What is an online undergraduate certificate in watershed management?

An online undergraduate certificate in watershed management is an undergraduate program students can complete quickly that covers protecting and managing water. At University of Maryland Global Campus, this program is 18 credits and can provide students with the foundational knowledge and skills to implement watershed and stormwater management programs at the local, state, and federal levels. Students who earn an undergraduate certificate in watershed management at �Ҹ�� can apply those credits to a related UMGC bachelor's degree.

How long does it take to get an online undergraduate certificate in watershed management?

UMGC offers the flexibility working adults, military servicemembers, and others need to reach their goals. Students can opt to take just one course at a time or take multiple courses at once, depending on their schedules and needs. The undergraduate certificate in watershed management can be completed in as little as one year or less. How long it takes an individual student will depend on the student's course load and whether the student has any relevant transfer credits.

How much does an online undergraduate certificate in watershed management cost?

UMGC's online undergraduate certificate in watershed management has affordable tuition rates, including an in-state rate for Maryland residents and a reduced rate for eligible military servicemembers and their spouses and dependent children. Rates are posted at the top of this page. UMGC is committed to making higher education affordable and offers scholarships for those who qualify, an interest-free monthly payment plan, and no-cost digital materials in place of most textbooks.

What background do I need to get an online undergraduate certificate in watershed management?

Students do not need any specific background to enroll in the online undergraduate certificate in watershed management at UMGC. Our undergraduate admission requirements do apply.

Are any certifications needed to enroll in or complete an online undergraduate certificate in watershed management?

Students don't need any certifications to enroll in or complete the online undergraduate certificate in watershed management.

Watershed Management Online Certificate

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DEGREE AT A GLANCE

18 credits
Transfer up to 9 credits
All courses available online
Select hybrid courses available

TUITION RATES

$324 per credit (in-state)
$499 per credit (out-of-state)
$250 per credit (military)
Other fees may apply

Gain insights, tools, and knowledge about watershed management.

Watershed management plays a crucial role in protecting water quality and aquatic ecosystems, preventing water pollution, decreasing flood risk, and minimizing other human and environmental health impacts related to polluted runoff. The online certificate program in watershed management at University of Maryland Global Campus is designed to help prepare you for careers with local, state, and federal government; industry; consulting; and nongovernmental organizations implementing watershed and stormwater management programs.

You’ll learn about geospatial analyses and the biophysical and social impacts of human activities on watersheds. The program offers you an opportunity to practice collaborative and community-based approaches to reducing stormwater impacts to watersheds. Activities emphasize how to effectively manage watersheds to reduce the impact of land development, industrial processes, and everyday human activities.

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Total Credits Required: 18

(3 Credits, ENHS 300)
(3 Credits, ENHS 305)
(3 Credits, ENHS 340)
(3 Credits, ENHS 350)
(3 Credits, ENHS 360)
(3 Credits, ENHS 405)

Apply Credit to a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health & Safety

If you complete this certificate program, you may be able to apply the certificate’s required coursework to major course requirements for the bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety.

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These requirements are for students who enroll in the��2024–2025 academic year. For prior year requirements, visit our catalog archive.

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Undergraduate Certificate Requirements

In addition to the specific course requirements outlined on each certificate webpage, UMGC maintains certain requirements for all certificates.

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Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Gain Skills

Gain the skills needed for monitoring water quality and controlling sources of water pollution.

Apply Science

Apply scientific reasoning and knowledge of ecological principles to make informed decisions.

Advance Your Skills

Study the concepts of geographic information systems (GIS) to address current environmental challenges.

Build Knowledge

Study the physical, chemical, and biological impacts of human activity on watersheds.

Analyze Policy

Analyze the development and implementation of the principles of constitutional and administrative law.

Integrate Knowledge

Integrate knowledge about environmental systems and regulations to minimize and prevent pollution.

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Environmental Health & Safety

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