Diversity Literacy (CERT)
This 15-credit graduate certificate blends core philosophy courses with electives in cultural competency, social inequality and institutional fairness. Students gain practical skills to analyze and address systemic challenges, enhancing careers in education, human resources, public service, nonprofit leadership and organizational development.
Graduate Certificate in Diversity Literacy
Unit: College of Arts and Sciences (GA)
Department: Philosophy
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Academic Plan Code(s): DILICDL
Program Information
The Certificate in Diversity Literacy will provide a unique opportunity for students who have already earned bachelor's degrees to enhance their knowledge and skills of the theory and practice of inclusion and equity, including what diversity means, what its personal and social effects are, and how it shapes lives, workplaces, and pedagogy.
Admission Requirements
Anyone who has earned a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university may apply.
The application for graduate programs at the University of Louisville.
The following materials will be necessary to complete an application:
- Official transcripts showing all degrees awarded and all undergraduate and graduate work (all courses) completed from each accredited college/university previously attended;
- Two letters of recommendation;
- A two-to-three page essay describing the applicant's interest in the program and how it will benefit her or his course of study and/or career path.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| PHIL 690 | Philosophical Foundations of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | 3 |
| PHIL 691 | Capstone in Diversity Literacy | 3 |
| Standard Electives 1 | 9 | |
| Cultural Competency | ||
URBS 656 | Cultural Competency and Action | |
| Institutions and Equity | ||
EDAP 530 | Language, Society & Power | |
| Social Inequality | ||
PAS, SOC, or WGST course at the 600 level or above | ||
| Minimum Total Hours | 15 | |
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Electives may be substituted with the program director's consent. At least six (6) of the elective credit hours must be earned in A&S courses.