Indigenous Health Administration and Leadership Program (IHALP)

UBC Certificate ProgramApplication rounds for 2026/2027 cohort will open Mid July

Promote the Health and Wellness of Indigenous Peoples

This program is formerly known as the Aboriginal Health and Community Administration Program.


Rooted in the core values of resiliency, culture and Indigenous perspectives, the UBC Certificate in Indigenous Health Administration and Leadership is designed to build and enhance your knowledge of health administration so you can confidently design, lead, and deliver holistic health and wellness programming in Indigenous organizations and communities.This program is proudly delivered in partnership by the UBC Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health in and UBC Extended Learning, which offers support in instructional design, course delivery and student services, including applications and registration.The program curriculum is centered on Indigenous approaches and traditional teachings and is taught primarily by Indigenous instructors. You’re in a culturally safe and supportive learning environment that offers opportunities to build connections and lifelong relationships with your peers and instructors. The program format is flexible allowing you to do the program along with your work and family commitments.


Important information and dates for 2026/2027 Cohort

  • Format: Courses are either virtual classes with 3 day in-person learning (held at UBC Vancouver campus)
  • Duration: One year, part-time    
  • Cost: $6,575 (Details on the “Apply” page)
  • Upcoming Information session: TBA
  • Previous Recorded Information session: View our past information session
  • 2025/2026 Program Schedule: View here
  • *NOTE* : Apply by November 19th in order to possibly access $3,500 Future Skills Grant Funding.  Limited funding is available for BC residents.
  • Next program start date: February 27, 2026
  • Application deadline: November 19, 2025

*Please Note: Before applying, please be sure you have read the program information, including how to apply and the program handbook


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