CLST050 - Introduction to the Cultural Diversity within Indigenous Territories throughout BC

Course Description

Experience a rich exploration of British Columbia’s Indigenous Cultures, a heritage spanning thousands of years and deeply rooted in the natural world. This course will foster a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding the governance structures, cultural practices, and traditions of B.C.’s First Peoples.

You will explore sustainable living practices and cultural protocols associated with traditional land use, gain appreciation for traditional connections to the earth and environment, and discover how Indigenous ways of being and knowing can enhance contemporary culture in beneficial and encouraging ways.

Course Outline

In this course, you will:

• Explore the cultural diversity within British Columbia’s Indigenous territories
• Learn how to approach and establish respectful relationships with Indigenous communities
• Understand the broader definition of 'education' beyond the euro-academic lens
• Discover the complexities of British Columbia’s Indigenous civilizations

Learner Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Garner an appreciation for the cultural diversity within British Columbia’s Indigenous territories
• Approach and reach out to Indigenous communities to establish and maintain respectful relationships
• Understand that 'education' encompasses more than the euro-academic perspective
• Recognize and appreciate the complexities of British Columbia’s Indigenous civilizations

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Effective People Management : Elective Courses
• Professional Communication : Elective Courses