Stackable Credential Programs

Stackable Credential Programs and Certificates

Martin University offers five stackable credential programs and ten certificates designed to assist individuals in:

Acquiring invaluable skills from experts at Martin University and industry leaders.
Enhancing proficiency in specific subjects or tools through hands-on projects.
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.

Startup Entrepreneurship
Retail Management
Trauma-Informed Care
Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education
Financial Management in Early Childhood Education
Child and Youth Care
Early Childhood Education - Fundamentals
Early Childhood Education - Curriculum I
Early Childhood Education - Curriculum II
Early Childhood Education - Administration

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Cybersecurity

About 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.

By the end of this course, you will:

Understand the fundamentals of the data analysis process
Familiarize yourself with the data ecosystem, alongside Databases, Data Warehouses, Data Marts, Data Lakes and Data Pipelines
Differentiate between the roles of Data Analysts, Data Scientists, and Data Engineers

Occupational Outlook

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Foundations of Data Analytics Course Requirements

Students must complete all course requirements as well as course requirements for specified degree program. All stackable credentials must be taken concurrently with an undergrad degree program

About 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. This credential can be also be taken as a certificate program in a 4 or 6 course sequence.

By the end of this course, you will:

Possess a heightened comprehension of how human capital fuels business success, a pivotal insight for molding your organization's capabilities.

Retail Management Stackable Credential Course Requirements

BUS 200 Business Communications
BUS 201 Introduction to Business
BUS 301 Supervisory Techniques
HRS 313 Human Resources Management
MKT 313 Principles of Retail Management
SCM 343 Operations and Supply Chain Management

Students seeking college credit must complete all credential course requirements as well as course requirements for specified degree program. All stackable credentials must be taken concurrently with an undergrad degree program.

About 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.

By the end of this program, you will be able to:

Understand and evaluate different business models
Develop customer personas to guide product and service decisions
Create and define a compelling brand identity
Design a Unique Value Proposition to stand out from competitors
Apply a pre-launch checklist to prepare for business success
Gain foundational knowledge in marketing and public relations
Strengthen workforce strategies that support long-term growth

Retail Management Stackable Credential Course Requirements

BUS 200 Business Communications
BUS 201 Introduction to Business
BUS 301 Supervisory Techniques
HRS 313 Human Resources Management
MKT 313 Principles of Retail Management
SCM 343 Operations and Supply Chain Management

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.

By the end of this course, you will:

Identify how security attacks impact business operations.
Explore the job responsibilities and core skills of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst.
Recognize how past and present attacks on organizations led to the development of the cybersecurity field.
Learn the CISSP eight security domains.
Identify security domains, frameworks, and controls.
Explain security ethics.
Recognize common tools used by cybersecurity analysts.

Occupational Outlook

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About 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). This credential can also be taken in as a certificate program in a 4 or 6 course sequence.

After completing the degree, students are well-positioned to pursue a variety of career paths:

Classroom Teacher
Lead Teacher
Director of Early Learning Facility
Curriculum Specialist for Early Learning
Entrepreneurship

trauma-Informed Care Stackable Credential Course Requirements

EDU365 Understanding the Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Young Children pt. 1
EDU366 Understanding the Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Young Children pt. 2
EDU401 Social I-Emotional Impact of Trauma on Behavior and Learning
EDU402 Trauma-Informed Classroom

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Data Analytics

Retail - Grocery Management

Startup Entrepreneurship

Trauma-Informed Care

Certificate Programs

About 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.

Graduates of this program are prepared for leadership and management roles such as:

Director or Assistant Director of an Early Learning Facility
Financial Manager for Early Childhood Programs
Early Childhood Education Consultant

Financial Management in Early Childhood Education Certificate Requirements

BUS305 Business Seminar: Entrepreneurship
-ECE401 Administration of Programs for Young Children
-ECE Elective
-FIN201 Intro to Managerial Finance

About 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. Certificate program can be taken in a 4 or 6 course sequence.

By the end of this course, you will:

Possess a heightened comprehension of how human capital fuels business success, a pivotal insight for molding your organization's capabilities.

Retail Management Certificate Course Requirements

BUS 200 Business Communications
BUS 201 Introduction to Business
BUS 301 Supervisory Techniques
HRS 313 Human Resources Management
MKT 313 Principles of Retail Management
SCM 343 Operations and Supply Chain Management

About Startup Entrepreneurship

By the end of this program, you will be able to:

Understand and evaluate different business models
Develop customer personas to guide product and service decisions
Create and define a compelling brand identity
Design a Unique Value Proposition to stand out from competitors
Apply a pre-launch checklist to prepare for business success
Gain foundational knowledge in marketing and public relations
Strengthen workforce strategies that support long-term growth

Startup Entrepreneurship Certificate Course Requirements

BUS200 Business Communications
BUS201 Introduction to Business
BUS250 Principles of Project Management
BUS305 Seminar in Entrepreneurship

About Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education

This certificate equips educators and childcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to design, launch, and manage innovative early childhood education initiatives. It emphasizes entrepreneurial thinking, program development, and sustainable business practices tailored to the unique needs of young learners and their families. Participants learn how to combine educational expertise with entrepreneurial strategies to create high-quality, accessible, and impactful early childhood services.

After completing the certificate, students are well-positioned to pursue a variety of career paths:

Classroom Teacher
Lead Teacher
Director of Early Learning Facility
Curriculum Specialist for Early Learning
Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education Certificate Requirements

BUS305 Business Seminar: Entrepreneurship
ECE205 Child Development
ECE401 Administration of Programs for Young Children
MkT201 Principles of Marketing

About Trauma-Informed Care

After completing the degree, students are well-positioned to pursue a variety of career paths:

Classroom Teacher
Lead Teacher
Director of Early Learning Facility
Curriculum Specialist for Early Learning
Entrepreneurship

Trauma-Informed Care Certificate Course Requirements

EDU365 Understanding the Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Young Children pt. 1
EDU366 Understanding the Effects of Abuse and Neglect on Young Children pt. 2
EDU401 Social I-Emotional Impact of Trauma on Behavior and Learning
EDU402 Trauma-Informed Classroom

About Early Childhood Education Fundamentals Certificate

This certificate provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for working with young children in early learning settings. It covers child development, age-appropriate teaching strategies, classroom management, and family engagement. Designed for those beginning a career in childcare or education, the program prepares participants to support the growth, learning, and well-being of children from birth through age eight.

Upon completion, students will be positioned for entry-level roles such as:

Preschool teacher assistant
Childcare center aide
Infant/toddler caregiver
Family childcare provider
After-school program assistant
Paraprofessional in early learning classrooms

Early Childhood Education Fundamentals Certificate Course Requirements

ECE201 Introduction to Early Childhood Education
ECE205 Child Development
ECE304 Developmentally Appropriate Guidance in Early Childhood

About Early Childhood Education- Curriculum I Certificate

This curriculum expands upon foundational early childhood education knowledge, moving students toward more advanced skills in curriculum design, assessment, and classroom leadership. Learners explore deeper concepts in child development, inclusive practices, and culturally responsive teaching. The program emphasizes planning developmentally appropriate activities, guiding behavior with positive strategies, and integrating early literacy and numeracy into daily routines. Students also gain experience in observing and documenting children’s growth to support individualized learning.

Upon completion, students will be positioned for roles such as:

Lead preschool teacher
Early childhood program coordinator
Head Start classroom teacher
Special needs classroom aide
Childcare center supervisor
Early literacy or numeracy specialist assistant
Community education program facilitator
Family support liaison in early learning program

Early Childhood Education Curriculum I Course Requirements

ECE307 Curriculum I: Infants and Toddlers
ECE308 Curriculum II: PreK and Kindergarten
ECE215 Emergent Literacy in Early Childhood Education

About Early Childhood Education- Curriculum II Certificate

This advanced curriculum deepens professional expertise in early childhood education, emphasizing leadership, program development, and specialized instructional strategies. Students engage in advanced study of curriculum design, assessment tools, and inclusive practices for diverse learners. The program also explores family engagement at a systems level, advocacy for early learning policies, and strategies for managing and improving childcare programs. Learners gain the skills to take on greater responsibility in shaping high quality educational environments and supporting both children and staff.

Upon completion, students will be positioned for careers such as:

Early childhood education lead teacher
Childcare center director or assistant director
Curriculum specialist in early learning programs
Early intervention program coordinator
Professional development trainer for childcare staff
Community outreach and family engagement specialist
Education consultant for early childhood services
Policy advocate or program advisor in early learning initiatives

Early Childhood Education- Curriculum II Certificate Course Requirements

ECE204 Creative Art & Music in Early Childhood
ECE303 Nutrition, Health, and Movement for Young Children
ECE305 Mathematics and Science in Play for Young Children

About Early Childhood Education- Administration Certificate

This certificate program prepares students for leadership and management roles within early childhood education settings. Coursework emphasizes organizational leadership, program planning, fiscal management, staff supervision, regulatory compliance, and family/community engagement. Students learn how to design and oversee high quality early learning environments, ensuring programs meet developmental standards while remaining financially sustainable and culturally responsive. The curriculum blends theory with practical applications to equip graduates with the skills needed to guide and grow early childhood organizations.

Upon completion, students will be positioned for careers such as:

Childcare center director
Assistant director of preschool or childcare programs
Early childhood program administrator
Head Start or Early Head Start site manager
Education coordinator in nonprofit or community agencies
Family services manager in early learning programs
Training and development supervisor for childcare staff
Policy and compliance officer in early childhood services
Consultant for early childhood program operations
Regional program supervisor for multi‑site childcare organizations

Early Childhood Education- Curriculum II Certificate Course Requirements

ECE401 Administration of Programs for Young Children
ECE402 Parent and Community Education
ECE 212 Teaching in the Inclusive Classroom

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Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education

Financial Management in Early Childhood Education

ECE Basics & Curriculum I

ECE Curriculum II & Admin

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Stackable Credential Programs and Certificates

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.

Stackable Credential Programs

About Foundations of Data Analytics

Occupational Outlook

Foundations of Data Analytics Course Requirements

About Retail Management

Retail Management Stackable Credential Course Requirements

About Startup Entrepreneurship

Retail Management Stackable Credential Course Requirements

Occupational Outlook

About Trauma-Informed Care

trauma-Informed Care Stackable Credential Course Requirements

Certificate Programs

About Financial Management in Early Childhood Education

Financial Management in Early Childhood Education Certificate Requirements

About Retail Management

Retail Management Certificate Course Requirements

About Startup Entrepreneurship

Startup Entrepreneurship Certificate Course Requirements

About Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education

Entrepreneurship in Early Childhood Education Certificate Requirements

About Trauma-Informed Care

Trauma-Informed Care Certificate Course Requirements

About Early Childhood Education Fundamentals Certificate

Early Childhood Education Fundamentals Certificate Course Requirements

About Early Childhood Education- Curriculum I Certificate

Early Childhood Education Curriculum I Course Requirements

About Early Childhood Education- Curriculum II Certificate

Early Childhood Education- Curriculum II Certificate Course Requirements

About Early Childhood Education- Administration Certificate

Early Childhood Education- Curriculum II Certificate Course Requirements

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No Inclement Weather Alerts

Stackable Credential Programs and Certificates

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.

Stackable Credential Programs

About Foundations of Data Analytics

Occupational Outlook

Foundations of Data Analytics Course Requirements

Certificate Programs

About Financial Management in Early Childhood Education

Financial Management in Early Childhood Education Certificate Requirements​​

GET UPDATES AND INFORMATION

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.

Financial Management in Early Childhood Education Certificate Requirements