An industry-valued certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the program. This certificate program is for individuals who have backgrounds in data administration, computer science, programming, engineering, business administration and other specialties, and seek advanced skills in data and information management. Program Structure Students choose a classroom or distance learning format . Classroom courses begin in October 2000 and meet two evenings per week on the UW campus in Seattle. Distance learning courses are Web-based with online discussion, and can be started anytime.
Students build on their knowledge and skills by taking courses in sequence.
See details under How to Apply . Earning the Certificate Participants are evaluated in each course on the basis of standards established by the instructors and the advisory board. At the end of each course, participants are notified of successful or unsuccessful completion. Because courses are arranged sequentially and are offered only once each year, participants need to successfully complete each course in the previous term before they advance to the next term. Upon completion of required courses in this noncredit program, participants earn a certificate, which is presented at the annual UW Extension awards ceremony.