2017 Winter/Spring Continuing Education & Corporate Training Catalogue

NORTHERN LAKES COLLEGE CONTINUING EDUCATION & CORPORATE TRAINING

WINTER / SPRING

January 2017 - June 2017 Courses

SHORT COURSES CLASSROOM & ONLINE LEARNING Private & Custom Training CORPORATE TRAINING Business & Leadership Computer & IT General Interest Health Land & Environment Maintenance Management Professional Certificate Safety & Driver Training Technical Training Water & Wastewater Operator Preparation Training

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Continuing Education & Corporate Training has

New Opportunities!

NEW COURSES Social Media in 20 Minutes A Day — Page 9 Creating Visually Appealing Social Media Experiences — Page 9 Drone Skills — Page 18 GED Preparation — Page 26

New Programs Water and Wastewater Operator Preparation Program — Page 19 Mobile Trades Labs — Page 21 Forest Operations Management and Metrics — Page 23 Conversational Cree — Page 26

Contact Us 1201 Main St. SE, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 Phone: 780.849.8623 Toll Free: 1.866.652.3456, ext. 8623 Fax: 780.849.8704

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Contents Business & Leadership.................................................................... 5

Essential Skills for Supervisors.................................................... 5

Advanced Skills for Leadership................................................... 7

Essential Skills for Administrative Professionals......................... 8

Social Media................................................................................ 9

Computer & IT................................................................................ 10 Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) Certificate...... 12 Safety & Driver Training................................................................. 14

Driver Training............................................................................ 14

Safety Courses........................................................................... 15

Health.............................................................................................. 17 Technical Training.......................................................................... 18 Water and Wastewater Operator Preparation Program............. 19 Contract Training............................................................................ 20 Mobile Trades Lab.......................................................................... 21 Land & Environment....................................................................... 22 ed2go............................................................................................... 24 UGotClass....................................................................................... 25

Certificate in Project Management............................................ 25

Certificate in Data Analysis........................................................ 25

General Interest.............................................................................. 26

FREE NLC LIVE Online™ Sessions........................................... 26

Community Adult Learning Councils (CALC).............................. 26 Registration.................................................................................... 27

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Same time, different place. You can be anywhere… at work, at home, in camp, on vacation and still take training with a group at the same time.

All you need is: • High speed internet.

• Computer, laptop or tablet.

• Speakers & microphone, preferably a headset. If you don’t have a microphone you can still use the chat function to ask questions/make comments.

Talk about your experience LIVE online using the hashtags #NLCcect and #NLCLIVEOnline

Benefits of NLC LIVE Online™ training: • Training Costs too high? Reduce your training costs by eliminating extra travel costs for training.

• Weather bad? Stay put and stay safe.

• In camp? In a remote community? Easy access to training wherever you are.

• Short-staffed? Your staff can access training without leaving the office for days on end.

• Need targeted training? Training can be provided to just one or two people as required.

• Can’t make the class? You can access the recording and still get the training.

• Need a refresher on what you learned? You have access to the recording for 180 days or more.

• Don’t want to listen to a talking head? Classes are interactive with the instructor, other participants and the technology.

Important Information about NLC LIVE Online™ training: • All Courses are on Mountain Time Zone (Canada).

• Courses are recorded and the recordings are made available to participants (all recordings expire at a set date).

• You can take some of our courses as a group at a special rate. See course descriptions.

• Course attendance verification or course certification is only granted for those who participate as individuals LIVE Online. If you take with a group OR you miss the class and view the recording, attendance verification and/or certification will not be granted (MMP modules are an exception for recordings, contact Continuing Education & Corporate Training for more information).

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BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP

Take any course(s) in our series and gain the skills you need to be a leader in your workplace.

Gain certification when you take all courses in a series.

The courses in the Essential Skills for Supervisors Certificate and Advanced Skills for Leadership Certificate are approved for the Achievement in Business Competencies (Blue Seal) Program through the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Department and for “CEUs” for Alberta water and wastewater operators.

ESSENTIAL Skills for SUPERVISORS SAVE $30 per course when you register 3 weeks early. Take all 9 courses within 5 years and receive the Essential Skills for Supervisors Certificate.

Managing Time - Scheduling People, Paper & Priorities Explore ways of working smarter so that you can proactively manage the people, paper & priorities that come your way. This course will teach you techniques to get control of your time and organize your workday so you can effectively supervise employees, minimize interruptions and still get your own work done.

Grande Prairie June 1-2, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

Leadership - Giving Employees What They Need to Succeed Identify your personal leadership style and how to use it effectively so that you can inspire your employees to focus on the big picture.

Grande Prairie Mar 9-10, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 May 11-12, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Edmonton Feb 2-3, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

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Effective Supervision – Directing, Coaching and Facilitating Employees Develop a toolkit of supervisory skills so you can use the most effective approach in any situation and bring out the best in your employees.

Grande Prairie Feb 16-17, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Apr 3-4, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Edmonton Mar 16-17, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

Communication - Getting the Message Across Learn how to send and receive clear messages that minimize confusion and emphasize understanding.

Grande Prairie Mar 16-17, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Jun 19-20, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Edmonton Apr 6-7, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Slave Lake Feb 7-8, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

Essential Skills for Supervisors has allowed me to look at the people I work with… and have a better understanding of why they do the things they do.

The training has given me a greater awareness of my own strengths and weaknesses and what I can focus on to become a better leader.

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BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP ESSENTIAL Skills for SUPERVISORS Working Together - Building Effective Relationships in Your Workplace Get everyone rowing in the same direction by learning how to build and sustain good working relationships that create cooperation, inter-dependence and high morale among employees.

Grande Prairie Apr 11-12, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 June 5-6, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Edmonton June 8-9, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Slave Lake Mar 2-3, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

Performance Management Optimizing Results Learn how to assess employee performance on an ongoing basis, so that you can identify what employees are doing well, as well as opportunities for coaching and problemsolving to help your employees achieve optimal performance.

Grande Prairie Feb 23-24, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 May 29-30, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Slave Lake Mar 30-31, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

Intervention - Managing Employees with Personal Problems Often common personal problems will show up in the workplace and affect job performance, productivity, team morale and safety. Learn how to recognize troubled employees and direct them to the appropriate resources for help.

Grande Prairie Mar 6-7, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 June 12-13, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Slave Lake May 1-2, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

Resolving Conflict - Reaching Agreement at Work You can turn conflict into opportunity. In this course you will learn to maximize the opportunities created by differing ideas, while reducing the potential for destructive conflict that results in anger, withdrawal or damage to morale.

Grande Prairie Feb 9-10, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Apr 20-21, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Peace River Apr 27-28, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Slave Lake May 25-26, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Edmonton May 11-12, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

Staying Positive - Rewarding & Energizing Employees This course helps you to recognize and reward your employees to build a positive and productive workplace.

Grande Prairie Mar 27-28, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 June 26-27, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395 Slave Lake June 20-21, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

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Locations Edmonton: ALIGN Association of Community Services Training Room, Suite 258 8330 – 82 Avenue NW Bonnie Doon Shopping Centre

Grande Prairie: Ernie Radbourne Pavilion Muskoseepi Park 102 Street & 102 Avenue

Peace River: Northern Lakes College Campus 8106 – 99 Avenue

Slave Lake: Northern Lakes College Campus 1201 Main St. SE

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BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP ADVANCED Skills for LEADERSHIP SAVE $50 per course when you register 3 weeks early.

Take all 6 courses within 5 years and receive the Advanced Skills for Leadership Certificate.

Facilitation Skills: Developing Team Based Solutions Learn how to facilitate group-based problem solving sessions with a clear solution focus and tap into the hidden potential on your team.

Grande Prairie Mar 30-31, 2017 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm | $445

Setting Team Goals: Achieving Team Success Get the skills you need to develop a comprehensive team plan that supports the organization’s direction and goals.

Grande Prairie May 18-19, 2017 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm | $445

Getting Things Done: From Good Intentions to Great Results Explore the value of a hands-on role in successful project management and close the gap between good intentions and great results!

Grande Prairie Jun 15-16, 2017 | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | $445

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More skills for the workplace Telephone Skills & Email Etiquette Learn everything you need to know to develop excellent telephone skills and proper business email etiquette in order to enhance customer service.

Feb 10, 2017 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (1 hour break at lunch) $245 per person

New Beginnings.

Endless Possibilities.

Minute Taking Topics will include agenda preparation, minute taking styles and formats for different types of meetings, some basics on Rules of Order and motions, what to keep in, what to leave out and more.

Mar 10, 2017 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (1 hour break at lunch) $245 per person

Northern Lakes College is a unique institution with a flexible delivery model of online and on-campus learning to empower remote communities!

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BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP Essential Skills for Administrative Professionals Solution Focused Thinking Learn action rather than reaction; to see solutions over problems, to look for what’s next versus what’s past and to analyze rather than to be paralyzed.

Grande Prairie May 4-5, 2017 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm | $395

Certified Professional Bookkeeper Preparation Program These courses will help prepare you to gain certification through the Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (IPBC).

Module 1: Introduction to Accounting/Financial Statements The first set of ten 3-hour sessions looks at the theory and the steps involved in preparing books for a business or organization in Alberta or the NWT. Using an

Get the Essential Skills for Administrative Professionals Certificate when you complete: •D elivering Exceptional Customer Service

accounting simulation consisting of actual fictitious source documents, students will enter one month of financial transactions for a small company using the manual five-journal system. This course will show students who use a computerized software

•C lear & Concise Business Writing

program what is actually happening behind

•C ommunication – Getting the Message Across

the entry screens on their computer and will

•M anaging Time – Scheduling People, Paper & Priorities •M inute Taking •P lanning an Event or Small Project •R esolving Conflict – Reaching Agreement at Work •S olution Focused Thinking •T elephone Skills & Email Etiquette VISIT US northernlakescollege.ca/cect for information on 2017 course offerings.

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Module 2: Computerized Bookkeeping The second set of ten 3-hour sessions teaches you how to enter financial transactions into a computerized accounting software program, QuickBooks. Topics including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, GST/HST, Bank and Cash Account are covered.

Pre-requisite: Module 1 – Introduction to Accounting/Financial Statements April 27 – June, 1 2017 (Tue & Thu) 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $995+GST per person REGISTER BY April 20, 2017

give them a better overall understanding of the accounting process.

Jan 10 – Feb 9, 2017 (Tue & Thu) 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $995+GST per person REGISTER BY Jan 3, 2017

We can create a customized training program for your staff.

Contact us for a quote. Here are some of the courses we can offer: • Bookkeeping Basics – Doing the Books for Your Business • Budgeting Basics for Organizations

• Reading & Understanding Financial Statements • QuickBooks (online or desktop versions) • Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) • Excel, Word, PowerPoint and so much more.

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BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP

Facebook Advertising: The Basics Learn the basic concepts involved in advertising on Facebook, focusing on audience creation, targeting, and boosting or promoting posts.

Apr 12, 2017 | 10:00 am – 11:30 am $49+GST per person

Facebook Advertising: Next Steps

Social Media Grab a coffee with Strong Coffee Marketing, our partners in delivery:

Social Media in 20 Minutes a Day This session will help give you the knowledge to create a manageable, effective social media plan and posting schedule that can be executed in just 20 minutes a day.

Feb 15, 2017 | 10:00 am – 11:30 am $49+GST per person

Creating Visually Appealing Social Media Experiences

“We make digital marketing easy to understand.”

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Learn how to effectively use the data behind your advertising campaign to develop more effective ads.

May 17, 2017 | 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm $49+GST per person

Google Advertising: The Basics Understand Google advertising and how to serve your ads to individuals searching for information on the internet as well as when visiting niche websites.

Jun 14, 2017 | 10:00 am – 11:30 am $49+GST per person

Understanding the basics behind visually appealing content is as important as the content itself. Learn how to display your content via social media to help ensure your visitors have the best possible experience online.

Mar 15, 2017 | 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm $49+GST per person

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COMPUTER & IT The following courses are available at a group price, without formal certification, for $299.

Have as many participants as you want at one computer connection!

MS Excel 2016: Introduction to Excel Learn the basics of what you can do with this powerful electronic spreadsheet program.

Apr 12, 2017 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $99+GST per person

MS Excel 2016: Formulas & Functions Learn how to set up formulas and functions to get the MS Excel 2016 to do the math for you.

May 18, 2017 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $99+GST per person

MS Excel 2016: Formatting the Worksheet Make your MS Excel 2016 workbooks look professional and readable by learning how to format all the aspects of your spreadsheet.

May 18, 2017 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) 
 $99+GST per person

MS Excel 2016: Charts & Tables Learn to convert your data from a spreadsheet into a table and/or to turn dry financial and statistical information into a vibrant visual display that will have a powerful impact on your audience.

Jun 8, 2017 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $99+GST per person

MS Excel 2016: Excel Extras You know the basics of the MS Excel 2016 program. Now learn about what else you can do to make working with the program even easier and more effective.

Jun 23, 2017 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $99+GST per person

This was a very informative course that I would recommend to anyone that has to use Excel. Our instructor was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions.

The course content was great.

I learned stuff about Excel that I didn’t know was possible.

Thanks NLC! Student, MS Excel

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COMPUTER & IT SAGE 50 Introduction to Sage 50 This course is an ideal session for people who are just starting to work with the program or are in the process of choosing an accounting software program for their business or organization.

Feb 28, 2017 | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm $99+GST per person

Sage 50 Module 1: Customers & Sales Topics include entering customer and sales records and receipts; accounts receivable data, refunds and credits, recurring transactions and reporting.

Mar 2, 2017 | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm $99+GST per person

Sage 50 Module 2: Vendors & Purchases Topics include vendor/supplier record setup, purchase and payments, invoicing, inventory adjustments, and vendor and purchase reports Mar 7, 2017 | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm $99+GST per person

Sage 50 Module 3: Employees & Payroll Topics will include employee records, payroll, WCB remittances and reporting.

Mar 9, 2017 | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm $99+GST per person

Sage 50: Beyond the Basics Designed for the advanced user of the program and will give you information on some of the additional features of Sage 50, as well as tips and tricks to make the program work better for you.

Mar 23 & 28, 2017 | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm $245+GST per person

We can create a customized training program for your staff.

Contact us for a quote.

Sage 50 Module 4: GST & Banking Topics include tracking GST, tax codes; GST returns; bank deposits, service charges and automatic withdrawals, transfer, and bank reconciliation.

Mar 21, 2017 | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm $99+GST per person

Continuing Education & Corporate Training at Northern Lakes College is your one-stop shop for efficient, effective, employment related training.

Our experienced staff can develop a program or course specifically to meet your unique training needs. Our expert trainers will provide an interactive and engaging learning environment, coordinate your training sessions, deliver courses onsite in your community or online.

Start Here. Go Anywhere.

With Northern Lakes College as your partner you can be assured that you are receiving the most relevant up to date training available.

Ask Us About Private & Custom Training.

Your First Choice. Your Training Provider. Your Partner.

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MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (MMP) CERTIFICATE Module 1: An Integrated Strategy for Maintenance Management

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This module introduces you to an integrated and holistic approach to maintenance and asset management.

January 31 – February 28, 2017 Tuesdays | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm April 20 – May 18, 2017 Thursdays | 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Tuition Fees Module 1: $525 PLUS materials & shipping.

Developed and authorized by the Plant Engineering and Maintenance Association of Canada (PEMAC). The Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) Certificate Program consists of eight modules that lead to Canadian certification as a professional maintenance manager.

The courses in the Maintenance Management Professional Certificate Program are approved for the Achievement in Business Competencies (Blue Seal) Program through the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training department and for “CEUs” for Alberta water and wastewater operators.

SAVE when you register three weeks early!

Module 2-8: $895 PLUS materials & shipping.

SAVE when you register three weeks early!

Shipping in Canada by regular Canada Post is $30+GST, except for Module 8 - no textbook or shipping fees.

Any registrations received 7 days before the module starts will have a Priority Post or Purolator shipping charge applied at a higher rate.

Materials Textbooks (Subject to Change):

It teaches exactly what it states - and if anyone is going to be a maintenance planner or something similar, it’s invaluable.

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Module 1: $70+GST Module 2: $170+GST Module 3: $150+GST Module 4: $80+GST

Module 2: Production and Operations Management for the Maintenance Manager This module links maintenance strategies with those of production and operations.

January 16 – March 27, 2017 Mondays | 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm March 9 – May 11, 2017 Thursdays | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Module 3: Human Resource Management for the Maintenance Manager This module looks at how human resources practices relate to the maintenance environment.

March 29 – May 31, 2017 Wednesdays | 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm April 18 – June 20, 2017 Tuesdays | 6:30 pm- 9:30 pm

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MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (MMP) CERTIFICATE Module 4: Financial Management for the Maintenance Manager This module focuses on the application of accounting and finance principles as it pertains to the maintenance management role.

February 23 – April 27, 2017 Thursdays | 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm April 5 – June 7, 2017 Wednesdays | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Module 5: Developing & Implementing Maintenance Tactics This module focuses on maintenance efforts to ensure that physical assets safely, capably, reliably and repeatedly perform to their designed specifications.

February 14 – April 18, 2017 Tuesdays | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Module 6: Maintenance Work Management This module provides a study of the fundamental principles of the planning and scheduling process in addition to the basics of planning, scheduling and work coordination methods.

February 28 – May 2, 2017 Tuesdays | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Module 7: Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Module 8: Capstone Course

This module is a study of the features, benefits and the effective use of a CMMS or EAM computerized maintenance work management process.

February 8 – April 12, 2017 Wednesdays | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Working in small groups or teams, students will select a project that will audit, assess and improve their current maintenance departments or develop a new maintenance strategy in their company or resolve a significant maintenance issue within their departments.

February 9 – April 13, 2017 Thursdays | 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm April 11 – June 13, 2017 Tuesdays | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

March 30 – June 1, 2017 Thursdays | 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

MMP Information Session - FREE

Want to know more or promote within your organization?

Join us for a 1-hour information session from your home or office.

January 18, 2017 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm June 14, 2017 | 10:00 am – 11:00 am

FREE PEMAC Lunch & Learn Series Northern Lakes College and PEMAC offer sessions on maintenance, reliability and asset management topics that connect students to their peers and industry experts.

To register for any of the PEMAC Lunch & Learn events go to: www.pemac.org/members-area/EventList Feb 2, 2017

10:00 am – 11:00 am Requirements-Gathering for Effective Change Management

Feb 28, 2017

9:00 am – 10: 00 am

Nova Scotia Power Equipment Integrity Through PdM and RBI

Mar 23, 2017

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Drowning in Data? Using Your Reliability Program as a Life Raft

All you need is:

April 20, 2017

10:00 am – 11:00 am Environmental Footprint of Maintenance

• H igh speed internet • Computer, laptop, tablet • Speakers & microphone, preferably a headset.

May 17, 2017

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Jun 14, 2017

10:00 am – 11:00 am Enhancing Electrical Maintenance Surveillance Systems

April 18 – June 20, 2017 Tuesdays | 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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CMMS Advancements and Innovations - City of Ottawa's Water & Wastewater Utility's Experience

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SAFETY & DRIVER TRAINING Driver Training Air Brakes (New Revised Alberta Air Brakes Program) This course will help you gain your Air Brake endorsement. All Air Brakes courses are two days. Six students will complete the Air Brakes course on the first day. The remaining students will return on the second day for their practical test which is scheduled in 2-hour time slots.

All Locations: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm (May run longer due to practical exam and number of participants) | $355+GST except High Level and La Crete - $375+GST High Prairie Feb 16, 2017 May 1-2, 2017 Peace River Jan 19-20, 2017 Apr 27-28, 2017

La Crete Jan 17-18, 2017 Apr 25-26, 2017

High Level Jan 16, 2017 Apr 24, 2017 Slave Lake Feb 14-15, 2017 May 15-16, 2017 Valleyview February 17, 2017 May 3-4, 2017

Cargo Securement Training Learn the importance of maintaining a safe and legal load.

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | $95+GST

Slave Lake May 18, 2017

Class 1/3 Driver Training This course consists of 4 days of classroom training that includes the following certificates and information: Airbrakes “Q” endorsement; Professional Driver Improvement Course (PDIC); Class 1/3 Theory; Log Book and Cargo Securement Training. Each student is scheduled for a maximum of 24 hours of intruck training.

Fees do not include license or road test costs which are payable to the registry office where students take the tests.

8:30 am - 5:30 pm $4695+GST (Class 1) OR $2895+GST (Class 3 ONLY) Slave Lake May 15 - June 15, 2017

Log Book Training The how and why to document your travels and hours of service in Alberta, Canada and the US. 8:30 am – 12:30 pm | $95+GST Slave Lake May 18, 2017

Professional Driver Improvement Course This course is for drivers involved in the transportation field, including buses and vehicles designated for Class 3 and Class 1.

8:30 am - 5:30 pm | $185+GST Slave Lake May 19, 2017

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Defensive Driving Available Anywhere – Online $99+GST Call our office at 780.849.8623 OR email work@northernlakescollege.ca

This 6 hour online Defensive Driving program is approved by the Alberta Government for reduction of 3 demerits points from an Alberta operator’s license.

A minimum mark of 80% must be obtained on the final exam to qualify for the demerit point reduction.

Professional Driver Improvement Course Available Anywhere – Online $99+GST Call our office at 780.849.8623 OR email work@northernlakescollege.ca

This program is designed specifically for professional truck drivers. It is government approved program that is highlighted by Fleet Safety International’s internationally recognized SAFER System of defensive driving. Successful participants receive a 3 demerit reduction off their license.

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SAFETY & DRIVER TRAINING Don’t see a date that works for your group? Contact us for a private offering delivered to your location.

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Safety Courses H2S Alive This course is for those who work in the oil and gas industry or wherever H2S may be encountered. Certificates through ENFORM are valid for 3 years.

All Locations: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm $195+GST High Prairie January 11, 2017 January 25, 2017 February 15, 2017 February 27, 2017 March 15, 2017 March 27, 2017 April 12, 2017 April 24, 2017 May 17, 2017 May 31, 2017 June 10, 2017 June 14, 2017 June 26, 2017

Wabasca January 17, 2017 February 22, 2017 March 21, 2017 April 10, 2017 May 24, 2017 June 20, 2017

Standard First Aid Level C CPR with AED You will be required to do practical exercises during this course. Employers should not send injured employees, e.g. employees on Workers’ Compensation or on light duty. Upon successful completion, you will receive a nationally recognized certificate that is valid for 3 years.

All Locations: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | $195+GST

Slave Lake January 9, 2017 January 16, 2017 January 23, 2017 February 6, 2017 February 21, 2017 February 27, 2017 March 6, 2017 March 20, 2017 March 27, 2017 April 3, 2017 April 18, 2017 April 24, 2017 May 8, 2017 May 23, 2017 May 29, 2017 June 3, 2017 June 5, 2017 June 19, 2017 June 26, 2017

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High Prairie January 9-10, 2017 January 23-24, 2017 February 13-14, 2017 March 13-14, 2017 March 28-29, 2017 April 8-9, 2017 April 10-11, 2017 May 15-16, 2017 May 29-30, 2017 June 3-4, 2017 June 12-13, 2017 June 27-28, 2017

Wabasca January 18-19, 2017 February 23-24, 2017 March 22-23, 2017 April 11-12, 2017 May 25-26, 2017 June 21-22, 2017

Peace River April 8-9, 2017 Slave Lake January 10-11, 2017 January 24-25, 2017 February 7-8, 2017 February 22-23, 2017 March 7-8, 2017 March 21-22, 2017 April 4-5, 2017 April 8-9, 2017 April 20-21, 2017 May 9-10, 2017 May 24-25, 2017 June 6-7, 2017 June 10-11, 2017 June 27-28, 2017

Transportation of Dangerous Goods Clear Language and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System The courses feature video, animations, learning games and skill-building exercises and can take anywhere from 1.5 to 4 hours to complete. You can start and stop training at your convenience, print your personalized wallet certificate upon completion and have printable resources for easy reference.

Available Anywhere – Online $90+GST for each course (TDG - $90, WHMIS - $90) Call our office at 780.849.8623 OR email work@northernlakescollege.ca

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SAFETY & DRIVER TRAINING

Construction Safety Training System CSTS-09 Divided into separate modules that can be completed at your own pace, and the full program takes on average five to six hours to complete. This course gives a basic overview of various health and safety topics, and students are tested for 100% mastery of content.

This program is a pre-entry requirement for many construction work sites. This course is certified by the Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA).

Available Anywhere – Online $99+GST Call our office at 780.849.8623 OR email work@northernlakescollege.ca

Standard First Aid Level C - RECERTIFICATION Students must provide the instructor with a current Standard First Aid Certificate.

All Locations: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | $165+GST High Prairie February 28, 2017 April 25, 2017

Slave Lake January 17, 2017 February 28, 2017 March 28, 2017

April 25, 2017 May 30, 2017 June 20, 2017

Confined Space Entry and Rescue Combines theory, demonstrations and practice!

All Locations: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | $195+GST High Prairie January 26, 2017 April 27, 2017

Wabasca April 4, 2017

Slave Lake January 12, 2017 February 9, 2017 March 9, 2017 April 6, 2017 May 11, 2017 June 8, 2017

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Fall Protection Focuses on how to identify fall hazards and have a fall protection plan in place when working at heights of 3 meters or greater.

All Locations: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | $195+GST High Prairie April 13, 2017

Slave Lake February 10, 2017 April 26, 2017

Ground Disturbance Level II Learn to carry out excavation work with confidence that you are operating safely and in compliance. This course meets the ABCGA (Alberta Common Ground Alliance) 201 Standard.

All Locations: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm | $195+GST High Prairie January 12, 2017 April 26, 2017

Wabasca April 5, 2017

Slave Lake January 18, 2017 February 24, 2017 March 23, 2017 April 19, 2017 May 31, 2017 June 21, 2017

Bear & Wildlife Safety Keeping yourself and others safe while minimizing the impact to wildlife is the goal in this three-hour webinar.

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm $99+GST Available Anywhere - NLC LIVE ONLINE™ April 6, 2017

ATV/UTV Driver Course This is the Alberta Safety Councils ATV/UTV Rider Courses which exposes the trainee to the safe operation of an all-terrain OR utility-terrain vehicle.

9:00 am - 5:00 pm $195+GST (Students supply their own registered and insured ATV/UTV, safety gear and weather appropriate clothing) Slave Lake April 27, 2017 (ATV) April 28, 2017 (UTV)

April is Super Safety Month REGISTER NOW

Courses Fill Up Quickly!

• Confined Space Entry & Rescue • Fall Protection • Ground Disturbance • H2S Alive • Standard First Aid Level C CPR with AED • SFA Level C CPR with AED & Recertification • Mental Health First Aid • ATV/UTV Driver Course

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HEALTH

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Mental Health First Aid Basic Certificate (MHFA – Canada) Mental health problems are common. There is a stigma associated with mental health problems.

Many people are not well informed; professional help is not always on hand. Participants learn how to provide help, promote the recovery of good mental health, and provide comfort to a person experiencing a mental health problem.

MHFA Basic is a 12-hour course that discusses the following mental disorders: Substance use disorders; Mood disorders; Anxiety disorders; and Psychotic disorders. Crisis first aid skills for the following situations are learned: substance overdose, suicidal behavior, panic attack, acute stress reaction, and psychotic episode.

Participants receive a certificate of participation from the Mental Health Commission of Canada.

No recertification is required.

Peace River Slave Lake 9:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 6:00 pm April 29-30, 2017 April 22-23, 2017 249+GST 249+GST

Available Anywhere – NLC LIVE Online™

Customized Training Continuing Education & Corporate Training (CE&CT) is your one-stop shop for efficient, and effective employmentrelated training. In the classroom or

Talk shop with us online using the hashtags #NLCcect and #NLCLIVEOnline

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online, one-day courses or certificate programs, Continuing Education at Northern Lakes College has the training

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you want.

Additional courses we can offer include: • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

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• Emergency Medical Responder: Naloxone Administration • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

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TECHNICAL TRAINING About the Facilitator Aerobotika Aerial Intelligence Ltd. Aerobotika Aerial Intelligence is an enablement organization, supporting prospective and current unmanned aircraft pilots to fly safely in Canadian airspace. Aerobotika’s training was the first in Canada designed around the Transport Canada requirements.

Unmanned Aerial Systems Course (UAV) Ground School This course provides training for UAV Theory, Flight and Operations. This in-depth theoretical background provides a solid foundation for operating commercially over diverse Canadian terrain, airspace and environments.

You will learn how to: • R ead meteorological reports and interpret weather systems

NEW Learn Before you Fly: A No-Crash Course for Flying Your Drone You have the gear; do you know the rules?

Keep yourself, others and aircraft safe and learn before you fly with the basics in this quickie UAV session.

Jan 11, 2017 February 8, 2017 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm $49+GST $49+GST

• Understand applicability of regulations • Communicate effectively with NavCanada • R ead aeronautical charts to interpret terrain and airspace information • I dentify components of unmanned aircraft and their importance to the system as a whole • U nderstand theory of flight in regard to fixed wing, multi rotor and helicopter aircraft • I dentify human factors and their role in conducting safe operations February 21 – March 16, 2017 (Tue & Thu) 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm $849+GST (includes pdf of manual) Although Transport Canada (TC) has yet to release the regulations and standards for the issuance of a Pilot Permit for small UAV operation, there is a comprehensive list of required knowledge. Participants who have

All you need is: • H igh speed internet • Computer, laptop, tablet • Speakers & microphone, preferably a headset.

QUESTIONS? Contact Us! Continuing Education & Corporate Training 1201 Main Street SE Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 Phone: 780.849.8623 Fax: 780.849.8704 Toll Free: 1.866.652.3456 ext 8623 work@northernlakescollege.ca Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:15 am - 4:30 pm

completed ground school training are recognized as pilots of UAV systems by Transport Canada (TC).

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Water & Wastewater Operator Preparation Program A partnership of experts The Water & Wastewater Operator Preparation Program: Level 1, is offered by Northern Lakes College in partnership with ATAP Infrastructure

NEW

PROGRAM

Management. This course provides training for individuals in the safe and effective operation of water treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment and wastewater collection systems.

Students who complete this program and obtain the required practical hours will be prepared to write the certification exam with Alberta Environment & Parks. This preparation program does not provide certification or placements to complete practical hours.

Water and Wastewater Operator Preparation Program: Level 1 February 7, 2017 – May 11, 2017 Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm $1095+GST Level II: Coming Fall 2017!

The program meets the Entry Level Training requirements of the Province of Alberta and has been approved for 5 CEU’s by the Alberta Environment Certification Board.

Students must obtain a minimum of 70% on tests and assignments throughout the course.

Unit 1: Introductions, Definitions, Safety Unit 2: Science Unit 3: Support Systems Unit 4: Technical Support Unit 5: Water Treatment Unit 6: Water Distribution Unit 7: Water Review & Exam Unit 8: Wastewater Treatment Unit 9: Wastewater Collection Unit 10: Wastewater Review & Exam

Materials:

Basic Science Concepts & Applications – Textbook & Workbook Small Water System Operation and Maintenance – Textbook $380.00 + GST + Shipping *Additional materials available in class, in PDF format, provided by your instructor Shipping information:

• Cost of shipping is $50.00 via Canada Post ground delivery.

• Any registrations received 7 days before the program begins will have a Priority Post or Purolator shipping charge applied at a higher rate.

For more information on Water and Wastewater Operator certification, visit the Water and Wastewater Operator Information Portal under Programs and Services at the Alberta Environment & Parks website.

For more information on the Water and Wastewater Program, watch the YouTube Video on the YourFutureNLC Channel

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CONTRACT TRAINING A well-trained work force is a community’s greatest asset.

Northern Lakes College offers a variety of programs that can help strengthen your community.

Contact us today to bring one of these programs to your community OR to create a customized program.

Life Skills Program Assist your clients to develop the skills, characteristics and attitude necessary to succeed in the workplace or in further schooling.

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must demonstrate the ability to read and write independently.

This program can be delivered over 3 months for up to 25 students. Composed of a series of lessons, the structure allows for continual skill practice, development and growth. Topics in the program include: teamwork, listening to others, identifying assumptions, facing fear, time management, handling confrontation.

Coaches determine which lessons to feature based on group need.

GED Preparation Program Prepare your clients to successfully write the GED examinations in order to obtain their Alberta High School Equivalency Diploma.

Entrance Requirement: Completed Grade 9 English and Math

This program can be delivered over 6 weeks for up to 20 students. Successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) examinations prepares individuals to obtain their Alberta High School Equivalency Diploma.

GED Preparation involves five sections of study: Language Arts – Writing, Language Arts – Reading, Social Studies, Math, and Science.

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Technical Preparation Program Prepare your clients to pursue trades-related training opportunities.

Entrance Requirement: Completed Grade 10 English and Math This program can be delivered over 4 months for up to 12 students. Students will receive lab experience in a variety of trades and academic preparation for the basic, Level 2 AIT Entrance Exam.

Students successful in this program may wish to pursue a Pre-Employment program in a specific trade, or other technical training such as Power Engineering or Oil Field Operator.

Technical Preparation includes: effective study skills, safe work practices, the basic knowledge and skills required to work as a laborer or apprentice in a variety of trades and industries, understanding of the apprenticeship system in Alberta, how to become an indentured apprentice, knowledge and skills required of a model employee, researching and applying for employment.

Forest Operations Program Prepare your clients to participate in the forest industry.

Entrance Requirement: Completed Grade 10 English and Math This program can be delivered over 3 months for up to 16 students. Students will be prepared for a wide variety of entry-level positions in forest operations or to participate in a logging training program. Covering topics such as woodland navigation using GPS and compass, woodland stewardship, woodland wildlife & biodiversity, and safety training, the program also provides students with time on simulators, to assist them with determining their aptitude for various logging equipment.

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Mobile Trades Lab

Bringing the Classroom to You! Totally mobile.

NLC offers two unique mobile training labs to support the delivery of pre-employment trades programs to northern rural communities.

Opportunities

are endless

The Mobile Trades Lab will deliver the training that your community needs.

Exposure to Trades Mobile Training Lab Each unit consists of a 50 foot trailer with slide outs that quickly transform into 1500 square feet of training space. Eight to ten students can work at portable stations with lots of room for equipment and tools.

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Each 16 week session of the Trades Technical Preparation program provides classroom training and practical hands on experience.

The portability of training allows the labs to offer: • Carpentry • Welding • Electrical Call us to discuss Customized Training to suit your community’s needs.

For more information Ph.1.866.652.3456

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LAND & ENVIRONMENT 60% of Alberta is public land and most of this is forested.

Albertans have a right and a responsibility to know how our forested public land is managed.

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Introduction to Forest Stewardship (IFS) Certificate These courses will provide an explanation of the science of sustainable management; balancing and protecting social, economic and ecological benefits derived from forested land. They are for anyone with a general interest in woodland environments, environmental educators, recreation providers, Public Advisory Committee members, utility managers, resource extraction executives, grazing leaseholders, ecotourism operators, consultants and even operators/supervisors who have experience but not forest management expertise.

Woodland Historical Resources Increases awareness and understanding of the importance of historic sites in Alberta, with an aim of having forest workers identify and protect new and existing sites.

January 17 & 19, 2017 Tuesday & Thursday | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $225

SAVE $50 when you register 3 weeks early.

Woodland Water Quality, Erosion Control and Crossing Construction Provides information about the fundamentals of water quality and develop competency in watercourse crossing construction.

February 21 & 23, 2017 Tuesday & Thursday | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $225

SAVE $50 when you register 3 weeks early.

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LAND & ENVIRONMENT

You will receive a certificate when you successfully complete all six courses.

We can offer more Land and Environment courses that explain science, regulation and best practice.

In partnership with WOLF (Woodland Operations Learning Foundation), we can offer courses on demand to your organization or community face-to-face, online or a combination!

Woodland Soils Provides practical ideas to forestry contractors, equipment operators, and field supervisors so that together they can minimize the damage to forest soils during forest operations.

April 4 & 6, 2017 Tuesday & Thursday | 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $225

SAVE $50 when you register 3 weeks early.

Woodland Stewardship and Introduction to Forest Management People with a general interest in forestry and those working in the industry will benefit by seeing the broader framework under which forests in Alberta are managed.

Coming back October 2017.

Woodland Wildlife and Biodiversity and Woodland Species at Risk Forest managers in Alberta apply wildlife conservation principles in all phases of harvest planning. The people who carry out those plans will benefit by knowing when specific practices are required, and why it makes a difference.

Coming back November 2017.

Integrated Resource Management Increases understanding of the broader environmental, social and economic impacts of resource development in Alberta, and the manner in which the Government of Alberta and industrial partners are addressing those impacts.

Coming back December 2017.

Forest Operations Metrics and Management

NEW

PROGRAM

12 week intensive! Get from point A to point B and ready to work in Forestry related careers.

This program responds to the needs of the entry-level forest operational workforce and has long-term employment benefits for communities with a stake in the sustainability of working forests.

Successful graduates will have the skills to navigate with hand compass or GPS equipment and collect GIS data together with a variety of field based forest metrics required for forest inventory, water crossing compliance, harvest layout, environmental monitoring, forest reclamation, Fire Smart, Pine Beetle survey or any number of other forest programs.

Delivered in partnership with the Woodland Operations Learning Foundation (WOLF) March 27th – June 16th, 2017 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Slave Lake $4895+GST Materials: $1300+GST

All you need is: • H igh speed internet • Computer, laptop, tablet • Speakers & microphone, preferably a headset.

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ed2go ed2go is a global Registered Education Provider for the Project Management Institute (PMI®). Registered Education Providers (R.E.P.s) offer programs and courses that are pre-approved for professional development units through PMI® and have been reviewed by a project management professional (PMP®) to ensure that they meet PMI®’s expectations for professional development in project management.

Upgrade your skills or learn more about a topic of interest through these online courses delivered in an enjoyable, interactive learning environment. Expert instructors develop and lead every course.

The requirements for most courses comprise of internet access, email, and a web browser. Before registering for a specific course, please review its associated requirements.

Fees for all courses on this page are in USD.

Ready for PMP Certification?

Check out these online ed2go courses that get you prepared!

PMP© Certification Prep 2

Certificate in Mindfulness

In this, the second part of our two-part certification preparation series, your instructor will continue to demystify the PMBOK© Guide.

You’ll also gain a strong understanding of earned value management, risk management, simulation, sensitivity analysis, and make-orbuy analysis. You will need a copy of the 5th Edition PMBOK© Guide for this course.

Learn about mindfulness and meditation, mindfulness and happiness, mindful eating, mindful movement (walking, yoga, Tai Chi, and Qigong), and mindful relationships.

More featured ed2go courses Accounting Fundamentals If you are interested in increasing your financial awareness while also gaining a marketable skill, this course is for you; whether you are a sole proprietor looking to manage your business finances or you simply want to gain an understanding of accounting basics.

Begin a well-paying career as a project manager by preparing to take and pass the PMP© certification exam. This course, the first part of a two-course series, will demystify the PMBOK© Guide, including relationships between inputs, tools and techniques, and outputs. You will need a copy of the 5th Edition PMBOK© Guide for this course.

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Secrets of Better Photography Learn how to take better pictures by understanding your camera and how to use it in a variety of situations. $119 USD | 24 hours

Medical Terminology Series Prepare for a career in the health services industry by learning medical terminology. $174 USD | 48 hours

$119 USD | 24 hours

A-Z Grant Writing PMP© Certification Prep 1

$119 USD | 8 hours

Learn everything you need to know to start writing grant proposals and consult or volunteer for non-profit, public foundations.. $119 USD | 24 hours

12 Steps to a Successful Job Search This motivational course will increase your confidence, help you feel great about yourself, and provide you with the foundation you need to get the job you want. $119 USD | 24 hours

Register for these courses and more at: www.ed2go.com/nlc/

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UGotClass Certificate in Project Management

delivered online through UGotClass $259 OR take all 3 courses for $649 * The Certificate in Project Management does not lead to certification with the Project Management Institute.

Project management provides visibility of project health to the business and the customer; it is one of the fastest paths to promotion by increasing your network through greater exposure. First, gain the skills, tools and templates to confidently develop and maintain a project, then acquire a well-rounded knowledge of the five Project Management Processes relating to the Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide. Finally, learn the ten Project Management Knowledge Areas and their support role and relationships to the five Project Management Processes.

Three one-month courses: Introduction to Project Management Project management is one of the fastest paths to promotion by increasing your network through greater exposure. After this course, you will have the skills, tools and templates to confidently develop and maintain a project.

Project Management Knowledge Areas Project management provides visibility of project health to the business and the customer. Through continuous monitoring, early detection of variations to plan, schedule, and budget is communicated to stakeholders for quick resolution, including project cancellation.

This course introduces the student to the ten (10) Project Management Knowledge Areas and their support role and relationships to the five (5) Project Management Processes.

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Project Management Processes Acquire a well-rounded knowledge of the five Project Management Processes relating to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide. This basic information will assist you in learning the beginnings of Project Management, whether you are interested in project management, in a project management field, or in any line of work.

Certificate in Data Analysis delivered online through UGotClass $259 OR take all 3 courses for $649 Data Analysis is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skills in the workplace. Companies have vast amounts of data, but it is rare to have someone with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make predictions.

Make a big difference in the success of your organization by acquiring data analysis skills. Begin with getting a basic understanding of how to analyze data in a business setting. Then learn how many of your business decisions involve comparing groups for differences. You will find out how to perform inquiries that will be useful to your business

or organization, and have the skill necessary to communicate results through graphs and text that your fellow employees will understand.

Three one-month courses: Introduction to Data Analysis Data Analysis is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skills in the workplace.

Companies have vast amounts of data, but it is rare to have some-one with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make predictions. This course will give you a basic understanding of how to analyze data in a business setting.

Intermediate Data Analysis This Intermediate Data Analysis course will introduce you to the statistics behind these group differences and relationships. In addition, you’ll learn how to work with ratings, graphs and user-friendly reports of statistical results.

Advanced Data Analysis Take the guesswork out of important company decisions and make decisions based on statistically significant information. Whether your business is home based or a large company, this class will take you to the next level where important decision-making is concerned.

Delivered online through UGotClass Register for these courses and more at: www.yougotclass.org/catalog-complete.cfm/nlc

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GENERAL INTEREST Conversational Cree Level 1 Join us for a six-session NLC LIVE Online™ course that will teach beginner Cree speakers the basics. You will learn numbers, the days of the week, basic greetings, basic introductions, basic conversation phrases and some Cree songs to help you remember it all. Information about the Cree culture and the origin of root words will also be covered.

March 14-30, 2017 (Tuesday & Thursday) 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $245+GST *This course requires a microphone or headset with microphone to participate.

NEW! GED Preparation Required Textbook: Complete Canadian GED Preparation Handbook

Do you need help preparing for the GED Test?

We have 5 modules that help you prepare for each of the components of the GED Test. You can pick and choose the one(s) that you need:

GED Preparation – Preparing for the Science Test January 18 – February 8, 2017 Wednesdays | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $149+GST

GED Preparation – Preparing for the Language Arts Reading Test February 22 – March 15, 2017 Wednesdays | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm $149+GST

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Coming in October & November 2017: GED Preparation – Preparing for the Language Arts Writing Test GED Preparation – Preparing for the Social Studies Test

Get a taste of NLC LIVE Online™ with one or more of these upcoming FREE NLC LIVE Online™ Sessions Canada, 150 Years and More – “Native Cultural Arts & Grouard” In this session, Rachel Cripps, NLC Museum Director, will talk about the types of indigenous artworks that are found at the Native Cultural Arts Museum. She will also describe the history of the founding of Grouard and the St. Bernard Mission.

Choose the time that works best for you!

Tuesday, February 28, 2017 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm OR 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm FREE. You must register to participate.

Community Adult Learning Programs (CALP) Community Adult Learning Programs (CALPs) are funded through Alberta Advanced Education to partner with the College and community to offer Literacy & Foundational Learning programs to adults within our communities. CALPs can offer programming that is not available through the College to help learners achieve their learning goals.

CALPs within the Northern Lakes College region: • A thabasca Adult Learning Connection 780.675.2285 • E ast Prairie Metis Settlement 780.523.2594 • F ox Creek Community Adult Learning 780.622.3758 • Gift Lake Metis Settlement – 780.767.3794 • H igh Level – Chinchaga Adult Learning 780.926.5625 • H igh Prairie – Prairie River Community Education – 780.523.4111 • L a Crete Community Adult Learning 780.928.2008 • M anning Community Adult Learning and Literacy – 780.836.2664 • M anning Community Resource Centre (Aboriginal) Society – 780.836.4329 • P eace River Community Adult Learning Council – 780.624.4220 • Peavine Metis Settlement – 780.523.2557 • S lave Lake Adult Education 780.849.8625 • S moky River Community Adult Learning and Literacy – 780.837.3013 • V alleyview Community Learning Council 780.524.4323

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REGISTRATION 5 Easy Ways to Register 1. Website

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cheque or money order (payable to Northern Lakes College), VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Interac or company purchase order/ authorization. You are considered registered for a course when your fees are fully paid. All course fees listed are per person, per course.

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Fee Payment: You may pay your course fees by cash, personal

Northern Lakes College Continuing Education & Corporate Training 1201 Main Street, SE Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3

Note: for NLC LIVE Online™ classes: Fees are per person and where applicable a group price (for as many as you want at 1 computer connection) is listed.

Private Offerings: We can set up customized offerings for your organization. Contact us for more details.

Course attendance: Verification or course certification is only granted for those who participate as individuals LIVE online. If you take with a group OR you miss the class and view the recording, attendance verification and/or certification will not be granted (MMP modules are an exception for recordings, contact Continuing Education & Corporate Training for more information).

Withdrawals & Refunds: Your registration will be fully refunded when notice of withdrawal is given two (2) working days before the course start date for regular courses OR five (5) working days for Certificate Program courses (excluding MMP – see note below). When notification is received less than two (2) full working days before the course start date for regular courses OR five (5) full working days for Certificate Program courses (excluding MMP), an invoice will be issued

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for full payment of the course. When you are unable to attend your course, you may arrange for someone to take your place.

Note: For MMP modules, an administrative fee of $50 is charged for all cancelled or transferred registrations. There are no refunds for materials/ shipping. Less than 7 days before the module starts, a partial refund of

Contact Us Continuing Education & Corporate Training 1201 Main Street SE, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 Phone: 780.849.8623 Fax: 780.849.8704 Toll Free: 1.866.652.3456 ext 8623 Email: work@northernlakescollege.ca Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:15 am - 4:30 pm

75% of the tuition fee is granted if the withdrawal of the registration is received.

NLC Live Online™: You will need access to high-speed internet, microphone / speakers (preferably a headset). All times are on Mountain Time Zone.

Recorded Training: You will need access to high-speed internet and speakers.

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Customized or Private Training Continuing Education & Corporate Training (CE&CT) at Northern Lakes College is your one-stop shop for efficient and effective employment related training.

Any of our programs or courses can be designed and scheduled specifically for your organization in a location that works for you.

Contact us for more information at work@northernlakescollege.ca or call 1.866.652.3456 ext. 8623

Make the Canada Alberta Job Grant Work for You What is it?

The Canada-Alberta Job Grant is an employer-driven training program. Employers decide who gets training and what type of training is needed for new and existing employees.

To qualify for funding, training must • be a minimum of 21 hours in length* • be completed within one year of the training start date • be provided by a third party • not replace prior training investments • result in a record of completion, a mark, a certificate or an industry-recognized credential Training can be completed online, on-site and in the classroom. Classes can be part-time or full-time.

Northern Lakes College develops and maintains partnerships with regional businesses, industry and agencies in order to ensure program offerings reflect the training needs of northern Alberta. *In order to meet the 21-hour minimum, unrelated courses may be “bundled”.

For example: • Facilitation Skills – Developing Team Based Solutions (14 hours) • Clear and Concise Business Writing (6 hours) • Minute Taking (6 hours)

How does it benefit employers?

This funding will provide employers with the opportunity to invest in the skill development of their current and future workforce, leading to increases in organizational productivity and retention.

What costs does it cover?

The Canada-Alberta Job Grant program provides significant savings to employers looking to pursue training for their employees. Under the grant, employers will be required to cover a maximum of one third of the costs associated with direct training. Government contributions can cover a maximum of $10,000 per employee.

If you have questions about the Canada-Alberta Job Grant or need additional help, call toll-free 1.855.638.9424 or email jobgrant@gov.ab.ca