Advanced Healthcare Leadership Program

Advanced Healthcare Leadership

Immigration Information

• International students are eligible to apply for a study permit for this program  

• This program aligns with CIP codes as an eligible field of study for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
  • Review the NAIT list of programs with CIP codes here.
  • The final decision to grant a Post-Graduation Work Permit rests with IRCC. For more information, please visit IRCC's website.
  • Applicants and students should review the IRCC guidelines to ensure they have the latest information.
• NAIT will provide this information in students' completion letters, once they finish the program, to support their PGWP application.
• This is a non-credit program.

• International graduates of this program are currently not eligible for one of Canada’s permanent residency pathways, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP). 

This program is not considered a Post-Graduate or Masters-level program.

Program Options 

This program is offered as a 2-year comprehensive healthcare leadership program, targeting experienced applied healthcare professionals seeking leadership opportunities in the healthcare industry in Canada.  

As a commitment to providing flexible opportunities for students, those who wish to partake in a 1-year program, can elect to opt out of the program after completing Terms 1 and 2, to achieve the Certificate of Achievement in Healthcare Leadership and Supervision. For those who wish to remain for the 2-year program, students will achieve the 2-year Certification of Achievement in Advanced Healthcare Leadership.  

Hands-on Industry Relevant Skills

This program provides healthcare practitioners with the skills to advance their leadership and supervisory skills. Among the wide range of skills and knowledge you will gain, you can expect to learn: 

• Leadership & Supervisory skills  
• Facilitation skills & Team building 
• Stress Management & Crisis management 
• Mental health and wellbeing 
• Accounting skills 
• Communication strategies 
• Intercultural and interpersonal competencies & Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) 
• Negotiation & Mediation 
• Organizational & Change management 
• Professionalism and ethics & Human rights 
• And more! 

Certification

Upon completion of the program, you will receive the following certificates:  

• Basic Life Support  
• Leadership Development  
• Supervisory Development  
• WHMIS  
• Workplace Essentials  
• Conflict Resolution  
• Crisis Management Essentials  
• Enhanced Team Leadership*  
• Healthcare Manager*  

*Specific to those who complete the full 2-year program Advanced Healthcare Leadership. 

Requirements

Tuition and Fees

Tuition Fee   

$39,000 CAD 

• Term 1: $9,860 CAD 
• Term 2: $9,640 CAD 
• Term 3: $9,860 CAD 
• Term 4: $9,640 CAD 

Tuition Fee Deadlines  

• Term 1: Within 30 days of being accepted into the program   

• All following terms are due 30 days before each term  

General Tuition Policies  

As you navigate your program, it’s important to be aware of the following policies:    

• A payment will be applied against any outstanding balance from a previous term before being applied to current or future tuition and term fees.   
• Students are responsible for all fees charged to your student account. If you add or drop courses after you have paid your fees, your account balance may change.   
• Ensure any outstanding balance is paid by the deadline to avoid complications  
• You must meet payment deadlines even if you have applied for student loans, scholarships, bursaries, or sponsorship.   
• Deadlines are strictly enforced.    
• Late enrolments will require quick payments, sometimes within 24 hours, and must be paid for before classes start. 

Payment options  

NAIT uses PayMyTuition for all payments.  

Additional Optional Fees  

These fees are not mandatory, and students can decide if they want these services or not.   

• ETS TRANSIT PASS: $100/month   
• Transit passes can be purchased online here 
• Discounted tickets available for students! 
• Recreation Fees: $132.88/term   
• Find out what the recreation fee provides here   
• This can be purchased at NAIT’s one AT NAIT Card office or at the main desk of the Fitness Centre.    
• Please note, this can be purchased only after activating your one AT NAIT card! For more, see here.  

International supports at NAIT

NAIT provides many supports and services for international students! Home to hundreds of international students, NAIT is committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and supportive space for all students. When you’re a student at NAIT, there are many international services and resources you can access.

International and Intercultural Community Centre 

NAIT’s International and Intercultural Community Centre (IICC) is NAIT’s hub for international and intercultural community-building, capacity development, outreach and connection. At the IICC, students can access:  

• International Peer Mentors 

• International Engagement Events 

• International Academic Advising 

• And more! 

NAIT’s IICC team actively meets with current NAIT students to support and celebrate their learning journey! 

Immigration & Visa Information 

NAIT.ca/immigration is an excellent international and immigration resource for prospective and current international NAIT students. Information that can be found here includes:  

• Study permits 

• Working permissions 

• Post-Graduation Work Permits 

• Online videos and resources; 

• And more! 

Visit nait.ca/immigration to begin your immigration research! 

Pre-departure and Arrival information 

Have you been accepted to NAIT and are planning to travel to Edmonton, Alberta? If so, NAIT offers many helpful resources and information for this exciting journey. Find information about:  

• Travel tips and tricks  

• Living in Edmonton 

• Healthcare in Alberta 

• And more!

We are here to support your journey to Edmonton, Alberta!

Recruitment Events 

Are you interested in joining NAIT? We offer many events, information sessions and tours through our International Recruitment team.