{"id":294,"date":"2020-10-20T16:43:33","date_gmt":"2020-10-20T20:43:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps-sppa\/?page_id=294"},"modified":"2025-02-28T11:34:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T16:34:37","slug":"certificates","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/sppa\/certificates\/","title":{"rendered":"Professional Certificates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>The School of Public Policy &amp; Administration (SPPA) offers two undergraduate certificates \u2013 Professional Certificate in Public Administration and Law and Professional Certificate in Public Policy Analysis. The Certificates are designed to be streamlined at 24 credits each with flexibility to choose from a list of relevant courses under the PPAS course rubric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The certificates may be completed concurrently with York undergraduate degrees or as a direct-entry program. The certificates can be completed by full-time and part-time students alike.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-accordion-id294_1c03c1-8a .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id294_1c03c1-8a .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id294_1c03c1-8a .wp-block-kadence-pane .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id294_1c03c1-8a .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id294_1c03c1-8a .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:8px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id294_1c03c1-8a kt-accordion-has-4-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane294_607da6-a6\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Add on to your York degree<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>If you are already enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at 快播视频,<\/strong> you need to apply for entry into this certificate through the School of Public Policy &amp; Administration Office. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/sppa\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/2025\/02\/SPPA-Certificate-Application-Form-for-Current-York-Students_2025.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the Certificate Application Form for current York students<\/a>. You should have completed at least 24 credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on the Certificates, please contact: <a href=\"mailto:lapssppa@yorku.ca\">lapssppa@yorku.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane294_aa8f71-a9\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Apply for a standalone certificate<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p><strong>If you are seeking to pursue the certificate as a stand-alone program<\/strong>, you must apply to the Office of Admissions, 快播视频 using the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/futurestudents.yorku.ca\/applying\/onlineapp\" target=\"_blank\">online application form<\/a>&nbsp;for future students. Admission to the stand-alone certificate program requires you to have normally completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline with minimum cumulative GPA of 5.00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The certificates are also eligible for financial aid funding through OSAP. The cost code you must use when applying for funding is: CERTLAPS1 For complete OSAP information and to apply online, go to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/osap.gov.on.ca\/OSAPPortal\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\">government's OSAP website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the stand-alone certificate program you may be granted up to 6 credits of advanced standing based on their previous studies completed no later than seven years prior to entry into the certificate program. Advanced standing credits will be awarded at the discretion of the undergraduate program director at the School of Public Policy &amp; Administration based on his or her assessment of the your academic record.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading text-uppercase h5\">Quick Links<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list list-unstyled\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/sppa\/undergrad\/\">Undergraduate Program<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/advising\/cluster-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Academic Advising<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/students.yorku.ca\/york-gpa-calculator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GPA Calculator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/sppa\/experience\/hands-on-courses\/\">Hands-on Courses<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/sppa\/undergrad\/waitlist-request-form\/\">Waitlist Request Form<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/sppa\/experience\/events\/\">Events<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group grey-bg-block has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public Administration &amp; Law<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>The 24-credit certificate is a professional certificate aimed at individuals who wish to combine knowledge of public administration and law with expertise in another area demonstrated through the achievement of at least an undergraduate degree. This reflects the fact that the public sector employs individuals from diverse professional backgrounds, but their progress through the ranks typically requires an understanding of the legal and administrative aspects of government. Upon completing the certificate, you will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>have a working knowledge of public administration and its hierarchy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>have an understanding of the role of law within government<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be familiar with the legal as well as administrative workings of government<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>be able to analyze the relationship between law, politics and public administration in a critical manner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>possess research skills in social science research as it pertains to public law and public administration, and in basic legal research<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/calendars.students.yorku.ca\/academic-calendar#\/programs\/ByERcQR7O\/r1qPVkWVu\">Certificate Requirements<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public Policy Analysis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>The 24-credit Professional Certificate in Public Policy Analysis will appeal to individuals who have an interest in public policy analysis and who want their academic record to reflect the completion of a cluster of courses in public policy analysis in a formal way. Upon completing the certificate, you will be competent to conduct analysis of public policies in taking into account the role of government in civil society through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>linking theory to practice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>having an understanding of financing of public policy programs including revenue sources and the decision-making rules for the allocation of funds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>familiarity with the implementation of public policies through the structures of public administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>knowledge of the impact of social and economic policies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>well-developed research and critical thinking skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>real-world project-based experience in some of the optional courses with an experiential education component<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/calendars.students.yorku.ca\/academic-calendar#\/programs\/ByERcQR7O\/rkAVhk-4u\">Certificate Requirements<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kt-accordion-id294_72e383-b9 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id294_72e383-b9 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id294_72e383-b9 .wp-block-kadence-pane .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id294_72e383-b9 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id294_72e383-b9 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:8px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id294_72e383-b9 kt-accordion-has-6-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane294_1a3b4e-ed\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">I am not a YorkU student, what are my next steps?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Applicants seeking to pursue either of the certificates as a stand-alone program must apply through the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/futurestudents.yorku.ca\/applying\/onlineapp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Office of Admissions<\/a>, 快播视频.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Admission to the stand-alone Certificate program requires you to have normally completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.00 on the York scale or equivalent. If you are already enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at York, you need to apply for entry into this Certificate through the School of Public Policy &amp; Administration Office. You should have completed at least 24 credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.00 (C+).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that the certificates are not open to students in the Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA) - Honours, Specialized Honours and Honours minor.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane294_26b4e8-be\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Are the certificates eligible for financial aid funding?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes, they are both eligible for financial aid funding through OSAP. The cost code you must use when applying for funding is: CERTLAPS1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For complete OSAP information and to apply online, go to the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/osap.gov.on.ca\/OSAPPortal\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u>government's OSAP website<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane294_0eb3c9-0a\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">What's the deadline to apply for the Certificate program?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>We admit students throughout the year. If you are interested in taking courses beginning in the upcoming semesters, please note that it typically takes the Office of Admissions six weeks to process an application for external applicants. The process for current York students only takes a week or two. While waiting for admission to the Certificates, please contact the SPPA office for assistance with enrolling in courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane294_880c2a-fa\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How long will it take to complete the Certificate?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Program completion depends on your pace and the availability of courses. There is currently no limit on how long one wishes to take to complete the certificate. The full 24 credits can be completed in as little as eight (8) months during the Fall and Winter terms, studying full-time. Alternatively, you can choose to space out the courses and complete them part-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The program consists of 24 credits, which amounts to about 5-7 courses (depending on whether they are full year \"6.0 credits\" or half-year \"3.0 credits\"). It is up to you to decide how long you want to take to complete the certificate, based on your own schedule as well as when the courses are offered.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><style>.kt-accordion-id294_efcb2e-b6 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:8px;}.kt-accordion-id294_efcb2e-b6 .kt-accordion-panel-inner{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kt-accordion-id294_efcb2e-b6 .wp-block-kadence-pane .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xxs, 0.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-accordion-id294_efcb2e-b6 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap{display:block;}.kt-accordion-id294_efcb2e-b6 .kt-accordion-inner-wrap .kt-accordion-pane:not(:first-child){margin-top:8px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id294_efcb2e-b6 kt-accordion-has-6-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane294_050d11-a5\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">When are courses offered?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Our courses are offered both during the day and the evening. However, you may find that not all of the required courses will be offered in the evening during a given term, as the course offering day and\/or time will change from term to term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a full listing of course offerings for any given term, please visit the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/w2prod.sis.yorku.ca\/Apps\/WebObjects\/cdm\" target=\"_blank\">York Courses Website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-5 kt-pane294_1d65c5-86\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Can I complete the certificate while working full-time?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes, it is possible to complete the Certificate while working full-time. Many courses are offered in the evening, though course availability may vary from term to term.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane294_1a5106-1f\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">I'm ready to graduate, what do I do?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Graduation requirements for both Professional Certificates require a minimum cumulative grade point average of 5.00 (C+) in the certificate courses. You must also submit an Application to Graduate with a Certificate form, to be obtained from and must be returned to the School of Public Policy &amp; Administration at 119 McLaughlin College or via email at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:lapssppa@yorku.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lapssppa@yorku.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Certificates will not be conferred until candidates have successfully completed an undergraduate degree program if they are simultaneously enrolled in a degree and a certificate program. This means that you must apply to graduate at the same time should you be enrolled in both a degree and certificate program concurrently, in order to receive both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/laps\/sppa\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/215\/2021\/01\/Application-to-Graduate-with-a-Certificate.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application to Graduate with a Certificate<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns social-bar-block is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"h6 text-white text-center wp-block-heading\">Connect with the School of 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