College of the Rockies 2022-2023 Viewbook

Viewbook | 2022-2023

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CONTENTS Welcome to the Kootenays ������������������������ 2 Explore Kootenay Life.

Find your Adventure. ������������������������������������6 Top Five Reasons To Choose ���������������������8 Real Life. Real Learning ����������������������������� 10 Student Resources ����������������������������������������12 Find Your Place ��������������������������������������������� 14 International Opportunities ���������������������� 16 Cultural Perspectives �����������������������������������17 Indigenous Student Services ������������������� 19 Committed to a Sustainable Future ����� 20 Start Here. Go There. ��������������������������������� 23 Programs ��������������������������������������������������������� 24 Admission Requirements ������������������������� 32 How to Apply ������������������������������������������������ 33 Student for a Day ���������������������������������������� 33 Take a Guided Tour ������������������������������������� 33

COVID-19:

Photos in this book reflect typical activities at College of the Rockies.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, activities on our campuses were anything but typical for a large part of 2020 and 2021. While we missed seeing the smiling faces of our students, we are committed to adhering to all orders declared by the Provincial Health Officer. We’re hopeful for better days in 2022, but no matter what comes, our commitment to providing you with a quality learning experience with personalized attention will not waver. Regular monitoring of future orders and public health guidelines will continue to be a part of our routine operations and we will update our plans, protocols, and processes as needed to reflect the fluid nature of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Located in the East Kootenay region in the southeast corner of BC, our main and Gold Creek campuses are located in Cranbrook.

We also have regional campuses in Creston, Fernie, Golden, Invermere, and Kimberley.

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CAMPUS TO SKI HILL IN 30!

to downtown Cranbrook or shopping centre from main campus and student housing.

OVER 2,000 HECTARES OF FOREST

WITH 100’S OF KM’S OF M ARKED TRAILS JUST STEPS FROM CRANBROOK’S MAIN CAMPUS AND STUDENT HOUSING!

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Our Student Life team organizes rafting, skiing, and snowshoe trips, rents equipment, and can direct you to the trails for hiking

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RECREATION FACILITIES

Our gymnasium, fully equipped weight room, sports field, disc golf course, and sand volleyball courts are all available,

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SAVE MONEY AVERAGE COST OF ATTENDING IS 35% LESS THAN UNIVERSITY

SMALL CLASS SIZES MAKE IT EASY TO TRANSITION TO COLLEGE

TRANSFERABILITY AND DUAL ADMISSION

OVER 3,500 TRANSFER AGREEMENTS. DUAL ADMISSION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF LETHBRIDGE

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I chose the College because it was in a location that suited my needs and was more affordable than university. I soon realized that the instructors were amazing and the program itself was very comprehensive.

- Tara Pfaff, Early Childhood Education

The Environmental Studies certificate program at the College is amazing! I was able to go straight from the program to working in the field as an Environmental Technician. Having the ability to transfer to ULeth or UVIC are also great options.

- Arick Keane, Environmental Studies

I found all the teachers to be encouraging, while offering a safe place to learn. I think any female who is considering a career in a non-traditional field like the trades should just go for it. It’s been a very positive experience and a time of growth.

- Alysha Buchy, Electrician Foundation program

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REAL LIFE. REAL LEARNING.

WHENEVER POSSIBLE, WE TAKE THE LEARNING OUT OF THE CLASSROOM AND INTO REAL-LIFE SITUATIONS. The following images depict just a few of the opportunities that have enhanced the learning experience for our students.

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STUDENT RESOURCES EDUCATION ADVISING

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Still figuring out where you want your journey to take you? Or do you know where you want to go but are not sure how to get there? Our Education Advisors are here to help. Their goal is to help you be successful through all steps of your education, whether you are curious about starting post-secondary, need help selecting your courses, or are close to finishing your chosen program.

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November 1, 2021

Applications open for Fall 2022

November 19, 2021

Tuition fees due for Winter 2022 for all programs with semestered courses.

January 6, 2022

Start of classes for programs with semestered courses.

January 20, 2022

Last day for late registration for the Winter 2022 semester

February 15, 2022

Last day to submit Bachelor of Science in Nursing applications for the 2022-23 academic year.

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February 22, 2022

Reading Break begins.

April 25, 2022

Registration opens for new domestic students

June 1, 2022

Registration opens for new international students

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SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AWARDS

• Education Advising • Counselling and Wellness

Check out available scholarships and bursaries at

• Financial Assistance • Peer Assisted Learning

cotr.bc.ca/student-services/ student-support/financial-aid/

• Accessibility Services • Indigenous Student Services • Bookstore • Library • Technology Support • Student Food Bank • Writing Labs • Study Skills Workshop • Career/Employment Services: • Resume and cover letter assistance

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The Students’ Association works closely with the Student Life and Athletics department to plan fun events throughout the year and has implemented the Universal Bus Pass (U-Pass) for full-time students at the Cranbrook campus. The U-Pass allows holders unlimited access to the City’s transit system as well as free access to public swim times at Western Financial Place.

An evening shuttle for night classes is also available to cardholders.

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When you complete your studies here, you’ll join a network of women and men who are leaders in business, natural resource development, tourism and hospitality, education, healthcare, the sciences, and the arts. Need some advice or mentorship from a former student?

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In addition, the Students’ Association provides student dental and medical insurance.

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You have two options for on-campus living: Purcell House or The Village.

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Our housing options offer either four or six bedroom pods, with shared kitchen and living room. They also are bordered to the east by the Cranbrook Community Forest, which means you will literally have hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing trails right outside your door!

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STUDY ABROAD INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT STUDIES IN EUROPE

In typical years, we offer a variety of options for learning abroad, including:

Study for a semester or during the summer in Andorra or Denmark as part of your Business Management program.

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• SEMESTER ABROAD IN ANDORRA

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We celebrate a wide-range of cultures at College of the Rockies, from the rich heritage of the Ktunaxa and Kinbasket peoples, upon whose traditional territory we reside, to the students who come to the College from a diverse breadth of locations. Learning from each other and exploring new perspectives in our globally-connected world benefits us all.

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I’m very thankful to College of the Rockies and all the instructors there for starting my post-secondary career off right. I love school and a large part of that is the College and how welcoming and accommodating it is.

– Alexis Fisher, University Arts and Sciences

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INDIGENOUS STUDENT SERVICES

• Connecting to tutors, mentors, and Elders

Our Indigenous Education Services team assists and supports learning with many services, including:: • Academic advising: course selection and planning • Learning assessment and referrals

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• Access to funding opportunities (i.e. assistance with seeking band funding) • Scholarship, award, and bursary applications

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A living wall installed in the front entrance of our Cranbrook main campus helps purify the air and decreases both temperature and noise – and it looks amazing too! In fact, it GSky Plant Systems, who installed our living wall, recently won a I-Plants Magazin Biophilic Design Award for their design of our wall.

COMMITTED TO A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Sustainability is very important at College of the Rockies – so much so, we have an entire four-year degree dedicated to sustainable business practices.

We are also a member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, an association of colleges and universities working to create a sustainable future.

Addition of an electric vehicle charging station at our Cranbrook campus.

Installation of a composter at our Cranbrook campus to convert food waste to compost, thanks in part to a contribution from Columbia Basin Trust

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Sustainability is something that should be important to everyone.

To some, sustainability just means being an environmentalist but in reality it is not only about the environment. Sustainability is about making sure that the people, culture, and environment are able to all successfully work with each other to function as a profitable business.

- Michael Savarie, Bachelor of Business in Sustainable Business Practices

Read more of Michael’s story at cotr.ca/alumni-profiles/a-sustainable-career

Installation of a variety of forms of solar technology on our Pinnacle Hall trades building, Purcell House student housing facility, and the Kootenay Centre building at our main campus.

Water bottle refilling stations have been installed at most campuses.

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Our Sustainability Committee greatly expanded our recycling program at all campuses.

All building projects meet stringent environmental standards. Our 2010 main entrance renovation achieved certification by the Leadership in Environmental Design (LEED) certification program, and our recently completed student housing village represents “net-zero energy ready” - the standard met by the most energy-efficient projects.

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Attending the College for the first couple years of my education made me a more confident learner.

The smaller class sizes and more intimate setting allowed me to discover more about myself and my style of learning before attending a much larger institution. The College’s main campus is beautiful and is filled with staff who genuinely care about your success.

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UNIVERSITY

SUCCESS INCREASED *

AFTER ATTENDING COLLEGE OF THE ROCKIES *2020 British Columbia Council on Admission and Transfer (BCCAT) report.

START HERE. GO THERE. ARE YOU UNIVERSITY-BOUND?

TRANSFER

There are lots of good reasons to start your

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education at College of the Rockies before

and the rest of Canada.

moving on.

• Save thousands of dollars in your first

The College has many transfer agreements

For more information visit: cotr.ca/transfer

two years.

• Smaller class sizes mean you’re on a first name basis with your instructor.

• You can become a university student while attending the College through Dual Admission.

• Be more successful at university.

Book an appointment with an Education A dvisor to learn more.

For information on appointments, email: edadvising@cotr.bc.ca

DUAL ADMISSION The Dual Admission program provides you with a smooth transition from College of the Rockies to the University of Lethbridge.

For more information visit: cotr.ca/dual-admission

GUARANTEED ADMISSION Current College of the Rockies students can receive guaranteed admission to select programs at University of Victoria.

For more information visit: cotr.ca/guaranteed-admission

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Administrative Assistant Specialty

New program developments can be found on our website at cotr.ca/programs

Advances in technology have changed

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This face-to-face or online, 19-course diploma

program concentrates on the specific skills

program can prepare you with the knowledge

and concepts you need for employment as

and skills you need to support Aboriginal

an executive administrative assistant in fast-

students, their families, and the school

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and respectful manner. Two supervised practicums help you get the experience

Adult Upgrading

required to be successful.

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Do you need to complete your high school education, or are you looking to improve on a high school grade to meet prerequisites

Accounting

for another program? The supportive

Accounting is the backbone of business

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operations, dealing with budgets, profit

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This program, held at our Golden campus, is big on adventure but also focuses on those

83% 44% 69% 37% business skills you need to work in the tourism

industry or to start your own tourism business.

Opt for the one-year certificate or add on another 10 months to earn the diploma. No matter what option you choose, be ready for some serious fun.

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Associate of Arts Looking to complete a Bachelor of Arts

Automotive Service Technician

degree? An Associate Degree is equivalent

Prepare to work in an automotive repair shop,

to the first two years. We recommend

service facility, car dealership, or with large

working with an Education Advisor to ensure

organizations that own fleets of vehicles. Get

you take the courses you need. Also, with

the theory and practical hands-on experience

our Dual/Guaranteed Admission agreements

you need in a realistic shop environment

with University of Lethbridge and the

in our 30-week foundation program, or

University of Victoria, you can complete

complete the apprenticeship program to

two years of University Studies courses

obtain your Red Seal certification.

at the College before moving on to your guaranteed spot in year three of your degree program.

Associate of Science

Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainable Business Practices Sustainable businesses have minimal negative

Interested in earning a Bachelor of Science

impact on the global or local environment,

degree? An Associate of Science degree

community or economy. These days, more

is equivalent to the first two years of your

and more businesses are focusing on

bachelor’s degree. We recommend working

sustainability. Be prepared for the changing

with an Education Advisor to ensure you take

business environment with this four-year

the courses you need. In addition, with our

degree program – available in class or

Dual/Guaranteed Admission process with

online entirely at College of the Rockies.

University of Lethbridge and the University of Victoria, you can complete two years of University Studies courses at the College before moving on to your guaranteed spot

Bachelor of Education

in your chosen degree program.

Complete your entire four-year Bachelor of Education degree in Cranbrook. Offered in partnership with the University of Victoria,

Associate of Science - Environmental Studies

graduates of the program receive a UVic Bachelor of Education degree and qualify for a BC teaching certificate. Start with taking

Get a kick-start on your Environmental

the College’s Pre-Education certificate which

Studies education with an Associate of

counts as the first year of the degree.

Science – Environmental Science degree.

Equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor’s degree, you can save money with lower tuition and cost of living while completing the first half of your degree.

PROGRAM INQUIRIES CAN BE SENT TO recruit@cotr.bc.ca

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Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Business Management

A career as a registered nurse offers a

A career in business can open the door

wide range of opportunities including

to many specialties, including marketing,

travel, professional development, and the

accounting, management, and more. Choose

satisfaction of working to help people get

from certificates in Business Management

well or stay healthy. Offered in partnership

or Aboriginal Financial Management or

with the University of Victoria, students

diplomas in Aboriginal Financial Management,

can complete all four years at the

Accounting, General Management, or

Cranbrook campus.

Marketing. You can also move on to the College’s Bachelor of Business Administration degree, transfer to other university degree

Biology and Medicine Pre-Major

programs, or train to become a Certified Professional Accountant (CPA).

Interested in pursuing an education in biology or medicine? This program follows a recommended pathway for your first

Carpenter

two years of study toward your four-year

Put your eye for detail and your problem-

degree in Biology. It also maps the strongly

solving and physical skills to use in both new

recommended course prerequisites for

home building and remodeling projects.

admission into the UBC School of Medicine

Begin with the 24-week foundation program

and provides two of the first three years of

before moving on to the apprenticeship level

study before applying to medical school.

to obtain your Red Seal certification.

Students who complete all requirements of this pathway will earn a College of the Rockies Associate of Science degree.

Child, Youth and Family Studies The Child, Youth and Family Studies diploma

Bookkeeping Specialty

is designed for students who wish to extend their knowledge and skills beyond certificate

Bookkeepers are vital contributors to the

designation. Once in the workforce, certificate

success of a business. Responsible for

graduates may find they wish to enhance

recording day-to-day financial transactions,

their knowledge and skills by exploring topics

it is important for a bookkeeper to have

which impact the clients they work with.

an appreciation for details and enjoy

Others find themselves looking to expand

working with numbers . If this sounds like

their responsibilities and options within a

you, you may want to consider the Office

broader field.

Administration Bookkeeping Specialty.

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This one-year certificate or two-year diploma prepares students for a range of careers in the field of criminal and social justice, for further education towards a bachelor’s degree.

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Dental Assistant In only 10 months, you can be prepared to

Economics and Commerce Pre-Major

write the National Dental Assisting Examining

This program fulfills the course requirements

Board exam and be eligible for registration

for transfer into year three of the UVic

and licensure with the College of Dental

Commerce program or into most Economics

Surgeons of BC. Our program has a realistic

degree programs in BC. Upon successful

clinical setting and provides practical

completion, you will receive a College of

experience in dental offices and in the

the Rockies Associate of Arts degree, a

College’s spring dental clinic.

provincially recognized two-year credential that guarantees a full 60 credits of transfer credit within the BC post-secondary system.

Early Childhood Education Early childhood educators are responsible for the social, emotional, physical, and educational needs of infants and young children in a variety of care settings.

Start by completing the three-semester certificate program and then continue on to either the Infant/Toddler or Special Needs Educator diplomas.

Education and Skills for Employment The Education and Skills for Employment program is designed to increase the success of people with cognitive disabilities in a variety of areas of employment. Through individual learning plans, courses introduce students to workplace skills, provide the opportunity to demonstrate employment readiness, and open the door for future learning and employment in our communities and beyond.

Early Childhood Education - Infant Toddler The Infant/Toddler Diploma is awarded upon successful completion of an Early Childhood Education certificate or equivalent, and the required courses in the Infant/Toddler specialty program. If you are currently registered with the BC Community Care Facilities Licensing Branch, you will be eligible for a certificate as an Infant/Toddler Educator (ITE) once you have completed the diploma.

Education Assistant Education Assistants help teachers design, implement, supervise, and assess educational programs, and provide instruction to students.

They may also provide behaviour management, personal care, and supervision support in school settings. This certificate program can be completed in three full-time semesters (10 months) or be taken on a part-time basis.

Electrician Early Childhood Education - Special Needs Educator

Looking for a high-voltage occupation? A

Children with special needs require caring

electrical wiring and systems in construction

and nurturing individuals to provide them

and industrial settings might be the

with support. If this sounds like you, the

right fit for you. Start with the 24-week

Special Needs diploma is a great option

foundation program before moving on

after you complete your Early Childhood

to the apprenticeship level to obtain

Education certificate.

your Red Seal certification.

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Engineering

Fine Arts

Engineering is a high-demand occupation

Explore your creative side through visual,

with many specialties. Completion of this one-

language and performing arts courses.

year certificate program puts you on equal

Complete this two-semester certificate

footing with University of Victoria students

program with a B average and transfer

for second-year engineering at UVic. You

directly into year two of the Emily Carr Fine

may also apply for entry into second- year

Arts degree program, no portfolio required.

engineering programs at other Canadian post-secondary institutions.

Fire Services Training English Language Program

College of the Rockies Fire Services training programs provide flexible options acquire

Are you new to Canada and interested in

training and certifications to jump start your

improving your English language skills? Being

career in the fire service.

able to communicate in English can greatly improve your ability to find employment, interact with English-speaking friends and neighbours, and can help you to prepare for

General Management

further education.

Prepare to be an entrepreneur or a business leader with the General Management diploma. Develop a foundation in business

Environmental Studies

knowledge and be introduced to fundamental business principals and skills in the core

As part of the University Studies program,

functional areas of business. Completion of

the one-year Environmental Studies

the diploma prepares you to enter directly

certificate gives you the opportunity to

into Year Three of the Bachelor of Business

explore your interests by providing a mixture

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of environmental-focused courses as well as

Practices degree program or to transfer

more varied elective courses to choose from.

to a number of other certifications.

This certificate can be a stepping stone to a job, a diploma, an associate degree, or a bachelor’s degree.

Hairstylist Do you love working with people and and

Financial Services

enjoy fashion? If so, a career as a hairstylist might be the right fit for you! Our 44-week

The field of financial services is forecasted to

Hairstylist foundation program can help you

have significant job openings over the next

gain the knowledge and skills needed to work

ten years, including in the Kootenay region.

as a hairstylist. Receive technical training in

Our new Financial Services diploma can

the classroom and practical hands-on training

prepare you with the skills and knowledge

in a fully-functional salon setting and through

you need to enter this in-demand field.

a three-week practicum.

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Health Care Assistant

Human Service Worker

A career in the healthcare field, helping

Are you looking for a career that allows you

people with their complex care needs, can

to help others? This one-year certificate or

be very rewarding. In only 27 weeks, this

two-year diploma program prepares you in

program covers the knowledge, skills and

a wide variety of helping skills so you may

attitudes you require to provide personal

provide services to individuals or groups

care to individuals in residential care as well

with diverse needs. This program provides

as in community settings. Semester two of

extensive field-based experiences in a variety

the program includes supervised practicum

of community and social service agencies.

placements for practical experience.

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Similar to a heavy equipment technician, Industrial Mechanics work on equipment

The mining, construction, transportation,

in the heavy industry sector, focusing

forestry, oil and gas, and farming

on stationary industrial machinery and

industries are just some of the areas that

mechanical equipment. The 24-week

require Heavy Mechanical/Heavy Duty

foundation program prepares you for entry

Equipment technicians. The 36-week Heavy

level employment or to move on to the Red

Mechanical foundation program prepares

Seal apprenticeship program.

you for entry-level positions or to move on to apprenticeship training including the College’s Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Red Seal apprenticeship program.

Kinesiology Are you intrigued by the science of the body and human movement? Would a career as

Hospitality Management

a physiotherapist, kinesiologist, massage therapist, personal or athletic trainer, coach,

Hospitality Management professionals are

teacher, biomechanics specialist, or physician

in high-demand. This two-year diploma

be of interest to you? These are some of

program provides practical, hands-on

the doors open to you with a Kinesiology

experience and the academic and business

certificate or diploma.

courses you need to excel and grow in your career. Located at our Invermere campus, this program takes the hospitality industry’s needs into consideration,

Marketing

starting in late September, thereby allowing

Marketing is a vital component of any business

students to work full-time through the

and is a great option for anyone interested

busy summer season. The program is also

in using both creativity and facts to solve

designed to allow students the flexibility to

problems. Completion of the diploma prepares

work part-time while studying.

you to enter directly into Year 3 of the Bachelor of Business Administration in Sustainable Business Practices degree program or to transfer to a number of other certifications.

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Mountain Adventure Skills Training

Pre-Education Certificate

Push your personal boundaries in this truly

resources. They have the ability to plant

adventurous program held at our Fernie

the seed that grows into a life-long love

campus. Sixty percent of your learning time

of learning while shaping the lives of their

will be outdoors experiencing the best of

students. If a career as a teacher interests

what the BC Rockies have to offer while also

you, consider starting with the Pre-

learning the skills employers want you to

Education certificate. The one-year

know. With 13 certification courses, you’ll be

Pre-Education certificate gives you the

introduced to the knowledge you need to be

opportunity to get a taste of the academic

successful in your dream job.

courses required to pursue a Bachelor of

Teachers are one of our most valuable

Education or a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Office Administration This certificate program offers basic to advanced office, business and technological skills. The Office Administration certificate covers skills needed by entry-level office workers, while the Administrative Assistant Specialty certificate and Bookkeeping Specialty certificate include more specialized skills.

Professional Cook Take your love of food to the next level. In our28 -week program, you will gain handson experience in a fully-equipped and versatile training kitchen, and take part in preparation and service for the formal Class Act Dining Room. Learn the safety, kitchen management, and cooking methods needed to prepare amazing food and to kick-start

Plumber Plumbers are in high demand. Get your

your culinary career as a Level I Professional Cook.

apprenticeship training here. We offer four levels of apprenticeship training for people who are currently working in industry and who are sponsored by an employer and registered with the Industry Training Authority (ITA).

Recreation Management Recreation programs create opportunities for people to be active. Individuals, communities and government organizations are all focussing on ways to lead healthier

Practical Nursing

lifestyles. Learn the skills you need to excel in the recreation and leisure services

Licensed Practical Nurses are in demand

industry with the Recreation Management

in hospitals, nursing homes, extended care

program. Prepare for a career in operations,

facilities, rehabilitation centres, doctors’

athletic development, facility management,

offices, clinics, and more. Completion of this

recreation programming, and many

two-year program prepares you to write the

other specialty fields. The Recreation

Canadian Practical Nurse Registration exam

Management program is available entirely

for licensure as a practical nurse.

online or you can take most courses in person at our Cranbrook campus.

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Social Work Pre-Major

Welder

Our Social Work Pre-Major provides two

Prepare for your career in welding with the

years of coursework, primarily in social

28-week foundation program or expand

sciences and humanities, that prepare you

your knowledge and employability with

for competitive admission to year three in

apprenticeship training to obtain your Red

a Social Work degree program at BC and

Seal certification.

Alberta institutions. This pathway provides the first two full years of study toward a four-year degree with all social work courses

Wireless Systems Technician

taken in the final two years of study.

This program provides you with the skills you need to respond to rapidly transforming resource and manufacturing industry needs.

Sustainable Business Practices Post-Degree Studies

The program aims to respond to the need for technicians skilled at installing and supporting

Have you completed a degree but find

wireless sensor and controller networks and

your career opportunities would benefit

other electronics systems. Graduates may find

from a better understanding of sustainable

employment in a variety of industry settings,

practices in the workplace? The post-degree

including users of telecommunications and

certificate or diploma in Sustainable Business

radio frequency systems, manufacturing, and

Practices can help you to develop these

natural resources.

specialized skills and focus your expertise.

Timber Framing Today’s timber frame buildings are energy

LOOKING FOR ANOTHER WAY TO

efficient, structurally sound, and stunningly

BOOST YOUR SKILLS OR EXPLORE

beautiful. Our 13-week foundation program

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prepares you to create unique and complex

OVER 700 SHORT-TERM CONTINUING

structures that represent the peak of

EDUCATION AND CONTRACT TRAINING

craftsmanship.

COURSES, AND SEVERAL SHORT-TERM CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS, AT OUR CAMPUSES EACH YEAR.

Tourism Management Be prepared for a rewarding career in resorts, hotels, and other tourism operations with either the one-year certificate or twoyear diploma in Tourism Management. This program offers a combination of courses in tourism, business management, and related specialty courses, and the opportunity to gain

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This program is available fully online or in person at our Cranbrook campus.

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Admission requirements vary for different programs.

See program website for admission details: cotr.bc.ca/programs HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION EQUIVALENCIES • Secondary school graduation; or • Successful completion of the BC Adult Graduation Diploma.

OUT OF PROVINCE COURSE EQUIVALENCIES Course names and equivalencies vary across Canada. Please refer to our website to see equivalencies for your province or territory:

cotr.bc.ca/admission-and-transferinformation/course-equivalency/

ENGLISH EQUIVALENCY INFORMATION Many programs or courses at College of the Rockies require a minimum of 65% in English 12 or equivalent. The following courses or assessments meet this requirement: • BC English 12, English Studies 12, English First Peoples, ENGL 090, ENGL 091, or COMC 100 (please refer to the program admission requirements or course prerequisite information to determine the minimum grade required) NOTE: International students should refer to our website for language requirements and application information: cotr.bc.ca/future-students/international

APPLY EARLY For most programs*, if you meet all admission requirements, you will be accepted on a first qualified, first admitted basis.

Applications open on November 1, so don’t wait to apply! *does not apply to the Bachelor of Science Nursing program

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UNIVERSITY DUAL/ GUARANTEED ADMISSION You must meet admission requirements for both College of the Rockies and the chosen university. Please refer to our website for detailed information on dual admission requirements:

cotr.bc.ca/admission-and-transferinformation/dual-admission/

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HOW TO APPLY 1

Choose your program of study.

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Check to see that you meet the admission requirements. Consult with an education advisor if necessary.

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Submit an application.

4

Read your correspondence from the Admissions Office carefully.

5

Receive your acceptance letter with information on how to register into your program or courses.

cotr.ca/apply

CHECK US OUT BE A STUDENT FOR A DAY

TAKE A GUIDED TOUR

Student for a Day is all about

Come for a guided tour of one

your specific needs and interests.

of our campuses! Check out our

You can sit in on a lab or class or

student housing at our Cranbrook

spend time in our shops. Meet with

campus or explore and experience

College students and faculty w ho

our spectacular Rocky Mountain

understand what you need to

setting. Book an appointment with

know to make a decision about

an education advisor for before or

your education.

after your tour and get answers to all your college-related questions.

For information on bookings, email: recruit@cotr.bc.ca

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To schedule a tour, email: recruit@cotr.bc.ca

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What is Education Quality Assurance (EQA)?

EQA is a quality assurance designation that identifies and promotes public and private post-secondary institutions that have met or exceeded government recognized quality assurance standards and consumer protection mechanisms.

TERRITORY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT College of the Rockies serves the communities of the East Kootenays.

All of the College’s campuses are located in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa people which is also home to the Kinbasket people.

Five First Nations bands are located in the regional boundary of the College: Four of which are Ktunaxa and one is Shuswap. Additionally, the College partners with the Kootenay Regional Office of the Métis Nation, BC. We are thankful for all our Indigenous partners and are constantly seeking new ways to support the development of our community.

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Cranbrook

Phone: 250-489-2751 Toll Free: 1-877-489-2687 email: COTRinfo@cotr.bc.ca

Phone: 250-344-5901 email: golden@cotr.bc.ca

Invermere

Creston

Phone: 250-428-5332 Toll-free 1-866-740-2687 email: creston@cotr.bc.ca

Fernie

Golden

Phone: 250-423-4691 Toll-free 1-866-423-4691 email: fernie@cotr.bc.ca

Phone: 250-342-3210 email: invermere@cotr.bc.ca

Kimberley

Phone: 250-427-7116 email: kimberley@cotr.bc.ca

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