If, like many Fraser Valley residents, you鈥檝e found yourself with a little extra time at home during the COVID-19 outbreak, now may be the perfect time to build your existing skillset or take your career in a new direction.
Since all instructors from Continuing Education at the University of the Fraser Valley are already experienced in online program delivery, you can learn from the comfort of your own home, at times that work for you. This flexibility is especially welcome for students also balancing work or family commitments.
Why blended learning works
鈥淭hrough the blended learning format, incorporating online learning, group projects and independent studies, students can be confident that they鈥檒l get the resources they need 鈥� and the learning experience they want,鈥� explains Carolyn MacLaren, UFV鈥檚 Director of Continuing Education.
While some students take advantage of single courses to complement their existing knowledge, others apply those courses to a full program. And because the courses are accredited through UFV, some credits can also be 鈥渓addered,鈥� or applied to a degree program later on.
Real world applications
The Continuing Education bring real world benefits for those navigating today鈥檚 continually evolving business world.
For an office manager now also responsible for their company鈥檚 human resources, , such as hiring for performance, or employment development and training provide valuable skills for their new role.
鈥淭hrough these courses, you鈥檒l learn to more efficiently and effectively tackle these roles,鈥� MacLaren says. 鈥淎nd these will all be useful in your career long-term.鈥�
Labour relations is another huge interest right now 鈥� whether it鈥檚 protocols for hiring following COVID workforce adjustments or accessing some of the various government programs available.
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Similar opportunities await in , and 鈥� another vital skillset as businesses get their message out to current and potential customers.
鈥淏usinesses haven鈥檛 had a lot of time to plan for messaging as they move through this pandemic, so as you start to get back to business, you鈥檒l need to consider your messaging to your customers, or how to reassure them that your product or service meets new health and safety protocols, for example,鈥� MacLaren says, noting that public relations courses can help you feel more comfortable in crafting and delivering that message.
Re-start your career today!
Registration for the Continuing Education at the University of the Fraser Valley鈥檚 summer sessions is currently open. Register now and get a head start with a variety of online courses. For those planning ahead for future studies, fall registration will open soon.
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