Local Authority Administration (NACLAA I)
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This is a long-running and award-winning program that consists of two fully online certificates: NACLAA Level I and NACLAA Level II (primarily designed for municipal administrators holding or aspiring to higher-level positions).
Courses in both certificates focus on concepts, structures, and processes that define local government administration. Students are provided with the theoretical and practical knowledge that is essential for success working in local authority administration. Our instructors are academics and practitioners from across the country who are experts in their field.
The NACLAA Level I program is suited for entry to medium-level municipal administrators who are interested in professional development and career advancement. Individuals who are exploring career options in local government or transitioning into the field would also find this program advantageous.
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) Certificate student
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) Certificate student
It’s great when you start putting the theory into practice at work. The knowledge you gain allows for better budget recommendations and decisions.
Local Authority Administration (NACLAA I) Certificate student
Gain a broader understanding and explore theories of the local government structure and its policies and procedures.
Identify and analyze community issues relevant to Canadian municipalities.
Build knowledge and enhance skills in critical areas such as finance, leadership, municipal law, sustainability, and public administration.
Network with municipal administrators from across the country, sharing experiences and ideas either online or in person.
CLGM designation accreditation opportunity
Earn a Certificate
in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA I)
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University of Alberta parchment in as little as 2 years
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Pay as you go
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Currently open for enrolment
Complete all five
Complete 117 hours of electives. Online:
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Information Access and Protection of Privacy Foundations
EXIAPP 8171
• 40 hrs -
Financial Management
EXLGP 8207
• 39 hrs -
Human Resource Management
EXLGP 8213
• 39 hrs -
Local Government Accounting
EXLGP 8206
• 39 hrs -
Property Taxation and Assessment
EXLGP 8208
• 39 hrs -
Sustainable Communities
EXLGP 8212
• 39 hrs
In-class:
Leadership courses below count towards the completion of the NACLAA Level I certificate but are NOT accepted by the SLGM for the CLGM designation. Students are to contact the SLGM for more details.
Enrichment Courses
(not for credit)
8 courses needed to graduate with this UAlberta Certificate and become a UAlberta Associate Alumni.
Only interested in taking a course? You can register for a course without applying and enrolling in the program – browse our Local Authority Administration (NACLAA I) courses. If later you decide to apply for the full program, the course you’ve taken will be applied toward your Certificate as long as it is still part of the program plan at the time of your application. Please note, program requirements are subject to change over time.
Enrolling in the program is a requirement if you want to earn the certificate. You may apply for admission as you start your studies or, if you prefer, after you have taken one or two courses.
To qualify for the program, you must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience in municipal government is considered an asset.
The NACLAA Level I program is comprised of five core courses (39 hours each) and 117 instructional hours of electives, for a total of 312 instructional hours. Designed for part-time study, it can generally be completed within two to three years.
The program is fully available online; alternatively, students may choose to take a selection of face-to-face courses as part of their elective requirements.
Local Government and Public Administration Professionalism are recommended as the first courses in NACLAA Level I. There is no recommended order for the remaining courses. Electives can be taken at any time throughout the program, provided that their prerequisites are met.
A cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 is required to obtain the certificate (3.5 or higher earns a certificate with distinction).
Your program requirements
Once you are admitted, you can verify your program requirements by logging into the University of Alberta’s student portal, Bear Tracks, to view your Academic Advisement.
Applying for Graduation
Submit your request to graduate to obtain your credential, receive a parchment, and (optionally) attend the graduation ceremony. Apply for graduation between November 1 and February 1 via Bear Tracks.
- If you haven’t previously completed a program application, you must do so in order to qualify for graduation.
- You must apply for graduation even if you do not plan to attend the ceremony.
If you have successfully completed a course from a recognized post-secondary institution within the last eight years that is applicable to the NACLAA Level I program, you may request a course exemption.
Students who hold the Certificate in Manitoba Municipal Administration (CMMA) or the University of Regina’s Certificate in Local Government Authority (CLGA) will receive transfer credits toward the NACLAA Level I certificate.
Accreditation Opportunity: CLGM designation
Completion of both NACLAA programs (Level I and Level II) fulfills the educational requirements for the Certified Local Government Manager (CLGM) designation in Alberta.
The CLGM is conferred by the Society of Local Government Managers (SLGM), the professional organization that regulates the practices of local government managers and ensures its members act in the local government’s best possible interest.
Consult with the SLGM prior to enrolling in any of our elective in-class courses to make sure that they meet the requirements for the CLGM professional designation. For example, note that our EXLDR in-class elective courses do not meet the current course requirements for the CLGM designation.
- An application fee of $100 is required for admission into the program.
- Tuition is paid on a course-by-course basis as you register for your classes.
- Courses are GST-exempt.
- Some courses require a textbook at an additional cost.
- Eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant.
Bursaries and funding opportunities
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Eligibility
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Apply by |
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| Canada-Alberta Job Grant
Available for businesses in all sectors across Alberta |
Two-thirds of the training costs (up to 100% if hiring an unemployed Albertan) any time |
| Canada Training Benefit
Residents of Canada, 25-65 years old, who have $10,000-150,000 in earnings for work. |
$250+ income tax return |
| Skilled Immigrant Micro-Loan
Whether you intend to work in the same field you trained in outside of Canada, or you wish to apply your transferable skills to a new career, this low-interest loan helps you cover the cost of education and related living expenses. |
Up to $15,000 loan N/A |
| Alumni Professional Development Grant
Any graduate of the University of Alberta |
Up to $500 anually monthly deadline |
| HRDF
Employed by the University of Alberta as Non-Academic Staff (NASA) |
$750 annually Dec / Mar / Jun / Sep |
| William F. Lede and Ernest Newman Memorial Bursaries
Students who are enrolled or preparing to enrol in the Applied Land Use Planning Certificate, Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) Level I or Level II programs |
$1,000 and $800 annually August |
| Chairman’s Scholarship
Students who are enrolled in the Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) Level I program |
$800 annually August |
| 50th Anniversary Scholarship
Students who are enrolled in the Advanced Certificate in Local Authority Administration (NACLAA) Level I program |
$800 annually August |
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