Certificate in Canadian Citizenship Overview
This course will explore the fundamental processes of Canadian Citizenship. Students will become familiar with the different ways someone can become a Canadian citizen as well as the necessary steps and documentation for application. This course will look at the rights and legislation surrounding Canadian citizenship and how citizenship is granted. Other topics covered in this course will be the citizenship test and oath, resumption of citizenship, renouncing, revoking and time deadlines and grounds for citizenship appeals.
To further develop your skillset, we recommend you visit our Immigration Practitioner Centre.
Topics/Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Discuss the legislative history of Canadian citizenship and the changes to legislation over the past 20 years
- Identify the role of the Citizenship Commission
- Explain the attributes of citizenship
- Identify documents that can be used as proof of Canadian Citizenship
- Explain multiple citizenships
- Describe the rights and responsibilities of Canadian citizenship
- Differentiate between the ways you can become a citizen
- Discuss citizenship by grant or naturalization
- Identify all of the necessary application documents
- Identify the classification of prohibited persons
- Explain the components and requirements of the citizenship test, interview, oath and ceremony
- Discuss citizenship applications for minors
- Explain resumption of citizenship
- Outline renouncing and revoking citizenship reasonings and processes
- Explain basic grounds and deadlines for citizenship appeals
- Discuss up to date case laws
Admission Requirements
Although there are no formal admission requirements for this course, due to the advanced nature of the material covered, it is presumed that attendees have a basic knowledge of Canadian Immigration Law in general and this topic in particular.
Credential
Upon completion of the course requirements, a Certificate of Completion will be issued.
Live Online Students
Ashton College uses web conferencing tools for conducting online classes and online learning management systems for managing resources, assignments, and grades. These tools help instructors and students connect live online as well as asynchronously. The basic requirements for online learning include a computer, webcam, speakers, and a microphone or a headset and headphones, along with a reliable internet connection. Though online learning can be pursued using smartphones and tablets, the use of laptops or desktop computers is encouraged for an enhanced learning experience.
This program was reviewed and approved by the Registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
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