OVERVIEW

This micro-credential is designed to assist students and First Nations communities to building upon their academic foundation to achieve success in graduate studies.

At the core of this micro-credential is coursework included in NVIT’s Indigenous Adult Instructor Diploma (IAID) program as is designed to provide learners with the transferrable skills and knowledge to facilitate teaching and learning in an Indigenous adult learning environment. Course activities and tasks are intended to help participants envision and practice how to incorporate Indigenous worldviews, epistemologies, typologies, and learning approaches into adult education.

Participants will develop their teaching and learning philosophy and practice, and strengthen their work with Indigenous leaners, families, communities, and nations. The program is grounded in the Four R’s of First Nations and Higher Education (Respect, Relevancy, Responsibility, and Reciprocity) and are foundational principles for NVIT’s Framework that build instructional and facilitation capacity for safe and inclusive Indigenous adult learning spaces.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 graduation, Mature Student status, or equivalent
• English 12 / English Studies 12 / English First Peoples 12 / ENGL 060
• A letter of intent and a suitability interview
• Letters of support from communities and/or employers are encouraged
• 19 years of age by program start

NVIT is committed to ensuring education is accessible to all people. Students who do not meet program requirements should contact the Department Coordinator or an NVIT Academic Planner regarding upgrading opportunities.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

CAREER PATHWAYS

Preparatory for Higher Learning:
This program is designed to support students in advancing their education by potentially providing a direct pathway into a master’s program—even without a completed bachelor’s degree.