Social Media Specialist Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/17/2023
Program Description
This 16-credit-hour certificate program is designed for those interested in obtaining basic social media and internet marketing skills that can be used in any entry-level marketing position, or for individuals who want to run social media marketing campaigns for their business start-ups.
Courses include: Social Media Management and Measurement, Strategic Communication for a Digital World, Principles of Marketing, Internet Marketing, and Internship in Marketing. Students must select one elective course from the following: Introduction to Public Relations, Sports Marketing, Advertising, Social Commerce and Sales, Internet Fundamentals, or Mobile Apps.
Recommendation:
While not a program requirement, it is recommended that students complete ENG101 (Composition) or place into ENG101.
Established in 2000
Established in 2000
CIP: 52-0208 E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Harper College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151232 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
40 Weeks ( 213.00 Hours / 16.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,136.00 |
| Books | $854.00 |
| Fees | $389.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $225.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,604.00 |
Financial Aid
- All financial aid depends on the eligibility of the individual
Application Procedure
WIOA and TAA students need to contact the Harper College Workforce Coordinator at (847) 925-6782 or WIOA@harpercollege.edu. A separate book voucher is required for Follett Bookstore #1341 on campus. Each semester, all Cook County WIOA sending agency case managers must supply the Harper College Workforce Coordinator with a Semester Training Schedule Approval Form that lists the courses the client will be taking that semester, and this must match the client's Harper Educational Plan.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - Per Placement Test Cut-off Scores
- Reading - Per Placement Test Cut-off Scores
- Language - Instruction is in English
- Writing - Per College Placement Test Cut-off Scores
- Prerequisites - Good computer skills and laptop or desktop for support of software req'd
- Other - All credit-seeking WIOA clients must have initial & ongoing academic advising
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
Performance Data
Program: Social Media Specialist Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/17/2023
Program Description
This 16-credit-hour certificate program is designed for those interested in obtaining basic social media and internet marketing skills that can be used in any entry-level marketing position, or for individuals who want to run social media marketing campaigns for their business start-ups.
Courses include: Social Media Management and Measurement, Strategic Communication for a Digital World, Principles of Marketing, Internet Marketing, and Internship in Marketing. Students must select one elective course from the following: Introduction to Public Relations, Sports Marketing, Advertising, Social Commerce and Sales, Internet Fundamentals, or Mobile Apps.
Recommendation:
While not a program requirement, it is recommended that students complete ENG101 (Composition) or place into ENG101.
Established in 2000
Established in 2000
CIP: 52-0208 E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce.
Provider Information
Harper College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151232 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
40 Weeks ( 213.00 Hours / 16.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,136.00 |
| Books | $854.00 |
| Fees | $389.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $225.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,604.00 |
Financial Aid
- All financial aid depends on the eligibility of the individual
Application Procedure
WIOA and TAA students need to contact the Harper College Workforce Coordinator at (847) 925-6782 or WIOA@harpercollege.edu. A separate book voucher is required for Follett Bookstore #1341 on campus. Each semester, all Cook County WIOA sending agency case managers must supply the Harper College Workforce Coordinator with a Semester Training Schedule Approval Form that lists the courses the client will be taking that semester, and this must match the client's Harper Educational Plan.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - Per Placement Test Cut-off Scores
- Reading - Per Placement Test Cut-off Scores
- Language - Instruction is in English
- Writing - Per College Placement Test Cut-off Scores
- Prerequisites - Good computer skills and laptop or desktop for support of software req'd
- Other - All credit-seeking WIOA clients must have initial & ongoing academic advising
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction