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Certificate in Environmental Assessment
Certificate in Environmental Assessment
Environmental assessment is an important tool for decision-makers in the U.S. and around the globe to assess the environmental consequences of a proposed plan, policy, program, or project before a decision is made to move forward with the proposed action. Environmental assessments are ubiquitous in the fields of development and sustainability in which countries and international financial institutions participate worldwide.
The Certificate in Environmental Assessment is a 12-credit graduate certificate that prepares current and future professionals in the fundamentals of environmental assessment. This graduate certificate provides a credential reflecting completion of a series of multidisciplinary courses in a highly sought-after field of professional practice. Those completing the certificate will be equipped with specialized knowledge to build competency and increase their employability in governmental agencies, consulting firms, civil society organizations, and multinational corporations.
Curriculum
The Certificate in Environmental Assessment is a 4-course, 12-credit program that can be completed entirely online. Students enrolled in the certificate program are required to take the following courses:
- ENR 7520: Environmental Science and Law
- ENR 5210: US Environmental Impact Assessment
- ENR 5211: International Environmental Impact Assessment
- RURLSOC 5580: Social Impact Assessment
Online program availability may vary by state. For more information on state authorization requirements and disclosures related to online programs, please visit online.osu.edu/state-authorization/disclosures