Why the Ethical Leadership Certification Program Matters

For young professionals, building a career today means navigating a workplace that is constantly changing. No matter which path students choose to pursue, ethics live at the core of every industry and profession. Public trust is becoming increasingly valuable for many companies and organizations, and hiring managers look for candidates they can count on to do the right thing. The NASBA Center for the Public Trust’s Ethical Leadership Certification Program (ELCP) was created to prepare young professionals to become ethical leaders in their careers, while also giving them an edge in the hiring pool.

The ELCP was recently relaunched in partnership with Red Flag Mania to meet students where they are today. The course takes participants through five modules of ethical frameworks, scenarios and solutions to familiarize them with the different layers of professional ethics. Students are quizzed throughout the course to demonstrate their understanding and application of the material. They will also participate in an interactive case study where they are presented with a dilemma and prompted to respond, as well as a final comprehensive exam. A certificate of completion and Credly badge are issued to those who successfully pass the exam.

Encouraging students to participate in the ELCP gives them the chance to stand out as they enter the early years of their career. Unfortunately, most young professionals will face an ethical dilemma in the workplace. Some students also report that they do not feel prepared for the workforce after graduation. The ELCP prepares students for professional life through applicable, comprehensive ethics training that also helps them stand out in a sea of resumes.

Are you interested in better equipping your students and integrating the ELCP into your curricula? Click here to learn more: https://learning.thecpt.org/