Certificate in Academic Foundations (Indigenous Studies) in New Westminster Canada | Douglas College

The Indigenous Studies Academic Foundations Certificate enhances your knowledge and connections with Indigenous communities. Explore the rich histories of Indigenous peoples and their lands while gaining insights into modern-day perspectives. Build academic abilities within a supportive environment that values ancestral wisdom. Both Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners are encouraged to participate in this program.
This one-year curriculum includes diverse topics such as British Columbia's Indigenous Cultures, Policy and Legislative Changes, Worldwide Indigenous Histories, Academic Composition, and additional subjects. Serving as an excellent educational foundation, the certificate offers seamless credit transfer options to Douglas College or other post-secondary institutions. Numerous courses count as electives for various Douglas College programs.
Cultivate essential abilities
The program strengthens active engagement and analytical reasoning skills—key attributes for professional advancement or continued studies. Mutual learning is fostered through community involvement, Indigenous perspectives, cross-generational education, and other meaningful approaches.