Humber Polytechnic has earned an essential distinction in the construction education landscape as the Project Coordinator for Construction (PCC) micro-credential has been approved for five Gold Seal credits by the Canadian Construction Association.
It’s the first Gold Seal–accredited program in Humber’s history.
“This achievement reflects the strength of Humber’s academic design, its deep industry partnerships and the collective efforts across CPL, faculty experts and corporate training collaborators,” said Frank Cappadocia, dean of Continuous Professional Learning.
Why this matters for Humber
Gold Seal accreditation positions Humber as a trusted training provider for one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing sectors. It reinforces Humber’s reputation for delivering industry-aligned, workforce-ready education and showcases how micro-credentials can meet employer needs in a targeted, impactful way.
It also strengthens Humber’s corporate training portfolio and supports its broader strategic goals around employer engagement and partnership development, industry-recognized credentials, flexible, workforce-responsive program delivery and expanding Humber’s leadership in trades-related upskilling and professional learning.
About the PCC micro-credential
The PCC is a 16-hour hybrid micro-credential, developed with input from Canadian construction professionals. The program fills a critical workforce gap as many project coordinators enter the role with minimal formal training yet carry significant responsibility for schedules, documentation, and communication.
The curriculum focuses on:
• Scheduling trades and managing dependencies
• Reading drawings and specifications
• Understanding RFIs and document flow
• Navigating contract documents
• Coordinating stakeholders and project lifecycles
• Building communication and conflict-resolution skills
The PCC micro-credential is currently offered as employer-group corporate training with open enrolment for individual learners planned for 2026. This phased approach allows Humber to meet immediate employer demand, build deeper relationships with construction partners, gather data and feedback to strengthen the program, and expand pathways for learners entering construction careers.
Cappadocia said Gold Seal credentials are widely respected across the industry, making the accreditation a meaningful differentiator when engaging with employers. Cappadocia acknowledged the significant contributions emerging from CPL’s collaborative framework.
“This success reflects CPL’s collaborative model of program development, drawing on the expertise of several key internal and external partners. It is a strong example of how CPL mobilizes cross-departmental expertise to produce nationally recognized training.”
Please check out the PCC website for further details.