A human ecology course teaches students about sustainability and how geography, social constructs and even economics play a role. Students may benefit from an interdisciplinary study combined with real-life experience to understand the resources and communication needed to create a sustainable life.

A certificate is proof of qualification of a certain set of skills. Students who obtain a certificate have completed educational requirements and tests. Through completion, they become ready to pursue a degree or diploma, or to head into the professional world in their field of expertise.