Capilano University

Local Government Administration Certificate

Capilano University

Faculty:Faculty of Global & Community Studies
Degree:Certificate
Field of Study:Political Science and Government, Other
Public Administration
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $6,394

Cost shown is for the entire program and includes fees.



Scholarships:1

Description:

Learn about local government administration and gain hands-on skills in the Local Government Administration Certificate at Capilano University. 

As a student of the Local Government Administration Certificate, you’ll gain a broader understanding of local government in B.C. 

Training in this program will help you develop new skills you can apply right away. Courses are taught in a collaborative way by local government leaders. 

CapU also has a partnership with the Local Government Management Association of BC and is able to offer a select number of MATI® (Municipal Administration Training Institute) courses. Check the MATI Courses page for information about current offerings.  

Once you graduate, you'll be a more knowledgeable and effective staff member, manager, leader and change agent within your organization. 

Careers:  

  • This program is developed for people working for a municipality, regional district, First Nations government, improvement district or supporting agency. 

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    High School Requirements 

    • High school graduation or 
    • Permission of the program coordinator 

    Current high school students 

    Grade 12 students can apply for conditional admission based on their final Grade 11 and/or interim Grade 12 marks by uploading their most recent grades (e.g., unofficial transcript or a report card) through EducationPlannerBC. Final admission depends on high school graduation and meeting the specific requirements of the program. 

    Note: Applicants from B.C high schools must release their grades to CapU via the BC Ministry of Education at Student Transcripts Services (STS) as soon as possible. 

    Application Notes :

    English is the language of instruction at CapU. All applicants are required to demonstrate competence in the English language prior to admission. If English is not your first language or you've received your education in a language other than English, you must meet our English Language Requirements.

    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Work Experience

    Current employment in a municipality, regional district, First Nation Government, Improvement District or supporting agency. 

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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