Are You on Track with Your Professional Development?
Author: UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted on Jun 2, 2025
Category: News and Events , Online Learning , Professional Development , Occupational Health and Safety

We're halfway through the year—which makes now the perfect time to pause, reflect, and ask yourself a simple but important question:
Am I on track with my professional development goals?
If you started 2025 with the intention of upgrading your skills, earning a certification, or expanding your leadership capacity, there's still plenty of time to follow through. And the University of New Brunswick (UNB) has flexible, career-focused programs to help you get there.
Explore programs that match your goals
Whether you're looking to step into a leadership role, expand your HR expertise, or improve workplace safety, UNB's online programs are built to support your ambitions and fit your schedule.
Here are a few options to consider:
Certificate in Management Essentials (CME)
A great fit for professionals moving into supervisory roles—learn how to lead, communicate, and manage with confidence. Learn more about CME.
Human Resources Management (HRM)
Build a solid foundation in HR, whether you're entering the field or formalizing experience. Learn more about HRM.
Management Development Program (MDP)
Strengthen your managerial effectiveness with practical, skill-focused training for emerging and experienced leaders alike. Learn more about MDP.
Workplace Safety Programs
The following are designed for those working in workplace safety or those looking to transition into the field:
- Certificate in Becoming a Psychologically Safe & Inclusive Employee (CPSIE)
- Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety (COHS)
- Certificate in Psychologically Safe Leadership (CPSL)
- Certificate in Safety Leadership (CSL)
- Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety (DOHS)
Align your learning with HR-industry recognition
These programs are more than just a learning opportunity—they also contribute to your professional recognition. If you're an IPMA-AIGP Canada member, many of UNB's professional development programs qualify for both:
- Certification pathways for career advancement
- Recertification points to help maintain your designation
Become an IPMA-AIGP Canada member today
Earn continuing education units
If you're certified by the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals (BCRSP), you can earn points for completing select UNB professional development offerings through the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Program.
No matter where you're at, mid-year is a great time to reset, realign, and recommit to your goals.
Let us help you get there—with practical programs that support your growth now and into the future.