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Native American and Indigenous Studies
Undergraduate Certificate

Program Overview

Learn about Native American experiences today and in the past. A certificate in Native American and Indigenous Studies can be added to any major, and builds your understanding of diverse cultures and prepares you to succeed.

Program Snapshot

Program Type: Full-Time
Location: On Campus
Program Length: 1 year
Credit Hours: 18

Why This Program & What You'll Learn

This interdisciplinary program gives you a broad look at Indigenous peoples' experiences through courses drawn from anthropology, sociology, English and more. You’ll gain insights from courses such as Archaeology of the Americas, Native American Literature and Film, and North American Indian Cultures. You’ll examine issues of racism and inequality. You can even study the language and culture of the Ojibwe.

Program Highlights

In your Native American and Indigenous Studies at CMU, you'll:

  • Explore the literature, art, history and cultures of Native Americans.
  • Choose from relevant classes such as current Native American Issues, History of Native Americans, Racism and Inequality, and Elementary Ojibwe.
  • Conduct research or independent readings on a topic that matters to you.
  • Expand your options and prepare to succeed in a diverse workplace setting.

Careers & Outcomes

A certificate in Native American and Indigenous Studies gives you the tools to succeed in any workplace setting where intercultural skills are valued, including government agencies, nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations, health care and social services.

Career Projected Salary
Global Communications Manager $81,205
Security/Defense Intelligence Analyst $79,409
College Professor/Instructor $84,380

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