Food insecurity is a serious problem – in Canada and on a global scale – that requires passionate, qualified individuals to develop plans for community food security, urban food security, and sustainable food systems
Food insecurity is a serious problem—in Canada and on a global scale—that requires passionate, qualified individuals to develop plans for community food security, urban food security, and sustainable food systems. Our fully online Certificate in Food Security can help you fulfill the rapidly growing demand for professionals with a knowledge and skill set in food security.
This certificate is a post-degree program and includes degree-credit courses, so it can be used as a stepping stone from undergraduate studies to entry into master’s and PhD programs in food security or related studies.
Industry and Careers
This certificate can lead to career paths in various roles. Here are some examples:
A city social worker dealing with poverty and food insecurity issues
Community development officer
Director of a nonprofit organization
Program leader for a food program or food bank
Program leader for a regional health authority
Research associate for food insecurity
Urban farm manager
Who Should Get This Certificate?
Working professionals with experience related to food security (public health, social work, agriculture, etc.) who wish to broaden their knowledge and skill set to expand their career opportunities
Degree graduates looking for a stepping stone from undergraduate studies to a master’s or PhD program in food security or related studies
Individuals who are passionate about the subject and would like to transition to careers in this field
What will you learn?
After completing this certificate, you will be able to do the following:
Apply appropriate research and evaluation methods for assessing food security
Plan and undertake assessments of household and community food security
Determine the prevalence of hunger and food insecurity in a population
Design collaborative processes for building household and community food security
Apply current economic thinking to strengthening food security
Initiate the development of food policy and programs for a right to food
Develop urban food production initiatives to bolster urban food systems
Identify the requirements for creating sustainable food systems based on social justice
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With the world in a state of uncertainty, we want to provide education security — with courses that speak to our learners’ needs, help them reach their personal or professional goals, and fit into their busy schedule. Whether a continuous learner is looking to advance their career, pivot professionally, or make their life richer, we’re here for them every step of the way.
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