University Certificate in Heritage Resources Management

Overview

Heritage resources management involves working with those things of the past – both intangible and tangible – that a society determines are of value and worth preserving.

Athabasca University’s online University Certificate in Heritage Resources Management is designed for people who want a solid foundation in both general theory and established practice in this field.

Get practical knowledge about important issues and trends, including

• planning historic places and cultural landscapes
• interpretive programming and managing and maintaining exhibits
• preventive conservation
• making ethical decisions
• the heritage policies of various Canadian governments

You will also benefit from a practicum that can be tailored to your interests and experience.

Why take the University Certificate in Heritage Resources Management?

The heritage sector is a broad and vital field with many different and specialized practices. These include the work done at

• historic places
• museums, collections, and archives
• cultural landscapes
• indigenous cultural places
• interpretive centres

This program is ideal for those who are working or volunteering in the field, or those who wish to pursue careers or other involvement with heritage resources practice.

Tuition and fees