Genocide and Holocaust Studies (Certificate or Concentration)
Earn a Certificate in Genocide and Holocaust Studies
Study Genocide, Teach Tolerance
Seton Hill's online certificate program in genocide and Holocaust studies is open to all students and scholars, but is of particular interest to current and future teachers, historians and political scientists. This program will provide you with a fuller understanding of the political, social and religious issues that give rise to acts of genocide, and how the lessons of history inform possible responses to the genocides that exist in the world today.
“As a child of Croatian immigrants, I was exposed to a lot of history and culture that was not exactly tolerant of others... it wasn't until my experience at Yad Vashem and at Seton Hill that I finally found some hope in the idea of teaching tolerance.”
Why Choose Seton Hill?
Seton Hill University is uniquely positioned to offer training in the subject areas of genocide and the Holocaust. For nearly a decade, the University has successfully supported middle school and secondary educators in developing both instructional units and courses on these topics. Seton Hill’s courses are interdisciplinary in nature and address not only the Holocaust and other acts of genocide, but contemporary human rights issues as well.
Who Can Benefit from this Program?
This program is open to anyone interested in studying genocide and the Holocaust. Teachers, scholars and Holocaust educators are encouraged to apply. If you're a current or future educator, you will develop the skills needed to present information on the Holocaust and other forms of genocide in an age-appropriate and supportive manner.
National Catholic Center for Holocaust Education
As a Seton Hill student, you will also benefit from this one-of-a-kind Center, located on Seton Hill's campus and featuring online resources for all students.
Program Format and Length
The Genocide and Holocaust Studies Program has two format options:
- 15-credit (5 course) certificate.
- 9-credit (3 course) concentration.
Each online course runs for an 8-week period. Both the certificate and the concentration can be completed in 1 year. Or, you can take courses less frequently and extend your time in the program. (This program is designed to meet the needs of adult learners, and that includes flexible scheduling.)
Scholarships
The Ethel LeFrak Student Scholars of the Holocaust Fund
Students in the Genocide and Holocaust Studies Program at Seton Hill can apply for a scholarship through the LeFrak Student Scholars of the Holocaust Fund to offset the costs of tuition, research or travel associated with the program.
The Ethel LeFrak Outstanding Student Scholar of the Holocaust Award
This $1,000 award is presented annually to a student of the program who writes a reflection paper that best demonstrates a keen and advanced understanding of the lessons of the Holocaust or another specific act of genocide.
To Apply to the Certificate Program, You Will Need:
- A completed graduate study application form (Apply online now for free!).
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and official undergraduate transcripts from all institutions attended.
- Official transcript(s) from any institution(s) in which post baccalaureate or graduate course work was completed.
- One letter of recommendation written by appropriate professionals.
- A current resume.
- A letter of intent explaining how the Seton Hill certificate program can help you accomplish your professional goals.
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Faculty
James Paharik
Director of the National Catholic Center for Holocaust Education, Professor of Sociology