Study Abroad Program Leader Certification
This series is designed to culminate in the certification of faculty as Study Abroad Program Leaders. The designation will indicate completion of 21 hours of professional development in the area of study abroad and global experiences and will prepare faculty members to develop and lead a meaningful short-term study abroad experience for Valencia’s students.
To successfully complete the Study Abroad Program Leader Certification and meet the qualifications to lead a study abroad program, the full-time faculty member must complete three courses in the prescribed order below.
The Study Abroad Program Leader Certification Program was recognized by The Institute of International Education (IIE) in January 2014.
Certification Planning Document
The planning document provides a list of required and optional courses which can be used to plan your certification or program. It is available as a printer-friendly fillable PDF. Study Abroad Program Leader Certification Planning Document
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Required Courses (21 Hours)
LCTS3315 Introduction to SAGE 6 Hours
Participants will engage in an overview of the Study Abroad program, the student global
distinction pathway, and global competency skills. Additionally, participants will
develop a global perspective as well as explore different models for internationalizing
curriculum and high impact educational practices.
Note: This is a required course in the Study Abroad Program Leader Certification and
must be taken first in the series of required courses Stewardship as a Study Abroad
Program Leader (INDV 3356) and Designing a Study Abroad Proposal (LCTS 3316). Although
leading a study abroad program is limited to full-time faculty, this course is appropriate
for all faculty interested in learning more about internationalizing their curriculum.
INDV3356 Stewardship as a Study Abroad Leader 5 Hours
Participants will develop global leadership skills to lead study abroad experiences.
Participants will learn how to create an atmosphere of inclusion and mitigate issues
when studying abroad through exploring a variety of scenarios and role-playing. Additionally,
faculty will develop a risk management plan. This course is designed for full-time
faculty interested in leading a study abroad program.
Note: This is a required course in the Study Abroad Program Leader Certification.
Participants must successfully complete the following prerequisite prior to enrolling
in this course: Introduction to SAGE (LCTS 3316).
LCTS3316 Designing a Study Abroad Proposal 10 Hours
Participants will create authentic learning experiences for studying abroad. Additionally,
participants will develop a curriculum plan, destination logistics, budget, and recruitment
strategies.
Note: This is a required course in the Study Abroad Program Leader Certification.
Participants must successfully complete the following prerequisites prior to enrolling
in this course: Introduction to SAGE (LCTS 3315) and Stewardship as a Study Abroad
Leader (INDV 3356). This course is designed for full-time faculty interested in leading
a study abroad program.