Natosapi Heritage Studies
Culture & Heritage Resource Management Certificate
This 1-year Culture & Heritage Resource Management Certificate (CHRMC) combines Archaeology and Museum Studies to prepare you for diverse careers.
Combining Archaeology and Museum Studies.
Five Archaeology, four Museum & Indigenous Heritage Studies, and one elective.
Archaeology (SA) courses on the Plains, Siksika and resource management.
Museum & Indigenous Heritage Studies (MIHS).
After the Certificate
Career Paths
Graduates can work as junior helpers in archaeology, museums, and education. With further education, students could become an archaeologist, curator, or specialize in education, policy, curriculum development, advocacy, or work with Indigenous communities.
- Archaeology
- Museums
- Education
- Work with Indigenous communities
Course Overview
The CHRMC program includes 10 courses. Course examples include:
Archaeology (SA) Courses
- Introduction to ArcheologySA 200
- Plains ArcheologySA 203, SA 306
- Siksika ArcheologySA 301
- Cultural Resource Management ArcheologySA 304
Museum & Indigenous Heritage Studies (MIHS)
- Indigenous CuratorshipMIHS 225
- Introduction to ArchivesMIHA
- Introduction to Museum & Indigenous Heritage StudiesMIHS 250
- Indigenous MuseologyMIHS 250
Elective or SK Course
1 Elective course or a Siksika Knowledge (SK) course.
Culture & Heritage Resource Management Certificate
Suggested Program Sequence
| Year 1 Fall 2025 |
Year 2 Fall 2026 |
| SA 200 - Introduction to Archaeology | SA 301 - Siksika Archaeology |
| SA 203 - Plains Archaeology | SA 304 - Cultural Resource Management Archaeology |
| MIHS 225 - Indigenous Curatorship | SA 306 - Canadian Plains Archaeology |
| Year 1 Winter 2026 |
|
| MIHA 235 - Introduction to Archives | |
| MIHS 250 - Introduction to Museum & Indigenous Heritage Studies | |
| MIHS 250 - Indigenous Museology |
Program Requirements
Applicants need:
- English 30-1
- Academic Writing 303
- SK 200
Tuition, Fees & Application
Contact the OSCC Registrar for information on tuition, fees, important dates, and how to apply.
Interested in the CHRMC?
Contact Natosapi Old Sun Community College for program details and support with your application.