Participants enrolled in VHF’s Heritage Conservation Education (HCE) courses are invited to attend individual talks and workshops, or they can opt to pursue the Heritage Conservation Certificate, which comes at no additional cost. Sponsored seats are available for emerging professionals through our Student Access Program.
Benefits
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Gain knowledge about heritage, local history and heritage conservation and a wide range of experiences within the field
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Make connections with established and emerging professionals in the heritage community
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Great addition to a CV/resume
- Most workshops qualify for self-reporting Professional Development credits
The variety of courses provided a broad breadth of understanding, and I was appreciative of the flexible course times– including evenings and weekends. Not only did VHF provide education, through these activities, I also connected with like-minded individuals on community heritage commissions, in non-profits, working consultants, and the regional heritage network in general. It was neat to learn from their backgrounds, which were often different from mine, and brought a new lens to my thinking. Overall, I highly recommend the Certificate in Heritage Conservation for those looking to complement or augment their practice or interest. – Britney Dack, municipal heritage planner
Certificate Requirements
To receive this certificate, you must:
- Take Heritage 101: An Introduction to Heritage Conservation
- Enroll in 15 additional elective credits through HCE or other qualifying programs*
- Attend a house tour (ie. Heritage Discovery Day) or 3 walking tours**
*Heritage Hour talks and Heritage Lunch and Learns qualify for 1 credit each, to a maximum of 3 credits. **Virtual strolls do not qualify for the walking tour requirement.
For more information, please email VHF’s Director of Education at sarah@vancouverheritagefoundation.org.
Completed All Your Credits?
If you have completed your 18 credits of coursework and all additional requirements for the Heritage Conservation Certificate, you must fill out a form so a VHF staff member will be able to verify your course history and award you your certificate!
Course Schedule and Credits
Completion of the certificate can take several years depending on courses schedules. Courses vary each year and some courses and tours are no longer offered. Course credits are assessed based on length of the workshop or program and range between 1-3 credits.
All courses are offered by heritage professionals working in the fields of architecture, trades & construction, heritage conservation, planning, landscaping and related professions.
Our courses are recognized by AIBC, PIBC, BCAAIC, BCSLA, IDIBC and BOABC. All Professional Development credits are self-reporting – talk to your professional body to inquire how to register your attendance.
If you currently enrolled in an educational program and 16-30 years of age, sponsored seats for students are available for Heritage Conservation workshops and courses through the Student Access Program. Please email us if you are eligible and interested in attending an upcoming event.
