The Environmental Monitoring Certificate program equips students with technical skills and knowledge to conduct environmental monitoring tasks associated with entry-level positions.

This program responds to current training needs and runs on a different model then the regular post-secondary academic calendar. In other words, this is designed to allow for participation while maintaining existing employment and family life by concentrating the courses in week-long modules over a period of 18 months.

The Environmental Monitoring certificate program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the biophysical environment, introduces First Nation traditional knowledge, and teaches technical skills such as environmental sampling techniques and navigation and data collection with GPS.

Throughout the program, students develop solid technical skills and learn how environmental monitoring activities connect to regulatory processes and resource management. Program graduates will have the skills and knowledge to operate successfully within industrial and First Nation contexts, and other governments.

English 10 OR Communications 10 OR the YukonU equivalent, ENGL 030; AND Mathematics 10 OR Essentials of Mathematics 10 OR the YukonU equivalent, MATH 030. Program admission can also be awarded to Open Studies students who achieve a B+ or higher in 2 of the following courses: ENVM 090, ENVM 091, ENVM 093, and ENVM 095.

All program seats are reserved for Northern First Nation students.

Yukon University recognizes that a greater understanding and awareness of Yukon First Nations history, culture and journey towards self-determination will help to build positive relationships among all Yukon citizens. As a result, you will be required to achieve core competency in knowledge of Yukon First Nations.

For details, visit Yukon First Nations Core Competency

Each course has a fee range of $1,600 - $1700 which comes to a total of $16500 which includes:

• Tuition
• Additional student fees
• Room and board when outside of Whitehorse
• Transportation between Whitehorse and the course location
• Course supplies and materials

Please note:
These fees apply only to courses held outside of Whitehorse. Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation to Whitehorse and accommodations while staying in Whitehorse. Fees are subject to change.

If you do not have private accommodations in Whitehorse, you and your funder can expect to cover costs for approximately 36 nights in Whitehorse, including hotel, per diems and travel. 

Personal Gear
Participants must bring their own personal gear, including:

• Day pack, safety boots and rain gear etc.

Students should ensure they are equipped appropriately for expected weather conditions prior to the start of their course.

Student financial awards

Education is an investment in your future, your family and your community. Yukon University is pleased to support that investment by offering some of the most competitive tuition rates in the country, as well as several student financial awards to help offset your educational and living costs.

Financial assistance

There are government programs, scholarships, bursaries, awards and First Nation funding available to financially support you throughout your academic career.

See money matters for more information, or talk to our financial advising staff in the Student Services Centre. Email or call 867 456 8574 to make an appointment.

• What if I don't have the program pre-requisites?

  You may be accepted on conditional acceptance. 

• My First Nation expressed interest to help fund my courses, what do they need to start the process?

Please connect your funder with the coordinator of the program. Our coordinator will confirm with your funder the course dates, course fees and the next steps to payment. 

• What if I can't make it to each course that is scheduled?

  You do not need to take the courses in sequence. When the course that you have missed becomes available again, you can take it at a later date if needed. Please keep in mind, this may affect your graduation timeline. Please connect with the instructor on further details of missed courses.

• What kinds of employment opportunities will this program prepare me for?

   

• Who can I talk to about funding opportunities?

  Funding advisors are available to support students as needed @

  What is an environmental monitor?

  What makes for a successful student in this program? 

To receive a Yukon University Certificate in Environmental Monitoring, students must:

• Pass all of the courses and certifications in the Environmental Monitoring Certificate Program.
• Complete all of the coursework at Yukon University.
• Maintain a minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA (B- average, 65-69%).
• Obtain current Red Cross Remote First Aid OR Wilderness First Aid/CPR-C certification.