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Certificate In Community Leadership

Part-time Credit Certificate Program (12 credits)

Program Overview

Communities and organizations are continually faced with change and challenges. In order to respond to economic, social and cultural challenges, the Certificate In Community Leadership provides a cross-disciplinary approach to building community leadership. Participants will develop skills and knowledge in leadership, community awareness, community-based action research, and fostering leadership development.

Career Opportunities

The Certificate In Community Leadership Program provides an opportunity for:

  • Municipal staff and elected officials to develop skills in community leadership.
  • A complementary credential for students and graduates of a wide range of programs, who wish to add community leadership skills to their studies.
  • Individuals who have completed the Leadership BC program, or other leadership training, to pursue further studies in community leadership.
  • Any individuals who wish to develop community leadership skills.

Program Format

Courses are offered on a part-time basis, typically scheduled in the evenings. It is intended to be accessible for individuals who are working, as well as students attending other programs at Vancouver Island University.

Program Content

The program is comprised of three components, totaling 12 credits:

1. Leadership and Community - 6 credits

  • A 3-credit Leadership course:
    • Foundations in Community Leadership I (LEAD 100) - Note: that the Leadership BC Program is accepted as equivalent.
  • OR,
    • One of the following acceptable Vancouver Island University courses:
    • TOUR 161 (3) - Leadership in Tourism;
    • RMGT 161 (3) - Leadership in Recreation and Sport;
    • WOST 320 (3) - Women and Leadership;
    • WOST 100 (3) - Young Women and Leadership; Issues and Action;
    • PHED 461 (3) - Applied Leadership and Organization in Physical Activity;
    • MGMT 145 (2) - Interpersonal Skills & MGMT 146 (2) Team Building Skills.

AND

  • A 3-credit Community course:
    • Foundations in Community Leadership II (LEAD 101) - Note: that the Leadership BC Program is accepted as equivalent.
  • OR,
    • One of the following acceptable Vancouver Island University courses:
    • HSER 110 (3) - Working in the Community Context;
    • SSER 250 (3) - Community Development;
    • TRMT 353 (3) - Community Development in Recreation and Tourism;
    • FNAT 420 (6) - First Nations Families and Communities;
    • NURS 350 (3) - Health IV: Health Promotion and Community Empowerment.
  1. Action Research in Communities (LEAD 200) - 3 credits
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  2. Fostering Leadership Development (HSD 375) - 3 credits

Admission Requirements

Applicants must apply to Vancouver Island University, and must meet General Admission Requirements for University and Career/Technical Programs as outlined in the Vancouver Island University Calendar. Students must meet any prerequisites stated for specific courses.

How To Apply

Complete the Vancouver Island University Application For Admission Form, including any required documentation. Note that a one-time $30 application fee is charged for first-time applicants to Vancouver Island University.

Start Date and Application Deadline

The program typically starts in the Fall of each year. Individual courses are also open to those interested in particular topics, provided any prerequisites are met. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:

The registration and fee information included here is for Canadian students only.
Contact the International Education office in Building 255 for information. International students must apply by following the international student application procedure.