College Connection 2020-2021

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2020-21

COLLEGE

CONNECTION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 03 WELCOME TO NWC 04 BUSINESS 06 HEALTH CARE & COMMUNITY SERVICES 09 TRADES 12 DEGREES

13 UNIVERSITY 14 ADMISSIONS CHART 16 ADULT BASIC EDUCATION 20 SAFETY & INDUSTRY TRAINING

22 COMPUTERS 24 CUSTOMIZED TRAINING SOLUTIONS 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 with credentials that are recognized by employers across Canada.

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Unique campus settings where exceptional instructors and supportive staff help to make your educational experience a success.

We have a 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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Make NWC Your College of Choice To enhance your employment opportunities, voluntary job placements and work experiences are incorporated into Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. Job coaches support students through preparation and on-site support. NWC STUDENTS GET HIRED.

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 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. Students may seek individual support to address personal or academic barriers to success. Students may also contact student services for referrals to outside agencies or access to tutors.

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Resumé 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 306-937-5100 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/ current_students/residences.html for an application form.

For more information call the residence clerk at 306-234-5121.

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WELCOME TO NWC

Career Support

Your Success Matters!

BUSINESS

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: accounting, finance, management, computers, marketing, human resources and more.

Supporting Rural Entrepreneurship One project the Leoville Level 4 class completed was a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) project with a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship. Students designed the baby star blanket business case, created and also marketed the blankets. Partnering with a quilt shop in Spiritwood, the students’ blankets were then sold to customers.This integration of real work made the learning outcomes more relevant to the students.

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.

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MEGAN WRIGHT Hairstylist - Battlefords Campus

Megan had an amazing year as a hairstyling student, finding herself winning silver at the Provincial Skills Canada competition in April. Megan then accepted the challenge of preparing for a national competition, taking her first flight and attending the National Skills Canada competition in Halifax, Nova Scotia, without a coach on site. Megan rose to the occasion and won gold at nationals! A very proud moment for Megan, her family and the College.

Receiving the Presidents Achievement Scholarship, valued at $1500, was also a big accomplishment for Megan. Nominated by her instructor, Megan exemplified strong leadership skills, strength of character and a positive attitude, earning her this award.

Megan is now enjoying her career in a dynamic and creative industry, working at Phase 4 in North Battleford, applying the skills she gained in the Hairstylist Program.

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75%

of programs have workplace opportunites

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HEALTH CARE & COMMUNITY SERVICES

Make a Difference Continuing Care Assistant Battlefords Campus Meadow Lake Campus Canwood 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.

Community Mental Health Battlefords Campus (Part-time) Add tools to help you support clients and patients, as well as promote mental health.

This is a great professional development option for students to take on a part-time basis. The program provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to work effectively everyday with mental health and wellness issues. This can range through depression, addiction and trauma recovery.

The program focuses on awareness and prevention, supportive intervention, treatment strategies, and advocacy and collaboration with community partners.

Part-time programs are available by modules in: • Lloydminster • St. Walburg • North Battleford Please refer to the College website for information on dates and tuition.

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Communities including First Nations

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Battlefords Campus Psychiatric Nursing is a two-and-a-halfyear diploma program delivered through blended learning via classes, labs and practicums. Experienced faculty will help you link theory with practice to help clients with mental illness, psychiatric disorders and developmental and/or cognitive difficulties function at their maximum potential. You will build a strong foundation in psychiatric nursing practice, including health assessment and interventions; mental health challenges; counselling models and therapeutic relationships; family and community partnerships; psychotropic pharmacology; and addictions and forensics.

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Practical Nursing 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 within 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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HEALTH CARE & COMMUNITY SERVICES

Psychiatric Nursing

Early Childhood Education

HEALTH CARE & COMMUNITY SERVICES

Battlefords Campus - Level 1&2 Early Childhood Education gives you the knowledge and skills you need to work in a variety of child care settings. The program integrates current research on early childhood education into all of your courses.

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.

Contact the College for any questions you may have.

Youth Care Worker Certificate Battlefords Campus North West College is offering the one-year Youth Care Worker Certificate 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 Indigenous awareness, among other topics making you a valuable support staff for youth in your community.

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Saskatchewan Polytechnic program offerings

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Hands on Training Carpentry Meadow Lake Campus

TRADES

This certificate program will get you started in the largest trade in the construction industry.

You’ll need good problem-solving skills, a solid work ethic and the ability to work on your own or as part of a team. When you graduate, you’ll be qualified for jobs with construction companies, general contractors and subcontractors, or in the maintenance departments of school boards, health districts, mining operations and government departments.

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.

Forest to Fork Meadow Lake Campus The Forest to Fork Program introduces students to three different post-secondary choices including the Integrated Resource Management Diploma, Retail Meat Specialist Applied Certificate and the Professional Cooking Certificate. Students will learn a wide range of topics that will introduce them to the ideas of food security, beginning with plant species in Saskatchewan and their uses, processing wild meat properly and, finally, to getting it on the table with proper cooking techniques.

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Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician Meadow Lake Campus Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport 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. Get geared up for this program today.

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TRADES

Hairstylist Battlefords Campus Meadow Lake 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.

VALUES Battlefords Campus Salon Salon Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-4pm Open: January 14th - June 4th, 2020

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• Excellence • Integrity

• Invested • Innovation

Over $97,000 awarded in scholarships www.northwestcollege.ca

Plumbing & Pipefitting Meadow Lake Campus

Professional Cooking Meadow Lake Campus Do you love to cook? North West College’s Professional Cooking is a one-year certificate program that offers the hands-on 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.

Try-A-Trade

Interactive Career Fair

Welding Battlefords Campus 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 processes, 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.

Visit www.northwestcollege.ca for upcoming dates and information.

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TRADES

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 started on a career path in no time. Take the plunge into this great trade.

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) Meadow Lake Campus

DEGREES

In partnership with the University of Saskatchewan, North West College offers a full, four-year Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree program.

For more information, please contact North West College Meadow Lake Campus at 306-234-5100 or go to the college website at www.northwestcollege.ca

Supporting Your Road to Success 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 is 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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University courses offered

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Edwards School of Business – Direct Entry Battlefords Campus Start your Bachelor of Commerce with North West College. Complete your first year of programming here, with degree completion at the University of Saskatchewan main campus. Take advantage of all the support, scholarships and small class sizes this program provides.

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.

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Get off to a fantastic start by taking your first year of almost any university program right here at the College.

North West College offers many university courses through face-to-face or distance learning; either televised or online. Contact Student Services for more information.

All you need to do is go to the university’s website and fill out the application form.

https://urconnected.uregina.ca

http://admissions.usask.ca

Once you are accepted, we will work with you to develop your program plan.

Please contact the Battlefords Campus at 306-937-5100 or the Meadow Lake Campus at 306-234-5100.

Continue your degree with

Low student to teacher ratio

12 to 1

in 1st year face-to-face courses www.northwestcollege.ca

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UNIVERSITY

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.

ADMISSIONS CHART

PROGRAM

FT/PT LENGTH LOCATION

DATES

Business

Full Time

32 wks

Battlefords

Sept 1, 2020 - Apr 30, 2021

Carpentry

Full Time

18 wks

Meadow Lake

Aug 31, 2020 - Jan 15, 2021

Community Mental Health

Part Time

35 wks

Battlefords

Aug 25, 2020 - Jun 25, 2021

Continuing Care Assistant

Full Time

32 wks

Battlefords

Sept 1, 2020 - Jun 12, 2021

Continuing Care Assistant

Full Time

32 wks

Meadow Lake

Aug 31, 2020 - May 7, 2021

Continuing Care Assistant

Part Time

34 wks

Lloydminster

Sept 3, 2020 - Jun 24, 2021

Continuing Care Assistant

Full Time

32 wks

Canwood

Sept 14, 2020 - May 21, 2021

Continuing Care Assistant

Part Time

34 wks

St. Walburg

Sept 4, 2020 - June 14, 2021

Early Childhood Education

Full Time

38 wks

Battlefords

Sept 9, 2020 - Jun 11, 2021

Electrician

Full Time

17 wks

Meadow Lake

Jan 11, 2021 - May 21, 2021

Forest to Fork

Full Time

20 wks

Meadow Lake

Aug 24, 2020 - Jan 22, 2021

Hairstylist

Full Time

45 wks

Battlefords

Aug 4, 2020 - Jun 25, 2021

Hairstylist

Full Time

45 wks

Meadow Lake

Feb 3, 2020 - Jan 30, 2021

Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician

Full Time

35 wks

Meadow Lake

Aug 31, 2020 - May 21, 2021

Office Administration

Full Time

36 wks

Battlefords

Sept 1, 2020 - Apr 30, 2021

Office Administration

Full Time

36 wks

Meadow Lake

Aug 3, 2020 - May 28, 2021

Plumbing & Pipefitting

Full Time

17 wks

Meadow Lake

Sept 14, 2020 - Jan 29, 2021

Practical Nursing

Full Time

76 wks

Battlefords

Mar 1, 2021 - Feb 9, 2023

Professional Cooking

Full Time

35 wks

Meadow Lake

Aug 31, 2020 - May 21, 2021

Psychiatric Nursing

Full Time

86 wks

Battlefords

Sept 1, 2020 - Dec 16, 2022

FT/PT

varies

Battlefords/ Meadow Lake

varies

Welding

Full Time

34 wks

Battlefords

Sept 1, 2020 - May 28, 2021

Welding

Full Time

34 wks

Meadow Lake

Aug 31, 2020 - May 21, 2021

Youth Care Worker

Full Time

35 wks

Battlefords

Sept 3, 2020 - May 21, 2021

University

PROGRAMS BY LOCATION Battlefords Campus

Adult Education, Business, Community Mental Health, Continuing Care Assistant, Early Childhood Education, Hairstylist, Office Administration, Practical Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Welding, Youth Care Worker

Meadow Lake Campus

Adult Education, Carpentry, Continuing Care Assistant, Electrician, Forest to Fork, Hairstylist, Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician, Office Administration, Plumbing & Pipefitting, Professional Cooking, Welding

Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation Beardy’s & Okemasis First Nation Big River First Nation Canwood Cut Knife Debden Duck Lake Leoville Little Pine First Nation

Adult Education Adult Education Adult Education Adult Education, Continuing Care Assistant Adult Education Adult Education Adult Education Adult Education Adult Education

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Lloydminster Mosquito First Nation Moosomin Pelican Lake First Nation St. Walburg Saulteaux First Nation Sturgeon Lake First Nation Sweetgrass First Nation Thunderchild First Nation

Continuing Care Assistant PT Adult Education Adult Education Adult Education Continuing Care Assistant PT Adult Education Adult Education Adult Education Adult Education

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

TUITION BOOKS FEES CREDENTIAL PAGE

EARNING POTENTIAL

$4,170

$1,815

$50

Certificate

4

Gr. 10

$2,643

$700

$50

Certificate

9

Must currently hold a certificate, diploma or degree

$4,196

$1,325

$50

Certificate

6

Gr. 12 for FT** (No admision req. for PT)

$4,640

$1,325

$50

Certificate

6

Gr. 12

$4,640

$1,325

$50

Certificate

6

No admision requirements for PT

per module

per module

$50

Certificate

6

Gr. 12

$4,640

$1,325

$50

Certificate

6

No admision requirements for PT

per module

per module

$50

Certificate

6

$31,990 $75,500 $35,360 $74,880 $33,280 $71,320 $33,990 $49,920 $33,990 $49,920 $33,990 $49,920 $33,990 $49,920 $33,990 $49,920

Gr. 12 with English Language Arts A30 & B30

$5,189

$1,300

$50

Certificate

8

$23,000 $56,240

Grade 11 with Math 20, Foundations of Math 20 or Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20 or Pre-Calculus 20

$2,922

$1,000

$50

Applied Certificate

9

$37,440 $99,840

Gr. 10

$4,200

$1,000

$300

Certificate

9

varies

Gr. 11

$8,429

$2,500

$350

Certificate

10

Gr. 11

$8,260

$2,500

$350

Certificate

10

$23,000 $53,300 $23,000 $53,300

Grade 11 with Math 20, Foundations of Math 20 or Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20 or Pre-Calculus 20

$5,842

$1,200

$300

Applied Certificate

9

$41,600 $93,600

Gr. 12

$4,168

$1,750

$75

Certificate

4

$5,541

$1,750

$75

Certificate

4 11

$31,200 $75,000 $31,200 $75,000 $35,360 $83,200

Gr. 12

$2,835

$1,700

$350

Applied Certificate

Grade 12 with a minimum overall average of 65% in the following five subjects: English Language Arts A30, English Language Arts B30, a Math 30, one of Biology 30, Chemistry 30 or Physics 30 and one of Social Studies 30, History 30 or Native Studies 30.

$12,518

TBD

$50

Diploma

7

$58,240 $75,920

Grade 12 English Language Requirement

$6,186

$1,0000

$50

Certificate

11

$29,120 $59,280

Grade 12 with a minimum overall average of 70% in English Language Arts A30, English Language Arts B30, a Math 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30

Year 1 $4,000

TBD

$50

Diploma

7

$66,560 $99,840

U of Regina or U of Saskatchewan admission requirements.

Visit uregina.ca or usask.ca

varies

varies

varies

University Credit

13

varies $37,440 $88,110 $37,440 $88,110 $23,280 $71,320

Gr. 11 or GED

ÂŽ

Gr. 10

$5,928

$800

$50

Certificate

11

Gr. 10

$5,928

$800

$50

Certificate

11

Gr. 12

$5,191

$1,100

$50

Certificate

8

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS Adult Basic Education

FT/PT

LOCATION

FT/PT

Battlefords Campus, Meadow Lake Campus, rural. On-reserve locations please contact Adult Basic Education coordinator at 306-937-5142 (south) or 306-234-5116 (north) 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

Safety & Industry

PT

Battlefords Campus, Meadow Lake Campus

GEDÂŽ

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

* Program length varies based on location ** Fees do not include $35 application fee *** Please refer to the website for additional admission requirements.

Tuition and fees subject to change

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ADMISSIONS CHART

Gr. 12

Stepping Stones to Success

ADULT BASIC EDUCATION

Many adults who did not complete a high school program 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 their learning evaluated and recognized and used for work or post secondary studies. Although the GED test represents less of a time commitment than a high school diploma, it’s not academically easier. The test is graded on an equivalency scale compared to current high school students. Prepare for and write the GED with the help of one or more of the following supports:

GED® College Supports Assessment: Assess your readiness to write the GED and find out if the GED diploma is the right path to meet your goals by taking part in the regularly scheduled Adult Basic Education intake testing process (see website for upcoming dates). No charge.

Materials The GED® study guide, available at the College bookstore, is a valuable tool for students preparing for GED® testing. The guide provides extensive review in all 5 test areas as well as answers with full explanations. Cost: $25

GED® Math Tutoring

GED® Exams

Are your math skills rusty? A math tutor is available to assist with independent preparation for the mathematics test.

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 Dates: Feb 2020 - May 2020 Day/Time Mon/Wed 6:30-9:30 pm Tuition $100 Dates: Day/Time Tuition

Sep 2020 - Jan 2021 Mon/Wed 6:30-9:30 pm $100

Essay Writing Workshops 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. (see website for upcoming dates).

No charge.

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

196 GED

exam modules last year ®

Apply Now!

Check out page 27 to learn how.

Contact us for intake & assessment dates.

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Tuition and fees subject to change

www.northwestcollege.ca

Level 1 - Literacy

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 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) 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.

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 Apply early to secure your seat.

Contact campus for additional dates and locations.

PROGRAM

DATE

Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation

Level 2

Sept, 2020

Beardy’s and Okemasis First Nation

Level 2

Sept, 2020 & Jan, 2021

Big River First Nation

Level 2

Jan, 2021

Cut Knife

Level 3/Level 4

Sept, 2020

Debden

Level 3/Level 4

Sept, 2020

Duck Lake

Level 3/Level 4

Sept, 2020

Leoville

Level 3

Sept, 2020

Little Pine First Nation

Level 2

Jan, 2021

Meadow Lake

Level 2 - Post Secondary Prep Trades

Aug, 2020

Meadow Lake

Level 2/Level 3/Level 4

Sept, 2020

Moosomin First Nation

Level 2

Sept, 2020

Mosquito First Nation

Level 2/Level 3

Sept, 2020

North Battleford

Level 1/Level 2/Level 3/Level 4

Sept, 2020

Pelican Lake First Nation

Level 2

Sept, 2020

Saulteaux First Nation

Level 2

Sept, 2020

Sturgeon Lake First Nation

Level 2

Jan, 2021

Sweetgrass First Nation

Level 2

Jan, 2021

Thunderchild

Level 2/Level 3

Sept, 2020

Tuition and fees subject to change

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ADULT BASIC EDUCATION

Level 4 - Adult 12

Level 2 - Pathways

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.

English Language Training

ADULT BASIC EDUCATION

If English is not your first language, this opportunity is for you.

Improve your English speaking, listening, reading, and writing while learning more about Canada and other topics useful for a more successful life in Canada Classes are part-time, mornings or evenings, and are for beginner to advanced speakers. Permanent residents, temporary workers, and Canadian Citizens (8 years or less) are eligible to attend.

• • • • •

North Battleford Rosthern Spiritwood (Conversation Circle) Meadow Lake (Conversation Circle) On-line

There are no fees. Applications are available online or at the Meadow Lake or Battlefords campus. Placement testing will be arranged to determine the best placement for you.

For further information, contact the EAL Coordinator at 306 937-5124

Conversation Circle A Conversation Circle is an excellent opportunity to practice English-speaking and listening skills, meet new friends and learn about culture and customs. This free program is offered in many communities and provides participants a chance to learn in a welcoming environment. The Conversation Circle is open to adult Permanent Residents, Temporary Workers and new Citizens.

Contact the EAL Coordinator to start a Conversation Circle in your community: shelley.platten@northwestcollege.ca

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Did you know to become a Canadian Citizen you need a Canadian Language Benchmark of CLB 4 in speaking and listening

Road to IELTS Complimentary access to Road to IELTS preparation program The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a test developed by the world’s leading experts in language assessment on four key English language skills: listening, reading, writing and speaking.

It is designed to assess the language ability of people who aim to study and work in, immigrate to and integrate into an Englishspeaking environment.

Contact Shelley at shelley.platten@ northwestcollege.ca for your FREE access code.

Writing Workshop A writing workshop provides students an opportunity to improve their writing skills through feedback and practice. Continued tutoring is available to those who attend the writing workshop. (see website for upcoming dates). No charge.

Tuition and fees subject to change

www.northwestcollege.ca

Welcome to “Snack City” A business run by Adult Basic Education students!

“It was our hope giving them responsibilities everyday that aren’t just academic makes it more like the real world.”

- Instructor Lesley Weiman

Hours: 8:45am - 9:00am

10:15am - 10:30am

2:00pm - 2:15pm Get firsthand experience of what it is like to run a business: • Budgeting • Management • Timetabling

www.northwestcollege.ca

• Customer Service • Business Plan Preparation • Basic Accounting

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ADULT BASIC EDUCATION

From Classroom to Career!

SAFETY & INDUSTRY TRAINING

Safety Tickets and Training Most safety ticket classes offered monthly at both Meadow Lake and Battlefords Campus.

Check website for dates and details.

• Common Safety Orientation (Energy Safety Canada) ESC • Confined Space (ESC) • Elevated Work Platform • Fall Protection (ESC) • Fire Extinguisher Training Level 1 • First Aid/CPR “C” AED/ CPR Recertification • Global Ground Disturbance

905

• H2S Alive (ESC) • Hours of Service/Fatigue Management • Managing Food Safety • Oilfield Driver Awareness (ODA) • Skid Steer Operator • Telehandler Operator Training • Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) • WHMIS

Safety tickets in 2018-19 If you require training in a course not listed, please contact the College.

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Tuition and fees subject to change

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N CR O

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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 opportunities 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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Enhance Your Computer Skills

COMPUTERS

Computers for the New User This course is for learners who are completely new to computer use. Students will learn about computer parts, kinds for computers, basic functions, storage devices, where and how to create and store files and folders and how to access the internet.

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.

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

www.ed2go.com/nwrc

Managing Data with Spreadsheets, Databases and More This course is designed to give learners a more advanced proficiency in Spreadsheets (with focus on Microsoft Excel), and an introduction to Database programming (Microsoft Access). Using tables and exporting data in Word and other software programs are explored, as well as other free and easily available online templates.

For More Information, Current Dates and Times Visit

www.northwestcollege.ca

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 arrange training!

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Beyond Typing with Word, Publisher and More This course is designed to give learners a more advanced proficiency in Word processing (with focus on Microsoft Word) and an introduction to a Desktop Publishing layout program (Microsoft Publisher). Other software programs will be explored as well as other free and easily available online templates.

Tuition and fees subject to change

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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.

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.

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.

Word Basics 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.

Word Advanced 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.

Tuition and fees subject to change

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COMPUTERS

Excel Advanced

PowerPoint

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING SOLUTIONS WHERE YOU WANT

WHEN YOU WANT

SERVICES We will work with you to find programming to meet your needs:

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Adult Basic Education Computer Training Credit & Non-credit Courses General Interest Courses Language Training Professional Development Safety Training Workplace Readiness

We offer our clients the ability to customize how their employees receive training. We work with employers and communities to design training solutions that suit their unique needs, considering audience, locations, culture and training budget.

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HOW YOU WANT

Our Business Development Team Miles Nachbaur - Meadow Lake miles.nachbaur@northwestcollege.ca | 306-234-5109 Caitlyn Clements - Meadow Lake caitlyn.clements@northwestcollege.ca | 306-234-5118 Marney Robinson - North Battleford marney.robinson@northwestcollege.ca | 306-937-5144

Ask us about the CanadaSaskatchewan Job Grant!

Tuition and fees subject to change

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STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? Student Advisors can guide you through everything from the application process and admission requirements to scholarships, student loans and course loads.

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We invest in our Students through Scholarships!

CHOOSE NWC AWARDS Full-time students entering a qualifying North West College institute credit or university program. Other terms and conditions may apply.

You are automatically considered for a “Choose NWC” Scholarship when you apply to the College by August 1st (amount based on admission average).

“Choose NWC” SCHOLARSHIP

Min. $1000

Min. $500

Min. $200

Academic Avg. 90% or higher

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“Choose Outstanding” SCHOLARSHIP

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“Choose Excellence” SCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIPS

(MERIT BASED - NO APPLICATION)

Academic Avg. 80% to 89%

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 ER

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

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*NWC reserves the right to make changes as deemed necessary, including cancellation of particular awards.

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Become a North West College Student FOLLOW THE STEPS

1

www.northwestcollege.ca BE SURE of the program REQUIREMENTS and DEADLINES - these may vary.

3

APPLY either IN PERSON or

BY MAIL and PAY FEES.

SEND the PROPER DOCUMENTS. We need to see your marks.

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2

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RECEIVE LETTER FROM NWC!

Contact either Battlefords Campus at 306-937-5100 or Meadow Lake Campus at 306-234-5100 for assistance and support. www.northwestcollege.ca

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APPLY NOW

VISIT our WEBSITE to check out our programs at

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

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Meadow Lake Campus 720 - 5th Street W. Meadow Lake, SK S9X 1T9 306-234-5100

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Visit www.northwestcollege.ca and check out the most recent updated program information