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Niagara College Canada’s leader in applied, experiential learning, NC offers its students a breadth of programs that reflect and respond to the key sectors of our region, our province and the broader global economy. These programs immerse students within a highly experiential learning environment, enhanced by digital technologies. Our graduates possess cultural and global competencies; they are innovative, adaptable and entrepreneurial, pushing the boundaries of the possible for industry in Niagara, in Canada and abroad.
Apply today. Niagara College acknowledges the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish With One Spoon Wampum agreement. Today this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging reminds us that our great standard of living is directly related to the resources and friendship of Indigenous peoples.
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NEWMARKET
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AURORA 404
407 WHITBY
MARKHAM 10
BRAMPTON
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407 427
YORK 6
TORONTO
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MISSISSAUGA 401
GUELPH
MILTON
8
LAKE ONTARIO
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407
OAKVILLE
KITCHENER 6
403
CAMBRIDGE
BURLINGTON HAMILTON 401
WOODSTOCK
403
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ST. CATHARINES
BRANTFORD
100 km
406 58
50 km
75 km
NIAGARA FALLS
990
WELLAND
6
QEW 3
SIMCOE
U.S.A.
20
CALEDONIA 125 km
NIAGARA 25 km on-the-LAKE
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CAYUGA
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DUNNVILLE
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Welcome to Niagara
Getting Here
Located in the heart of the Niagara Region – just minutes from one of the world’s most well-known tourism destinations with events, shows and festivals happening daily – Niagara College (NC) offers more than 130 innovative programs housed between our campuses in Welland and Niagaraon-the Lake. Together they provide unique living labs and state-of-the-art facilities that deliver experiential learning opportunities; numerous on-campus employment opportunities; world-class applied research; and smaller class sizes delivered in an intimate and welcoming environment.
No matter which direction you are travelling from, both the Welland Campus (WC) and the Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake (NL) are easy to get to thanks to the transportation corridor and vast network of highways which connect Niagara to both Canada’s largest city and the most populous regions of the USA.
With close proximity to restaurants, wineries, museums, galleries, live music, festivals and only a 30-minute drive to the Canada-US border, both campuses are known for their warm and supportive culture and commitment to offering relevant programs that provide real-world work experience. Our classes are taught by passionate faculty who are committed to student success, resulting in a truly, one-of-akind educational experience.
Located in Welland’s residential district, a strong reflection of our commitment to supporting the local communities we serve, the Welland Campus is a 90-minute drive to the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and 2 hours to downtown Toronto and the beautiful 125-acre campus in Niagara-onthe-Lake which sits at the foot of the Niagara Escarpment is just a 70-minute drive to the GTA and 90 minutes to downtown Toronto. Driving times: Hamilton – 45 minutes Oakville – 55 minutes Milton – 60 minutes Brantford – 60 minutes Mississauga – 60 minutes
The Niagara Transit Commission serves all of the municipalities in the region and will ensure you get where you need to go.
In addition, for students travelling to Niagara, GO Transit provides daily service directly to NC’s campus in Niagara-onthe-Lake with route details available at niagaracollege.ca/GO
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WELLAND CAMPUS
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There is plenty to experience at the Welland Campus which has seen a complete overhaul in the past 10 years with expansions, additions and renovations to every section of the facility. The original home of NC, this campus is a leader in sustainable technology and operates state-of-the-art, modern learning environments designed to help students succeed in their education and career training. The Welland Campus is located in the heart of a residential area near shopping centres and a variety of food outlets. The Seaway Mall and Niagara Street (shopping and food) are within walking distance of the campus. Transit connections via Niagara Regional Transit are available from the college, or from bus stops close-by. Niagara Falls, one of the wonders of the natural world, is only 25 minutes away by car. The beautiful Niagara Parkway, Niagara River, and Ontario Wine Country are within driving distance as well. Sand beaches and summertime fun are at your fingertips – visit the north shore of Lake Erie, one of Ontario’s Great Lakes. Known as Ontario’s “South Coast”, the shore area offers swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, festivals and more, and is only a brief car ride away.
Academic Schools: Academic and Liberal Studies Allied Health Community Services English Language Studies Justice and Fitness Media Nursing and Personal Support Worker Part-Time Studies Technology Trades and Apprenticeships
Campus Highlights: Applied Health Institute Rankin Technology Centre Marilyn I. Walker Centre of Excellence in Visual Arts and Technology Eva M. Lewis Library and Learning Commons Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre Green Automotive Technology Lab Research and Innovation Athletic Centre Dental Clinic Teaching Hair Salon Massage Therapy Clinic
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DANIEL J. PATTERSON CAMPUS
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The 125-acre Daniel J. Patterson Campus in Niagara-on-the-Lake is the centre for NC’s business, hospitality, horticultural, environmental, culinary, wine, beer and spirits programs. It has blossomed into a masterpiece of hands-on learning through the innovative development of several on-campus teaching enterprises. It has most recently seen the addition of a state-of-the-art fitness and research centre in the Marotta Family Innovation Complex together with Canada’s first and only Cannabis Institute and Teaching Distillery. Students and visitors alike can enjoy two worlds: the natural landscape of the Niagara escarpment situated adjacent to the campus and the lively surrounding communities. There is something for everyone, including a 100+ brand outlet shopping centre across the street. Niagara Falls and the beautiful Niagara Parkway, Niagara River, and Ontario Wine Country are all close by. Students and residents can also visit beautiful sand beaches and enjoy summertime fun along the shores of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. The Niagara area also offers excellent recreational fishing, boating, hiking, as well as vibrant festivals and events all year round.
Academic Schools: Academic and Liberal Studies Business and Management Culinary Arts Environment and Horticulture Hospitality and Tourism Wine, Beer and Spirits Studies
Campus Highlights: Teaching Brewery Teaching Winery Teaching Distillery Pop-up Culinary, Wine, Beer and Spirits events Research and Innovation Teaching Greenhouse Teaching Spa Beekeeping Apiary Cannabis Institute Marotta Family Innovation Complex Ecological Lagoons and Wetlands 40-Acre Vineyard
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Allied Health Studies Advanced Care Paramedic Community Pharmacy Assistant Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) Dental Hygiene Dental Office Administration Massage Therapy Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Paramedic Pharmacy Technician
Admission Requirements: Programs are taught by supportive faculty, who are experts in their
A wide variety of field and clinical placements provide opportunities
field and bring a current, real-world perspective to NC’s classrooms
for students to gain critical industry experience with NC focused
and labs. A hands-on learning environment includes a new, state-of-
on delivering a unique interprofessional education that integrates
the-art, fully operational dental clinic and community and hospital
several health-care professionals into a single team to provide the
lab facilities (e.g. simulated community pharmacy and a sterile
best possible patient care.
product room).
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Certificate Program
Code Campus Start ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Length
Community Pharmacy Assistant
0811
WC
F/W
OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 11 (C), (U)or(M).
1 Year
Dental Assisting (Levels I and II)
0101
WC
F
OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 11 (C), (U)or(M), Bio 11 (C)or(U) or 12 (U), Chem 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U) OR Phys 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U).
1 Year
Dental Office Administration
0151
WC
F
OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U). Recommended Courses: Computer and Information Science 11 (M), Introduction to Accounting 11 (E), Information Technology Applications in Business 11 (O), Mathematics 11 (C) or (M).
1 Year
Dental Hygiene
0265
WC
F
OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 11 (C), (U)or(M), Bio 11 (C)or(U) or 12 (U); Chem 11 (U) or Gr 12 (C)or(U) OR Phys 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U).
3 Years
Massage Therapy
0268
WC
F
OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 11 (C), (U)or(M), Bio 11 (C)or(U) or 12 (U), Chem 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U) OR Phys 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U) OR Exercise Science 12(U) OR Kinesiology 12(U).
3 Years
Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant
0195
WC
F
OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Bio 11 (C)or(U) or 12 (U). Recommended Courses: Healthcare 11 (C), Healthy Active Living Education 12 (O), Pre-Health Sciences - Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas, related volunteer or cooperative work experience.
2 Years
Paramedic
0814
WC
F
OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Bio 11 (C)or(U) or 12 (U), Chem 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U) OR Phys 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U). Recommended Courses: Medical Technologies 12 (C).
2 Years
Pharmacy Technician
0813
WC
F
OSSD or equivalent, ENG 12 (C)or(U), Math 12 (C)or(U), Bio 11 (C)or(U) or 12 (U), Chem 11 (U) or 12 (C)or(U). English Language Proficiency.
2 Years
0854
WC
F
Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Diploma; Letter of employment with certification under Base Hospital Medical Authority.; A-EMCA Certification or equivalent from the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Education Branch. Applicants with pending status are eligible to apply.; A minimum score of 70% on a pre-admission test regarding primary care theory.; Proof of English proficiency.
1 Year
Diploma Program
Graduate Program Advanced Care Paramedic
Some programs have pre-admission requirements-for details visit niagaracollege.ca/par. Recommended Courses or Skills: These courses and skills may help you succeed academically in this program, but they are not required for admission.
While taking the ACP program, I was able to secure part-time employment as a PCP for Niagara EMS and continue studying. The high fidelity simulation labs enhanced my practical skills and having active Advanced Care Paramedics involved as my faculty ensured I was obtaining the most current information. Shayne Petrusma
program graduate
DEGREE
CERTIFICATE
DIPLOMA
GRADUATE
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Allied Health Studies Advanced Care Paramedic Code
0854
Campus
PLACEMENT WC
Start
F
Are you currently a Primary Care Paramedic looking to extend your knowledge and skills? The Advanced Care Paramedic program builds on the knowledge and experience you have acquired as a Primary Care Paramedic. During your education you will attain enhanced assessment, knowledge and skills in the paramedic field. You will learn to use critical thinking and sound clinical judgement to effectively manage emergent and non-emergent healthcare situations within the community at the level of an Advanced Care Paramedic.
Program Highlights:
› Designed for current Primary Care Paramedics, the program meets the demand of Ontario’s emergency medical service organizations for advanced care paramedics. › Approximately 620 hours of hands-on, practical work experience. › Expert faculty with a strong background in the paramedic field. › Didactic portion of program is offered over two days each week, allowing you to maintain employment. › Upon successful completion of the program and provincial examinations, you will be eligible for employment as an Advanced Care Paramedic in Ontario.
Career Opportunities:
Length TERM COURSE TITLE ONE
Patient Care Theory I Patient Care Practicum I Patient Care Practicum Advanced Skills Patient Care Practicum I – Independent Study Pharmacology TWO Patient Care Theory II Patient Care Practicum II Advanced Care Professional and Medical Legal Issues Patient Care Practicum II – Independent Study Clinical Practice THREE Field Placement - Preceptorship Clinical and or Placement Requirements: Mask fit testing; equipment training for placement agency as deemed necessary by the agency; mandatory clinical and placement agency orientation sessions may be on campus and/or at the placement agency. Additional training as deemed necessary by the clinical and/or placement agency in accordance to Bill 18 may be on campus or at the placement agency.
Community Pharmacy Assistant 0811
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Educational Certification by the Ontario Base Hospital: All ACP students will be required to attend a mandatory training session with the Base Hospital and obtain the status of “Educational Certification” at the ACP level in order to perform ACP skills during placement. This is completed at the end of Term 2.
› Advanced Care Paramedic
Code
1 Year
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Campus
WC
Start
PLACEMENT F/W
Are you detail-oriented with a desire to provide excellent patient care and customer service? As a Community Pharmacy Assistant, working alongside a registered pharmacist and/or pharmacy technician, you are an integral part of the healthcare team that provides community pharmaceutical services.
Length
Career Opportunities: › Community pharmacy › Long-term care specialty pharmacy › Pharmaceutical distribution wholesaler › Pharmacy application software vendor › Pharmacy benefits administration and consulting firm
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TERM COURSE TITLE ONE
Program Highlights:
› Enhanced learning experience in a simulated community pharmacy. › Hands-on, applied learning gained through labs and field placement completed concurrently with academic studies. › Build knowledge of the latest pharmaceutical products, practices and drug distribution systems.
1 Year
Ontario College Certificate
TWO
Communication in Healthcare I Health Sciences Mathematics Pharmacology I Pharmacy Business Practices Community Pharmacy Assistant Lab Pharmacy Legislation Field Placement I Pharmacology II Applied Pharmacy Calculations Non-Prescription Drugs and Products Pharmaceutical Compounding Long Term Care Pharmacy Pharmacy Computers Field Placement II
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Dental Assisting (Levels I and II) Code
0101
Campus
WC
PLACEMENT
Start
F
Do you have an aptitude for meticulous work and the desire to be part of the integrated healthcare team that provides oral care to individuals of all ages? As a Dental Assistant, you play a key role in a dental practice and have the knowledge and practical skills needed to help patients achieve their oral health goals.
Length
Career Opportunities:
› Community dental health › Dental supply practice › Education › General dental practice
ONE
0265
Unique six-term delivery. Graduate in 24 months.
Campus
WC
Do you recognize the value of a healthy smile and want to play an important role in oral healthcare delivery? As a Dental Hygienist, you are well-equipped to provide oral health education and excellent patient care in a clinical practice setting.
Program Highlights:
Career Opportunities:
DEGREE
CERTIFICATE
› Independent dental hygiene practice › Long-term care facility › Speciality dental practice
DIPLOMA
Start TERM ONE
› Graduate in 24 months with a unique six-term delivery. › Exceptional pre-clinical practice and clinical opportunities in Niagara College’s modern, fully operational dental clinic. › Unique interprofessional education opportunities as part of an allied health team. › Comprehensive and varied placement experiences. › Accredited by the Commission of Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC). › Graduates are eligible to write the Federation of Dental Hygiene Regulators of Canada (FDHRC) entry to practice National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination (NDHCE). Upon successful completion of the NDHCE, graduates may apply to become a registered dental hygienist in Ontario. › Community health setting › Dental research › Educational institution › General dental practice › Hospital dental facility
TWO
Communication in Healthcare I Dental Radiography I Dental Assistant Business & Computer Concepts DA Preclinic Principles & Theory I Sciences in Dentistry for Dental Assistant I Oral Health Prevention Promotions for DA Dental Materials and Lab I Dental Radiography II DA Preclinic Principles & Theory II Restorative Clinic Sciences in Dentistry for Dental Assistants II Dental Materials and Lab II Clinical Placement - Dental Assisting Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Field Placement - Dental Assisting
› Insurance company › Product research › Sales › Specialty dental practice
Dental Hygiene Code
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TERM COURSE TITLE
Program Highlights:
› Over 400 hours of hands-on, experiential learning in Niagara College’s modern, fullyoperational dental clinic and labs. › Unique interprofessional education experience in both classroom and clinical environments. › Gain practical experience in a dental office field placement and combine theory with real-world experience. › Accredited by the Commission of Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC). › Graduates are eligible to write the entry to practice National Dental Assisting Examination Board (NDAEB) exam followed by certification by the Ontario Dental Assistants Association after successful completion of the NDAEB exam.
1 Year
Ontario College Certificate
F
PLACEMENT
Length
COURSE TITLE Orofacial Anatomy I Microbiology and Infection Control Anatomy and Physiology I Dental Radiography I Introduction to Dental Computer Concepts Oral Health Prevention Promotion I Dental Hygiene Principles and Professionalism I Clinical Placement I - Dental Hygiene TWO Orofacial Anatomy II Anatomy and Physiology II Microbiology II English for Health Sciences Dental Radiography II Dental Hygiene Principles and Professionalism II Oral Health Prevention Promotion II Histology and Embryology Clinical Placement II - Dental Hygiene THREE Periodontology Dental Hygiene Principles and Professionalism III Dental Biomaterials and Lab Human Pathophysiology Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Dental Pharmacology Clinical Placement III - Dental Hygiene
GRADUATE
3 Years
FOUR
FIVE
SIX
Ontario College Advanced Diploma niagaracollege.ca/0265
Community Health I Diverse Populations Dental Hygiene Principles and Professionalism IV Oral Pathology Ethics and Health Care Introduction to Research Nutrition and Diet Counselling Clinical Placement IV - Dental Hygiene Business Practice & Entrepreneurship Community Health II Dental Specialties Radiographic Interpretation Dental Hygiene Principles and Professionalism V Professional Practice and Jurisprudence Evidence Based Practice Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Canada Clinical Placement V - Dental Hygiene Dental Hygiene Principles and Professionalism VI Dental Hygiene Practice Management Health Care in Canada Health Policy and Advocacy General Education Elective (1 course required) Clinical Placement VI - Dental Hygiene
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Allied Health Studies Dental Office Administration Code
0151
Campus
WC
PLACEMENT Start
F
Are you a people person seeking a career where you can blend your aptitude for business with your interest in oral health-care? As a Dental Office Administrator, you oversee the daily operations of a dental office including patient care records, health insurance company claims and appointment scheduling.
Length
ONE
TWO
Career Opportunities:
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TERM COURSE TITLE
Program Highlights:
› Applied learning opportunities through a real-world teaching environment located at Niagara College’s modern, fully-operational dental clinic. › Over 140 hours of hands-on field placement experience at a dental office. › Excellent program reputation among community employers. › Graduates are eligible to write the certification examination for dental receptionists through the Ontario Dental Assistants Association.
1 Year
Ontario College Certificate
Professionalism and Dental Office Ethics Computer Applications Writing Fundamentals Dental Science for Office Administrators Dental Office Environment I Mathematics Communicating in Relationships Field Placement I - Dental Office Administration Dental Office Software Applications Writing for the Dental Workplace Philosophy of Preventive Dentistry Dental Office Environment II Field Placement II - Dental Office Administration
› Clerical staff in dental public health department › Customer service representative in dental office or insurance company › Dental office administrator › Receptionist
Massage Therapy Code
0268
Campus
PLACEMENT WC
Massage therapists provide therapeutic massage treatment to clients to optimize their overall health and well-being by caring for their muscular, nervous and circulatory systems. Using massage therapy, graduates will support their clients in the development of physical function, and the relieving or preventing of physical dysfunction and pain and the effects of stress.
Program Highlights:
› Develop and utilize the knowledge, skills and attitudes to provide safe, effective and ethical care. › Work with clients in supervised clinics on-campus and in community placement settings. › Conduct clinical assessment, formulate a comprehensive clinical impression and create a clientcentered treatment plan. › Graduates may register with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) to complete certification examinations.
Career Opportunities: › Chiropractic and/or physiotherapy office › Fitness centre or health club › Hotel, resort or spa
› Mobile practice › Multidisciplinary healthcare organization › Private practice
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Start
F
Length
3 Years
Ontario College Advanced Diploma niagaracollege.ca/0268
TERM COURSE TITLE ONE
Communication in Healthcare I FOUR Anatomy and Physiology for Massage Therapy I Clinical Anatomy I Massage Theory I Clinical Techniques and Assessment I Professionalism in Massage Therapy I TWO Anatomy and Physiology for Massage Therapy II FIVE Clinical Anatomy II Massage Theory II Clinical Techniques and Assessment II Professionalism in Massage Therapy II General Education Elective (1 course required) THREE Introduction to Interprofessional SIX Education and Practice Pathophysiology for RMT I Neuroanatomy Massage Theory III Clinical Techniques and Assessment III On-Campus Clinic Experience I
Pathophysiology for RMT II Massage Theory IV Clinical Techniques and Assessment IV On-Campus Clinic Experience II Clinical Outreach Experience I General Education Elective (1 course required) Massage Theory V Clinical Techniques and Assessment V Practice Management and Entrepreneurship I On-Campus Clinic Experience III Clinical Outreach Experience II General Education Elective (1 course required) Massage Practice Consolidation Practice Management and Entrepreneurship II Research Project On-Campus Clinic Experience IV Clinical Outreach Experience III
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Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Code
0195
Campus
WC
Start
PLACEMENT F
Are you passionate about helping those impacted by injury, illness or aging get back on their feet as a key member of an allied health team? As an Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant, you ensure the best possible rehabilitation outcomes for children and adults with impaired physical function.
Length ONE
Anatomy and Physiology Communication in Healthcare I Basic Clinical Skills and Theory Rehabilitation Concepts Across the Lifespan Introduction to Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Functional Human Anatomy and Movement Introductory Psychology TWO Clinical Documentation Clinical Pathology I Therapeutic Foundations for the OTA and PTA Field Placement Seminar l Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Field Placement I General Education Elective (1 course required) THREE Ethics and Professionalism Clinical Pathology II OTA and PTA Therapeutic Skills I Field Placement Seminar Il OTA and PTA Therapeutic Skills II Field Placement II General Education Elective (1 course required) FOUR Professional Issues Related to the OTA and PTA Field Placement Seminar Ill OTA and PTA Therapeutic Skills III Trends and Issues in Rehabilitation Therapeutic Skills Across the Lifespan Field Placement III
Program Highlights:
Career Opportunities:
› Children’s treatment centre › Clinic › Community care agency › Community health centre › Hospital (acute, long-term care, and rehabilitation) › Long-term care facility › Private industry › Mental health facility › Seniors’ residence › School
Paramedic 0814
PLACEMENT Campus
WC
Start
F
Are you passionate about assisting members of the community with emergent and non-emergent healthcare issues? As a Primary Care Paramedic, you have the skills and abilities to act as an integral part of the healthcare system. You will receive education and experience that will prepare you for a career providing assistance to members of the community at the Primary Care Paramedic level.
Program Highlights:
› Expert faculty who are active paramedics with a focus on current healthcare techniques. › Immersive interprofessional education experience as part of an allied health team. › Over 580 hours of clinical and practical field experience offer robust employment opportunities. › Program is fully accredited by EQual™ Accreditation Canada. › Graduates are eligible to write provincial paramedic examinations for licensing with a program success rate of 100 per cent the past several years and may choose to pursue further training.
Career Opportunities: › Primary Care Paramedic for Ontario ambulance services
DEGREE
CERTIFICATE
DIPLOMA
GRADUATE
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TERM COURSE TITLE
› Applied learning opportunities are offered through a wide variety of field placements and lab work. › Be immersed in a unique interprofessional education experience as part of an allied health team. › Evolving curriculum focuses on the growing demand for rehabilitation services.
Code
2 Years
Ontario College Diploma
Length
2 Years
Ontario College Diploma niagaracollege.ca/0814
TERM COURSE TITLE ONE
Computer Applications Professional Communications for Emergency Services Patient Care Assessment and Diagnostics l Patient Care Procedures I Physical Fitness I TWO Introduction to the Counselling Process Patient Care Assessment and Diagnostics ll Medical and Legal Issues Ambulance Operations Patient Care Procedures II Field Placement I - Paramedic General Education Elective (1 course required) THREE Advanced Skills Theory Advanced Skills Procedures Patient Care Theory III Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Physical Fitness II Field Placement II - Paramedic FOUR Patient Care Procedures III Professional Issues, Research and Leadership Paramedic Comprehensive Review Field Placement III - Ambulance Field Consolidation
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Allied Health Studies Pharmacy Technician Code
0813
Campus
PLACEMENT WC
Start
F
Are you looking for a career that combines your meticulous nature with a career in the pharmaceutical industry? As a Pharmacy Technician, you are an important member of the healthcare team, patient-focused and responsible for delivering safe and accurate drug distribution in many healthcare settings.
Program Highlights:
› Hands-on, experiential learning via state-of-the-art community and hospital lab facilities featuring a simulated community pharmacy and sterile product room. › Gain knowledge of the latest pharmaceutical products, practices, and drug distribution systems through a nationally accredited program. › Unique interprofessional education is focused on patient-care delivery and includes approximately 360 hours of practical field placement experience. › Graduates are eligible to write the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada licensing exam and if successful, may become Regulated Pharmacy Technicians with the Ontario College of Pharmacists. › Program positioned to meet the requirements set by the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA), Canadian Pharmacy Technician Educators Association (CPTEA) and the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
Career Opportunities: › Community pharmacy › Home healthcare division/company › Hospital pharmacy › Pharmaceutical distribution wholesaler › Pharmacy application software vendor › Pharmacy benefits administration and consulting firm › Private medical industry (pharmaceutical company)
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Length
2 Years
Ontario College Diploma niagaracollege.ca/0813
TERM COURSE TITLE ONE
Human Biology and Selected Disorders Computer Applications Communication in Healthcare I Introduction to Interprofessional Education and Practice Health Sciences Mathematics Pharmacology I Pharmacy Business Practices I Community Pharmacy Technician Lab I TWO Nutrition: Making Better Choices Pharmacology II Pharmacy Business Practices II Applied Pharmacy Calculations Pharmaceutical Compounding Pharmacy Computers General Education Elective (1 course required) THREE Practical Workplace Communication Skills Non-Prescription Drugs and Products Pharmacy Update l Pharmacy Legislation Community Pharmacy Technician Lab II Hospital Pharmacy Theory Hospital Pharmacy Lab I General Education Elective (1 course required) FOUR Sterile Preparations Pharmacy Update II Long Term Care Pharmacy Hospital Pharmacy Lab II Field Placement - Pharmacy Technician
How do you train to respond to calls that may potentially save a person’s life? At Niagara College, it’s intense, real-world practice, both in the classroom and on the scene, with partner Niagara Emergency Medical Services. Watch second-year Paramedic students Connor McCulloch and Lena Wright in lab scenarios and on ambulance rides, and hear what Niagara EMS chief Kevin Smith has to say about their involvement with the program – he’s a Niagara College grad too!
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TRANSPORTATION
Program Requirements: TRANSPORTATION
COMPUTER For all postsecondary and graduate programs, students are responsible for ensuring that they are in possession of a desktop or laptop computer that meets program-specific requirements noted on the admission requirements section of each program website at niagaracollege.ca/programs. In general and for programs that have no program-specific computer technology requirements, students are responsible for ensuring that they have a Microsoft windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements: • A desktop or laptop system. A system running on an updated Microsoft windows 10 operating system – minimum 265gb SSD storage and 8 GB memory is recommended, and the college will not be able to provide support for different systems, and any provided software may not operate properly. • An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone and speaker system. • Reliable internet connectivity with broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible. The reliability of remote connections to college computers and software cannot be guaranteed for Macbook and Chromebook users.
COMPUTER
CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK COMPUTER COMPUTER
FIRST-AID AND CPR
Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete program requirements which may not be readily accessible by public transportation. Program requirements could include co-ops, placements, volunteer requirements, practical labs, field projects, assignments, clinicals, or any other off-campus visits required as part of the program’s curriculum.
CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK Many employers as well as the Ambulance Act have instituted a CRC with vulnerable sector screening as a requirement for appropriate field placements and/or subsequent employment. The CRC may be required at the beginning of the program or at the beginning of the term which includes field placement. All costs associated with the CRC are the responsibility of the student. CRC requirements must be met or the student will be denied placement and/or access to clinic(s). For some programs the documentation for the CRC will be completed on orientation day by the program. OTA/PTA students: During the first week of Term 1, the Field Placement Coordinator will provide information regarding the CRC-VSS.
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE SURVEILLANCE The confidential Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) process must be completed and submitted to Niagara College Student Health Services prior to the start of the program or prior to the term which includes field placement, co-op or clinical opportunities. If the CDS process is not completed your placement, co-op or clinic opportunity will be denied. Please view the current CDS process and Checklist for requirements at niagaracollege.ca/ healthservices/cds
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) placement sites, clinical and other placement sites require students to provide copies of their current certification for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) at Level HCP (Health Care Provider), Adult/Child/ Infant one and two rescuer CPR with AED and first aid for choking including artificial resuscitation using both pocket mask and bag-valve mask (This program is designed for those with specific health care responsibilities). Students are responsible for maintaining annual CPR and First Aid certification throughout the program. All costs associated with CPR/First Aid, vaccinations and/or verification, are the responsibility of the student. All health requirements must be met at the start of the program or a placement will be denied. OTA/PTA students: During the first week of Term 1, the Field Placement Coordinator will provide information regarding the First Aid and CPR requirement.
ALLIED HEALTH PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS
COMPUTER COMPUTER TRANSPORTATION COMPUTER
Advanced Care Paramedic: Community Pharmacy Assistant: Dental Assisting (Levels I & II): Dental Hygiene: Dental Office Administration: Massage Therapy: Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant: Paramedic: Pharmacy Technician:
PHYSICAL FITNESS CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR RECORD CHE CRIMINAL TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK COMPUTER COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE DISEASE MOBILE TECHNOLOGY PHYSICAL FITNESS COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PHYSICAL FITNESS CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS CHECK COMPUTER SURVEILLANCE TRANSPORTATION COMMUNICABLE DISEASE MASKAND FIT COMMUNICABLE DISEA FIRST-AID CPR PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE DISEASE SURVEILLANCE PHYSICAL FITNESS CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK TRANSPORTATION COMPUTER SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK COMPUTER MOBILE TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR MOBILE TECHNOLOGY TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER SURVEILLANCE PHYSICAL FITNESS CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR SURVEILLANCE TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT MOBILE TECHNOLOGY COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID ANDCHECK CPR MASK FIT CPR CRIMINAL RECORD COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND MOBILE TECHNOLOGY TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE DISEASE SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHE SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK TRANSPORTATION SURVEILLANCE MASKUNIFORM FIT MOBILE MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR MASK FIT CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK COMPUTER FIRST-AID AND CPR TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL SURVEILLANCE PHYSICAL FITNESS CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR FITNESS UNIFORM COMMUNICABLE UNIFORM DISEASE MASK FITCHECK MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT FITNESS CRIMINAL RECORD TRANSPORTATION MOBILE TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE FIRST-AID AND CPR TECHNOLOGY SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK DISEA COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE DISEASE MOBILE PHYSICAL FITNESS SURVEILLANCE SURVEILLANCE UNIFORM UNIFORM COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PHYSICAL FITNESS MASK FIT CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION PHYSICAL FITNESS COMPUTER COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR SURVEILLANCE MASKAND FIT FIRST-AID CPR SURVEILLANCE COMMUNICABLE DISEASE MOBILE TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM PHYSICAL FITNESS UNIFORM COMMUNICABLE DISEASE PHYSICAL FITNESS MASK FIT CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR SURVEILLANCE MOBILE TECHNOLOGY CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK TRANSPORTATION MOBILE TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM FIRST-AID AND CPR SURVEILLANCE COMMUNICABLE DISEASE MASKAND FITTECHNOLOGY COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID CPR MOBILE UNIFORM PHYSICAL FITNESS SURVEILLANCE PHYSICAL MASK FIT CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK FIRST-AID AND CPR SURVEILLANCE MOBILE TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT FITNESS
For details visit niagaracollege.ca/programs MOBILE TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR MASK FIT COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR MOBILE TECHNOLOGY UNIFORM PHYSICAL FITNESS UNIFORM
SURVEILLANCE MASKSURVEILLANCE FIT Some program requirements must be met prior to registration. MOBILE MASK FITTECHNOLOGY MOBILE UNIFORM An offer of admission may be rescinded if the deadline isFIRST-AID notTECHNOLOGY met. COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FIRST-AID AND CPR MASK FIT AND CPR UNIFORM SURVEILLANCE UNIFORM MASKMOBILE FITTECHNOLOGY MOBILE MASK FITTECHNOLOGY UNIFORM FIRST-AID AND CPR
PHYSICAL FITNESS Healthcare professionals are required to tolerate regular physical activity throughout the duration of their work day. Therefore, it is recommended that applicants have a high level of fitness when entering the program. Students may be required to meet a Physical Evaluation Test (PET) and lift test. Paramedic students are expected to complete the PET in a time not exceeding 3 minutes and 50 seconds and must successfully demonstrate the ability to lift a patient weighing 210 pounds plus the weight of equipment with a partner throughout the program.
COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK TRANSPORTATION TRANSPORTATION COMPUTER SURVEILLANCE CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK COMPUTER TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM UNIFORM MASK FIT
UNIFORM
TECHNOLOGY MASK FIT MASK FITMOBILE
A student dress code is in effect for clinical courses.
MASK FIT Mask fit testing will beUNIFORM required for hospital/clinical. The college will make UNIFORM arrangements for one mask fit test prior to clinical placement.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
UNIFORM
Language Proficiency Requirements: Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the specific National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA 2009) Language Proficiency Requirements for Licensure as a Pharmacy Technician in Canada. Please refer to niagaracollege.ca/pt for details
Students gain critical industry experience. DEGREE
CERTIFICATE
DIPLOMA
GRADUATE
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Apply to Niagara College Application Deadlines and Admission Offer Dates PROGRAM START DATE
Last date to apply for equal consideration to a competitive program
Last date to submit portfolio, test scores and/or final grades in required courses for consideration to competitive programs
Earliest admission offer date for competitive programs
SEP 2024
Feb 1, 2024
Feb 29, 2024
Mid March
JAN 2025
Jun 6, 2024
Jul 11, 2024
Late July
MAY 2025
Oct 30, 2024
Nov 20, 2024
Late November
*Key dates are subject to change. Please visit niagaracollege.ca/dates for the most current information.
Visit ontariocolleges.ca Applications are available online at ontariocolleges.ca for a non-refundable application fee of $110.00. You can apply to a total of five programs, with no more than three choices at any one Ontario college.
Admissions and Applications Niagara College has more than 130 full-time postsecondary certificate, diploma, graduate certificate, bachelor’s degree and apprenticeship programs. Detailed information about these programs, including admission requirements, can be found online at niagaracollege.ca/programs. Most full-time programs begin in September of each year. Some programs are also available in January or May. Please refer to our program availability list for the current status of each of our programs at niagaracollege.ca/status
MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: (DOMESTIC APPLICANTS) POSTSECONDARY PROGRAMS: › Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent. › English–any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent. Some programs may admit students with a lesser English requirement. Please see program pages for details or visit niagaracollege.ca/programs HONOURS BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMS: › Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent › English–any Grade 12 (U), or equivalent (minimum grade 60%) › Mathematics–any Grade 12 (U) or Grade 12 Accounting (M), or equivalent (minimum grade 60%) › Four additional Grade 12 (U) or (M) level courses in any field of study › An overall average of 65% in the six Grade 12 (U) or (M) courses NOTE: Secondary School grades from co-op courses and half credit courses are not considered. GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS: › Ontario College Diploma (or equivalent) or Bachelor’s Degree › Proof of English proficiency › Most private college courses and/or credentials are NOT acceptable as admission requirements for Niagara College programs. Please contact the admissions office at admissions@niagaracollege.ca for assistance with your particular program of interest.
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS: › Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent AND › Employment in the trade For further information, please contact the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, Apprenticeship Client Services: 301 St. Paul St. W, 10th Floor, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7R4 Ph.:905-704-2991 Fax: 905-704-2985 www.ontario.ca/apprenticeship ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The minimum academic requirements listed pertain to most programs. Some programs may also require: specific pre-requisite courses, preadmission testing, attendance at an information session, participation in an audition session, submission of a portfolio, completion of an essay or questionnaire or additional assessment of equivalency to required courses. It is important to note that meeting admission requirements does not guarantee admission to Niagara College programs. You can find specific up-to-date admission requirements as well as selection and ranking information posted on individual program pages at niagaracollege.ca/programs
NOTE: Niagara College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Niagara’s programs and courses remain relevant and meet all Ministry regulations. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time. Please refer to our website at niagaracollege.ca for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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HOW DO I APPLY AND IS THERE AN APPLICATION FEE? The application for Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and Convention refugees is available online at ontariocolleges.ca for a nonrefundable application fee of $110.00. You can apply to a total of five programs, with no more than three choices at any one Ontario college. For more information, please visit ontariocolleges.ca International applicants see below: I AM AN INTERNATIONAL (VISA) APPLICANT: Niagara College welcomes students from over 90 different countries. To apply as an international student, you must complete and submit the web application form for International Students, along with your transcripts from high school and/or university, and provide proof of English Proficiency (if applicable). After receiving this information from you, we will process your application. If you are accepted, we will send you a Letter of Acceptance which you will need when applying for your student visa from the Canadian Embassy. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS MAY APPLY ONLINE AT: international. niagaracollege.ca/apply For more information contact: Niagara College Canada International Division 100 Niagara College Boulevard, Welland, Ontario, Canada, L3C 7L3 Phone: 905-988-2910, ext. 7151 Fax: 905-735-2413 Email: international@niagaracollege.ca HOW WILL I KNOW IF THE COLLEGE HAS RECEIVED MY APPLICATION? The Admissions Office will send an email and mail an acknowledgement brochure to you after your application has been received from ontariocolleges.ca. The mailing will indicate if there are specific preadmission requirements for the programs for which you have applied and due dates for test scores, portfolio and transcript submissions. You can also find this information at: niagaracollege.ca/par ARE ACCOMMODATIONS PROVIDED IN THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES? If you wish to request accommodation for pre-admission testing, please contact the Accessibility Services Office prior to the test date. 905-735-2211, ext. 7778 or visit niagaracollege.ca/accessibilityservices DO I NEED TO PROVIDE MY TRANSCRIPT(S)? Please ensure that proof of all admission requirements is received by the Admissions Office within 3 weeks of submitting your application, or no later than February 28, 2023 for September start competitive programs. Please see application deadlines above for further information. If you are currently enrolled as a full-time high school student in Ontario, your school should forward transcript information directly to ontariocolleges. ca. If you are not currently enrolled in Ontario as a full-time high school student, you must request an official high school transcript be sent directly to ontariocolleges.ca. For information on how to request Ontario high school and postsecondary transcripts, please visit ontariocolleges.ca/transcripts DOES THE COLLEGE CONSIDER TRANSCRIPTS FROM OUTSIDE OF ONTARIO? Applicants whose Canadian secondary school studies have been completed outside the province of Ontario must submit evidence of equivalent
standing. Recognized equivalents to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) are: Alberta–Grade 12, British Columbia–Grade 12, Manitoba– Grade 12, New Brunswick–Grade 12, Newfoundland–Grade 12, Nova Scotia–Grade 12, Prince Edward Island–Grade 12, Quebec–High School Leaving Certificate (Secondary V), Saskatchewan–Grade 12, Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut–Grade 12. Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada are considered on an individual basis. International Credential Assessment services are available at icascanada.ca or wes.org/ca DOES THE COLLEGE CONSIDER ALTERNATIVES TO AN ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA? Applicants who provide documentation for Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) equivalency from any of the following sources will be considered on an individual basis. › Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) › General Education Diploma (GED) › Home Schooling (individual assessment is required) For further information, please contact the Admissions Office at 905-735-2211, ext. 7619 or email admissions@niagaracollege.ca DOES THE COLLEGE CONSIDER TRANSCRIPTS FROM PRIVATE CAREER COLLEGES? Most private college courses and/or credentials are NOT acceptable as admission requirements for Niagara College programs. Please contact the admissions office at admissions@niagaracollege.ca for assistance with your particular program of interest. CAN I APPLY AS A MATURE STUDENT? If you are age 19 or older as of the first day of classes, and do not have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, you may be considered for admission as a mature student. You must meet all specific admission requirements (courses, portfolio, written statement, audition, pre-admission testing, etc.) for the program to which you are applying. Equivalency testing is available in Mathematics and English for applicants age 19 or older. Testing is not available for Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Test fees are payable at the time the test is written. To review eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at 905-735-2211, ext. 7619 or email admissions@niagaracollege.ca DOES THE COLLEGE OFFER A WAY FOR ME TO OBTAIN REQUIRED COURSES FOR ADMISSION? Yes. The Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Program, offered through Academic Upgrading, can help you prepare for admission to postsecondary programs at Niagara College, as well as other Ontario colleges. If you do not have a high school diploma, or you have completed high school some time ago and need to refresh your skills, or you are missing specific courses required for admission, the ACE Program can help you. Academic upgrading courses include communications, mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, computers, and self-development. You can enjoy free tuition, access to textbooks, and the possibility of some financial support. The program is based on continuous intake so you can enrol at any time. To learn more about this program, please visit niagaracollege.ca/au You may also obtain information and apply to the program by calling: 905-641-2252, ext. 4418.
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WHAT ARE ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS? If you have earned the equivalent of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) from outside of Canada, you will be required to provide proof of one or more of the following: › Niagara College Mature Student Test for English › Grade 12 English at the C or U level (Ontario High School Curriculum) › ACE English (Academic Upgrading) › International Credential Assessment for studies outside of Canada If English is your subsequent language, the College (for the purposes of admission to standard non competitive programs) will also accept the following as proof of English proficiency:
English Language Score Requirements TEST ACADEMIC DIVISION
MINIMUM SCORE REQUIREMENTS
All postsecondary (undergraduate)programs*
Paper Based: 500, Computer based: 173, iBT: 79 Minimum: 20 Writing, 20 Speaking
TOEFL
All degree & TOEFL post-graduate programs
IELTS IELTS CAEL
Paper Based: 550, (TESL: 600) Computer based: 213 (TESL: 250) iBT: 79-80 Minimum: 22 Writing, 22 Speaking, (TESL: 101, 27 Speaking, 23 Listening, 27 Writing, 24 Reading)
All postsecondary 6.0–No individual band under 5.5 (undergraduate)programs* All degree & post-graduate 6.5 No band under 5.5 programs All postsecondary (undergraduate), degree and 60–No individual band under 50 post-graduate programs* Completion of Level 5 English for Academic
EAP
All undergraduate programs Preparation program with 70% and no individual grade under 50%
EAP PTE PTE
All degree & post-graduate programs All postsecondary (undergraduate) programs* All degree & post-graduate programs
Completion of Level 5 English for Academic Preparation program with 75% and no individual grade under 60%
46+, with no individual skill under 36 5+, with no individual skill under 36
The College provides both short and long-term intensive English as a Subsequent Language programs for foreign trained students who plan to attend Niagara College, or a university, and need to improve their English language proficiency before starting their academic studies. WHEN WILL I KNOW IF I HAVE BEEN ADMITTED? Programs starting: September 2023, January 2024 or May 2024 November 1st, 2023 is the earliest offer date for admission to full time Postsecondary, Bachelor’s Degree and Graduate Certificate programs. Admission decisions will be released according to the application deadlines to Niagara College, available at niagaracollege.ca/dates A current list of open and competitive programs is available at niagaracollege.ca/status NOTE: Offers of acceptance are conditional for applicants who are in the process of completing one or more admission requirements. Applicants will not be eligible to register in a timetable until all admission requirements are complete. An offer of acceptance will be revoked if proof of completion of all requirements is not received by the Admissions Office before the start of classes. OPEN PROGRAMS: Applications are evaluated based on published admission requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an
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offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program. Where a required course is in progress at the time of evaluation, a decision will be rendered upon receipt of course enrolment. Offers of admission granted where one or more admission requirements are in progress will be conditional upon successful completion of the requirement. A conditional offer of acceptance will be revoked if proof of completion of all requirements is not received by the Admissions Office before the start of classes. COMPETITIVE PROGRAM SELECTION AND RANKING: A program is considered competitive when the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number required to fill the program. Applications, as well as proof of all admission requirements, must be received by the Admissions Office according to the application deadlines to Niagara College, available at niagaracollege.ca/dates Applications received on or before the application deadline will be equally considered, based on published admission requirements and residency priority. Selection is based on the average of final grades in required courses and, where required, pre-admission test scores, audition or portfolio evaluations. The highest senior level final grade available at the time of evaluation is considered. Mid-term grades are not considered for competitive programs however, where the required grade 12 course is in progress, grade 11 final grades will be used for ranking. Example 1: When an applicant is enrolled in a required grade 12 Math, and has no previous final grade for grade 12 Math at the time of evaluation, ranking is based on the final grade for grade 11 Math at the appropriate level. Offers of admission granted in this circumstance will be conditional upon successful completion of the required grade 12 Math. Example 2: When an applicant is enrolled in a required grade 11 or 12 Chemistry, and has no previous final grade for grade 11 or 12 Chemistry at the time of evaluation, the applicant will not be considered for admission to a competitive program. Final grades must be available at the time of evaluation. Applicants currently attending a semestered secondary school are strongly encouraged to complete the subject-specific requirements for the programs to which they are applying in the first semester of their final year or during their 3rd year of studies in order that final marks for these courses may be used in the selection. This is particularly important for programs requiring SCH4C where no grade 11 Chemistry mark can be used in selections. HOW DO I CONFIRM MY OFFER OF ACCEPTANCE? An applicant may confirm to only one offer of acceptance at one time. Confirmation of acceptance is completed online at ontariocolleges.ca. In order to secure your place in the program, you must confirm by the deadline specified in your offer of acceptance letter. All colleges to which you applied will be informed of your decision. If you are an international student, email ‘Confirmation of Acceptance’, of your offer package to intlapply@niagaracollege.ca WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM PLACED ON A WAITING LIST? A waiting list is established when there are more eligible applicants than available space in a program. Your position on the waiting list is determined by your evaluation score compared to other applicants, or by your application date if you have applied after the application deadline. Your waiting list status is typically valid until the fifth day of classes and does not carry over to future terms. Should space become available in the program, wait listed applicants will be contacted by the Admissions Office. It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide
accurate contact information; including mailing address, email address and phone numbers. WHAT IF I HAVE BEEN DENIED ADMISSION? Applicants may be denied admission when the program and/or waiting list is filled, or when proof of all admission requirements has not been submitted by the required due date. Applicants wishing to make a formal appeal can follow the Appeal of Academic Decisions policy & procedure found on our website. niagaracollege.ca/appeal CAN I BE READMITTED TO A PROGRAM? Students who wish to be readmitted to the first semester of any program must apply to ontariocolleges.ca. Standard application rules and deadlines, as well as admission requirements for the current application cycle will apply. Students wishing to return to a term other than the first term of a program must contact Enrolment Services for further information. Call: 905-735-2211, ext. 7500 HOW MUCH ARE TUITION AND FEES? The cost of tuition varies between programs. Tuition fees are listed by individual program at niagaracollege.ca/fees CAN I DEFER MY ACCEPTANCE OFFER? A deferral of admission may be considered on an individual basis under extenuating circumstances. Applicants must submit their request in writing to the Admissions Office. Applicants must meet all program admission requirements for the start date for which they wish to defer. If a deferral is requested to the next application cycle, a new application and payment of the application fee at Ontario Colleges will be required. HOW AND WHEN CAN I PAY MY TUITION AND FEES? PROGRAM START
TUITION AND FEES INVOICE ISSUED
September
Late May
January
Early October
May
Late January
Invoices are posted to each student’s online MyNC account. Invoices are not mailed to home addresses. Your reserved space in the program expires as of the due date on the tuition and fees invoice. If payment is not received by the due date, you may lose your space in the program. You may be considered for re-admission if there is space available upon request. WHAT MUST I DO IF MY TUITION AND FEES WILL BE PAID BY A SPONSOR? If your tuition and fees will be covered by a sponsoring agency, please request a letter of approval from the agency for each term of study that will be sponsored. The letter must: › a) Identify the number of months required for on campus parking, › b) be received by the tuition due date. Space may not be available in the program after the due date. Approval letters can be submitted by email, mail or fax to: email: studentaccounts@niagaracollege.ca Mail: Niagara College 100 Niagara College Boulevard Welland, ON L3C 7L3 Attention: Student Accounts Fax:
DOES MY PROGRAM HAVE A HEALTH REQUIREMENT? Some programs require students to have certain medical and health criteria such as a completed Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) process. Information will be posted online within your MyNC account. Students must omplete the Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) process by the deadline indicated and meet all medical criteria. These are necessary for clinical/field placement. Failure to meet criteria could affect the ability to proceed in the program. For more information regarding Communicable Disease Surveillance (CDS) requirements and to access the CDS process and Checklist, please visit the Niagara College Health Services website at niagaracollege.ca/healthservices/cds HOW DO I APPLY FOR TRANSFER CREDITS? Applicants with previous postsecondary education will be assessed for transfer credits upon receipt of an official transcript from the previous institution. Niagara College does not charge a fee for this service. Credits are considered on a course-by-course basis and will be granted where deemed equivalent in content and learning objectives to corresponding Niagara College courses. In some instances, detailed course outlines may be required for evaluation. For more information, please visit niagaracollege.ca/transfer Current and previous Niagara College students who wish to transfer credits from one Niagara College program to another should contact Transfer Credit at transfercredit@niagaracollege.ca WHAT IS PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT AND RECOGNITION (PLAR)? Niagara College believes that many people acquire college-level learning and skills through various situations such as prior work experience, community work, non-credit courses, self-directed study, travel and military service. Candidates who can demonstrate that they have achieved the learning outcomes of a specific course may be granted Niagara College credits based on an assessment of their prior learning. Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition plar@niagaracollege.ca niagaracollege.ca/plar DO I HAVE ANY FUTURE STUDY OPTIONS? As an NC graduate, you can take advantage of many great pathways to further educational opportunities in Canada and around the world. We are proud to provide a range of future study options for students. More details on specific opportunities can be found at niagaracollege.ca/pathways
ADMISSIONS CONTACT INFORMATION Email: admissions@niagaracollege.ca Phone: 905-735-2211 ext 7619 PRE-ADMISSION TEST ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES If you wish to request accommodation for pre-admission testing please contact Accessibility Services prior to the test date at 905735-2211 extension 7778, or, register online for a pre-admission test accommodation.
905-736-6001
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Tuition & Fees Domestic Applicants: Ontario College Diploma Ontario College Certificate Bachelor’s Degree Graduate Certificate
International Applicants: 4,576 4,576.88 $ 7,711.62 $ 5,960.10
$
.88
$
Ontario College Diploma Bachelor’s Degree Graduate Certificate
14,650.00 to
$
15,950.00 17,550.00 $ 15,950.00 $
$
14,650.00 to
$
Please note these fees are subject to change without notice.
Please note these fees are subject to change without notice.
These fees are tuition fees only and do not include service, medical
All fees shown are based on the 2023-24 academic year. Tuition and
insurance and other applicable fees.
fees for 2024-25 in all funded postsecondary programs may change without notice. Please visit niagaracollege.ca/fees for the most current tuition fees. Co-op programs have an additional fee of $475.00 per
To view all applicable fees, visit international.niagaracollege.ca/fees. All fees are payable in full by the fee deadline dates established by NC.
co-op term. Costs for materials are also added to some programs. The basic annual fees listed here are, tuition and essential fees. Fees include: Academic Advising, Peer Services, Technology, Athletics
international.niagaracollege.ca/fees
and Recreation, Campus Safety, Career Services, Financial Aid Offices, Counselling and Mental Health, Health Services, Student Buildings, Student ID Cards, Transit Pass, Orientation, Achievement and Records,
All fees are payable in full by the fee deadline dates established by NC.
Student Health Plan, SAC Advocacy, SAC Resources, SAC Membership, SAC Social Engagement, SAC Clubs, SAC Services, Sustainability, Cocurricular, and Alumni. For program specific fee information, please visit niagaracollege.ca/fees
Financial Assistance for International Students: For details about scholarships specific to international students, please visit international.niagaracollege.ca/scholarships
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Paying for College Ontario Student Assistance Program
ontario.ca/osap The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a financial aid program that can help you pay for college. OSAP offers funding through:
› grants: money you don’t have to pay back. › a student loan: money you need to repay once you’re finished school.
When you apply for OSAP, you will automatically be considered for both grants and loans. If you don’t want to take a loan, you can decline it after your application is approved. There are also programs to help you repay your student loan once you’re finished school. Visit ontario.ca/osap to apply. The online OSAP application becomes available in May for the coming academic year.
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Scholarships and Bursaries
niagaracollege.ca/finaid Scholarships and bursaries are resources to help you finance your postsecondary education. Niagara College offers over $1.5 million in scholarships and bursaries each year for domestic students. All award opportunities and deadline dates are posted on our financial aid website. NC grads succeed in our community thanks to support of our many donors and friends. FIND SCHOLARSHIPS ONLINE Did you know that hundreds of scholarships through external organizations and companies can be found online? Here are a few websites you can review: › canlearn.ca › studentawards.com › scholarshipscanada.com Google “Canadian student scholarships’ – you’ll find many results online
Financial assistance including endowed awards, declining awards, and entrance scholarships via TSA are subject to certain restrictions and regulations. Award application deadlines and application instructions can vary depending on the award. To find awards you may be eligible for, search the above websites by Student Type and School of Studies to see what awards may be available to you.
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