International Student Services (ISS)
Certificate Program
College campuses have become increasingly internationalized in recent decades. International student populations have grown, study abroad has become a standard of the higher education landscape, and as a result, the student population has developed new needs. The Certificate in International Student Services offers graduate-level students preparation to manage educational exchange, lead campus internationalization, and provide international student services. Students pursuing the Certificate in International Student Services may complete the certificate program by itself or along with the MAE in Student Affairs. Successful graduates will have earned their certificate through theory-based instruction, application of material through internship, and an international experience.
Certificate Requirements/Curriculum:
The 15 credit hour certificate program includes 6 credit hours of required core courses and 9 credit hours of restricted electives. The program requires a study abroad course and/or an internship abroad depending on student's international travel experience upon admission.
Required Courses (9 hours)
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CNS 571 |
Introduction to Student Affairs (3 hours) |
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International Students and Services in Higher Education (3 hours) |
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CNS 595 |
Internship in Student Affairs, with placement in an Office of International Student Services or placement at a higher education institution abroad (3 hours) |
Restricted Electives (6 hours)
To be selected with advisor approval in advance from the following list:
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CNS 572 |
The College Student Experience (3 hours) |
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CNS 574 |
Student Development (3 hours) |
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CNS 670 |
Parameters of Law in Student Affairs and Higher Education (3 hours) |
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CNS 555 |
Social and Cultural Diversity (3 hours) |
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WOMN 555 |
Global/Cultural Perspective on Women (3 hours) |
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CNS 578 |
Special Topics in Student Affairs (with a focus on international students/student services) |
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CNS 579 |
Seminar in Student Affairs (with a focus on international students/student services) |
Or other course(s) approved by faculty advisor.
Admission Requirements:
Admission to the CISS program is based on completion of a bachelor’s degree and adequate preparation in the area of study. This certificate program welcomes applicants from all graduate programs at Western Kentucky University and elsewhere. Students seeking admission to a University graduate degree program must apply to and meet admissions requirements of the program.
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