This three-course, nine credit certificate is designed for individuals in programs, workplaces, and community settings. Students will learn the portfolio process and how to adapt their portfolios for specific audiences. The certificate is an integration of theory, practice, critical reflection, and experiential and formal learning.
This certificate is given as a completion credential. Any student successfully
completing the three courses is eligible for the certificate. Some students
might complete the certificate while enrolled in their current programs, while
others may be admitted to UFV for the purpose of taking the certificate.
Entrance requirements
New students should apply to Qualifying Studies. Students will be
required to meet the admissions requirements for the university, as well as meet
course prerequisites.
Students currently enrolled in post-secondary programs are required to meet
only the course prerequisites.
Fees and additional costs
See the Fees and Other Costs section. Other than the $25 graduation fee, there are no additional fees for the
certificate. Students will be eligible for financial aid if they take all three
courses in the summer.
Program requirements
Certificate requirements: 9 credits
Course
Title
Credits
CMNS 200
Introduction to Portfolio Development
3
Plus two of:
6
CMNS 235
Public Speaking
ADED 472
Reflective Practitice (formerly ADED 330M)
ADED 350
Storytelling and the Reflective Practitioner
Note: Students are responsible for meeting all course prerequisites.
Residency
Students are required to take CMNS 200 plus at least one other course through UFV.
Graduation requirements
Students are required to have a completion GPA of at least 2.5 in the three
courses to be eligible for the certificate, with a minimum of a C grade in any
individual course.
Course listings
For complete details on courses see the course descriptions section. Communications courses require some
proficiency with email, web-based research, and word-processing packages.
