American Civic Traditions Certificate

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Contemporary issues of social, political, cultural, and community importance require American citizens equipped for civic engagement. This four-course certificate prepares students with the foundational knowledge to understand current debates through the lens of history, political structures, and differing perspectives so as to cultivate an educated and engaged citizenry.

Certificate Requirements-12 Credit Hours

HIST 151 - United States History I (C) [SGR #3, HSDC]
HIST 152 - United States History II (C) [SGR #3, HSDC]
POLS 100 - American Government (C) [SGR #3, HSDC]
POLS 210 - State & Local Government (C) [SGR #3, HSDC]

State Authorization - It Matters Where You Live

If your learning placement course (internship, externship, clinical, rotation, practicum, independent study, study away, etc.) or your online course will be taken outside South Dakota, please reference USD’s State Authorization webpage.

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