Activity Coordinator Certificate – in Collaboration with Alberta Seniors & Community Housing Association (ASCHA)
About the Activity Coordinator Certificate
The Alberta Seniors and Community Housing Association (ASCHA), in collaboration with Red Deer Polytechnic, is proud to offer accessible, flexible and sector-specific online learning opportunities to Activity Coordinators in the rapidly developing seniors' housing sector.
This certificate program provides a plethora of tools and techniques that will assist you in building a strong sense of community and creating a welcoming, socially inclusive environment for seniors.
Program Content
Course Descriptions
Communication & Conflict Management | ASHA – 120
Develop interpersonal and oral communication skills. Focus on gaining skills and knowledge to manage conflict and build relationships. Come prepared to learn about the conflict management model, processes, and practices.
Leadership Skills | ASHA – 121
Acquire new knowledge and skills in leadership. Focus on moving an organization or a site to a new, higher level of effectiveness, efficiency and/or workplace fulfillment.
Aging Processes | ASHA – 125
Gain knowledge of aging processes. Understand the impact of aging on the individual and explore concepts of successful aging and how these may be utilized to achieve life well lived.
Program Development | ASHA – 127
Examine recreation and leisure activity planning. Focus on knowing your clientele, creating meaningful recreation and leisure opportunities, and effectively planning the delivery of quality programs. Leave with a toolkit of recreation and leisure activities.
Principles of Recreation & Leisure | ASHA – 128
Define terminology, scope of recreation, and leisure. Study psychological and sociological programming considerations. Examine current practice and future opportunities for prolonged health, happiness, and independence of seniors.
Personal & Professional Development | ASHA – 129
Gain skills in presenting yourself professionally and achieve work/life balance. Assess your personal and professional needs and develop an action plan to support short and long-term work and personal growth.
Older Adult Fitness | ASHA – 130
Focus on understanding the impact of aging and good health on the individual, learn concepts of appropriate fitness and how to utilize them in your professional role. Gain the confidence to support aging adults to attain their full capability.
Admission Requirements
There are no prerequisites or online learning experience required.
Additional Requirements
Technology Requirements
Technical requirements: reliable Internet connection, headset and microphone.
Program Cost
Financial Aid Options
Student life can be very expensive, and few individuals have enough money to pay up-front for their post-secondary education.
Program Content
The Activity Coordinator Certificate program features seven courses.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate, learners will need to successfully complete all seven required courses.
Continuation Education and Corporate Training
Further your career by advancing your existing skills through flexible courses, micro-credentials and programs.