Our Stories

The information and experience gained were very useful, and I really enjoyed the interaction with the instructors and my classmates.
Supervisory Development Citation student
It was an amazing experience and learning journey. I highly recommend the ALUP program to anyone interested in the field.


I learned a lot about different techniques. Getting advice and feedback from the instructors was very helpful, and I liked the sense of community I got from interacting with other students, seeing what they were doing, and learning from them.
Visual Arts student
Taking the Digital Marketing program has been one of the best decisions that I’ve ever made in my life and that I’m feeling very optimistic about my future because of it. The program has been incredible and the instructors are all excellent.
Digital Marketing Certificate student


The Faculty of Extension has created a life-long learner in me; I’m so grateful for that.
Digital Marketing Certificate student
The instruction and lab supervision were top-notch.
Applied Geostatistics Citation student


The courses blended with my current line of work and, at the same time, provided me with new insight into a broader range of privacy topics.
Information Access and Protection of Privacy Certificate student
I really liked how eClass is easy to navigate and to use.
National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration Level I student


I loved the program. Everything was great! The teachers were awesome — so smart and personable.
Construction Management and Administration Certificate student
It’s great that the instructors acknowledge the constraints in the life of a “mature” student with family and job commitments.


The teachers are knowledgeable and approachable, always willing to assist you.
I’ve gained a great deal of knowledge from the program.


Because the instructors actually work in the “real world,” they can take their experiences and make them relatable to the course materials. That helped me learn immensely.
NACLAA is a well-rounded program that shows you the relationship between all levels of government and how they collaborate to develop a community.
Local Authority Administration (NACLAA I) Advanced Certificate student


I like how you have some flexibility with your learning pace while also keeping to an established timeline.
Local Authority Administration (NACLAA II) Advanced Certificate student
This was my first fully online program, and I loved it. Never thought one can learn so much using this method. Now I am hooked!
Information Access and Protection of Privacy Certificate student


The instructors are experienced and engaging. They effectively leveraged current events and practical examples to reinforce key concepts.
Information Access and Protection of Privacy Certificate student
I’d recommend the IAPP program both to those already in the field and those who want to start an exciting career and move up fast.
Information Access and Protection of Privacy Certificate student


The teachers were excellent and very helpful.
The broad scope of the information provided helps you understand most aspects of local government operations.
National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration Level I student


The assignments were thought-provoking, always encouraging us to consider multiple solutions to a problem.
Business Analysis Certificate student
The instructors were very knowledgeable. I learned a lot from them.
Visual Arts student


The program really helped me build a network to support my career. It was life-changing for me.
A big plus is the interaction you get throughout the courses. You hear different stories, listen to different opinions… It really helps you to gain some perspective.
Management Development Certificate for Professional Engineers & Geoscientists student


All instructors were extremely well versed in their fields. But one of them — a senior lawyer with the Alberta Government who taught a course on OHS law — was incredibly impressive.