Program Evaluation Certificate
Program Evaluation Certificate
The evaluation science graduate certificates, offered 100% virtually, are intended to prepare students in program evaluation across the fields of human services, education, public policy, health and other program and policy areas through thoughtful, effective and ethical use of evaluation models and methods. Certificate admission requires a bachelor's degree. Certificates can be completed in one year of part-time study.
For students who choose to pursue UD's master of science in evaluation science, all 12 credits from one certificate can be applied toward the M.S. degree.
12 Months
Part-Time
12
Credit Hours
100%
Online
$1,149
Cost per Credit
7
Week Courses
Program Outcomes
This certificate is intended to prepare students in the basics of program evaluation across the fields of human services, education, public policy, health and other program and policy areas through thoughtful, effective and ethical use of evaluation models and methods. Aligned with the American Evaluation Association’s Guiding Principles for Evaluators and Evaluator Competencies, the certificate can be completed in one year of part-time study.
DESIGNED for professionals
Ideal for busy professionals looking to sharpen their skills and advance in their careers, all of the courses can be completed asynchronously online. Acquire knowledge in our classes today that can be applied in the workplace tomorrow.
More information about The Program Evaluation Certificate
From our StudentS
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McKenna Halverson
Certificate, Program Evaluation, 2023
Ph.D., Human Development and Family Sciences, 2025
“The certificate program has enhanced my knowledge of evaluation strategies and made me more competitive on the job market. I have been able to provide insights from what I have learned to my professional work and also apply two of the four courses to my Ph.D. requirements.”
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Amber Wool
Certificate, Program Evaluation, 2023
"The folks at UD have been really approachable. We have weekly office hours over Zoom, and they record the lectures in case you aren’t able to make it. It is very easy to be engaged and get the support I need.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. There is no campus component to this program.
The first step toward applying for this program is to complete your online application through the graduate student Application Management System.
You may start this program in the fall, summer or spring semesters. See application deadlines above. Applicants are considered for admission on a rolling basis, which makes now the perfect time to apply.
Canvas, which is currently used by over 2,000 schools throughout the United States.
This program includes 12 total credit hours.
The program can be completed in 12 months part-time.
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