Agriculture Communications Certificate

NEW FOR 2023!

Agriculture Communications Certificate

The first of its kind in Canada, the new Agriculture Communications certificate is addressing industry demand for increased communication skills and advocacy within the agriculture and agri-food industry.

Launched in November 2022, the program is set to have its first intake of students for fall 2023. The program is being delivered asynchronously online which provides students with the flexibility to learn around their schedule without location restrictions.

“The program was developed through close consultation with industry,” says Brendan Richardson, Instructor, Communications, Werklund School of Agriculture Technology. “They identified a need for additional communications skills, as well as increased advocacy for the agriculture industry through strategic communications and dynamic multimedia storytelling.”

This unique delivery method also presents a reskilling or upskilling opportunity for employers to invest in their current employees, who would otherwise not have the flexibility in their schedules to sit in a classroom all day. Students can develop new skills while maintaining an existing job, managing their own business or running a farm operation.

Completed over the course of 10 months, students will learn foundations of professional writing, marketing and multi-media production, including entry-level videography, photography and audio production. Students will also learn how to develop public relations and crisis communications campaigns and strategies.

The program features 10 courses that are delivered in a flexible online format followed by a 14-week paid internship that may be completed with the student’s current employer.

This program is eligible for the Canada Alberta Job Grant. To find out if you are eligible, visit alberta.ca/canada-alberta-job-grant.

Applications are now open for Fall 2023 intake.

To learn more about this program, visit oldscollege.ca/programs.

If you’re interested in applying for this program, register to attend an upcoming recruitment event: ƒ Program Information Night: Agriculture

• Feb. 1, 2023 from 6 - 7:30 p.m.

ƒ Preview Webinar: Agriculture Communications

• Feb. 27, 2023 from 6 - 7:30 p.m.

To register, visit oldscollege.ca.