Your complete guide to upcoming NWC programs & courses
2017-18
College Connection
Keep until June 2018
TABLE OF CONTENTS 03 WELCOME TO NWC 04 BUSINESS 06 HEALTH CARE & COMMUNITY SERVICE 09 TRADES 12 DEGREES
13 UNIVERSITY 14 ADMISSIONS CHART 16 ADULT BASIC EDUCATION 20 SAFETY & INDUSTRY TRAINING
22 COMPUTERS 24 GENERAL INTEREST 26 SCHOLARSHIPS 27 APPLY NOW
NWC is here to provide you with quality education and advanced skills needed to reach your career goals. Through partnerships with Saskatchewan Polytechnic, University of Regina and University of Saskatchewan, NWC delivers a diverse range of programs whose credentials are recognized by employers across Canada. • • •
Unique campus settings where exceptional instructors and supportive staff help to make your educational experience a success. We have a new, fully furnished, student residence at our Meadow Lake Campus. Apply today to secure your housing needs. Contact us. We are here to help you. Seats are limited. Apply today.
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To enhance your employment opportunities, voluntary job placements and work experiences are incorporated into Skills Credit programs. Job coaches support students through preparation and on-site support. NWC STUDENTS GET HIRED.
Career Counselling
Student Services
Are you just out of school or between jobs? Are you looking to make a career change? Come see our career counsellors to assist you with your career decisions and training plans. They will help you reach your goals. Our supportive staff can assist you with:
Our Student Services staff are here to help you reach your goals. We provide students with assistance in their academic or personal life. Students may seek individual counselling, referrals to outside agencies or access to tutors. We strive to build a supportive and fun learning community and offer a variety of activities which have included Welcome Day, Lunch & Learn, Career Fair, Community Fair, Fitness Challenge, Family Swim Nights, and Family Bowling among others.
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Resume building Academic planning Financial assistance options Job search skills One-on-one confidential career planning Portfolio development
Contact Student Services at the Battlefords Campus at 306-937-5126 or at the Meadow Lake Campus at 306-234-5108.
Student Residence A great place to live! Fully furnished! Quality and affordable student housing is available at Meadow Lake Campus. The residences include a mix of 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom units to suit your budget. Family rates for 2 or 3 bedroom units are also available. Visit www.northwestcollege.ca/ prospective_students/residences.html for a virtual tour and an application form. For more information call the residence clerk at 306-234-5121.
Tuition and fees subject to change
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WELCOME TO NWC
Make Us Your College of Choice
BUSINESS
Your Success Matters! Business Battlefords Campus The one-year Business certificate program gives you a well-rounded business foundation for entry-level positions. You’ll learn core business concepts, including accounting, finance, management, computers, marketing, insurance, human resources and more.
Business - Year 2 Accountancy Battlefords Campus Accounting is often called the language of business. If you want to be one of the people at the table when critical business decisions are being made, Business Accountancy specialty will appeal to you.
Office Administration Battlefords Campus Meadow Lake Campus Office Administration is a one-year certificate program that provides knowledge and skill development related to the business office environment. This program will have an emphasis on computer applications. Instruction will include projects that will give you a hands-on understanding of the demands and rewards of work in an office setting.
98% student satisfaction rate
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CARMEN KOEHL
LPN Graduate - Battlefords Campus “I graduated in November 2015 from the LPN program and absolutely loved it. I highly recommend going to the College; it felt like home; the staff are great; there’s always events going on; the programs are amazing!”
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work experiences opportunites
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HEALTH CARE & COMMUNITY SERVICE
Expand your Horizons Continuing Care Assistant Battlefords Campus Meadow Lake Campus The Continuing Care Assistant program allows you to make a difference in someone’s life everyday. This program is a one-year certificate program. If you enjoy caring for others, the Continuing Care Assistant program might be right for you. You’ll work directly with clients in long-term care, home care, assisted living, and even special needs classrooms. You will help them with mobility, personal care, assisting them to eat their meals and medication monitoring. Your clinical work experiences will give you a taste of different work settings and offer you a strong foundation as a health care support staff. Part-time programs are available by modules in: • Debden • Lloydminster • Spiritwood • North Battleford • Big River First Nation Please refer to the College website for information on dates and tuition.
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Early Childhood Education-Part-Time Battlefords Campus There are three ECE part-time programs this year. Two are offered during the day and one in the evening. Pick the ECE Level One program that works for you. There are also additional Early Childhood Education courses available on a part-time basis so you can work towards ECE Level Two certificate. You’ll receive well-rounded training in child and adolescent development and guidance techniques. You will receive hands-on experience developing programming for creative arts, language, cognitive, social and emotional development. You will play, learn and grow in ECE. Contact the College for any questions you may have.
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Battlefords Campus Meadow Lake Campus The two-year Practical Nursing diploma program trains you to be a vital part of today’s health care team. You will learn to provide compassionate, professional nursing care to a full range of patients from infants to seniors in acute care, long-term care and in the community. You will get hands-on clinical experience allowing you to grow into a confident nurse before entering the job market.
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Youth Care Worker Battlefords Campus North West College is offering the two-year Youth Care Worker Diploma program as it has transfer credit towards social work and justice studies degrees. The Youth Care Worker program will help you develop the skills you need to build healthy relationships with children, youth and families. You will get practical experience planning and implementing activities geared towards youth. You will learn about addictions, the criminal justice system, behavioural intervention strategies, therapeutic activities, and Aboriginal awareness, among others making you a valuable support staff for youth in your community.
Skills training student success rate
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HEALTH CARE & COMMUNITY SERVICE
Practical Nursing
HEALTH CARE & COMMUNITY SERVICE
Food Service Cook Meadow Lake Campus Food Service Cook (formerly Short Order Cooking) is an intensive 12-week applied certificate program. You’ll get the kind of entry level cooking skills and hands-on experience employers want, while learning how to prepare a large number of orders. Get practical experience in: -
basic cooking principles soups, pastas and cold foods breakfast and dairy meat and poultry basics kitchen tools and equipment professionalism safety, sanitation and WHMIS
Sasha Johansson, 2011 NWC Hairstylist graduate established her own studio and is an interprovincial journeyperson hairstylist who conducted a hair tattooing demo on student, Vicki Rousseau in class November 2016.
Hair Tattooing Demonstration
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Tuition and fees subject to change
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Electrician Meadow Lake Campus Electrician is an applied certificate program in a field that is in demand. You will acquire entry level skills training in electrical installations and perform maintenance duties according to industry standards. Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. Get started in this high voltage career today.
Try-A-Trade Interactive Career Fair Visit
www.northwestcollege.ca/ employers/try_a_trade.html for upcoming dates and information.
Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport & Agricultural Technician Meadow Lake Campus Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport & Ag Technician is a one-year certificate program. It provides knowledge and skill development in servicing, maintaining, testing, diagnosing and repairing heavy equipment, trucks, buses and transport vehicles. Graduates will receive training for levels one and two of the apprenticeship for the Heavy Duty Mechanics, and Truck and Transport Mechanics. NWC has an excellent lab, fitted with the latest equipment including computer simulation technology giving our students the best training possible. The agricultural component focuses on farm machinery. Get geared up for this program today.
Tuition and fees subject to change
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TRADES
Quality Workforce Training
TRADES Hairstylist Battlefords Campus Do you want to be “a cut” above? Hairstylist is a one-year certificate program. This program will provide you with practical experience in a salon while helping you complete your 1500 hour pre-employment program. You will learn how to perform techniques on hair, wigs, hairpieces, skin and nails, as well as salon management. The program provides an apprenticeship period of up to two years. Graduates of the Hairstylist program have the opportunity to move directly into Esthetician training expanding your skills and giving you another exciting career option.
Industrial Mechanics (Millwright) Battlefords Campus Industrial Mechanics are also known as millwrights. Graduates may find employment in commercial or industrial operations that use machinery. These include wood, cereal, meat processing and power generating plants, mines, mills and refineries. Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. Please contact the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) for further information.
VALUES • Excellence • Integrity
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• Invested • Innovation
Tuition and fees subject to change
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Plumbing & Pipefitting
Meadow Lake Campus
Meadow Lake Campus
Do you love to cook? North West College’s new Professional Cooking is a one-year certificate program that offers the handson training necessary to work as part of a culinary team. The Professional Cooking certificate earns you a full year of apprenticeship towards becoming a journeyperson cook. This is your first step toward becoming a Red Seal cook, an interprovincial standard of excellence recognized across Canada. This is an exciting career that has a tasty pay-off.
Plumbing and Pipefitting is an applied certificate program. This training gives you foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in plumbing installation, water supplies, waste systems and plumbing fixtures. This 17 week program will get you starting on a great career path in no time. Take the plunge into this great career.
Welding Meadow Lake Campus Welding is a one-year certificate program where you will build knowledge and skills in operating welding equipment and performing basic welding operations. You’ll get hands-on instruction in cutting process, gas metal arc, as well as learning general shop practice and shop safety. Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. Take the Welding program to spark your career goals.
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TRADES
Professional Cooking
DEGREES
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) Meadow Lake Campus In partnership with the University of Regina, North West College offers a full, four year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree program. Applicants with prior university credits may still have an opportunity to join this cohort. For more information, please contact North West College Meadow Lake Campus at 306-234-5100 or website at www.northwestcollege.ca
Community-Based Bachelor of Education After Degree Program Meadow Lake Campus Offered in partnership with the University of Regina, this program is designed to provide a unique cohort model of teacher education for those with degrees. All students wishing to apply must do so through the online application process at https://urconnected.uregina.ca/#apply
Supporting Your Road to Success Pre-Social Work Battlefords Campus Meadow Lake Campus Students wishing to pursue the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from the University of Regina should first enroll in the 30 credit hour Pre-Social Work Program. The Pre-Social Work program requirements must be completed in order for students to apply for admission to the BSW program. All Pre-Social Work courses are available at North West College.
97%
Aboriginal university student success rate
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Pre-Professional Year Battlefords Campus With this pre-professional year you are eligible to apply for the remaining three years of nursing education at the University of Saskatchewan, leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). The pre-professional year will be foundational to the nursing program and will include courses in the humanities, natural, social and health sciences. It will prepare you to play a vital role as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the health care system.
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North West College offers many university courses through face-to-face or distance learning; either televised or online. Contact Student Services for more information. Make the transition to university in an environment that fosters academic success. Through partnerships with the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan, NWC provides you with an opportunity to acquire your first year of classes for most degree programs. Students can enjoy interaction with professors in many face-to-face classes or participate in televised and online offerings. All you need to do is go to the university’s website and fill out the application form. https://urconnected.uregina.ca http://explore.usask.ca/admissions Once you are accepted, just register for the classes offered at your NWC Campus. We will work with you to develop your program plan and register for classes either on or off campus. Please contact the Battlefords Campus at 306-937-5100 or the Meadow Lake Campus at 306-234-5100.
Continue your degree at either North West College offers numerous Scholarships! Maximize your scholarship opportunities by qualifying for these scholarships. Check out our website www.northwestcollege.ca for details on university and other available scholarships.
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UNIVERSITY
Get off to a fantastic start by taking your first year of almost any university program right here at the College.
ADMISSIONS CHART
PROGRAM
FT/PT LENGTH LOCATION
DATES
Business
Full Time
32 wks
Battlefords
Sep 1, 2017 - Apr 30, 2018
Business-Yr 2 - Accountancy
Full Time
30 wks
Battlefords
Sep 5, 2017 - Apr 30, 2018
Continuing Care Assistant
Full Time
30 wks
Battlefords
Sep 5, 2017 - Jun 7, 2018
Continuing Care Assistant
Full Time
30 wks
Meadow Lake
Sep 11, 2017 - May 3, 2018
Early Childhood Education - Level 1
Part-Time
6 wks
Battlefords
Sep 11, 2017-Oct 24, 2017
1 Early Childhood Education - Level Evenings
Part-Time
17 wks
Battlefords
Oct 23, 2017 - Feb 12, 2018
Early Childhood Education - Level 2
Part-Time
28 wks
Battlefords
Oct 23, 2017 - May 8, 2018
Electrician
Full Time
20 wks
Meadow Lake
Oct 30, 2017 - Mar 30, 2018
Food Service Cook
Full Time
12 wks
Meadow Lake
Jul 4, 2017 - Sep 22, 2017
Hairstylist
Full Time
45 wks
Battlefords
Jul 24, 2017 - Jun 22, 2018
Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport & Agricultural Technician
Full Time
40 wks
Meadow Lake
Sep 5, 2017 - Jun 29, 2018
Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
Full Time
Battlefords
Sep 5, 2017 - Jan 12, 2018
Office Administration
Full Time
35 wks
Meadow Lake
Aug 30, 2017 - Apr 20, 2018
Office Administration
Full Time
32 wks
Battlefords
Sep 1, 2017 - Apr 27, 2018
Plumbing & Pipefitting
Full Time
17 wks
Meadow Lake
Sep 5, 2017 - Jan 26, 2018
Practical Nursing
Full Time
65 wks
Meadow Lake
Sep ???, 2017 - May ???, 2019
Professional Cooking
Full Time
35 wks
Meadow Lake
Sep 5, 2017 - May 25, 2018
FT/PT
varies
Bford/ML
varies
Welding
Full Time
35 wks
Meadow Lake
Aug 28, 2017 - Jun 28, 2018
Youth Care Worker - Year 1
Full Time
35 wks
Battlefords
Sep 1, 2017 - May 18, 2018
University
PROGRAMS BY LOCATION Battlefords Campus
Adult Education, Business, Computers, Continuing Care Assistant, Early Childhood Education, English as an Additional Language, General Interest, Office Administration, Plumbing & Pipefitting, Practical Nursing, Primary Care Paramedic, Safety & Industry, Youth Care Worker, University
Meadow Lake Campus
Adult Education, Business, Computers, Continuing Care Assistant, Electrician, English as an Additional Language, Food Safe Cook,General Interest, Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport & Ag Tech, Office Administration, Plumbing & Pipefitting, Practical Nursing, Professional Cooking, Safety & Industry, Welding, University
Adult Education
Mosquito First Nation
Adult Education
Big Island Cree Nation
Adult Education
Muskeg Lake Cree Nation
Adult Education
Big River First Nation
Adult Education, Continuing Care Assistant
Pelican Lake First Nation
Adult Education
Debden
Adult Education, Continuing Care Assistant
Poundmaker First Nation
Adult Education
Duck Lake
Adult Education
Rosthern
English as an Additional Language
Leask
Adult Education
Spiritwood
Continuing Care Assistant
Leoville
Adult Education
Adult Education
Lloydminster
Continuing Care Assistant
Sweetgrass First Nation Witchekan Lake First Nation
Beardy’s First Nation
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Adult Education
Tuition and fees subject to change
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TUITION BOOKS FEES CREDENTIAL PAGE
EARNING POTENTIAL
Gr. 12 w/any 30-level Math. **
$3,749
$1,500
$85
Certificate
4
$27,000 $134,000
Business Certificate
$4,190
$1,800
$85
Diploma
4
$25,000 $134,000
Gr. 12**
$3,750
$895
$85
Certificate
6
$22,000 $49,000
Gr. 12**
$3,975
$430
$85
Certificate
6
$22,000 $49,000
Please contact the College for information
$1,520
$600
$85
6
$21,000 $47,000
Please contact the College for information
$1,235
$520
$85
6
$21,000 $47,000
Please contact the College for information
varies
varies
$85
6
$21,000 $47,000
Grade 11 with Foundations of Mathematics 20 or Workplace and Apprenticeship Mathematics 20 or Pre-Calculus 20
$3,134
$903
$85
Applied Certificate
9
$31,000 $104,000
open access
$1,984
$1,135
$85
Certificate
8
Gr. 11 or GED速 12
$7,499
$2,120
$85
Applied Certificate
10
$21,900 $72,000
Gr. 11 with a Math 20
$6,345
$830
$85
Certificate
9
$31,200 $91,600
Gr. 10
$2,058
$400
$85
Applied
10
$41,600 $92,600
Gr. 12
$4,050
$1,850
$85
Certificate
4
$29,000 $52,000
Gr. 12
$4,128
$1,850
$85
Certificate
4
$29,000 $72,000
Gr. 11 or GED速
$2,522
$1,800
$85
Applied Certificate
11
$61,000
Grade 12 with a minimum overall average of 65% in the following five subjects: English Language Arts A30, English Language Arts B30, Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30, one of Biology 30, Chemistry 30 or Physics 30 and one of Social Studies 30, History 30 or Native Studies 30. High demand intake.
$4,357
$1,900
$85
Diploma
7
$44,500 $83,300
Gr. 10
$5,504
$1,300
$85
Certificate
11
$21,900 $55,000
U of Regina or U of Saskatchewan admission requirements. Visit uregina.ca or usask.ca
set by University
set by University
set by University
University Credit
13
Gr. 10 or GED速
$5,351
Certificate
11
$33,000 $85,100
Gr. 12 **
$4,579
Certificate
7
$29,200 $66,700
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS Adult Basic Education
$1,479
$85
FT/PT
LOCATION
FT/PT
Battlefords Campus, Duck Lake, Leask, Meadow Lake Campus. On-reserve locations please contact Adult Basic Education coordinator at 306-937-5142 for more information regarding locations and dates, or visit the website at: www.northwestcollege.ca
English as an Additional Language
PT
Battlefords Campus, Meadow Lake Campus, Rosthern
Safety & Industry
PT
Battlefords Campus, Meadow Lake Campus
GED
速
Battlefords Campus, Meadow Lake Campus
Computers
PT
Battlefords Campus, Meadow Lake Campus
General Interest
PT
Battlefords Campus, Meadow Lake Campus
Online
Ed2go offers hundreds of classes online. Visit www.ed2go.com/nwrc
** Please refer to the website for additional admission requirements. Tuition and fees subject to change
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ADMISSIONS CHART
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
Stepping Stones to Success Many adults who did not complete a high school program of instruction have continued to learn through a variety of experiences encountered in everyday life. The purpose of the GED® testing program is to provide an opportunity for these individuals to have the learning gained from such life experiences evaluated and recognized.
Essay Writing/Tutoring
GED® College Supports
Do you need to refresh your writing skills? Sign up for an essay writing workshop with subsequent tutoring sessions to review and improve your essay writing skills. Battlefords Campus Essay Writing Dates: October 3, 2017 Tuition $50
Would you like to find out more about the GED®, assess your readiness to write the GED®, and discuss a study plan? Ask about the Adult Basic Education intake testing dates, or refer to the College website at www.northwestcollege.ca.
GED® Math Tutoring
GED® Self-Assessment & Study
GED® Math tutoring is available to assist with independent study. GED® materials are available through the College bookstores. Battlefords Campus Dates: October 2017 to January 2018 Day/Time Mon/Wed 6:30-9:30 pm Tuition $100
GED® Exams The computer based GED® Exam is made up of 5 subjects: Mathematics, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, and Science. Exams are $7 per subject. You can write one exam or multiple exams in one sitting. See www.GED.com to create an account. Battlefords Campus (Create an account and book online). Day/Time Thur 8:30 am-4:30 pm Meadow Lake Campus (Create an account and contact Meadow Lake Campus to book an exam). Day/Time Thur 8:30 am-4:30 pm or by appointment
Take an official GED® practice test. Scores indicate the level of readiness to take the exam. Create your account in GED.com. An official practice test is available in the “Study” Dashboard. Review the results to identify your areas of strengths and weaknesses. Need help interpreting the results? Contact the College. The GED Preparation manual is $25 and available at the College.
366 GED
exam modules last year ®
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Level 3 - Adult 10
Level 1 Literacy programs are designed to help adult learners in their everyday lives-as family members, community members, and workers. The focus is on those general skills, abilities, and aptitudes needed to function in day-to-day life.
Level 4 - Adult 12
Level 2 - Pathways Level 2 programs can be focused on academics or employment readiness. They are designed to develop skills, attitudes and abilities to help students gain prerequisites for further training or employment. They focus on enhancing skills such as technological literacy, communication skills, portfolio development and life skills.
Essential Skills for the Workplace ESWP programs focus on providing learners with enhanced literacy and numeracy skills, as well as incorporating employment information and readiness (including work placements) into programs. The programs will assist participants to enter the workforce.
LOCATION
Level 3 courses (Communications, Social Studies, Life/Work Studies, Mathematics and Science) are designed for people who want to build on their knowledge and skills. Learners who complete Level 3 successfully go on to further education, training, or employment opportunities.
Level 4 students are required to complete seven 30-Level credits including: English (2 credits), Math (1 credit), Science (1 credit), Social Studies (1 credit), and Electives (2 credits). Students may be eligible to receive a Prior Learning Credit as one of their electives if they have 20 weeks of full-time work experience or have completed a course that is equal in weight and rigor to a 30-level course.
Adult Basic Education Schedule
PROGRAM
DATE/TIME
Beardy’s First Nation
Level 2
Jan - May/18
Big River First Nation
Level 2
Sep 1/17 – Jan 5/18
Big Island Lake Cree Nation
Level 2
Sep 1/17 – Jan 5/18
Debden
Level 3/Level 4
Aug 30/17 – May 25/18
Duck Lake
Level 3/Level 4
Aug 30/17 - May 25/18
Leask
Level 3/Level 4
Aug 30/17 - May 25/18
Leoville
Level 3/Level 4
Aug 30/17 – May 25/18
Meadow Lake
Level 2/Level 3/Level 4
Aug 30/17 – May 25/18
Mosquito First Nation
Level 3
Sep/17 - May/18
Muskeg Lake Cree Nation
Level 2
Jan/18 - May/18
North Battleford
Level 1/Level 2/Level 3/Level 4
Aug 30/17 - May 25/18
Pelican Lake First Nation
Level 2
Poundmaker First Nation
Level 2
Jan - May/18
Sweetgrass First Nation
Level 2
Sep - Dec/17
Witchekan Lake First Nation
Level 2
Sep 1/17 – Jan 5/18
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Jan 4 – May 14/18
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ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
Level 1 - Literacy
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
North West College is pleased to offer an intense, 24 hour IELTS preparation class. This IELTS course is for English students at an intermediate level and above. This program provides a solid grounding in the exam skills necessary for success in all four modules of the IELTS exam: Listening, Reading, Writing & Speaking. Prepare to demonstrate your English skills to the best of your ability in your English language equivalency test. Battlefords Campus Four consecutive Sundays or evenings. Tuition $300 Program delivered on a demand basis only. For more information, please contact EAL Coordinator at 306-937-5124.
165
EAL Students Served in 2016
English as an Additional Language for Newcomers to Canada Did you know to become a Canadian citizen you need an English benchmark of CLB 4 in speaking and listening? Improve your English by learning to speak, read, listen and write. Classes are ongoing from September through to May each year. We offer many different levels of English classes. There is no cost to attend classes. English testing is available to ensure correct placement in classes. Part-time classes available in North Battleford, Meadow Lake, and Rosthern. Additional communities can be considered. Applications are available at either Battlefords Campus, Meadow Lake Campus, or online. For further information, please contact EAL Coordinator at 306-937-5124.
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Welcome to the “Snack Shack” A business run by Adult Basic Education students! “It was our hope that giving them responsibilities everyday that aren’t just academic responsibilities makes it more like the real world.” - Instructor Lesley Weiman
Get firsthand experience of what it is like to run a business:
If at first you don’t succeed... Shaylon Katcheech
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Budgeting Customer Service Management Business Plan Preparation Timetabling Basic Accounting
Shaylon Katcheech is an outgoing 21 year old. After some imcomplete stints at High School in Alberta, he made a plan to start fresh in Saskatchewan. In September he was named “Student of the Month” which recognizes integrity, attendance, grades and community involvement. He plans to keep studying after he finishes high school. He is considering a number of fields including healthcare, social work and construction. “I really like the environment. It’s really helpful.”
Tuition and fees subject to change
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ADULT BASIC EDUCATION
From Classroom to Career!
SAFETY & INDUSTRY TRAINING
Face-to-Face
Online Fire Extinguisher - Danatec - $50
Confined Space Entry & Monitor - $165 (OSSA approved) This course prepares candidates to work safely in confined spaces and is ideal for workers, supervisors and safety personnel. Learn practical safety skills including entry into a confined space and rescue simulation wearing self–contained breathing apparatus.
Enform H2S Alive - $160 This course is intended for all workers in the petroleum industry who could potentially be exposed to hydrogen sulphide (H2S). This course covers the physical properties and health hazards of hydrogen sulphide, how to protect yourself and basic rescue techniques.
Fall Protection - $165 (OSSA approved) This is intended for workers, supervisors, managers, and safety personnel involved in drilling and service rig operations. Topics covered include fall protection, legislation, control levels, anchor and free fall, full body harnesses, connecting components, fall distance calculations and specialized fall arrest systems.
First Aid/CPR “C” - $160 A modular course for those who want to learn more than basic first aid skills. This course offers an extensive selection of options and meets the Saskatchewan Occupational Health and Safety regulations. Recertification - $100+GST
Global Ground Disturbance - $160 This course is essential when working in the oil and gas industry. Students will learn the causes of cave–ins, pre–job planning, job safety and trenching regulations.
This online Fire Safety program based on the Ontario Fire Code will provide the knowledge necessary to prevent fires in the workplace. It also focuses on the basic elements of fire prevention and protection.
Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT) - $50 The Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT) program is an interactive, online-training course composed of 13 modules, each focused on a different fundamental aspect of worksite safety. SCOT is convenient, easy-to-understand, interactive and accessible. The program begins with an introductory module that describes the content, purpose and important practical information necessary to help participants navigate through the training experience. PLEASE CALL BATTLEFORDS CAMPUS OR MEADOW LAKE CAMPUS FOR MORE INFORMATION
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) - Danatec - $50 This 4 hour course includes TDG legislation, classification, safety marks, documentation, safe handling, incident reporting, and emergency response.
WHMIS - Danatec - $50 The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Canada’s national hazard communication standard, has incorporated the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) – an internationally recognized standard for hazard classification and communication.
Both
National Food Safety Training Program - $90 This course covers introduction to food safety, biological hazards, food safety hazards (chemical, physical, allergen), facilities, design and construction, equipment and utensils, control of hazards (from purchasing to service/distribution), cleaning and sanitation, pest control, employee & visitor illness, injury and hygiene, education and training, and program management (HACCP). National Food Safety Training Program is delivered face-to-face and online by appointment.
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UIT W I N G The Community Builders Do you like a challenge? Do you like to
encourage others? Do you want to create change? Do you have a mentor?
Are you ready to lead? The Community Builders mentorship team is looking for students at NWC who want to make a difference in their school and community while enhancing their leadership skills. Students will have opportunities to participate in various leadership opportunites and events throughout the year.
If you want to: • Influence Others • Inspire Others • Become a Leader in your Community & School • Create Change • Join a Team • Build your Confidence
This job is for you!
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COMPUTERS
Enhance Your Computer Skills ABCs of Computer Literacy Discover your computer’s capabilities and become familiar with the Windows environment and file management. Develop proficiency with the internet, email, and Microsoft Word through hands on practice. You will be introduced to the potential of Excel and Powerpoint. This is a beginner class. Battlefords Campus Date Oct 24 - Nov 21, 2017 Day/Time Tue 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Date Day/Time
Apr 11, 2018 - May 9, 2018 Wed 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Tuition Books
$135 +GST $20 +GST
Meadow Lake Campus Date Oct 12 - 26, 2017 Day/Time Tue/Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Date Day/Time
Mar 1 - 15, 2018 Tue/Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Tuition
$135 +GST
Excel Basics Learn how to create electronic spreadsheets and discover the basics of storing, organizing and manipulating data. This overview of Excel Level 1 includes the basics of using the toolbar, formatting, formulas and functions. Battlefords Date Oct 5 - 26, 2017 Day/Time Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Tuition $105 +GST Meadow Lake Campus Date Nov 8, 2017 Day/Time Wed 5:45pm – 9:45pm Date Day/Time Tuition
Online Classes Ed2Go offers hundreds of
classes online. Enjoy your training at your own computer, at a time convenient for you. Check out the selection of online programs at
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Excel Advanced Are you looking to make Excel do more work for you? Learn to work with multiple sheets, relative/absolute cell referencing, formulas with arithmetic and comparison operators and other advanced formatting to get more from your Excel program. Battlefords Date Day/Time Tuition
Campus Apr 12 - May 3, 2018 Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $105 +GST
Meadow Lake Campus Date Nov 22, 2017 Feb 28, 2018 Day/Time Wed 5:45pm – 9:45pm Tuition $52 + GST
One-on-One Computer Training Our qualified tutor will assist you with computer issues that may be keeping you from enjoying and using your computer to its potential. Are you having trouble creating reports or doing computer related tasks in your job? We may be able to help to arrange training! Battlefords Campus Meadow Lake Campus Date By Appointment Tuition $55/hour +GST
Feb 15, 2018 Thu 5:45pm – 9:45pm $52 + GST
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Learn the windows operating system, Word, email and the Internet! All this in a relaxed atmosphere with other new users. Battlefords Date Day/Times Tuition
Campus Sep 19 - Oct 12, 2017 Tue/Thu 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm $192 +GST
Word Basics
PowerPoint Use PowerPoint to take your next presentation from dull to dynamic! Quickly learn what you need to know to create, edit, and modify simple presentations. This course will introduce the basic commands, functions and capabilities of Microsoft PowerPoint. Meadow Lake Campus Date Nov 29, 2017 Mar 7, 2018 Day/Time Wed 6:30pm – 9:30pm Tuition $39 + GST
Word Advanced
Learn the basic skills to create electronic letters using Microsoft Word. This introduction to word processing provides an overview of the functions required to get you started with creating and formatting a document.
A look at the advanced features of Word including mail merges, labels, charts, tables and other tools useful for designing brochures and newsletters. Learn about Word, the web and integrating with other Microsoft components.
Meadow Lake Campus Date Nov 1, 2017 Feb 7, 2018 Day/Time Wed 5:45pm – 9:45pm Tuition $52 + GST
Meadow Lake Campus Date Nov 15, 2017 Feb 21, 2018 Day/Time Wed 5:45pm – 9:45pm Tuition $52 + GST
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COMPUTERS
Computers for New Users
GENERAL INTEREST
Do you want to learn something new? Conversational Spanish Are you planning a trip south this winter and would like to be able to communicate with the locals? Conversational Spanish will teach you some basic words and phrases for your next vacation! Meadow Lake Campus Date Oct 16 – 25, 2017 Day/Time Mon/Wed 7:00pm – 9:00pm Tuition $90 + GST
Intro to Spanish
Nutrition Coordinator This is a self study course that has been developed by the Public Health Nutritionists of Saskatchewan for people working primarily in school and daycare settings. It provides an understanding of basic nutrition, menu planning, budgeting, purchasing and food production. There are no prerequisites for this class. The Public Health Nutritionists of Saskatchewan Working Group are currently reviewing and updating the course. Future dates TBD
Be more confident when you travel by learning to speak Spanish. This class will introduce you to the language by focusing on pronunciation and grammar. Battlefords Date Day/Time Tuition Books
Campus Oct 4 - Nov 1, 2017 Wed 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm $105 +GST $25 +GST
Perennials for the Prairies Discover your green thumb! There are a large variety of old and new plants and shrubs that are hardy to our area. You don’t have to live in Florida to have a gorgeous yard. Battlefords Date Day/Time Tuition
Campus Apr 17, 2018 Tue 6:30pm – 9:30pm $39 +GST
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STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? Student advisers can guide you through everything from the application process and admission requirements to scholarships, student loans and course loads.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
We invest in our Students through Scholarships! CHOOSE NWC AWARDS (MERIT BASED - NO APPLICATION)
You are automatically considered for a “Choose NWC” Scholarship when you apply to the College by August 1st (based on admission average). “Choose NWC” Eligibility Full-time students entering a qualifying North West College institute credit or university program for the first time. Other terms and conditions may apply.
Min. $1000
Min. $500
Min. $200
Academic Avg. 90% or higher
Academic Avg. 80% to 89%
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“Choose NWC” SCHOLARSHIP
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“Choose Outstanding” SCHOLARSHIP
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“Choose Excellence” SCHOLARSHIP
Academic Avg. 79% or below
Subject to availability of funds
COMPETITIVE AWARDS (APPLICATION)
ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS (APPLICATION DUE OCT 1st )
In addition to academic standing, these awards generally require additional documentation.
Applications made available to students completing eligible programs at NWC. TTLE R IV BA
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Scholarship Donors
COMPLETION SCHOLARSHIPS
(APPLICATION DUE MARCH 15th)
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HEALTH CENTRE
Meadow Lake
ROTARY CLUB OF THE BATTLEFORDS
Aaron Lowe Fund NWC Adult Education Committee NWC Board of Governors Pat Bacon Memorial Bursary NWC Meadow Lake Scholarship Committee Rick Lewchuk
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*NWC reserves the right to make changes as deemed necessary, including cancellation of particular awards.
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North West College offers a wide range of courses to get your career started. We keep you up-to-date with safety training, educational upgrading and lifestyle skills.
Campus Locations Battlefords Campus 10702 Diefenbaker Drive North Battleford, SK S9A 4A8 306-937-5100
Meadow Lake Campus 720 - 5th Street W. Meadow Lake, SK S9X 1T9 306-234-5100
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