Certificate in Indigenous Language I

This 5-course program of study which will familiarize the student with the spoken and written forms of a select Indigenous language. Languages of specialization currently available include, but are not limited to, Cree, Saulteaux (Ojibwe), Dene, Dakota and Nakota. This certificate can also serve as a building block towards more advanced study, including an Arts minor, the Certificate of Indigenous Language II, or (for Cree and Saulteaux) a full degree program and specialized study in language instruction through Indigenous Education.

All program courses specific to individual Indigenous languages must be completed in the same language.

Note: Students enrolled in a part-time program do not maintain full-time student status throughout the program. Therefore part-time programs may be unavailable to international applicants due to Citizenship and Immigration Canada regulations. Part time programs are also not eligible for student loan funding.

  • Courses to Complete: 5 core
  • Credit hours: 15
  • Prerequisites: Varies by course
  • Program duration: Part-time study

 

Core Courses

*all language courses must be completed in the same language.
ARTS 099 or CCE 099
One Indigenous Language course numbered 100
One Indigenous Language course numbered 101
One Indigenous Language course numbered 202
One Indigenous Language course numbered 203
One Indigenous Language course numbered 206 OR LING 100 OR LING 230*

*Please note each of these courses have a prerequisite outside of this program or requires the permission of the Program Coordinator.

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