Certificate Programs at Harold Washington College

The Harold Washington College (HWC) Advanced Certificates (AC) and Basic Certificates (BC) offer two academic career programs options to students who choose not to complete career programs available within the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. To obtain the Advanced Certificate (AC), the student must complete 30-50 credit hours, and to obtain the Basic Certificate (BC) the student must complete fewer than 30 credit hours. Many students earn certificates in increments, adding courses to reach the next level.

Advanced and Basic Certificates allow students to select from an array of business, education, technical, human service, and public service courses. Certificate programs are designed to prepare students for employment upon completion of their studies. Courses are available for full-time and part-time students, enabling those with jobs to attend school and work simultaneously. Many working students pursue courses so that they may advance in their jobs or prepare for new careers. Students also benefit from the opportunity to upgrade their existing job skills.