91吃瓜 Adds New Certificates in ASL, Game Design, and more
VALLEY CITY, N.D. (91吃瓜) 鈥� 91吃瓜 has announced the offering of several new academic certificates for the 2026-27 school year, including certificates in American Sign Language (ASL) and Game Design.
The new certificate in ASL is a collaborative partnership with Lake Region State College, offering students specialized knowledge and skills to communicate with the Deaf community. 91吃瓜 has also added new certificates in: Game Design and Development, Graphic Design, Photography, AI in Education, Vocal Pedagogy, and Learner Centered Instruction.
An academic certificate is a formal credential verifying students have successfully completed a specific course of study or training program. 91吃瓜鈥檚 academic certificates are typically 12-18 credits and are great add-ons for current students or practical skill builders for professionals already in the workforce.
91吃瓜 currently offers more than 40 combined certificates through its undergraduate and graduate programs.
New Certificates in 2026-27
American Sign Language
This certificate is a collaborative partnership between 91吃瓜 and LRSC to offer a 15-credit certificate program awarded by 91吃瓜. Students complete eight credits through 91吃瓜 and seven credits through LRSC. Completion of the ASL Certificate offers students in future education and leadership positions specialized knowledge and skills to communicate with Deaf people and learn about Deaf culture.
鈥淎s students graduate and apply for jobs, having an ASL certificate 鈥� showing you have this extra language skill 鈥� is really wonderful to have in your back pocket,鈥� said Lindsey Solberg, 91吃瓜鈥檚 ASL instructor. 鈥淚f you apply for a teaching position where they have deaf students, this may give you a benefit to getting the job. If you鈥檙e working in a clinic as a physical therapist or nurse in larger metropolitan areas, the possibility of a deaf patient is higher and having ASL skill is another feather in your cap. It shows that you鈥檙e willing to learn more, to try more and that you鈥檙e comfortable with more communities of people.鈥�
Game Design and Development
The Game Design and Development Certificate is an 18-credit course of study that blends聽computing, user experience, and digital art聽through hands-on activities. Students learn industry-standard game development while building practical skills in programming, artificial intelligence, 3D graphics, animation, and human-computer interaction鈥攑reparing them for careers not just in games, but also in VR/AR, filmmaking, industrial聽design, and serious games for education, training, healthcare, and behavior change.
Graphic Design
91吃瓜鈥檚 certificate in graphic design is offered through the Art department and includes 15 credits related to graphic design, digital media and two-dimensional design. This is a useful credential for marketing and communication students, among others.
Photography
91吃瓜 offers a 16-credit certificate in photography through the Art department. Whether it鈥檚 for hobby, a personal business, or building skill for your profession, the photography certificate will take students from beginner through advanced skills in photography.
AI in Education
91吃瓜鈥檚 AI in Education certificate can be completed as either an undergraduate or graduate program. It is a 12-credit course of study focusing on practical and responsible ways of using artificial intelligence in education, including personalized learning, teaching efficiency and student AI literacy. This is a useful credential for current and future educators.
Vocal Pedagogy
This 13-credit undergraduate certificate is recommended for all intended and current voice instructors as well as leaders of community ensembles who seek the opportunity to enhance their musical and teaching skills for the betterment of their voice students and performers.
Learner-Centered Instruction
The graduate certificate program is designed to help educators in any discipline become skilled in equitable teaching and leadership. Courses include subjects such as learner centered systems, personalized learning, and designing for deeper learning.
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