Professional Ethics
Position yourself as a thoughtful and responsible leader in whichever career path you pursue by earning a credential that certifies your training in ethics.
Why Study Professional Ethics?
With a certificate in professional ethics, you will learn to think creatively and collaborate effectively to solve the problems of our ever-changing world. The professional ethics certificate was developed for students who are interested in sustained attention to ethics because of their commitment to personal values, their desire to promote the civic life of their communities or to be prepared to assume leadership positions in the professional workplace. It is designed for a broad range of professions, including business, politics, law, nursing, social work, counseling and teaching.
Degrees & Offerings
Professional Ethics
CertificateThrough the professional ethics certificate, you will take courses surrounding a range of topics including ethics, law and society, which will provide insight into becoming a responsible professional.
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Of potential employees surveyed reported that it was important that employees “demonstrate ethical judgment and integrity."
Source: Hart Research Associates
Employers surveyed rate ethical judgment and decision-making a desirable or highly desirable attribute in employees.
Certification in professional ethics appears on graduates' transcripts.
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