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program director
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The Program Director researches, plans, produces, and implements one or more of the organization's outreach program services. Their role is to hire, train and be a motivating mentor to staff, lead large group discussions to answer questions and remedy complaints, and create and nurture effective communications within the organization. Their responsibilities are to build a strong team through open communications, collaborate on decision-making responsibilities, initiate and set goals for the program, plan programs from start to finish, and develop and approve operations and budgets.

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  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Psychology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$31,580Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Sociology
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,057Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in Physics Education
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$28,739Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Degree in Social Work
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    Avg. Duration:22 monthsAvg. Fees:$24,728Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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5.6 years
$66K
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3.43 years
Senior
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3
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