The interdisciplinary graduate certificate is compatible with different areas of study in the professions and the liberal arts. It is available to those who have completed a bachelor’s degree and those who matriculated in graduate programs offered by departments that support the Women’s & Gender Studies certificate:
- Art
- Curriculum and Learning
- English
- Environmental Education
- History
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Special Education
- Sociology
- World Languages and Literatures
Choose from a nine-credit (Graduate Certificate) or a 12-credit (Advanced Graduate Certificate).
Topics Covered
A range of special topics courses is offered. Previous topics have included:
- Evolution of Black Feminist Thought
- Take Back the Kitchen
- Feminist Utopias
- Psychoanalysis and Feminism
- Ecofeminist Writing
- History of U.S. Women Photographers
- Women and the Law
- Feminist Families
- Women’s Choices
Careers
A student who earns a graduate certificate in Women’s & Gender Studies is prepared for careers that emphasize equity, advocacy, and cultural understanding. The certificate also strengthens careers in fields like social work, healthcare, law, and human resources by providing expertise in gender equity and social justice. Many work in government agencies, NGOs, universities, or advocacy organizations. This credential enhances leadership potential, equipping graduates to address issues of gender and identity while promoting inclusive practices in professional settings.
Typical Job Titles
- Diversity and Inclusion Specialist
- Policy Analyst
- Nonprofit Program Director
- Community Engagement Coordinator
- Educator
School / College
College of Arts & Sciences
Department
Women's & Gender Studies
Contact
Dr. Heidi Lockwood
wgs@southernct.edu