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Below is a list of courses that make up this certificate. It is recommended that you meet with an academic advisor before registering for classes.
Field of Interest
The interdisciplinary Academic Certificate (AC) in African-American Studies enhances students understanding of African-Americans by examining history, social issues, literature, culture, religion, ethnic relations, and gender issues. Through coursework, students develop skills in critical thinking, inquiry, and discourse while becoming more informed.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Culture and Society
- Type
- Certificate
- Academic Plan
- African-American Studies (CER)
- Academic Plan Code
- 6226N
- Total Credits Required
- 15-18
- Effective Term
- Fall 2024
- Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Courses selected must satisfy the following General Education Requirements:
Awareness Area:
Cultural Diversity in the United States (C) 3 credits
Historical Awareness (H) 3 creditsCore Area:
Humanities (HU) 3 credits
Social and Behavioral Sciences (SB) 6 credits
What You’ll Learn
This certificate will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Describe the impact of slavery, the Civil War, and reconstruction on African-Americans today and the characteristics of the current African-American population in the United States.
- Explain core concepts related to race, ethnicity, and culture.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 6 | |
| AFR110 | Introduction to African-American Studies (SB, C) | 3 |
| AFR/ASB/CCS202 | Ethnic Relations in the United States (SB, C, H) | 3 |
Restricted Electives
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 9-12 | |
| AFR/HIS203 | African-American History to 1865 (SB, C, H) | 3 |
| AFR/HIS204 | African-American History 1865 to Present (SB, C, H) | 3 |
| CPD103BC | African-American Cultural Pride and Awareness (AFS Department Elective) | 2 |
| ENH114 | African-American Literature (HU, C) | 3 |
| HUM214 | African-Americans in Film (HU, C) | 3 |
| REL225 | African-American Religions (HU, C) | 3 |
| SOC143 | Sociology of African American Problems (SB, C) | 3 |
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Disclaimer
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm?id=189330).
Full Award Details
- Major
- 6226N
- First Term
- 2024 Fall
- Final Term
- Current
- Award
- AC
- Total Credits
- 15-18
- CIPS code
- 05.0201
- SOC codes
- 25-1062.00
- Program Availability
- MC
- Last Updated
- 08/06/2024
- Financial Aid Eligible?
- This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.