Certificates - Languages, Literatures and International Studies

The Workplace Intercultural Competency Certificate is a distinctive program targeted at professionals who wish to expand their intercultural competency in the workplace but who did not take extensive post-secondary language and culture courses. This Certificate is an important educational component for students looking to upskill their professional training. It is specifically designed so that students gain a foundation in understanding intercultural differences and how to communicate and adjust management styles to account for cultural distinctions. Professionals who acquire the Workplace Intercultural Competency Certificate will gain a broader global perspective, second-language proficiency (basic, intermediate, or advanced, depending on course sequence), increased awareness of cultural diversity, and intercultural competence. 

The Deaf Studies Certificate students gain theory and practical application of American sign language with knowledge and appreciation of deaf culture and deaf history. The program will provide students with the skills and ability to interact with the broader deaf community. Graduates will have enhanced skills and credentials in professions such as speech language hearing sciences, nursing, education, social work, criminal justice and the general service industries.