Continuing Studies at UVic
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Programs coming soon

Looking to refresh your skills or to develop new ones for our changing world? 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 below and we'll let you know once details become available. 

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Shxun’utun Sul’hween - Footprints of the Ancestors: Pathways to Reconciliation

CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION

Shxun’utun Sul’hween/Footprints of the Ancestors: Pathways to Reconciliation is an elders and youth gathering for everyone involved in education, health care and public service. Participants will engage in cultural activities offered by Elders from the Snaw-Naw-As First Nation in cooperation with respected Elders and Knowledge Keepers from neighbouring Coast Salish nations.

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Advanced Business Intelligence and Data Analytics

MICRO-CERTIFICATE

The Advanced Business Intelligence and Data Analytics micro-credential will build on the foundational learning in BIDA 301: Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Fundamentals and BIDA 302: Data Analytics Coding Fundamentals (or equivalent, for learners coming in to the program with prior analytics and coding experience), and will allow students to progress to higher-level in-demand data analysis, visualization and modelling skills.

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

MICRO-CERTIFICATE

This 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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Indigenous Language Documentation

MICRO-CERTIFICATE

Documentation plays a key role in language reclamation. This new micro-credential in Indigenous Language Documentation 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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Designing Learning for a Changing Workplace

MICRO-CERTIFICATE

In this short micro-credential, performance and learning professionals will build on their existing skills and experience to meet the changing industry needs. They will learn to design and develop programs that align with the necessities of a hybrid workforce and support employees to improve their job performance.

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Essential Skills for Business Intelligence and Data Analytics

MICRO-CERTIFICATE

Understanding the power of data is quickly becoming one of the most critical, in-demand skill sets for work in the 21st century.

Those who meet the program criteria will be able to enjoy this online fundamental program for free.

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Marketing Communication

MICRO-CERTIFICATE

The Micro-certificate in Marketing Communication will introduce learners to marketing theory and practices, communication planning and social media communications.

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Business Finance

MICRO-CERTIFICATE

The Micro-certificate in Business Finance will provide learners with a solid foundation in accounting principles and practices, forecasting, finance and investing principles for use in small and medium-sized businesses. 

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Wound Care for Clients Experiencing Inequities

MICRO-CERTIFICATE

Learn 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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Climate Action Planning

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE

The 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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Indigenous Cultural Stewardship

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE

Weaving 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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Suggestion Box

We want to continue to develop programs that are relevant to our students. Please list any topics, not currently offered by Continuing Studies at UVic, that would be beneficial to your professional development.