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Certificate, undergraduate
Build your own experience
Prepare to teach, train and lead in today’s diverse, dynamic workplaces. The technical workforce training certificate equips you with the tools to design inclusive, engaging and effective instruction for technical and career education settings.
This 12-credit program emphasizes universal design for learning and culturally responsive pedagogy, giving you strategies to meet the needs of all learners. With a mix of online one-credit courses and customizable electives, you’ll build practical skills in instructional planning, workforce training and program development — preparing you to support learner success in schools, businesses and industry training programs.
Overview
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Design learning that works for everyone
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
- Want to conduct research in the field
- Are a creative problem solver
- Work well independently and as part of a team
Career outcomes
Current job openings
1,462 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- Fast Food and Counter Workers • Baristas
$30,260 - Home Health Aides • Personal Care Aides
$34,510 - Retail Salespersons
$30,246 - Cashiers
$29,739 - Stockers and Order Fillers
$34,530
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but U of I’s Financial Aid Office is here to help. Our experienced financial aid counselors can assist you in exploring financial aid options, making informed financial decisions and addressing common concerns.
For information on FAFSA deadlines, financial aid types and eligibility requirements, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.
Plan ahead—estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Clubs
Our college offers 20+ clubs and organizations tied to international and national engineering organizations, including national competition teams.
Learn about clubs related to your major:
- American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
- Humanitarian Engineering Corps (HEC)
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
- Robotics Club
- Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
- Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
- Tau Beta Pi - Engineering Honor Society (TBP)
- Vandal Atmospheric Science Team (VAST)
Application information
Admission criteria for undergraduate certificates are the same as those for U of I undergraduate degree programs. View our admission requirements to learn more.
Undergraduate certificate application process
Students interested in adding a certificate to their bachelor’s or associate degree program should speak with their academic advisor.
Students interested in earning an undergraduate certificate as a standalone program should contact the Admissions Office at 208-885-6326 for information on how to apply.