Certificate – Adult Learning and Education Graduate Certificate Program
The Graduate Certificate Program is designed to meet the continuing professional development needs of those involved in the broad field of adult learning and education. Are you responsible for providing adult learning opportunities in your workplace, union, professional organization, community, advocacy group, non-profit society or business? Are involved with designing learning programs for adults, exploring what their interests and needs are, creating a program that enables adults to develop their knowledge and learn new skills, and assessing the outcomes and effectiveness of such learning? Are you wanting to study at the graduate level but do not have the time or resources to complete a full master program? Then this program is for you.
Certificate – Adult Learning and Education Undergraduate Certificate Program
The Undergraduate Certificate in Adult Learning and Education (UGCALE) is designed to introduce the broad field of adult learning and education to those who anticipate being involved with or who may already be designing, planning, implementing, teaching and evaluating educational and training programs for adults as part of their lifelong learning and professional practice. The certificate will appeal to people who facilitate adult learning or practice adult education in a broad array of formal, non-formal and informal settings. In particular, they will appeal to community workers, trainers in business and industry, people working in health-related fields (nutritionists, nurses, kinesiologists, dental hygienists), sports (personal trainers, coaches), teachers of English Language Learners, those involved with development work overseas, community college employees, school teachers contemplating a career in adult education or anyone thinking of entering a university graduate program in adult learning and education.Do you want to get a certificate that documents your studies in Adult Learning and Education and that is recognized by employers, but do not have the time or resources to complete the Diploma?
Certificate – BC Early Childhood Education Assistant
Certification by the BC Ministry of Children and Family Development allows students to work with young children in an early childhood setting (ages birth to 5 years), under the supervision of a qualified Early Childhood Educator.
Following completion of one of the online courses (ECED 401, EPSE 406, or ECED 407), students may apply for the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Assistant Certificate with the BC ECE Registry. This allows students to work within the childcare system while continuing to complete the BC ECE Basic Certificate Program or another program of study.
Certificate – BC Early Childhood Education Basic
The BC ECE Basic Certificate program consists of 39 credits (13 courses) of prescribed online courses and 9 credits of in-person practicum courses held at BC-licensed early childcare centres (48 credits total). Most practica will take place in the Lower Mainland. Once students are admitted, they can discuss with their advisor the potential for a rural or non-Lower Mainland practicum.
Certificate – Business English
For English as an Additional Language Learners
Develop Your Business English Skills in 3 Weeks!
Improve your speaking fluency and listening skills using business-themed topics and materials through our 3-week Business English program.
You will develop your business English skills by writing emails, memos and business letters, role-playing meetings, and discussing case studies. Class activities include group discussions, guest speakers, student presentations, and field trips.
You will be immersed in a rich English-language environment where you can contribute your expertise and collaborate with fellow students. Classes run all day from Monday to Thursday and half day on Friday.
Upon completion of the program you will receive a certificate and transcript.
Who It’s For
Business English is for students with an intermediate to advanced level of English and wish to improve their speaking fluency and listening ability in business settings. Most students have some interest or background in business, either through study or work experience.
Certificate – English for Academic Purposes
Develop Your Academic Writing, Reading, Speaking, & Listening Skills
English for Academic Purposes Online offers the same excellent teaching, curriculum and daily social activities as our on campus program. Take part in live chats, video presentations and interactive group projects!
This program is for students who want to develop their academic writing, reading, speaking, and listening skills. Many students in this program are hoping to study at a university where English is the language of instruction.
The program lines up with the UBC academic calendar to allow for an easy transition for students starting a UBC degree program.
You will be tested online in advance to ensure your understanding of English meets the minimum requirements.
Upon completion of each 8-week program you will receive a certificate and transcript.
Who It’s For
English for Academic Purposes is for students who want to develop their academic writing, reading, speaking, and listening skills and want the convenience of online learning! Many students in this program are hoping to study at a university where English is the language of instruction.
Certificate – English for Academic Purposes
Gain the English-Language Skills & Confidence to Succeed
English for Academic Purposes is designed to give you the English-language skills and confidence to succeed in an academic setting while also helping you to understand the North American classroom culture of universities and colleges.
This program is for students who are at an intermediate or advanced level of English and want to develop their academic reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
The program is multi-level so you can progress each term to the next level! It is designed to continue to challenge you as your English skills improve.
This program meets UBC’s English Language Admission Standard (Certificate in English Language) with successful completion of two courses at the 600 level.
Upon completion of each 8-week program you will receive a certificate and transcript.
Who It’s For
English for Academic Purposes is for students who want to develop their academic writing, reading, speaking, and listening skills. Many students in this program are hoping to study at a university where English is the language of instruction.
The program lines-up with the UBC academic calendar to allow for an easy transition for students starting a UBC degree program.
Certificate – Excel
International Professional Development Program For Secondary School English Language Teachers
Contemporary English language pedagogy integrated with English for English teaching proficiency.
Boosting students’ English language proficiency requires teachers who are competent in classroom English, have contemporary pedagogical knowledge and skills, and are aware of global sociolinguistic perspectives on for example, world Englishes.
Recognizing this heightening demand on working teachers, UBC Faculty of Education has developed a hybrid, internationally-minded, professional development program. It is aimed at in-service, non-native English speaking teachers of English as a foreign language at secondary schools around the world. Participants experience three-weeks’ learning at UBC campus, followed by 12 weeks of online learning after returning home.
The program is offered collaboratively through the Faculty’s Department of Language and Literacy Education (LLED) and English Language Institute (ELI). Upon completion of the program you will receive a certificate.
Certificate – Explore English
Improve Your English Fluency & Accuracy
Explore English focuses on speaking fluency and accuracy. Classes provide you with language instruction and practice along with opportunities to explore global topics through collaborative group work, facilitated discussion, and interaction with guest speakers.
Who it’s For
Canadian students who have received a bursary from the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (CMEC).
International or Canadian students who have an elementary level of English and want to improve their English skills alongside both international and Canadian students
Certificate – Explore English
Improve Your English Fluency & Accuracy
Explore English focuses on speaking fluency and accuracy. Classes provide you with language instruction and practice along with opportunities to explore global topics through collaborative group work, facilitated discussion, and interaction with guest speakers.
Who it’s For
Canadian students who have received a bursary from the Council of Ministers of Education Canada (CMEC).
International and Canadian students who have not received a bursary are welcome to apply for the On Campus version of this program.
Certificate – Global Citizenship Through English
Advance Your Understanding of Global Issues & Improve Your English
In this program you’ll get to:
- Practice English in real time with live video and instant messaging
- Work in pairs and teams with your classmates from different countries and cultures
- Take part in projects, facilitated discussions and short talks by guest speakers
- Join virtual tours of UBC’s campus and downtown Vancouver
Who it’s For
Global Citizenship through English is designed for students who wish to improve their English skills and learn about civil society, global citizenship and sustainability in both a Canadian and a global context.
Many students choose to start their studies at ELI in this program before moving into English for Academic Purposes or Vancouver English Experience programs.
Upon completion of the program you will receive a certificate.
Certificate – Global Citizenship Through English
Advance your understanding of current global issues while improving your spoken English fluency and accuracy.
Classes provide language instruction and practice, along with opportunities to explore inspiring themes through group projects, lectures, discussions, presentations, guest speakers and educational outings.
Who it’s For
Global Citizenship through English is designed for students who wish to improve their English skills and learn about civil society, global citizenship and sustainability in both a Canadian and a global context.
Many students choose to start their studies at ELI in this program before moving into English for Academic Purposes or Vancouver English Experience programs.
Upon completion of the program you will receive a certificate.
Certificate – Infant Development & Supported Child Development (IDSC)
This certificate program aims to provide students with a basic foundation of the knowledge and skills needed to work with young children (birth to 9 years) with special needs and their families especially in the Infant Development Program (IDP) and the Supported Child Development program (SCD).
Certificate – Orientation & Mobility
This program prepares students to teach all age ranges of individuals who are blind or visually impaired to travel safely and efficiently through their environment.
Completion of the program will allow students to apply for certification with the Academy for Certification of Vision Rehabilitation and Education Professionals (ACVREP) as a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS).
Certificate – SoTL Leadership in Higher Education
International Faculty SoTL Leadership Program: UBC Certificate on Curriculum and Pedagogy in Higher Education
Universities around the world recognize the importance and complexity of offering high quality and high engagement student learning experiences in diverse and internationally-responsive undergraduate and graduate programs. Senior educational leaders are thus increasingly required to account for research-informed, evidence-based, effective, efficient and strategically aligned curriculum and pedagogical practices.
In response to these scholarly, professional and institutional challenges, The International Faculty SoTL Leadership Program: UBC Certificate on Curriculum and Pedagogy in Higher Education prepares senior educational leaders to develop expertise in scholarly approaches to, and the scholarship of curriculum and pedagogical practices in complex higher education settings.
Certificate – Vancouver English Experience
Gain Real-World English Language Skills
The Vancouver English Experience Program is an exciting program in which you gain real-world English language skills, and personal and professional skills that you can use for your career, study, and travel.
Learn and practise English in engaging, lively classes, then head out onto the University of British Columbia campus and into Vancouver to create projects that will inspire you. Experience new challenges and themes as you progress through the program.
Who it’s For
The Vancouver English Experience Program is designed for globally-minded and adventurous students who want to study, work and travel in English. The program is for you if you want to:
- Learn real-world, practical English inside and outside the classroom.
- Experience UBC and Vancouver with frequent field trips into the community.
- Build teamwork and critical thinking skills with group work, discussions, and projects.
- Create unforgettable projects using current themes adapted to your interests.
- Meet and talk to Canadians in authentic situations and settings.
- Upon completion of each 8-week program you will receive a certificate and transcript.
Certificate in Education – Health & Wellness
This program is consistent with a global movement that recognizes healthy children and youth are better able to learn and that schools are well suited to be able to influence students’ health. Given initiatives such as HealthySchools and ActNowBC, this program contributes to the ongoing development of knowledge and skills in the area of Health Education for current educators.
Certificate in Education – Textiles Studies
A Collaboration with Kwantlen University College
This program is designed for teachers of textile studies who want to strengthen their knowledge in the area, or for teachers who want to develop expertise for the teaching of textile studies.The certificate program consists of five courses – three from UBC, and two from Kwantlen.
Certificate in Education – Computing Studies
The Certificate in Education sub-specialization in Integrating Technology through Education and Culture is offered through the Department of Curriculum and Pedagogy subject areas: Computing Studies and Technology Studies Education Programs.
The iTEC Certificate Program provides an opportunity for teachers to have hands-on experiences with educational technologies and technology-based learning. Students will work with emerging forms of digital media, technologies, and learning management systems, social media, and communication networks. Students will have opportunities to teach and learn in formal (public and private K–12 schools) and informal (museums, centers, community–based institutions) educational venues to improve their understanding and practices in the pedagogical uses of information and communication technologies (ICT) within face-to-face, mixed-mode, and online-distance education settings.
This program focuses on established and emerging digital media and educational technology perspectives and practices for the purpose of both enhancing your knowledge of existing educational technology curriculum issues and developing new areas of inquiry specific to your interests and situation.
Certificate in Education – Teacher-Librarianship
Today’s teacher librarian is a dynamic teacher able to:
plan units of study collaboratively with other teachers; teach information literacy to students; develop curricula that integrates information literacy and technology; work with teachers to improve literacy learning; select quality resources and manage collections that support the curriculum, lifelong learning, and independent reading.
The diploma and certificate programs incorporate course work in educational leadership, inquiry-based learning, literacy, collaborative planning and teaching, information literacy, curriculum design and implementation, multi-media resources, and learning technologies.
Certificate TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language)
There are two types of TESL certificates: the TESL Coursework Certificate and the TESL Certificate with Practicum.
To receive the 12-credit TESL Coursework Certificate from the Department of Language and Literacy Education, a student must complete LLED 489 (6 credits) and LLED 478 (6 credits). Note that courses other than LLED 489 that may count as prerequisites for LLED 478 cannot count as credit towards the certificate.
To receive the 15-credit TESL Certificate with Practicum, a student must complete LLED 489 (6 credits), LLED 478A (3 credits), LLED 478B (3 credits) and LLED 399 (3 credits).
Certificate – Early Years Education (EYED)
This certificate program focuses broadly on developing early childhood education (ECE) curricula and the principles of teaching and learning in the early years (preschool to Grade 3).
Certification for Special Education – Behaviour Analyst Certification
The broad field of behaviour analysis grew out of the scientific study of principles of learning and behaviour. It has two main branches: experimental and applied behaviour analysis. The experimental analysis of behaviour is the basic science of this field and has over many decades accumulated a substantial and well-respected research literature. This literature provides the scientific foundation for applied behaviour analysis (ABA), which is both an applied science that develops methods of changing behaviour and a profession that provides services to meet diverse learning and behavioural needs. Professionals in applied behaviour analysis engage in the specific and comprehensive use of the principles of learning in order to address behavioural needs of widely varying individuals in diverse settings. Examples of these applications include building the skills and achievements of children in school settings; and enhancing the development, abilities, and choices of children and adults with various types of kinds of disabilities.
Graduate Certificate & Masters in High Performance Coaching & Technical Leadership (HPC&TL)
The UBC Masters in High Performance Coaching and Technical Leadership is a three year, 30 credit specialized program for experienced sport coaches and technical leaders who are looking to advance in their careers.
The program is composed of a one year graduate certificate followed by masters course work. Year one (June) and two (August) begin with a week long residential institute held at UBC Vancouver. The remaining schedule consists of online teaching methods that are designed to facilitate the participation of candidates from across Canada and around the world.
Graduate Certificate – Educational Technology
The Graduate Certificate in Educational Technology allows you to undertake study in this field without committing to a full Master of Educational Technology (MET) program. As a graduate certificate student, you may select from the same range of courses offered to those in the full MET program, and you will study alongside students in the Master of Educational Technology program.
In order to complete a certificate, you must complete ETEC 500 and at least one other MET core course, plus three elective courses.
- New students are accepted into the graduate certificate program three times per year in January, May, and September.
- Graduate certificate students typically complete their program in 1-2 years. <li<Up to 3 credits of non-MET courses may be credited towards your graduate certificate with approval of the MET Academic Advisor.
Higher Education Graduate Certificate Program
The Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (GCHIED) is designed to meet the continuing professional development needs of those involved in the field of higher education. This certificate is intended for individuals in teaching, supporting, or monitoring roles in public and private institutions of higher education in British Columbia and beyond. Students will complete coursework on the following topics: an introduction to the field of higher education; the historical, philosophical, economic, and sociological foundations of higher education; organization and administration of higher education; and the Canadian systems of higher education.
