Non-credit Certificates and Bootcamp Programs
Enter a new field or upskill in your industry with a fast-paced, non-credit bootcamp or certificate program from Saint Joseph’s University. We partner with industry experts to provide offerings that help people stay competitive in the workforce. From medical cannabis certification and business certificates to horticulture and CPR and paramedic certificates, Saint Joseph’s offers a variety of options to continue your education — and we’re continuing to expand our offerings.
Application process
The application and admission process for Saint Joseph's non-credit bootcamps or certificates can vary based on the program’s requirements or length, but a few things are common for all:
- No standardized test requirements
- No application fee
- Rolling admission based on program cycle (meaning multiple opportunities to apply!)
- Personalized attention from admission counselors
Barnes Horticulture Certificate
The Barnes Arboretum at Saint Joseph’s University offers a two-year horticulture certificate program that combines horticultural science, methods and design. The program meets one day a week for 28 weeks each academic year and prepares students for the Pennsylvania Certified Horticulturist exam. All classes in the program can also be individually audited, space permitting.
Cannabis Studies Certificates
In partnership with Green Flower, Saint Joseph’s offers a number of Cannabis Studies certificate programs. Through these programs, students benefit from a market-driven curriculum that is facilitated by top experts within the cannabis industry. Programs include the business of cannabis, cannabis healthcare and medicine, cannabis law and policy and cannabis agriculture and horticulture. Each certificate consists of three 8-week courses. Offered fully online, these programs are open for enrollment several times throughout the year.
Executive Coach Program (ICF Accredited)
Saint Joseph’s University is offering a unique and proven ICF- accredited executive coaching training with the Center for Executive Coaching. The executive coaching program is virtual, conveniently self-paced and interactive. You make your own schedule with our flexible hours to accommodate your busy life.
Entrepreneurial Bootcamp for Veterans
The Office of Veteran Services at Saint Joseph’s University runs entrepreneurial bootcamp programs for active military and military veterans who are interested in growing or starting their own business. These programs combine self-study curriculum with instructor-led feedback, on-campus residency weeks and year-long mentorships.
Medical Cannabis Certification
Medical cannabis is gaining momentum in America, with more states legalizing its use and dispensaries opening up across the country. Yet physicians, pharmacists, and nurses received next to no education on cannabis as a therapeutic option in their medical training.
Saint Joseph's Medical Cannabis Certification offers courses to prepare medical professionals in Pennsylvania dispensaries and general training for all healthcare professionals who want to guide patients and answer their questions.
Paramedic Certificate
Our Paramedic Certificate will prepare you for a career saving lives and leading a team of medical professionals during emergencies. Designed for students who are currently certified as EMTs and have graduated high school (or have a GED), this program can be completed in as little as one year.
Degrees and Credit-bearing Certificates
Being future-focused means continually preparing for your next opportunity. Whether through an undergraduate, graduate, health professional programs, credit-bearing certificate or non-credit training programs, Saint Joseph’s is ready to help you build the future you want. If you’re ready to start or finish a degree, we have many options to choose from:
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