Academic Advising
The only ONLINE credential that focuses on academic advising in the Canadian context.
At a glance
Program Length: up to 3 years, part-time
Fees: $3,075 plus $100 registration fee
Credential: Letter of Accomplishment in Academic Advising from the University of Manitoba
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Letter of Accomplishment in Academic Advising
The Academic Advising program is designed for current or aspiring academic advisors practicing in a university or college setting. This is the only fully online credential that focuses on academic advising-in the Canadian context.
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Program Description
as listed in the 2019-2020 Academic Calendar
The Letter of Accomplishment (LOA) in Academic Advising provides an understanding of the academic advising landscape in Canada and enables advisors at all levels to deepen their understanding of the theories and practices associated with academic advising and to provide enhanced service to students and their institutions. The LOA is composed of three core courses and two electives.
Who is the Program for?
Admission Requirements
Program Objectives
- Provide an understanding of current best practices in Canadian academic advising
- Provide an in-depth and meaningful experience that enables advisors to provide outstanding service to students and to their institutions
- Present a range of perspectives on contemporary advising issues (e.g., international students, diversity in advising, students at risk)
Program Structure
Program Length
Course Instructors
Delivery Methods
Grading
Fees
Transfer Credit
Courses
Core Courses
Core Courses (Required)
- CHRD 0110 Advising Essentials
- CUCA 0152 Assessment of Academic Advising
- CHRD 0114 Current Issues in Advising
Elective Courses
Revised Structure
- CHRD 0112 Technology in Advising (not currently offered)
- CHRD 0114 Effective Communications (not currently offered)
- CHRD 0116 Advising International Students
- CHRD 0118 Diversity in Advising (not currently offered)
- CUCA 0106 The Role of the Student and Student Needs
- CUCA 0116 Leadership
- CUCA 0120 Responding to Disruptive and at-Risk Students
- CUCA 0122 Supporting Students with Disabilities
- CUCA 0150 Aboriginal Students & the Post-Secondary Journey
Previous Structure
Students are required to complete two electives: one elective from Group A and one elective from Group B.
Group A:
- CHRD 0112 Technology in Advising
- CHRD 0116 Advising International Students
- CHRD 0118 Diversity in Advising
Group B:
- CUCA 0114 Effective Communications
- CUCA 0120 Responding to Disruptive and at-Risk Students
- CUCA 0122 Role of Student & Student Needs
- CUCA 0150 Aboriginal Students & the Post-Secondary Journey
Plan Ahead Course Schedule
TERM | COURSE NUMBER | COURSE NAME |
---|---|---|
WINTER | CUCA 0152 | Assessment of Academic Advising (REQ) |
CUCA 0106 | The Role of the Student and Student Needs (ELE) | |
CUCA 0122 | Supporting Student with Disabilities (ELE) | |
SPRING/SUMMER | CHRD 0114 | Current Issues in Advising (REQ) |
CHRD 0116 | Advising International Students (ELE) | |
FALL | CHRD 0110 | Advising Essentials (REQ) |
CUCA 0116 | Leadership (ELE) | |
CUCA 0150 | Aboriginal Students and the Post-Secondary Journey |
FAQs
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Can I just enroll in a single course if I'm not interested in the entire program?
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Applications may be made to the certificate program at any time.
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Transfer Credits
Transfer Credits: Previous Extended Education Courses
Transfer Credits: From Other Institutions
Student Performance
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