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We can help you boost your existing career or embark on a new one.
- On-Demand Learning 40+
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- Credential Programs 30+
- Professional Designations 17
Open to everyone, and there is no admission process to register in classes.
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Tailored to suit your needs
We cater to learners who want to advance their careers while also working full-time jobs.
Our class offerings include daytime, weekend, evening, and condensed courses. You can also learn online or in a blended format that combines online and in-class components.
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Reputation matters
The U of A’s Faculty of Extension is widely regarded among business and government leaders for its ability to provide professional education that responds to the evolving industry needs.
The course content is good, the instructors are knowledgeable, and the accessibility outside of regular workday hours makes the certificate attainable.
The teachers are knowledgeable and approachable, always willing to assist you.
The instructors were very knowledgeable. I learned a lot from them.
Visual Arts student
The program gave me new insight into how interconnected everything is in the municipal world, how it all works together.
Local Authority Administration (NACLAA I) Advanced Certificate student
This program was designed in collaboration with my employer, so obviously what you learn is something that they feel you need to know. I particularly enjoyed how the anecdotes from instructors and classmates helped to bring the information to life and gave it concrete meaning.
Management Development for Police Services 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
Just what I wanted: it teaches you new art skills and helps you get ready for a career as an artist. I found the content and instructors excellent.
Visual Arts
student
The coursework was very relatable. I found that all of the courses were applicable to my day-to-day function at work.
National Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration Level I student
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