
Data Visualization in Assessment
Program Assessment Data and Decision Making
Course 5
This course introduces the philosophy and principles of data visualization as it relates to program assessment. It is designed to provide examples of both assessment data and assessment process visualizations to help learners apply data visualization to their own program assessment process. Additional references and resources are provided to aid learners in exploration and application of data visualization in their assessment process.
Course Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Critique graphics and transform them into high impact graphics.
- Apply the principles of graphical integrity, graphical excellence, and graphical design to revise existing graphics and create new graphics from their own assessment process.
Who Should Attend
- Faculty and assessment coordinators aiming to present data more clearly
- Institutional researchers needing to visualize trends and findings
- Anyone looking to communicate assessment results effectively to diverse stakeholders
- Those pursuing the Program Assessment Data and Decision Making certificate
Note: Participants are not limited to those in STEM fields

Course Details
This credentialing course is self-paced and allows registration at any time. Gain immediate access upon registration and start learning on your own schedule.
Expect to spend about eight hours completing the course. Once access is provided and you have logged-in, you have up to six months to complete the course and six months additional access to reference course materials, for a total of 12 months’ access. You must complete all course work and quizzes with a passing grade to earn a digital badge upon course completion. The module quizzes require a 70% or higher and submission of the culminating project is required as the summative assessment.
This is the first course of four, to complete to earn your Program Assessment Data and Decision Making digital certificate.
This course takes place online via D2L, ABET’s learning management system. An internet connection is required to access and complete the course work.
Pricing | Bundle Pricing | ||
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Per Individual Course | $325.00 | 4 Certificates | $4,600.00 |
Per Digital Certificate (4 Courses) | $1,200.00 | 8 Certificates | $9,200.00 |
ABOUT THE COURSE
This credentialing course is self-paced and allows registration at any time. Gain immediate access upon registration and start learning on your own schedule.
Expect to spend about 5 hours completing the course. Access is provided for six months from the registration date. You must complete all course work and quizzes with a passing grade to earn a digital badge upon course completion. Course introductory quiz requires a 90% or higher, the module quizzes require a 70% or higher and the summative assessment requires an 80% or higher.
This is the first of four courses to complete to earn your Program Assessment Design and Develop digital certificate.
DELIVERY METHOD
This course takes place online, via D2L, ABET’s learning management system. An internet connection is required to access and complete the course work.
This is the first of four courses to complete to earn your Program Assessment Design and Develop digital certificate.
COST
Pricing
Per Individual Course $325
Per Digital Certificate (4 Courses) $1,200
Bundle Pricing
4 Certificates $4,600
8 Certificates $9,200
Earn a badge with every course.
Our Program Assessment Data and Decision Making certificate is designed for faculty and assessment coordinators who want to lead effective continuous improvement without burning out. Whether you’re new to assessment or looking to sharpen your skills, ABET’s flexible online courses give you the tools to make data-informed decisions and drive meaningful change in your program.

Certificate 2
Program Assessment Data and Decision Making

Course 5
Data Visualization in Assessment

Course 6
Assessment Data Collection and Analysis

Course 7
Evaluation and Decision Making in Assessment

Course 8
Leading Faculty in Program Assessment
Resources For You
ABET offers more than just credentialing courses in program assessment. Visit our Assessment site to access a variety of free resources including webinars, reading materials and a schedule of upcoming workshops!