Local Government Administration Certificate Program
The Local Government Administration Certificate Program has been designed to provide opportunities for participants to increase their knowledge of the political and organizational realities of local governments in BC, as well as to critically assess opportunities for change within these systems.
Most students complete the four required courses and the elective courses over two years and receive a Capilano University Certificate in Local Government Administration.
The only program of its kind in BC, all our courses are in-person, interactive seminars. As a result, our students:
- become more knowledgeable and effective staff members, managers, leaders, and change agents within their organizations;
- gain a broader understanding of local government in British Columbia;
- develop new skills they can apply right away;
- learn from and network with local government colleagues; and
- meet many of the leaders in the field of local government.
After obtaining their Certificate in Local Government Administration from Capilano University, many of our graduates choose to pursue further advancement opportunities such as:
- Certificates from the Provincial Board of Examiners. For details see Provincial Board of Examiners
- Certified Municipal Clerk designation through the International Institute of Municplal Clerks. For details see International Institute of Municipal Clerks
- Diplomas and Degrees through other post-secondary institutions
Admission Requirements for the Local Government Administration Certificate Program
- BC Secondary School Graduation (Grade 12) or equivalent OR Mature Student status or permission of the program coordinator; AND
- Current employment in a municipality, regional district, First Nations government, Improvement District or supporting agency.
Transfer Credits
The four core courses provide 12 of the 15 credits required for the Certificate in Local Government Administration. To graduate, students will have to complete one additional three-credit post secondary course (such as a MATI program, PADM 209 or PADM 305). Students who have previously taken other university courses, may apply to have three of those credits transferred towards the Certificate in Local Government Administration. The Registrar’s Office must be provided with official transcripts and a copy of transcripts must be sent to Alison McNeil, Program Coordinator. All transfer requests are assessed on a case by case basis.
Local Government Administration Certificate Program Course Descriptions
