Equity in Healthcare Certificate
Inequitable healthcare leads to inequitable health outcomes. This program, developed in partnership with the Provincial Health Services Authority, will give you the tools you need to create inclusive healthcare environments. Whether you are a clinician, leader or administrator, you’ll build your confidence in working with diverse populations and making equitable decisions. Ultimately, you will learn to deliver culturally informed care that leads to better patient outcomes and provider experiences, while developing essential skills applicable to any discipline.
Why this program?
- Develop skills and strategies to work with diverse populations and promote equitable access to healthcare
- Complete program at a flexible pace in as little as one year
- Earn three microcertificates accredited by UBC Faculty of Medicine Continuing Professional Development (UBC CPD)
- Graduate with a certificate that confers SFU alumni status along with its benefits
Format
Part-time
Location
Online
Program completion
1–3 years (from start date of first course)
To graduate, successfully complete all 6 courses.
Course duration
6 weeks
Course work
3–4 hours/week
Schedule
Self-paced within set deadlines
Courses
To earn the certificate, complete all 6 courses in the recommended order listed below.
Courses also apply toward microcertificates. When you register for a course, you will be automatically enrolled in the microcertificate program—no application required. Complete both courses in its group to earn the microcertificate.
Equity Essentials in Healthcare Microcertificate:
Learning materials
Course materials included
Cost
$599/course
$99 non-refundable program application fee
$3,693 total program costs
Application info
Update on StrongerBC future skills grant: our waitlist is currently full, but you can sign up for email updates.
Application requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Mature students who do not meet this requirement may qualify with at least 5 years of appropriate experience
- English Language Recommendations
Oct 01, 2026
Dec 01, 2026
Update on StrongerBC future skills grant: our waitlist is currently full, but you can sign up for email updates.
Enroll in the certificate program to track your progress in your student account and be eligible to graduate when you finish.
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