A micro-credential is a Cambrian College Board of Governor’s level certification awarded at Convocation. The Health and Wellness Certificate of Completion is currently being offered to students who are taking a two-year diploma program, a three-year advanced diploma program or as a stand-alone certificate.
Gender and Sexuality Studies will explore, engage, and promote awareness of gender and sexual diversity so that students will be better able to communicate effectively across difference, understand how structural barriers and inequitable practices are created, and thrive in an increasingly diverse world. This micro-credential aims to increase inclusive practices and improve the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ people by ensuring students understand the issues around diversities of sexual orientation and gender.
Students will:
- gain an understanding of gender and sexuality as they relate to political perspectives
- understand the social and cultural role of activism
- recognize the importance of art and culture
- examine the subtleties of language and explore how the use of language can impact people in every facet of life
Current Post-secondary Students
Students currently enrolled in a post-secondary program at Cambrian College may take this micro-credential concurrently with their diploma program.
Whenever there is a General Education course within their program, students seeking the micro-credential should elect to take one of the four Health and Wellness courses. Since each program requires three General Education courses, students must enroll in one additional course (with applicable tuition and other fees), whether as an overload or through an off-stream term. Students will apply to graduate for the micro-credential upon completion.
For further information, please get in touch with your program coordinator or Bradie Granger, Chair, Schools of Interdisciplinary Studies and Public Safety.
Continuing Education Students
Individuals can complete this micro-credential as a standalone certificate on a part-time basis. Those interested in pursuing the certificate should use the following link to sign up for the program. Our General Education Electives page will provide a list of available courses for each term to help you plan your path to completion.
Once you have signed up for the program, please use the following link to register now for your course(s).
Certificate Requirements
In order to obtain the Certificate of Completion, any four of the following courses must be completed:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GND 1002 | Sexuality and Politics | 3 |
| GND 1003 | Activism and Queer Communities | 3 |
| GND 1004 | Gender Diversity in the Arts | 3 |
| GND 1005 | Gender Studies | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
To apply to this program, please email continuing@cambriancollege.ca with your request. Our team will be happy to assist you with the application process.
Course delivery
Please visit Cambrian College's eStore to see which courses from this program are available for registration at this time.
Courses are delivered asynchronously online. This means you do not have to log in at a specific day or time to complete your coursework. However, you are responsible for meeting all course due dates as posted within the course. Most courses will have weekly modules or assignments to complete. We recommend that students budget a minimum of 5 hours per week per 3-credit course they are taking online to be successful.
Important Note: Cambrian College reserves the right to cancel the offering of courses in certain terms.
Please note: Cambrian College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Cambrian's programs and courses remain relevant. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time.
