Certificate in Leadership in Community-Based Education

Leadership in Community-Based Education (LCBE) Certificate

The Leadership in Community-Based Education (LCBE) certificate program prepares students for leadership positions in community-based and/or work-based educational settings outside of the K-12 classroom. The certificate provides essential knowledge about educational theories and leadership practices. The LCBE program also provides opportunities for students to increase their familiarity with Canadian cultural practices, improve their English language proficiency and develop critical communication, collaboration and other skills required for leadership in community-based settings. The program includes community-based field placements and provides assistance with resume building and networking. The LCBE is well suited for students who wish to work or continue advanced studies in Canada.

Admission Requirements

Students wishing to apply to the LCBE program must meet the following minimum qualifications: a four-year bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, from an accredited University. Minimum 65 percent average (Brock University equivalent) over the last four years of full-time undergraduate study. In addition, applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency in English, as demonstrated through one of the following: IELTS Academic of 6.5 with no bands below 6.0; TOEFL iBT of 88 with no scores below 21. See https://brocku.ca/admissions/english-proficiency/ for additional tests and scores that can be used for admission purposes. Students who successfully complete the Canadian Culture and Education Studies (CCES) certificate with an overall average of 70 percent are provided with conditional admission to the Leadership in Community-based Education (LCBE) program without additional requirements for English proficiency.

Leadership in Community-Based Education Certificate

The Leadership in Community-based Education Certificate will be awarded upon completion of the following courses with a minimum 60 percent overall average: