Program at a glance

Credential

Certificate

Faculty

Faculty of Arts

Department

Communications and Visual Arts

Duration

9 Credits

Program Delivery

On Campus

Location

Kamloops, B.C.

Program overview

The Certificate in Emergency Communications prepares students in the essential skills and knowledge required to excel in real-world challenges of today’s crisis landscape. With a focus on contemporary communication strategies and emerging trends, students examine various subject areas including crisis management, as well as strategies of effective teamwork and leadership. Paying attention to the importance of combining theoretical concepts with practical applications, students acquire the expertise needed to articulate the complexities of emergency communication.

Courses and Curriculum Structure
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Admission Requirements

The following are minimum admission requirements.

Academic:

  • Grade 12 or mature student status
  • English Studies 12 / English First Peoples 12 with a minimum of 73% (or equivalent)

About TRU Education that empowers

At Thompson Rivers University, we believe education should be empowering, inclusive and transformative. Located in beautiful Kamloops, British Columbia, TRU is a place where students from around the world come together to learn, collaborate and lead. Our faculty are researchers, mentors and industry experts committed to your success. We offer small class sizes, hands-on learning and a supportive community that helps you thrive.

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