North Island College Viewbook 2021 - 2022

NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE Education and training built for you

Find yourself, here 2021/2022 VIEWBOOK

Notes:

We are here to answer your questions.

Contact us to book an appointment or book online: 1-800-715-0914 futurestudents@nic.bc.ca www.nic.bc.ca

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CAMPBELL RIVER • COMOX VALLEY • PORT ALBERNI • PORT HARDY • UCLUELET

This publication was made possible with support from Lee Simmons at www.islandlifephotographics.ca Other photographers include: Kim Stallknecht at www.stallknecht.com, Jessie Savage at www.savagephotography.com Front Cover: Scott Bell at scottbellvisuals.com

Inside Front Cover: Timelapse of stars above Kennedy Lake, Kennedy Lake Provincial Park between Port Alberni and Tofino. Tamas-V at iStock Pages 3-4: Boardwalk in the woods near Ucluelet edb3_16 at iStock Pages 6-7: Hiking Mount Arrowsmith near Nanaimo. edb3_16 at iStock

Table of Contents Our Promise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Student Services & Supports . . . . . . .34

The NIC Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Indigenous Student Services . . . . . . .35

Find Yourself, Here . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Financial Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Find Your Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Student Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Explore NIC's Programs . . . . . . . . . . 8

How to Apply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Get Started in High School . . . . . . . . 31

Next Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Go Global . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Programs at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Work Local . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

All efforts are made to ensure information accuracy. Please note information may change without notice. The most up-to-date program information, including full admission requirements and curriculum details, are available at www.nic.bc.ca

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Our Promise At North Island College, your success is at the centre of all we do.

Our goal is to build strong foundations for success throughout our region – one student, one program and one community at a time.

NIC alumni say*

96%

that NIC's quality of instruction is high

97%

that they were wellprepared by NIC for further studies

Being at NIC really helped me figure out what I wanted to do and not be stressed while I was figuring it out. You have so much flexibility and you can pick what you want to explore and have the space to do it.

Merissa Grohmann NIC University Studies student

*DACSO survey of former NIC Diploma, Associate Degree and Certificate students

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The NIC Experience

6,314 total number of students

6.6% of students are international

120+ programs and university pathways

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21%

of students are indigenous

countries represented in our student body

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average number of students per class

$548k in annual awards from NIC Foundation

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Port Hardy

Port McNeill

Explore the west coast • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Cathedral Grove Rainforest Horne Lake Caves BC’s oldest Provincial Park – Strathcona World-class hiking, mountain biking and camping West Coast and Cape Scott Trails Skiing and snowboarding Spectacular waterfalls at Elk Falls, Englishman River and Della Falls Annual music and arts festivals Beautiful beaches and rivers Surfing on the west coast of the island Clayoquot Sound Biosphere Reserve Hot Springs Cove in Tofino Whale watching for orca, humpbacks and grey whales Explore BC's capital city, Victoria

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Campbell River to Courtenay Courtenay to Nanaimo Nanaimo to Victoria Comox to Victoria

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Average Climate Summer 15° to 28° C Winter -10° to 10° C

Airline routes Ferry routes

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Find your fit It’s OK if you’re not sure what you want to study. Use these pages as a guide to start exploring what might be a good fit for you.

Values and Passions What do you believe in? What ignites a fire in you? When you think about your future, what do you hope for?

For example:

Achieve secure employment

Be a recognized expert in my field

Balance work life with personal life

Be intellectually challenged

Be creative and innovative in my work

Become a leader in my organization

Maximize my income

Travel for work

Feel that I am serving a cause or greater good

Run my own business

Connect with us Make an appointment with an NIC Student Recruiter-Advisor. They will work with you one-on-one to navigate programs and pathways and help you explore your options.

1-800-715-0914 futurestudents@nic.bc.ca

www.nic.bc.ca

Area of study colours Each area of study has its own unique colour. As you read through the viewbook, you will be able to see at a glance which programs belong to different areas of study by their colour coding.

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Arts & Sciences

Indigenous Education

Upgrading

DIGITAL Design + Development

Fine Art

Tourism & Hospitality

Health & Human Services

Accessible Learning

Office Administration

Continuing Education

Trades & Technical

School of Business

Interests and Talents What do you like to do in your spare time? What are your hobbies? What subjects do you want to explore?

Think about things you’re naturally drawn to and find which program might be a good fit.

Work with your hands EXPLORE:

Work with technology/computers EXPLORE:

Culinary (page 28)

DIGITAL Design + Development (page 13) Fine Art (page 14)

Industrial Electronics & Automation (page 26) Trades & Technical (pages 25 & 27)

Business (page 16)

Computer Information Systems (page 10)

DIGITAL Design + Development (page 13) Engineering (page 10)

Industrial Electronics & Automation (page 26) Office Administration (page 16)

Be creative* EXPLORE:

Business Marketing (page 16)

Analyze and solve problems*

Culinary (page 28)

EXPLORE:

DIGITAL Design + Development (page 13)

Fine Art (page 14)

Business (page 16)

Trades & Technical (page 25 & 27)

Engineering (page 10)

Work outdoors

EXPLORE:

Trades & Technical (pages 25 & 27)

Trades & Technical (pages 25 & 27)

Care for and support others

Industrial Electronics & Automation (page 26) Math & Sciences (page 10)

Adventure Guiding (page 19)

Learn about languages and culture EXPLORE:

EXPLORE:

Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (page 10)

Early Childhood Care & Education (page 20)

Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (page 10)

Health Care (page 22)

English & Modern Languages (page 10)

Human Services (page 20)

Indigenous Education (page 23) Tourism & Hospitality (page 18)

* Note that all programs will challenge you to be creative and analyze and solve problems.

These suggestions speak to physical creativity and more analytical problem solving.

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NIC has been the best experience that I've had in my schooling. My instructors were amazing. They opened my eyes to new ways of thinking and how to approach the world.

Megan Borland NIC Criminology alumna, transferred to Mount Royal University in Calgary to complete her Bachelor's in Criminal Justice

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Start your university degree with the NIC advantage

2 years University Courses Certificate

1 - 2 years 1 year

Diploma

2 years

Associate Degree

2 years

2 years

and many more across Canada and internationally

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Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Learn how to think, not what to think. With NIC’s arts, humanities and social sciences courses you’ll develop employable skills as you learn how to assess and adapt to change, analyze trends and solve complex problems.

Programs

Courses

Associate of Arts Degree Criminology Diploma University Studies

Anthropology

Liberal Studies

Criminology

Philosophy

English

Political Science

French

Psychology

First Nations Studies

Sociology

Geography

Spanish

History

Women's Studies

Math & Sciences Whether you see yourself working on high-level design, in a lab conducting experiments or solving problems on the workshop floor, you will leave NIC's STEM courses with a broad skill set and be ready to succeed.

Programs

The NIC Advantage Seamless transferability

Associate of Science Degree Engineering Foundations Certificate Computer Information Systems Certificate

Customized, flexible education plans

Dual and Guaranteed admission options to UVic and VIU University classes capped at 36 students Study abroad opportunities

University Studies

Applied research opportunities

Courses

Learn from expert faculty including nuclear

astrophysicists, marine biologists, anthropologists

and criminologists.

Biology

Information Technology

Chemistry

Mathematics

Computer Science

Physics

We're here to help

Engineering

Space, Science & Astronomy

Talk to an NIC Student Recruiter-Advisor to explore programs and pathways: futurestudents@nic.bc.ca

Industrial Electronics & Automation see page 26 Upgrading see page 30

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Courtyard in front of Discovery Hall Comox Valley campus

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/UNIVERSITY-STUDIES

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What NIC provided for me is larger in scope than just job prep. My experience prepared me for this time in history. It was an opportunity to try on different perspectives and evaluate information before coming to conclusions.

I learned to be open to debate and to welcome discussion.

Billy Strachan Associate of Arts alumnus

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Tech @ NIC State of the art technology, one-on-one support Whether you’re interested in building, coding, network solutions, app development or web design, NIC has the expert faculty, facilities and equipment to launch your career in the tech industry, with both program and course offerings available.

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DIGITAL Design + Development Design

Development

Immerse yourself in communication design as you explore branding, typography, graphic design, user interface design and front-end web development.

Learn industry-standard programming languages and tools for developing effective websites, browser-based applications and mobile apps for Android and Apple devices.

The NIC Advantage

Programs

Learn full-spectrum skills across the entire

digital product landscape, from UX to iOs development

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Android Application Development Certificate

Study cutting-edge curriculum driven by an advisory committee of industry professionals

Web Design Fundamentals Certificate

Graduate employment-ready with a professional portfolio

Communication Design Diploma

Transfer to VIU Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design or Royal Roads University, Bachelor of Arts, Professional Communication

Web and Mobile Application Development Diploma

Advanced DIGITAL Design + Development Diploma POST-GRADUATE PROGRAMS

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Web and Mobile Application Development Diploma student Destiny Lewis works in the computer lab at the Comox Valley campus Programmable robotic arms in the Industrial Automation shop at NIC's Campbell River campus

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/DIGITAL-DESIGN-DEVELOPMENT

DIGITAL Design + Development Post-Graduate Certificate DIGITAL Design + Development Post-Graduate Diploma 13

NIC School of Fine Art Explore printmaking, video, painting, drawing, digital media, ceramics, photography and sculpture in our high-calibre studios.

Programs Fine Arts Diploma Professional Potter Advanced Diploma

The NIC Advantage

Transfer agreements with Emily Carr University of Art + Design, UVic, VIU and Alberta University of the Arts High-calibre facilities and studios Join a province-wide network of professional artists

Small class sizes where students develop hands-on studio learning and a technical skill set

Metal Jewellery Design Certificate see page 29

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Gain experience curating and participating in exhibitions

Members of the public view the work of NIC's Fine Art students as part of a public exhibition at Shadbolt Studio, Comox Valley campus

Professional Photography Develop core professional photography skills and gain hands-on experience as you build an industry relevant portfolio that showcases your artistic talent and technical skills.

Programs Professional Photography Certificate

The NIC Advantage Build a professional photography portfolio

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From shooting to editing, get experience working in various artistic styles while developing your own unique aesthetic

Start your photography career or enhance your skills

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Top: Keegan White presents his work  as part of the Fine Art grad show Left: Megan Watts prepares to fire her ceramic work in one of the NIC kilns Right: Hallie Bridger and Gabrielle Moore-Pratt work on sculpting projects in NIC’s Fine Art studios.

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The program at NIC introduced me to different mediums. When I was in high school, I was focused on painting, but I’m now working with video, sound, collaging, drawing – it’s really expanded my horizons.

Keegan White NIC Fine Arts Diploma alumnus 2020

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The program and my work experience placement helped me build on my previous experience in the hospitality and tourism industry and gave me knowledge and skills to take the next step in my career.

Raghav Verma Business Administration Post Degree Diploma Global Business Management student

NIC School of Business Develop the confidence to succeed in business, build your network and gain experience locally and globally with work-integrated learning, study abroad and double-degree opportunities.

Programs

The NIC Business Advantage Get your Bachelor of Business Administration at NIC

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Business Administration Certificate

Network with North Island business leaders and NIC Business alumni

Business Administration Diploma

Study abroad and international work-integrated learning opportunities

• Accounting • General Management • Marketing

Bachelor of Business Administration Degree • Accounting • General Management • Marketing

Earn a double degree in France

Complete the Business Certificate and Business Administration Diploma (General Management and Marketing) online

POST-GRADUATE PROGRAMS

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Business Administration Post Degree Diploma

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NIC Global Business Management student Raghav Verma at his internship placement in Campbell River.

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WWW.NIC.BC.CA/BUSINESS

Office Administration Start your career in office administration, then enhance your skills with professional specializations to take your career to the next level.

Programs Office Assistant I Certificate Administrative Assistant Certificate

The NIC Advantage Online delivery Flexible schedules Multiple start dates Work at your own pace

Computer Accounting Assistant Certificate Office Management Certificate

Ladder into NIC's Business Degree Supportive and accessible faculty

Tara Hunter completed online medical terminology courses through NIC’s Dual Credit program while she was still in high school. After she graduated, she quickly secured work with Island Health at the North Island Comox Valley Hospital.

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/OFFICE-ADMINISTRATION

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Medical Terminology Skills for Office Administration Micro-credential

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Tourism & Hospitality Learn from industry leaders how to create spectacular experiences for visitors and guests.

You'll practice your skills by organizing events and taking part in paid work experience locally and around the world. Specialize your skills in hospitality – which includes accommodations, food and beverage and transportation – or sustainable tourism, which includes recreation, entertainment and travel services.

Programs UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

Tourism & Hospitality Management Certificate Tourism & Hospitality Management Diploma • Hospitality • Sustainable Tourism • Adventure Guiding GRADUATE PROGRAMS

Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced Certificate

The NIC Advantage

Local and international work-integrated learning opportunities, such as internships with Disney

Hands-on learning with special events and partnerships with local industry Study abroad and earn your degree in France

Field trips to internationally renowned tourism destinations Ladder into NIC's Business Degree

Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced Diploma

The certificate program and my instructors have given me a lot of motivation to think about what I can do within the industry … it’s opened up a lot of doors. The training I’ve received at NIC has been a big part of that.

Zoe Speck Kwa'Lilas Hotel, Port Hardy

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WWW.NIC.BC.CA/TOURISM

Having the adventure guide training and experience has made me comfortable interacting with all kinds of people, and years later the certifications are still helping me to find work.

Sabina Hamilton NIC Adventure Guiding graduate

Adventure Guiding Prepare to work as a guide in BC’s world-class adventure tourism sector. Develop field skills such as sea kayaking, river rafting, sailing, ski touring, mountaineering, interpretation, leadership, wilderness first aid, navigation and more.

Programs Adventure Guiding Certificate Tourism & Hospitality Management Diploma • Adventure Guiding

Certification can include: • Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of BC Assistant Overnight Guide • Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Skills Level 1 & 2 • Recreational Canoeing Association of BC (RCABC) Lakewater Level 3 and Day Guide or Tripping Level 3; or similar through Paddle Canada Canoeing • Sail Canada Coastal Cruising Standard

The NIC Advantage Choice of field skill specialties Earn internationally recognized certifications Connect with and learn from experts in the industry Multi-day trips and expeditions Ecological and cultural awareness Indigenous partnerships and perspectives

• Wilderness First Aid and CPR Level ‘C’ (40 hours) • Occupational First Aid Level 1 • Mental Health Wilderness First Aid • SuperHost Foundations of Service Quality • FoodSafe Level 1 • British Columbia River Outfitters Association - Guide • Raven RSM - Swiftwater Rescue Technician • Avalanche Canada - Avalanche Skills Training 1

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• Commercial Bear Viewing Association of BC (CBVABC) Level One Guide Adventure Guiding students learn rope work in the mountains of Vancouver Island.

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/ADVENTURE-GUIDING

• MERS Marine Mammal Naturalist Course • VHF Restricted Operator Certificate (ROC-M)

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Early Childhood Care & Education Become a qualified early childhood educator. Specialize your skills with a diploma in infant/toddler care and/or children who require extra support.

Programs Early Childhood Care & Education Certificate Early Childhood Care & Education Diploma

The NIC Advantage

Graduate employment ready and enter a high demand career

Flexible study schedules, including full-time and part-time options

Transfer opportunities to continue learning with bachelor degrees such as UVic's Bachelor of Child and Youth Care

The way that the courses are laid out, the instructors start you out with the basic philosophies of educating children, and the practicums helped so much. I had amazing mentors who really prepared me.

The NIC training gives you the skills to work in the field in a really holistic way.

Megan Edgar NIC ECCE Diploma student “Educators consider and include every child’s way of being,  doing, and learning so that every child can participate and their abilities and interests are honoured.”

- BC Early Learning Framework

Human Services Human Services

Social Services

Human services workers help people through work in community support, educational assistance, social services and behaviour interventionism.

Social services workers help individuals access services from agencies, such as financial assistance, family support, mental health and other community programs.

Programs

The NIC Advantage

Human Services Certificate - Educational Assistant/ Community Support Human Services Certificate - Educational Assistant/ Community Support, Indigenous Focus

Community-based partnerships and research opportunities

Indigenous-informed curriculum

Human Services Diploma

Workplace practicums to build your professional network Transfer opportunities to bachelor's degrees in social work, education and child/youth programs

You’re learning how to walk alongside and support people who are experiencing different issues and situations that affect their lives. The instructors were very supportive and the practicums were rewarding and helpful.

Social Services Diploma

Rudi-Lee Canil NIC Social Services Diploma alumna 20

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Health Care Connect with compassion and make a difference in the lives of others with NIC's Indigenous culturally informed health care curriculum.

Health Care Assistants (HCAs) Provide individualized support for clients in their home, in hospital or in assisted living facilities.

Programs Health Care Assistant Certificate

Practical Nurses (LPNs) Have a broad scope of practice and provide hands-on care in acute, complex or residential care or in-community settings.

BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry

Practical Nursing (LPN) Diploma Regulatory Exam-Practical Nurse (REx-PN)

Registered Nurses (RNs)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN) Degree NCLEX-RN Exam BSN applications open October 1. The deadline to apply is mid-December.

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Are leaders in the health care field, with their practice guided by a Code of Ethics and professional practice standards. From research to education to policy to clinical care, RNs lead the way in patient advocacy with a focus on safe, ethical and competent practice.

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NIC’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing students develop their practice in NIC’s simulation lab

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/HEALTH

Indigenous Education NIC works closely with regional Indigenous advisory committees and the Indigenous Education Council to develop programs and courses informed by Indigenous ways of knowing and being.

Programs

Other Indigenous-focused programs Bachelor of Science in Nursing, see page 22

Aboriginal Leadership Certificate

Human Services Certificate – Educational Assistant / Community Support, Indigenous Focus, see page 20

Indigenous Language Fluency Certificate

Reconciliation is something all Canadians have a role in – both Indigenous and non-Indigenous.

Indigenization of the academy, from a local Indigenous perspective, is a big part of reconciliation; the dialogues that occur between our students will lay the foundation for transforming relationships.

Awi-nakola Land-based Learning

Courses Kwak'wala Nuu-chah-nulth First Nations Studies Indigenous Literatures in Canada

Sara Child NIC’s Indigenous Education facilitator

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Essay Writing & Indigenous Perspectives

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/INDIGENOUS-STUDENTS

Kwak’wala students share stories in the K'ómoks Big House as part of their language course.

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Trades & Technical All NIC training programs follow the criteria set by the Industry Training Authority (ITA) to ensure your trade qualifications meet current industry standards.

The NIC Advantage Harmonized curriculum allows for easy transferability New workshops at NIC’s Campbell River campus Industry-connected faculty Applied hands-on learning experience

Programs CONSTRUCTION

Carpentry

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Furniture Design, Cabinetmaking/Joinery Electrician Apprenticeship student Jennie Lawrence works in the Electrician shop at NIC’s Campbell River campus.

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Plumbing student Kolbert Arend works in the plumbing shop in the Trades Training Centre at NIC's Comox Valley campus.

Foundation Foundation programs combine apprenticeship Level 1 with theory, knowledge and skills needed for entry into a trade, without needing an employer sponsor.

Apprenticeship Levels Apprenticeship levels are the in-class portion of your apprenticeship training, following the criteria set by the Industry Training Authority (ITA), as you work toward your Interprovincial (Red Seal) ticket.

Electrical Plumbing and Piping METAL WORK

Fabricator-Welder Metal Fabrication Welding TRANSPORTATION

Aircraft Structures Automotive Service Automotive Collision and Refinishing Heavy Duty Mechanical Motor Sport and Power Equipment

RED SEAL

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/TRADES

New trades opportunities, including micro-credentials, are being added at NIC. Visit www.nic.bc.ca for the most up-todate program list.

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Industrial Electronics & Automation Have you ever watched How It’s Made and wondered how those machines and automated processes work? With NIC’s Industrial Electronics programs you’ll learn about integrated control systems, logic controllers, instrumentation and robotics and apply your skills and knowledge to build and automate processes and machineries in a wide variety of industries.

Programs Electronics Technician Core Certificate (includes scholastic credit for Electrician Level 1)

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Industrial Automation Technician Diploma

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Industrial Automation students put the final touches on their year-end capstone project, which brings together all the skills they’ve learned throughout their program

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The NIC Advantage Small class size allows for easy access to equipment Learn on the latest software, equipment and technology

Opportunities to work on unique projects in collaboration with local businesses and industry

Faculty have experience in a wide variety of major manufacturing industries Ladder into Electrician training

Capstone project to demonstrate learning and skills to future employers

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/TRADES

Resource Trades With expert faculty in forestry and aquaculture, you'll gain the theoretical knowledge and practical training you need to start working in the field or to advance your skills to the next level.

Aquaculture Programs

Coastal Forestry Programs

Learn essential skills to support aquatic food production for marine, freshwater and land-based systems.

Gain the skills and technical knowledge to become a valuable member of BC’s forest industry.

Aquaculture Technician Certificate

Coastal Forest Worker Certificate

Aquaculture Technician Diploma

Coastal Forest Technology Diploma

Hatchery Operations Certificate Shellfish Aquaculture Technician Certificate

The NIC Advantage

Strong industry collaboration and connections through faculty Field trips to industry sites Applied and work-integrated learning

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Industry-informed curriculum Coastal Forestry students Tanner Hill and Hunter Yon practice timber cruising in the Beaver Lodge Lands in Campbell River.

Focus on sustainable practices and responsible resource use

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Culinary Turn your passion for food into a career in the culinary arts. Learn culinary theory from expert chefs and hone your skills in one of NIC’s fully equipped commercial kitchens.

Programs The NIC Advantage

Prep Cook Certificate

State-of-the-art teaching kitchen

Professional Cook (Culinary Arts)

Culinary Business Operations Certificate

Internationally reknowned Red Seal faculty

Laddering opportunities in Canada and internationally to further your skills

Transfer abroad and complete your degree at Ireland's Institute of Technology, Tralee

NIC culinary alumna, Chef Tina Tang, creates her award-winning cheesecake for culinary students at NIC’s Roger Street Bistro in Port Alberni.

Chef Xavier Bauby, Campbell River

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Chef Al Irving, Port Alberni

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Access local food growers and producers

Culinary Business Operations Diploma

Learn from the Best

Hands-on learning at the NIC Bistro in Port Alberni and the NIC Bistro & Café in Campbell River

Continuing Education Explore personal and professional development opportunities. Whether you want to start a new career or strengthen your skills, NIC’s Continuing Education and Training offers employer and industry recognized training to meet your career goals.

Programs Activity Assistant Certificate

Professional Development NIC's Continuing Education also offers professional development courses, including:

Animal Care Aide Certificate

First Aid & CPR Training

Craft Brewing and Malting

FoodSafe

Hospital Unit Clerk Certificate

Marine Training

Continuing Education Courses

Metal Jewellery Design Certificate

Find a complete list of continuing education and professional development courses currently available by visiting www.nic.bc.ca/continuing-education

Sustainable Farming Wildfire Crew Member Training

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/CONTINUING-EDUCATION

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Market Gardener

NIC Sustainable Farming student Mary Noah tends to squash plants at Lentelus Farm in the Comox Valley.

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Upgrading Prepare for post-secondary education or complete your high school diploma.

The NIC Advantage All courses up to grade 12 Tuition-free Online, flexible learning Work at your own pace

Meet the admission requirements for programs at NIC or other institutions

Not sure where to start?

I’m taking upgrading classes in science and math to prepare for the Engineering Foundations Certificate.

It’s helpful to learn in an adult setting and the instructors, like Kathy Heywood, made the material really accessible.

Katie Tilley (centre) NIC upgrading student

Contact an NIC Educational Advisor to develop a personalized learning plan: advising@nic.bc.ca

Accessible Learning NIC offers a variety of study options to support individuals with diverse learning needs.

Study with faculty who support students with cognitive or developmental challenges transition into the workplace. Visit www.nic.bc.ca/accessible-learning for more information.

Programs Employment Transition

Practical Academics for the Workplace

Employment Transitions: Kitchen Assistant

Workplace Professionalism

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WWW.NIC.BC.CA/UPGRADING

Get started in high school Dual credit is an opportunity for high school students to begin post-secondary programs and courses while they are still in high school. Most dual credit students are Grade 12 students that take a program or course in their second semester (February) of their Grade 12 year.

Why consider dual credit?

How to Apply

College tuition fees may be covered by your

1. Meet with your career counsellor in Grade 10 or 11

school district

Receive credit for both high school and college.

For example, if a student completes a 3-credit course at NIC, they will be granted a certain number of credits at their high school and 3 credits at NIC.

Courses are transferable to most universities - you will receive transfer credit for dual credit courses

Dual credit courses may align with your high

2. Meet with an NIC Student Recruiter-Advisor to explore course and program options 3. Work with your career counsellor to ensure you meet course or program requirements 4. Fill out the appropriate application forms and submit them to your career counsellor 5. Have questions? Email: dualcredit@nic.bc.ca

school block schedule

Test drive college while getting support from your high school and NIC

Lighten your course load in your first year of post-secondary

Get a head start with trades training and begin your apprenticeship as soon as you graduate

Complete an NIC certificate while in high school to start your career right after graduation

I would highly recommend high school students look at Youth Train in Trades. It's an awesome opportunity to explore your interests and earn college credit while you're finishing high school.

Kaleb Link Youth Train in Trades student

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/DUAL-CREDIT

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Go global Travel the world while you study and earn credits. NIC offers short and long term study abroad opportunities in almost 50 countries.

You can choose to travel or you can experience virtual exchanges and collaborations.

Ask us about scholarships and bursaries available to students travelling internationally: www.nic.bc.ca/study-abroad Field Schools Structured, short-term international study opportunities, led by an NIC instructor.

Exchange Short and long-term independent study abroad options at institutions around the world.

Degree Completion Complete two years at NIC and obtain advance standing to continue your studies at partners universities around the world.

I’m a really big advocate for making the world your classroom. I’ve learnt that you will never accomplish anything by always being comfortable. While travelling to new countries completely alone, I remind myself that “life begins at the end of your comfort zone” and I’ve been having the most amazing time.

NIC Business student Georgia Rodgers took part in two international experiences while at NIC: a six-month internship at Disney World in Florida and a semester studying abroad in Germany.

Georgia Rodgers NIC Business student

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Work local NIC offers a wide range of work-integrated learning through co-op and internship opportunities. Gain work experience during your program, build your network and work with mentors. Work-integrated learning opportunities help you determine what type of career or company you may be interested in after graduation.

NIC's Student Employment Services team is here to help with: Co-op and internship placement Career exploration Connecting with employers Mentorship opportunities Career fairs Online job board

During my internship I had the opportunity to learn new things every day; however, it is incredible how much I learnt about myself through this internship both personally and professionally.

Valentina Garcia Vargas Business Administration Post Degree Diploma student Global Business Management

Connect with us on social media or by email: www.facebook.com/nicses studentemployment@nic.bc.ca

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/STUDENT-EMPLOYMENT

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Student Services & Supports Student Services provides a wide range of resources and supports to help you reach your goals. Whether you need help planning your education, securing funding or accessing support services, we’re here to help.

Admissions Supports

Academic Supports

Student Wellness

Admission and Registration

Accessible Learning Services

Counselling

Assessment Services

Library & Learning

Elders in Residence

Educational Advising

Commons

Financial Aid Advising

Student Technical Services

Indigenous Education

NIC Learn Anywhere

Navigators

Early Assist Sexualized Violence Support

resources

Did you know you can book appointments with NIC advisors and counsellors online? Visit www.nic.bc.ca

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WWW.NIC.BC.CA/STUDENT-SERVICES

(Jana Devito, Student Services advisor, works with a student in Port Alberni's Library & Learning Commons)

Indigenous Student Services We are committed to connecting with our Indigenous students, creating welcoming, safe spaces and holistic learning that incorporates Indigenous ways of knowing and being.

We welcome students to access the supports and resources available to enhance their post-secondary experience.

Explore your academics • Meet with an Indigenous Education Navigator to explore programs and pathways and create an educational plan that works for you • Learn about financial aid options (bursary and scholarship information) • Get support with Band forms or Indigenous organization funding • Participate in the Aboriginal Scholars program • Check out the Indigenous Education Handbook

Connect with culture • Visit with an Elder in Residence • Join us for a cultural activity/event or luncheon • Relax between classes and meet other Indigenous students in our Indigenous Student lounges

Connect with an NIC Indigenous Education Navigator: indigenousadvising@nic.bc.ca

Self-declare Indigenous ancestry We encourage you to declare your Indigenous ancestry. You can declare when you apply or after you become an NIC student. No proof of ancestry required. Please note that self-declared indigenous students will need to meet with a Navigator in order to access priority admission seats.

Why Self-Identify?

• You are helping to identify how many Indigenous students attend NIC • Gain access to information on awards, events, scholarships and bursaries, as well as programs, supports and services • Priority admission for Indigenous students is available on select Health and Human Services programs

NIC’s Indigenous Scholar program has provided me connections to a wide variety of supports and services that I would not have known existed. My advisor pushed me to take on new challenges, both on and off campus.

Chris Scarlatti, NIC business student

WWW.NIC.BC.CA/INDIGENOUS-STUDENTS

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I was working full time and taking courses. [The award from the NIC Foundation] relieved that pressure and allowed me to take a step back from work and focus on my children and really focus on my studies.

Nicole Abbott NIC Bachelor of Science in Nursing student

Financial Support Meet with an NIC financial aid advisor to explore the types of funding available to you.

Government student loans and grants

Funding for former youth in care

Apprenticeship funding

Funding for students with disabilities

Financial support for Indigenous students

Help with budgeting and financial planning

We know your money matters. NIC is committed to being financially accessible while providing you an exceptional educational experience. For 10 university transfer courses, your tuition will be approximately $3,150. Compared to other universities, you would save over $10,000/year in tuition and housing costs by choosing NIC and staying at home.

$548,000 of annual funding in scholarships and bursaries Hundreds of awards Only one application needed

Applications open in March: foundation.nic.bc.ca

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WWW.NIC.BC.CA/FINANCIAL-SUPPORT

Student Life NIC isn’t just a college, it’s a community – a safe and welcoming place and space for you to thrive. There are lots of ways to get involved and connect with your fellow students, faculty and staff outside the classroom:

Campus Events • Orientation • Thrive Week • Recreation sports • Workshops and educational sessions

Volunteer • Board of Governors • Education Council • North Island Students' Union (NISU)

Have an idea or want to know more?

Contact us at studentlife@nic.bc.ca

Build your skills • On-campus employment • Student leadership team • Student employment services and career fairs

Stay connected • Set up your NIC email • Join the NIC Student Life Facebook group • Watch nic.bc.ca for events • Find us on Instagram @NICStudentLife 37

We're here to help You don’t need to have all the answers. Contact us to book an appointment or book online: 1-800-715-0914 futurestudents@nic.bc.ca www.nic.bc.ca

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How to Apply

Next Steps

Apply to NIC in four easy steps

1

Select your program Go to www.nic.bc.ca/programs-courses

Activate your NIC Email

1

Once you have completed your application, you’ll receive an email from NIC acknowledging your application and giving you your NIC email address and instructions on how to log into your myNIC account.

Choose the program you want to apply for and click Apply Now. This will direct you to instructions on how to apply through EducationPlannerBC.

2

Log in and activate your account.

EducationPlannerBC

All communications, including your admissions, financial aid and registration info, will go to your new NIC student email, not your personal email.

Click on Choose Sign Up for your Education Planner BC Account at the bottom of the page and create your profile.

Visit library.nic.bc.ca/studenttech/Apps for help setting up your NIC email on your phone.

OR If you already have an account at educationplannerbc.ca, enter your username and password.

Once your profile is complete, select North Island College from the list of institutions.

3

Complete Application Program Selection

4

Review & Submit

• Select New Applicant • Select the subject area • Select the program

• • • •

Pay the application fee of $25 Confirm your email address Confirm the information is true and correct Submit

You’ll receive confirmation of your application to NIC from EducationPlannerBC at the email address you’ve given to EducationPlannerBC.

2

Submit documents

3

Apply for financial aid

4

Pay your deposit

5

Register for courses

• Official transcripts • Other required admissions documents (see the admission requirements on your program webpage for details)

Meet with an NIC financial aid advisor to discuss funding options for your education. Be sure to get your applications in by the deadlines!

Pay your deposit through your myNIC account or at student services to secure your seat.

• Book an appointment with an educational advisor to timetable your courses • Register for your courses. An email will be sent to your NIC student email letting you know when registration opens.

Please note that admissions to most programs are based on first applied, first qualified, first invited.

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Once you've been invited to your program and paid your deposit, you can:

Welcome!

Join us for orientation to kick off the new school year.

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START

STUDY ABROAD WIL

2021/22 PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE

PROGRAM

LENGTH

TUITION*

ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

LOCATION

2 years

$315/course

No formal admission requirements, however, courses have specific prerequisites

CV CR PA PH UC DL

$4,695

Eng 12 C or equivalent; Pre-Calculus 11 or MAT-053 C+; or C (Foundations 12, Apprenticeship 12, Pre-Calculus 12, MAT-060)

CR

$3,150

Eng 11 or equivalent C+; Math C+ (Principles 11, Applications 12, Foundations 11, Pre-Calculus 11, MAT-053, MAT-055)

CR CV CR PA CR

University Transfer

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Associate of Science degree Transfers to any Sept, Jan BC university as a 2-year block of credit Computer Information Systems certificate Electronics Technician Core certificate

Sept Sept 2022

1 year 1 year

Engineering Foundations certificate

Sept

1 year

$3,565

Grade 12, including Physics 12 or PHY-060 C+, Chemistry 12 or CHE060 C+, Pre-Calculus 12 or MAT-060 B, and Eng 12 or equivalent C+

Industrial Automation Technician diploma

Sept

1 year

$3,150

Completion of the Electronics Core Technician program or equivalent

Humanities & Social Science Associate of Arts degree Transfers to any BC university as a 2-year block of credit Criminology diploma

Sept, Jan

2 years

$315/course

No formal admission requirements, however, courses have specific prerequisites

Sept, Jan

2 years

$6,290

Eng 12 C or equivalent; Foundations of Math 11 C or equivalent

Sept, Jan, May

1-2 years $315/course

Bachelor of Business Administration degree General Management, Accounting or Marketing

Sept, Jan

4 years

$12,580

Eng 12 C+ or equivalent; Foundations of Math 11 C+ or equivalent

CV

DL

Business Administration certificate

Sept, Jan

1 year

$3,145

Eng 12 C+ or equivalent, Foundations of Math 11 C+ or equivalent

Business Administration diploma

Sept, Jan

2 years

$6,290

Eng 12 C+ or equivalent, Foundations of Math 11 C+ or equivalent

CV CV

DL DL

Business Administration post degree diploma General Management, Intl Management, Marketing, Accounting & Finance, or Human Resource Mgmt

Sept, Jan

1 year

$3,380

3 yr Bachelor's degree; Eng 12 C+ or equivalent; Foundations of Math 11 C+ or equivalent

CV

DL

Sept, Jan

2 years

$6,035

3 yr Bachelor’s degree; Eng 12 C+ or equivalent; Foundations of Math 11 C+ or equivalent

CV

DL

CV

DL

University Studies University Studies Choose from over 20 subject areas

No formal admission requirements, however, courses have specific prerequisites

CV CR PA PH UC DL CV

DL

CV CR PA PH UC DL

Business

Business Administration post degree diploma Global Business Management Business Administration post degree diploma Pre-Professional Accountant

Sept, Jan

2 years

$5,795

3 yr Bachelor’s degree; Eng 12 C+ or equivalent; Foundations of Math 11 C+ or equivalent; BUS 100 or equivalent

Administrative Assistant certificate

Sept, Jan

1 year

$1,415

Office Assistant 1 certificate; keyboarding 40 wpm

Computing Accounting Assistant certificate Medical Terminology Skills for Office Administration Micro-credential

Sept, Jan

1 year

$1,575

Office Assistant 1 certificate; keyboarding 40 wpm

DL DL

Sept

12 weeks

$475

Eng 12 C or equivalent

DL

Office Assistant 1 certificate

Sept, Jan

1 year

$1,730

DL

TBD

1 year

$3,145

Eng 12 C or equivalent; Math 10 C (AW 10, Workplace 10, Essentials 10, Fndtns 10, MAT-033) Eng 12 C+ or equivalent; Math C+ (Foundations 11) or Math C (Principles 11, Pre-Calculus 11, Applications 12, MAT-053); 2 yr office or business work experience; letter of reference from a supervisor

Sept, Jan

$2,750

Health Care Assistant Certificate or Home Support/Resident Care Certificate or equivalent

DL

$2,450

Eng 11 C, Math C (Principles 11, Applications 11, Intro 11, AW 11, Workplace 11, Foundations 11, Trades 11 Consumer 11, MAT-053, or MAT-055)

DL

Office Administration

Office Management certificate

DL

Continuing Education

Animal Care Aide certificate

Oct, Jan

4 months, part-time 7 months, part-time

Hospital Unit Clerk certificate

Sept

9 months, part-time

$4,850

Eng 12 C or equivalent; Math C (Principles 10, AW 10, Workplace 10, Foundations & Pre-calculus 10, App 10, MAT-029), Keyboarding 50 wpm with 3 errors or less

CR

Metal Jewellery Design certificate

Jan

6 months

$5,980

Eng 10 C, min age 18

CR

Sept, Jan

Varies

Sept, Jan

26 weeks

$3,200

Identified executive functioning challenge; attend interview & assess. with instructional team

CR PA

TBD

25 weeks

$3,200

Identified executive functioning challenge; attend interview & assess. with instructional team

CR

Activity Assistant certificate

Accessible Learning Options

Employment Transition Employment Transition Grounds & Custodial Assistant Employment Transition Kitchen Assistant

$240/course Documented cognitive or mental health disabilities; instructor interview CV CR PA

Admission to Accessible Learning Program; cognitive or mental health No req’d CV CR PA disabilities; instructor interview comp. time $240/course

Practical Academics for the Workplace

Sept, Jan

Workplace Professionalism

Sept, Jan

Varies

$240/course Documented cognitive or mental health disabilities; instructor interview CV CR PA

Sept-May

Varies

Tuition-Free

Education advisor meeting, possible assessment

Tuition-Free

No admission requirements; students must apply to their chosen programs and meet eligibility requirements

Upgrading Adult Basic Education: All levels up to Grade 12 BC Adult Graduation diploma

Flexible

Varies

DL CV CR PA PH UC DL

Culinary Arts Prep Cook certificate Professional Cook (Institutional Entry)

TBD Varies

14 weeks Tuition-Free Eng 10 C; Math 10 C; FoodSafe or assessment; must meet funding criteria $700NIC Culinary Arts program assessment; FoodSafe Level 1 6-28 wks/lvl $2,450/lvl

Culinary Business Operations certificate

Sept

12 months

$5,400

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent; FoodSafe 1; or NIC Culinary Arts assessment

Culinary Business Operations diploma

Sept

24 months

$9,905

Eng 12 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent; FoodSafe 1

CR PA CR PA CR CR

START

LENGTH

TUITION*

ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

STUDY ABROAD WIL

PROGRAM

LOCATION

DIGITAL Design + Development Sept

3 years

$9,355 -$9,435

Eng 12 C or equivalent

Android Application Development Certificate

Sept

1 year

$3,380

Eng 12 C or equivalent

Communication Design diploma

Sept, Jan

2 years

$6,290

Eng 12 C or equivalent

CV

DL

Digital Design Post Graduate Certificate

Sept, Jan (parttime)

1 year

$3,225

Accredited bachelor’s degree with min 3 years from recognized institution; Eng 12 C or IELTS 6.0 or equiv.

CV

DL

Digital Design Post Graduate Diploma: Development or Design Stream

Sept, Jan

2 years

$6,370

Accredited bachelor’s degree with min 3 years from recognized institution; Eng 12 C or IELTS 6.0 or equiv.

CV

Web & Mobile Application Development diploma

Sept

2 years

$6,525

Eng 12 C or equivalent

Web Design Fundamentals certificate

Sept

1 year

$3,145

Eng 12 C or equivalent

CV

Sept

2 years

$6,290

Eng 12 C or equivalent; portfolio of works; written statement

CV CV CV

CV

DL DL

DL DL DL

Fine Art Professional Photography certificate

Sept 2022

10 months

$8,415

Eng 11 C or equivalent; portfolio of photography; 300-word statement of expectations

Professional Potter advanced diploma

TBD

4 months

$10,770

Portfolio of recent ceramic work; Visual Art & Design diploma with focus in ceramics; 300-word letter of intent

Community Mental Health Community Mental Health Worker certificate

TBD

16 weeks

$5,180

Eng 11 C+ or equivalent; or CMH 150 C+

CV CV

Health Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree Vancouver Island University degree Health Care Assistant certificate Practical Nursing diploma

Sept

4 years

$16,195

Gr 12 with Bio 12 or Anat & Physi or BIO-060/BIO-110 C+, Che 11 or CHE-051 C+; Eng 12 C+ or equivalent; Math C+ (Principles 11, App 12, Pre-Calculus 11 or Fndts 12 or MAT-053)

CV: Aug, Jan PA: Sept

CV: 6 mnths, PA: 8 months

$3,145

English 11 C+; Completed English proficiency document; completed HCA Intake Package Gr 12 with Math 11 C (Foundations 11, Pre-calculus 11); Eng 12 C+ or ESL-092 & ESL-095 C+; Anatomy & Physiology 12 or Bio 12 or BIO-060 C min; BIO-159 C+ min; Declaration of Eng. Lang. Competency; RSA‡ & Program Bulletin

Sept

2 years

$11,315

Early Childhood Care & Education certificate

Sept

1 yr full-time part-time available

$3,500$4,400

Early Childhood Care & Education diploma

Sept

Early Childhood Care & Education - Infants and Toddlers Diploma (international students)

Sept

PA

CV CR PA

Human Services

7 mo - 3 yrs, $420/ full-& part-time 4 cr course 2 years

$26,640

Eng 12 C or equivalent; RSA‡ document

CV CR PA PH UC

ECCE certificate

CV CR PA PH UC

Sept

1 year

$3,565

Eng 12 C or ESL 092 & ESL-095 C+ or English assessment; HSW Pro Ref Info Sheet; HS RSA‡ document; HSW Letter of Intent

Human Services certificate: Educational Assistant/ Community Support, Indigenous Focus

Sept

1 yr full-time; part-time avail.

$3,880

Eng 12 C or equivalent; HSW Pro Ref Info Sheet; HS RSA‡ document; HSW Letter of Intent

Sept

2 years

$3,985

Ed Assistant/Community Support certificate or Ed Assistant/ Community Support certificate, Indigenous Focus or equivalent HS certificate

Sept

2 years

$7,340

Eng 12 C or equivalent; HSW Pro Ref Form; HS RSA‡ document; 300-word HSW Letter of Intent

Aboriginal Leadership certificate

TBD

1.5 years

$3,855

Eng 12 C or equivalent

Indigenous Language Fluency certificate

TBD

1 year

$485/course

Eng 12 C or equivalent

Social Service diploma

CR

Eng 12 C or IELTS 6.0, or equivalent; signed RSA‡ document

Human Services certificate: Educational Assistant / Community Support

Human Services diploma

CV PA CV CV DL

TUITION*

ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

LOCATION

Aquaculture Technician certificate

Sept

4 months

Aquaculture Technician diploma

Sept

6 months

$3,735

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

$3,735

Aquaculture Technician Certificate or equivalent

4.5 mths

$4,790

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

CR CR CR

Coastal Forest Worker certificate

Sept

Coastal Forest Technology diploma

Sept

2 years

$13,455

Eng 12 C or equivalent or NIC ENG-104; Foundations of Math 11 C+ or equivalent

CR

Hatchery Operations certificate

TBD

4 months

TBD

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

Shellfish Aquaculture Technician certificate

TBD

TBD

TBD

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

Underground Mining Essentials certificate

TBD

4 months

$8,920

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

CR CR CR

Aircraft Structures Technician (AME-S)

Sept

40 weeks

$3,145

Eng 11 C+ or equivalent; Math C+ (Principles 10, Applications 11, AW 11, Workplace 11, Foundations 11, MAT-034)

CR

Automotive Collision and Refinishing Technician Foundation Harmonized Automotive Service Technician Foundation Harmonized certificate Carpentry Foundation Harmonized certificate

Oct

34 weeks

$4,375

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

CR

Sept

30 weeks

$2,450

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

CR PA

Jan 2022

24 weeks

$2,100

Electrician Foundation Harmonized

Sept, Jan

24 weeks

$2,100

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent Eng 11 C+ or equivalent; Math 11 C+ (Principles, Foundations, Pre-Calculus, MAT-053, MAT-055)

Fabricator-Welder Foundation Harmonized certificate

Sept

32 weeks

$2,800

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

Fabricator-Welder Micro-credential Combination

TBD

32 weeks

TBD

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

Fundamentals of GIS Mapping & Drone Operations Micro-credential

TBD

8 weeks

TBD

Furniture Design and Joinery certificate

Sept

36 weeks

$3,150

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

Heavy Mechanical Trade Foundation certificate

Sept

36 weeks

$3,885

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

Heavy Mechanical Plus Micro-credential

Aug

8 weeks

TBD

CR

Motion Picture Craft Services Micro-credential Motion Picture Production Assistant Micro-credential Motor Sport and Power Equipment Technician Foundation certificate Parts and Warehousing Person Foundation certificate Plumbing & Piping Trades Foundation Harmonized certificate

TBD

9 weeks

TBD

CR

TBD

12 weeks

TBD

TBD

20 weeks

$2,430

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

TBD

20 weeks

$2,860

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

Jan 2022

24 weeks

$2,450

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

Welder Foundation Harmonized certificate

Jan 2022

28 weeks

$2,450

Eng 10 C or equivalent; Math 10 C or equivalent

Welder Foundation Harmonized Enhanced

Aug/Oct

46 weeks

TBD

No formal admission requirements

Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship Harmonized

TBD

7 weeks

$700

Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices

Cabinetmaker (Joiner) Apprenticeship

TBD

6 weeks

$600

Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices

Carpentry Apprenticeship Harmonized

Varies

7 wks/lvl

$700/lvl

Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices

Electrician Apprenticeship Harmonized

Varies

10 wks/lvl

$995/lvl

Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices

CR

Heavy Duty Apprenticeship Training

Varies

Applicants must be ITA registered apprentices

CR

Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship Harmonized (Levels 1–3)

Varies

6-10 weeks/lvl $400-$995 Lvl 1: $700 6-7 wks/ Lvl 2: $700 lvl Lvl 3: $600

Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices

CR

Resource Trades

Welder Apprenticeship Harmonized Sept Sept, Jan

1 year 1 year

$9,700 $2,990

Global Tourism & Hospitality Management advanced diploma

Sept, Jan

2 years

$6,345

Tourism & Hospitality Management certificate

Sept, Jan

1 year

$3,250

Tourism & Hospitality Management diploma (Options: 1-Adventuring Guiding, 2-Hospitality or Sustainable Tourism)

Sept, Jan (Option 2 & 3)

2 years

Eng 12 C or equivalent; Workplace Math 11 C+ or equivalent Min 2-year diploma or 3-year degree, including Eng 12 C or equivalent; Math C+ (Fndtns 11) or C (Pre-calculus 11, Principles 11, Apps 12, MAT053, MAT-055) Min 2-year diploma or 3-year degree, including Eng 12 C or equivalent; Math C+ (Fndtns 11) or C (Pre-calculus 11, Principles 11, Apps 12, MAT053, MAT-055) Eng 12 C or equivalent; Workplace Math 11 B or equivalent

1: $15,695 Eng 12 C or equivalent; Workplace Math 11 B or equivalent; Adv 2: $7,500 Guiding: completed medical forms 3: $7,340

*Tuition amounts shown as approximates and do not include additional costs such as books and fees. Some programs have full and part time options. ‡RSA: Requisite Skills and Abilities †Schedules and course information are posted online.

CV CV

Welding Levels B & A

CV CV

CV CR CR PA CR PA CR DL DL CR DL CV CR PA

6-8 $600-$800 Sept, Mar weeks/lvl Jan, Cont.

8-16 $800entry weeks/lvl $1,000 Jan, Cont. B: 16 wks entry A: 8 wks

Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices

CR PA CV

CV

Applicants must be ITA-registered apprentices

CR

B: $1,400 A: $700

Level B: Completion of Level C or Fndtn, min workbased hrs Level A: Completion of Level B, min work-based hrs

CR

Pre-Employment/Professional Development Trades Sampler

CV

DL

Trades & Technical

Plumbing Apprenticeship Harmonized (Levels 1–4)

Tourism & Hospitality Global Tourism & Hospitality Management advanced certificate

LENGTH

Apprenticeships

Indigenous Education

Adventure Guiding certificate

START

Trades & Technical

Advanced Digital Design & Development diploma: Development or Design Stream

Fine Arts diploma

PROGRAM

January

13 weeks

TBD

No formal admission requirements

TV & Film Crew Training

TBD

4 weeks

TBD

No formal admission requirements

Women in Construction Trades

TBD

1-2 weeks

TBD

No formal admission requirements

CR CR

All efforts are made to ensure information accuracy. Please note information may change without notice.

The most up-to-date program information is available at www.nic.bc.ca.

Campus Locations: CV Comox Valley CR Campbell River PA Port Alberni PH Port Hardy UC Ucluelet DL Digital/Online Study Abroad Work-Integrated Learning (co-op & internships)