Certificate in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- Certificate programmeDegree level
- 3 yearsDuration
- Online, CanadaLocation
- Humanities, Social Sciences, and ArtsField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- OnlineCampus
- Certificate in Equity, Diversity, and InclusionAwards
- Tuition on request — ask our teamFees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development | 80.00 Hours Required | View Course Selections | Delivery method: Fully online | Number of courses: 4 | Total course hours: 80 | Time to completion: Up to 3 years | Questions: openlearning@dal.ca | The Certificate in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion consists of four (4) fully online courses that are designed to explore the struggles organizations face in achieving equity, inclusion, and harmonious environments. Through participation in the certificate, learners will explore ways to create safe spaces to engage in real dialogue, policies around fairness, respect and civility, and strategies for navigating sensitive issues related to diversity and inclusion. | The Ivany Report (2014) noted enhanced focus and consideration of diversity and inclusion as critical objectives for social and economic progress in Nova Scotia, and a number of initiatives have been enacted across the province since its publication.
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While diversity clearly makes good business sense, it is evident that organizations and industries are not fully maximizing the potential that diversity can offer. | Courses
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 90 · English test waiver: Dalhousie publishes no test-waiver rule for this Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development credential. The programme page states, under 'Language Requirement': 'University-level English language proficiency required in writing, speaking and reading comprehension. It is recommended that students have an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall or a TOEFL-IBT score of 90 overall for this program', and refers applicants to Dalhousie's undergraduate English Language Requirements page. The IELTS and TOEFL figures recorded here are published as a recommendation, not as a minimum.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- TuitionTuition on request — ask our team
- Application feeNo application fee for this programme
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsNo entry scholarship is attached to this credential. Dalhousie's Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development publishes one bursaries-and-grants page covering its certificates and diplomas: Tom Parker Award (CAD 750, rolling deadline, maximum two per student, open to part-time undergraduate students who are Canadian citizens and demonstrate financial need); Sgt. Bruce MacPhail Award for Academic Excellence (CAD 1,000 plus a commemorative plaque, awarded automatically with no application to the Police Leadership, Fire Leadership or Local Government certificate graduate with the highest average of the year); University Prep Bursary Fund (African Nova Scotian/Black and Nova Scotia First Nations applicants taking University Prep courses); Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (a micro-loan for internationally trained immigrants living in Atlantic Canada); The David Packer Grant (covers tuition for the English for Academic Purposes programme only, for recently arrived refugees and students from Ukraine and surrounding countries); Tuition Waiver for Former Youth-in-Care; and the Canada Training Credit (a federal tax credit for Canadians). Most of these are restricted to Canadian citizens or Atlantic Canada residents. SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
3 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 90 · English test waiver: Dalhousie publishes no test-waiver rule for this Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development credential. The programme page states, under 'Language Requirement': 'University-level English language proficiency required in writing, speaking and reading comprehension. It is recommended that students have an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall or a TOEFL-IBT score of 90 overall for this program', and refers applicants to Dalhousie's undergraduate English Language Requirements page. The IELTS and TOEFL figures recorded here are published as a recommendation, not as a minimum.
Is there a scholarship?
No entry scholarship is attached to this credential. Dalhousie's Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development publishes one bursaries-and-grants page covering its certificates and diplomas: Tom Parker Award (CAD 750, rolling deadline, maximum two per student, open to part-time undergraduate students who are Canadian citizens and demonstrate financial need); Sgt. Bruce MacPhail Award for Academic Excellence (CAD 1,000 plus a commemorative plaque, awarded automatically with no application to the Police Leadership, Fire Leadership or Local Government certificate graduate with the highest average of the year); University Prep Bursary Fund (African Nova Scotian/Black and Nova Scotia First Nations applicants taking University Prep courses); Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (a micro-loan for internationally trained immigrants living in Atlantic Canada); The David Packer Grant (covers tuition for the English for Academic Purposes programme only, for recently arrived refugees and students from Ukraine and surrounding countries); Tuition Waiver for Former Youth-in-Care; and the Canada Training Credit (a federal tax credit for Canadians). Most of these are restricted to Canadian citizens or Atlantic Canada residents. Source View scholarship page
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