FAQs

Multiple industries in Texas and across the United States are seeking to expand their workforce, but qualified applicants are in short supply and high demand.

As the Great Resignation continues, workers may find themselves looking for new opportunities. Research shows certifications improve job opportunities and salaries – especially in high-paying, high-demand fields such as tech and healthcare.

Zeus is a Texas State University System program, that is currently being run as a partnership between Texas State University's Translational Health Research Center. Courses are developed by industry experts and faculty members across various disciplines.

Originally, the idea came about because the phonetic pronunciation of ‘TSUS’ is ‘Zeus’. But, because Zeus represents the ‘god of destiny’, and this learning platform will have the power to influence learner’s career paths, it seemed appropriate.

Currently, Zeus is home to three courses. These courses include:

• Data Science Pathways
• Visualizing Mental Health
• Mapping Public Health

We are constantly working to develop new courses. Check back soon!

To keep costs as low as possible, the courses will be held in the Canvas Learning Management System, to which Texas State University already has access.

Our first program was funded by the governor’s Emergency Educational Relief Funding under the Accelerating Credentials of Purposes and Value Grant Program to meet the needs of the fast-growing Texas economy. Since then, courses have received funding from other agencies such as the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and the United States Department of Agriculture.