Certificates and Diplomas Policy

Certificates and Diplomas Policy
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Policy Details
Policy category Academic
Responsible department
Academic Senate
Approval authority Academic Senate

Policy Summary

This policy establishes the criteria and approval processes for certificate and diploma programs at Nipissing University. It ensures these programs maintain appropriate academic standards, clearly defined learning objectives, and consistent admission, credit, and program requirements while supporting professional development, lifelong learning, and pathways into undergraduate studies. 

In this policy, you will find:

  • Introduction 
  • Preamble 
  • Academic Credit for Diploma and Certificate Courses 
  • Nipissing Diploma 
  • Nipissing Certificate 
  • Certificate of Attendance 
  • Contents of Proposals for Certificate and Diploma Programs 
  • Statement of Academic Merit 
  • Statement of Financial Viability 
  • Statement of Administrative Responsibility