Academic Advising Certificate
Start or advance your career as an academic advisor on college or university campuses.
Format:
- Online
About the Program
- Learn the ideas, theories and relational skills you need to effectively advise college students.
- All courses are offered totally online for your convenience.
- Once you earn your certificate, you can also apply the credits toward a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree right here at Angelo State.
Admission Requirements
- All college or university transcripts
Note: The GRE is NOT required for admission.
Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
- Undergraduate GPA of 2.5 or better
Credit Requirements
This graduate-level certificate program consists of 15 credit hours. That means you only have to complete five courses to earn your certificate.
Application Deadlines
- Spring A: Jan 1
- Spring B: Mar 1
- Summer: May 23
- Fall A: Aug 1
- Fall B: Oct 1

Certificate Courses (3 credit hours each)
- EDG 6301: Social and Cultural Influences
- EDG 6324: Career and Occupational Counseling
- EDG 6362: College Student Development
- EDG 6367: Foundations of Academic Advising
- EDSD 6302: Advising for College Transitions
Total Credit Hours: 15
*Each course must be completed with a grade of B or better to earn the certificate.