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Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies Certificate

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Area of Study: Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies
Degree/Certificate: Short-Term Certificate

Contact the Financial Aid Office regarding certificate eligibility.

Program Sequence Program Outcomes Apply to Tri-C

Mission: The Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies program at Cuyahoga Community College empowers students through innovative instruction to understand and transform human conflict, promoting peace in the family, community, and world.

Learn to lead and communicate more effectively during times of conflict to influence positive, sustainable change, and transform relationships in your family, workplace, community and the world.

The intent of the certificate is to:

  • Explore why conflict occurs in society - from interpersonally to internationally.
  • Learn how to engage conflict in positive and constructive ways to promote sustainable peace.
  • Acquire knowledge for applying conflict and peace frameworks for promoting social justice oriented change.
  • Enhance communication skills to improve leadership effectiveness in diverse contexts.
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Careers: Conflict Resolution, Peacebuilding, & Related Fields

  • Resolution & Conflict Specialists: Mediator, Negotiator, Ombudsmen, Investigator, Arbitrator
  • Nonprofit & Human Services: Nonprofit Manager/Director, Community Organizer, Facilitator/Trainer, Human Resource Manager, Social Worker, Youth/Adult Counselor
  • Business & Consulting: Organizational Consultant, Business Manager, Communications Specialist, Office Manager
  • Law & Legal: Attorney, Paralegal, Restorative Justice Practitioner, Law Enforcement Officer, Conduct Officer
  • International & Political: Foreign Services Officer, United Nations Officer, Political Advisor
  • Education & Training: The certificate is a strong complement to any teaching or training position with youth or adults.

Note: Salary ranges based on position and experience. Starting salaries with only a Certificate range from $29,000 to $38,000 depending on industry and role. With an Associate, Bachelor, or higher degree in a related discipline, salary ranges increase incrementally. 

Spring 2023 Course Schedule (Core Courses)

POL-2020 Introduction to Conflict and Peace Studies (3 credits)

Online (West-Based) - No Set Class Times, Asynchronous (CRN 13652)

POL-2041 Conflict Resolution and Management (3 credits)

East Campus (Hybrid) - In-Person, Mon., 6-7:25 p.m., w/ Online Work (CRN 14705)
Online (Metro-Based) - No Set Class Times, Asynchronous (CRN 14705)

POL-2140 Service Learning Capstone (3 Credits)

Online (West-Based) - Synchronous Meet Time, 6-7:25 p.m., w/ Service Project (CRN 12421)

Study Abroad

*2023 SUMMER STUDY ABROAD LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED*

2023 applications will be made available in late fall 2022 for the summer 2023 course and will tentatively be due in late January. Submitting an application does not guarantee selection for the study abroad course. Applicants will be contacted by the end of February and advised of their selection status.

The cost of the trip will be approximately $2,500-3,500 (depending on flight costs). This does not include tuition for the POL-2050 summer course.

All applicants will be assessed and considered for partial scholarship funding toward the trip cost. (This takes place during the application review period in February.)

A non-refundable deposit of $400 is required by March 1.

If you want to be on the notification list for the application please contact Ty Olson (Ty.Olson@tri-c.edu).

Skills and Abilities Developed in Certificate

  • Leadership - cultural awareness, conflict intelligence, consensus building, group facilitation
  • Business - effective communication, management, negotiation
  • Human and Social Services - de-escalation, active listening, mediation
  • Additional competencies - transformational thinking, decision making, compassion and empathy

Additional Information

Transfer Opportunities:

We currently have an articulation agreement with Kent State University' School of Peace and Conflict Studies and John Carroll University's Peace, Justice and Human Rights program. 

Professional Development and Employment Resources:

  • Idealist.org
  • Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies
  • Mediate.com
  • Peace and Collaborative Development Network

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How to reach us

11000 Pleasant Valley Road
Liberal Arts Building
Room B-230
Parma, Ohio 44130
Phone: 216-987-2582
E-mail: Tyler.Olson@tri-c.edu 


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Transfer Programs

Transfer your Conflict Resolution and Peace Studies Certificate to Kent State University.

Related Course Areas

  • Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Scholars Academy
  • Honors Program
  • Robert L. Lewis Academy of Scholars 

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