The Women’s Studies Certificate provides a solid foundation of coursework in the discipline. It provides students with the opportunity to specialize in Women’s Studies in preparation for further work at a four-year institution, or for professional, personal and academic opportunities. Students in the Certificate program must complete a minimum of 18 credits in Women’s Studies-designated courses: WS 101 Introduction to Women’s Studies (3 credits), and 15 additional credits, including a Social Sciences course, a Humanities course, and a general elective.