Certificate FAQs

Continuing & Extended Education at JFK University currently offers several non-degree certificate programs focused on clinical professional development. Descriptions and requirements can be found on the following pages in this section. Once you have selected the certificate(s) you would like to work toward, please complete a Certificate Application. Click here to download a Certificate Application.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CE'S CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS?
Our certificate programs are designed to offer in-depth learning opportunities in select clinical subject areas. These certificate programs enable students to equip themselves with the practical skills and analytical tools necessary to achieve professional expertise. Courses in our certificate programs address all knowledge bases, from core competencies to advanced levels.

HOW DO I ENROLL IN A CE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM?
Enrolling in a certificate program is easy. Simply fill out a Certificate Application for each certificate you are pursuing, prior to the start of coursework. Once you submit your Certificate Application to us, you may begin taking certificate classes. If you have started coursework and would like to apply it toward a certificate, simply send us your Certificate Application once you have decided to officially enroll.

CAN I TRY A CERTIFICATE COURSE WITHOUT ENROLLING IN A CERTIFICATE PROGRAM?
Yes. All of our certificate courses are available as stand-alone courses or as part of a certificate program. You may try a certificate course at any time and receive CE credit for it as a general course. If you decide to pursue a certificate, simply submit a Certificate Application to us and continue your coursework. Any courses you have taken toward that certificate will be applied toward the program.

DO I HAVE TO START WITH THE INTRODUCTION COURSE OR CORE COURSE?
No. It is not required that the courses be completed in a particular order. However, we recommend that participants start with the introductory course if they are unfamiliar with the subject matter.

HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE THE COURSEWORK IN MY CERTIFICATE?
As long as you need. Although most students complete their coursework in a year or two, at this time there is no required date of completion.

DO YOU HAVE A LIST OF THE CORE CLASSES & ELECTIVES OFFERED IN EACH CE CERTIFICATE PROGRAM?
The core courses for each certificate are listed in the shaded box on each certificate page. To review them, please visit the web page for each certificate. Core courses are offered at least once per year. Electives are offered on a rotating basis and vary each catalog cycle. We are constantly developing new electives in each certificate program, to stay abreast of new and pertinent information in the field.

WHAT HAPPENED TO YOUR CERTIFICATES IN LIFE COACHING & SPORT PSYCHOLOGY?
After careful consideration, we have decided to phase out our certificates in Life Coaching and Sport Psychology. As a result, we are no longer accepting applications for these certificates. If you are currently enrolled in one of these certificate programs, you should have already received a letter offering several options for completing your certificate. If you are enrolled in one of these certificate programs and have not received this letter, please contact our office at 800.557.1384.

MAY I SUBSTITUTE CERTIFICATE COURSES?
Substitutions are not recommended as each certificate is designed to provide the appropriate training in each subject of interest. All substitutions must be approved by Continuing & Extended Education, and must come from JFK University's CE course selections only.

NOW THAT I HAVE COMPLETED THE REQUIRED COURSES FOR MY CHOSEN CERTIFICATE, HOW DO I REQUEST MY CERTIFICATE?
Please send a completed Verification Form to our office, and we will mail you a certificate (please allow 6-8 weeks). Click here to download a Verification Form. The best practice for tracking courses is to update your Verification Form as you complete each course. If you are not sure what courses you have taken you may need to request a transcript.

HOW DO I GET A CE TRANSCRIPT?
Continuing Education transcripts may be ordered from the University Registration Office, 925.969.3351. Transcript Fees: $6 for regular mail, $12 rush order.