Professional Designations & Accreditations

Earn a credential in the field of your choice

We offer a range of credentials and certifications that can help you move up in your career. Explore our range of areas and find the certification that is right for you. 

Certificate for Career Practitioners 

The Certificate of Professional and Leadership Studies in Career Development provides the opportunity for both new and experienced practitioners to deepen and refresh their knowledge. 

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist

The CEBS program offers three highly renowned designations in Canada covering all aspects of benefits and pensions.

Credit Union Institute of Canada Program

This program provides credit union employees with a challenging curriculum of study aimed at enhancing their job skills.

Fire Leadership & Other Certificates

Today’s fire service needs leaders—professionals equipped to meet challenges and inspire change. Get what you need to step into a more advanced role through Dalhousie’s internationally recognized Fire Service Leadership that is internationally accredited through the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) and ProBoard. 

Public Safety Communicator Leadership

This certificate, designed specifically for public safety communicators, will give you a comprehensive understanding of your industry—and advanced skills to benefit your career, your organization and the public you serve. This certificate program is made up of five courses; four required courses plus one elective course of the students’ choice.

Local Government

Master the fundamentals of how local governments work and propel your community and career forward, whether you’re new to the municipal landscape or seeking to advance your current position. Our online certificate programs boost your confidence, broaden your knowledge of civic affairs, prepare you for professional designations, and—perhaps most importantly—equip you to better serve your community.

Police Leadership

The demanding schedule of police work can make professional development difficult. But to stay on top of your fast-moving profession—and ready yourself for the next step in your career—you need to build your skillset and strategic perspectives.

Other Certifying Programs

Medical Certificate of Death 
Completion of this module will prepare nurse practitioners to complete a Medical Certificate of Death. It will assist the nurse practitioner to identify instances when completion of the certificate falls under the jurisdiction of the Medical Examiners Office