Syllabics
FNUniv delivers accredited university programs directly to First Nations communities across Canada, making higher Indigenous Education more accessible than ever. Our Community-Based Programs allow students to stay connected to their families, cultures, and home communities while earning respected university credentials.
Each program is built in partnership with First Nations communities and school divisions, ensuring it reflects community priorities and supports long term success. Whether delivered on-site or through high-quality remote learning, our programs provide flexible options that meet students where they are.
New Partnership with Onion Lake First Nation, Saskatchewan
Students interested in the Indigenous Access Transition Education Certificate (IATEC) can apply through the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), University of Regina.
The program’s intent is to prepare students for a university-level program of study, focusing on increasing retention and success rates for Indigenous students.
The program also provides additional support and resources to ensure students feel reassured and confident in their academic journey.
Please visit the UofR IATEC page for comprehensive information on the program, core courses, and program duration. The Indigenous Access Transition Education program could be your gateway to a brighter future.
The Dene Teacher Education Program (DTEP) is a four-year Bachelor of Education – Indigenous Education program.
The vision of DTEP became a reality with partnerships between FNUniv, and:
The focus is on Dene Language Instruction and First Nations ways of learning. Language acquisition and development are crucial elements of teacher growth.
Programming is community-based, offered in the Clearwater River Dene Nation and La Loche with extensive services in their immersion and transition classrooms. FNUniv is committed to meet the community and academic needs of providing our students with the best possible education and maintaining and nurturing the cultural and linguistic heritage of the area.
One of the most significant impacts of a Dene Immersion and Teacher Education program is PRIDE. Students are proud of their Dene heritage and language. They represent a unique few among the First Nations Peoples of Canada who have maintained and expanded their first language.
Students will work with teachers who have developed and implemented the programs.
If you’re interested in this program, contact the Community-Based Program Coordinator.
The First Nations Language Instructors Certificate (FNLIC) is a certificate program that supports First Nations language teaching instructors.
The program is a space for anyone interested in teaching a First Nations Language. If you are a fluent speaker teaching the language, the program will assist you with your teaching methods. The program recently expanded the language groups to include Mohawk. It now comprises six language groups: nêhiyawêwin, Anihšināpēmowin, Dakota, Nakota, Mohawk, and Dene, ensuring that everyone’s unique linguistic heritage is respected and celebrated.
If you work full-time and are committed to remaining in your home community while teaching your language, this Certificate program could be for you. It is offered remotely and in the evenings. Courses taken within the program can be accredited towards a Bachelor of Education degree.
FALL 2026
(1) INDL 100
EIND 100
WINTER 2027
INDL 101
ESPY 205
SPRING 2027
EIND 116
FALL 2027
LING 230
EINL 225
WINTER 2028
EINL 325
EINL 335
SPRING 2028
EINL 450
https://www.uregina.ca/cce/career-development/education-health/language-instructor.html
For more information, please contact the Community-Based Program Coordinator
e: communitybasedprograms@firstnationsuniversity.ca
Norine Tourangeau
Lecturer, First Nations Language Instructor Certificate (FNLIC)
p: 306.931.1800 ext. 5210
e: ntourangeau@firstnationsuniversity.ca
For campus locations, maps and hours of operation, please visit our contact us page.
(the good path through life)
(the good path through life)