SPRING 2015Program Guide and Course Update

CNC Grads – Working in our Communities!

HELLO & HADIH !

Quality education within your reach!

FORT ST. JAMES CAMPUS179 Douglas StreetPO Box 1557Fort St. James, BC V0J 1P0Telephone: 250-996-7019Fax: 250-996-7014E-mail: cncfsj@cnc.bc.ca

VANDERHOOF CAMPUS3231 Hospital RoadVanderhoof, BC V0J 3A2Telephone: 250-567-3200Toll Free: 1-877-567-3270Fax: 250-567-3217E-mail: nechako@cnc.bc.ca

FRASER LAKE AND SURROUNDING AREAToll Free: 1-877-567-3270E-mail: nechako@cnc.bc.ca

Please Note: The information contained in this Guide is subject to change and revision. While every effort is made to ensure that the content remains valid for the period indicated, changes may occur. The College reserves the right to modify or cancel any program, course, timetable, or fee without notice.

All programs are subject to funding and meeting minimum enrollments.

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Foundation or apprenticeship level trades programs

Work Skills Training

University Transfer courses

On-line training opportunities

Vocational and general interest courses to enhance your career or for personal growth and enjoyment.

education within your reach

For program and course descriptions and fees consult the website (www.cnc.bc.ca) or contact your local campus. All programs are subject to funding and minimum enrollments. FSJ = Fort St. James Campus VHF = Vanderhoof Campus

Administrative Assistant Certificate (ABT)Train in communications, administrative procedures, accounting and a wide range of business software packages.

VHF: Sept 2015 – May 2016 (Full-time)

Carpentry FoundationsComplete Level 1 technical training and gain the practical and essential skills related to the carpentry apprentice program.

FSJ: Feb 1, 2016 – July 1, 2016 (21 Weeks)

CASS (Community and School Support) Certificate (Formerly Teaching Assistant)Train to work with children and adults with developmental disabilities as a paraprofessional.

FSJ: Sept 2015 – May 2016 (Full-time)

ECE Post BasicECE graduates can start training towards an Infant and Toddler Supervisor or Supported Child Care Supervisor designation. ECE 272: Health, Safety and Nutrition VHF: Feb 11 – Apr 15, 2015 (30 Hrs)

Introduction to the Healing ProfessionsAn opportunity for individuals considering a career in Heath Care to explore the field while gaining valuable pre-requisites for health-care related programs. This 4-week program includes Healing Touch, Standard First Aid, Natural Medicines, Medical Terminology and a Job Shadowing component.

VHF: Mar 30 – Apr 28, 2015FSJ: Mar 23 – Apr 17, 2015

Welding Foundation Program Levels 1 & 2Qualify for a variety of jobs in the construction and metal working industries. Formerly Welding Level C.

FSJ: Sept 14, 2015 – Apr 8, 2016 (28 Weeks)

Social Service Worker CertificateGain the basic skills and knowledge needed for work as a social service paraprofessional. Work towards your certificate part-time starting in the fall of 2015. On-line options also available for some courses. Watch for course announcements.

Job OptionsFull-time, funded, 7-week employment and skills training program.

FSJ: April 20 – Jun 5, 2015

Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (TIOW)Job readiness for older workers (55 to 64 years old) wanting to re-enter the workforce or change careers. Funded Program. Call for information and to see if you qualify.

FSJ: Feb 16 – May 22, 2015VHF: Mar 2 – May 29, 2015

University Transfer Courses – Fort St. James CampusMGT 154: Applied Human Relations Jan 19 – Feb 16 (60 Hrs, 3 CR)

MGT 157: Principles of Management Feb 17 – Mar 5 (45 Hrs, 3 CR)

MKT 152: Principles of Marketing Mar 9 – 26 (45 Hrs, 3 CR)

MATH 145: Math for Business Apr 13 – 30 (45 Hrs, 3 CR)

CIS 165: Business Information Systems May 4 – June 5 (90 Hrs, 3 CR)

ECON 201: Principles of Economics – Microeconomics July 6 – 23 (45 Hrs, 3 CR)

ABST 101: Aboriginal Studies II Aug 4 – 20 (45 Hrs, 3 CR) 1

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AVIATION TRAININGCNC Vanderhoof offers a variety of Aviation courses. Check the website for a full listing. The campus has 2 Redbird Aviation Simulators that simulate four different planes: The Cessna 172S, The Cessna 206, the Piper Seneca II Turbo, twin engine, all with GPS+ Moving Map and Auto-Pilot and the Beech Baron 58 Twin Engine with Glass Cockpit. Contact the Vanderhoof campus for details.

BUSINESS, AGENCY & WORKFORCE TRAINING CNC offers numerous workforce certificate courses to help you stay current and competitive in today’s workplace. If the courses you require aren’t listed, please call your local campus and let us try to arrange them for you.

Aboriginal Cultural CompetencyFSJ: Jan 29, Mar 26, May 28VHF: Feb 20, Apr 20, Jun 8

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST)FSJ: Mar 10 & 11

Basic SecurityCall to be put on an interest list.

BookkeepingFSJ: Feb 5 – Mar 26

Building Service WorkerFSJ: Feb 23-27

Bullying and Harassment PreventionFSJ: Feb 11, Mar 25 or May 25VHF: Feb 25, Apr 15 or Jun 10

Business WritingVHF: Mar 27

Computer Training (Microsoft Office)Excel 2010 Level 1: VHF: Feb 13Excel 2010 Level 2: VHF: Mar 20Excel 2013 Level 1: FSJ: Mar 12Excel 2013 Level 2: FSJ: Mar 19Publisher 2010: VHF: Apr 17Publisher 2013: FSJ: Mar 5Word 2010 Level 1: VHF: Feb 27Word 2010 Level 2: VHF: Mar 13 Word 2013 Level 1: FSJ: Feb 12Word 2013 Level 2: FSJ: Feb 19

Customer Service and Cashier Training FSJ: Feb 19 & 20, Apr 23 & 24VHF: Apr 16 & 17

Chainsaw Level 1 (Enform)Call to be put on an interest list.

FoodsafeFSJ: Mar 12 or May 7VHF: Mar 7

Forklift CertificateFSJ: Mar 17 & 18

Forklift RecertificationFSJ: May 21

Global Ground DisturbanceFSJ: Mar 24

GPS (Global Positioning System)FSJ: Apr 24VHF: Mar 13

Mental Health First AidFSJ: Mar 19 & 20

National Foodsafe(Accredited Certification to work in food industry across Canada)

FSJ: Mar 16

Palliative Care Level 1: FSJ: Mar 9, 10 & 11 Level 2: FSJ: Mar 11, 12 & 13

Plain and Clear LanguageFSJ: Feb 6

Simply AccountingCall to be put on an interest list.

Traffic ControlFSJ: Apr 18 & 19VHF: Mar 14 & 15

WorldHostFSJ: Mar 5 or May 29 VHF: Mar 12

Remarkable YOUSchedule your staff for this FREE 3-and-a-half hour workshop that teaches the value of “being present” when interacting with visitors and customers and reminds participants of the importance of providing Remarkable Service.Currently available to Northern BC Participants. WorldHost Training Services is partnering with the Northern BC Tourism Association to offer this Workshop as a lasting legacy of the 2015 Canada Winter Games.

FSJ: Jan 17 or Jan 20 or Jan 28 or Feb 7 or Feb 13VHF: Jan 29 or Feb 12

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CERTIFIED FIRST AID AND SAFETY TRAINING

ATV TrainingFSJ: Apr 16

Bear-Cougar AwareFSJ: Apr 24VHF: Mar 13

Confined Space FSJ: Feb 12 or Apr 22

Fall Protection FSJ: Feb 12 or Apr 22

Fire Training: Live Burn OrientationFSJ: May 9

First Aid TrainingOFA 1 VHF: Jan 17, Feb 14, Mar 11, Apr 7, Apr 22, May 13, and June 10FSJ: Jan 21, Feb 11, Mar 13, Apr 14, May 6, June 17OFA TE VHF: Apr 8, May 14FSJ: Apr 15, May 7, and Jun 18OFA Level 3 VHF: Mon-Fri, Mar 16 – 27 or May 25 – June 5FSJ: Mon-Fri, Jan 26 – Feb 6 or April 27 – May 8CPR/AED Level CVHF: Apr 9FSJ: Mar 26Standard First Aid for MinesFSJ: Jan 28 – 30 or Feb 10 – 12 or Apr 8 – 10Emergency Childcare First Aid & CPRVHF: Jun 20 FSJ: June 6Standard First Aid (2 Day)VHF: Apr 11 & 12FSJ: May 9 & 10Emergency First Aid & CPR VHF: Mar 19FSJ: Apr 14

Hazmat (Hazardous Materials Emergency Response)FSJ: May 2

H2S AliveFSJ: Feb 17 or Apr 17VHF: Mar 10

Propane 100FSJ: Apr 16

S100 Fire SuppressionVHF: May 6 & 7FSJ: Apr 25 & 26

S100 Fire Suppression RecertVHF: May 8FSJ: Apr 26

Spill ResponseFSJ: Apr 22

Swift Water RescueFSJ: May 6 – 8

UTV TrainingFSJ: May 1

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INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT) REVIEW FOR INTER-PROVINCIAL CERTIFICATIONIn BC, an individual can become certified as an Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) by completing the Industrial Mechanic program or by challenging the certification.This program is designed for individuals who have worked extensively in the industry, have met the ITA requirements and wish to challenge the exam. 70 Hrs.

FSJ: Mar 2 – 13, 2014Please register 2 weeks prior to start date.

ON-LINE TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES Call your local campus to make arrangements to do these courses on-line.

Pleasure Craft Operator

TDG – Transportation of Dangerous Goods

WHMIS – Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

CSTS-09 – Construction Safety Training System

PCST - Pipeline Construction Safety Training

ed2go offers on-line courses that are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. Study whenever and where-ever works for you! Visit your campus link for a full listing and to sign up.

FSJ: www.ed2go.com/cncfsjVHF and Fraser Lake: www.ed2go.com/cncvhf

GENERAL INTEREST COURSES

Babysitter TrainingVHF: May 9FSJ: Apr 24

Canadian Firearms Safety CourseVHF: Feb 21/22 or Apr 18/19FSJ: Jan 17/18 or Mar 21/22 or May 30/31

CORE Hunter TrainingVHF: Feb 23 – Mar 10FSJ: Feb 28 – Mar 5

Free Computer Training for Seniors at the HUB in Fort St. JamesCall the FSJ campus to register. Basic Computer Skills: Jan 20 or Mar 17Facebook 101: Apr 14Shopping Safely On-Line: Apr 18Working with Photos: May 12

Note: Course descriptions and fees are available on the website at www.cnc.bc.ca or by contacting your local campus. All courses are subject to funding and minimum enrollments.

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FUNDING OPPORTUNITYFunding for training is available to eligible British Columbians who are unemployed or who work less than 20 hours per week. If you are an eligible employer who employs lower skilled workers, training dollars may also be available. Please call or drop by the Progressive Employment office for details.139 First St E, Vanderhoof 250-567-5785Fort Outreach #242 -250 Stuart Dr, Fort St. James 250-996-8251Fraser Lake 1-866-567-7375

STUDENT SERVICES

Aboriginal Service Plan (ASP)Seven First Nations communities are represented on the Nechako ASP committee. This group works to provide guidance and direction to CNC to ensure programs and services are culturally relevant to the needs of member communities and learners.

Aboriginal Liaison/Coordinator, Support Workers/Elders on CampusSupports for Aboriginal student success are available at each campus. Contact your local campus.

Academic AdvisingSchedule a visit with an Academic Advisor for help with course selection, career choices, and securing education funding. The Advisor maintains a collection of college and university calendars to help you plan your education path, whether at CNC or another institution. Invigilation services available. Contact your local campus to schedule an appointment.

Career Technical Centre (CTC) – Dual Credits for High School StudentsGraduate from high school with one year of college already complete. Ask about upcoming programs in Nechako: ABT, Carpentry, and Welding. Speak to your local Career and Trades Program Coordinator to start the process.

Community Adult Literacy Program (CALP)Supports for adult learners wanting to increase their levels of literacy. Services include local tutors, referrals to other community agencies, essential skills training and help with cultural literacy for new Canadians. In Vanderhoof contact the Coordinator at the Neighbourhood Space: 250-567-4879. In Fort St. James contact the Coordinator at the Learning HUB: 250-996-7078. In Fraser Lake contact the Coordinator at 250-699-6249.

Early Intervention Services (EIS)The EIS Team includes a Speech and Language Pathologist and an Occupational Therapist. Service to all of our member communities can be accessed directly or via a referral from other agencies. Contact the Administration/Rehab Assistant for more information or to book an appointment: 250-567-6164.

The KEY Resource Centre in Fort St. JamesHealth, life and literacy outreach services to assist learners moving towards a healthier level of emotional/social health and well-being. Located at 360 Stuart Dr. W. Contact: 250-996-8933.

The Learning HUB in Fort St. JamesPrograms and resources for Life Long Learning. Provides support for learners, tutors, agencies and hosts community-wide literacy events. Literacy projects at the HUB are sponsored by Decoda Literacy Solutions. New Canadians receive assistance through the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Settlement Services Program. Contact: 250-996-7078

The Neighbourhood Space in VanderhoofThe Space is home to the Youth Drop-In Centre (open daily from 3 pm -6 pm) and the Community Adult Literacy Program (CALP). Located at 183 First St. W. (next to Subway Restaurant). For information contact the Space at 250-567-4879.

Resource Centres Resource centres are available in both campuses with access to the complete CNC library, public computers and internet access. Resource Centres offer a quiet place to do homework or work on on-line courses.

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FORT ST. JAMES CAMPUS179 Douglas Street, PO Box 1557Fort St. James, BC V0J 1P0Telephone: 250-996-7019Toll Free: 1-800-371-8111 Ext. 7101Fax: 250-996-7014E-mail: cncfsj@cnc.bc.ca

VANDERHOOF CAMPUS3231 Hospital RoadVanderhoof, BC V0J 3A2Telephone: 250-567-3200Toll Free: 1-877-567-3270Fax: 250-567-3217E-mail: nechako@cnc.bc.ca

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www.cnc.bc.ca

FRASER LAKE AND SURROUNDING AREAToll Free: 1-877-567-3270 E-mail: nechako@cnc.bc.ca