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Training and Organizational Development Certificate Program (PSE)

Program Description:

The certificate program in Training and Organizational Development is intended for adult educators and administrators, trainers, consultants, program and instructional developers, and facilitators. It consists of four courses focusing on adult training, team development, and organizational change in diverse settings. Possible settings include educational, community-based and governmental organizations, associations and the workplace. The certificate program serves as a training ground for individuals wishing to enter into careers in these settings and as an opportunity for mid-career professionals to upgrade their skills.

Program Requirements:

The certificate can be completed within a one-year period. Courses are designed for working professionals and are offered in the evening and on weekends. The requirements consist of 12 graduate credits from Temple's program in Adult and Organizational Development (all credits are transferable to the AOD master's program).

Required Core Courses:

  • AOD 5401 System Dynamics
  • AOD 5403 Facilitation of Adult Learning

One of the following:

  • AOD 5522 Interpersonal Skills Training
  • AOD 5527 Training Design and Delivery

One of the following:

  • AOD 5535 Organizational Assessment, Design, and Strategy
  • AOD 5532 Leadership and Management

Admission Requirements

To obtain an application for the certificate program, call 215-204-4358 or

215-204-1890.

To gain admission, applicants must provide:

  • A statement of goals congruent with the mission of the certificate program
  • A professional resume
  • Original transcript

Contact Information

For more information, contact:

Larry Krafft, Ph.D.
phone: (215) 204-6017
email: larry.krafft@temple.edu

Dept. of Psychological Studies in Education
College of Education, Temple University
1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122-6091