 Educational consulting professionals who are planning to launch an independent practice must prepare for this new business model. In addition they need to fully understanding the college admissions process, and how to address legal, insurance, marketing, ethical and general business issues.
The Independent Educational Consultant Certificate Program provides precisely the knowledge and skills needed to build a business
practice. The program also provides the knowledge requisite to navigate the college admissions process and
the specialization to meet the needs
of varied clients.
Program Benefits
- Learn how to effectively work with families through the college admissions process and financial aid network.
- Acquire the basic skills required to start, open, and grow a successful and ethical educational consulting practice.
- Learn strategic thinking for developing your business model and marketing plan using proven tactics.
Who Should Attend
- Individuals interested in transitioning into the college admissions consulting profession.
- Individuals looking to launch a private educational consulting practice.
- Already well-established consultants seeking professional development.
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Certificate Requirements
A certificate is awarded upon completion of five required courses and two elective courses (a total of 15 units) with a grade of “C” or better. Students not pursuing the certificate program are welcome to take as many individual courses as they wish. A certificate is awarded after you submit your Application
for Candidacy and Request for Certificate Form.
Advisory Committee
- Steven Antonoff, Certified Educational Planner, Antonoff Associates, Inc.
- Karol Gottfredson, Coordinator of Intern Teaching Credential Program, University of California—Irvine
- Dodge Johnson, Principal, College Planning
- Leslie Kent, Certified Educational Planner, Leslie Kent Consulting
- Mark Sklarow, Executive Director, Independent Educational Consultants Association
- Bari Norman, Director, Expert Admissions
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