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Earn credit and gain skills this summer with UNB courses
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: April 15, 2025 8:30:00 AM ADT
Category: News and Events, Online Learning, Degree Credit
Summer is the perfect time to gain new skills, fast-track your degree, or lighten your fall course load. Whether you're looking to boost your resume, improve your writing, master a new programming language, or dive into a fascinating subject, UNB's featured summer courses can help you develop valuable skills for your academic and professional future. Here's a look at some key skills you can...
Read the full postMaximize Your HR Credentials: Earn Both CPSL and CPSIE with UNB
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: April 10, 2025 8:30:00 AM ADT
Category: Professional Development, Occupational Health and Safety, News and Events, Online Learning
In the ever-evolving workplace, professionals are increasingly required to foster psychologically safe and inclusive environments. To meet these demands, UNB offers the Certificate in Psychologically Safe Leadership (CPSL) and the Certificate in Becoming a Psychologically Safe & Inclusive Employee (CPSIE). By completing just four courses, you can earn both certifications and maximize your...
Read the full postSave the Date | Glyn Jones to host OHS information session in April
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: March 31, 2025 12:30:00 PM ADT
Category: Professional Development, News and Events, Occupational Health and Safety
Safety is a journey. Let UNB be your guide. UNB's suite of online Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs can help you gain foundational knowledge, deepen your technical capabilities, and develop leadership skills. This session is for everyone, whether you're a seasoned safety professional looking to move ahead in your career or a newcomer seeking to enter the field. In this live session,...
Read the full postHow One Woman’s Career Shift Led to a Lifelong Commitment to Workplace Safety
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: March 31, 2025 8:30:00 AM ADT
Category: News and Events, Professional Development, Occupational Health and Safety, Our Stories
A single moment can change the course of a career. For Chalena Biggar, that moment came when she stepped into an interim role that introduced her to the world of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). What started as a temporary responsibility soon became her lifelong passion, leading her to become a driving force in workplace safety. A dedicated professional who has made significant strides in...
Read the full postEssential tips for staying focused, organized, and motivated
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: March 11, 2025 9:30:00 AM ADT
Category: News and Events, Degree Credit, Online Learning
Summer credit courses tend to move faster than other terms, making time management and engagement even more important for success. Here are some key strategies to help you excel. Start strong & stay organized Check your course syllabus early: As soon as you have access to your syllabus, read it over. Make a note of any required readings or textbooks and try to get copies immediately. Create...
Read the full postSpecial IPMA-Canada Membership Benefits for UNB Grads
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: March 6, 2025 8:30:00 AM AST
Category: Professional Development, Occupational Health and Safety, News and Events
If you've completed a professional development program at UNB's College of Extended Learning, you already know the value of expanding your skills and credentials. But did you know that as a UNB grad, you may qualify for a discounted membership with IPMA-Canada? Exclusive membership discount As part of our partnership with IPMA-Canada, graduates of select UNB professional development programs...
Read the full postBalance work, travel and study with UNB’s online courses
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: February 28, 2025 8:30:00 AM AST
Category: News and Events, Online Learning, Degree Credit
Why take a summer course at UNB? Want to stay on track, get ahead, or lighten your fall course load? UNB's summer courses give you the flexibility to earn credits while balancing work, travel, or personal time. Top benefits of summer learning: Graduate faster – Earn credits and move closer to your degree. Smaller class sizes – Get more one-on-one support from instructors. Lighter...
Read the full postGet ahead with UNB’s summer term courses
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: February 26, 2025 8:30:00 AM AST
Category: Degree Credit, News and Events, Online Learning
UPDATED: April 11, 2025 Want to get ahead this summer? Whether you're looking to lighten your fall course load, accelerate your degree, or explore a new subject, UNB's summer term offers the flexibility you need. Choose from hundreds of credit courses, available online or in-person at the Fredericton and Saint John campuses. Opt for a structured term based course or a self-paced open entry...
Read the full postYour Complete Guide to IPMA-Canada Recertification Points with UNB
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: February 25, 2025 8:30:00 AM AST
Category: News and Events, Professional Development, Occupational Health and Safety
Maintaining your IPMA-Canada certification is essential for staying competitive in today's dynamic HR landscape. UNB makes it simple to keep your credentials current with a variety of flexible, high-quality professional development options. From our self-paced courses to engaging webinars, we've tailored our programs to meet the needs of busy professionals like you. Understanding...
Read the full postMake the most of your summer with UNB credit courses
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: February 21, 2025 1:00:00 PM AST
Category: Degree Credit, News and Events, Online Learning, Design Works Camps
Thinking about lightening your fall course load? Want to fast-track your degree or explore a new subject? UNB's Summer Term 2025 is your opportunity to earn credits on a flexible schedule. With hundreds of credit courses available, you can choose from online or in-person options at both the Fredericton and Saint John campuses. Whether you prefer structured term based courses or open entry...
Read the full postWin free tuition with the IPMA-Canada and UNB tuition giveaway
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: February 13, 2025 8:30:00 AM AST
Category: News and Events, Occupational Health and Safety, Professional Development
Our partnership with IPMA-Canada offers you a clear path to achieving prestigious certifications and earning recertification points through UNB’s professional development programs. Whether you're advancing in your HR career or maintaining your current designation, we’re here to help you every step of the way. Certification pathways IPMA-Canada's certification program is designed to...
Read the full postDarrel Nickerson returns to host safety investigations webinar
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: February 6, 2025 1:30:00 PM AST
Category: Professional Development, Occupational Health and Safety, News and Events
Safety Investigations: I've Collected My Evidence. Now What? Join us on Feb. 26 for an insightful webinar hosted by Darrel Nickerson, a respected safety professional, sought-after conference speaker, and passionate safety educator. Darrel is a recurring host of UNB's Let's Talk Safety webinar series, and we're excited to welcome him back to share his considerable knowledge on the topic of...
Read the full postWin free tuition with the IPMA-Canada and UNB tuition giveaway
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: February 6, 2025 8:30:00 AM AST
Category: News and Events, Professional Development, Occupational Health and Safety
We're excited to announce the IPMA-Canada and UNB tuition giveaway, a unique opportunity to invest in your professional growth at no cost. Through this initiative, we're helping HR professionals like you access industry-leading programs and advance their careers. What's up for grabs? We're giving away free tuition for the following UNB professional development programs: Certificate in...
Read the full postAdvancing HR careers: IPMA-Canada and UNB join forces
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: January 31, 2025 8:30:00 AM AST
Category: Professional Development, Occupational Health and Safety, News and Events
At UNB, we're always looking for new ways to empower our students and graduates, so we're thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with IPMA-Canada. This collaboration will bring incredible opportunities for UNB graduates, HR professionals, and those looking to advance their careers. Membership benefits for UNB graduates If you're a graduate of a UNB professional development program, you're...
Read the full postUNB’s Dedication to Professional Development Celebrated with Top Award
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: January 10, 2025 1:30:00 PM AST
Category: News and Events, Occupational Health and Safety, Professional Development, English Language Programme
We are thrilled to announce that UNB's College of Extended Learning has been honoured with Atlantic Business Magazine's prestigious Readers' Choice Award for the Best Institution for Professional Development in Atlantic Canada! This recognition highlights our ongoing commitment to facilitating growth and advancement for adult learners, and we couldn’t be more proud. A Commitment to...
Read the full postToxics at Home and in the Workplace: Controlling Exposure
UNB College of Extended Learning
Posted: January 9, 2025 8:00:00 AM AST
Category: Occupational Health and Safety, Online Learning, News and Events, Professional Development
Year over year, an average of two workers die each day from diseases rooted in occupational exposure. In this edition of UNB's series of Let's Talk Safety webinars, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and host, Glyn Jones, will share his expertise on the topic of hazardous chemicals and provide strategies that can be implemented to make our homes and workplaces incident- and disease-free....
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