electives, Internship, and the Capstone Project.
Key Features
"This course challenged me to critically examine the products I consume and how my decisions influence future generations."
—Yvonne Roberts, Whistlestop Wheels, San Rafael
- Affordable and Relatively Quick
The cost and time commitment to complete this Certificate program is significantly less than would be required to obtain an Associate, Bachelors or Masters degree in Environmental Science/Studies or related field. - Practical Learning Opportunity
As a part of the coursework, students will have the opportunity to complete a capstone project that will allow them to apply their new skills and knowledge to real-world projects, enabling them to make a meaningful contribution to community, the environment as well as to their companies or professions. - Diverse Applications
There are many ways in which this program can provide benefit for participants: employment, current sustainability practices to implement at the workplace, practical skills needed if consulting sustainability,
self-enrichment, networking, leadership, mentoring, and more.
Questions?
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Contact Moira Pucci
415-458-3712 or moira.pucci@dominican.edu
