Continuing Education

Certificate In Couple & Family Therapy Studies

(co-sponsored by the Ontario Association for Marriage and Family Therapy)

The Certificate in Couple and Family Therapy Studies is designed to provide practising therapists with specialized training and updating in the needs, problems and changing patterns of couple and family relationships. Systems theory is the primary, although not the only, theoretical orientation within the program. Attention to issues of gender, race, class, ethnicity and culture underlies all aspects of the program. Program faculty are clinical members of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and AAMFT-approved supervisors.

Courses in this program are designed to meet the education requirements for Clinical Membership in the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. All courses are delivered at a level of rigour equivalent to that of a Master's degree and require completion of a formal evaluation component, marked according to University of Guelph grading standards. Individuals successfully completing the required course of study will receive the Certificate in Couple and Family Therapy Studies from the University of Guelph and the Ontario Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. While completion of all six courses in the certificate program is encouraged, students are welcome to take courses for general interest or specific upgrading, provided they have adequate background and/or preparation. It is strongly recommended that students pursue a concurrent program of clinical practice and supervision. Prerequisite: A Bachelor's degree.

Required Courses:

Theories & Methods of Family Therapy: Foundations of the Field
Theories & Methods: Post-Modern Models
Theories & Methods of Couple Therapy

Elective Courses (Choose 3):

Change Strategies in Therapy
Family Therapy and Mental Health
Reflections on Stress, Trauma and Loss
Research in Couple and Family Therapy
Systemic Approaches with the Addicted Client: Assessment and Intervention
Sex Therapy Training Program
Transition: The Humane Life Cycle
Sexual Attitudes Reassessment

For details and to apply visit http://www.couplefamilytherapystudies.ca.

Certificate in Real Estate Appraisal

This certificate program is designed for real property professionals who are involved in valuation and appraisal and who are seeking accreditation with the Appraisal Institute of Canada. It will also provide graduate and undergraduate business students, who are interested in real estate, an opportunity to continue their professional development.

Required Courses:

Real Estate Appraisal
Urban Economics
Advanced Real Estate Appraisal
Real Estate Law
Case Studies in Appraisal I
Case Studies in Appraisal II

The courses will be delivered in a face-to-face format on the University of Guelph campus. Each course will consist of 20 instructional hours, offered over 4 alternate Saturdays. Students can complete this certificate in 12 months.

For more information, please contact the Office of Open Learning by e-mail at info@open.uoguelph.ca or call 519-767-5000.

Diploma in Agricultural Communications

The Diploma in Agricultural Communications is designed for students looking to strengthen their ability to communicate complex issues about agriculture, agri-food, the environment and life sciences. Students will enhance and develop skills through their studies, which incorporate communication theory and applied knowledge, resulting in a more effective communicator and professional.

Required Courses:

Agricultural Communications Studio I
Agricultural Communications Studio II
Agricultural Communication Theory in Action
Ethics in Leadership
Agricultural Communication Internship

For details and to apply, please visit http://www.agcommunications.ca/.

Diploma in Human Resources Management

Human resources management is a system of interrelated activities including training and development, compensation management, and labour relations that work towards satisfying organizational goals and objectives. Typically, managers in smaller organizations are responsible for these activities in addition to other operational responsibilities. In larger organizations, the human resources department generally has subject specialists who oversee each function area. Regardless of how the system of activities is administered, individuals responsible for managing a group of employees should have a practical understanding of management tools and techniques to effectively work with the most important resource in their organizations - their people.

The Diploma in Human Resources Management program provides essential management foundation skills and knowledge with particular emphasis on relating practitioner principles, policies and procedures to "real world" situations. Courses in the Diploma meet the Human Resources Professional Association academic program requirements. This program consists of 10 courses and is designed to meet the learning needs of individuals who currently work in a human resources environment or who have ambition to do so.

Required Courses:

Human Resources Administration
Organization and Management
Finance and Accounting Concepts
Occupational Health and Safety
Salary Administration and Benefits
Training and Development
Labour-Management Relations
Human Resource Planning
Recruitment and Selection

One subject-appropriate Open Learning program elective course offered through distance education. For a list of current offerings, please visit the website at: http://www.open.uoguelph.ca/offerings/. Elective course must be pre-approved by the Manager, Program Development.

Optional Course:

Introduction to Finance and Accounting

For more information and to apply to this program, visit http://hr.open.uoguelph.ca/.

English Language Certificate Program

The English Language Certificate Program is an intensive academic English program designed to prepare ESL students aged 18 and over for academic study at the undergraduate and graduate level. Classes in grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking help students achieve the advanced level English skill needed to be successful in academic studies. Students who successfully complete the Advanced level earn the University of Guelph Certificate of English Proficiency, which meets the English proficiency requirements for entry into undergraduate and graduate studies at the University of Guelph and the University of Guelph-Humber. Applicants are encouraged to have an intermediate English skill level, and an academic goal to study at a university.

Equine Online Certificate Programs

Certificate in Equine Science

The Certificate consists of six distance education courses taken online. This program is designed to provide horse owners and those working in the equine industry with evidence-based knowledge to improve the health and performance of horses in their care.

Required Courses:

Management of the Equine Environment
Health & Disease Prevention
Functional Anatomy
Equine Nutrition

Elective Courses (Select two):

Growth & Development
Exercise Physiology
Equine Behaviour
Equine Genetics

For details and to apply, please see http://www.equinesciencecertificate.com

Certificate in Equine Business Management

The Certificate in Equine Business Management consists of six online courses and is designed for those interested in working in the business and management aspects of the equine industry. A selection of courses is offered each semester. Students who have completed or are currently registered in the Equine Science Certificate or Diploma in Equine Studies programs may opt to continue their studies in order to earn the Certificate in Equine Business Management.

Required Courses:

Equine Business Management
Management of the Equine Environment
The Equine Industry
Finance and Risk Management*
Marketing and Communication in the Equine Industry*

* Successful completion of Equine Business Management is prerequisite.

Elective Courses(Select one):

Equine Journalism
Equine Event Management
Stewardship of the Equine Environment

For details and to apply, please see http://www.equinebusinesscertificate.com/

Diploma in Equine Studies

The Diploma in Equine Studies is comprised of ten online courses and is designed to provide advanced knowledge for horse owners and those working in the equine industry. A selection of courses is offered each semester. Students who have completed or are currently registered in the Equine Science Certificate program may opt to continue their studies in order to earn the Diploma, and students new to the Diploma in Equine Studies will be provided with a comprehensive starting point.

Required Courses:

Management of the Equine Environment
Health & Disease Prevention
Functional Anatomy
Equine Nutrition
Equine Behaviour

Elective Courses (Select Four):

Equine Growth & Development
Equine Exercise Physiology
Equine Genetics
The Equine Industry
Equine Business Management
Finance and Risk Management
Marketing and Communication in the Equine Industry
Equine Journalism
Equine Event Management

For details and to apply, please see http://www.equinestudiesdiploma.com/

Landscape/Horticulture Online Certificate Programs

The Landscape/Horticulture Online Certificate Programs include five certificates and over 20 online/web-based courses. Learners may enrol in one or more individual courses or study towards one or more of the certificates.

Creating Landscapes Certificate

The Creating Landscapes Certificate is designed to provide landscape designers, contractors and gardening enthusiasts with the training and skills necessary for creating desirable outdoor living environments. The program refers to historical influences on modern landscape design and discusses the Design Process. Other topics include management principles for operating a successful business, the physical properties and uses of landscape construction material, and incorporating computer technology in creating successful designs.

Required Courses:

Landscape Design I
Landscape Design II
Introduction to Landscape Construction
Introduction to Plant Identification
Computer Assisted Design
Business Management Principles

For details and to apply, please see http://www.horticulturecertificates.com/.

Maintaining Golf Courses Certificate

The Maintaining Golf Courses Certificate is designed to provide turf managers and golf superintendents with turf identification and management skills, insight into golf course design and construction techniques, tree care, and other best management practices related to the care of golf courses. Challenges such as maintaining healthy playing conditions while respecting environmental needs such as wildlife and water quality are also examined.

Required Courses:

Turf Management
Irrigation
Golf Course Design and Construction
Weed Management in Turf
Arboriculture
Environmental Management of the Golf Course

For details and to apply, please see http://www.horticulturecertificates.com/.

The Horticulturist Certificate

The Horticulturist Certificate is designed especially for gardeners wishing to enhance their knowledge and skills relating to the residential garden environment. The impact of soil conditions are a critical aspect of this study program. Basic horticulture and botany are discussed as are principles of plant care for ensuring optimum health. Students will learn about common plant pests and diseases and their effective treatments. They will also learn to understand how beautiful and functional landscapes are the result of good design strategies and tactics.

Required Courses:

Cultural Practices for Plants
Introduction to Plant Identification
Designing the Landscape
Ornamental Plant Protection
Introduction to Soils and Plant Growth
Weed Management in Horticulture
Growing Plants

For details and to apply, please see http://www.horticulturecertificates.com/.

Growing Plants for Profit Certificate

In the Growing Plants for Profit Certificate, students will learn how to effectively grow healthy crops while at the same time implementing sound business practices. Plant propagation techniques are thoroughly discussed as are the specifics of both greenhouse and nursery production. Business skills are offered to guide students through the complexities of running a profitable business operation. Plant identification techniques ensure that learners have a good understanding of the most exciting product choices.

Required Courses:

Commercial Greenhouse Crop Production
Introduction to Plant Identification
Greenhouse Management
Nursery Production
Plant Propagation
Business Management Principles

For details and to apply, please see http://www.horticulturecertificates.com/.

Sustainable Landscapes Certificate

The Sustainable Landscapes Certificate is designed for students who wish to learn about innovative strategies which help fortify the relationships between people, water and land, ensuring best care of natural environments. Design tactics to retain or enhance naturalized landscapes will be examined. Students will gain knowledge about tree health as it relates to both the individual plant and woodland communities.

Required Courses:

Alternative Land Use Practices for Sustainable Landscapes
Introduction to Plant Identification
The Naturalized Landscape
An Introduction to Woodland Ecology
Arboriculture

For details and to apply, please see http://www.horticulturecertificates.com/.

Sustainable Urban Agriculture/Horticulture Online Certificate Programs

The Sustainable Urban Agriculture/Horticulture Online Certificate Programs include two certificates and nine online/web-based courses. Learners may enrol in one or more individual courses or choose a study path to obtain the certificates.

Sustainable Urban Agriculture Certificate

The Sustainable Urban Agriculture Certificate is designed for urban dwellers, city planners and community gardeners interesting in growing food in sustainable manner to support families, neighbourhoods and communities.

Core Courses:

Theory and Principles of Sustainable Urban Agriculture and Horticulture
Fundamentals of the Role of Plants in Urban Sustainability
Sustainable Urban Crop Production
Food Processing and Urban Gardening

Elective Courses - choose one of the following:

Ecology of Gardens and Landscapes in an Urban Environment
Agricultural Plant Identification for Urban Gardeners
Business Management Principles

For details and to apply, please see http://www.urbanhort.ca.

Sustainable Urban Horticulture Certificate

The Sustainable Urban Horticulture Certificate focuses on the environmental, social and economic implications of horticulture in our cities. The program is designed for landscape designers and builders, municipal planners and environmental advocates interested in micro-economic sustainability and maximizing aesthetic and property values through innovative garden design.

Core Courses: