DEEP Professional Development Certificate

The DEEP Certificate Program is designed to enhance the knowledge and awareness of Ringling College faculty, staff, and students on key issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Through a mix of engaging workshops and participation in intercultural events, the program helps develop intercultural competence and enriches our community’s inclusive culture.

Key details of DEEP

Flexible workshop enrollment

You can choose workshops in any order and at your own pace.

To receive the DEEP Certificate:

Certificate levels:

• Level 1: Foundations of Diversity and Equity
  • Complete four workshops and two on-campus intercultural events.
• Level 2: Advancement Engagement in Diversity and Equity
  • Complete eight workshops and four intercultural events (on or off-campus).

Event tracking:

Participants can keep track of their intercultural event attendance by downloading the record of attendance and getting it signed by the event coordinator at each event. Further instructions will be provided in each workshop.

Pre-Workshop Events:

Note that intercultural events attended before starting the workshops may not be counted.