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Program details
This program is for Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Information for international students who wish to study with us can be found at Intensive program packages.
Credential: Earn a University of Manitoba Letter of Accomplishment in Academic Advising.
Fees: $3,550 plus $100 non-refundable application fee.
Pricing subject to change without notice.
Expected duration: 1 to 3 years, part-time
Admission requirements: Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, or mature student status. If primary language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required.
Learners with 1 (one) or more years of university courses outside of the University of Manitoba must provide an official transcript.
Course requirements: Courses are graded on a pass/fail basis.
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Program courses
Determine the courses you will need to complete this program.
This Extended Education program has open registration, which means that students can register for individual courses without being admitted to a program. Any courses taken within 10 years that are in the program will be applied to the student’s program record. Please note that the course schedule below may change based on enrollment numbers and student interest.
Students will need to be admitted to a program before they will be allowed to graduate with a certificate.
Required courses
Elective courses
Choose 50 contact hours under the Revised Structure or Previous Structure.
Revised Structure
Choose two.
| Course number | Course name | Contact hours | Term(s) offered |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHRD 0112 | Technology in Advising | 25 | Not offered |
| CHRD 0116 | Advising International Students | 25 | Summer |
| CHRD 0118 | Diversity in Advising | 25 | Not offered |
| CUCA 0106 | The Role of the Student and Student Needs | 25 | Winter |
| CUCA 0114 | Effective Communications | 25 | Not offered |
| CUCA 0116 | Leadership | 25 | Fall |
| CUCA 0120 | Supporting International Students | 25 | Not offered |
| CUCA 0122 | Supporting Students with Disabilities | 25 | Winter |
| CUCA 0150 | Aboriginal Students and the Post-Secondary Journey | 25 | Winter |
Previous Structure
Choose one from Group A and one from Group B.
| Group A | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Course number | Course name | Contact hours | Term(s) offered |
| CHRD 0112 | Technology in Advising | 25 | TBA |
| CHRD 0116 | Advising International Students | 25 | Summer |
| CHRD 0118 | Diversity in Advising | 25 | TBA |
| Group B | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Course number | Course name | Contact hours | Term(s) offered |
| CUCA 0114 | Effective Communications | 25 | Not offered |
| CUCA 0120 | Supporting International Students | 25 | Not offered |
Register for courses
You can register for courses before applying to this program. Please visit courses.
How to apply
Complete your application online:
- Sign in or create an account in our registration system.
- Choose Apply to a Program in the left menu.
- Select your program and pay your application fee to complete your application.
You must be admitted to a program in order to graduate with your credential.
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Extended Education
185 Extended Education Complex
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada