CPRS Recognized post-secondary education programs

In 2011, CPRS launched Pathways to the Profession™: An Outcomes Based Approach Towards Excellence in Canadian Public Relations and Communications Management Education, a recognition program for PR and CM education programs offered through Canadian colleges and universities.

Seeking recognition is a voluntary process for Canadian institutes. It provides a signal to the industry, potential employers, current and future students, and to the institutes, that an educational program offers sound preparation in public relations and communications management.

Who is eligible to be recognized under the Pathways program? If you are a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution* that meets the definition, and are delivering Public Relations and/or Communications programs, you will want to consider applying for recognition.

*Recognized Canadian Post-secondary Institution – For these purposes, defined as a Public or private institution that has been given authority to grant degrees, diplomas, and other credentials by a public or private act of the provincial/territorial legislature or through a government-mandated quality assurance mechanism. CICIC definition.

Where do I get the forms? All forms are available for downloading by clicking here.

I need more information. Click here to download detailed Pathways recognition program information, application instructions and other important information. Still have questions? Check the FAQs If you do not find a solution, please contact Tracey Baker, Director, Education, CPRS by email at: Tbaker@cprs.ca or by phone at (647) 523-7034.

Do you have the Pathways Seal of Recognition yet?