Explore Canada’s only Indigenous Public Health professional development opportunities at UBC’s Faculty of Medicine.
The Indigenous Public Health Training Institutes will equip Indigenous community members and scholars with the necessary skills to address public health issues in Indigenous communities. One-week intensive courses can be put towards the Graduate Certificate or Certificate (non-credit) or taken individually.
First online IPH Winter Institute 2021 a Success
Our thoughts go out to our students and potential future students during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. We are pleased to announce that the adapted approach to the IPH Winter Institute in 2021, offering an elective course via Zoom, was a success. The course “Pandemics in Indigenous Communities: Before, during and after COVID-19” was offered online from February 15-19, 2021, each day from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM PST. We look forward to the next IPH Summer Institute in August 2021. At this point, we are uncertain whether this will be in an online format or whether we will be able to gather again in person at UBC. Please visit this webpage for updated info later this spring.
The CEIH IPH Certificate Team
Students will receive foundational training in the core disciplines of public health, examined through an approach that: Indigenous Public Health Institute Courses: Program Delivery Format *Note: Due to Covid-19, adaptations in course offerings and delivery may be necessary. Interested in our programming? Check out our Learning Circle Video featuring program graduates.
What is Indigenous Public Health Training?
Applying to Credit or Non-Credit There are different applications for the graduate credit and non-credit version of the Institutes. The graduate credit version is intended for students who wish to complete the entire program over 2-4 years. The non-credit version is intended for those who wish to take the course for professional development purposes. Both credit and non-credit courses can be put towards earning a credential, either the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Public Health (credit) or the Certificate in Indigenous Public Health (non-credit). All course content and experience is completely identical, except for the completion of a final academic paper or assignment required for credit. Non-Credit Admissions Criteria (no prior degree necessary) Graduate Credit Admissions Criteria Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Public Health will be granted to students through standard and equivalency pathways. Standard (Undergraduate Degree) Candidates will normally have a Bachelor’s degree in a field of study relevant to Indigenous health with one of the following: Equivalency Requirements (No undergraduate degree) The graduate credit version is intended for students who wish to complete the entire program over 2-4 years. The non-credit version is intended for those who wish to take the course for professional development purposes. Both credit and non-credit courses can be put towards earning a credential, either the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Public Health (credit) or Certificate in Indigenous Public Health (non-credit). Please note that we require students to complete four courses prior to matriculating into the Certificate or Graduate Certificate.
Admission Requirements
• A minimum overall average in the B+ range in third and fourth year level courses.
• Academic standing with at least 12 credits on third or fourth year level courses in the A range in their field of study.
Equivalency admissions into the Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Public Health will be considered for candidates who have demonstrated strong potential in the field of Indigenous health, but may lack the academic qualifications required for admission through the standard pathway. Candidates seeking admission through the equivalency pathway will need to demonstrate the drive to excel and the academic skills required to succeed.
Summer Institute 2021 (August, dates and format tba) OR
Upcoming Institutes
Applications to attend Indigenous Public Health Training Institutes will be adjudicated by the Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health. Applications for Summer Institute 2021 will open in late spring, tba. To receive an email notification when the application opens, please send us an email to be added to our mailing list. Application Process: 1. Download and read the Application Guide 2. Prepare and save application materials Please read the application guide prior to clicking the online application below. Once you start an online application, you may continue at a later time only on the same computer and browser. For inquiries regarding applications and general program inquiries, or to join our mailing list, please email: indigenous.health@ubc.ca. Non-Credit Tuition: $500.00 per course + $75.00 registration fee Credit-Tuition: $750.00 per course + applicable UBC Student Fees Scholarship and bursary support available.
How to Apply & Tuition Costs
3. Fill out the online application via the link below:
After completing four courses, students will have the opportunity to matriculate into the Graduate Certificate or Certificate in Indigenous Public Health (non-credit). The Graduate Certificate is a 12 credit graduate program, awarded by UBC. The Certificate is a non-credit program, awarded by the Faculty of Medicine and the Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health. The courses for each program are run jointly but have differences in admission requirements and workload. Graduate Certificate Program Requirements Certificate Program Requirements Program Format In order to ensure accessibility to individuals working full time and living in communities outside of Vancouver, the program is usually delivered through intensive one-week, in-person institutes. Two courses run concurrently, with one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Completion of the Certificate will require a minimum of two years, with students attending four institutes totalling eight courses. Due to Covid-19, changes are to be expected in course offerings and format.
Graduate Certificate or Certificate
Why this program? The Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health, as a core part of its mandate to raise the health status and self-determination of Indigenous communities, is committed to providing national leadership in offering training opportunities to aspiring and accomplished Indigenous health leaders. This program represents the first specialized Indigenous public health program in Canada and aims to serve the training and capacity needs of communities. The program features leadership from UBC Faculty members, Indigenous scholars and health leaders on public health and research fundamentals that incorporate Indigenous Knowledge. Can I take individual courses? Absolutely. Many professionals working in Indigenous communities, or in the field of Indigenous public health, desire specialized training in specific areas. Individual courses will not be restricted to students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate or Certificate. Our Centre prioritizes having open lines of communication to potential students and providing resources to support individuals through the application process. If you’re unsure of eligibility, require support with your application or have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact Rhonda Carriere (Program Manager) at 604-827-4000 (leave a voicemail for return call) or email rhonda.carriere@ubc.ca or indigenous.health@ubc.ca
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