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This report presents the results of the second annual Six Nations Polytechnic post-secondary division Learner Satisfaction Survey. The survey aimed to collect feedback from learners on their overall satisfaction with their experience at Six Nations Polytechnic in areas such as: academic programming, student supports, access to
The 2024 study found:
resources, facilities, faculty, and sta . The survey was administered through Microsoft Forms and was conducted between February 7th and February 22nd, 2024. All students were invited to participate by designated sta who introduced, explained and administered the survey during class time.
• Great satisfaction with the quality of services at Six Nations Polytechnic.
• Student A airs Accessibility Navigator extremely helpful.
The questionnaire consisted of Likert scale rating questions that were designed to capture the opinions and feedback of students about various aspects of their post-secondary experience.
• High levels of well-being and student’s felt a sense of belonging.
• Overall, students indicate their program gave them knowledge and skills for their future career.
47% Are First Generation Students
Based on your overall experience, how likely are you to recommend SNP to a friend or family member.
1. INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVE
At SNP, we k now that what really sets us apart are our roots in Hodinohsó:ni knowledge, culture, language and tradition. T ’nigohi:yo/Kanikoriio (a good mind), are at the foundation of our organization; these include: fairness, sharing, honest indness, con dentiality, consistency, integrit y, responsibilit esponsiveness, cooperation, openness, and trustwor thiness. All faculty, students and sta are expected to uphold these values.
Based on overall experience, the quality of my teaching and learning experiences is high.
3. STUDENT LIFE
SNP creates a learning community through fun and informative on-campus activities such as student lunches, barbeques, seasonal events, giveaways and cultural workshops . Through our student success team, we ensure learners have a voice and ensure that every success big or small is celebrated.
Based on overall experience, I was satis ed or very satis ed with the quality of services at Six Nations Polytechnic.
My education was grounded in the values of respect and the good mind.
2. OPEN AND INCLUSIVE
As an Indigenous Institute, Six Nations Polytechnic is open to all who wish study with us. We believe education is for everyone. ur diversity is what makes us stronger and helps us understand di erent cultures. In our classrooms, students learn valuable academic skills, while gaining a more comprehensive understanding of Indigenous worldviews.
4.
LOCATION
Based on overall experience, my program is giving me the knowledge and skills that will be useful in my future career.
We have two campuses located in Six Nations and Brantford which are conveniently located within the Golden Horseshoe region access to Toronto, London, Hamilton and Niagara Falls.
I feel a sense of belonging or connection to others in my program.
5. PARTNERSHIPS
Six Nations Polytechnic Learning Outcomes
SNP partners with Ontario colleges and universities to ensure that students have access to the best instructors, resources, tools, and teaching methods available. Partnerships have been and will continue to be a large part of our success and we are delighted to have Mohawk College and Niagara College as partners for college programs, as well as, Brock University, McMaster University, Wilfrid Laurier University, Western University, University of Guelph and University of Waterloo as our university partners.
6. PROGRAM SELECTION
The Six Nations Polytechnic Learning Outcomes (SNPLOs) are a manifesto of our commitment to quality education. Rooted in the values of Hodinohsó:ni/Rotinonhshonni language and culture, respect for Ga’nigohí:yo:/Ka’nikonhrí:io (the Good Mind), and cross-cultural understanding, SNPLOs serve as a guiding framework for academic and personal development. The purpose is not just academic achievement, but the wholistic growth of individuals and relationships, within our cultural contexts, fostering a sense of identity, belonging, and community.
You want a quality learning experience that leads to employment. Our program range is broad; from health, to social work, to trades, Indigenous studies, Cayuga and Mohawk languages, and more; there are education opportunities for everyone at SNP.
7. SMALL CLASS SIZES
• Relate Indigenous, speci cally Hodinohsó:ni/Rotinonhshonni, knowledges, philosophies, and methodologies.
Implement Indigenous knowledges, philosophies, and methodologies as the foundation of academic work related to each career eld.
On average, class sizes at SNP rarely exceed more than 30 people in one cohor t, meaning easier access to instructors for questions, and a friendly, more familial learning experience with fellow classmates.
Recognize and re ect critically on the historical context and ongoing impact of colonization and assimilation on Indigenous peoples and knowledge systems.
Engage in respectful dialogue that values and centers Indigenous wisdom, contributing to a more inclusive understanding within the related program discipline.
• Build and maintain meaningful and reciprocal cultural connections.
Demonstrate Hodinohsó:ni/ Rotinonhshonni culture, traditions, and values.
Collaborate and participate with local Indigenous communities, knowledge keepers, and resources.
Respect and value the diversity of Indigenous perspectives, experiences, and protocols.
• Foster resilience through empowerment of Ga’nigohi:yo:/Ka’nikonhri:io (the Good Mind).
Cultivate self-con dence through teaching the right to self-determination, overcoming challenges, and pursuing goals
Address systemic and sociocultural barriers by using personal and collective strengths.
Embrace self-care, a positive growth-mindset, and belief in the ability to succeed.
• Set ethical and sustainable goals that support community.
Set meaningful goals for academics, personal development, and career aspirations with an ethical and sustainable focus
Develop and execute implementation strategies that promote community and environmental well-being.
Foster diversity, inclusion, and language revitalization while prioritizing well-being in spaces that actively support conciliation e orts.
• Cultivate wholistic well-being within the interconnected web of existence.
Develop practices that nurture physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Actively explore and embrace Indigenous healing and wellness, both traditional and contemporary, fostering respect, inclusivity, and appreciation for diverse approaches.
Emphasize the importance of interconnectivity with an emphasis on self-care.
8. ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY FACILITIES
10. FREE PARKING
• Engage in experiential land-based learning.
Our Brantford Campus is one of the most energy-e cient campuses in Ontario, with a solar rooftop, energy- e cient lighting throughout and more. Both campuses strive to be environmentally responsible, sticking very closely to our Hodinohsó:ni’ roots as caretakers of Mother Earth.
Actively participate in meaningful, hands-on experiences connecting with the land and environment.
Many of our students are local and commute, so we provide free park ing at both of our campuses. A shuttle service between campuses is also available for even more convenience!
Explore Indigenous relationship with all of creation guided by the Ganohonyohk or Hodinohsó:ni/ Rotinonhshonni Thanksgiving Address.
Champion collective responsibility to protect and care for the environment through active engagement, preservation, and stewardship.
9. CLOSE TO HOME
• Cultivate safe and brave spaces for language and culture revitalization.
Many of our students come us from within a 40-kilometre radius because they know that with SNP you don’t have to go far, to go far. Students often work full time while attending classes or have families and need a school nearby where they can obtain a quality education.
Explore the impacts of colonization, oppression, and assimilation on Indigenous peoples.
Foster mindfulness, empathy, and respect for diverse perspectives.
Advocate for diversity and inclusion, advancing conciliation and cultural preservation to prioritize the well-being of Indigenous communities.
Student Life At
Life at Six Nations Polytechnic isn’t all about studying. We realize you need a safe place to live and a social life too. Here you will nd various suggestions for entertainment, culture, shopping, recreation, housing and more!
Living in Six Nations
Six Nations Polytechnic is located in the heart of Southern Ontario, situated on the picturesque Grand River.
RECREATION
ood and Fun: Whether you’re looking to bite into a world-famous hamburger, hang out with friends at the local pizza joint, or curl up with a co ee at a cozy home-style café, Six Nations has it all. A wide variet y of local options gives residents and students all the choices they need.
Recommendations: Erlinds Restaurant, Burger Barn, Village Café & Village Pizza.
Sports: Six Nations is the self-pro- claimed lacrosse capital of the world. In fact, thousands of years ago the Hodinohsó:ni’ invented the game that turned into modern lacrosse. Lacrosse is sometimes referred to as “The Creator’s Game” and is of important cultural signi cance in the community. Today, lacrosse games can be seen year-round in Six Nations. Also, because it is centred on the Grand River, the Six Nations community is able to enjoy recreational water activities such as canoeing, shing, paddle boarding, water skiing and more. The river also serves as a beautiful scenic backdrop and attracts hundreds of visitors every year. Local lacrosse games can be viewed at the Six Nations Sports Cultural and Memorial Arena and the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena.
Parks and Trails: The Six Nations community is home to the largest single block of Carolinian forest in Canada, visible even from satellite images taken from outer space. With two beautiful parks and walking trails, there’s no better place to witness the leaves change to yellow and red in the fall, watch the snow fall gracefully in winter – or better yet – have a picnic in the shade under a magni cent maple tree in the summer. Veteran’s Park and Chiefswood Park are a constant source of activity, with di erent events happening year-round. Chiefswood Park is a local resource full of knowledge. They o er cultural programming including tours through the territory, identi cation walks, on the water canoe / kayak excursions and so much more.
Living in Brantford
The city of Brantford is located in Southern Ontario, with direct access to Hwy. 403 and within close proximity to other major highways, rail lines and three major Canadian ports of entry (Windsor, Toronto and Niagara Falls). Known as the telephone city, Brantford is a vibrant community with a population of about 100,000 residents, making it the ideal location to live, work, play and visit.
SHOPPING
Brantford has a great balance of local artisan and specialty boutiques, big box stores and a large mall. Lynden Park Mall, o ering over 95 top -name national retailers, provides everything you need in one convenient location. The Brantford Farmers Market has 49 indoor stalls open for business all year, with additional seasonal outdoor stalls.
RECREATION
Food and fun: From great breakfasts to quick lunches and signature dinner dishes, Brantford’s numerous casual dining establishments will satisfy all of your cravings. By heading into Brantford’s downtown locale, you can travel the wor ld of cuisine with delicious sushi, Mexican, Chinese, or traditional Canadian classics.
Sports: Swim, golf, play, sk ate, run, or simply relax. From sports to day camps and four-season recreational programming, Brantford o ers the recreation and leisure you are looking for.
Parks and Trails: Brantford prides itself on the quality parks and trails it provides for community enjoyment. Some parks provide a peaceful, relaxing setting, while others o er the opportunity for sports, recreation and exercise. The city o ers nearly 70 kilometres of nature trails that are per fect for running, cycling or hiking. With constant upgrades and additions, there’s always something new to explore.
HOUSING
Find a home away from home. Six Nations Polytechnic has partnered with Places 4 Students to o er housing in Brantford. Information on landlords can be found at www.places4students.com.
UNIVERSIT Y PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages
Credential: Bachelor of Arts
Program Length: Three Years (90 units)
Start date: September 2025
Delivery mode: Evenings (runs every other year)
Program Summary:
The Bachelor of Ar ts in Ogwehoweh Languages (BAOL) is a fully accredited (general three year) undergraduate degree focussing on Mohawk or Cayuga language and is organized into four streams: language, grammar, lifelong learning, and community engagement.
Students will enter level one, which includes courses such as Language and Grammar in Mohawk or Cayuga, Hodinohsó:ni’ Histor y, and Culture & Tradition. After successful completion of the rst year, you will select the Honours Bachelor of Ar ts in Ogwehoweh Languages degree program or the Bachelor of Ar ts in Ogwehoweh Languages.
Career Opportunities:
• Language Instruc tor
• Education Resource Developer
• Community Developer
• Principal
• Researcher
• Translator
• Librarian
• Policy analyst
• Education assistant
• Language Consultant
• Curriculum Developer
• Educator
• Language revitalization strategist
Admission Requirements:
• Admission is on the basis of OSSD transcript or equivalent.
• A 65% admission average is required on applicant’s best six Grade 12 University or Mixed (i.e. 12U or 12M courses.
• Students in good standing will also be considered for admission from a college, university or CEGEP program.
• Applicants who do not meet requirements as stated above may also be considered on an individual basis for admission as a Mature Student to access limited enrollment.
Tuition/Fees: $ 7584.00*
*Based on 2023/2024 fee structure. Subject to change Six Nations Polytechnic o ers two degree programs in Ogwehoweh Languages. We have a Bachelor of Arts degree, a three-year program, and an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree, a four-year program.
Level 1 Program of Study.
24 units of the following:
OLG 1CM3 Communication 1: Argumentation, Oration, & Diplomacy
OLC/M 1OT3 Reading Ogwehoweh Tests
OLG 1CC3 Community 1
OLC/M 1LL3 Lifelong Learning 1
OLC/M 1GA3 Grammar 1A
OLC/M 1LA3 Language 1A
OLC/M 1GB3 Grammar 1B
OLC/M 1LB3 Language 1B
6 units of the following:
OLC/M 1CT3 Culture & Tradition 1
OLG 1HH3 Hodinohsó:ni History 1: Cosmology
To complete the graduation requirements, 60 units of above level 1 courses are required. An example of these courses include Language and Grammar levels 2 through 3, Culture and Tradition, Indigenous Research Methods, Hodinohsó:ni Astronomy and many others.
UNIVERSIT Y PROGRAMS
Honours Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages Degree
Credential: Honours Bachelor of Arts
Program Length: Four years (120 units)
Start Date: September 2026
Deliver y Mode: Evenings
Program Summary:
The Honours Bachelor of Ar ts in Ogwehoweh Languages (HBAOL) is a fully accredited (general three year) undergraduate degree focusing on Mohawk or Cayuga language and is organized into four streams: language, grammar, lifelong learning, and community engagement.
Students will enter level one, which includes courses such as Language, Grammar, Hodinohso:ni’ Histor y, and Culture & Tradition. After successful completion of the rst year, you will select the Honours Bachelor of Ar ts in Ogwehoweh Languages degree program or the Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages. Throughout the Honours program, you can expect to have an immersive experience, taking courses like Master Apprentice, Language Practice, Indigenous Research Methods, and Language and Grammar 4.
Bachelor of Ar ts in Ogwehoweh Languages Degree Alumni!
Complete 30 units of additional credit and you can graduate with your Honours Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages**
Tuition/Fees: $ 7584.00 per year*
*Based on 2023/2024 fee structure. Subject to change **Pending Admissibility
The next opportunity for Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages alumni to enroll will be September 2026. Regardless of your year graduated from Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages, you are eligble to take the Honours Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages.
UNIVERSIT Y PROGRAMS
University Consortium Year One Program
Program Partners:
Credential: Year 1 University Transfer Program Length: 1 Year (remaining years to be completed at partner institution) Campus: Six Nations Campus
Program Summary:
University Consortium Year One (UP) is a year-long, community-based university program, facilitated with a consortium of six universities, that provides students the opportunity to complete the rst year of a Bachelor of Ar ts degree within the Six Nations community. The program allows students to complete up to ten courses (30 units), on a full- or part-time basis, that are eligible to be transferred to an undergraduate degree program at the partner universities if grade requirements are met. Students who successfully complete the requirements of the Six Nations Polytechnic University Consortium Year 1 Program with a 60% are eligible for admission to second year of a range of B.A. programs at one of our partners or continue into SNP's Bachelor of Ar ts in Ogwehoweh Languages program.
Start Date: September 2025
Delivery mode: Daytime & Evenings
Admission Requirements:
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
Tuition/Fees: $ 7584.00 per year*
*Based on 2024/2025 fee structure. Subject to change.
CURRICULUM
Sample course selection and classes are subject to change.
Term 1 Courses:
ENGL109 Intro to Academic Writing
INDIGST1A03 Intro to Indigenous Studies
HS1001B Personal Determinants of Health
OLG1CC3 Community 1
SK111 Introduction to Social Welfare
OLC/OLM 1LA3 Language 1A – Cayuga/Mohawk (Six Nations Polytechnic)
OLC/OLM 1GA3 Grammar 1A – Cayuga/Mohawk (Six Nations Polytechnic)
Term 2 Courses:
INDGST1AA3 Introduction to Contemporary Indigenous Studies
SOCIOL1Z03 Introduction to Sociology
HS1002B Social Determinants of Health
SK121 Introduction to Social Work: Values, Ethics and Practice
SOCIOL1C03 Canadian Society: Social Problems, Social and the Law
OLC/OLM 1LB3 Language 1B – Cayuga/Mohawk (Six Nations Polytechnic)
OLC/OLM 1GB3 Grammar 1B – Cayuga/Mohawk (Six Nations Polytechnic)
COLLEGE PROGRAM 215
Social Ser vice Worker
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
Length: Two Years
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: September 2025
Program Summary:
Explore Indigenous and Canadian theories, models, and interventions used in social service work. Learn the value of self-re ection and self-awareness to increase your ability to help others. Develop core values of helping others such as the uniqueness and dignity of all people, access to services, right to equality and justice. Acquire helping skills such as creating culturally safe environments, inter viewing skills, assessments, working e ectively with groups, and supporting communities and apply this knowledge in the eld with 600 hours of placement.
Career Opportunities:
• Become a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)
• Work ing in community agencies
• Recover y homes
• Residential and community mental health services
• Addiction services
• Youth, seniors and women’s shelters
• Ontario Works and Ontario Government
Admission Requirements:
OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent (70% guideline).
• Attendance at program orientation is strongly recommended.
• Signi cant volunteer experience is recommended.
• Applicants should note that some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards must be met as a condition of employment.
1st Year Fees Total $4496.20*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
Note: This is a competitive program. Program of Study
Semester 1
COMMSO226 Interviewing Skills
Waitlist for SNP campus is integrated with the Fennell campus waitlist. Options are available for mature applicants
HIST10015 The History & Ethics of Social Work
HMNS10100 Intro to Social Service Worker
HMNS10101 Community Awareness and Field Placement Preparation
HMNSSO127 Introduction to Group Dynamics
SSCI10047 Sociology for Social Service Workers
COMM11000 Essential Communication Skills
Semester 2
COMM10260 Case Management and Documentation
CREDSO123 Professional Development
HMNS10155 SSW Interviewing Skills II
HMNS10166 Equity & Inclusion in SSW Prac tice
OPELXXXXX General Education Elective 1
PSYCSS156 Introduction to Psychology
WORK10120 Integrative Seminar 1
WORK10121 Field Placement 1
Semester 3
HMNS10097 SSW Methods of Inter vention
HMNS10098 Advocac y for SSW
HMNS10099 Work ing with Children & Adolescents
OPELXXXXZ General Education Elective 2
PSYC10035 Psychology of Mental Health
WORK10122 Integrative Seminar 2
WORK10123 Field Placement 2
Semester 4
HMNS10095 SSW Community Change
HMNS10096 Issues Related to Family
HMNS10156 Crisis Inter vention for Social Service Worker
INDS10029 Decolonizing Social Service Worker Prac tices
LAWS10112 Social Policy & Law
WORK10124 Integrative Seminar 3
WORK10125 Field Placement 3
*Courses are subject to change.
COLLEGE PROGRAM 110
Personal Suppor t Worker
Credential: Ontario College Cer ti cate
Length: One year or less
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: April 2025 / September 2025
Program Summar y:
The PSW Program is taught using a variet y of methods including online classroom lecture, clinical and lab experiences and eld placement. Gain knowledge of Indigenous Ways of Knowing in health to work e ectively with Indigenous patients. Apply combined theoretical knowledge with practical skills to work as a team member with clients, families, nurses, physicians and other support services. Gain hands-on experience through professional prac tice placements in health care agencies including at the Six Nations community under the supervision of instructors and preceptors. A highly collaborative learning environment is used where you and your peers will experience simulated and real-life opportunities in state-of-the-art labs.
Future Career Options: Personal Support Worker
Where you could work includes:
• Home Care Agencies
• Long Term Care Homes
• Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Hospitals
Admission Requirements:
OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
1st Year Fees Total $4496.20*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
Clear Police Records Check for service with the Vulnerable Sector, completed within last 6 months and valid for full upcoming semester. If you register in the program without a Clear Police Records Check for service with the Vulnerable Sector, and, as a result, are unable to participate in placement, you will not be able to progress in the program. A Clear Police Records Check for ser vice with the Vulnerable Sector is required at a minimum annually, and more often if requested by the placement agencies.
Non-academic Requirements (NARs)
• Immunizations - Tdap, Varicella, Hep B, MMR
• Tuberculin Skin Test
• Flu Vaccine
• COVID-19 Vaccines
• Standard First Aid & CPR-Level BLS/HCP
• Mask Fit
• WSIB Consent Links
• Fire Safety
• WHMIS
• AODA
• Work place Violence and Work place Harassment
• Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps - Bill 18
• Student Consent and Waiver for Clinical Placements
• Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA®) in Dementia Care in-person is recommended and encouraged for PSW students
Note: This program may require students to bring their own mobile computer devices (BYOD) to classes.
Pre-clinical
Requirements
All accepted applicants are required to complete cer tain requirements prior to clinical placement and are responsible for the associated costs. Details about pre-placement requirements will be emailed to you once you accept your o er of admission.
To be eligible for eld/clinical placement, you must not have been convicted of any o ence for which you have not been pardoned.
Professional
Practice
Placements
Clinical placements may occur at locations that are not accessible by public transit. Students should expect to either have access to a car or the ability to supply their own transportation when attending clinical placements in our catchment area that includes Ohsweken, Hamilton, Brantford, Halton, Niagara, Norfolk and surrounding regions.
For more information regarding the Personal Support Worker clinical placement, please contact the clinical placement specialist.
Semester 1
CLIN10088 PSW Professional Practice 1
COMM10380 Communication for Personal Support Workers
HSCI10286 Foundations 1, Theory & Application
HSCI10235 Structure and Function of the Human Body
HSCI10287 PSW Lab 1
INDS10049 Indigenous Ways of Knowing - PSW
Semester 2
CLIN10089 PSW Professional Practice 2
HSCI10288 Understanding Neural Diversity for PSWs
HSCI10289 A Palliative Approach to Care for PSWs
HSCI10290 Personal Support Worker Lab 2
HSCI10291 PSW Foundation2, Theory & Application
HSCI10250 PSW Suppor tive Care Theory
HSCI10293 Understanding the Canadian Healthcare Landscape for PSWs
*Courses are subject to change.
Community and Justice Ser vices
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
Program Length: 2 Years
Program Length Co- op: 3 Years
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: September 2025
Program Summary:
Through Indigenous and Canadian contex ts, explore both the community and institutional sectors of the criminal legal system. Learn about community programs, restorative justice initiatives, and preventative measures to work toward rehabilitation of those in con ict with the law. Train in the aspects of crime and behaviour, security measures and techniques including inter viewing and intervention skills for young o enders, adult o enders, and victims. Optional Co-op delivery that takes place in Year 2 and studies are completed in Year 3.
Co-op Fees Total $1425.00*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
Program of study:
• WORK10096 Work Experience 1 - Community
• WORK10097 Work Experience 2 - Community
• WORK10098 Work Experience 3 - Community
Career Opportunities:
• Police Departments
• Sworn/Civilian opportunities
• Probation/Parole
• Group homes
• Non-pro t agencies
• School Boards
• Correctional Facilities
• Security Companies
Admission Requirements: OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
• Law and /or Community and Justice Services courses recommended
• Additional selection criteria may apply
• Ideal for Pre -Justice graduates
• Attendance at program orientation is strongly recommended
• Some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards, driving abstracts and health standards; including vision must be met
• A recent Police Criminal Record Check (PCRC) (Pardons are possible, seek legal counsel) and additional selection criteria may be used to assess applicants in this program
• Applicants should be advised that employers require a Police Criminal Record Check (PCRC)
1st Year Fees Total $4375.20*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
Program of Study
Semester 1
COMM11000 Essential Communication Skills
LAWS10238 Canadian Law
LAWS10239 Con ict Resolution Skills
OPELXXXXX General Education Elective 1
SSCI10020 Crime & Society
LAWSPF106 Principles of Ethical Reasoning
HLTH10184 EMS - Prac tical Fitness A
Semester 2
HLTH10198 EMS - Prac tical Fitness B
CRED10202 Work place Professionalism
CRED10203 Career Exploration
LAWS10240 Canada’s Justice System
OPELXXXXZ General Education Elective 2
PSYC10014 Psychology and the Criminal Justice System
SSCI10059 Valuing Diversity
Semester 3
HLTH10318 Wellness and the Professional LAWS10167 Career Development
LAWS10206 Managing Aggressive Behaviour
LAWS10242 Provincial & Federal Correc tions
LAWS10204 Addictions and Mental Health
LAWS10205 Youth Justice System
LAWS10243 Understanding the Human Threat
Semester 4
COUN10010 Assessment, Counselling and Supports
HLTH10319 Self-care and Resilience
LAWS10244 Case Management for Diverse Populations
LAWS10107 Inter vention Techniques
LAWS10108 Work ing with Youth
LAWS10168 Employment Strategies
COLLEGE PROGRAM 252
Concurrent Disorders
Credential: Ontario College Graduate Certi cate
Program Length: 1 year or less
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: January 2025 / September 2025
Program Deliver y: Hy ex delivery, evenings
Admission Requirements:
• Minimum two -year College diploma or University degree
• Preference given to applicants with a diploma or degree in Human Services
• Past history working with individuals in a volunteer/ eld placement activity is strongly recommended
• Applicants should note that some employment opportunities require that certain physical standards must be met as a condition of employment
1st Year Fees Total $6296.10*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
Program Summar y:
This program focuses on supporting those living with addictions, mental health, and concurrent disorders.
Learn a wholistic approach to assessments, supports, and treatment recommendations that are inclusive of Indigenous contex ts and concepts. Gain knowledge of interventions and pathways for healing individuals, families, and communities. Through academic learning and practical application, students will engage in a 200-hour eld placement at a community agenc y, where they will demonstrate the skills acquired.
Career Opportunities:
• Case Manager
• Mental Health Worker
• Community Worker
• Addiction Worker
*Courses are subject to change
Program of Study
Semester 1
COUN10003 Development of Counselling Skills
CRED10088 Preparation for Field Placement
HLTH10152 Fostering Healthy Lifestyles
HLTH10153 Pharmacology for Concurrent Disorders
HMNS10050 Concurrent Disorders
HMNS10094 Concurrent Disorders, Issues & Ethics
Semester 2
COMM10131 Research, Reports and Proposals
CRED10081 Concurrent Disorders Field Seminar
HMNS10052 CD Treatment: Models for Treating Varied Populations
HMNS10053 Supporting Families Living With Concurrent Disorders
HMNS10054 Relapse Prevention and Harm Reduction
SAFE10085 Critical Incident & Safety Management
WORK10113 Field Placement Concurrent Disorders
PROGRAM 284
COMMUNIT Y INTEGRATION THROUGH CO- OPERATIVE EDUC ATION (CICE)
Credential: Ontario College Certi cate
Program Length: 2 Years
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: September 2025
Program Summar y:
This program o ers students with intellectual disabilities and other signi cant learning challenges the opportunity to pursue a postsecondary education, prepare for success in entry level work, build independence and self-advocacy skills for adult life.
Career Opportunities:
• Students build an individualized and comprehensive transition plan upon completion of the program
• Transition plan is goal oriented and focuses on employment, education, independence and recreation
• Students and graduates are encouraged to speak to faculty or sta about pathways
*Courses are subject to change
Admission Requirements:
Eligibility
• An intellectual disability with a demonstrated need for a modi ed curriculum
• A level of independence that does not require constant support
Application Process
• Complete an Ontario Colleges application form.
• CICE application package will be emailed upon receipt of the Ontario Colleges application.
• Intake package completed fully and returned to CICE program.
• Once CICE receives package applicants will be contacted to arrange a personal interview.
• Program will review application, references and required documentation.
Documentation Required
• Questionnaire
• Resume
• 2 personal references
• Proof of disability and need for modi ed curriculum (ODSP assessment, or Psycho-educational assessment or a Doctor’s note with an IEP)
1st Year Fees Total: $4325.26*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
Program of Study
Semester 1
COMM10355 CICE Communication Skills
CRED10069 Academic Experience 1
CRED10069 Experience 1 y
INFO10254 Information Technology Skills PERS10028 Transition to College
Transition to
RECL10021 Introduction to a Healthy Lifestyle
SAFE10102 Safety Prac tice and Protocols
SAFE10102 Prac
SSCI10041 Human Relations
Semester 2
COMM10362 Prac tical Communication Skills
CRED10070 Academic Experience 2A
CRED10119 Job Preparation Sk ills
CRED10137 Numeracy for Life and Work
CRED10137 for Life and
PERS10018 Life Skills 1
PERS10029 Transition to Work Experience
RECL10022 Inclusive Recreation
Program of Study
Semester 3
CRED10072 Academic Experience 3A
CRED10073 Academic Experience 3B
CRED10129 Skills for Work
CRED10130 Transitioning to Community
RECL10023 Personal Health, Wellness and Fitness
WORK10094 Job Practice 1
Semester 4
CRED10074 Academic Experience 4A
CRED10075 Academic Experience 4B
CRED10131 Transitioning from CICE
CRED10132 CICE Capstone
RECL10024 Recreational and Leisure Planning
WORK10095 Job Practice 2
Early Childhood Educ ation
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
Program Length: 2 Years
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: September 2025
Program Summary:
As an Early Childhood Educator, you support early learning in a wide variety of educational programs and centres. You’ll gain over 600 with course work, discover diverse opportunities for employment, including school boards and early year environments, and gain the registration requirements for the College of Early Educators.
Career Opportunities:
• Board of education full-day early learning program
• Camp or hospital playroom
• Childcare centre
• Community pre-school program
• Extended day programs for school-aged children
• Family and children’s agency
• Family resource programs/Ontario Early Years Centre
• Home childcare
Admission requirements:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent including the following required course(s):
• English – any Grade 12 (C ) or (U), or equivalent
Recommended Courses and/or Skills:
These courses and skills may help you succeed academically in this program, but they are not required for admission.
• Related volunteer and or cooperative/work experience
• Dynamics of Human Relationships – Grade 11 (O)
• Human Development Throughout the Lifespan – Grade 12 (C ) or (U)
• Families in Canada - College Preparation – Grade 12 (C )
• Raising Healthy Children – Grade 11 (O)
• Work ing with School-Age Children and Adolescents – Grade 12 (C )
• Challenge and Change in Society – Grade 12 (U)
1st Year Fees Total $5055.88*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
Program of Study
Semester 1
COMM1140 Essential Communication Skills for Community Services
EDUC1130 Work ing with Infants and Toddlers
with and Toddlers
EDUC1131 Arts and Science I
EDUC1133 Foundations of ECE I
Foundations of ECE I
HDEV1123 Child Development
PRAC 1101 Field Placement I
PRAC1101 I
Semester 2
EDUC1216 Diversity in the Early Years
EDUC1233 Foundations of ECE - II
EDUC1233 Foundationsof ECE II
EDUC1326 Stress and Resiliency
PSYC1100 Introduc tory Psychology
PRAC1101
PSYC1100 Introductor y Psychology Field Placement II
Elective Information
Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required AND Completion of additional elective 1 course required
Semester 3
EDUC1330 Arts and Science II
EDUC1331
EDUC1331 Naturalistic Observation Research Methods
Research Methods
EDUC1232 Work ing with School-Age Children
SOCL1328 Child Abuse and Family Violence
SOCL1328 Child Abuse and Violence
PRAC1306 Field Placement III - Early Childhood Education
Elective Information
Completion of additional General Education elective 1 course required
Semester 4
EDUC1327
Entry to Prac tice
EDUC1432 P
EDUC1432 Program Administration
EDUC1433 Work ing with Families
HDEV1434 Child Health & Well Being
PRAC1407 Field Placement IV - Early Childhood Education
*Courses are subject to change.
Pre-Health Sciences
Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees (Indigenous)
Credential: Ontario College Cer ti cate
Length: One year or less
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: September 2025
Program Summar y:
Our blended learning design allows for exible scheduling and independent learning opportunities. A focus on the fundamentals in math, science, and communications provides a well-rounded experience that can maximize your opportunities for further study. Further, this program focus will allow students to examine and apply Indigenous ways of knowing, learning, and evaluating in the health sciences.
Career Opportunities:
The pre-health sciences program is designed to provide you with an opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge to be successfully admitted into a health-related diploma or degree program.
Admission Requirements:
OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
• Grade 11 Mathematics, C, M or U or equivalent
• Senior Chemistry recommended
1st Year Fees Total $4375.20*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees
Program of Study
Semester 1
BIOL10029 Biology for Pre -Health 1
CHEM10051 Chemistry for Pre -Health 1
COMM11000 Essential Communication Skills
CREDAS101 First Year Foundations
MATH10008 Pre -Health Mathematics 1
Semester 2
BIOL10030 Biology for Pre -Health 2
CHEM10052 Chemistry for Pre -Health 2
COMM10064 English for Pre -Health G.A.S.
MATH10072 Advanced Pre -Health Math 2
PHYS10010 Physics for Pre -Health
*Courses are subject to change.
Note: If you have previous university degree credit(s), you are not eligible to use Pre -Health as a route to apply to the Mohawk - McMaster BScN program.
The Pre -Health program does not lead to the Mohawk - McMaster Medical Radiation Sciences Collaborative degree program. Options are available for mature applicants.
You must maintain a minimum 75% average in Biology, Chemistr y, Mathematics and English to be eligible to apply into the Mohawk-McMaster BScN Collaborative Nursing Degree program. As it is an oversubscribed program, more students apply than are accepted.
After completion of the Pre -Health program, you will be eligible to apply to Health Sciences diploma programs and many health programs at other Ontario colleges and universities. After completion of the Pre -Health program, you will be eligible to continue your studies towards a General Ar ts and Sciences Diploma, as a pathway to university.
COLLEGE PROGRAM 715
Practic al Nursing
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
Length: Two Years
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: January 2025 I May 2026
Program Summar y:
Become a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) and pursue an exciting health care career that o ers diverse opportunities. The PN program provides a collaborative learning environment where you and your peers will experience simulated and real-life opportunities in learning and simulation labs. Students will also gain knowledge of Indigenous Ways of Knowing in health to work e ectively with Indigenous patients. A blended learning program o ers online theory classes to support study-life balance. You can complete the program in 16 consecutive months and have a variety of academic pathways for further education and training
Career Opportunities: Registered Practical Nurse
Where you could work includes:
• Hospitals, Physicians’ O ces, Retirement Homes, Community Agencies, and Long-Term Care Homes
• Research and Policy, Occupational Health
• Business and Industry: Correc tions/Forensics, Laser and Cosmetic Clinics, Pharmaceuticals for Health Care Products
• Foot Care, and Private Duty Nurse
Opportunities for Graduates:
• Upon graduation and successful completion of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) licensing exams, you will become a member of this regulated profession.
• Membership with the Registered Prac tical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPNAO)
Professional Practice Placements
Clinical placements may occur at locations that are not accessible by public transit. Students should expect to either have access to a car or the ability to supply their own transportation when attending clinical placements in our catchment area that includes Ohsweken, Hamilton, Brantford, Halton, Niagara, Norfolk and surrounding regions.
For more information regarding clinical placement, please contac t the clinical placement specialist.
Admission Requirements:
OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
• Grade 11 or 12 Mathematics, C, M or U level (M or U recommended)
• 2 Grade 11 or 12 Sciences, C or U level in biology, chemistry or physics
• 85% - 88% recommended cumulative average in the required courses to be competitive.
Pre-clinical Requirements:
• All accepted applicants are required to complete certain requirements prior to clinical placement and are responsible for the associated costs. Details about pre-placement requirements will be emailed to you once you accept your o er of admission.
• To be eligible for eld/clinical placement, you must not have been convicted of any o ence for which you have not been pardoned.
1st Year Fees Total $7834.62*
*Based on 2023/2024 Domestic Tuition and Fees and subject to change. This program is more than a year in length. Program of Study
Semester 1
NRSG10175 Professional Prac tice 1
COMM10400 Essential Communication Skills For Nursing
NRSG10065 Professional Development 1
NRSG10143 PN Prac ticum Lab 1
NRSG10159 PN Structure and Function of the Human Body
NRSG10160 Health, Healing and the Nursing Process 1
NRSG10161 Professional Prac tice Readiness
Semester 2
INDS10050 Indigenous Ways of Knowing PN
NRSG10162 Health, Healing and the Nursing Process 2
NRSG10163 Pharmacology and Math for PN 1
NRSG10170 Practicum 2 Lab
PSYCSS156 Introduction to Psychology
NRSG10176 Professional Prac tice 2
Semester 3
NRSG10164 Health, Healing and the Nursing Process 3
NRSG10179 Pharmacology and Math for PN 2
NRSG10171 Practicum 3 Lab
OPELXXXXX General Education Elective 1
SSCISS108 Introduction to Sociology
NRSG10177 Professional Prac tice 3
Semester 4
NRSG10178 Professional Prac tice Pre -Graduate Experience
NRSG10166 Health, Healing and the Nursing Process 4
NRSG10168 Entry to Prac tice Readiness
NRSG10172 Practicum 4 Lab
*Courses and delivery are subject to change.
COLLEGE PROGRAM 758
Practic al Nursing (PSW to PN Bridging Stream)
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
Length: Two Years
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: Januar y 2025 I May 2026
Program Summar y:
Progress from a Personal Support Worker (PSW) cer ti cate to a nursing diploma and the professional designation of a Registered Practical Nurse upon completion of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) Exam.
Program Highlights:
• Bridging stream for cer ti cate -prepared Personal Support Worker students at an accredited Ontario community college, a private college, career college, or institution.
• Integrate into the second semester of the full-time Practical Nursing program after one semester
• Collaborative learning environment where you and your peers will experience simulated and real-life opportunities in state of-the-art labs.
• Online theory classes, with onsite midterms and nals, to support study-life balance. Practical lab courses and clinical placements are face to face.
Career Opportunities:
• Students who are successful in all semester 1 courses will move into the second semester of Practical Nursing (715)
• Registered Practical Nurse
Opportunities for Graduates:
• Upon graduation and successful completion of the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) licensing exams, you will become a member of this regulated profession.
• Membership with the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPNAO)
Where you can work includes:
Hospitals, Physicians’ O ces, Retirement Homes, Community Agencies, and Long-Term Care Homes, Research and Polic y, Occupational Health, Business and Industr y: Corrections/Forensics, Laser and Cosmetic Clinics, Pharmaceuticals for Health Care Products, Foot Care, and Private Duty Nurse.
Pre-Clinical Requirements:
All accepted applicants are required to complete cer tain requirements prior to clinical placement and are responsible for the associated costs. Details about pre-placement requirements will be emailed to you once you accept your o er of admission.
To be eligible for eld/clinical placement, you must not have been convicted of any o ence for which you have not been pardoned.
Professional Practice Placements:
Clinical placements may occur at locations that are not accessible by public transit. Students should expect to either have access to a car or the ability to supply their own transportation when attending clinical placements in our catchment area that includes Hamilton, Brantford, Halton, Niagara, Norfolk, Haldimand, Dunnville, Peel, Wellington, and surrounding areas.
For more information regarding the clinical placement, please contac t the clinical placement specialist.
Admission Requirements:
Beginning in the Fall 2024 intake, applicants possessing a Personal Support Worker cer ti cate from a private college, career college, or local board of education completed within the past 10 years to satisfy the PSW cer ti cate requirement for eligibility for the Practical Nursing (PSW to PN Bridging Stream) program. Please note that all applicants must also satisfy the additional academic requirements to enter this program.
This is a limited enrolment program. Possession of the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Applicants are required to:
Apply through Ontario Colleges to program number 758 Practical Nursing (PSW to PN Bridging Stream).
Submit proof of completion of the following courses:
• Grade 12 English C or U
• Grade 10 Mathematics, D or P
Submit proof of completion of a Personal Support Worker Cer ti cate program from an Ontario community college or a publicly funded college with an equivalent program from within another Canadian province within the past 10 years.
Proof of English pro ciency for applicants where English is not their rst language must be submitted to Ontario Colleges.
1st Semester Fees Total $2876.71*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees.
Successful Completion of Professional Practice
• Professional Practice is an academic requirement across all semesters of the Practical Nursing program. Successful completion of Professional Practice clinical placement is a requirement for graduation from the Practical Nursing program. To be eligible for placement, you must submit proof of a Clear Police Records Check for service with the Vulnerable Sector, which will be retained on your departmental le and used only for purposes related to your placement.
• If you register in the program without a Clear Police Records Check for service with the Vulnerable Sector, and, as a result, are unable to participate in placement, you will not be able to progress in the program. A Clear Police Records Check for service with the Vulnerable Sector is required at a minimum annually, and more often if requested by the placement agencies
Program of Study
BIOL10043 Biology For Personal Support Worker to Prac tical Nursing - Bridge
CHEM10055 Chemistry for Nursing
COMM10400 Essential Communications Skills for Nursing
MATH10096 Math for Prac tical Nursing
NRSG10065 Professional Development 1
NRSG10159 PN Structure and Function of the Human Body
NRSG10180 Health, Healing and Nursing Process - Bridge
NRSG10181 PN Prac ticum Lab - Bridge
NRSG10161 Professional Prac tice Readiness
*Courses and delivery are subject to change.
SKILLED TRADES COLLEGE PROGRAM 452
Construction Techniques
Credential: Ontario College Cer ti cate
Length: One year or less
Campus: SNP Brantford Campus
Star t Date: September 2025
Program Summar y:
• Prepare graduates to work as part of a team on the construction of residential homes, commercial buildings, and components of civil infrastructure
• Emphasis is on developing and practicing the technical skills related to the eld of specialization
• Develop skills and training required to join the booming home and commercial construction sec tor
• Learn industry-leading concrete forming and production framing techniques
• Acquire specialized training in carpentry hand and power tools, construction materials, wood and wood products, and workplace safety
Career opportunities exist in commercial or residential construction sectors in a variety of positions such as:
• Production Framer
• Residential home framing
• Residential and commercial concrete forming and nishing
• Wood and concrete landscaping component
Admission Requirements: OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 11 English E, C or U
• Grade 10 Mathematics L, D or P
• Options available for mature applicants.
1st Year Fees Total $4325.26*
*Based on 2024/2025 Domestic Tuition and Fees Access to tuition supports for eligible students; limited availability.
Program of Study
Semester 1
BLDG 10026 Building and Renovation Theory I
BLDG 10025 Building and Renovations Practical I
BLDG 10099 Trade Calculations I - Construction Technician
BLGD 10721 Concrete Forming and Finishing Techniques
TDRW 10040 Drafting Fundamentals and Standards for BR
Semester 2
BLDG 10032 Building and Renovation Prac tical 2
BLDG 10033 Building and Renovation Theory 2
BLDG 10070 Residential Plan Reading
BLDG 10722 Production Framing Techniques
SAFE 10093 Work place Safety
SURV 10002 Surveying and Layout CET
*Courses and delivery are subject to change.
SKILLED TRADES
Increase your skills with SNP
Welder 456A
A Welder permanently joins pieces of metal or manufactured parts using metal ller and heat and/or pressure; builds structures and broken or cracked parts according to speci cations; and special processes, such as welding studs and brazing.
• Expected Annual Salary Range: $45,000 - $68,000
General Machinist 429A
A General Machinist cuts, shapes and nishes metal machined parts and components used in all areas of manufacturing.
• Expected Annual Salary Range: $47,000 - $71,000
Cook 415A
A Cook prepares a wide range of foods for public consumption in various settings, for small or large groups or individual dishes in restaurants and test kitchens.
• Expected Annual Salary Range: $32,000 - $46,000
Programs:
Six Nations Polytechnic delivers a variety of programs that are aligned to regional and industry demand. We are Welder other training opportunities are designed to i theory and hands-on skills in a variet y of trades; in addition pathways for entry into the workforce and apprenticeship. For more information about new and exciting programs, visit the https://www.snpolytechnic.com/snptrades
Apprenticeship:
Six Nations Polytechnic is an approved Training Delivery Agent that delivers classroom training for Ontario Youth and Apprentice Levels programs in Welder (456A), General Machinist (429A), and Cook (415A). For more details visit https://snpolytechnic.com/snptrades/apprenticeship-training
Why You Should Choose SNP Skilled
• Free on-campus parking
• Smaller class sizes
• Hands-on activities to help students learn
• Quali ed instruc tors and program support to guide students to success
• On-campus student supports available
• Culturally relevant workshops
Future in Trades:
This new tuition free program provides learners the opportunity to explore various trades o ered at SNP while studying full-time for 7-weeks. The program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in skilled trades but are unsure what eld to specialize in. As students gain experience in introductory theory and hands-on exposure their interests should develop in a particular eld.
Continuing Education
SKILLS BUILDING PROGRAMSACHIEVEMENT CENTRE
The Six Nations Achievement Centre is a community-based agency that has provided Literacy and Basic Skills to the community of Six Nations for 34 years. The centre provides free instruction in: basic math; reading; writing; computer and essential skills to adults who need to increase their independence or academic skills for entry into higher levels of education and/or to obtain employment. For more information call 519-445-0023 or visit https://snpolytechnic.com/about-us/achievement-centre.
ONTARIO COLLEGE OF TEACHERS: ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS COURSES
Six Nations Polytechnic is an approved Additional Quali cation (AQ) provider. We o er special courses throughout the year for teachers to obtain additional quali cations in subjects such as: Special Education, Part 1, Environmental Education, Teaching Mohawk, Teaching Cayuga, Teaching Ojibwe, First Nations, Metis and Inuit Peoples: Understanding Traditional Teachings, Histories, Current Issues, and Cultures, Part 1 and Part 2, and Supporting First Nations, Metis, Inuit Students: Guidance and Counselling, Part 1 and Part 2, and Principal’s Quali cation Program, Part 1. AQ courses (aside from Principal’s Quali cation Program) are open to non-certi ed teachers on a case-by case basis.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS OFFERED IN 2025-2026
January 2025
• Teaching Cayuga
• Teaching Mohawk
• Mathematics Primary and Junior, Part 1 First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Students: Counselling and Suppor t, Part 1
Spring/Summer 2025
• Principal’s Quali cation Program, Part 1
• Environmental Education
• First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Peoples: Understanding Traditional Teachings, Histories, Current Issues and Cultures, Part 2
Fall 2025
• Teaching Ojibwe
• First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Peoples: Understanding Traditional Teachings, Histories, Current Issues and Cultures, Part 1
• Special Education, Part 1
January 2026
• Teaching Mohawk
• Teaching Cayuga
• Mathematics, Primary and Junior, Part 1
• First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Students: Counselling and Support Part 1
For program information and fees, visit www.snpolytechnic.com/additional-quali cations
*Courses and delivery are subject to change.
Deyohahá:ge: Indigenous Knowledge Centre
Indigenous Knowledge Centre is a Hodinohsó:ni knowledge mobilization centre mandated by the Six Nations of the Grand River to
1) Preserve and nurture Indigenous knowledge and languages;
2) Foster and support institutional and collaborative research in Indigenous knowledge and language revitalization; and
3) Provide for the public an appreciation and education of Indigenous knowledge and languages.
Deyohahá:ge: follows the philosophy of the Two Row wampum, dedicated to bringing together two streams of consciousness, our ancestral Indigenous knowledge and academic knowledge to nurture the overall well-being of all peoples.
Educational Services
Deyohahá:ge: is a knowledge mobilization centre that not only maintains an archive of Indigenous knowledge but also o ers educational services within and external to Six Nations Polytechnic, including:
• Learning opportunities (e.g., guest speaker engagements, conferences, lunch & learns, workshops, etc.)
• Curriculum development
• Learning resource support
• Cultural awareness training and knowledge sharing
• Education consulting for individuals and organizations
To inquire about any of the services we o er, please contact indigenousknowledgecentre@snpolytechnic.com
Visiting the Centre
Located in the heart of Six Nations of the Grand River, our Centre is found within the east wing of the Six Nations Polytechnic campus where you will meet our friendly and knowledgeable sta members o ering you a tour of the Centre and introduction to our library of learning resources, archive collections, and numerous Hodinohsó:ni material cultural items either collected or donated since our opening in 2010. Large group tours are welcomed and can be arranged by contacting
Deyohahá:ge: Indigenous Knowledge Centre indigenousknowledgecentre@snpolytechnic.com 519 445 0023 ext. 6700
Indigenous Research
Deyohahá:ge: provides a balanced platform for research and knowledge sharing as both collaborators and leaders of Indigenous research elevating respectful engagement with Indigenous research ethics, cultural protocols, methodologies, and knowledge systems. Additionally, Indigenous communities including Six Nations of the Grand River has better access to research ndings. Deyohahá:ge: is dedicated to sharing what students and scholars have learned and building upon what has already been done to help Indigenous communities recover, preserve, and protect the knowledge of their ancestors.
Archive & Learning Resource Material Access
Where possible, Deyohahá:ge: strives to create access to our Indigenous knowledge archive either digitally or within the Centre upon request. For more information about our collection or to request access to materials please visit www.snpolytechnic.com/research-resources/resources
We also have an extensive collection of learning resources as part of the archive, within the Centre, and online. Learning resources can be accessed on our website, the Six Nations Polytechnic YouTube channel, or by requesting materials at the link above.
HIGH SCHOOL
STEAM ACADEMY
ademy o ers a unique, student- centere Ministr y-accredited Indig
centered, Ministry-accredited high school program rooted in Indigenous ways of k nowing and being, blended with Western knowledge. SNP STEAM Academy educates students in ve speci c disciplines: science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Approximately 45 courses are o ered during each semester including a rich variet y of art courses such as music, photography, visual arts, and Mohawk, Cayuga and English language courses.
STEAM Academy holds high expectations for all students and provides a positive, supportive learning environment where students are engaged and suppor ted. Learning at STEAM Academy is fostered through culturally authentic learning experiences, including land-based learning, hands-on activities, traditional language instruction, singing, drumming, sewing, social dancing, craft making, leadership, robotics, e- gaming, physical and health education, tness and weight room, and access to earning early college credits. Low enrolment classes, an interac tive Student Success Centre, and high graduation rates are hallmarks of SNP STEAM Academy.
SNP STEAM Academy is a technology rich secondary school where students can create their own pathways to high-sk illed jobs and rewarding careers. P-TECH (Pathways to Early College Highschool) allows students to begin taking college courses as early as grade 10 and complete the 5-year program earning both an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and a sof tware engineering diploma from a recognized college.
Ehsa’hdok is a redesign of the rst year of high school giving all grade 9 students an opportunity to obtain 4 high school credits through a holistic approach during the course of one semester. The program is focused on braiding Hodinohso’:ni culture with real-world, hands-on experiences. STEAM Academy is the only school in Ontario to o er this cross-curricular, land-based program.
WHY CHOOSE SNP STEAM ACADEMY?
• Indigenous and non-Indigenous students learn side by side building respect, responsibility & reciprocity
• Dedicated & talented sta who are focused on enhancing students’ academic, personal and professional success
• Extra-curricular activities such as robotics, E-gaming, chess, sewing, Students’ Council, music, golf, archery, tness, and team sports
• New course o erings this year include an expanded instrumental Music course, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship (OYAP) and Cooperative Education.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply online at https://www.snpolytechnic.com/steam/apply-now
SNP STEAM Academy is open to students of all backgrounds with an interest in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics and a desire to learn together in a student- centered environment. Call 226493-1234 or email reception@snpsteam.com for more information or to arrange a tour.
Admission
To apply to our signature programs
Applications to our signature programs accredited by Six Nations Polytechnic such as Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages and Honours Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh Languages and University Consortium can be completed on our website by visiting https://www.snpolytechnic.com/apply.
Submit your completed application, including:
• All original high school, college and university transcripts
To apply to our college/ partner programs
Applications to SNP College/Partner programs are processed through Ontario Colleges (www.ontariocolleges.ca), a centralized, one-stop processing centre for all Ontario colleges.
Application Deadlines
Please see the program chart on the last page of this book for individual program application dates. Note: the application portal will stay open past the deadline if the program is not full.
Application Fees
University Programs: A $30.00 applicant processing fee applies. College Programs: There is a non-refundable $150.00 Ontario College Online Processing fee (fee may be subject to change). Applicants may contact SNP to inquire about nancial support for Ontario College application fees by calling 519-445-0023.
Locations
SNP has two campuses, one located at Six Nations and one in the city of Brantford. Check the program page you are interested in to con rm the campus location. To schedule a campus tour and get help with your application in person at Six Nations Polytechnic, call 519-445-0023.
Admission Support
If you would like to learn more about your options, how to apply to a program, or the status of your application, please contact: Admissions - admissions@snpolytechnic.com Six Nations Polytechnic 519.445.0023 Ext: 6226
Recruitment
If you are interested in more detailed program information or a high school visit, contact our Student Recruitment and Liaison O cer at 519.445.0023 Ext: 6226
FUNDING FOR STUDENT S
Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a nancial aid program that can help you pay for college or university through grants and loans. Online application procedures and deadlines for applications are available on the OSAP website at https://www.ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program
Post-Secondary Student Support Program
If you are an eligible Status Indian or Inuit student, plan to pursue post-secondary studies on a part-time or full-time basis and are registered with an eligible post-secondary institution, you may qualify for nancial support through the Post-Secondary Education Support Program. Contact your local band o ce, Inuit designated organization or Indigenous and Northern A airs Canada (INAC) o ce to apply, or search online to nd out more information.
Six Nations Band Members
If you are a registered Six Nations member you can apply for post-secondary education assistance through the Grand River Post-Secondary Education O ce (GRPSEO). Please inquire with GRPSEO about program eligibility.
Grand River Post Secondary Education O ce (GRPSEO)
P.O. Box 339 2160 4th Line Rd.
Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0
519-445-2219 / 1-877-837-5180 / www.grpseo.org
ADDITIONAL FUNDING SOURCES
Brantford Regional Indigenous Services https://briscfc.org/
Southern First Nations Secretariat
519-692-5868 / 1-800-668-2609 / www sfns.on.ca
Mississauga of the Credit First Nation Band Members
905-768-7107 / https://mncfn.ca/
Indspire
519-445-3021 / www.indspire.ca
Dreamcatcher
Charitable Foundation Dreamcatcher Fund 905-768-8962 / www.dcfund.ca
Niagara Peninsula Aboriginal Area Management Board (NPAAMB) 905-549-5375 / www.npaamb.com
Grand River Employment and Training (GREAT)
519-445-2222 / www.greatsn.com
Additional Information
If you would like to learn more about nancial aid options, including OSAP, scholarships and bursaries, please contact: naid@snpolytechnic.com Six Nations Polytechnic
SNP PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE
PROGRAM
UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM YEAR 1 PROGRAM
Campus: Six Nations Length: 1 Year
Start Date: September 2025
Credential: Year 1 of Bachelor of Arts
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN OGWEHOWEH
LANGUAGES: CAYUGA LANGUAGE STREAM
Campus: Six Nations Length: 3 Years
Start Date: September 2025
Credential: Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh
Languages
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN OGWEHOWEH
LANGUAGES: MOHAWK LANGUAGE STREAM
Campus: Six Nations Length: 3 Years
Start Date: September 2025
Credential: Bachelor of Arts in Ogwehoweh
Languages
CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES (452)
Campus: Brantford Length: 1 Year
Start Date: September 2025
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• OSSD or equivalent
• OSSD or equivalent, including: A minimum of a 65% average in
ACCREDITING INSTITUTION
Six Nations Polytechnic Consortium Partners include: Brock University; McMaster University; University of Guelph; University of Waterloo; Western University; Wilfrid Laurier University
Six Nations Polytechnic
• OSSD or equivalent, including: A minimum of a 65% average in
Six Nations Polytechnic
1 2025 Cer
Credential: Ontario College Cer ti cate
• OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• OSSD or (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 11 English E, C or U
• Grade 10 Mathematics L, D or P
• U • Grade 10 Mathematics D or P
• are available for mature
• Options are available for mature applicants
Mohawk College
Mohawk College
SNP PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE
PROGRAM
PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER (110) Campus: Brantford
Length: 1 Year
Start Date: April 2025 ISeptember 2025
Credential: Ontario College Cer ti cate
SOCIAL SERVICE WORKER (215) Campus: Brantford
Length: 2 Years
Start Date: September 2025
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
COMMUNITY & JUSTICE SERVICES (286) & CO-OP (288) Campus: Brantford
Length: 2 Years (286) 3 Years (288)
Start Date: September 2025
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
CONCURRENT DISORDERS (252) Campus: Brantford
Length: One year or less
Start Date: January 2025 I September 2025
Credential: Certi cate
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (0106) Campus: Brantford
Length: 2 Years
Star t Date: September 2025
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
COMMUNITY INTEGRATION THROUGH (284)
CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION Campus: Brantford
Length: 2 Years
Star t Date: September 2025
Credential: Ontario College Cer ti cate
PRE-HEALTH SCIENCES - INDIGENOUS (339) Campus: Brantford
Length: One year or less
Star t Date: September 2025
Credential: Ontario College Cer ti cate
PRACTICAL NURSING (715) Campus: Brantford
Length: Two years
Star t Date: Januar y 2025 I May 2026
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
• Options are available for mature applicants.
• OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent (70% guideline)
• Options are available for mature applicants. Note: This is a competitive program.
• OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
• Law and/or Community and Justice Ser vices courses recommended
• Options are available for mature applicants.
• Minimum two -year College diploma or University degree
• Preference given to applicants with a diploma or degree in Human Services
• Past history working with individuals in a volunteer/ eld placement activity is strongly recommended
• OSSD or equivalent including:
• Grade 12 English C or U
PRACTICAL NURSING (PSW TO PN BRIDGING STREAM) (758)
Campus: Brantford
Length: Two years
Star t Date: Januar y 2025 I May 2026
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
• An intellectual disability with a demonstrated need for a modi ed curriculum
• A level of independence that does not require constant support
• OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
• Grade 11 Mathematics, C, M or U or equivalent
• Senior Chemistry recommended
• OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
• Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
• Grade 11 or 12 Mathematics, C, M or U (M or U recommended)
• 2 Grade 11 or 12 Sciences, C or U level in Biology, Chemistry or Physics
• 85% to 88% recommended or cumulative average in the required courses to be competitive
• Apply through Ontario Colleges
• Submit proof of completion of the following courses:
• Grade 12 English, C or U
• Grade 10 Mathematics, D or P
• Submit proof of completion of a Personal Support Worker Cer ti cate program from an Ontario Community College or a publicly funded college within the past 10 years
• Proof of English pro ciency for applicants where English is not their rst language must be submitted to Ontario Colleges
CONTACT US www.snpolytechnic.com
Email: admissions@snpolytechnic.com
SIX NATIONS CAMPUS
Phone: 519-445-0023
Location and Mailing Address: PO Box 700 2160 Fourth Line Ohsweken, ON N0A 1M0
BRANTFORD CAMPUS
Phone: 226-493-1245
Location and Mailing Address: 411 Elgin St. Brantford, ON N3S 7P5
