A Certificate of Achievement can be obtained by successfully completeing four specific eight-week long college credit courses in a particular professional area of study. These accelerated courses are taken by way of online learning, and without having to physically go to Peru State College's campus in Peru, Nebraska.  However, some courses are also available on campus, if that is what you prefer.

Because many working adults today have learning needs which are best served by short course sequences, Peru State College in Nebraska has created Professional Certificates of Achievement to meet those needs. A Certificate from Peru State College tells your present employer, a future employer, and the world that you've attained additional knowledge, proficiency, skill and professionalism in a particular field.
It's a credential that demonstrates your additional ability to meet the demands of your profession or area of interest.

There are many great benefits to these Certificates, including a self-paced, self-directed learning environment. This means you take the college classes you want which best suit your goals--and you complete them online on your schedule. You can access your class work on your lunch break, after work or after the kids are put to bed. It's up to you-no matter where you are or when; if you have Internet access, you can come to class at Peru State College! You can visit our online campus and get the same quality, nationally-accredited education as you would get by physically attending classes on our 137-year-old campus.

Our online certificate courses are the most reasonably-priced in the nation. For the low price of $190.00 per credit hour (each course is three credit hours), a total of $570.00, you get the benefit of our nationally-recognized curriculum and instructors. (Advanced, graduate-level courses are only $237.50 per credit hour). No "hidden fees" or surprises--the only other cost is for your textbooks!

This low tuition fee is also attractive to many employers (who may reimburse you the tuition fees) who recognize that an employee with additional education and sharpened skills is an asset to productivity and profitability. Talk with your supervisor or human resources department about tuition reimbursement for your Peru State College certificate courses.

We invite you to explore our certificate offerings further throughout this website. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Distance Education Department at 1-888-258-5558 or via email at DistanceEducation@peru.edu .

Please Notice: The Certificate of Achievement program is not meant for gaining Teacher Certification or Re-Certification. For more information on Teaching Certificates, please contact the Peru State College School of Education at (402) 872-2244 or by email at Education@peru.edu.  You may also visit their website at www.peru.edu/education/certification.