Professional Development Certification Program

Click here to register for the Spring 2013 program!

Workshops begin on January 2013! Check back for the full schedule.

Program Overview:
The Professional Development Certification Program (PDCP) is a semester long program that is designed to provide student employees (both on and off campus) the skills and tools to become a more effective worker and value their position as more than just a paycheck. The PDCP exposes student employees to workshops and programs that cover three content areas: building connections; leadership skills; and technology. The content areas were derived from the book Toy Box Leadership by Hunter and Waddell and the National Association for Colleges and Employers' (NACE) 2011 nationwide survey results on the top transferable skills employers look for. Each content area includes workshops, programs, and/or events to provide students a variety of formats and a menu of topics to choose from that work with their interests and schedules.

Benefits:
As a result of participation in the certification program, students will be able to
• Identify and utilize various communication and networking skills;
• Increase awareness and application of leadership skills in a workplace setting;
• Understand the pivotal role social media plays into one’s professional identity.

PDCP Tracking Sheet

Details:
Students must register to enroll in the program, attendance will be tracked at all workshops, and participation evidence must be turned in by the last day of classes. Students will be provided a tracking sheet to assess their progress with the program. Students are allowed to partake in activities and workshops offered without enrolling in the program; however, priority will be given to those enrolled. Students must also RSVP prior to each workshop. Graduates of the program will be recognized at the Student Employee/Supervisor Recognition Breakfast in April 2013.