The Environmental Management and Assessment program at Niagara College is a full-time, one-year graduate certificate program. It is recognized as the first program of its kind in Canada. The program provides students with access to ecological living labs and hands-on learning opportunities via industry internships/projects that provide practical experience one day a week for 12 weeks. The program employs a project-based learning approach that addresses environmental site assessment, organizational sustainability, and waste management.
Career Opportunities:
Corporate Greening/Carbon Management: Develop strategies to reduce carbon footprints and promote sustainability within organizations.
Development of Environmental Management Systems: Create and implement systems to manage environmental impacts.
Environmental Assessment and Risk Management: Conduct assessments and manage risks associated with environmental projects.
Environmental Compliance: Ensure that organizations comply with environmental laws and regulations.
Environmental Site Assessment: Evaluate sites for potential environmental hazards.
Integrated Environmental Management: Coordinate various environmental management activities.
Pollution Prevention and Control: Develop methods to prevent and control pollution.
Public/Community Engagement and Outreach: Engage with the public and communities on environmental issues.
Waste Management: Manage waste disposal and recycling processes.
An Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status.
- English Requirement: Grade 12 compulsory English, C (70%) or U (60%), or equivalent.
- Academic Strength: All applicants who meet the academic strength requirements must attend a program information session.
English Language Proficiency: Applicants possessing degrees/diplomas from institutions where the language of instruction was not English will be required to provide test scores as evidence of their English language proficiency. Test scores, if required, would be a minimum of:
- IELTS Overall 6.5 with no band less than 5.5
- TOEFL iBT - Overall 85 and (Writing & Speaking - 22)
- PTE - Overall 60+, with no band less than 57
- Duolingo - 120+, with no band less than 100
**Please note that the exact requirements may vary, and might be subject to change. It’s always a good idea to check the college’s website or contact their admissions office for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
The estimated tuition and fee details for the Environmental Management and Assessment program at Niagara College for the 2024-2025 academic year are as follows:
- Canadian students: CAD$ 6,051 per Year
- International students: CAD$ 19,423 per year
These fees include tuition and ancillary fees. Please note that books and supplies may be additional.
It’s important to note that tuition covers only part of the costs associated with post-secondary education. The tuition fee and other specific fees can be claimed as a deduction for income tax purposes, subject to tax regulations.
For more detailed information about fees and funding, it’s recommended to check the college’s website or contact their admissions office.