Service sector
In consultation with your Peace Corps Prep advisor, take 3 courses and complete 50 hours of hands-on related field experience in one of the following sectors:
- Agriculture
- Community and Economic Development
- Education
- Environment
- Health
- Youth in Development
Foreign language
Most students must hone their capacity to interact professionally using a non-English language. Language requirements vary by desired placement region.
Questions about taking a Foreign Language at FIU? Contact your PCP coordinator for more details.
Intercultural competence
You are required to take 3 courses that will help you engage thoughtfully and fluidly across cultures and build your capacity to shift your own perspective. Global learning designated courses fulfill this requirement. *Note – in some cases, you can replace one of these electives with a prolonged intercultural experience, such as Study Abroad, volunteering abroad in a Peace Corps-service country, or working to support new immigrants or refuges in the Unites States.
Professional and leadership development
Peace Corps service and many international development opportunities are highly selective. We will help you identify specific activities to help in the development of your professional and leadership skills.
ePortfolio, GPA and course grade requirements
You will engage in reflection on your Peace Corps Prep experience either as part of a larger portfolio of your Global Learning Medallion experience or as a stand-alone reflection.
You must pass all courses taken toward the Peace Corps Prep Program certificate with a C or higher and have an overall 3.0 GPA or higher to receive your certificate.
