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Dalhousie Professional Development Programs

Professional development made just right.

Whether you're looking to get that promotion or change careers, the Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development offers 100% online, flexible and high-impact courses, certificates and diplomas you need to reach your goals. 

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6,000+ learners enrolling in courses each year
150+ expert instructors
200+ courses and programs offered every year

The professional certificate advantage

Short, flexible professional courses designed to give you practical, in-demand skills to advance or change your career. 

Industry-led design

Access 200+ courses, certificates, and microcredentials that build skills that employers are actively searching for in 2026.

 

Flexible delivery

Balance you studies with your full-time career, and personal obligations through 100%, and flexible training options. 

Expert instructors

Learn from seasoned practitioners who bring real-world experience into the learning.

Bridge the skills gap

Our courses are designed for instant implementation. Apply practical, job ready-skills to your projects and job immediately. 

Shortcut to C-suite

Experience takes years; specialized credentials take weeks. Our programs act as a career catalyst, compressing the time it takes to gain the authority and technical "know-how" required for senior roles. 

Career transition

Access the skills and credentials needed to transition into high-growth sectors and careers. 

Build a valuable network

When you enroll in our courses, you aren't just buying content; you’re buying proximity. You will be learning alongside high-achieving peers, industry leaders, and expert faculty. 

Find the professional development that's right for you:

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Our courses are designed with the modern professional in mind: targeted, practical, and immediately applicable.

Uncover new ways to see and understand the world, your peers, your community, and yourself.

Certificate in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Certificate in Inclusive Leadership - NEW

 

Standalone Courses

Foundations of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace

Explore the latest skills and know-how needed to effectively serve and protect your community.

Fire Leadership

Local Government

Police Leadership

"By the time the third and final course in the program was finishing, I had already interviewed successfully with Nova Scotia Department of Community Services for a Business Analyst role. And although I had little experience in that specific role, the things I learned in the program turned out to be directly applicable to the role, and I was able to hit the ground running."

—Hamza Awan, Data Management for Professionals certificate graduate

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"[This certificate] helped me make the leap from public service to launching my own business. The certificate gave me the credibility and confidence to position learning as a core offering in my consulting practice."

—Terri Moshier, Adult Education certificate graduate

 

 

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"I wish I had discovered this program when I was younger. It’s more than just a job to me—it’s a calling. Thanks to the education I received from Dalhousie, I was able to start a company from scratch and hit the ground running."

—Michael Burfitt, Home Inspection certificate graduate

 

 

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How to register

Follow these step-by-step instructions that will walk you through the process of registering for a course.

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Bursaries & grants

Looking for ways to help fund your goals? Discover a range of bursaries and grants that could support your next step.

 

Bursaries & grants

Assessing prior learning

Earn advanced standing through previous work experience and certified training.

Assessing prior learning

Corporate learning solutions

We partner with you to design customized training programs that empower your organization.

Corporate learning solutions

Advance your career anywhere, anytime

Connect with industry experts, gain practical expertise, and build your future from anywhere in the world.

  • Gain practical, real world skills that will make an immediate impact on your career.
  • Engage directly with top-tier instructors and diverse cohorts of professionals from across industries. 
  • Build a fulfilling career and a powerful professional resume without interrupting your life. 

The world offers big opportunities, and our online faculty brings them to your doorstep. No matter where you are located, you are connected to a thriving, innovative community known for its welcoming spirit and academic excellence. Experience the prestige of a world-class education with the flexibility of a "just right" online fit.

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Questions? Contact us.

We are here to guide you on your career development journey.

We can be reached by telephone or email from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (AST).

Telephone: 902-494-2526 or 1-800-565-8867

Fax: 902-494-3662

Email: openlearning@dal.ca