Get into the workforce fast

Gain the skills you need to start your career and begin earning. Certificate and diploma programs give you the practical, hands-on skills you need to get into the workforce in as little as five months.

Get into the workforce fast

Gain the skills you need to start your career and begin earning. Certificate and diploma programs give you the practical, hands-on skills you need to get into the workforce in as little as five months.

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Certificates and Diplomas at UCN

Automotive Service Technician
Start your career in the automotive industry with our 10-month hands-on preemployment automotive service technician program.

The Pas
10 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
Bachelor in Ininimowin 
Revitalize culture and build your career by gaining proficiency in Cree, a primary Indigenous language. This program will start you on a journey toward fluency, a grounding in culture and opening doors to meaningful work that supports reconciliation and strengthens communities.

The Pas, Thompson
1 Year, 2 Years, 3 Years
Faculty of Arts Business & Science
Certificate, Degree, Diploma
Business Administration Diploma
The Business Administration two-year diploma program provides graduates with the knowledge and skills required for entry-level management positions in business, industry and public administration, as well as preparing them to be small business entrepreneurs.

The Pas, Thompson
1 Year, 2 Years
Faculty of Arts Business & Science
Diploma
Carpentry/ Woodworking
This 10 month program is designed to provide the student with basic carpentry knowledge and the skills to gain employment in the construction field. Students will learn all phases of the woodworking and building construction trades.

The Pas
10 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
Community Economic Development
University College of the North’s Community Economic Development two-year diploma program prepares graduates for a range of employment and self-employment opportunities, including contributing to the health of the natural environment, building on community resources and capacities, increasing community control and ownership, and stabilizing local, and community economies.

The Pas, Thompson
2 Years
Faculty of Arts Business & Science
Diploma
Culinary Arts
This 10 month program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills in Culinary Arts and prepare students for employment in this field. The students will be working and cooking food in the UCN cafeteria.

The Pas
10 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
Diploma In Practical Nursing in Manitoba
Licensed Practical Nurses work in a growing range of health-care settings and play an increasingly important role within interprofessional clinical teams. UCN’s DPN program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to practice confidently as professional members of the health-care team and to effectively contribute as Licensed Practical Nurses.

Flin Flon, Swan River, Thompson
2 Years
Faculty of Health
Diploma
Early Childhood Education
This two-year diploma program maximizes your knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for employment and advancement in early childhood education.

Grand Rapids, Norway House, The Pas, Thompson
2 Years
Faculty of Education
Diploma
Educational Assistant Program
The Educational Assistant certificate program is a paraprofessional certificate program designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills that will enable them to provide educational assistance to students, teachers, counsellors and other educational professionals in a variety of settings.

The Pas
530 Hour
Faculty of Education
Certificate
Electrical Trades Fundamentals
The Electrical Trades Fundamentals program at University College of the North is a hands-on, entry-level certificate program designed to equip students with the essential skills, safety practices, and technical knowledge required for employment in the electrical field.

The Pas
10 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
Health Care Aide
The Health Care Aide program is a six-month certificate program that prepares students to function as a health care team member in institutional and community settings. The program is available in a number of locations.

Flin Flon, Swan River, The Pas, Thompson
6 Months
Faculty of Health
Certificate
Heavy Duty Mechanics
Start your career in one of Canada’s most in-demand trades with our 10-month Heavy-Duty Mechanic Pre-Employment Program. Designed for hands-on learners, this program provides the foundational skills, knowledge, and real-world experience needed to begin an apprenticeship and enter the workforce with confidence.

The Pas
10 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
Indigenous and Northern Counselling Skills
The Indigenous and Northern Counselling Skills Program provides the knowledge and skills required to provide guidance and support in a culturally proficient and professional way for Indigenous and northern peoples. All courses reflect Indigenous worldviews, ways of knowing, and culture. Theories of healing and health also include Cognitive Behavioural, Strengths Based, and Solution Focused Counselling.

The Pas
2 Years
Faculty of Education
Certificate
Industrial Welding
The Industrial Welding program provides students with the practical skills and technical knowledge required for entry-level employment in the welding trade. The program emphasizes hands-on training combined with essential theory, preparing graduates for work as welding operators, welder’s helpers, or apprentices. Students gain experience in a range of welding processes, including arc welding, oxy-acetylene welding, brazing, GMAW, GTAW, and arc-air cutting. Strong emphasis is placed on occupational safety, proper tool use, and safe workplace practices. Graduates receive a certificate and may pursue apprenticeship training toward journeyperson certification.

The Pas
8 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
InTeRN (Information Technology Readiness North)
Join us for a globally recognized IT experience. The InTeRN program prioritizes hands-on experience to give you an excellent foundation for a career in IT. The program is tailored to and accepts applications from Indigenous women.

The Pas
10 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
Intro To Construction Trades
The Intro to Construction Trades Program provides learners with the entry level knowledge needed to gain employment and be effective as new hire in the construction industry.

Thompson
10 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
IT Support Technician
The ITST program provides hands-on training in computer hardware, software, networking, and technical support while preparing students for the CompTIA A+ certification.

The Pas
5 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
Law Enforcement Program
This is a 10-month preparatory program for adults who are looking at a career in law enforcement. The main focus is on preparing students to gain employment for policing and corrections. UCN Law Enforcement enjoys close ties with RCMP, Manitoba First Nations Police Service and Manitoba Corrections. Recent graduates of this program have also enjoyed…

The Pas
10 Months
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Certificate
Natural Resources Management Technology
This two-year diploma program emphasizes interrelationships among natural resources including forests, water, fish, and wildlife.

The Pas
2 Years
Faculty of Skilled Trades Apprenticeship & Technology
Diploma
Office Assistant
The Office Assistant 10 Month Certificate Program prepares students for success in entry-level administrative roles by building strong foundational business and professional skills.

The Pas, Thompson
10 Months
Faculty of Arts Business & Science
Certificate
Primary Care Paramedic
The Primary Care Paramedic program is uniquely structured to help students succeed. By the end of the two-year diploma, students will have fulfilled all prerequisites to be eligible for the PCP COPR exam. Successful completion of this exam grants licensure from the College of Paramedics of Manitoba to practice as a Primary Care Paramedic.

The Pas, Thompson
2 Years
Faculty of Health
Diploma

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Certificates and diplomas provide a fast track to entering the workforce. While degree programs often take longer to complete, they tend to provide a broad foundation in critical thinking, research, and communication. These skills are transferable, allowing you more options for a rewarding career.  

Need help getting there?  

The UCN Pathways programs and Adult Learning Centre offer the support you need to succeed. Whether you want to enter post-secondary education, pursue career goals, complete high school credits, or earn a Mature Student High School Diploma, we are ready for you at any time of the year. 

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Nick Pajic

Nick Pajic

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Melissa Constant

Melissa Constant

Recruitment Officer/Sponsor Liaison

The Pas Campus