Program Description
In this micro-credential, you will explore the pressing challenges and impacts of climate change and develop the skills necessary to take meaningful climate action. You will look at ways climate change affects us, learn to reduce its impacts, and enhance individual and collective resilience.
Through interactive online courses, you will engage with a professional community, gaining foundational knowledge to bring climate action strategies and leadership into your workplace.
Program Outline
Through this micro-credential, you will:
- Understand the historical and current trends in climate change
- Explore climate adaptation and mitigation strategies
- Learn about regional climate trends and risks
- Engage with multidisciplinary professionals in climate action
- Develop change leadership, financial, and policy approaches to climate solutions
- Create a personalized climate action plan
- Participate in interactive modules and discussions
Learner Outcomes
By the end of this micro-credential, you will be able to:
- Comprehend the science and impacts of climate change
- Develop and implement effective climate adaptation strategies
- Apply Indigenous knowledge and perspectives to climate adaptation
- Integrate climate-informed decision-making into professional practice
- Promote resilience and sustainability in your organization
- Communicate climate risks and adaptation strategies effectively
- Lead initiatives to mitigate and adapt to climate change
Who the Program is for
This micro-credential is ideal for professionals across various fields who are committed to addressing climate change. It is especially beneficial for environmental consultants, sustainability officers, urban planners, policymakers, and leaders in organizations seeking to enhance their climate resilience and adaptation strategies.
No prior experience in climate science is required, making this program accessible to anyone eager to contribute to climate action.
Completion of the Climate Adaptation Fundamentals micro-credential can be used as one course (3 credits) in the Master of Arts Climate Action Leadership.
Delivery Format
This micro-credential offers flexible online courses tailored for working professionals. You will engage in a blended online learning experience, combining synchronous and asynchronous delivery methods.
This approach ensures a dynamic learning environment where you can participate in real-time virtual interactions while also having the flexibility to access materials and activities at your own pace.
Anticipated learner effort is 4-6 hours per week, per course.
Notes
- Register and complete individual courses at your own pace or select the bundle option to register for all courses in the certificate at once.
- We recommend certificates be completed within 2 years.
- Note, courses are subject to availability and listed courses are not guaranteed to be offered every term.
Our advisors are also here by email to answer your questions and provide you with the information you need, including:
- Certificate and course details
- Campus and student services