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Continuing Education

Public Relations

Take the full line-up of Public Relations courses and earn a Public Relations certificate to feature on your résumé. View Public Relations' yearly course schedule.

Want to sample one course?

Email continuingeducation@ufv.ca and we'll help you enrol in the course of your choice without needing to apply to the Public Relations program.

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(PR01) Fundamentals of Public Relations

Cost: $296.00

Explore traditional PR strategies and the ways professionals are adapting to the new digital social landscape. This course introduces basic principles of creating and promoting persuasive messages.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca.


This course will run again in Fall 2024. Dates to be announced.

(PR02) Social Media & Digital Citizenship

Cost: $296.00

Explore techniques to use and manage social media effectively and ethically.  This course introduces public relations ethics, digital media literacy, and social media policy planning. It prepares social media users and managers to practice communication strategies in a responsible manner.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca.


April 1–21, 2024 | Online with no scheduled meeting times
CRN 20062

Phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1 to register.
(PR03) Public Speaking

Cost: $296.00

Engage any audience with rich content, specific messages, and effective speaking strategies. This course introduces the principles and practice of public speaking through active learning and practice.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca.


This course will run again in Fall 2024. Dates to be announced.

(PR04) Skills for Interviews

Cost: $296.00

Learn how to conduct as well as manage interviews in public relations practices. Within a variety of interview genres, practice the art of developing questions, initiating an interview, answering questions, and closing an interview.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca. 


Jan 15–Feb 4, 2024 | Online with no scheduled meeting times
CRN 20048

Phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1 to register.
(PR05) Writing for the Internet

Cost: $296.00

Learn to write web pages, blogs, and social media posts for web-based audiences. Practice effective and engaging communication for online readers.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca. 


Feb 5–25, 2024 | Online with no scheduled meeting times
CRN 20049

Phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1 to register.
(PR06) Influencing your Public Image

Cost: $296.00

Explore the actions that help shape an authentic and trustworthy image in the eyes of the public or stakeholders. Understand how situation, media channel, intended audience, and other key factors influence your strategies.

 

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca.


Feb 26–March 17, 2024 | Online with no scheduled meeting times
CRN 20050

Phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1 to register.
(PR07) Persuasive Messaging

Cost: $296.00

Persuade audiences and advocate for your brand or cause. This course introduces persuasive modes of writing and speaking for grant, proposal, and advocacy writing. Students will produce a proposal or fundraising document.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca.


This course will run again in Fall 2024. Dates to be announced.

(PR08) Visual Communications

Cost: $296.00

Learn to leverage the value of graphics, document design and videos to boost the impact and clarity of PR communications. This course enables students to identify appropriate visual communication strategies and practices for campaigns and events. Students will use software like MS PowerPoint and Canva for projects.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca.


April 29–May 19, 2024 | Online with no scheduled meeting times
CRN 40032

Phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1 to register.
(PR09) Copyright and Legal Issues

Cost: $296.00

Examine the copyright and legal considerations affecting the design of a communication plan. Find out about protecting work and explore legal issues surrounding personal and organizational information, privacy, open source materials, print materials, images, videos, and social media in public relations practices.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca.


May 20–June 9, 2024 | Online with no scheduled meeting times
CRN: 40033

Phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1 to register.
(PR10) Building a Media Kit

Cost: $123.00

Create materials for an effective media kit to build strong relationships with clients, news outlets, and business associates. In this week-long workshop, participants will write and present materials that promote professional representation.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca. 


This course will run again in Fall 2024. Dates to be announced.

(PR11) Employment Messaging

Cost: $123.00

Learn to prepare an employment portfolio, including traditional resumés and cover letters, online materials, and social media career profiles. Review interview techniques to present yourself professionally.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca. 


June 10–16, 2024 | Online with no scheduled meeting times
CRN 40034

Phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1 to register.
(PR12) Marketing 21st Century Style

Cost: $123.00

Explore the proven marketing skills used today. Examine viral, social, and authentic marketing strategies. Learn how to engage with current and potential customers using a variety of channels and platforms.

This course is part of the Public Relations certificate. To take the course individually, please contact continuingeducation@ufv.ca.


March 18–24, 2024 | Online with no scheduled meeting times
CRN 20051

Phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1 to register.
(PR13) Public Relations Practicum

Cost: $796.00
Prerequisite: Successful completion of all PR courses and grade requirements or be enrolled in the remainder of required courses.

Participate in a supervised field-based immersive work experience to refine, integrate, and apply the knowledge acquired in the Public Relations certificate program. Continuing Education will find host sites that will provide training and support so that students are able to utilize their new skills in a safe environment. Practicum is required for program completion. 


June 17–28, 2024 | In person at an assigned work site
CRN 40049

Phone 1-888-823-8734 and select option 1 to register.

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