This program serves as a solid basis and a conversion course for further advanced study in psychology. It is appropriate for people who hold a first degree in a field other than psychology, giving them the opportunity to obtain the necessary theoretical and practical foundations for a future career in psychology.

The purpose of the program is to provide a broad grounding in psychology that enables participants to develop and/or advance their basic knowledge and skills in psychology in relation to their professional and personal interests.

The program aims to:
- Provide participants with a broad, basic knowledge of theory and research in the scientific study of psychology.
- Develop the ability to describe and evaluate psychological theory and research.
- Develop the ability to construct a coherent argument and support it with evidence from research in psychology.

In order to be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Psychology, a student must complete all course requirements of the program within a period of 4 terms.
Earn a minimum cumulative index (CI) of “B” (3.00).