NEXT START DATE
8.5 Months
AVG. SALARY PREMIUM
SEMESTER CREDITS
To be successful and competitive in today's workforce, employees must possess an essential set of personal and professional skills. The Certificate in Essential Employability Skills is a bachelor's-level program specifically designed to help students navigate and master those skills so they are able to excel in their current job or overall. Some of the focus areas include organization and time management, communications, creative thinking, teamwork and leadership – all critical skills in a 21st century workplace.
Why ACE?
Quality You Expect
Our accredited programs are designed for working professionals who want a quality education. We're committed to delivering high-quality, affordable and accessible online programs grounded in evidence-based content and relevant application.
Low Cost You Deserve
Are you employed by one of our partners? Did you graduate from an HBCU? Are you an inner-city teacher, a military veteran, a first-generation graduate student or an aspiring administrator? If so, you could be eligible for some of the $2.5M of scholarships and grants we provide in addition to our already low-cost programs.
If you have graduate credits from another university or institution, you may be able to transfer these credits to fulfill ACE program requirements. Our Enrollment Counselors can help you evaluate your options. Also, our 24/7 support resources are here to help you complete your program and achieve your goals.
Explore ACE Support Services
View Our Accreditations
We believe in full transparency with our total cost of attendance. No hidden fees. No surprises along the way.
Total Cost Certificate in Essential Employability Skills
Total Tuition
18 semester credits x $215 per credit
$50 Application Fee
$100 Conferral Fee
$810 Technology and Library Fee
(18 Semester Credits X $45 per Credit)
Total Program Cost
Find a plan that fits your budget.
Focus of Study
With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it's best for you.
20 Feb, 2023 Term
Application Due
Term Start
Unregister/Cancel Deadline
Term End
10 Apr, 2023 Term
22 May, 2023 Term
10 Jul, 2023 Term
21 Aug, 2023 Term
02 Oct, 2023 Term
13 Nov, 2023 Term
Here are just some of the courses you'll take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.
Critical Reflection and Self-Assessment
3 Semester Credits
This course focuses on helping students learn to analyze their strengths and weaknesses with a discerning eye. Through a series of exercises, students assess their strengths and how to harness them. Students also assess their challenge areas and determine ways to resolve them. Students will leave the course with a better understanding of how to utilize the best parts of their personality and skills for a force of good in society.
In an era of increasing collaboration, people entering the workforce now more than ever before need to understand the value of working with others. This course offers insight on how to be flexible when working with individuals and provides tips on how to exercise interpersonal sensitivity and take feedback gracefully without offense. Learners learn to recognize when it's necessary to stand up for their ideas or compromise for the good of a team. The concept of synergy is discussed along with the different modes of persuasion and negotiation. Students also learn about the various jobs involving teamwork, including virtual opportunities.
Planning and Organizational Skills: Time Management
his course is designed to teach students the basic principles of planning and organization with a focus on time management. From keeping a day planner to using a digital organizer, students will learn about tools they can use to gain control of their busy lives. The concepts of to-do lists, prioritizing commitments, filing things away, and filtering out digital and physical clutter as strategies for improving efficiency are explored. Students address the challenges associated with procrastination and how to overcome it. Practical advice is provided on how to complete tasks in a timely manner, ways to approach seemingly difficult projects, and how to make commitments in line with personal and professional values and goals.
Self-Efficacy and Self-Directed Action
This course focuses on helping students learn how to independently structure their lives to better meet academic, personal, and professional goals. The concepts of self-efficacy, self-directed action, and self-awareness serve as the focal point as students learn to build confidence in their skills and take initiative toward attaining their aspirations. Emphasis is placed on developing lifelong habits that lead to greater productivity. Through a series of application-based exercises and reflective work, learners gain knowledge on how to take more control of their futures. Additionally, goal setting, resilience, and the drive to get things done are explored.
Professionalism and Leadership
This course focuses on leadership styles and the attributes necessary to lead with poise, confidence, and kindness. Students learn what professionalism is and how to apply it not just in leading others but in all their interactions. The importance and benefits of taking pride in one's work is explored. Techniques to win over followers and others are examined along with attributes of professional interactions. Creating an environment and workspace that embodies professionalism is discussed. Students will leave the course with skills they can use to be more confident in leading and interacting with others.
SOSC4003
Global Skills and Cultural Awareness
This course is designed to help students learn to communicate effectively across borders, navigate cultural differences, and hone skills that will help them succeed on a global level. They will learn what it means to be culturally competent and culturally responsible. Hallmarks of cross-cultural communication are considered. Additionally, ways to harness the power of a diverse workforce along with suggestions on how to develop a global mindset are presented. Ethnocentrism and the challenges associated with it are examined. Students will leave the course with a better understanding of where they fit in the world on a global scale and practical steps they can take to improve their chances for success in the global economy.
Our real-world coursework is taught by experienced faculty.
Cathy McKay
Chair, Professional Educational Studies
Barry Chametzky
Senior Core Faculty
Don Macon
Angie Parker
Barbara Yalof
Harold Fisher
Deborah Huffine
Cari Kennedy
ACE General Admission Requirements
Complete and submit all application components including the admission application, the enrollment agreement and payment agreement.
Submit the nonrefundable application fee.*
Provide official transcripts from an institution that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education indicating successful completion of the level of education required for entry to the program.**
*The application fee is valid for one year from date of submission.
**Additional evidence may be required to fulfill state requirements, including but not limited to verification of professional experience, test scores, or an interview.
Program Admission Requirements
At least 30 Semester Credits from Regionally Accredited Institution
Minimum grade point average cumulative 2.00 on a 4.0 scale for full admission
Minimum cumulative grade point average 1.75 on a 4.0 scale for provisional admission
International Transcript Requirements
All applicants must submit to the Admissions Office official, sealed college transcripts from each institution attended.
Transcripts that are international and/or not in English must be evaluated through a NACES-recommended agency.
Texas applicants may only submit evaluations from agencies approved by the Texas Education Agency.
International applicants must request the course-by-course evaluation. The evaluation report must show that the non-U.S. education is equivalent to the education/accreditation level required for the program.
English as a Second Language Applicants
All applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate competence in the English language as demonstrated in one of three ways:
Submission of an official transcript showing a degree from a United States secondary school or regionally accredited college/university.
Submission of an official minimum score on the paper or internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exams.
The minimum TOEFL score required for the internet-based version is 80, and the paper-based version requires a minimum TOEFL score of 20 for each of the three skills: Reading, Listening and Writing.
The minimum IELTS score required is 6.5. Note: IELTS is not acceptable for Texas programs leading to certification.
The testing agency must send test scores directly to American College of Education.
Applicants to the Texas Educational Leadership program whose first language is not English must submit a minimum scaled score of 24 for speaking, 22 for listening, 22 for reading and 21 for writing from the Internet-Based TOEFL (IBT) or evidence of an undergraduate or graduate degree earned at an institution of higher education in a country outside of the United States listed in Figure: 19 TAC §230.11(b)(5)(C).
High Quality Online Education You Can Afford
High quality you expect
Our Enrollment Counselors are here to answer your questions and walk you through the enrollment process.
Currently there are no programs available in your state. Please email us at [email protected] or call us at +1-800-280-0307 with additional questions.
Select Your State *(Required)
Select Your State *
Degree Level *(Required)
Degree Level *
Program of Interest *(Required)
Program of Interest *
Preferred Start Date *(Required)
Preferred Start Date *
Zip Code *(Required)
By clicking "REQUEST INFORMATION," express consent is given to be contacted by American College of Education (ACE) regarding educational services by email, telephone, or text at the email address(es), telephone number(s) provided. Message/data rates may apply. I consent to receive auto-dialed/pre-recorded telemarketing calls from or on behalf of ACE. I understand my consent is not a condition to enroll or acceptance into any ACE academic program. View Privacy Policy.