Be ready for the next step in your career. Seize the opportunity at UVic.
Do you want to move up in your career and embrace your future with confidence? Continuing Studies at UVic is here to equip you with the skills needed to focus on your professional development or advance your career head-on.
Our certificate, diploma, and micro-credential programs will prepare you for any opportunity that might come your way, so you can stay on top of industry practices and trends. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or embark on a career change, we offer flexible course lengths, various delivery options, and convenient timing to support your next steps and future success. Financial assistance may also be available for eligible applicants.
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Why choose Continuing Studies at UVic for career training?
- Online, on-campus or a blend of both
- Quality education from the University of Victoria, one of the top universities in Canada
- Certificate, diploma or Pro-D micro-credential options
- Small class sizes
- Expert instructors
- Practical skills employers are looking for
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Browse our topics below to explore deeper perspectives and refresh your career.
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Environment
Teaching, Learning
& Development
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2D Graphics and Rendering Essentials for Video Games (2DGR)
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | BLENDEDBuild on your existing understanding of computer science and gain the fundamental skill set required to develop and manipulate advanced, interactive 2D images used across the creative technology sector, including video game design and development.
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3D Graphics and Rendering Essentials for Video Games (3DGR)
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEBuild on your existing understanding of computer science and gain the fundamental skillset required to develop and manipulate advanced, interactive 3D images used across the creative technology sector, including video game and extended reality application design and development.
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Applied AI
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThis micro-credential introduces and focuses on artificial intelligence (AI) in administrative applications with specific emphasis on how to use it, when to use it, and how to critically assess results.
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Administrative Technology
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINE, BLENDEDThis micro-credential equips learners with the critical skills sought by employers to succeed in a computerized office—from software and database management to data analytics skills, cloud-based applications, digital communication and more.
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Adult and Continuing Education
CERTIFICATE | ONLINE, BLENDEDBuilding an effective workplace learning program means having all the right pieces in place. Gain knowledge and practical skills-building in the areas of program and course development, facilitation and instructional design. Learn how to apply the latest in instructional techniques and online learning tools to reach your learners in more ways than ever before.
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American Sign Language
CERTIFICATE | FACE TO FACEThe American Sign Language (ASL) program will provide you the opportunity to expand your understanding of languages by learning a language that relies on a visual modality. This will develop your awareness and sensitivity to linguistic and cultural diversity that enhances communicative and cultural competence.
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Business Administration (CBA)
CERTIFICATE | ONLINE, BLENDED, FACE TO FACEThe future is determined by what actions you take today. Similar to jumping off a springboard, the results don’t appear from thinking about it—the results show up after you do it. Stay ahead in today’s global economy and gain practical, real-world skills in areas like finance, human resources, communication or marketing.
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Business Administration (DBA)
DIPLOMA | ONLINE, BLENDED, FACE TO FACEBeyond boundaries: gain all-access keys to business success. Whether you want to sharpen your knowledge or master a new skill, having a multi-functional set of business tools is vital for today’s global economy. Our program doesn’t just teach theory, it prepares you to become a resilient business leader ready to take on diverse challenges in the real world.
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Business Communication
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINE, BLENDED, FACE TO FACEThis versatile program provides practical information and easily applied strategies to help you become a confident communicator in any industry. With a focus on developing self-assurance, you’ll learn to foster trust, provide clarity and direction, create better relationships and promote team building as you go places in your career.
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Business Finance
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | FACE TO FACE, BLENDEDThe Micro-certificate in Business Finance is a comprehensive program that provides a solid foundation in accounting principles, finance and investing. Develop essential skills for success in business, administration and entrepreneurship, while gaining the knowledge to make smart financial decisions to reach your business goals.
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Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEIf you are a recent graduate or career professional looking to add relevant and highly marketable skills to your resume or toolkit, these NEW business intelligence and data analytics courses could be just what you need to get the competitive edge in this in-demand field.
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Canadian Fall Prevention Curriculum
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThose working with older adults in long-term, acute and home care will acquire the knowledge and skills to apply an evidence-based approach to the prevention of falls and fall-related injuries. Learn how to design, implement and evaluate a fall prevention program.
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Change Resilience in the Workplace (CRW)
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | BLENDEDThis program will equip professional leaders to proactively drive and adapt to strategic transformations within diverse business environments. Through a combination of theoretical understanding and practical application, students develop competencies in change management, leadership and project management.
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Climate Action Planning
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThe Climate Action Planning micro-credential (CAP) is a great opportunity to learn the foundations of planning for climate action. You will develop the skills needed for you as a professional to put into action at all government levels.
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Climate Activism
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThe Climate Activism program provides climate activists with the skills and knowledge to build practices for organizing transformational change.
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Collections Management
PSC | ONLINE, BLENDEDWithin every object is a story, waiting to be unlocked. Preserving and unlocking the secrets within the cultural production of diverse communities, and sharing their stories with others is what makes history relevant today. This program gives you the skills you need to develop, manage and bring meaning to cultural collections.
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Community Fishers Training
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION | FACE TO FACECommunity Fishers empowers researchers and professional fishers to easily contribute high-quality, continuous data on water properties to help better understand and inform policy on fish habitat and the changes that may be impacting the ocean environment over time.
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Cultural Resource Management
DIPLOMA | ONLINE, BLENDEDIf you’re passionate about preserving cultural resources, the diploma in Cultural Resource Management (CRM) will provide you with the education you need to become a valuable member of any cultural organization. Study alongside museum and heritage professionals from around the world, and learn valuable skills from leading experts in the field.
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Crisis Communication for Public Relations Professionals
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEIn a time characterized by 24-hour news cycles and unparalleled interconnectivity, preserving reputations has become more crucial than ever. This micro-certificate is designed for communicators seeking to enhance their skills by providing them with the expertise to develop, implement and assess robust crisis communication plans.
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Current Concepts in Dentistry
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION | FACE TO FACECurrent Concepts in Dentistry (CCID) is one of the foremost events in the field of dental continuing education. This ADA CERP recognized program is a great opportunity to learn from four outstanding instructors in November each year. You’ll also earn up to seven CE credits per day (28 credits over four days).
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Data Analytics for Management Science (DAMS)
DIPLOMA | FACE TO FACE, ONLINE, BLENDEDThis diploma uniquely integrates hands-on experience with real business datasets, ethical considerations in data analysis, and strategic management principles, all while providing a clear pathway to career opportunities and a network of industry connections.
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Designing Learning for a Changing Workplace
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThe workplace is always evolving like a constant wave, but you have the power to remain steady and not get swept away by constant change. The Micro-certificate in Designing Learning for a Changing Workplace is your opportunity to ride the wave of change and learn how to effectively adapt to it.
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Designing Learning in a Hybrid Workplace
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThe workplace is changing, and many businesses are realizing the future of work is hybrid. Training employees in this new environment requires a new set of skills. In this online micro-credential program, you will gain the necessary skills to effectively design and deliver training for a hybrid workplace through a series of three short, self-paced and stackable courses.
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Digital Marketing
DIPLOMA | FACE TO FACE, ONLINE, BLENDEDThis program equips learners with in-demand skills to plan, execute and analyze digital marketing strategies across SEO, social media, online advertising and content marketing. Graduates gain expertise in integrating digital and traditional marketing for impactful campaigns.
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Digital Planning for the Cultural Sector
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEDigital Planning for the Cultural Sector provides just-in-time training for professionals in the museum, heritage and cultural sector to develop the critical competencies and skills needed to make informed decisions around the future of digital technologies for cultural organizations.
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Ecological Restoration
PSC | ONLINEThis non-credit certificate provides advanced ecology training for professionals working in landscape architecture, landscape design and management, forestry, agrology, biology, mining, ecological restoration or environmental practice. The courses will prepare you to conduct site assessments and restoration projects with special attention to the unique challenges presented by altered environments.
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Emergency Management for Organizational Continuity
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEContinuity during a crisis requires thinking three moves ahead. The new Emergency Management for Organizational Continuity program equips learners with the knowledge and skills needed to plan for and maintain business continuity in the event of an emergency such as a natural disaster, pandemic, conflict or cyber-attack.
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Environmental and Occupational Health
CERTIFICATE | ONLINEIn this program, you’ll learn how to identify health risks, prevent serious accidents and maintain safety regulations in the workplace. The EOH program meets the requirements set by the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP), and has received the Project Minerva Canada Award from the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering.
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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINE, BLENDEDThis program empowers employers and employees to drive positive change by fostering equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplaces. Participants will learn about intercultural communication, systemic barriers and talent acquisition to transform work environments and promote collaboration.
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Essential Soft Skills Training
Micro-certificate| ONLINEThe Essential Soft Skills Training (ESST) micro-credential is a new five-week, part-time, instructor-led online program that will build learners’ competencies in critical soft skills: organizational skills, communication skills, critical thinking, and team-building.
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Fire Ecology for Environmental Restoration
Micro-certificate | BLENDEDThe Fire Ecology for Environmental Restoration program equips learners with practical knowledge to understand and treat the effects of fire on natural ecosystems.
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Fundamental Leadership Skills
Micro-certificate| BLENDEDThis program is designed to equip emerging leaders with the essential skills and knowledge to lead effectively in today’s dynamic environments. Explore foundational leadership theories, develop practical skills for leading teams, and learn to navigate organizational challenges with confidence and strategic insight.
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French Immersion Teacher Mentorship
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION | ONLINEFrench Immersion teachers in BC face unique challenges. The French Immersion Teacher Mentorship program transforms practice through mentorship, to create a more engaged and confident workforce.
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French Immersion Teacher Pro-D
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | ONLINEFrench Immersion teachers in BC face unique challenges. The French Immersion Teacher professional development series transforms practice through workshops dedicated to the unique needs of in-service immersion teachers.
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Green Shores™ Training
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION | FACE TO FACEThe Green Shores Training program provides options and tools for a wide range of planning, design and construction professionals and landowners who are interested in minimizing the environmental impacts of their projects in a cost-effective manner.
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Health Terminology and Interoperability Standards
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThe Health Terminology and Interoperability Standards professional certificate is a one-year, part-time, online non-credit program. After graduation of the program, you will be eligible for the Canadian College of Health Information Management Certified Terminology Standards Specialist (CTSS) credential.
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Inclusive Leadership Strategies (ILS)
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | BLENDEDThe Inclusive Leadership Strategies program is designed to empower emerging and established leaders with essential competencies to effectively navigate and lead within diverse workplace environments. You will gain practical leadership skills to foster positive organizational cultures where everyone feels valued.
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Indigenous Cultural Stewardship (ICS)
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEWeaving together a more respectful and inclusive cultural sector. This micro-credential provides the knowledge and skills to recognize, revitalize, protect and celebrate Indigenous cultural heritage. Make positive and sustainable change in the museum and heritage sector.
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Indigenous Governance in Canada (IGC)
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThis micro-certificate provides foundational knowledge on concepts, themes and topics needed to understand and appreciate Indigenous governance. This includes historical and contemporary challenges facing Indigenous Peoples, including the Indian Act and its impact on Indigenous governance.
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Indigenous Language Documentation
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEDocumentation plays a key role in language reclamation. This new micro-credential will give you skills in audio/video recording and editing, working with archival materials, creating resources, and best practices for collecting and safeguarding Elders' voices and cultural knowledge.
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Intellectual and Cultural Property Law
PSC | BLENDEDGain a deeper understanding of intellectual property laws, not only federally and provincially but with a focus on Indigenous intellectual property laws, customs and traditions. With a robust and interdisciplinary learning environment, our program integrates a unique perspective on legal principles and concepts.
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Indigenous Language Revitalization (CILR)
CERTIFICATE | FACE TO FACEThis award-winning program will strengthen your understanding of language loss, maintenance and recovery, and help you develop the knowledge and practical strategies for language revitalization activities across British Columbia and beyond. Courses are offered in a variety of communities in British Columbia, the Northwest Territories and more.
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Intercultural Studies and Practice
DIPLOMA | FACE TO FACE, BLENDEDThe Intercultural Studies and Practice (ISP) program aims to develop social responsibility and a clearer understanding and awareness of the complex issues at play in our increasingly multicultural society. You will develop skills to support all aspects of cultural diversity, inclusion and social change in your community, workplace and around the world.
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La Maison Francaise
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION | ONLINELa Maison Française (LMF) is an intensive, virtual, non-credit, summer French immersion program. It is open to Canadian and international students and is intended for learners 18 years and up, at all levels of proficiency, from total beginner to advanced.
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LiDAR Fundamentals for Climate Change Risk Analysis
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThis micro-credential program will equip students to use and analyze LiDAR data. Using remote sensing survey data via LiDAR, students will gain skills to analyze wildfire risk, mining, flood mapping, coastal zone conservation, agriculture, urban development, transportation and other industries.
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Mapping with Drones
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEDo you want to take your connection to our planet to new heights? Capture detailed images from the sky for mapping landscapes and monitoring environmental change. Develop your analytical skills to identify real world features and structures in ways that allow you to provide detailed assessments of our planet. Soar to new perspectives with Mapping with Drones.
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Marketing Communication
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | FACE TO FACE, BLENDEDThe Micro-certificate in Marketing Communication introduce learners to marketing theory and practices, communication planning and social media communications.
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October Teacher Pro-D Day
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT | FACE TO FACEJoin us on the province-wide October Pro-D Day for workshops that focus on relevant topics for teachers. Workshop participants will leave with new ideas and the tools to incorporate those ideas into their classrooms. This is a fantastic opportunity to renew your inspiration, learn new skills, and network with other teachers.
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Organizational Preparedness and Adaptability
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEA six-week online program to help you become more proactive, rather than reactive, and to prepare your organization to withstand any crisis. Put the right plans in place to keep your organization moving forward.
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Palliative Care Pharmacy
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThis online program enables pharmacists to acquire the specialized knowledge to support palliative care patients and their families, as well as other members of the interprofessional team, in pain and symptom management, deprescribing, addressing adverse events, and use of opioids and cannabis.
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Politics, Policy and Climate Actions (PPCA)
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThis program provides insights into the policy and political contexts that shape climate action across scales from local to global, including relevant institutional and governance innovations. You will gain skills and strategies for engaging and overcoming stagnation and polarization—and develop strategies that are responsive to climate science—as well as the social and ecological impacts of climate change.
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Population Health Data Analysis
PSC | ONLINEEvery piece of data tells a story. This program will prepare you to tell that story. Learn a broad array of techniques to analyze and interpret health data through online discussions, assignments and practical data analysis applications. Each course introduces relevant analytical approaches and provides you with the knowledge and evaluative tools to discern how to apply them in practice.
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Practical Leadership for Technology and Engineering
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThis micro-credential program provides learners with the high-demand, leadership soft skills needed for effective communication, active listening, team-building, conflict resolution and feedback processes within an environment specific to engineering management, technology and geomatics.
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Professional Communication in the Workplace
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThis program offers a holistic understanding of the real-world applications of AI in domains such as business, marketing, healthcare or finance, and addresses the built-in biases of AI development and deployment to ensure users are prepared to assess and critically engage with AI in the workplace.
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Public Relations
DIPLOMA | ONLINETake your PR career to new heights. In today’s rapidly changing world, public relations professionals must be able to design external and internal communication strategies and integrate the new theoretical and practical models of public relations into their organization’s practice. This program prepares you to think critically, develop teamwork skills and manage time effectively.
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Restoration of Natural Systems
CERTIFICATE | BLENDEDThe bridge to a healthier ecological future. Knowing where we are headed, from an ecological standpoint, requires an understanding of environmental impacts and recovery strategies. The RNS program provides a bridge that connects this knowledge with the practical skills needed to solve complex restoration issues. The program’s holistic approach will empower you to make a difference in how we connect with the natural world.
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Restoration of Natural Systems
DIPLOMA | BLENDEDThe bridge to a healthier ecological future. Knowing where we are headed, from an ecological standpoint, requires an understanding of environmental impacts and recovery strategies. The RNS program provides a bridge that connects this knowledge with the practical skills needed to solve complex restoration issues. The program’s holistic approach will empower you to make a difference in how we connect with the natural world.
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Skill Building for Public Relations
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThis program will give you job-ready skills for a public relations profession. You will explore the fundamentals including public relations writing, social media, communications planning, media relations, leadership and more.
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Strategies and Actions for Independent Living (SAIL)
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINEThis short, practical fall prevention micro-credential program is designed for home health care aides who provide day-to-day in-home care for frail older adults, to help their clients live independently and safely at home.
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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION | FACE TO FACE, ONLINETEFL will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to teach with authority and find employment with a respected school. It will also prepare you to navigate the demands of a changing marketplace and the stresses of living and working in a new country.
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Teaching English Language Learning
Micro-certificate | ONLINEAs a K-12 teacher, you can now earn a Micro-certificate in Teaching English Language Learning (TELL) by completing two online courses offered through Continuing Studies at UVic.
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Teaching the Holocaust (TTH)
Micro-certificate | ONLINEThis program is specifically designed for in-service and pre-service secondary school teachers preparing to integrate Holocaust education into their classrooms. It is also open to educators engaged in Holocaust education.
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Tourism Sustainability
Micro-certificate | ONLINEThis micro-certificate addresses the response to extreme weather events and the global need for climate change mitigation and adaption. The program aims to prepare learners with the tools and knowledge to navigate environmental challenges in the tourism sector.
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Visitor and Community Engagement (VCE)
PSC | ONLINE, BLENDEDAs a museum, heritage or cultural professional, you know that so much of your work is about making connections. This program brings focus and increased understanding to the skills and strategies needed to build and maintain relationships with diverse communities so organizations can better engage and serve their public(s).
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Wound Care for Clients Experiencing Inequities
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINELearn to apply the latest best practices in wound management in a context of harm reduction and trauma-informed care for clients experiencing inequities, including individuals living in high-risk environments, experiencing homelessness or using substances.
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Wound Management for Health Professionals
MICRO-CERTIFICATE | ONLINE, BLENDEDProficient wound management is an ever-present challenge for professional health care clinicians. Chronic and acute wound prevention and treatment requires a strong foundation of theory and principles combined with evidence-based practice. This online program for health care professionals combines the most current information and trends in wound care.
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General Studies
CERTIFICATE | ONLINE, BLENDED, FACE TO FACEIf you've been browsing through our programs and seeing courses that you’d like to take but they’re in multiple areas, the Certificate in General Studies (CGS) is for you! In the CGS program, you create your own course of study by choosing courses from any of our program offerings. CGS will help you to meet your specific learning needs and achieve your unique goals. Design your own learning program.
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New programs coming soon!
We are working on a number of exciting new programs exploring the latest in a wide range of topics, taught in small-class and online learning environments. Join our email lists and we'll let you know once details become available.
Different program types to suit your goals
Uncertain about what type of credential best suits your learning goals? Here is a breakdown of the various credentials offered through our professional programming.
Micro-certificates areshort, flexible up-skilling or re-skilling opportunities. Learn more about micro-credentials and our current short program offerings.
| Credential type | Credential description | Credit or non-credit |
| Certificate of Participation | Awarded after attending a course or grouping of courses that does not have any formalized assessment. Typically, participants use this type of education for professional development purposes and, in some cases, as evidence of participation for professional development units (PDUs) or continuing education credits to fulfill industry specific requirements. | Non-credit |
| Certificate of Completion | Awarded for courses or programs of study that are not professional in nature, but do require formal assessment. | Non-credit |
| Micro-certificate | A micro-certificate is a short, focused, competency-based qualification that is aligned with industry, community and/or Indigenous community needs. The length of the program varies but is typically one to three courses or up to 120 hours. | Non-credit |
| Professional Specialization Certificate (PSC) | A PSC is a profession-specific program for learners who already hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least 2 years of work-related experience. Typically 4 courses or a minimum of 150 hours of learning (6 credit units). Learning is assessed. | Credit or non-credit |
| Certificate | A certificate is typically 7 to 10 courses that leads to a specific set of program learning objectives (270-390 hours of instruction). Learning is assessed. | Credit or non-credit |
| Diploma | A diploma is 10 to 15 courses (390+ hours of instruction), that lead to a specific set of program learning objectives. Credit courses completed may be applied towards an undergraduate degree with approval as long as students meet current admission requirements. Learning is assessed. | Credit or non-credit |
Why choose Continuing Studies at UVic?
Since its inception in 1963, the Division of Continuing Studies has been an integral part of the University of Victoria, providing adult and continuing education programming. We partner with all UVic faculties to provide stimulating, high quality education opportunities to local as well as international learners.
Our programs are a balance of theory and practice
Our instructors are well respected professionals in their fields
Our small class sizes mean more student-teacher interaction
