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Contemporary Education Certificate

Université du Québec à Rimouski

Rimouski, Quebec, Canada

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Contemporary Education Certificate is a certificate in Education & Teaching programme taught at Université du Québec à Rimouski in Rimouski, Canada. The programme is delivered in a hybrid format.

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Education & Teaching
Delivery: Hybrid

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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uqar.ca ·

Program details

Overview

This Certificate in Contemporary Education at Universite du Quebec a Rimouski is a 30-credit program with admission in fall, winter, and summer terms, offered mainly on campus at the Rimouski and Levis campuses with some courses available at a distance. The certificate provides general, personal training in education and broader cultural knowledge, letting students build their own path by choosing 10 courses in education sciences according to their interests. It does not lead to a legal teaching authorization (brevet d'enseignement). The program is typically completed part-time, though full-time study is possible depending on the trimester's course offerings. Admission is open to holders of a Diploma of Collegial Studies (DEC); to applicants who have completed at least 15 university credits; and to applicants able to demonstrate relevant work experience showing capacity to undertake undergraduate university studies. All candidates must demonstrate French language competency or complete an institutional French exam.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission follows UQAR's base system, with intake each fall, winter, and summer. Quebec DEC holders qualify with a DEC. University-route applicants qualify with at least 15 completed university credits. Applicants may also qualify under the experience base by demonstrating relevant work experience showing capacity to undertake undergraduate university studies. All candidates must demonstrate French language competency per UQAR's policy or pass an institutional French exam.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall, Winter and Summer

About Université du Québec à Rimouski

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Rural
Founded: 1969
Students: 7,000
Programs: 126
Location: Rimouski, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Contemporary Education Certificate award?

Université du Québec à Rimouski awards a Certificate in the field of Education & Teaching on completion of this programme.

Can Contemporary Education Certificate be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

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