We’re excited to share a fantastic lineup of Spring 2026 Professional Development opportunities offered by the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development (OCEPD) at UPEI — designed to help you grow your skills, expand your expertise, and elevate your impact.

UPEI Staff Special Rate:
A reminder that UPEI staff and faculty are eligible to take select OCEPD Certificate programs at a reduced tuition rate of just $995 — a great way to invest in yourself and your professional journey. 

Spring 2026 Certificate Programs

• Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety - https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/occupational-health-and-safety
  • Starts: April 21, 2026
  • Certificate Goals: Build confidence in identifying risks, preventing incidents, and strengthening workplace safety practices.
• Certificate in Introductory Data Analytics: Bridging Qualitative and Quantitative Analytics - https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/introductory-data-analytics
  • Starts: April 22, 2026
  • Certificate Goals: Build foundational data skills to inform decision-making, enhance reporting, and bring data insights into your work.
• Certificate in Mental Health and Well-Being - https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/certificate-in-mental-health-and-well-being
  • Starts: April 28, 2026
  • Certificate Goals: Enhance your understanding of workplace mental health strategies that support wellness, resilience, and a positive organizational culture.
• Certificate in Conflict Resolution - https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/conflict-resolution-certificate
  • Starts: April 30, 2026
  • Certificate Goals: Sharpen practical skills for managing and resolving workplace conflict, turning challenging conversations into constructive outcomes.
• Certificate in Professional Communications - https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/professional-communications-certificate
  • Starts: May 4, 2026
  • Certificate Goals: Develop high-impact communication skills — from workplace writing to effective interpersonal exchanges — essential in every role.
• Certificate in Marketing and Branding - https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/certificate-in-marketing-and-branding
  • Starts: May 13, 2026 (three-course sequence)
  • Certificate Goals: Learn how to craft compelling messaging, utilize social media strategically, and strengthen your personal or department brand.
• Certificate in Motivational Interviewing - https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates/certificate-in-motivational-interviewing
  • Starts: June 4, 2026
  • Certificate Goals: Gain practical conversational techniques to support behaviour change, coaching, and supportive dialogues across teams.

Why Take a Certificate?

Each of these OCEPD Certificate programs is practical, evidence-informed, and directly applicable to your work at UPEI. Whether it’s enhancing communication, boosting team morale, improving safety, strengthening analytics, or fortifying wellbeing — these Certificates are designed to give you the skills to improve in your role and contribute to stronger well-being. 

Ready to enroll or learn more?
Visit the full OCEPD Certificate listings on UPEI’s Professional Development site: https://www.upei.ca/professional-development/certificates

Feel free to reach out if you’d like help selecting the right program for your goals — we’re cheering you on as you continue your professional development journey!