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Graduate Certificates

Discover West Virginia University's online graduate certificates. Designed to provide advanced knowledge and expertise in specialized areas, these programs enhance your professional capabilities. Learn more about our offerings and elevate your skills.
School of Public Health

Applied Biostatistics Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Advance research with precision. With WVU’s online applied biostatistics graduate certificate, you’ll gain the statistical tools to design studies, interpret results, and inform evidence-based practice.
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College of Applied Human Sciences

Applied Sport Science in Coaching Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Lead athlete development with evidence-based coaching. The online graduate certificate from WVU in applied sport science in coaching prepares you to personalize training, optimize performance and apply sport science principles to meet the demands of modern coaching.
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College of Applied Human Sciences

Athlete Empowerment Through Positive Coaching Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Empower athletes through positive leadership. The online graduate certificate program in athlete empowerment through positive coaching helps you build inclusive, ethical and athlete-centered practices as you develop the skills to lead across varying sport environments.
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College of Applied Human Sciences

Athlete Talent Identification and Development Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Turn potential into performance. This online graduate certificate in athlete talent identification and development from WVU equips you with the tools to recognize, develop and support athletic talent through data-informed strategies in sport science, analytics and leadership.
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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Business Cybersecurity Data Analytics Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Bridge security and strategy. The online business cybersecurity data analytics graduate certificate from WVU equips you to manage risk, analyze trends, and support strategic growth.
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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Business Cybersecurity Foundations Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Build a strong cybersecurity foundation. The business cybersecurity foundations online graduate certificate from WVU introduces you to essential tools, concepts, and strategies for protecting digital assets.
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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Business Cybersecurity Management Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Advance your career in cybersecurity leadership. WVU’s online business cybersecurity management graduate certificate equips you to manage threats, compliance, and crisis communication.
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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Business Data Analysis Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Turn data into direction. WVU’s online business data analysis graduate certificate equips you to interpret trends, uncover insights, and guide smarter business strategies.
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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Business Data Science Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Redefine business intelligence with WVU’s online graduate certificate in business data science. Gain the skills to analyze trends, build models, and make smarter business decisions.
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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Business Data Technology Management Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Shape the future of business technology. Through WVU’s online business data technology management graduate certificate, you’ll learn to integrate data tools, streamline operations, and support innovation.
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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Business Operations Research Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Solve complex business challenges. WVU’s online business operations research graduate certificate equips you to apply mathematical modeling, data analysis, and optimization techniques to improve decision-making.
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College of Applied Human Sciences

Combined School and District Leadership Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Prepare for leadership roles that span both school and district levels. WVU's online graduate certificate builds the expertise needed to drive systemic change and support educational excellence across communities.
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College of Creative Arts and Media

Creative Strategy Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Craft ideas that connect. The online creative strategy graduate certificate from WVU helps you develop compelling messaging, sharpen brand storytelling, and lead creative campaigns.
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College of Creative Arts and Media

Data Marketing Communications Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Lead with insight and impact. WVU’s online data marketing communications graduate certificate prepares you to harness analytics, personalize messaging, and optimize campaign performance.
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College of Creative Arts and Media

Digital and Social Media Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Master the art of connection. With WVU's online digital and social media graduate certificate you'll learn to craft compelling content, grow audiences, and lead digital strategy.
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School of Nursing

Family Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Lead in patient-centered care. With WVU’s online family nurse practitioner graduate certificate, you’ll gain the skills to assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions across populations.
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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Turn numbers into evidence with WVU's nationally recognized curriculum, developed in collaboration with the National Institute of Justice. The online forensic accounting and fraud examination graduate certificate prepares you to investigate financial crimes and uncover fraud with precision.
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College of Applied Human Sciences

General Instructional Supervision Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Gain the skills to lead instructional improvement and support teacher growth. WVU's flexible online graduate certificate prepares educators for impactful supervisory roles in schools and districts.
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Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design

Geographic Information Systems and Spatial Analysis Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Map smarter decisions. WVU’s online geographic information systems and spatial analysis graduate certificate equips you to analyze spatial data, visualize patterns, and solve real-world problems.
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College of Creative Arts and Media

Healthcare Communication Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Communicate with clarity and compassion. WVU’s online healthcare communication graduate certificate prepares you to improve patient outcomes through effective, empathetic communication.
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College of Creative Arts and Media

Higher Education Marketing Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
From insight to enrollment. With WVU’s online higher education marketing graduate certificate, you’ll learn to apply analytics, storytelling, and strategy to drive recruitment and retention.
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Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources

Midstream Petroleum Engineering Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Fuel progress with expertise. WVU’s online midstream petroleum engineering graduate certificate prepares you to lead in pipeline design, facility operations, and energy infrastructure.
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College of Creative Arts and Media

Music Business and Industry Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Build your future in music. With WVU’s online music business and industry graduate certificate, you’ll gain the skills to succeed in production, promotion, and artist development.
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College of Applied Human Sciences

Principalship Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Step into a leadership role and make a lasting impact on your school community. This online graduate certificate from WVU equips you with the tools to confidently lead and drive school-wide success as an educator.
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School of Nursing

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Lead with compassion and expertise. WVU’s online psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner graduate certificate prepares you to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions across the lifespan.
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College of Creative Arts and Media

Public Relations Leadership Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Shape the voice of your organization. With WVU’s online public relations leadership graduate certificate, you’ll gain the skills to lead communication efforts at the highest level.
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College of Applied Human Sciences

School Physical Activity Leadership Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Promote wellness through school-based leadership. WVU’s online graduate certificate in school physical activity leadership prepares K–12 educators to design and lead inclusive, engaging and data-informed programs that support student health and success.
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Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design

Sustainable Trails Development Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Build better paths forward. With WVU’s online sustainable trails development graduate certificate, you’ll learn to create trail systems that support sustainability and responsible land use.
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College of Creative Arts and Media

Therapeutic Art Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Transform lives through creativity. WVU’s online Therapeutic Art Graduate Certificate empowers you to harness the healing power of art in educational, clinical, and community settings.
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