In 2021, Sac State’s College of Continuing Education (CCE) paused its Judicial Administration certificate program. 

Five years later, the program has returned with the same goal as before: to provide students with an opportunity to learn from California’s current judicial system leaders. 

One of the few programs of its kind in the United States, students learn the skills necessary to successfully practice judicial administration duties. Once they complete the program, graduates go on to leadership and career development opportunities within the judicial branch.

“My classmates were like-minded court professionals and the faculty brought practical court leadership experience directly into the classroom,” said Jennifer Tan, an alum of the program. “It was truly rewarding.”

Cheyenne Schaad, another alum of the program, echoed Tan’s thoughts. 

“I entered this program to deepen my knowledge of the court system and learn more about effective leadership. What I gained went far beyond that,” Schaad said. “Through the relationships I built with my classmates and professors, I developed greater confidence in myself and in my ability to lead. Those experiences encouraged me to pursue a leadership role within the court. Since graduating, I have been promoted to Assistant Court Executive Officer — an accomplishment that would not have been possible without this program and the growth it inspired.”

To be prepared for the course, interested students are strongly encouraged to be employed in the California judicial court system at the analyst level or above. 

“The Judicial Administration program is invaluable in preparing aspiring court administrators to face the challenges in court leadership roles,” alum Heather Pugh said. ”In addition to expanding the students’ knowledge in the field, the program also provides the opportunity to network with others working in the judicial branch. These networks last beyond the program and provide opportunities for future collaboration, mentorship, and friendship. I would highly recommend the program to anyone interested in a career in court administration.”

If you are interested in learning more about the Judicial Administration certificate program, please feel free to reach out to Senior Program Coordinator Jackie Jang.