Program at a glance
Program
Certificate
Department(s)
Faculty of Adventure, Culinary Arts, and Tourism
Duration
9 credits
Tuition
Program Overview
The Sociocultural Dynamics of Wildfire Certificate at TRU offers a transformative approach to understanding and addressing wildfires in Canada. This unique program equips students with critical knowledge of the impact of land use from colonial to contemporary times, Indigenous methodologies pertaining to land use and wildfires, and the impact of wildfires on sociocultural relationships.
Through interdisciplinary courses and expert instruction, students will gain tools to contribute meaningfully to wildfire management and community resilience. Become part of a learning community dedicated to reconciliation, inclusive land stewardship and Indigenous knowledge.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this certificate program can pursue roles such as:
- Wildfire policy analysis and advising
- Wildfire communications
- Community Indigenous relations
- Land-use management
- Environmental analysis and advising
Highlights
Sociocultural wildfire program
Examine the human side of wildfires.Interdisciplinary learning
Combine land stewardship, Indigenous knowledge, and socio-cultural and economic considerations.Cultural competency
Emphasizes reconciliation and meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities and Indigenous-led stewardship.Real-world applications
Develop skills applicable to high-demand sectors such land stewardship, wildfire management, Indigenous relations, tourism and climate policy.
Course overview
Certification
Standalone credential or laddering into Wildfire Studies Diploma
Admission Reqirements
- Completion of BC Grade 12 or equivalent (Adult Dogwood or Mature Student status)
- English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12 with a minimum grade of 73%
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