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Lincoln Trail College is offering two new certificate options this fall that can be completed in as little as one semester. The microcertficates are in Special Events Management and Public Service Management and students will be able to take all of the courses online.
“I’m really excited about this new opportunity at Lincoln Trail College for Fall 2020,” says Lincoln Trail College Dean of Instruction Brent Todd. “We’re rolling out two of our certificate programs which we call microcertificates. We have one in Public Service Management and one in Special Events Management. While these could be treated as standalone certificates, each one is only six credit hours, we’re really treating them as an opportunity for students to add something to an existing program of study.”
Todd says some students might be majoring in one area but have an interest in learning more about another area. He says the new microcertificates can be treated sort of like a minor.
Special Events Management will give people the knowledge and skills they need to plan, prepare, and host a special event. It will cover topics like project management and organization, marketing, design and décor, logistics, site selection, and budgeting.
“As our students prepare for careers, we know it is not unusual for them to be asked to host some sort of special event,” says Todd. “This certificate will give them the tools they need to excel with that event.”
Public Service Management will give people the knowledge and skills to work in the public sector, including public boards and committees, administrative positions, working in the not-for-profit sector, and other civil service positions. It will cover topics like implementing policy, management of public funds, public policy processes, data tools, and strategies of managing meetings. Todd says he believes the certificate will be beneficial for people already serving in public service roles as well as people interested in pursuing public service.
Both certificates will be offered online to provide students with additional flexibility. He says experts from Lincoln Trail College along with the University of Illinois and Princeton University will teach the classes.
“At Lincoln Trail College, we strive for excellence,” says Todd. “I’m so excited to announce that with our Special Events Management certificate we are bringing in experts from Princeton University and the University of Illinois to deliver this program.”
Todd says the online format will also make it easier for people in the community to take advantage of the microcertificate programs. “We’ve designed our microcertificates to appeal to a wide array of students. Whether you are currently in our classroom and you’re working toward another degree or you’re a community member interested in public service or special events, this program is for everyone.”
Todd says there are no prerequisites for either Special Events Management or Public Service Management and anyone is eligible to enroll. He says either certificate could be completed in as little as one semester.
Lincoln Trail College is currently enrolling students for the Fall 2020 Semester, which begins August 20. Students interested in either microcertificate program or any other programs at LTC can call 618-544-8657 to speak with an advisor.
