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Stackable Credential Programs and Certificates
Martin University offers five stackable credential programs and eleven certificates designed to assist individuals in:
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Acquiring invaluable skills from experts at Martin University and industry leaders.
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Enhancing proficiency in specific subjects or tools through hands-on projects.
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Deepening understanding of essential concepts.
Stackable Credential Programs*
*All stackable programs must be taken concurrently with an undergraduate program to use financial aid.
Certificates**
**All certificates are self-pay at a flat rate of $300.00 per course and must be paid in full prior to the start of each course.
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Early Childhood People Management
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Mental, Emotional, and Self-Management
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Psychology of Early Childhood Education
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Socialization and Lifelong Learning Certification
Foundations of Cybersecurity
Throughout the course of your program you will delve into the world of cybersecurity via an interactive curriculum. Completers will trace significant events shaping the cybersecurity landscape, articulate the relevance of cybersecurity in contemporary business operations, and delve into the duties and competencies required for an entry-level cybersecurity analyst.
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By the end of this course, you will:
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Identify how security attacks impact business operations.
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Explore the job responsibilities and core skills of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst.
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Recognize how past and present attacks on organizations led to the development of the cybersecurity field.
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Learn the CISSP eight security domains.
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Identify security domains, frameworks, and controls.
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Explain security ethics.
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Recognize common tools used by cybersecurity analysts.
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Foundations of Data Analytics
Courses offer a comprehensive introduction to Data Analysis, covering the role of a Data Analyst and the tools utilized in this profession. You'll explore the skills and duties of a data analyst and benefit from insights shared by various data experts, offering valuable tips and advice for launching a career in this field. Moreover, the course will aid in distinguishing between the distinct roles of Data Analysts, Data Scientists, and Data Engineers.
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By the end of this course, you will:
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Understand the fundamentals of the data analysis process
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Familiarize yourself with the data ecosystem, alongside Databases, Data Warehouses, Data Marts, Data Lakes and Data Pipelines
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Differentiate between the roles of Data Analysts, Data Scientists, and Data Engineers
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Retail Management
In these program, you'll delve into the essentials of human capital management tailored for the retail sector. The curriculum explores the pivotal role individuals play in driving value within businesses and examines the organizational practices that nurture this value. Delving deeper, the course dissects key practices vital for organizational triumph: effective hiring strategies, skillful workforce development and retention techniques, and methods to inspire employee engagement in advancing organizational objectives.
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By the end of this course, you will:
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Possess a heightened comprehension of how human capital fuels business success, a pivotal insight for molding your organization's capabilities.
Talaya Jackson
Bachelor of Science
Business Administration, '25
Owner, Lay's Kitchen
Startup Entrepreneurship
This program is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to transform innovative ideas into thriving businesses. You’ll gain the tools to analyze business models, build strong brand identities, and develop strategies that set startups apart in competitive markets. Alongside exploring how to attract and inspire talent, the program emphasizes practical approaches to launching and sustaining a business.
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By the end of this program, you will be able to:
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Understand and evaluate different business models
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Develop customer personas to guide product and service decisions
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Create and define a compelling brand identity
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Design a Unique Value Proposition to stand out from competitors
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Apply a pre-launch checklist to prepare for business success
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Gain foundational knowledge in marketing and public relations
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Strengthen workforce strategies that support long-term growth
Trauma Informed Care
The embedded Trauma Informed Care credential will prepare students to understand and work with children who have been impacted by trauma. The courses will provide research-based training and awareness of developing a trauma-informed environment and understanding the effects of Adverse Children Experiences (ACE).
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After completing the degree, students are well-positioned to pursue a variety of career paths:
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Classroom Teacher
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Lead Teacher
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Director of Early Learning Facility
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Curriculum Specialist for Early Learning
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Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education
The embedded Trauma Informed Care credential will prepare students to understand and work with children who have been impacted by trauma. The courses will provide research-based training and awareness of developing a trauma-informed environment and understanding the effects of Adverse Children Experiences (ACE).
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After completing the certificate, students are well-positioned to pursue a variety of career paths:
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Classroom Teacher
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Lead Teacher
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Director of Early Learning Facility
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Curriculum Specialist for Early Learning
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Entrepreneurship
Financial Management in Early Childhood Education
This program prepares students to blend a passion for early learning with the financial and administrative skills needed to lead and sustain high-quality educational environments. Students will gain a strong foundation in budgeting, resource allocation, operations, and financial decision-making specific to early childhood education settings. Courses emphasize not only effective management of early learning programs but also the creation of supportive, well-resourced environments that allow children and educators to thrive.
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Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are prepared for leadership and management roles such as:
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Director or Assistant Director of an Early Learning Facility
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Financial Manager for Early Childhood Programs
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Early Childhood Education Consultant