Certificate Program

The Certificate in Community Engagement and Service-Learning demonstrates that a student has significantly integrated community service-learning (CSL) into his or her postsecondary education. The knowledge and experience gained through service-learning are applicable to a wide range of careers, including those in non-governmental organizations (NGOs), the volunteer sector, business and government, and academic institutions. Students in all undergraduate programs at the U of A are eligible for the Certificate, which is received upon graduation and noted in the student transcript.

To qualify for the Certificate, students must fulfill all existing requirements for majors, minors, or honours in their respective disciplines. Additionally, students must:

1) Complete a minimum of 12 credits and one non-credit opportunity as follows:

• At least 3 credits in a CSL-designated course (CSL 100, 300, 350, 360, or 480)
• 9 credits from the list of academic courses approved by the CSL Program.  Students must satisfactorily meet the CSL requirements of each course 
• Successful completion of one non-credit opportunity

2) OR complete a minimum of 15 credits as follows:

• At least 3 credits in a CSL-designated course (CSL 100, 300, 350, 360, or 480)
• 12 credits from the list of academic courses approved by the CSL Program.  Students must satisfactorily meet the CSL requirements of each course

In order to receive your Certificate, you must apply to the Faculty of Arts Undergraduate Student Services Office at the time when you apply for convocation. All non-credit opportunities will need to have been approved prior to this deadline so that the CSL Program can confirm that you are eligible to receive the Certificate.

Download a copy of the Certifi-KIT which describes in detail the requirements you must meet in order to be awarded the Certificate.