Effective Communication
Effective communication is at the heart of everything we do. If you manage a team, are part of a team, lead projects or collaborate across departments, strong communication skills are a necessity.
Make an Impact
Communication can take many forms – from the emails you write or the reports you prepare to the presentations you make or the conversations you have – communications have likely impacted, and will impact, almost every part of your career. Focusing on such an essential skillset can not only strengthen your skills but can prove to employers you recognize the value effective communication can bring to the workplace.
Enhance Your Ability to Express Ideas
Effective communication skills are relevant no matter the industry or role you’re in. By focusing on practical communication strategies, you will enhance your ability to express ideas, navigate conflict and foster collaboration in any workplace setting. Learn take-home skills and tips you can use at your workplace immediately.
Improve or Refresh Your Skills
Earn a digital badge with each course you complete. Complete all three courses to receive a digital microcertificate. Share these microcredentials on your resumé or with potential employers online as proof you’ve invested in your communication skills.
Looking to upskill? Complete any of these three courses on their own. You still get a digital badge and have up to two years to complete the remaining courses, in any order, to earn the Effective Communication Microcertificate.
Effective Communication Courses
To complete the Centre for Continuing Education Effective Communication Microcertificate, you will complete 3 courses. Each course focuses on a different element of communication including written communication, navigating interpersonal communication, and how to take all your communications to the next level by understanding your audience, messaging and delivery.
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Written Communications
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Navigate Difficult Conversations
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Business Communication
Courses are offered in-person and remote.
Unique to microcertificates at the U of R, you earn a digital badge with each course you complete. Earn all three badges to complete a digital microcertificate. Share these microcredentials on your resumé or with potential employers online as proof you’ve invested in your communication skills.
Register now for the Effective Communication Microcertificate.
Learn and Hone Communication Skills
This program is applicable to every industry. This Professional Microcredential badged courses can help boost your resumé by providing on-the-job skills and competencies. Employers are looking for confident communicators who can engage and express ideas to a work team. Build and hone these skills to meet and exceed your boss’ expectations!
Communication was the number one skill listed in Saskatchewan job postings in 2024. (Lightcast, 2025)
Highlighted Skills
- Leverage communication principles
- Identify and utilize key messaging
- Write clearly and concisely
- Influence people and impact projects
- Identify and overcome common obstacles
- Understand productive communication
- Provide and receive feedback
- Communicate effectively even when emotions and conflict are involved
- Become a more confident and compelling speaker
Professional Microcertificate Effective Communication
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According to Forbes magazine:
“Communication Hits No.1 Spot as In-Demand Skill in 2024, Says LinkedIn.”
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Professional Microcertificate Effective Communication
Why Study Communication at the University of Regina?
Communication is more than how we speak to each other – it’s what we write and how we interact with our colleagues both one-on-one and in meetings; it’s how we express our thoughts and ideas in written reports, online chats and email, and it’s how we express them verbally in presentations, social functions and more.
So, if you are looking for building a resumé and skill set that meet employer demands, communication skills are a necessity. In a world with ever-evolving AI and machine learning, our ability to communicate effectively has never been more important. So, don’t wait – register in the three Effective Communication Microcertificate courses to learn and practice these in-demand communication skills today.
Flexibility
- Take the microcertificate online or in person at the historic and conveniently located College Avenue Campus in Regina.
- Designed to be completed at your own pace, complete the High Impact Leadership Microcertificate in as little as 3 months, or take up to 2 years.
- Select one course to quickly target a specific skill. Take courses on their own as stand-alone professional development opportunities or combine them and take advantage of carefully curated set of skills.
Access Funding
- University of Regina Alumni Association (URAA) Professional Development Award ($500 per term) is available to all U of R alumni, including those who have completed Continuing Education professional certificates or microcertificates.
- Canada Training Credit is a refundable tax credit providing access to $250 each year with unused amounts carried forward to future years for a maximum lifetime amount of $5,000.
Qualify for the URAA Professional Development Award – $500 per term!
Industry Expert Instructors
All Centre for Continuing Education professional development instructors are working professionals in their field. They bring real-world project management expertise to the classroom, ensuring you learn practical skills you can immediately apply in the workplace.
Digital, Sharable Credentials
Earn a digital badge for each course in the microcertificate. Earn a digital microcertificate when you complete all three courses. What does this mean? It means you have proof of your investment and your skill development. Using MyCreds, your University of Regina digital credential wallet, you can share your success with those that matter. Share your achievement on LinkedIn and other digital platforms so your boss – or your future boss – can see!
Skills You'll Learn in Effective Communication
This program is ideal for professionals in any industry who wish to enhance their communication abilities, including those in leadership roles, aspiring leaders or anyone seeking to improve written and verbal communication. It is particularly suited if you're managing teams, navigating challenging conversations, or looking to advance in your career through more effective communication strategies.
- Leverage communication principles
- Identify key messages
- Communicate clearly
- Influence people
- Write messages for diverse audiences
- Get your ideas heard
- Understand productive communication
Program Requirements and Credentials
Courses can be taken in any order, there are no prerequisites, and no prior education or experience is required.
Required Courses
- Written Communications
- Navigate Difficult Conversations
- Business Communication
Earn a digital, shareable badge for each course you complete in this microcertificate program. Complete all three courses within two years and earn a digital Professional Microcertificate.
What can I do with a digital credential?
You now have proof of your investment and your skill development. Using MyCreds, your University of Regina digital credential wallet, you can share your success with those that matter. Share your achievement on LinkedIn and other digital platforms so your boss – or your future boss – can see!
Digital Credentials
Instructor Highlight
Paul Dederick is an award-winning journalist and communications professional with a proven track record in strategic communications, media relations (from both sides!), issues management, storytelling, and leadership.
Paul has worked in various leadership capacities, including Managing Editor at CBC Saskatchewan and Director of Communications and Public Relations for the University of Regina. He also worked with the Saskatchewan RCMP, leading national and international communications on high-profile incidents and issues such as the Humboldt Broncos bus crash and the killing of Colten Boushie.
Your Professional Development Questions Answered
Not sure where to start? Have questions about professional development at the Centre for Continuing Education?
- What is professional development?
- What do I get when I complete CCE professional development programs?
- Can I get funding?
- How am I assessed?
- Do I have to be admitted to the U of R to take CCE professional development?
- Can you help me decide what I should take?
- How are courses delivered?
Your Course is Starting! What You Need To Know
UR Community is where you’ll find your program’s online classroom for all courses. Course information like program resources, information from instructors, Zoom links and more will be posted and shared in UR Community.
If you don't already have an account, our Student Services team will create an account for you. Login information will be e-mailed to you before the course starts. Please make sure you can login. If you experience any issues logging in, please contact Student Services.
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Location
In-person courses are located in the College Building on the College Avenue Campus at 2155 College Avenue.
Parking
Paid parking is available in the parking lots located on the south side of the College Building. Parking is $2/hour. You can pay to park using the pay stations located in the parking lot and in the main entrance of the College Building or by downloading the PayByPhone app or visiting paybyphone.com. The following information is required to set up an account:
- Mobile phone number
- Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express)
- License plate of vehicle(s)
Refreshments
At our in-person courses, we provide the essentials you need to have a productive learning experience. We provide:
- Lunch, unless otherwise specified
- A selection of coffee, tea and beverages
- Snacks
- Water refill stations
Please enter any dietary requirements when you register online.
Students who withdraw more than 10 business days prior to the course will receive a full refund minus $30 administration fee. If a student registers 10 business days or less prior to the course, they are eligible for a transfer credit only.
Log in to your student account to view the policy and access the withdrawal form.
The University of Regina and the Centre for Continuing Education reserves the right to cancel courses or programs due to insufficient registration or other unforeseen events. If this occurs, participants will be given every opportunity to transfer into another course or refunds will be issued. Decisions regarding withdrawal and/or refunds may be appealed to the Dean, Centre for Continuing Education.
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