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
We know the world has changed and made life challenging in so many ways. Workplace interactions are taking place primarily through a computer screen, healthcare is moving towards a “tele-first” approach with patients, and people are relying on their phone to do just about everything, from ordering groceries to enrolling in online courses.
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.
The Chang School is more than just a place to learn; we’re on a mission to redefine continuous learning. We’re accomplishing this by listening to our learners and developing programs, certificates, and support services that respond to their goals and the challenges they’re facing — through every learning stage of their life.
We’re also fostering a passionate community of learners, instructors, and staff by creating opportunities for connecting and learning from one another, even in this primarily digital world. From personalized advice to exclusive career-building events, we’re building relationships with our learners so they feel supported in taking the next step in their career journey.
Safe Food Handling is everyone’s responsibility. This certificate meets mandatory provincial food safety training requirements and is recognized by all health units in Ontario.
The Basics FST 4th Edition (Food Safety Training) is an Employee Level Safety Certification Course (based on the Canadian Food Retail and Food Services Regulations & Code, Health Canada and CFIA) that is not only recognized but required by most health regions throughout Canada.
Advanced Food Safety course certifies trainees to own, operate or supervise a food service establishment.
This program is for people who are already working in food industry, but are looking for career development, professional growth, and résumé relevancy. Students can complete the certificate or just take courses as they need.
We proudly offer Alberta Food Safe approved online food safety certification courses. Participants that register for this course will have to complete 8 modules and quizzes prior to attending the final multiple-choice exam at our training center.
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