2020-2021 Aurora College Academic Calendar

This Calendar introduces our wide variety of programs, which include certificates, diplomas, degrees, trades, apprenticeship, and industrial training. Our programs have been designed specifically to meet the unique needs of Northerners and of the (NWT) labour market. We take pride in having programming that connects Northerners to educational opportunities throughout and the world, with a presence in nearly every NWT community. Students benefit from the College’s small class sizes, which ensure individual attention from instructors.

Historically, this land has been a place of hunting, harvesting and trading for the Chipewyan, Cree, Gwich’in, , Inuvialuit, Métis, North Slavey, South Slavey and Tłıchǫ̨ peoples. Aspects from this diverse cultural history have been incorporated into programs of study including the Education, Business, Developmental Studies, Environment and Natural Resources Technology, and Nursing programs. The School of Trades, Apprenticeships and Industrial Training reflects the needs of our modern North, ensuring our graduates are well prepared for employment in the current and future economies.

Aurora College has grown from a small adult vocational centre in the 1960s to the comprehensive post- secondary institution it is today. Our programs combine theory with practical hands-on experience, incorporating both the rich Traditional Knowledge and cultures of the north and the most up-to-date knowledge, theory, theoretical and practical learnings in each program area. This has created an innovative programming mix that makes being a student of Aurora College a transformative experience.

Please explore our course and program offerings in this calendar and make the choice to join us in the near future. The result will be a rewarding educational experience that both prepares you for employment and enriches your life.

In addition to the programs outlined in this calendar, Aurora College offers a large selection of non-credit and Continuing Education courses and workshops through our three campuses and 21 Community Learning Centres.

1 Mission Statement Aurora College is focused on Student Success and is committed to supporting the development of our Northern society through excellence in education, training and research that is culturally sensitive and responsive to the people we serve.

Table of Contents Information School of Developmental Studies Message from Student Services 2 Adult Literacy and Basic Education (ALBE) 35 Mission Statement 4 Adult Literacy and Basic Education Equivalencies 38 History of Aurora College 6 Occupations and College Access Program (OCAP) 39 Aurora College Contact Information 8 University and College Access Program (UCAP) 42 Aurora Research Institute 9 Academic Schedule 10 School of Education Fees and Financial Assistance 11 Bachelor of Education Degree 47 How to Apply 12 Early Learning & Child Care Diploma 50 International Students 13 Early Childhood Development Certificate 54 Continuing Education 13 Certificate In Adult Education 57 Partnerships 14 Articulation and Transfer Agreements 14 School of Health and Human Services Rights and Responsibilities 16 Bachelor of Science in Nursing 59 Policies 20 Practical Nursing Diploma 62 Student Services 22 Personal Support Worker Certificate 63 Financial Assistance 25 Community Health Representative Certificate 65

School of Arts and Science School of Trades, Apprenticeship and Environment and Natural Resources 26 Industrial Training Technology Diploma Apprenticeship Programs 66 Heavy Equipment Operator 67 School of Business and Leadership Introduction to the Mining Industry 69 Business Administration Diploma/Certificate 29 Underground Miner 70 Office Administration Diploma/Certificate 31 Surface Miner 71 Northern Leadership Development 33 Mineral Processing Operator 72 Building Trades Helper 73 Camp Cook 74 Geoscience Field Assistant 75 Fundamentals of Carpentry 77 Fundamentals of Electrical 78

Aurora College has made every effort to ensure that the information in this publication is accurate and complete at the time of publication. However, Aurora College reserves the right to make changes in its admission policies, procedures, educational costs and curricula without notice or obligation. Some course numbers may not align with syllabi. Please consult the Aurora College website or the Registrar’s office for the most current information.

The programs and courses outlined in the calendar will be offered subject to sufficient enrolment and funding.

4 5 History of Aurora College Aurora College is the cornerstone of the NWT During the same time period, community adult Today, Aurora College is a modern and comprehensive and Basic Education, Literacy and Essential Skills post-secondary education system. It operates three education centres were transferred to the College post-secondary institution connected through transfer courses, third-party funded specialized programs, campuses and 21 Community Learning Centres in from the GNWT Department of Education, creating a agreements and partnerships to a wide network of and a variety of Continuing Education classes and communities, both large and small, spread over truly pan-territorial adult education system. technical schools, colleges and universities throughout workshops. more than 1.1 million square kilometres. Throughout As the college system developed, a parallel series Canada and the circumpolar world. Recent milestones In 2018, the Government of the Northwest its history, the College has changed as the Northwest of developments occurred in the NWT science are the College’s 50th Anniversary, a Celebration of 50 Territories committed to transforming Aurora College Territories evolved from a jurisdiction run from community. The Science Advisory Board was created Years of Research with the Aurora Research Institute into a Polytechnic University. The transformation Ottawa to an elected consensus style territorial in 1975 to advise the NWT government on matters (Aurora College’s research division), and 20 Years of will result in a wider variety of high-quality post- government with its own unique cultural and relating to science and research. In 1984, the Science Nursing education in the NWT. secondary programs available in the NWT. This will educational needs. Advisory Board became the Science Institute of the In addition to a broad range of trades and increase opportunities for NWT youth and residents More than 50 years ago, in 1968, the Heavy NWT, with its head office in and major apprenticeship training and certificate, diploma, and to succeed in accessing careers and jobs that will Equipment Operator, was offered in Fort Smith. research centres in the communities of and degree programs, Aurora College offers Adult Literacy help build the economy, now and into the future. Following the introduction of a teacher education Igloolik. program later that year, Adult Vocational Training In 1995, in anticipation of the division of the Centre (AVTC) was created. NWT into two territories, the government of the Throughout the 1970s, both vocational and NWT created two college systems to serve the academic programming at AVTC grew. Trades unique needs of each new territory. In the east, training expanded to include Carpenter, Heavy Duty Arctic College would help the people of Equipment Technician and Housing Maintainer. Nunavut build a skilled public sector. In the west, In 1976, the College established its longest- Arctic College became Aurora College, which would standing partnership agreement, working with serve the people of the new Northwest Territories, the University of to create a formal where training needs were increasingly driven by transfer agreement for a Teacher Education Diploma major industrial developments. At the same time, Program. The transfer agreement meant students the GNWT integrated the Science Institute into the could use their diplomas as the first two years of a colleges, providing each with a research institute to Bachelor of Education Degree. The College built upon serve its specific needs. its partnership with the University of Saskatchewan, Aurora College continued to evolve as the needs expanding the two-year diploma in teacher education of the NWT labour market changed. In response to a three-year diploma, and, in 2007, replacing that to a need for more nurses, the College established program with a Bachelor of Education Degree. the Northern Nursing Diploma Program in 1994, Programs such as Business Administration, which quickly established a national reputation Environment and Natural Resources Technology and for excellence. In recognition of the success of the Office Administration became mainstays. By the end diploma program and the quality of its students, the of the 1970s, the institution had expanded beyond its College developed a partnership with the University vocational roots, and in 1981 the Honourable Dennis of Victoria to begin delivery of a Bachelor of Science Patterson, Minister of Education, elevated the adult in Nursing Degree in 2000. training centre in Fort Smith to a fully accredited In response to rapid growth in the NWT industrial college with a governing body. The new institution sector, the College has developed and offered a was called Thebacha College. number of programs that focus directly on preparing The next decade was a period of exciting expansion Northerners for employment in the mining and oil for the NWT College system. In 1986, the government and gas sectors. Mineral Processing, Drill Rig Training, passed an act creating Arctic College, which consisted Pipeline Operations Training, Diamond Cutting of Thebacha Campus in Fort Smith, Kitikmeot Campus and Polishing, Introduction to the Mining Industry, in Cambridge Bay and Nunatta Campus in Iqaluit. Underground Miner Training, Surface Miner Training Between 1986 and 1989, additional campuses were and other related programs have been developed created in Yellowknife, Inuvik, and Rankin Inlet. in consultation and partnership with Indigenous governments and industry, which ensured that programs have met the needs of both the people of the North and the labour market. 6 7 Aurora College Aurora Research Institute Aurora College delivers The Aurora Research Institute (ARI) is the research and scientific arm of programs at three campuses, 21 Aurora College. ARI operates three research centres: Inuvik, Fort Smith, and Community Learning Centres, Yellowknife. and other community sites in the NWT. The Office of the President Aurora Research Institute’s mandate is to improve the quality of life for NWT residents by applying is located in Fort Smith. The scientific, technological, and Indigenous knowledge to solve northern problems and advance social Aurora Research Institute, a and economic goals. As such, the Aurora Research Institute is responsible for: division of Aurora College, has three research centres which • Licensing and coordinating research in accordance with the NWT Scientists Act; offer licensing and research • Promoting communication between researchers and the people of the communities in which assistance throughout the NWT. they work; The Aurora Research Institute • Promoting public awareness of the importance of science, technology and Indigenous Head Office is located in Inuvik. knowledge; • Fostering a scientific community within the NWT which recognizes and uses the Traditional Knowledge of northern Indigenous peoples; • Making scientific and Traditional Knowledge available to people of the NWT; and Office of the President • Supporting or conducting research which contributes to the social, cultural and economic 50 Conibear Crescent prosperity of the people of the NWT. Box 1290, Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0 Tel: (867) 872-7009 Fax: (867) 872-5143 Contact the Aurora Research Institute:

Aurora Campus Western Arctic Research Centre South Slave Research Centre North Slave Research Centre 87 Gwich’in Road Box 1450 Box 45 5004-54th Street Box 1008, Inuvik, NT X0E 0T0 Inuvik, NT X0E 0T0 Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0 Yellowknife, NT X1A 2R3 Tel: (867) 777-7800 Community Learning Centres Phone: (867) 777-3298 Phone: (867) 872-7080 Phone: (867) 920-31623 Fax: (867) 777-2850 Fax: (867) 777-4264 Fax: (867) 872-5024 Fax: (867) 873-0358 Toll free: 1-866-287-2655 867-978-2224 / 2460 Fax Behchokǫ̀ 867-392-6082 / 6366 Fax Thebacha Campus Délınę̨ 867-589-3701 / 4036 Fax 50 Conibear Crescent /Ndilǫ 867-920-2003 / 873-2583 Fax Box 600, Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0 867-598-2270 / 2744 Fax Tel: (867) 872-7500 867-770-3064 / 3064 Fax Fax: (867) 872-4511 Fort McPherson 867-952-2551 / 2647 Fax Toll free: 1-866-266-4966 867-699-3231 / 4305 Fax 867-394-5401 / 3181 Fax Yellowknife North 867-695-7339/ 7353 Fax Slave Campus Gamètı̀ 867-997-3200 / 3201 Fax 5004-54th Street - Hay River 867-874-6455 / 4201 Fax Northern United Place Kátł’odeeche 867-874-3107/4354 Fax Bag Service 9700, Łutselk’e 867-370-3013/3013 Fax Yellowknife, NT X1A 2R3 867-587-7154 / 2117 Fax Tel: (867) 920-3030 867-953-3036 / 3038 Fax Fax: (867) 873-0333 867-977-2328 / 2275 Fax Toll free: 1-866-291-4866 Tulit’a 867-588-4313 / 4714 Fax 867-396-4213 / 4312 Fax Wekweètı̀ 867-713-2023 / 2019 Fax Whatı̀ 867-573-3084 / 3085 Fax

8 9 IMPORTANT NOTICE FEES AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE This may require students to apply to the institution and pay appropriate The information presented in this calendar ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS application fees. Please verify application is prepared several months in advance of Admission requirements may vary from one requirements for the Aurora College the academic year for which it is intended to program to another. Check the detailed program program to which you are applying. provide guidance, and students are advised that sections of this calendar for program-specific the information is subject to ongoing review admission requirements. STUDENT ACCOMMODATION and revision. The offering of programs and 2020-2021 Academic Schedule Rental Rates courses is dependent upon sufficient enrolment MATURE STUDENTS a) Residence Room $350.00 per month and on the availability of funding. Prospective The dates listed are guidelines. Please If you do not have the academic requirements b) Bachelor Apt. $525.00 per month students should contact the nearest Campus contact the appropriate Campus for exact for direct entry, you may be eligible as a c) 1 Bedroom Apt. $600.00 per month to confirm the delivery of program of choice. start and end dates. mature student. A mature student must be d) 2 Bedroom Apt. $650.00 per month Therefore, the content of this calendar is 20 years of age or older, and have been out of e) 3-4 Bedroom House/Apt. $775.00 per month subject to change without notice (e.g.: tuition, Summer Term 2020 school for at least one year. fees, programs deliveries) and every student July 1 Holiday - Canada Day Mature applicants will be required to complete accepted for registration in the College shall be ADDITIONAL FEES Beginning of July Summer term begins the Aurora College Placement Package. deemed to have agreed to any such deletion, Fall/Winter August 3 Holiday - Civic Candidates who do not meet the academic revision or addition whether made before or Full-time Mid August Summer term ends requirements for admission into a program will after said acceptance. Student Association fees - $25.00/term be recommended for enrolment in Adult Literacy Recreation fee- $25.00/term Fall Term 2020 and Basic Education or preparatory courses. Computer fee - $50.00/term Aurora College does not accept any responsibility August 10 Last day to for loss or damage suffered or incurred by any submit applications APPLICATION FEE Part-time student as a result of suspension or termination August/September Registration/Orientation/ A fee of $40 is payable to Aurora College Student Association fee - $10.00/term of services, courses or classes caused by strikes, Fall term begins upon the submission of your application for Recreation fee- $25.00/term lockouts, riots, weather, damage to College September 7 Holiday - Labour Day any UCAP, OCAP, Certificate, Diploma, Degree Computer fee - $50.00/term property or for any other cause beyond the October 12 Holiday - Thanksgiving or Trades (except Apprenticeship) programs. reasonable control of Aurora College. November 11 Holiday - Remembrance Day There is no application fee for ALBE. Off-Campus Programs Mid December Fall term ends Flipping through this calendar is the first step TUITION FEES Computer fee- $50.00/term (if Moodle or Email is required) on the path to a great career. The next step to Winter Term 2021 The fees for the current academic year are a successful and rewarding future is enrolling Beginning of January Registration/Orientation/ listed below. All fees are payable in advance Spring in an Aurora College course or program at any April 2 Holiday - Good Friday and Subject To Change. Full-time & Part-time of the locations throughout the Northwest April 5 Holiday - Easter Monday $365.00 per course up to two courses Student Association fee - $0.00/term Territories. Whether you have just finished End of April Winter term ends $1800.00 per semester Recreation fee- $25.00/term school, are returning to school after a few years, $2400.00 per delivery for Heavy Equipment Computer fee - $50.00/term continuing your education or changing careers, Spring Term 2021 Operator program Aurora College offers a range of educational Beginning of May Spring term begins $2400.00 for first semester of first year ENRTP Trades Programs 2 months or shorter options that can lead to a bright future. May 24 Holiday - Victoria Day (Field camp cost is $1060 for part time only) Student Association fee - $10.00/term Mid June Spring term ends Adult Literacy and Basic Education (ALBE) Recreation fee- $25.00/term Do you have dreams and goals? Aurora College June 21 Holiday - National students do not pay tuition or student fees. Computer fee - $50.00/term can help you achieve them. This calendar Indigenous Peoples Day provides most of the information that you’ll TRANSFER CREDIT FEES Programs longer than 2 months need to learn more about courses, programs, 1. The fee to transfer credits to Aurora Student Association fee - $25.00/term eligibility requirements, upgrading, financial College from another post-secondary Recreation fee- $25.00/term assistance, Campus and Community Learning instution is $70.00 per course. Computer fee - $50.00/term Centre locations, Student Services, and contact 2. Some programs have transfer agreements information. Use this book for ideas and with other universities and/or course As and when required: inspiration. Discover what you can do and how work required from other institutions (e.g. Course extension fee - $30.00 far you can go. Discover your potential! Business Administration, Nursing, and Duplicate documents of recognition - $15.00 Bachelor of Education). Official Transcripts - $5.00 Duplicate receipts - $5.00 10 11 NSF cheques - $30.00 • One calendar month prior to your start gov.nt.ca. Please note that Student Aurora Campus Supplemental examination or assignment - date for programs commencing in all other Financial Assistance is administered by Coordinator, Continuing Education $40.00 months. the Department of Education, Culture and Phone (867) 777-7816 Prior Learning Assessment - $70.00/per course For additional information, refer to the ECE’s Employment (ECE). While Aurora College Fax (867) 777-2850 Transfer Credit - $70.00/per course website at www.nwtsfa.gov.nt.ca staff can provide general information on Examination sitting fee - $15.00 SFA, we do not administer the program or Thebacha Campus Invigilation fee - To be determined at Campus Contact your applicable funding agency for provide funds. Contact ECE for information Coordinator, Continuing Education detailed information. SFA does not require that about SFA and to apply. More detailed Phone (867) 872-7507 Laundry you have been accepted by Aurora College information is available on the website at Fax (867) 872-4511 Students in Grand DeTour (one and two prior to applying. www.nwtsfa.gov.nt.ca. bedroom units) will be charged a laundry fee of Yellowknife North Slave Campus $20/month and students in stand-alone houses If you require financial assistance, you must AFTER YOU APPLY Coordinator, Continuing Education (family units) will be charged $30/month. contact the assisting agency or department You will receive a letter acknowledging that your Phone (867) 920-8802 Students in residence units with paid laundry directly, as Aurora College has no role in the application has been received and requesting Fax (867)873-0333 machines will continue to pay a per load fee. granting or approval of financial assistance. any additional information or documentation You will be informed by the appropriate agency that maybe required. You will be contacted if CUSTOMIZED TRAINING Books and Materials once your application has been reviewed. The Continuing Education department an interview is needed. Some programs require Contact your campus or Community Learning Check with your sponsoring agency regarding at Aurora College has a mandate to offer interviews while others do not. Centre for program-specific fees relating to application deadlines. Sponsor letters should quality, cost effective programs for personal books and materials. Textbooks for the ALBE be forwarded to the campus location to which and professional development. Courses are program are provided free of charge. Students you have applied. Apply early to give yourself You will be notified via email when you are: customized to suit your specific training will be able purchase textbooks online at the the best chance to get funding. Some programs a) accepted, with information on how to requirements/goals. We offer practical, Aurora College Bookstore by going to the URL: have limited funds to allocate. proceed with registration; hands-on training relevant to real work www.auroracollegebookstore.ca b) not accepted, but recommended for situations. Training is delivered in a concise, another field of study at Aurora College; or time-sensitive manner, which enables FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE HOW TO APPLY c) not accepted, with an explanation. employees to gain the maximum amount You may be eligible for financial assistance of learning - at our facilities or yours. If you through (but not limited to): Applying to Aurora College is straightforward. would like more information on customized • Student Financial Assistance Program, If you require any assistance with forms, or INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS training for your organization, please contact Department of Education, Culture have any questions about our programs and your local Continuing Education Coordinator and Employment, Government of the services, please do not hesitate to contact our Current information is available on our at Aurora College. Northwest Territories; staff at any Aurora College location, or call website: www.auroracollege.nt.ca • Employment and Social Development the toll-free number at the campus nearest CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES Canada (formerly known as Human you. Application deadline is August 10, 2020 Courses in the following categories may be Resources and Skills Development for most programs. Application deadlines for offered at the Campus nearest you. Canada); Heavy Equipment Operator are in November CONTINUING EDUCATION • Business Development • Indigenous Skills and Employment Training and June. Contact Thebacha Campus for • Computer Training Strategy (ISETS); exact dates. For help with Student Financial To find out what courses are currently being • Finance and Accounting • Indigenous Organizations. Assistance, please contact the Department of offered at a campus near you, visit the Aurora • General Interest Education, Culture and Employment in your College website at www.auroracollege.nt.ca • Personal Skill Development If you are applying for funding through Student area, or call toll-free at 1-800-661-0793. and follow the Program links to Continuing • First Aid/CPR Financial Assistance (SFA) Program with Education for each campus, or contact us • Project Management the Department of Education, Culture and 1. Apply online at: https://www. directly at: • Leadership Employment (ECE), your application must be auroracollege.nt.ca/site/admissions/ Course delivery is not limited to this list. received by ECE no later than: or visit your local campus or community Please contact your local Continuing Education • June 30 for programs commencing learning centre. Applications are reviewed Coordinator for more information. between August 16 and September 30; in the order that they arrive, so the • October 31 for programs commencing in earlier you apply the better your chance January; or of entering the program of your choice. 2. Apply on-line for Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) Student Financial Assistance (SFA) at www.nwtsfa. 12 13 PARTNERSHIPS institutions in Alberta, Northwest Territories, resources, facilities, and expertise to build Yukon, and Nunavut. The Guide and other * Check with the office of the Vice President, post-secondary education programs that transfer information are available online at Education and Training, for current program are relevant and accessible to northern Aurora College works with Indigenous, transfer agreements between Aurora College www.transferalberta.ca or by contacting: students. The overall goal is to create a strong, municipal, territorial, and federal governments; and other institutions. business, industry, and non-government sustainable circumpolar region by empowering Alberta Council on Admissions and Transfer northerners and northern communities organizations to ensure the timely delivery ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 11th Floor, Commerce Place through education and shared knowledge. of relevant and high-quality post-secondary Each university maintains its own admissions 10155 – 102 Street programming throughout the Northwest policy. Check with the Registrar at the Edmonton, AB T5J 4L5 The University of the Arctic promotes Territories. institution to which you are applying to see Phone: (780) 422-9021 education that is circumpolar, which policies apply to you. Programs delivered and funded through Email: [email protected] interdisciplinary, and diverse in nature, and draws on the combined strengths of partnership arrangements form a key area CERTIFICATION Listed below are some of the organizations member institutions to address the unique of college operations. These programs Participants will receive an Aurora College with which Aurora College has current transfer challenges of the region. UArctic recognizes may focus on immediate training needs or transcript as the official document of agreements. Some courses in the listed the integral role of Indigenous peoples in address recurring or high-demand program recognition. requirements. programs may not be transferable under northern education, and seeks to engage their existing agreements. Additional transfer perspectives in all of its activities. ADDITIONAL FEES arrangements may be in place. Please contact the Admissions office at your All students must pay a registration fee nearest Campus location to find out more to the university at which they apply. For Certificate in Adult Education information about these programs. a description of other fees that may be • University of Alberta applicable, see the appropriate university calendar or check with the Registrar. Part-time ARTICULATION AND TRANSFER Environment and Natural Resources students pay on a course-by-course basis. CREDIT AGREEMENTS Technology Diploma • Wildlife Technology Program by the North Financial assistance (grants, loans, etc.) Aurora College has a wide variety of American Wildlife Technology Association may be available from the Student Financial accreditation and transfer credit agreements • University of Saskatchewan (BA Northern Assistance Program, Department of with other post-secondary institutions and Studies) Education, Culture and Employment (ECE), organizations. These are reviewed on an • University of Lethbridge (BSc Government of the Northwest Territories ongoing basis. Environmental Science) (GNWT). Other student financial assistance • University of Northern British Columbia Transfer credit is the awarding of course credits may be available through your Regional Career Development Officer at ECE. earned at another post-secondary educational Business Administration Diploma institution for an equivalent course. If you • University of Saskatchewan (BA Northern Aurora College and any partner universities have completed the equivalent of an Aurora Studies) reserve the right to make changes to College course at another institution, you may • University of Lethbridge any policies or procedures, fees, course apply for transfer credit after you have been • Athabasca University availability, delivery mode, schedules or accepted to the College. Approval of transfer • Certified General Accountants (CGA) credits is at the discretion of the Registrar. program requirements at any time without further notice. Students are responsible for Additional information on transfer credits can Bachelor of Education Degree informing themselves of the regulations and be obtained from the program manager of the • University of Saskatchewan College program of interest. requirements of their program. Bachelor of Science In Nursing UNIVERSITY OF THE ARCTIC Students wishing to obtain transfer credits from • University of Victoria Aurora College at post-secondary institutions Aurora College is a University of the Arctic member institution. The University of the in Alberta should refer to the Alberta Transfer Most Programs* Arctic (UArctic) is a cooperative network of Guide. It lists all courses and program transfer • universities, colleges, and other organizations agreements between post - secondary • Yukon College committed to higher education and research in the circumpolar North. Members share

14 15 YOUR RIGHTS AND examination, portfolio review and other audit status, you must have written permission STUDENT ACADEMIC EVALUATION RESPONSIBILITIES AS AN methods approved by the Registrar. A fee is to audit the course from the Program Manager (BYLAWS #2 AND #3) charged for each course that is challenged. and the instructor who is teaching the course. The standard minimum grade that you need AURORA COLLEGE STUDENT You must apply to the Office of the Registrar As an auditing student, you are not required to to pass a course is 50 percent. The standard for challenge credits. complete assignments or examinations. In the minimum cumulative average of all your As an Aurora College student it is important event that you choose to complete assignments courses that you need to maintain is 60 that you are aware of your responsibilities REGISTRATION or examinations, the results may not be used percent. Some courses and programs may and rights and the College’s academic (BYLAW #3 AND POLICY C.44) for credit purposes, unless you have requested have different minimum requirements. These standards and expectations. Aurora You must be registered to participate in a a change in status from audit to credit before will be listed in the program outlines, the College has three bylaws that govern course or program. delivery of the third class of the course. course outline and course syllabus. If your student conduct; academic standards; • Registration creates a contract between course mark or cumulative average falls below and student loss of privileges, penalties, the student and the College, under WITHDRAWAL (POLICY C.30) the required minimum, you may be placed on sanctions and appeals. In addition, there which the student agrees to adhere to A student may withdraw from an Aurora College academic probation or dismissed. You must are policies and procedures dealing with the the policies of the College. course or program without academic penalty if successfully complete all of the requirements administration and operation of the College. • You are responsible for completing and he or she withdraws prior to the completion of described in the course outline and course Key elements of the bylaws and policies are submitting all documents required for one-third of the course or program delivery. A syllabus. In some courses and programs failure outlined below. The complete and current registration at the beginning of each student may be permitted to withdraw, without to complete all required course work will result versions are available through the Campus term. academic penalty, from a course or program in failure in the course or program regardless Admissions Office, your local Community • You may not register in subsequent after the withdrawal deadline if his or her of your computed percentile grade. This will Learning Centre, and online at http:// terms until all accounts with the academic performance is significantly affected be clearly stated in the program outlines, auroracollege.nt.ca/_live/pages/wpPages/ College have been settled or a suitable by extenuating circumstances. course outlines, and syllabi. AboutPolicies.aspx repayment plan has been approved by Note: Aurora College’s policies and the College’s Director of Finance. procedures are being revised to reflect the • You must have an official letter of current authorities and responsibilities and acceptance signed by the Registrar to to ensure they comply with our bylaws. register as a student. • You are responsible for registering on PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT AND the date specified in your official letter RECOGNITION (POLICY C.03) of acceptance. Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition • To be registered, you must comply with (PLAR) is used to recognize past learning. all registration procedures, including The PLAR process can be used to show that payment of fees associated with a College applicant meets the admission registration. requirements for a program and/or that a • Registration dates and procedures student of the College is entitled to obtain for Continuing Education courses, credit for one or more courses within a workshops and seminars are available program. In order to be considered for PLAR, from the Continuing Education Office. you must apply in writing to the Office of • You are responsible for notifying the the Registrar at the time of application. The Admissions Office in writing of any Registrar, in consultation with appropriate changes of address, phone number or program staff, will assess prior learning. You any other pertinent information. may be granted up to 40 percent of a total program or course requirement through PLAR. AUDIT STATUS (POLICY C.29) You may apply to audit any regular credit Course credits can be obtained by course as long as space is available. You are successfully challenging an Aurora College required to pay the full tuition and materials course. Credit by challenge may be fee for audited courses. Prior to applying for evaluated through written and/or oral

16 17 GRADING OF COURSES (BYLAW # 2) SUPPLEMENTAL EXAMINATIONS AND All students are required to maintain the A standardized system of grading is used in ASSIGNMENTS (BYLAW #2 AND POLICY C.27) highest standards of academic integrity during all academic preparation, pre-employment, A student who has missed a final exam or final all of their studies at the College. Students are skill training, apprenticeship programs, and assignment due to extenuating circumstances not to participate in acts that compromise the classroom courses in certificate, diploma, and may apply to the course instructor to write integrity of the academic process. degree programs. Planned and required learning a supplemental final exam or to complete a activities such as practicums, internships, and supplemental final assignment for the course. The possession and/or consumption of alcohol, camps may be graded in a different manner. illegal drugs or other intoxicants on Aurora You must document the extenuating College property or during College sponsored Grade Point Average* circumstances that existed to warrant activities is prohibited. The grade point average (GPA) measures consideration of a supplemental examination or achievement in credit courses, and is calculated as assignment, and submit this documentation to the Harassment in any form is not acceptable. follows: course instructor. Every member of the Aurora College Total Grade Points community has the right to perform his/her = GPA Total Credits Note: In some cases, it may not be possible role at the College free from harassment. for the College to offer supplemental final Each course is assigned a credit value based on examinations or final assignments, regardless SCENTS AND FRAGRANCES course hours. of circumstances. The course outlines and Scents and fragrances cause some people to course syllabi will clearly indicate which courses have severe reactions. In order for Aurora 1. Multiply the number of credits by the grade do not allow supplemental final examinations College to provide a healthy and safe points received for each course. or final assignments. environment, all staff, students, and visitors 2. Total the grade point value for each course. to Aurora College facilities should refrain from 3. Divide the total grade point value by the total CONVOCATION (POLICY C.17) using perfume, cologne, and other scented number of credits. Aurora College holds convocation ceremonies products. at each campus for students who successfully complete the requirements for Aurora College SMOKING (NWT LEGISLATION) *This calculation is done on an ongoing basis for the entire program (cumulative grade point programs leading to a certificate, diploma, or As per GNWT legislation, smoking is not average) but can be manually calculated on a term by term basis. This grade point average degree. A student must be in good standing permitted in any College facility, vehicle, or calculation is used to determine: a) eligibility for some awards and scholarships; b) progression to financially with the College in order to workplace. This include vaping, tobacco, and the next term or year of study; c) if program honour requirements have been met; d) if transfer participate in convocation. cannabis. requirements to other colleges have been met. COPYRIGHT (POLICY B.18) STUDENT APPEALS (BYLAW #3) The reproduction or use of creative property in Aurora College has a formal appeal process any form by staff or students of Aurora College is through which students may appeal Example: subject to copyright or other protective legislation. assignment of interim and final grades; Aurora College recognizes the Canadian legislation dismissal from a course, required learning X on copyright relating to the reproduction of activity, or program; disciplinary action taken materials and does not sanction or authorize any as a result of academic or non-academic infringements or violations of copyright. misconduct; and eviction from College housing. Students are strongly encouraged to resolve STUDENT CONDUCT (BYLAW #1) issues informally before making an appeal. As an adult learner, you are expected to conduct yourself in an acceptable manner as defined by While it is intended that the programs of government laws and regulations and College study and the regulations set forth in this bylaws, policies, procedures, rules, and guidelines. calendar will apply for the current academic *29.1 ÷ 9 = 3.23 GPA = Misconduct may lead to loss of privileges, year, Aurora College reserves the right to penalties or sanctions up to and including make changes as required. dismissal from a program, expulsion from the College and/or eviction from College Housing.

18 19 AURORA COLLEGE POLICIES TO DETERMINE WHICH POLICY IS RELEVANT IN ANY GIVEN Aurora College has many policies guiding its operation and three bylaws relevant to students. The complete bylaws, policies, and procedures are available on the Aurora College website. Important SITUATION, LOOK UP THE SITUATION IN THE CHART BELOW bylaws and policies include: POLICY AND QUICK REFERENCE Bylaws Topic Bylaw or Policy #1: Student Conduct Academic misconduct /dishonesty Bylaw #1 Student Conduct #2: Academic and Performance Standards Academic performance standards Bylaw #2 Academic and Performance Standards #3: Student Loss of Privileges, Penalties, Sanctions, and Appeals Academic probation Bylaw #3 Student Loss of Privileges, Penalties, Sanctions, and Appeals Accommodating disabilities Policy D.14 Support for Students with Disabilities Policies Alcohol Bylaw #1 Student Conduct B.18 Copyright Appeals Bylaw #3 Student Loss of Privileges, Penalties, Sanctions, and Appeals C.01 Transfer Credit Attendance Policy C.02 Course and Program Attendance C.02 Course and Program Attendance C.12 College Application, Admission, and Continuation Copyright Policy B.18 Copyright C.13 Course Extensions Course extensions Policy C.13 Course Extensions C.27 Supplemental Final Examinations and Assignments Drugs (Illicit) Bylaw #1 Student Conduct C.30 Student Withdrawal Extending my lease Policy D.05 Student Housing C.44 Registration Eviction from housing Policy D.05 Student Housing C.48 Transcripts Financial credit Policy J.04 Student Financial Credit C.49 Program Completion Grace Period Harassment Bylaw #1 Student Conduct C.50 Academic Freedom Housing rules Policy D.05 Student Housing D.05 Student Housing Marijuana (Intoxicants) Bylaw #1 Student Conduct D.14 Support for Students with Disabilities Non-academic misconduct Bylaw #1 Student Conduct H.08 Vehicle Use Plagiarism (Academic Misconduct) Bylaw #1 Student Conduct I.02 Research Administration I.03 Integrity in Scholarship and Research PLAR Policy C.03 Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition I.04 Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Human Subjects Probation Bylaw #3 Student Loss of Privileges, Penalties, Sanctions, and Appeals I.05 Care of Animals in Teaching and Research Rent Policy D.05 Student Housing J.01 Program / Course Withdrawal Tuition Refund Staying in housing Policy D.05 Student Housing J.02 Fees for more than one year J.04 Student Financial Credit Student conduct Bylaw #1 Student Conduct Student fees Policy J.02 Fees Support for Students with Disabilities (Policy D.14) Summer housing Policy D.05 Student Housing Aurora College recognizes its obligations to ensure that its programs and services are available Summer storage Policy D.05 Student Housing to student with disabilities. College staff share a responsibility to accommodate students with Transfer Credit Policy C.01 Transfer Credit disabilities. Applicants / students are responsible for notifying the College of their disability. Tuition fees Policy J.02 Fees Student Conduct (Bylaw #1) Unsatisfactory academic Bylaw #3 Student Loss of Privileges, Penalties, Sanctions, and Appeals 5.1 All students shall conduct themselves in an acceptable manner as defined by performance statutes and regulations, College bylaws, policies, procedures, rules and Withdrawing from program/course Policy C.30 Student Withdrawal guidelines. 5.2 Misconduct may lead to loss of privileges, penalties or sanctions up to and including dismissal from a program, expulsion from the College and/or eviction from College housing.

20 21 STUDENT SERVICES Accommodation applications are forwarded staff are also available to provide a safe place child care you may contact the Student to Residence/Housing staff only after you to talk or share. Services division at the appropriate campus, STUDENT SERVICES MISSION have submitted all required application or contact the local child care centres in the Student Services enhances the mission of Aurora documents. Accommodations applications STUDENT LIFE AND WELLNESS community. There are limited spaces in most College. We enrich the College experience and will not be processed until program Aurora College’s Student Life and Wellness community day care centres and Day Homes, student life by providing personalized quality applications are complete. programs arrange a variety of athletic, cultural, so apply early. supports, resources and information. We inspire recreational, and wellness activities designed students and their families to lead healthy, well- For more information on rates, availability, to make your stay on campus more enjoyable. For information on childcare please visit balanced lives and succeed in acheiving their goals. priority programs, and deadlines related to They are designed to ensure your education www. ece.gov.nt.ca and click on Early Childhood accommodations, please contact the Student is an holistic balance of mind, body and spirit. Development. There is also a list of childcare Some of the many services provided by the Services Office at the campus to which you are For more information please call the toll-free available in our Student Toolkit on our website. Student Services Division are: applying. Aurora College makes every attempt to number for your campus. • Orientation to college life accommodate students with disabilities. STUDENT TOOL KIT (ONLINE) • Academic, career and personal counselling STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS The Student Services Division has created • Employment counselling STUDENT SUCCESS A student association is established at an online Student Tool Kit with some helpful • Financial information As part of the Student Success initiative, each each campus. The associations are student links. They are organized under the categories: • Personal development of the Aurora College campuses has a Student organizations governed by an executive, which Academics, Technology, Finance, Wellness, • Referrals Success Coordinator. The Student Success is elected annually. You are required to pay a Services, and Employment. We will continue to • Cultural celebrations and ceremonies Coordinator arranges academic assistance for student association fee at all campuses. The add to these links over time as we develop new For information on the full range of services students in the form of tutoring, workshops, a student associations, through their executives, tools and learn of others. Check it out: https:// or hours of operation, please call the toll-free collection of resources, and career counselling. To are responsible for social activities, some www.auroracollege.nt.ca/site/current- number for your campus. find out more about the Student Success activity, publications, coordination of events and students/student-toolkit/ please contact the coordinator at your Campus. communication between students and the ADMISSIONS OFFICE administration of Aurora College. LIBRARY SERVICES The Admissions Office at each campus SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES, AND AWARDS Aurora College provides libraries at each of is responsible for administering student A broad range of scholarships, bursaries The student associations at each campus may the three campuses and the Aurora Research admissions and registrations, course changes and awards are available to students. For sell College clothing and memorabilia. For Institute. Libraries support students and staff and maintaining student records. information on awards, please contact: more information on services provided by the through a full range of library services. Library • the Student Services Office at any Campus student association at your campus, please call collections across the three campuses include OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR • the GNWT Department of Education, the toll-free number for your campus. 25,000+ books, journals, videos, government The Office of the Registrar issues certificates, Culture and Employment documents, and a wide array of electronic diplomas, transcripts, and all other documents • the Research Centres of the Aurora CHILD CARE resources. Internet access and inter-library loan of recognition. Research Institute Aurora College does not provide child care services are available at all campus libraries. services. If you require information about ACCOMMODATION See the pdf documents on our website entitled Aurora College has a limited number of single and Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards for further family accommodations available for out-of-town information. students enroled in full-time studies at its campuses. COUNSELLING Each campus has programs that receive priority Aurora College has counsellors at all three consideration for student accommodations. campuses to assist students. In addition to Applications for housing are considered according one-on-one services in the areas of career to the priority of the program you have been exploration and personal wellness, accepted into and the date the application was the counsellor offers workshops and received. Please apply for accommodations when presentations, assistance in finding online and you apply for admission to the College. Applying community resources, and self-help materials. earlier gives you a better chance at housing. All sessions and referrals are kept strictly The deadline for priority accommodations confidential. Seeking a referral through consideration is March 31. Aurora College may help students get an appointment for therapeutic support faster than through the general public process. Our 22 23 Financial Assistance Northwest Territories Student Financial Assistance

Ph: 1-800-661-0793 Email: [email protected] Fax: 1-800-661-0893 Website: www.nwtsfa.gov.nt.ca

Please ensure you submit your application for financial assistance by the appropriate deadlines:

• June 30 for programs starting August 16-September 30 • October 31 for programs starting in January • One month prior to program start date for all other months.

APPLY EARLY!

Indigenous Services Canada University and College Entrance Program (UCEP) Ph: (867) 669-2620 • [email protected] Deadline for applications: July 15

Scholarships, Bursaries & Grants Check with the Student Services office for information on what is available and how to apply. Also check our website at www.auroracollege.nt.ca

Important Notes Aurora College may extend financial credit to students for tuition during registration if they have not received their funding by the time of registration

Aurora College may extend financial credit to students for the first months rent if they have NOT received their funding by the time of registration. (Note: The first month’s rent is due at the time of registration)

No financial credit will be extended for rent other than for the first month’s rent.

24 25 and prepared for the rigours of field work. 8. Utilize spatial technologies in acquiring, School of Arts & Science It is recognized that students entering the compiling and interpreting data; program may already possess certain required 9. Apply critical thinking skills to research Environment and Natural skills. Students may receive advanced credit and resource management activities and for certain program courses on the basis of environmental stewardship; Resources Technology Diploma documented completion of equivalent learning 10. Effectively manage projects such as data and/or successfully passing a challenge collection and analysis, educational examination. outreach, and public safety; Environment and Natural 11. Pursue further academic education and Students must be motivated to work in the In addition to College tuition and fees, the other continued learning experiences; Resources Technology field of environment and natural resources and student will be required to purchase textbooks, 12. Actively participate in the sustainable classroom supplies, and personal field management of northern natural resources; Program Description demonstrate their motivation in a letter of intent. equipment as specified in course outlines and 13. Enhance the capacity of Northerners The Environment and Natural Resources camp manuals. to participate in resourced-based Technology program is a two-year diploma Applicants may be asked to participate in a development and conservation program which links opportunities to personal or telephone interview with the Transfer agreements are in place with the opportunities of their lands; learn from experience in the field with Program Head or a designate. University of Lethbridge, University of 14. Participate in future northern research academic coursework in the classroom and Saskatchewan, and University of Northern and long-term monitoring and analysis of skill training in the laboratory. Graduates Mature students and students with academic British Columbia. Transferable coursework is environmental trends; will possess the ability needed to succeed equivalences will be considered on a case-by- also available at other major institutions on a 15. Integrate Indigenous knowledge and as technicians and officers in natural case basis. case-by-case basis. scientific education when providing resource and environmental management advice to local stakeholders on resource careers including wildlife, forestry, marine Applicants who do not meet the minimum Program Objectives management issues; and freshwater fisheries, planning, water requirements may be encouraged to apply for the Graduates of the Environment and Natural 16. Model and promote professionalism in resources, environmental protection, University and College Access Program, if available. Resources Technology Program will have the dealing with natural resource challenges parks, land claim resource management, oil technical skills and knowledge necessary to: at the community, territorial and federal and gas, and mining. The program places Applicant Assessment 1. Become employed at the technician and/ level; and emphasis on learning through experience. Among the eligible applicants, preference is given to residents of the Northwest Territories. or officer level with territorial, provincial 17. Become a part of an alumni legacy of and federal agencies, Indigenous northern graduates who now work as Eligibility Non-residents will be considered if the available organizations, and/or private industry; natural resource professionals. Eligibility for the Environment and Natural spaces are not filled by eligible Northern 2. Apply their technical and managerial skills Resources Technology Program will be residents. to the fields of environment, land, water, Completion Requirements determined on the basis of the student’s fisheries, forest and fire management, and The passing mark for a course will be 50 abilities in English, Mathematics and Science. Program Admission wildlife; percent. To earn a diploma, students must The applicant should possess a grade 12 Applicants will be admitted to this program 3. Understand the application of science and maintain a cumulative average of 60 percent or diploma and must have earned credits based on the eligibility criteria as evaluated by scientific method; more in the program. (minimum 65 percent) in: the Program Admissions Committee comprised of the Campus Registrar, the Program 4. Develop clear linkages between Indigenous knowledge and scientific Students are required to complete all 22 Core • English 30-2 or Aurora College ALBE English Head or designate, and Program faculty. education; Courses in the program. In addition, students 150 5. Communicate technical and scientific must complete at least one elective and the • Math 30-2 or Aurora College ALBE Math 150 Program Information content effectively, b+oth orally and in required non-credit course field camps listed. • Grade 12 Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or A considerable amount of the program will writing, using language that is appropriate The total credits required are 69 for successful • Physics 30 be delivered in field settings. Approximately 40 percent of class time will be spent in the to the audience; completion of this diploma. 6. Clearly communicate resource Applicants are required to possess or be laboratory or the field for most classroom- management policies, procedures and The diploma program must be completed eligible to obtain a valid Firearms Acquisition based courses. In addition, significant practical decisions to various stakeholders at the within five years of commencing studies. and Possession License to successfully learning experiences will be undertaken during community and territorial level; complete field camp requirements. the three remote field camps listed in the program design. 7. Coordinate and implement field work Document of Recognition activities in remote northern conditions; Environment and Natural Resources Field work can be physically strenuous. Technology Diploma Applicants should be physically and mentally fit 26 27 Curriculum CAMP 0100 Introductory Field Camp CMPT 0116 Geographic Information School of Business ENGL 0101 Communications and Systems Technical Writing ENSC 0207 Arctic Marine Sciences & Leadership ENSC 0102 Ecology CMPT 0211 Data Management and BIOL 0103 Wildlife Biology Statistics MATH 0104 Applied Mathematics for ENSC 0213 Water Resources Management Business Administration Diploma & Certificate Technicians ENSC 0214 Freshwater Fisheries ENSC 0105 Introduction ENSC 0224 Wildlife Management Office Administration Diploma & Certificate to Environmental Sciences ENSC 0225 Wildlife Techniques ENSC 0107 Applied Computer ENSC 0232 Environmental Stewardship Northern Leadership Development Applications ENSC 0233 Environmental Assessment SFTY 0108 Field Safety and Preventative and the Regulatory Process Maintenance GEOL 0240 Geology Business Administration A Work Experience Option is available to all PRMG 0111 Communications and Project CAMP 0285 Western Arctic Field Camp Program Description Management CAMP 0286 Winter Field Camp students but is not a required component. The Business Administration program is It includes two work placements, one after ENSC 0112 Forest and Range Botany ENSC 0295 Technical Project intended to provide students with the ENSC 0113 Indigenous Law and each year. knowledge and skills necessary for careers Governance Electives Choose one in business, government, and non-profit CMPT 0115 GPS and Mapping ENSC 0222 Forest and Fire Management Program Eligibility organizations. Emphasis is placed on helping Applicants must have a NWT Senior Secondary ENSC 0250 Source Water Protection students develop knowledge and skills that Diploma (general or advanced), with a minimum are appropriate for the unique business mark of 50 percent in English ELA 30-1 or 30- environment in the NWT. The Business 2, and in Math 30-1 or 30-2. Applicants will Administration program provides students with be eligible if they have the ALBE equivalents, an opportunity to acquire a Certificate (one ALBE English 150 and ALBE Math 150. Mature year) and a Diploma (two year). students who do not have the required academic background will be considered Business Administration Certificate individually. In the absence of the above listed All students accepted into the Business entrance requirements, the Aurora College Administration program must initially be academic placement test will be required. enroled in the certificate program. This program consists of ten courses, representing 30 credit Applicant Assessment hours. The program provides students with the Personal or telephone interviews with the skills necessary to succeed in an entry-level Program Head or designate are encouraged for position in business, government or non-profit all applicants. A one-page letter of intent will be organizations. Graduates will be able to work in required from applicants. areas such as accounting, finance, management, and marketing. Program Admission Applicants will be admitted to the Business Business Administration Diploma Administration program based on the program Upon completing the certificate program, eligibility criteria, subject to space available. students may enrol in the diploma program. There are six required courses in the diploma Program Information program, and eight electives. Students must The Business Administration program is two complete four electives. The Accounting years in length. Students will earn a certificate Stream includes the indicated four electives after successfully completing ten specified (Automated Accounting, Managerial courses. Students can then obtain a diploma Accounting I, Managerial Accounting II, and by completing the second year. There are six Corporate Finance). required courses in the second year. There are

28 29 also eight electives; students must successfully 3. To provide students with a sound ENGL 0114 Business Communications II Office Administration Certificate complete four of them to earn a Business educational base so that they can continue ACCT 0115 Financial Accounting II All students accepted into the Office Administration Diploma. If students successfully their education after graduating and obtain MRKT 0116 Marketing Administration program must initially be complete the indicated four electives, they will educational or professional credentials. BUSI 0117 Microeconomics enroled in the certificate program. This earn a Business Administration - Accounting program takes one year to complete. It consists Stream Diploma. The Work Experience Option Completion Requirements Diploma Program of ten courses, each with 45 class hours and is available to all students but is not a required • Students must complete all course BUSI 0101 Business Law worth three credits, and a practicum. The component of the program. It requires students assignments. The passing mark for each BUSI 0202 Human Resource Management certificate program provides students with to participate in two work placements, one after course will be 50 percent. However, MATH 0203 Statistics the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed each year of studies. This provides students students must maintain a minimum BUSI 0204 Macroeconomics in an entry level administrative assistant with an opportunity to apply the theoretical cumulative average of 60 percent in the BUSI 0205 Management position in business, government or non-profit knowledge they have learned. Business Administration program. FNCE 0206 Personal Finance and organizations. This program concentrates • Certificate students must successfully Income Tax on the practical application of computer The Business Administration program may complete ten courses as specified in the Electives technology in the contemporary office be taken on a full-time or part-time basis. curriculum. GVMT 0210 Northern Governance workplace. Successful completion of the program • Diploma students must successfully BUSI 0211 Small Business Management requires hard work, time management skills, complete the six required courses and BUSI 0212 Community Economic Office Administration Diploma organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the four electives. Students who choose the Development Upon completing the certificate program ability to deal with stress. optional Work Experience Option must BUSI 0213 Business Leadership (including the practicum), students may also successfully complete two work ACCT 0222 Automated Accounting enrol in the diploma program. This program The Business Administration program was placements, one after each year of courses. ACCT 0223 Managerial Accounting I takes one year to complete. It consists of designed to maximize the number of agreements • Students who successfully complete the ACCT 0224 Managerial Accounting II ten courses, each with 45 class hours and regarding transfer credits with universities Accounting Stream will receive a Business FNCE 0225 Corporate Finance worth three credits. The diploma program and professional associations. The Accounting Administration - Accounting Stream provides students with the knowledge and Stream was designed to assist graduates who Diploma. Students who successfully Work Experience Option skills necessary to succeed in an executive wish to work towards a Chartered Professional complete the Diploma year but who did BUSI 0120 Work Experience I administrative assistant position in business, Accounting (CPA) designation. not complete the Accounting Stream will BUSI 0220 Work Experience II government or non-profit organizations. As the receive a Business Administration Diploma. program emphasizes specialized organizational Each of the courses in the Business Students who successfully complete the Note 1: To receive a Business Administration and technical skills, students will also be able Administration program will be delivered Work Experience Option will receive Program - Accounting Stream Diploma, a to succeed in administrative positions in the face-to-face on one or more of the three a Business Administration with Work student must successfully complete Automated areas of human resources, payroll, and finance. campuses of Aurora College. As well, some or Experience Diploma, unless they also Accounting, Managerial Accounting I, all of the classes will be delivered though video successfully completed the Accounting Managerial Accounting II, and Corporate Program Eligibility conferencing to students on the other two Stream, in which case they will receive a Finance. Office Administration Certificate campuses. Students will therefore receive face- Business Administration Accounting Stream Note 2: The Work Experience Option is not To be eligible for acceptance, an applicant must: to-face instruction for some of their courses with Work Experience Diploma. required • Possess at least 70 high school credits, from an instructor in the classroom, while or equivalent, with a minimum of 65 they will receive instruction for other courses Document of Recognition: percent in English ELA 20-2 and Math 10C, through video conferencing, delivered by Aurora College Business Administration Office Administration or complete an Aurora College access instructors on another campus. Certificate and/or Aurora College Business Program Description program that includes ALBE English 140 Administration Diploma The Office Administration Program is intended to and ALBE Math 140; Program Objectives provide students with the knowledge and skills • Provide a letter of intent; and 1. To provide students with knowledge and Curriculum necessary for administrative careers in business, • Provide two letters of reference. skills in the subject areas of the Business Certificate Program government, and non-profit organizations. Administration program. MATH 0103 Business Math Emphasis is placed on preparing students for Mature applicants who do not satisfy 2. To help students prepare for employment ENGL 0104 Business Communications I employment in the unique work environment the eligibility requirements for the Office in business, government or non-profit ACCT 0105 Financial Accounting I in the NWT. The Office Administration Program Administration Certificate program will be organizations in the NWT. BUSI 0106 Introduction to Business provides students with an opportunity to acquire considered individually and will be required CMPT 0107 Information Technology for a Certificate (a one-year program) and a Diploma to successfully complete academic placement Business (a two-year program). test(s) before being accepted. BUSI 0113 Organizational Behaviour 30 31 Office Administration Diploma very carefully if they wish to take the Office 4. Certificate students must successfully Northern Leadership To be eligible for acceptance, an applicant must: Administration program on a part-time basis. complete ten courses as specified in this • Possess an Office Administration Such students should discuss their plans in program outline, and a practicum. Development Program Certificate; and advance with the Program Head. 5. Diploma students must successfully Program Description • Provide a letter of intent (for applicants complete the certificate program and a The Northern Leadership Development who completed the OA Certificate The Office Administration program was further ten courses as specified in the Program (NLDP) is intended to provide program more than a year prior to their designed to enable graduates of the diploma program outline. individuals employed in “front line” positions enrolment in the OA Diploma program). program to be eligible for acceptance into the in industry with an enhanced awareness of self, Business Administration program. Students Document of Recognition: self-expression, interpersonal skills, decision Applicant Assessment interested in pursuing this alternative should Aurora College Office Administration Certificate making, and stress management practices All applicants for the Office Administration discuss it with the Program Head. Aurora College Office Administration Diploma which result in stronger leadership practices. program are encouraged to discuss the The program objective is to prepare these program with the Program Head, in person The Office Administration program will be Curriculum individuals to advance to more senior positions or by telephone, prior to submitting their offered at Aurora Campus and Thebacha Certificate Program within their organizations. applications. Application assessment will be Campus. Students will receive face-to-face OFFI 0102 Keyboarding based on the documents that are submitted by instruction for about one-third of their OFFI 0109 Practicum The NLDP uses a variety of best practice the applicant. courses; they will receive instruction for the ENGL 0105 Business Grammar and leadership models throughout the program’s remaining courses through video conferencing, Vocabulary nine courses, including an emphasis on Note: Anyone convicted of an offence for delivered by instructors on one of the other OFFI 0114 Word Processing emotional intelligence. A governing theme which they have not received a pardon may be two campuses. Support will be provided by CMPT 0136 Presentation Software and throughout the program is centred on the ineligible for practicum placements and may instructors on each campus for students who Graphic Editing Skills awareness that organizational development therefore not be able to fulfill the completion are taking courses through videoconferencing. ENGL 0102 Business Writing I practices that utilize emotional intelligence and graduation requirements of the Office In addition, an instructor teaching a course by MATH 0102 Business Math Applications result in measureable achievement including Administration program. videoconferencing will provide one office hour OFFI 0131 Career Development higher team performance and enhanced each week through videoconferencing. CMPT 0135 Outlook and Productivity organizational financial performance. Program Admission Applications Students meeting the above eligibility Program Objectives OFFI 0136 Spreadsheets The NLDP is unique in that each student will requirements will be admitted to the Office 1. To provide students with knowledge and OFFI 0142 Administrative Office have an identified leadership mentor located Administration program, subject to space skills in the subject areas of the Office Procedures at their place of work to support their growth availability. Administration Program. and their application of what they are learning 2. To help students prepare for employment Diploma Program as they progress through the program. This Program Information in business, government or non-profit (Note: Student must have completed the Office onsite support is an important element that The Office Administration program is two years organizations in the NWT. Administration Certificate to be eligible for maximizes each student’s leadership growth in length. Students will earn a certificate after 3. To provide students with a sound acceptance) and development throughout the program. successfully completing ten specified courses and educational base so that they can ENGL 0103 Business Writing II a practicum. Students can then obtain a diploma continue their education after graduating ACCT 0232 Bookkeeping and Financial This program is designed for potential leaders by completing another ten specified courses. and obtain educational or professional Record Keeping within an organization as well as people new credentials. CMPT 0234 Advanced Computer to supervisory or management roles, such as Successful completion of the Office Administration Applications team leaders or front line supervisors. program requires hard work, time management Completion Requirements ACCT 0236 Financial Accounting Software skills, organizational skills, a positive attitude, and 1. Students must comply with the specified OFFI 0252 Executive Office Procedures Program Eligibility the ability to deal with stress. attendance policy. OFFI 0254 Human Resources and Payroll Applicants must be identified by their 2. Students must complete all course Administration employer as strong candidates to participate The Office Administration program may be assignments. GVMT 0257 Canadian, Territorial and fully in the program and integrate their taken on a full-time or part-time basis, but 3. Students must successfully complete every Community Governments learning into their respective workplaces. No students should be aware that each course course; the passing mark for each course CMPT 0266 Office Administration previous leadership training is required for will only be offered once every two years and is 50 percent. However, students must Capstone the NLDP. Aurora College can provide reading that some of the courses are prerequisites for maintain a minimum cumulative average CMPT 0268 Information Management comprehension testing when requested, other courses. Students must therefore plan of 60 percent in the Office Administration and Database Applications to determine the reading comprehension program. BUSI 0113 Organizational Behaviour level of applicants and assist the employer in identifying appropriate candidates to take the program. The employee must have: 32 33 1. Develop skills which will allow them to The Mentoring Workshop course (052-019) is better engage, communicate with, and to be taken by the mentors of the students, not School of manage their respective teams in the the students. workplace. 2. Develop a base of leadership skills so Document of Recognition Developmental Studies that they can continue their leadership Record of Achievement development as they are exposed Adult Literacy and Basic Education to increased responsibilities in the Curriculum workplace. NLDP 0111 Personal Development NLDP 0112 Communication Skills Occupations and College Completion Requirements NLDP 0113 Effective Personal Leadership Access Program (OCAP) Students must successfully complete all of the 052-014 Effective Team Leadership courses. To successfully complete a course, a NLDP 0115 Leading While Managing student must attend at least 60 percent of the NLDP 0116 Problem Solving and Decision University and College course hours and participate in the prescribed Making Access Program (UCAP) activities as directed by the facilitator of the NLDP 0118 Conflict Management course. A student who does not attend 60 NLDP 0117 Diversity-Conscious the ALBE curriculum used in the ALBE and percent of the hours for a course, or who does Leadership Adult Literacy and Access Programs is current and relevant. not participate as directed by the facilitator, NLDP 0120 Leadership in Action Basic Education will fail the course. Offered at all campuses and most Community Program Eligibility Learning Centres Individuals who are at least seventeen years of age Program Description The Aurora College School of Developmental Applicant Assessment Studies Department, Adult Literacy and Basic Applicants must meet the program eligibility Education (ALBE) curriculum includes six requirements. The Adult Literacy and Basic levels of study, ranging from basic literacy to Education Student Intake Package may be coursework at the grade 12 level. Courses in administered to determine an applicant’s this program enable participants to learn or academic levels. Applicants complete the relearn skills needed to meet employment, Adult Literacy and Basic Education Student personal or educational goals. Participants in Intake Package to assess English (reading and the Adult Literacy and Basic Education (ALBE) writing) and math skills. The tools are not pass Program enrol in a program of study according or fail, but designed to place the learner at an to their personal needs and academic levels. appropriate level. Also, as part of the placement Because of this, time spent in the program will process, Aurora College staff may interview each vary for each individual. participant to assess suitability for the program. If secondary school (grades 10-12) transcripts Due to the extensive range of courses can be provided, a copy of the transcript will available, the course offerings will vary at each also be used to assist with the assessment. Aurora College location (Community Learning Centre and campus). Participants often enrol Program Admission in the program as a first step toward entering a Applicants will be admitted to this program certificate, diploma, degree or trade program. based on their ability to meet the program Students may take ALBE courses on a full-time eligibility requirements. Applicants should also or part-time basis through either classroom or include a personal letter indicating why they distance delivery. want to enter the program.

Aurora College has developed a Continuous Program Information Quality Improvement (CQI) process to ensure 1. Program delivery varies at each program location (Community Learning Centre and/ or campus. 34 35 2. The core program consists of English, and to gain admission into college/ MATH 0014 ALBE Math 140 FINL 0026 Financial Literacy Module 7 Math, Career/Lifework, Career/ university programs or employment; MATH 0017 ALBE Math 145 (Consumer Awareness College, and Prior Learning Assessment 5. Develop learning strategies to promote MATH 0015 ALBE Math 150 (Math 30-2) FINL 0027 Financial Literacy Module 8 Recognition (PLAR) Portfolio Development. personal, professional, and academic MATH 0016 ALBE Math 160 (Math 30-1) (Managing Debt) Social Studies, Science, Information and growth and to build lifelong learning SCIE 0011 ALBE Science 110 FINL 0028 Financial Literacy Module 9 Communications Technology (ICT), and the capacity; SCIE 0012 ALBE Science 120 (Payday Loans the Real Cost) Financial Literacy modules may be offered 6. Develop goal-setting and self-monitoring SCIE 0013 ALBE Science 130 FINL 0029 Financial Literacy Module 10 as electives. Not all courses are available strategies to foster independence, SCIE 0014 ALBE Science 140 (Mortgages) at all locations. perseverance, and responsibility for their BIOL 0011 Biology 20 FINL 0019 Financial Literary Module 11 3. An NWT Secondary School Diploma own learning; BIOL 0012 Biology 30 (Retirement) may be obtained by adult learners who 7. Explore their own culture and the history CHEM 0016 Chemistry 20 complete a minimum of 100 credits, of and cultures of the NWT to contribute to CHEM 0017 Chemistry 30 Embedded Essential Skills Courses: which 55 are specified academic course the development a strong cultural identity MATH 0012 Physics 20 CAFD 0015 Introduction to Office Skills credits. The balance may be made up and a positive personal narrative; and MATH 0013 Physics 30 CAFD 0014 Start Your Own Small through Prior Learning Assessment 8. Develop a Prior Learning Assessment and SOST 0011 ALBE Social Studies 110 Business and Recognition (PLAR), to a maximum Recognition (PLAR) portfolio to achieve SOST 0012 ALBE Social Studies 120 CAFD 0016 Small Business Funding and of 45 credits for accredited course personal affirmation, gain employment, or SOST 0013 ALBE Social Studies 130 Marketing equivalencies. An application must be obtain a NWT Secondary School Diploma. SOST 0014 ALBE Social Studies 140 CAFD 0011 Introduction to Early completed and documentation must be SOST 0017 ALBE Social Studies 20-2 Learning and Child Care provided to support PLAR assessment. Completion Requirements SOST 0015 ALBE Social Studies 150 BUSI 0011 Introduction to Retail and Completed applications and supporting For all courses, levels 110 to 145, Biology 20, (Social Studies 30-2) Hospitality documentation are to be submitted to the Chemistry 20, and Physics 20, the student SOST 0016 ALBE Social Studies 160 TRAD 0011 Construction Labourer Basics PLAR Evaluation Committee. must achieve 60 percent or greater to (Social Studies 30-1) LEAD 0011 Introduction to Northern 4. Full-time and part-time students are complete the course. For levels 150 and 160, CAFD 0011 ALBE Career/Lifework Leadership placed in a program of study based on Biology 30, Chemistry 30, and Physics 30, the 120/130 BUSI 0012 Introduction to Supply Chain their interests and needs. student must achieve 50 percent or greater CAFD 0012 ALBE Career/College 130/140 Management 5. Most courses are delivered in the to complete the course. PLAR 0011 ALBE PLAR Portfolio TRAD 0014 Ready to Work NWT classroom, but some courses may be Development delivered through distance delivery. Aurora College and other colleges/universities CAFD 0013 Foundations for Success 6. Students attend all scheduled classes in may require higher course pass marks for COMM 0011 ALBE Information and accordance with College and/or program entrance into specified programs of study. Communications Technology policy. (ICT) 130 Document Of Recognition COMM 0012 ALBE Information and Program Objectives NWT Secondary School Diploma may be awarded Communications Technology 1. The ALBE program will provide the student by the Department of Education, Culture and (ICT 140) with opportunities to: Employment (ECE) to an adult learner that meets Develop and apply technology, numeracy, the NWT Secondary School Diploma requirements. Financial Literacy Modules: and literacy skills to meet personal, Students are required to complete and submit the FINL 0020 Financial Literacy Module 1 employment, and educational goals; application directly to ECE. (Household Budgeting) 2. Develop and apply communication skills to FINL 0021 Financial Literacy Module 2 communicate effectively and build positive Curriculum (Income and Taxes) relationships in education, work, and ENGL0011 ALBE English 110 FINL 0022 Financial Literacy Module 3 personal environments; ENGL 0012 ALBE English 120 (Bank Accounts) 3. Apply critical thinking skills and engage in ENGL 0013 ALBE English 130 FINL 0023 Financial Literacy Module 4 reflective practice to problem solve and ENGL 0014 ALBE English 140 (Banking) make decisions; ENGL 0015 ALBE English 150 FINL 0024 Financial Literacy Module 5 4. Develop and apply academic skills to (English Language Arts 30-2) (Credit) successfully complete course requirements ENGL 0016 ALBE English 160 FINL 0025 Financial Literacy Module 6 (English Language Arts 30-1) (Financial Planning Tools) MATH 0011 ALBE Math 110 MATH 0012 ALBE Math 120 MATH 0013 ALBE Math 130 36 37 Adult Literacy and Basic Education Equivalencies Approximate Grade Course # of hours Passing Mark Equivalency Occupations and College Access the ALBE curriculum used in the Access English 110 180 60% overall Grades 1-3 Program (OCAP) Programs is current and relevant. English 120 180 60% overall Grades 4-6 Program Eligibility English 130 180 60% overall Grades 7-9 Program Description Individuals must be at least seventeen years of The Occupations and College Access program English 140 180 60% overall Grades 10-11 age and meet specific academic prerequisites Grade 12 English Language (OCAP) is under the broader umbrella of depending on career pathway of choice. English 150 180 50% overall Arts 30-2 the Aurora College School of Development Grade 12 English Language Studies. OCAP provides a combination of English 160 180 50% overall Arts 30-1 Applicant Assessment prerequisite and college preparation courses Math 110 150 60% overall, no exit exam Grades 1-3 Applicants must meet the program eligibility to enable students to enter the following requirements. The ALBE Student Intake Math 120 150 60% overall Grades 4-6 Aurora College post-secondary programs: Package may be administered to determine Office Administration, Personal Support Math 130 150 60% overall Grades 7-9 an applicant’s academic levels. Applicants Worker, Early Childhood Development, and complete the ALBE Student Intake Package to Math 140 150 60% overall Grade 10 (Math 10-C) Category One Trades and Apprenticeships. assess English (reading and writing) and math Grade 11 (Math 20-2) OCAP prepares students to take the Math 145 150 60% overall skills. The tools are not pass or fail, but designed Category 1 Trades Entrance Exams to enter to place the learner at an appropriate level. Math 150 150 50% overall Grade 12 (Math 30-2) the following trades programs: Carpentry, Also, as part of the placement process, Aurora Housing Maintainer, Camp Cook, and Heavy Math 160 150 50% overall Grade 12 (Math 30-1) College staff may interview each participant to Career/Life Work Equipment Operator (HEO). assess suitability for the program. If secondary 120/130 45 60% overall - school (grades 10-12) transcripts can be OCAP includes a combination of 85 percent provided, a copy of the transcript will also be Career/College 130/140 45 60% overall - Adult Literacy and Basic Education (ALBE) used to assist with the assessment. Science 110 75 60% overall Grades 1-3 and 15 percent Specialty Access Courses. The Aurora College School of Developmental Science 120 Program Admission 100 60% overall Grades 4-6 Studies has developed ALBE curriculum which Applicants will be admitted to this program Science 130 100 60% overall Grades 7-8 includes six levels of study. The ALBE Courses based on their ability to meet the program in OCAP range from the 130 to 140 levels. Science 140 100 60% overall Grades 9-10 eligibility requirements. Applicants should also Biology 20 125 50% overall Grade 11 include a personal letter indicating why they Chemistry 20 125 50% overall Grade 11 Courses in this program enable students Adult Literacy and Basic Adult Literacy Education Equivalencies Education want to enter the program. Physics 20 125 50% overall Grade 11 to learn or relearn skills needed to meet Biology 30 125 50% overall Grade 12 employment, personal or educational goals. Program Information Chemistry 30 125 50% overall Grade 12 Participants in OCAP enrol in a program of Physics 30 125 50% overall Grade 12 1. Access Program delivery varies at each study according to their career goals and campus location. Social Studies 110 academic levels. Because of this, time spent in 75 60% overall Grades 1-3 2. The program consists of 85 percent the program will vary for each individual. Social Studies 120 75 60% overall Grades 4-6 ALBE courses in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Information and Due to the extensive range of courses available, Social Studies 130 75 60% overall Grades 7-8 Communications Technology (ICT) and 15 the course offerings will vary at each Aurora percent Specialty Access courses. Not all Social Studies 140 75 60% overall Grades 9-10 College campus location. The courses for every courses are available at all locations. Social Studies 20-2 125 50% overall Grade 11 Aurora College Career Pathway may not be 3. Full-time and part-time students are placed Grade 12 Social Studies available at each campus. Participants mainly in a program of study based on their Social Studies 150 125 50% overall 30-2 (old 33) enrol in the program to meet prerequisite entry interests and needs. Grade 12 Social Studies requirements for Aurora College certificate Social Studies 160 125 50% overall 30-1 4. Most courses are delivered in the or trade programs. Students may enrol in this Information and classroom, but some courses may be program on a full-time or part-time basis through Communications delivered through distance delivery. either classroom or distance delivery. Technology (ICT) 130 45 60% overall Grades 7 - 9 5. Students attend all scheduled classes Information and in accordance with College and/or Communications Aurora College has developed a Continuous program policy. Technology (ICT) 140 45 60% overall Grades 10 - 11 Quality Improvement (CQI) process to ensure Updated January 22, 2018. Approved by Aurora College January 22, 2018. Aurora College Vice-President Community 38 Updated January 22, 2018.. Approved by Auroraand College Extenisons January and 22, 2018.Chair, Developmental Studies 39 Aurora College Vice-President Community and Extenisons and Chair, Developmental Studies Aurora College

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 Classroom Delivery  Distance Delivery Program Objectives Completion Requirements Occupations and College Access Program Career Pathways OCAP will provide the students with the For all courses levels 130 to 140, the student opportunity to: must achieve 60 percent or greater to complete Aurora College Pre-requisite Pathway Education & Training 1. Achieve prerequisite courses for entry into the course. The students must achieve 60 Career Pathway for Career Completion Entrance the post-secondary programs at Aurora percent or greater to complete the Specialty Pathway Requirements Requirements College (Office Administration, Personal Access courses. Office ALBE English 130 ENGL 0014: ALBE English 140 ENGL 0014: ALBE English 140 (60%) ALBE Math 120 (60%) MATH 0014: ALBE Math 140 (60%) Support Worker, and Early Childhood and Administration MATH 0014: ALBE Math 140 Learning); Aurora College post-secondary programs and (60%) COMM 0012: ALBE ICT 140 2. Achieve prerequisite courses necessary other colleges/universities may require higher (60%) 109-001: Occupational Skills Development (60%) to succeed in the Category 1 Trades and course pass marks for entrance into specified COMM 0013: Workplace Apprenticeship Programs offered at Aurora programs of study. Communications (60%) College (Carpentry, Housing Maintainer, Personal ALBE English 130 ENGL 0014: ALBE English 140 ENGL 0014: ALBE English 140 Camp Cook, and Heavy Equipment The course completion requirements for an ALBE Math 120 (60%) (60%) NOTE: A criminal record Operator); Aurora College Access Program Record of Support Worker MATH 0014: ALBE Math 140 check and Proof of immunization (60%) required by health care 3. Develop study and workplace skills to Achievement are determined by the chosen SCIE 0014: ALBE Science 140 (60%) professionals are required for prepare students to be successful in their career pathway. See chart on page 41. 109-001: Occupational Skills acceptance into the Personal selected post-secondary program and in Development (60%) Support Worker Program. COMM 0013: Workplace their future careers; Communications (60%)

4. Prepare students to successfully write the ENGL 0014: ALBE English 140 (60%) ALBE English 130 ENGL 0014: ALBE English 140 Early Childhood MATH 0014: ALBE Math 140 (60%) Trades Entrances Category 1 Exams; (60%) ALBE Math 120 NOTE: A criminal record check and Development MATH 0014: ALBE Math 140 5. Develop basic skills in specific subject areas Proof of immunization required by (60%) health care professionals are required SOST 0014: Social Studies 140 using Adult Literacy and Basic Education for acceptance into the Early (60%) Childhood Development Program. (ALBE) curriculum (levels 130 and 140); TRAD 0015: Occupational Skills 6. Expand critical and creative thinking skills; Development (60%) COMM 0013: Workplace 7. Acquire skills, knowledge and attitudes Communications (60%) needed to meet personal, employment or educational goals; Aurora College Pre-requisite Pathway Education & Training 8. Explore a range of learning experiences; Career for Career Completion Entrance 2 9. Apply new knowledge to different Pathway Pathway Requirements Requirements Category 1 Trades situations; Trades, ALBE English 130 ENGL 0014: ALBE English 140 ALBE Math 120 (60%) English 10-2 or ALBE English 140 10. Develop career pathways leading directly to Apprenticeship MATH 001: ALBE Math 140 (70%) employment or entry into further training (60%) Math 10-3 or ALBE Math 140 and Industrial SCIE 0014: ALBE Science 140 (70%) 3 programs through the study of carefully Training (60%) or Trades Entrance Exam #2 TRAD 0015: Occupational Skills chosen courses; Development (60%) 11. Identify skills, knowledge, and attitudes TRAD 0014: Trades Preparation I acquired through life experiences as well as (60%) course-based learning; and 12. Upgrade academic qualifications in order to 2 It is highly recommended that OCAP students who have chosen the Personal Support Worker, Early Childhood gain direct admission into college/university Development or Trades and Apprenticeship Career Pathway take the Standard First Aid with CPR-C &AED elective programs or employment. course. 3 It is highly recommended that OCAP students who have chosen the Trades and Apprenticeship Career Pathway take the Occupational Health & Safety elective course.

Date: July 2017 Date of Previous Program Design: September 2016

40 41 University and College Access time basis through either classroom or distance credits. The balance may be attained 9. Explore a range of learning experiences; delivery. through Prior Learning Assessment 10. Apply new knowledge to different Program (UCAP) and Recognition (PLAR), to a maximum situations; Aurora College has developed a Continuous of 45 credits for accredited course 11. Develop career paths leading directly to Program Description Quality Improvement (CQI) process to ensure equivalencies. An application must be employment or entry into post-secondary The University and Access Program (UCAP) the ALBE curriculum used in the Access completed and documentation must be programs through the study of carefully is under the broader umbrella of the Aurora Programs is current and relevant. provided to support PLAR assessment. chosen courses; College School of Development Studies. UCAP Completed applications and supporting 12. Identify skills, knowledge and attitudes provides a combination of prerequisite and Program Eligibility documentation are to be submitted to the acquired through life experiences as well college preparation courses to enable students Individuals must be at least seventeen years of Adult Recognition Model (ARM) Evaluation as classroom learning; to enter the following Aurora College post- age and meet specific academic prerequisites Committee for review. 13. Develop a Prior Learning Assessment and secondary programs: Bachelor of Science in depending on career pathway of choice. 4. Full-time and part-time students are Recognition (PLAR) portfolio, which can be Nursing, Practical Nursing Diploma, Business placed in a program of study based on used for personal affirmation, employment Administration, Environment and Natural Applicant Assessment their interests and needs. or accredited course equivalencies; and Resource Technology, and Category 3 trades Applicants must meet the program eligibility 5. Most courses are delivered in the 14. Explore an alternative pathway for adult and Apprenticeship; as well as Bachelor of requirements. The Adult Literacy and Basic classroom, but some courses may be learners to earn an NWT Secondary School Education and Bachelor of Social Work programs Education Student Intake Package may be delivered through distance delivery. Diploma. at select universities. Category 3 Trades Entrance administered to determine an applicant’s 6. Students attend all scheduled classes Exams are required for the Aurora College academic levels. Applicants complete the in accordance with college and/or Completion Requirements Apprenticeship Programs: Plumber/Gasfitter, Oil Adult Literacy and Basic Education Student program policy. For all courses, levels 140 to 145, Biology 20, Heat Systems Technician, Electrician, and Heavy Intake Package to assess English (reading and Chemistry 20, Physics 20, and Social Studies Equipment Technician. writing) and math skills. The tools are not Program Objectives 20-2, the student must achieve 60 percent pass or fail, but designed to place the learner UCAP will provide the students with the or greater to complete the course. For UCAP includes a combination of 85 percent at an appropriate level. Also, as part of the opportunity to: levels 150 and 160, Biology 30, Chemistry Adult Literacy and Basic Education (ALBE) and placement process, Aurora College staff will 1. Achieve prerequisite courses for entry 30, Physics 30, and Social Studies 30-2, the Alberta Education Grade 11 and 12 courses, interview each participant to assess suitability into post-secondary programs at Aurora student must achieve 50 percent or greater and 15 percent Specialty Access courses. for the program and course selection. If College (Business Administration, Bachelor to complete the course. The students must The Aurora College School of Developmental secondary school (grades 10-12) transcripts of Education, Nursing, and Environment achieve 60 percent or greater to complete Studies has developed ALBE curriculum which can be provided, a copy of the transcript will and Natural Resources Technology); the Specialty Access courses. includes six levels of study. The ALBE Courses also be used to assist with the assessment. 2. Achieve prerequisite courses necessary to in UCAP range from the 140 to 160 levels. succeed in the Category 3 Apprenticeship Aurora College post-secondary programs and Program Admission Programs offered at Aurora College other colleges/universities may require higher Courses in this program enable students to learn Applicants will be admitted to this program (Plumber/Gasfitter B, Electrician, Heavy course pass marks for entrance into specified or relearn skills needed to meet employment, based on their ability to meet the program Equipment Technician, and Oil Heat programs of study. personal or educational goals. Participants in the eligibility requirements. Applicants should also System Technician); University and College Access Program enrol in a include a personal letter indicating why they 3. Prepare students to successfully write the The course completion requirements for an program of study according to their career goals want to enter the program. Trades Entrances Category 2 and 3 Exams; Aurora College Access Program Record of and academic levels. Because of this, time spent 4. Develop writing and research skills to Achievement are determined by the chosen in the program will vary for each individual. Program Information prepare students to be successful in the career pathway. See the chart on pages 39*. 1. Access Program delivery varies at each post-secondary program of their choice; Due to the extensive range of courses available, campus location. 5. Develop knowledge and skills to Document of Recognition the course offerings will vary at each Aurora 2. The program consists of 85 percent core prepare students to be successful in the Students will receive a Record of Achievement College campus location. The courses for every courses in English, Math, Science, Social apprenticeship program of their choice; based on completing courses in their selected Aurora College Career Pathway may not be Studies, and Prior Learning Assessment 6. Develop basic skills in specific subject career pathway. available at each campus. Participants mainly Recognition (PLAR) Portfolio Development areas using ALBE curriculum from the enrol in the program to meet prerequisite entry and 15 percent Specialty Access courses. Department of Education, Culture and NWT Secondary School Diploma may be awarded requirements for Aurora College certificate, Not all courses are available at all Employment (levels 140 to 160); by the Department of Education, Culture and diploma, degree or trade programs. Students locations. 7. Expand critical and creative thinking skills; Employment (ECE) to an adult learner that may enrol in this program on a full-time or part- 3. An NWT Secondary School Diploma 8. Acquire skills, knowledge and attitudes meets the NWT Secondary School Diploma may be obtained by adult learners who needed to meet personal, employment or requirements. Students are required to complete complete a minimum of 100 credits, of educational goals; and submit the application directly to ECE. which 55 are specified academic course 42 43 UniversityUniversity and College and Access College Program Access Career Program Pathways Career (108)1 Pathways Curriculum ENGL 0015 ALBE English 150 Aurora College Pre-requisite Pathway Completion Education & (English Language Arts 30-2) Career Pathway for Career Requirements Training Entrance ENGL 0016 ALBE English 160 Pathway Requirements (English Language Arts 30-1) Business English 20-2 and Math ENGL 0015: ALBE English 150 ENGL 0015: ALBE English 150 10C or (50%) (50%) MATH 0014 ALBE Math 140 Administration ALBE English 140 and ENGL 0015: ALBE Math 150 (50%) ENGL 0015: ALBE Math 150 (50%) MATH 0017 ALBE Math 145 ALBE Math 140 ALBE SOST 0017: Social Studies 20-2 (50%) MATH 0015 ALBE Math 150 (Math 30-2) COMM 0012: ALBE ICT 140 (60%) ENGL 0018: College Composition BIOL 0011 ALBE Biology 20 (50%) BIOL 0012 ALBE Biology 30 ENGL 0019: College Research (60%) CHEM 0016 ALBE Chemistry 20 ENGL 0015: ALBE English 150 2 English 20-2 or ALBE ENGL 0015: ALBE English 150 Nursing (65%) English 140 ALBE Math (50%) CHEM 0017 ALBE Chemistry 30 MATH 0017: ALBE Math 145 (65%) (Bachelor of Science 130 ALBE Science 140 or MATH 0017: ALBE Math 145 (60%) BIOL 0012: Biology 30 (65%) MATH 0012 ALBE Physics 20 in Nursing or Science 10 BIOL 0012: Biology 30 (50%) ENGL 0018: College Composition NOTE: A criminal record check is MATH 0013 ALBE Physics 30 Licensed Practical (60%) required for acceptance into the SOST 0014 ALBE Social Studies 140 Nurse (LPN) ENGL 0019: College Research (60%) Nursing Program. SOST 0017 ALBE Social Studies 20-2 ENGL 0016: ALBE English Social Work English 20-1 or English ENGL 0016: English 160 (30-1) 160/English 30-1 SOST 0015 ALBE Social Studies 150 30-2/ALBE English 150 (50%) MATH 0015: ALBE Math 150/Math (Social Studies 30-2) ALBE Math 140 or Math MATH 0015: ABE Math 150 (50%) 30-2 10C SOST 0015: Social Studies 150 BIOL 0012: Biology 30 PLAR 0011 ALBE PLAR Portfolio ALBE Science 140 or (Social Studies 30-2) (50%) SOST 0015: Social Studies 150/ Development Science 10 BIOL 0012: Biology 30 (50%) Social Studies 30-2 ENGL 0018: College Composition NOTE: Final grade requirements COMM 0012 ALBE Information and (60%) may vary among different ENGL 0019: College Research (60%) Communications Technology southern colleges/universities. (ICT) 140 ENGL 0016: ALBE English 160 ENGL 0018 College Composition English 20-1 or English ENGL 0016: ALBE English 160 /English 30-1 Teacher 30-2/ALBE English 150 (30-1) (50%) ENGL 0019 College Research MATH 0015: ALBE Math 150/Math Math 10C or ALBE Math MATH 0015: ALBE Math 150 (50%) Education 30-2 140 BIOL 0012: Biology 30 (50%) TRAD 0015 Trades Preparation II BIOL 0012: Biology 30 Science 10 or ALBE SOST 0015: Social Studies 150 Program SOST 0015: Social Studies 150/ Science 140 (Social Studies 30-2) (50%) Social Studies 30-2 ENGL 0018: College Composition Elective Courses NOTE: Final grade requirements (60%) may vary among different 002-191 Standard First Aid with CPR-C ENGL 0019: College Research (60%) southern colleges/universities. &AED 002-419 Occupational Health and Safety ENGL 0015: ALBE English 150 English 20-2 and Math ENGL 0015: ALBE English 150 Environment (65%) 10C or (50%) MATH 0015: ALBE Math 150 (65%) and Natural ALBE English 140 ALBE MATH 0015: ALBE Math 150 (50%) BIOL 0012: Biology 30 (65%) or Math 140 ALBE Science BIOL 0012: Biology 30 (50%) or Physics 30 or Chemistry 30 (65%) Resources 140 or Science 10 CHEM 0017: Chemistry 30 (50%) ENGL 0018: College Composition Note: Applicants are required to Technology (60%) possess or be eligible to obtain a ENGL 0019: College Research (60%) valid Firearms Acquisition and Possession License. Applicants should be physically and mentally fit and prepared for the rigours of field work.

ALBE Math 140 ALBE Core Courses that Should be Category 2 Trades 5 Trades, English 140 ALBE Completed: English 30-2 or ALBE English 150 Apprenticeship Science 140 or Science ENGL 0015 ALBE English 150 (65%) 10 (English 30-2) (50%) Math 30-3 or Math 30-2 (65%) Physics 20, Chemistry 20 or and Industrial MATH 0015: ALBE Math 150 Science 20 (65%) 3 Training (Math 30-2) (50%) or Trades Entrance Exam #3 1 The courses for each Aurora College Career PathwayCHEM 0017: may Chemistry not be available 30 at Categoryeach campus. 3 Trades 6 (50%) or4 080-113 Physics 30 2 It is highly recommended that UCAP students who have chosen the Nursing Career EnglishPathway 30 take-2 or ALBEthe Standard English First Aid with (50%) 108-001: College 150 (65%) CPR-C &AED elective course. Composition (60%) Math 30-3 or Math 30-2 (65%) 5 There are presently no Category 2 ApprenticeshipTRAD Programs 0015: Trades offered Preparation at Aurora Physics College. 30, Chemistry 30 or II (60%) Science 30 (65%) or Trades Entrance Exam #5 Students will receive a Record of Achievement based on completingNotes on courses page 46 in their selected career pathway. 44 45

3 It is highly recommended that UCAP students who have chosen the Trades Career Pathway take the Standard First Aid with CPR- C &AED and the Occupational Health & Safety elective courses. 4 Students can take Chemistry 20 or 30 and/or Physics 20 or 30 depending on the Category of Trade they want to enter. 6 The Category 3 Apprenticeship Programs offered at Aurora College are as follows: Plumber/Gasfitter, Oil Heat Systems Technician, Electrician, and Heavy Equipment Technician. 1The courses for each Aurora College Career Pathway may not be available at each campus. 2It is highly recommended that UCAP students who have chosen the Nursing Career Pathway take the Standard First Aid with CPR-C &AED elective course. School of Education 3 It is highly recommended that UCAP students who have chosen the Trades Career Pathway take the Standard First Aid with CPR-C &AED and the Occupational Health & Safety elective courses. Bachelor of Education Degree 4 Students can take Chemistry 20 or 30 and/or Physics 20 or 30 depending on the Category of Trade they want to enter. Early Learning & Child Care Diploma 5There are currently no Category 2 Apprenticeship Programs offered at Aurora College. 6The Category 3 Apprenticeship Programs offered at Aurora College are as: Plumber/Gasfitter, Oil Heat Early Childhood Development Certificate Systems Technician, Electrician, and Heavy Equipment Technician. 7NC – No Credit Certificate in Adult Education

Bachelor of Program Eligibility Applicants must be a high school graduate or be Education Degree out of school for one full year, have a desire to work with children, and an interest in teaching Note: There will be no intake of new Bachelor within the NWT. Applicants must possess: of Education students for the 2020/2021 academic year Grade 12 or equivalent including a minimum of: • English 30-2, or ALBE English 150; Program Description • Math 30-2, or ALBE Math 150; and The Bachelor of Education program at Aurora • One (1) of Science 20, Biology 20, College is designed to provide an opportunity Chemistry 20, or Physics 20 for Indigenous and Northern students to enter • A minimum mark of 65 percent is required the teaching profession through full-time/part- in English and math. time community and campus-based programs. • Applicants may be admitted with one area The goal of the program is to provide a of deficiency, provided it is not English. uniquely Indigenous and Northern culture- Such a deficiency must be cleared before based teacher education program that will entering the second year of the program. meet the educational needs of NWT students • Applicants who do not have these formal and schools. The Bachelor of Education requirements may demonstrate an program is delivered in partnership with the equivalent ability by successfully completing University of Saskatchewan (U of S). the Aurora College Placement Tests. Courses have been selected to ensure the Applicants who do not meet these academic inclusion of the Indigenous perspective requirements may apply for admission into and effective teaching techniques, as well the Aurora College Developmental Studies as to meet the degree requirements of our Program or UCAP. university partner. The program is designed to be delivered over a minimum four-year Applicant Assessment period and will consist of academic and Applicants will apply to the Registrar to ensure educational course work, on-the-land learning that they meet requirements for program opportunities, and internships. To graduate, eligibility. Applicants must submit: students must fulfill all course and program • A completed application form; requirements. Students graduating from the • A personal letter stating reasons for program will have teaching areas in Indigenous wanting to enter the teaching profession; Studies and English. • Official transcripts (high school / post- secondary transcripts or Aurora College placement test results); and

46 47 • Two letters of recommendation from a uniquely Indigenous and Northern culture- Level; 12cu Senior Level INDG 0261 Aboriginal Intellectual and community leader, Community Education based program, on-the-land learning, and an Teaching Area 2: 12cu comprised of 6cu Junior Cultural Traditions in Council, school principal, or Director of opportunity to gain knowledge about the NWT Level; 6cu Senior Level Western Canada Education. Indigenous languages are presented. Academic Electives: 15cu (Arts/Science INDG 0262 Aboriginal Narratives of • A Criminal Record Check (A record of courses) Historical Memory certain offences may prevent candidates Program Objectives Natural Science Elective: 3cu INDG 0370 Images of Indigenous North from completing all required elements of The Bachelor of Education program prepares Fine Arts Elective: 3cu America the program, in particular, internships). Indigenous and Northern teachers to do the Health Elective: 3cu History following: Kinesiology: 3cu HIST 0152 Post Confederation Canada Applicant Information: 1. Use a variety of approaches to teaching Academic Math: 3cu HIST 0291 The World Wars • The Bachelor of Education Admissions in order to meet the educational needs of Professional Courses: 48cu Committee will review all applications and NWT children; Internships: 12cu Natural Science may request an applicant interview. 2. Facilitate a positive classroom learning University Preparation English: 3cu SCIE 0120 Introduction to Global • Once accepted into the Bachelor of environment; Culture Camps: 3cu Environmental Systems Education Program, students will be 3. Teach all subjects competently in the SCIE 0125 Environmental Science and required to complete the University of elementary grades (K-9); Document of Recognition Society Saskatchewan application form, submit 4. Meet the needs of each child placed in University of Saskatchewan Bachelor of Fine Arts official transcripts to the University of their classroom; Education Degree and eligibility to apply for the ART 0110 Introduction to Music Saskatchewan, and pay all applicable 5. Work effectively and independently in a NWT Standard Professional Teaching Certificate. DRAM 0370 The Role of Drama in application and student fees. Northern classroom; Aboriginal Language • Priority for program selection will be given 6. Use a variety of assessment/evaluation CURRICULUM Education to Indigenous and other residents of the tools and procedures in the classroom; Academic NWT. 7. Become knowledgeable about the Indigenous Language Interdisciplinary Studies • Student housing for Bachelor of Education Education Act, NWT, Pan-Canadian, and INDL 0121 Literacy in an Aboriginal LING 0102 Strategies for Academic students is a priority at Thebacha Campus, Western and Northern Canadian (WNCP) Language I Success Fort Smith. curriculum protocols; INDL 0122 Literacy in an Aboriginal Health 8. Integrate Indigenous cultural perspectives Language II HLTH 0208 Health Concepts for Northern Program Admission in the classroom; English Teachers Applicants will be admitted to this program 9. Utilize a variety of community and ENGL 0109 University Preparation: Mathematics based on the program eligibility requirements Traditional Knowledge resources in the Responding to Literature MATH 0101 Mathematics for Education and the applicant assessment results. classroom; and ENGL 0113 Literature and Composition: Students 10. Continue in other institutions of higher Reading Narrative Linguistics Program Information learning if they wish to continue their ENGL 0114 Literature and Composition LING 0112 Introduction to Linguistics The Bachelor of Education program at studies. Reading Culture Aurora College extends the opportunity for ENGL 0230 Literature for Children Kinesiology university degree achievement within the Completion Requirements ENGL 0270 Literature of Native North KNES 0121 Functional Basis of Physical NWT. Students in the program will complete Four-year Bachelor of Education Degree America Activity 63 academic/university credits leading to ENGL 0335 The Emergence of Aboriginal KNES 0496 Physical Activity and School teaching areas in Indigenous Studies and Students must meet all requirements of Literature in Canada Aged Children and Youth English. In addition, 63 professional/education the University of Saskatchewan Bachelor ENGL 0359 Western Canadian Literature KNES 0497 Special Topics in Kinesiology credits, including 12 credits (16 weeks) of of Education degree including the required Indigenous Studies student teaching internships are completed. non-transferable courses that are specific to INDG 0128 Aboriginal Peoples in Professional Some courses are non-transferable to the the Aurora College program. Students must Contemporary Society Education Curriculum University of Saskatchewan but are required have an overall average of 60 percent in both INDG 0212 First Peoples of the NWT EDUC 0104 Introduction to Teaching in by both Aurora College and the University education/professional courses and academic INDG 0231 Gender in Traditional and the NWT of Saskatchewan for degree completion. courses. Bachelor of Education degrees are Contemporary Indigenous EDUC 0106 Arts Education (K-9) Academic courses are selected to meet awarded by the University of Saskatchewan. Societies EDUC 0120 Physical and Outdoor degree completion requirements of the INDG 0256 A Critical Survey of the Education (K-9) University of Saskatchewan. As part of a Bachelor of Education Degree History of Indigenous Child EDUC 0204 Science Education (K-9) (126 credit units) Welfare in Canada EDUC 0205 Teaching Social Studies & Teaching Area 1: 18cu comprised of 6cu Junior Aboriginal Studies in Elementary Schools 48 49 EDUC 0207 Children’s Literature in the Education Core Inquiry Program Eligibility the applicant’s assessment results, space Integrated Language Arts EDUC 0411 Core Inquiry Project (EADM, People entering the Early Learning and Child availability, and whether or not they display Classroom ECUR, EFDT, EPSE) Care Diploma program may come from a initiative, a positive attitude and a genuine EDUC 0209 Integrated English Language Culture Camps broad range of social development fields or be interest in young children. The ability to Arts (Grades 4-9) CAMP 0111 Culture Camp I interested in child development with a focus on communicate effectively with other adults EDUC 0212 Curriculum and Instruction CAMP 0222 Culture Camp II healthy children. and children and the ability to work as part of for Northern Teachers CAMP 0333 Culture Camp III a team is also seen to be critically important. EDUC 0309 Literacies of Knowing Applicants will be admitted into the diploma Individuals entering the program may come EDUC 0310 Relational Curriculum Making program based on the following criteria: from a broad range of social development fields EDUC 0311 Methods in K-9 Mathematics I Early Learning and Child Care • 17 years of age or be interested in healthy child development. EDUC 0316 Methods in K-9 Mathematics II Diploma • Completion of Grade 12 English 30-2 (or Mature students with relevant work/life equivalent), and Grade 11 Math 20-2 (or experience will be considered on an individual Education Technology Program Description equivalent)/ (English course requires a basis. Those who are 20 years or older and have EDUC 0107 A Survey of Information The two-year Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) grade of 65 percent or higher.) been out of school for at least one year can Technology Applications in Diploma program is designed to prepare students • Mature student admission requires apply as mature students. Educational Environments to become educators of young children in a variety completion of academic placement tests EDUC 0145 Information Technology Skills of early learning settings, including community and meeting standards of ALBE English 140, Students who have completed the Aurora for Teachers early learning centres, home day cares, Head Start ALBE Math 140 may be required College Early Childhood Development programs, and Junior Kindergarten/Kindergarten. • A satisfactory* Criminal Records Search Certificate may be admitted to the second year Education Foundations Students develop the knowledge and skills • Proof of a current immunization record as of the diploma program. EDUC 0201 Introduction to the Teaching necessary to work with families, community a health professional (per GNWT Child Day of English Language Arts stakeholders and other professionals to support Care Standards Regulation) Students from other Early Childhood Certificate EDUC 0301 Educator Identity in Contexts: children’s learning and development. • Two letters of reference which demonstrate programs in Canada seeking entrance into the Anti-Oppressive and Ethical initiative, a positive attitude, and a genuine diploma program will be assessed for transfer Beginnings Pedagogies of Place Emphasis in the program is on the development interest in young children credit on a course-by-course basis based upon of inclusive play-based curriculum for children • Knowledge of an Indigenous language and official transcripts and course outlines/syllabi Education Psychology from birth to age 11 with a focus on adapting culture would be considered an asset, and from other Canadian approved post-secondary EDUC 0215 Learners and Learning Indigenous languages, cultures, and traditions • Completion of an Aurora College institutions. Students seeking transfer credit EDUC 0250 Teaching Exceptional across the entire curriculum core and delivery application form. will be required to follow the process defined in Children model. Students benefit from opportunities to Aurora College Policy C.01 Transfer Credit. EDUC 0337 Creating Effective Learning observe the application of best practices and to * A record of certain offences may prevent Environments in NWT apply their knowledge in real-world settings as candidates from completing all elements Students who have already completed post- Schools they participate in field placements. of the program, in particular, working with secondary course work in early childhood EDUC 0448 Assessing Learning in children, securing work practicum placements development or early learning and child care Classroom Year One will allow students to develop a (see Aurora College Policy C.21 Practicums/ elsewhere, may be eligible to have courses grounding in general early childhood care Internships). Anyone convicted of an offence transfered into this program. School transcripts Education Administration and learning principles so that graduates can for which they have not been pardoned may and course syllabi/outlines will be required for EDUC 0425 Legal and Institutional function as assistants in any early childhood be ineligible for field placements, and thus may evaluation. Students seeking transfer credit will Education Contexts of setting with moderate support. not be able to fulfill completion and graduation be required to follow process defined in Aurora 440-498 Capstone Project requirements of the program. College Policy C.01 Transfer Credit. Year Two will help students to develop the Education Internships knowledge, experience and confidence to Applicant Assessment Program Admission EDUC 0100 BEd Internship I function independently as classroom leads in Applicants must complete an Aurora College Applicants will be admitted to this program based EDUC 0200 BEd Internship II an early childhood setting, with minimal to application form, provide the results of a recent on the program’s eligibility requirements, the EDUC 0231 Pre-Internship Student no additional support required by employers Criminal Records Search, provide evidence of applicant’s assessment results, and whether or Observations / Volunteering outside of the normal organizational policies current appropriate immunizations, provide not they display initiative, a positive attitude, and EDUC 0321 Learning in Context and procedures. high school and/or other official post-secondary a genuine interest in young children. The ability EDUC 0322 Relational Curriculum Making transcripts, and letters of reference. to communicate effectively with other adults and in Practice children and the ability to work as part of a team is Applicants will be admitted to this program also seen to be critically important. based on the program’s eligibility requirements,

50 51 If an applicant has already completed part of an Pre-Requisite/Co-Requisite Requirements outcomes and future wages, reducing 12. Develop appropriate communication skills Early Childhood program elsewhere, courses may Course pre- or co-requisite requirements income inequality and assisting in bringing (facilitation, counselling, report and letter have transferability into this program. School may be waived in exceptional circumstances. many families out of poverty; writing) and use problem-solving strategies. transcripts and course outlines will be evaluated Permission must be granted by the Chair, 5. Increase employment opportunities for advanced standing. School of Education, or designate, who will through both the development of trained Upon successful completion of the second consult with the course instructor. professionals who can fill the demand for year of the ELCC Diploma program, graduates Program Information new educators, as well as the provision of will have the knowledge, experience, and Transfer Agreements Program Objectives supervision and care services that enable confidence to function independently as Most courses completed within this program The two-year Early Learning and Child Care parents, especially women wishing to enter classroom leads in any early childhood have transferability to the following post- Diploma program is designed to prepare the workforce, to contribute to the GNWT’s setting, with minimal to no additional support secondary Early Learning and Child Care students to become educators of young growing economy. required by employers outside of the normal programs: children in a variety of early learning settings, organizational policies and procedures. This -Yukon College including community early learning centers, Year One of the ELCC Diploma program will would include the advanced ability to: home day cares, head start programs, and provide students with a grounding in general Employment Options Junior-Kindergarten/Kindergarten teachers. early childhood care and learning principles so 1. Design and implement high quality care Students who successfully complete all Students develop the knowledge and skills that graduates can function as assistants in any and learning curriculum programs and requirements of year one may be eligible necessary to work with families, community early childhood setting with moderate support. pedagogies for children birth to eleven to receive the Early Learning and Child Care stakeholders and other professionals to years of age and their families, with a Certificate. They can potentially find work in support children’s learning and development. At the completion of year one, the student will special focus on the foundational years of daycare centres, nursery schools, playgroups, Emphasis is on the development of inclusive be able to: birth to six; or as operators of their own daycare homes, play-based curriculum for children from 1. Recognize and describe normal patterns of 2. To creatively administer these programs or seek employment with Bands, Hamlets, birth to age eleven with a focus on adapting growth and development in infants, toddlers, so as to preserve and promote Indigenous Municipalities, Regional Health and Social Indigenous languages, cultures and traditions preschoolers and young school-age children; languages, cultures and traditional Services, health-related fields, Indigenous across the entire curriculum core and delivery 2. Plan safe and appropriate living and playing knowledge; organizations, community agencies or the models. Students benefit from opportunities to environments for children in group care; 3. Establish and maintain inclusive early Government of the Northwest Territories. observe the application of best practices and 3. Set up and maintain a secure, healthy home learning environments that support to apply their knowledge in real-world settings daycare environment for young children; diverse, equitable and accessible Students who successfully complete all as they participate in field placements. 4. Develop and practise the skills necessary for developmental and learning opportunities requirements of year two of the Early Learning the operation and management of home for all children and their families; and Child Care Diploma can potentially The Early Learning and Child Care Diploma child care; 4. Establish and maintain responsive find work as Junior Kindergarten teachers, program builds on the success of Aurora 5. Understand and implement GNWT relationships with individual children, Aboriginal Head Start teachers, Nursery College’s face-to-face early childhood Legislation and standards for family home groups of children, families, colleagues school teachers, managers in daycare development program offerings. The two-year care, including First Aid and CPR; and community partners; centres, playgroups, or seek employment ELCC Diploma program is designed to enable 6. Be knowledgeable of basic child health and 5. Assess, develop and maintain safe, healthy with Indigenous communities, hamlets, graduates to: safety practices and promote them; and quality early learning environments municipalities, regional Health and Social 7. Support healthy children by identifying, which meet the requirements of current Services, health-related fields, Indigenous 1. Improve the level of care and education to developing and designing appropriate legislation, agency policies and evidence- organizations, community agencies or the children from birth to eleven years of age programs and services; based practices in early learning; Government of the Northwest Territories. with a focus on the critical developmental 8. Recognize that traditional knowledge, 6. Prepare and use professional written, years from birth to six years of age; languages and values are important for verbal, nonverbal and electronic Working titles include daycare worker, childcare 2. Enhance the preservation and promotion the growth and development of healthy communications when working with teacher, family daycare provider, nursery of Indigenous cultures, languages and children; children, families, colleagues, employers, teacher, special needs worker, kindergarten traditional values; 9. Understand the skills for working with families and community partners; assistant or aide, child life worker, early 3. Support families in their search for high and building strong centre-home ties; 7. Select and use a variety of screening tools, childhood educator, and more. The demand for quality early learning and child care services 10. Be knowledgeable of needs identification observation and documentation strategies trained early childhood teachers is great and is to promote the well-being of their children and intervention techniques; to review, support and promote children’s connected to many leadership roles. while they work or go to school; 11. Learn about the various agencies, their learning across the continuum of early 4. Improve the developmental outcomes roles, responsibilities and the partnerships childhood development; of children whose social, emotional and which exist at the local, regional, territorial, 8. Design, implement and evaluate inclusive academic future may be compromised, national and international levels; and and play-based early learning curriculum thereby improving children’s academic and programs that support children’s 52 53 holistic development and are responsive ELCC 0101 Cultural Competency in Early The Early Childhood Development program broad range of social development fields or be to individual children’s and groups of Learning and Child Care I will develop the skills, knowledge and interested in child development with a focus children’s observed abilities, interests and ELCC 0102 Introduction to Early Learning attitudes necessary to promote the well-being on healthy children. ideas; and Child Care of children, families and communities. The 9. Apply a developing personal philosophy ELCC 0103 Child Growth and Development primary focus is on promoting the growth Applicants will be admitted into the program of early learning in accordance with ELCC 0104 Health, Safety & Nutrition and development of healthy children. This based on the following criteria: ethical and professional standards of early ELCC 0105 Child Observation and program also trains people to design, deliver • 18 years of age or older; childhood education practice; Assessment and/or evaluate programs and services in the • Completion of Aurora College ALBE English 10. Advocate for quality early learning ELCC 0106 Developing and Understanding community. Principles of the program include: 140 and ALBE Math 140 or High School environments and collaborate with Self-Esteem for Self and • Addressing the needs of children pre-natal English 20-2 and Math 10C; members of the early learning team, Children to six years of age; • Two letters of reference to demonstrate families and community partners to ELCC 0107 Interpersonal Communication • Enhancing child, family and community initiative and attitude; and establish and promote such settings; Skills development; • Knowledge of an Indigenous language is 11. Engage in reflective practice, develop ELCC 0108 Learning Through Play • Supporting the role of parents/guardians an asset. learning goals and maintain an ongoing ELCC 0109 Field Placement I by being family-centred; • Before students enter field placements: professional development plan in ELCC 0110 Field Placement II • Stressing wellness and the promotion of a • Proof of any current immunization accordance with evidence-based practices healthy lifestyle; required by a health care professional (as in early learning and related fields. Diploma Courses • Following a holistic approach to foster per the GNWT’s Child Day Care Standards ELCC 0201 Cultural Competency in Early a healthy environment for children and Regulations); and Completion Requirements Learning and Child Care II families; • A criminal record check is required. A Students may exit this face-to-face diploma ELCC 0202 Planning for Play I (Early Years) • Community-based and community- record of certain offences may prevent program with either a one-year certificate or ELCC 0203 Planning for Play II (Pre- sponsored early childhood development; candidates from completing all elements two-year diploma. School Years) • Offering an introduction to the services of the program, in particular, securing 140-204 Planning for Play III (School-Age Years) available in the community, region and work practicum placements (see Early Learning and Child Care Certificate ELCC 0205 Philosophy of Early Learning territory; Aurora College Policy C.21 Practicums/ completion: and Child Care • Adhering to culturally appropriate Internships). Students must successfully complete the ELCC 0206 Ecology of the Family and traditions guided by Indigenous required 31 credits of course work. Students Community perspectives; If a student has completed four courses admitted to the program PRIOR to July 1, ELCC 0207 Exceptional Children • Stressing practical application of classroom on a part-time basis in the Early Childhood 2017, will be required to meet the Certificate ELCC 0208 Human Growth and theory; and Development Program and wishes to obtain an course completion requirements identified in Development • Developing and relying on community Early Childhood Development Certificate, they the approved Early Childhood Development ELCC 0209 Critical Issues in Early Learning support systems for the student. must apply for admission to the program and program outline signed by the President, and Child Care meet the above criteria. Aurora College, in November 2014. ELCC 0210 Leadership, Teambuilding, and Students who successfully complete the Early Administration for Childhood Development Certificate may find Mature students with relevant work/life Early Learning and Child Care Diploma Early Learning work as assistants in daycare centres, nursery experience will be considered on an individual completion: students must successfully ELCC 0211 Field Placement III schools, playgroups, or as operators of their basis. Those who are 20 years or older and complete a certificate year and the required 36 ELCC 0212 Field Placement IV own daycare homes, or seek employment have been out of school for at least one year credits of course work identified in the diploma with bands, hamlets, municipalities, regional can apply as mature students. year (Program 140, 200 level courses). Health and Social Services, health-related Early Childhood Development fields, Indigenous organizations, community Applicants who do not meet the academic Documents of Recognition agencies or the Government of the Northwest entrance requirements may be admitted into • Aurora College Early Learning and Child Certificate Territories. The demand for trained early the program on a probationary basis and must Care Certificate childhood teachers is great and is connected to meet certain academic goals to continue their Program Description • Aurora College Early Learning and Child many leadership roles. studies. They may also be required to take The Early Childhood Development program Care Diploma supplementary academic upgrading courses. is designed to train students to work with Curriculum Program Eligibility children from infancy to the age of six, with People entering the Early Childhood an emphasis placed on the preschool years. It Development program may come from a offers a balance between classroom discussion, lectures, practical training and many opportunities to develop teaching materials 54 and guidance skills. 55 Applicant Assessment 4. Develop and practise the skills necessary for 016-100 Introduction to Child College placement test at the English 150 Applicants with good Indigenous language and the operation and management of home Development and Learning) level. English language skills are given preference. child care; ECD 0112 Introduction to Early • A one-page letter of interest and two An interview with the Program Coordinator to 5. Understand and implement GNWT Childhood(formerly 016-103 letters of reference. explore the applicant’s interest in working with Legislation and standards for family home Basic Early Childhood • A strong interest in working in the field of children may be required. A general medical care, including First Aid and CPR; Methods) Adult Education. certificate of fitness is required. A one-page 6. Be knowledgeable about basic child health ECD 0113 Field Placement I (formerly written statement giving reasons for wanting and safety practices and promote them; 016-107 Practicum I) Program Objectives to study Early Childhood Development must 7. Support healthy children by identifying, ECD 0114 Integration Seminar I 1. To provide opportunities for individuals be submitted. Two letters of recommendation, developing and designing appropriate (formerly 016-106 Seminar I) currently involved in the field of Adult one from an educator and one from a member programs and services; ECD 0115 Understanding Self-Esteem Education in the North to increase their of the community attesting to the applicant’s 8. Recognize that Traditional Knowledge, (formerly 016-104 knowledge and skills; honesty, reliability, and suitability are required. language and values are important for Interpersonal Communication 2. To provide an introduction to the skills and Note: Anyone convicted of an offence for the growth and development of healthy and Life Skills) knowledge needed for those wishing to which they have not been pardoned may children; ECD 0121 Human Growth and begin work as Northern Adult Educators; be ineligible for field placements, and thus 9. Understand the skills for working with Development II (formerly 016- 3. To provide an opportunity for participants may not be able to fulfill the completion and families and building strong centre-home 150 Child Development II) to obtain formal post-secondary graduation requirements of the program. ties; ECD 0122 Learning Through Play credentials in Adult Education; 10. Be knowledgeable about needs (formerly 016-303 Programs 4. To provide an opportunity to participate in Program Admission identification and intervention techniques; and Practices Related to a Northern Adult Education environment Applicants will be admitted to this 11. Learn about the various agencies, their Children) with colleagues, mentors, and supervisors program based on the program’s eligibility roles, responsibilities and the partnerships in the areas of instructional design and requirements, the applicant’s assessment which exist at the local, regional, delivery, curriculum development, program results, and whether or not they display a territorial, national and international Certificate in Adult Education administration, and group facilitation; and genuine interest in young children. The ability levels; and 5. To provide opportunities for professional to communicate effectively with other adults 12. Develop appropriate communication Program Description development in educational technologies and children and the ability to work as part of a skills (facilitation, counselling, report and The Aurora College Certificate in Adult and delivery formats developed specifically team is also seen to be critically important. letter writing) and use problem-solving Education is a program designed to provide for Northern Adult learners. strategies. learning opportunities that will support people If an applicant has already completed the with an interest in the field of Northern Completion Requirements first year, or part of a first year, of an Early Completion Requirements Adult Education. The program is multi-level, Participants must successfully complete all Childhood Program elsewhere, courses may For certificate completion, students registered cross-cultural, and self-directed. It serves to components of the program. have transferability into this program. School in the program before September 2005 must provide skills and knowledge to a broad range transcripts, course outlines, and an interview successfully complete the eight core courses, of participants, including college instructors, Document of Recognition will be evaluated for advanced standing. 14 additional credits, First Aid, and CPR-C. For those preparing to enter the field of Adult Aurora College Certificate certificate completion, students registering in Education, Community Educators, Program and Program Objectives the program after August 2005 forward must Curriculum Planners, Administrators, Training Curriculum Upon successful completion of the program successfully complete the eight core courses Officers, Human Resource Planners, and Social ADED 0101 Elements of Instruction I the student will be able to: and five additional courses, for a credit total of & Health Care providers. ADED 0105 Practicum 1. Recognize and describe normal patterns 38, as well as First Aid and CPR-C. Overall, the ADED 0106 Adult Learning Theory of growth and development in infants, certificate consists of 13 courses, including a The program consists of nine three-credit ADED 0107 Course Planning toddlers, preschoolers and young school- communication skills or English course and two courses and a three-credit practicum. The ADED 0108 Adult Teaching Theory age children; practicum placements. courses are delivered in a variety of ways and in ADED 0109 Program Planning 2. Plan safe and appropriate living and many locations in the Northwest Territories. playing environments for children in group Documents of Recognition Electives (Choose 4) care; Aurora College Certificate Program Admission ADED 0102 Elements of Instruction II 3. Set up and maintain a secure, healthy Admission is based on seat availability and the ADED 0110 Special Project home daycare environment for young Curriculum following criteria: ADED 0114 Teaching Adult Literacy and children; HLTH 0110 Health, Safety & Nutrition • A high school diploma including credit for Basic Education English (formerly 016-101) English 30-2 or completion of the Aurora ADED 0116 Community-Based Adult ECD 0111 Child Growth and Education Development I (formerly 56 57 ADED 0119 Teaching and Learning at a Distance ADED 0120 Facilitating Personal School of Health & Management ADED 0121 Tutoring Literacy and Human Services Numeracy ADED 0122 Teaching Adult Literacy and Basic Education Math ADED 0123 Evaluation for Learning Bachelor of Science in Nursing ADED 0130 Transfer Elective ADED 0131 Transfer Elective Practical Nursing Diploma ADED 0132 Transfer Elective ADED 0133 Transfer Elective Personal Support Worker Certificate

The following courses are no longer Community Health Representative delivered, but may be credited as electives in this program.

095-110 Essentials of Career Bachelor of Science in Nursing Aurora College recognizes prior learning which Development has taken place in formal or informal learning 095-120 Career Development Tools experiences or through employment. Licensed and Resources Program Description The overall purpose of this program is to Practical Nurses and other health professionals 095-130 Intentional Interviewing Skills who are interested in exploring prior learning in Career Development educate nurses to work with individuals, families, groups, and communities in a should speak to the Aurora College Registrar or 095-140 Group Facilitation the Chair, School of Health and Human Services, 095-150 Career Counselling Strategies variety of settings guided by a health promotion perspective with an ethic of regarding advanced credits, transfer credits, and 095-160 Labour Market/Work Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition. Dynamic Information caring. The program will assist students to 095-170 Linking Career & Community develop sensitivity to people’s experiences of health, healing, and health promotion Note: A criminal record check is required. by being cognizant of nurses’ professional A record of certain offences may prevent roles. Students will learn to work as partners candidates from completing all elements of the with clients and other health care providers. program, in particular, securing work practicum Through their understanding of, and placements. participation in, the changing health care system, graduates will be active participants Applicant Assessment in creating health for all. The Bachelor of Applicants will apply to the Registrar to Science in Nursing (BSN) program is offered ensure that they meet the program eligibility through a degree-granting partnership with the requirements. As well, applicants must: University of Victoria. • Complete a Aurora College entrance application; Program Eligibility • Submit two letters of reference - one Applicants must have Grade 12 English ELA 30-1 work-related, one personal; and (Eng30) or ELA 30-2 (Eng33), or ALBE English • Submit official transcripts. 150; Math 20-1 or Math 20-2 or the ALBE Math 145; Biology 30; and one level 20 or 30 science Program Admission (Physics, Biology or Chemistry). Students must Applicants will be admitted to the program have a grade of 65 percent or higher in the based on how well they meet the program above courses. University degrees may also be eligibility requirements and on space availability. considered for entrance requirements. Indigenous persons, long-term residents of the NWT*, and graduates of the University and College Access Program/Nursing Career Pathway 58 59 will be given priority in the selection process. This may require working days, evenings, nights, NURS 0121 Professional Practice I: HLTH 0295 Health Psychology Across the Prior to working with clients, students must weekends, and statutory holidays. Introduction to the Life Span submit proof of current Health Care Provider Profession of Nursing NURS 0262 Consolidated Practice CPR/First Aid and a current immunization record. Program Objectives NURS 0122 Relational Practice I: Self and Experience II Upon completion of the program students will Others HLTH 0305 Health and Healing V: *Preference will be given to longer-term have the knowledge and skills needed to: NURS 0123 Nursing Practice I: Complex Health Challenges/ northern residents from the Northwest 1. Practice nursing within a framework of Introduction To Nursing Healing Initiatives Territories, the Yukon, and Nunavut before promoting health and healing through Practice NURS 0323 Relational Practice III: short-term residents of one year or less. the integration of the art and science of ENGL 0110 Academic Reading and Connecting Across Difference nursing within a variety of contexts and Writing HLTH 0335 Nursing Practice V: Program Information with diverse client populations; HLTH 0141 Health Sciences I Promoting Health This is a four-year Baccalaureate program. 2. Be accountable practitioners providing HLTH 0106 Health and Healing II: Health and Healing In some cases, due to the limited availability care and making decisions based on Indicators INDG 0211 Indigenous Peoples of the NWT of clinical placements, students may have to relationships with others, nursing NURS 0124 Professional Practice II: relocate for the consolidated clinical semesters. knowledge, and different ways of knowing; Introduction to the Discipline or 3. Influence the current reality and future of Nursing The Aurora College BSN program follows of nursing practice and health care at the NURS 0125 Nursing Practice II: Coming to NURS 0153 Non-Nursing Social Sciences the Requisite Skills and Abilities guidelines economic, political, social, environmental, Know the Client Elective of the Registered Nurses Association of the and professional levels by anticipating HLTH 0142 Health Sciences II HLTH 0306 Health and Healing VI: Global Northwest Territories and Nunavut (RNANT/ and responding to the changing needs of NURS 0126 Non-Nursing Social Sciences Health Issues (NURS 342) NU). The nursing practice environment society; Elective HLTH 0307 Health and Healing VII: requires that nursing students have basic 4. Be critically reflective, independent, and or Promoting Community and skills and abilities including: mental process motivated practitioners with an inquiry Societal Health (NURS 350) of perception, memory, judgement and approach to lifelong learning; and PSYC 0290 Introduction to Psychology NURS 0314 Professional Practice IV: reasoning; written, verbal, and non-verbal 5. Be prepared to meet the professional NURS 0127 Consolidated Practice Nursing Inquiry (NURS 341) communication; ability to conduct themselves practice requirements as identified by Experience I NURS 0336 Nursing Practice VI: in a professional manner; ability to work the Registered Nurses’ Association of HLTH 0107 Health and Healing III: Health Promoting Health of with others in a professional relationship; the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Challenges/Healing Initiatives Communities and Society demonstration of the physical abilities (RNANT/NU). NURS 0222 Relational Practice II: (NURS 351) required of a health care environment; Creating Health- Promoting NURS 0363 Consolidated Practice sensory perception abilities; and ability to Completion Requirements Relationships Experience III (NURS 370) work in challenging environments (RNANT/ Students are required to complete all courses in NURS 0117 Nursing Practice III: NURS 0415 Professional Practice V: NU, 2012). Applicants who question whether the nursing program. The pass mark for all courses Promoting Health Leadership In Nursing (NURS they have the skills and abilities to apply and is 60 percent and students must maintain a grade and Healing 430) successfully progress through the nursing point average of 65 percent for the duration of the HLTH 0243 Health Sciences III NURS 0416 Professional Practice VI: program should contact the nursing program program. HLTH 0108 Health and Healing IV: Health Nursing Research (NURS 360) to determine if nursing is an appropriate Challenges/Healing Initiatives NURS 0437 Nursing Practice VII: career choice, and/or identify areas potentially The Baccalaureate degree must be completed NURS 0213 Professional Practice III: Engaging in Leadership requiring accommodation. For further detail within seven years of commencing the program. Nursing Ethics (NURS 431) on the requisite skills and abilities, potential NURS 0118 Nursing Practice IV: NURS 0471 Nursing Elective (NURS 482 – applicants should refer to the document, Document of Recognition: Promoting Health Pharmacology) Becoming a Registered Nurse in the Northwest University of Victoria at Aurora College and Healing NURS 0470 Consolidated Practice Territories and Nunavut; Requisite Skills and Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree HLTH 0244 Health Sciences IV Experience IV (NURS 470) Abilities (RNANT/NU, 2012) from (www. NURS 0152 Non-Nursing Social Sciences NURS 0475 Consolidated Practice RNANTNU.ca). Curriculum Elective Experience V (NURS 475) LPN Bridge-in to RN Option or NURS 0491 Nursing Practice VIII The nursing program is a practice-based NURS 360-300 LPN to RN Bridge-in Course Transitioning to BSN program and clinical experiences are mandatory. Graduate (NURS 491) Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree HLTH 0105 Health and Healing I: Living Health 60 61 Practical Nursing Diploma • Submit two letters of reference, one work- For further detail on the requisite skills and NURS 0110 Nursing Skills: Building related, one personal; and abilities, potential applicants should refer to Practice Program Description • Submit official transcripts. the document, Becoming a Practical Nurse in NURS 0111 Pharmacology for Health This program provides students with the Canada; Requisite Skills and Abilities (CCPNR, Care knowledge and skills needed to enter Program Admission 2013) from www.ccpnr.ca. NURS 0112 Practical Nurse Practicum I employment as beginning practitioners. Applicants will be admitted to the program based NURS 0113 Practical Nurse Consolidated Upon successful completion of the on meeting the program eligibility requirements The Practical Nurse program is practice-based; Practicum I program, students will be eligible to write and on space availability. Indigenous persons, clinical experiences are mandatory. This the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration long-term residents of the Northwest may require working days, evenings, nights, Curriculum Year 2 Exam (CPNRE). Upon successful completion Territories*, and graduates of the University and weekends, and statutory holidays. NURS 0201 Healing in Primary Health of these examinations the student will College Access Program/Nursing Career Pathway Care: Part II be eligible to apply for licensure with the will be given priority in the selection process. Program Objectives NURS 0202 The Profession in Practice Government of the Northwest Territories. The purpose of the program is to prepare NURS 0203 Holistic Health Assessment Prior to working with clients, students must graduates who are able to provide health NURS 0204 Nursing Skills: Expanding Courses are offered in a combination of submit proof of current Health Care Provider care services that meet the unique needs Practice settings including classroom, laboratory, CPR, First Aid, a current immunization record of the Northwest Territories. The successful NURS 0205 Practical Nurse Practicum II and clinical practice. The program covers and a criminal record check. A record of completion of the Practical Nurse program will NURS 0206 Healthy Families concepts and skills related to health certain offences may prevent candidates from enable the graduate to: NURS 0152 Non-Nursing Social Science and nursing, basic microbiology, human completing all elements of the program, in 1. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care Elective anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, particular, securing practicum placements. for clients as an entry level practical nurse; NURS 0207 Community Focused Nursing human growth and development, *Preference will be given to longer term 2. Demonstrate leadership and critical NURS 0208 Transition to Graduate Nurse psychology, and nursing theory. In residents before short-term residents of one thinking skills as accountable practitioners NURS 0209 Practical Nurse Practicum III recognition that the North is culturally year or less. working with individuals and families in NURS 0210 Integrative Practicum diverse, the constructs of Traditional community and facility settings; Knowledge and health/healing practices Program Information 3. Collaborate with the health care team to Completion Requirements are woven throughout the curriculum. This is a two-year diploma program, which provide culturally safe, holistic care across the Students are required to complete all courses Clinical practicums occur in a wide variety includes: fall, winter, and a spring semesters in life span; and assignments in the program. The pass of settings throughout the Northwest both years. Due to the limited availability and 4. Demonstrate commitment to lifelong mark for all courses is 60 percent. Territories. Students may need to travel to nature of clinical placements, students may learning and professional growth; and meet program requirements. need to relocate for clinical experiences. 5. Entry to Practice Competencies for The diploma must be completed within five Licensed Practical Nurses established by years. Availability of courses beyond the Program Eligibility The Aurora College Practical Nurse program the Canadian Council for Licensed Practical two-year full-time offering is dependent on Applicants must have 65 percent in Grade 12 follows the Requisite Skills and Abilities of the Nurse Regulators (CCPNR). funding and/or recognition from another English ELA 30-1 or ALBE English 160 or ELA Canadian Council for Practical Nurse Regulators postsecondary institution offering a practical 30-2 or ALBE English 150; Math 20-1 or Math (CCPNR). The nursing practice environment Curriculum Year 1 nurse program. 20-2 or ALBE Math 145; Biology 30. requires the practical nurses have basic skills NURS 0101 Anatomy, Physiology and and abilities including: mental process of Pathophysiology I Document of Recognition Aurora College recognizes prior learning perception, memory, judgement and reasoning; NURS 0102 Holistic Wellness, Holistic Aurora College Practical Nursing Diploma experience, whether from an institution or written, verbal, and non-verbal communication; Teaching from a work related setting. Speak to the ability to conduct themselves in a professional NURS 0103 Healthy Development Campus Registrar for more information or refer manner; ability to work with others in a NURS 0104 Ways of Being Personal Support Worker to Aurora College Policy C.03. professional relationship; demonstrate the NURS 0105 Nursing Skills: Getting Started physical abilities required of a health care NURS 0106 Blending Traditions with Program Description Applicant Assessment environment; sensory perception abilities; and Foundational Knowledge The Personal Support Worker program prepares Applicants will apply to the Admissions Officer ability to work in challenging environments ENGL 0110 Academic Reading and people to work in a variety of community to ensure that they meet the program eligibility (CCPNR, 2013). Applicants who question Writing health care settings. Personal Support Workers requirements. As well, the applicants must: whether they have the skills and abilities to NURS 0108 Anatomy, Physiology and work closely with people, helping them where • Complete a Aurora College entrance apply and successfully progress through the Pathophysiology II they live. They are part of a health care team application; Practical Nurse program should contact the NURS 0109 Healing in Primary Health that includes nurses, physicians, occupational program to determine if practical nursing is an Care: Part I therapists, physiotherapists and others. The appropriate career choice, and/or identify areas potentially requiring accommodation. 62 63 support worker promotes and maintains RNANT/NU. (2012). Requisite Skills and Abilities. PSW 0131 Personal Care II a Community Health Representative then a physical, psychological, and social well-being. Author: Registered Nurses Association of Northwest PSW 0122 Personal Support Worker consolidated field practicum course is required Territories and Nunavut. Yellowknife, NT. Practicum II once all course work is completed. Graduates may seek employment with home PSW 0130 Communications and care services, elders’ homes, group homes, Program Information Personal Development Program Objectives daycares working as an aide with children who The program is designed to be flexible in its PSW 0110 Pharmacology for Personal To prepare students for employment as a have special needs, long term care units, or format. It may be offered full-time, part-time, Support Workers Community Health Representative; under the supervision of the health centre staff using online courses, or in a modular format. PSW 0125 Personal Support Worker To assist students in developing the knowledge, providing support to the community. The curriculum of the program is designed Practicum III skills and judgement that are required of a to be reflective of the program needs of the Community Health Representative; and Program Eligibility community. Each course has core curriculum, *Note: Students must be certified in CPR and To assist students to develop skills in health Applicants to the program must meet the principles and theory that can accommodate basic first aid prior to enroling in practicum promotion and disease prevention. following criteria: the focus of the specific community needs. • Be 18 years of age or older Completion Requirements • Have successfully completed Grade 10 or Program Objectives Community Health All course work must be successfully ALBE English 140 or undergo an Aurora Upon completion of the program students will Representative Certificate completed. College placement test have the knowledge and skills needed to: • Provide a criminal record check 1. Under supervision, assess, plan, Program Description Curriculum • Provide proof of current immunization implement, and evaluate care for people The Community Health Representative program CHR 0110 Human and Community status and families in is designed to provide the graduate with a Needs in Health 2. the community; sound basic knowledge in community health CHR 0320 Community Wellness Applicant Assessment 3. Safely apply the knowledge and skills from education, health promotion, injury prevention, CHR 0131 Communications and Applicant will be assessed against the program the program in the practical area; and community development. The Community Professional Ethics eligibility criteria. 4. Demonstrate organizational and time Health Representative graduate will be able to CHR 0120 Working with Groups management skills; assess community health needs, client health CHR 0235 Applied Health Promotion Program Admission 5. Practise in a safe, ethical and legally education needs, and work with the community CHR 0241 Human Development: Infant Students must meet program eligibility responsible manner; towards improving health and well-being. and Child Wellness requirements. 6. Integrate traditional knowledge in the care CHR 0242 Human Development: Adult giving setting; Program Eligibility and Elder Wellness Personal Support Worker practice is often 7. And will have: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and CHR 0315 Healthy Lifestyles: Nutrition, mentally, interpersonally, and physically 8. Obtain CPR certification for infants, have successfully completed English at a grade Active Living and Injury demanding. Individuals pursuing a career in this children and adults; and 10 level or ALBE English equivalent. Prevention area need to meet certain requirements; physical 9. Obtain Standard First Aid Certification. CHR 0341 Environmental Health fitness, working closely with people, manage own Applicant Assessment Promotion behaviour, and be of good character. Completion Requirements If a mature student applicant does not meet CHR 0435 Mental Health and To receive a certificate, students are required the program eligibility they may be required Addictions Students must be able to: stand and maintain to complete all courses, including practica, to write the Aurora College Placement Test to CHR 0401 Consolidated Field Practicum balance, move within limited spaces, push and within three years. assess reading and writing skills. pull, perform repetitive movements, perform complex sequences of hand-eye coordination, Curriculum Program Admission bend, reach, lift, walk, climb, carry objects, PSW 0101 Personal Support Worker Role Applicants will be admitted to this program demonstrate manual dexterity, and react PSW 0102 The Care Environment based on the program eligibility. appropriately to providing physical touch. PSW 0103 Lifespan Growth and In the practice area, students must be able Development Program Information to function in the presence of common and PSW 0104 Personal Care I The Community Health Representative unavoidable hazards such as noxious smells, PSW 0105 Personal Support Worker program is delivered in either a six-month disease agents, distractions, noise, chemicals, Practicum I* full time program or in a modular format. and the unpredictable behaviour of others. PSW 0111 Wellness and Nutrition If the student has not worked in the role of (RNANT/NU, 2012) PSW 0112 The Human Body and Common Illnesses PSW 0121 Working in a Challenging Environment 64 65 Heavy Equipment Operator • Submit a current driver’s license abstract School of Trades, (can be obtained from the GNWT Program Description Department of Transportation and Aurora College offers three programs in the Vehicle Licensing Office). Apprenticeship & Heavy Equipment Operator field. *Based on screening in the above areas, applicants will be advised if they are Heavy Equipment Operator “conditionally accepted”. If applicants are Industrial Training In this full 15-week program, students “conditionally accepted” into the program, receive compulsory/core training in first aid, they must also: Apprenticeship Programs introduction to heavy equipment operation, • Pass a Class 3 or Class 1 GNWT Driver’s Heavy Equipment Operator introduction to the knowledge and use of heavy equipment, introduction to equipment Medical Exam. Introduction to the Mining Industry systems, preventative maintenance Underground Miner procedures, interpretation of construction NOTE 1. Applicants are not required to obtain a medical for their initial application. After Surface Miner surveys, and air brake systems. This program also includes 185 hours of training on each screening, applicants who will be training on Mineral Processing Operator of two pieces of heavy equipment (crawler, Class 1 or Class 3 equipment, will be advised Building Trades Helper motor grader, front-end loader, track to pass a Class 1 or Class 3 Driver’s Medical in order to become fully accepted in the program. Camp Cook excavator swing rig, Class 3 tandem axle dump truck, or Class 1 tractor tri-axle side dump). Geoscience Field Assistant NOTE 2. For entry into the HEO program, Fundamentals of Carpentry Abridged Heavy Equipment Operator either a Class 1 or Class 3 Driver’s Medical is acceptable. The criteria for both medicals Fundamentals of Electrical This eight-week program offers the same compulsory/core training as the full-length are similar, so it may be advantageous for a program, but students will receive 185 hours student to get a Class 1 Driver’s Medical if they of training on one (as opposed to two) piece anticipate pursuing a Class 1 License in the of heavy equipment. future. Apprenticeship Programs training on a yearly basis. For most trades this means working as an apprentice for on-the- Introduction to Heavy Equipment Applicant Assessment Offered at Thebacha Campus job training, supplemented by eight weeks of Operator Applicants will be assessed based on the GNWT Department of Education, Culture technical training at an educational institution This nine-week program offers the same program eligibility. and Employment (Apprenticeship Division) in each year. compulsory/core training as the full-length cooperation with Aurora College (Thebacha program. Students will receive 100 hours of Program Admission Campus) offers the following Apprenticeship To apply, or for further information, contact your training on each of two pieces of equipment. Applicants will be admitted to this program training programs on an on-going basis: regional Department of Education, Culture and based on the eligibility requirements and the • Carpenter Employment Service Centre: Program Eligibility applicant assessment results. • Electrician (Construction) The eligibility requirements for all three heavy • Heavy Equipment Technician Beaufort Delta ECE Service Centre equipment operator programs are the same. Program Information • Housing Maintainer Inuvik (867)777-7365 Applicants must meet the following criteria: Students must bring clothing suitable for • Plumber/Gasfitter B Deh Cho ECE Service Centre outside equipment operation. Students must • Oil Heat System Technician Fort Simpson (867)695-7338 • Be 18 years of age or older. also possess and wear proper protective All apprenticeship entrance requirements are set • Have Grade 9 level of reading, writing and footwear, CSA-approved Class 2 coveralls, or North Slave ECE Service Centre by the Apprenticeship Division and these, as well mathematics (ALBE English 130 and ALBE coveralls. Headgear, safety vest, and safety Yellowknife (867)766-5100 as complete course outlines, are available from Math 140). glasses are available for purchase from the Apprenticeship Training offices. Sahtu ECE Service Centre • Be fluent in English. College. All required manuals for the course Norman Wells (867)587-7157 • Possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License are provided by the College. Attendance for Apprenticeship is the method of gaining South Slave ECE Service Centres prior to entry into the program. A all courses is compulsory. training and knowledge through working in Fort Smith (867)872-7425 temporary Class 5 Driver’s License is not a chosen profession and attending formal Hay River (867)874-5050 acceptable.

66 67 Program Objectives Curriculum HEO 0114 Introduction to Truck Driving Adult Basic Education or equivalent with Upon completion of the program, students will COMPULSORY/CORE COURSES – Class 3 transcripts be able to: All HEO students must successfully complete HEO 0115 Class 1 Driver Training • Submission of a Criminal Records Check 1. Competently and safely operate specific the following courses: HEO 0119 Introduction to Operating an (applicants with a criminal record will be pieces of equipment at a basic entry-level HEO 0215 First Aid Excavator considered subject to a case-by-case review). for employment; HEO 0106 Introduction to Heavy 2. Perform required safety checks and Equipment Introduction to Heavy Equipment Operator Applicant Assessment maintenance on the equipment; HEO 0101 Introduction to the Program. Students of the Introduction to Applicants must meet the eligibility 3. Perform basic construction procedures Knowledge and Use Heavy Equipment Operator Program must requirements stated above. Individual associated with the equipment; of Heavy Equipment successfully complete two (2) of the following: assessments and interviews may be required. 4. Describe the workings of a vehicle’s HEO 0102 Introduction to Equipment systems; and Systems HEO 0310 Introduction to Crawler Employer Requirements 5. Describe and demonstrate the attributes HEO 0103 Preventative Maintenance Tractor Operation In addition, applicants should be aware that required by employers of heavy Procedures HEO 0312 Introduction to Motor employers will generally be seeking candidates equipment operators. HEO 0104 Interpret Construction Grader Operation who: Survey Specifications HEO 0313 Introduction to Front End • Meet the physical requirements to Completion Requirements HEO 0105 Dual Circuit 121 Air Brake Loader Operation complete assigned duties as determined Students must successfully complete the Systems HEO 0314 Introduction to Truck Driving through approved medical testing; compulsory/core and operational courses in – Class 3 • Are prepared to be away from their home their respective program as well as demonstrate In addition, students must successfully HEO 0315 Introduction to Class 1 communities during work rotations; acceptable life skills such as punctuality, complete one or more courses in the Program Driver Training • Possess a valid driver’s license (based on attendance and professional attitude. Students in which they are enroled, as specified below. HEO 0319 Introduction to Operating an employer policies); and must demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Excavator • Are able to meet drug screening instructors, that they are safety-minded and Heavy Equipment Operator Program requirements. capable operators on each of the pieces of Students of the Heavy Equipment Operator equipment they were trained on. Program must successfully complete two (2) Introduction to the Mining Industry Program Admission of the following: Applicants will be admitted to the program Students must pass all courses in their Program Description based upon program eligibility, applicant respective program in order to complete the HEO 0110 Introduction to Operating a The four-week (120 hour) Introduction to assessment results and/or personal program and be awarded the appropriate Crawler Tractor the Mining Industry Program will introduce interviews. Aurora College Record of Achievement. HEO 0112 Introduction to Operating a participants to the mining industry in Canada Motor Grader and the NWT. This will include providing an Program Information Document of Recognition HEO 0113 Introduction to Operating a understanding of careers in underground The Introduction to the Mining Industry Heavy Equipment Operator Program - Aurora Front End Loader and surfacing mining and mineral Program is designed to provide students with College Record of Achievement HEO 0114 Introduction to Truck Driving processing based on the Mining Industry a thorough introduction to mining operations – Class 3 Human Resources Council (MIHR) National and careers in the NWT. The program is based Abridged Heavy Equipment Operator Program - HEO 0115 Class 1 Driver Training Occupational Standards. In this program, on 20 days at six hours per day, for a total of Aurora College Record of Achievement HEO 0119 Introduction to Operating an students will be introduced to the industrial 120 hours over four weeks. Excavator workplace; mining operations in Canada Introduction to Heavy Equipment Operator and the NWT; mining career opportunities; The course material will focus on the NWT Program - Aurora College Record of Achievement Abridged Heavy Equipment Operator life at NWT mines; mine safety; and mine mining industry and potential mining careers. Program. Students of the Abridged Heavy equipment used in the northern mining Other key topics will include mine safety, Program(s) Length/Duration Equipment Operator Program must environment. mining and processing operations, and mining Heavy Equipment Operator Program 75 days successfully complete one (1) of the following: equipment operation. (15 weeks) Program Eligibility Abridged Heavy Equipment Operator Program HEO 0110 Introduction to Operating a To be considered for the program, applicants Program Objectives 40 days (8 weeks) Crawler Tractor must meet each of the criterion listed below: The primary objective of the program is to Introduction to Heavy Equipment Operator HEO 0112 Introduction to Operating a • Minimum 18 years of age prior to provide a basic understanding of mining and Program 46 days (9 weeks) Motor Grader commencement of the training program; processing operations to enable participants to HEO 0113 Introduction to Operating a • Minimum of Grade 9 Mathematics and make an informed choice on possible mining Front End Loader English, and/or successful completion of 68 69 careers. Instruction may include guest speakers, and interviews may be required. Successful guest speakers from industry, field trips, Program Eligibility classroom activities and other activities. completion of Program 765 Introduction to classroom activities, etc. The objective is to To be considered for the program, applicants Underground Mining is a pre-requisite. produce job-ready, entry-level underground must meet each of the criterion listed below: Completion Requirements miner trainees. • Minimum 18 years of age prior to Students must: Applicant Assessment commencement of the training program; • Complete all courses Applicants need to: Completion Requirements • Minimum of Grade 9 Mathematics and • Attend classes and adhere to both Aurora • Submit a resume Students must: English, and/or successful completion of College and program specific policies. • Submit academic transcripts or ALBE • Complete all assignments to the Adult Basic Education or equivalency with upgrading transcripts indicating a satisfaction of the instructors. transcripts Document of Recognition minumum Grade 9 or equivalent • Attend classes and adhere to both Aurora • Submission of a Criminal Records Check Aurora College Record of Achievement (applicants may be required to complete College and program specific policies. (applicants with a criminal record will an assignment test) • Successfully complete all Operator’s be considered subject to a case-by-case Curriculum Manuals for underground equipment. review). IMNI 0101 Introduction to Mining and Applicants in possession of letters of intent • Completion of Aurora College Mining Careers in the NWT from prospective employers will receive Document of Recognition Introduction to the Mining Industry IMNI 0102 Geology and Orebodies preference Aurora College Record of Achievement Program IMNI 0103 NWT Mining Methods IMNI 0104 Mineral Processing Program Admission Curriculum Applicant Assessment IMNI 0105 Caring for the Environment Applicants will be admitted to the program UMNT 0101 Underground Mining Applicants must meet the eligibility IMNI 0106 Mine Facilities and based upon program eligibility, applicant Methods requirements stated above. Equipment assessment results and/or personal UMNT 0102 Mine Safety & Mine Rescue - Individual assessments and interviews may be IMNI 0107 Basic Mine Safety interviews. Theory required. Applicants in possession of letters IMNI 0108 First Aid UMNT 0103 Mining Equipment Simulator of intent from prospective employers may Program Information Operation receive preference. This 14-week program is designed to give UMNT 0104 Mining Equipment Operation Underground Miner students a thorough and comprehensive UMNT 0105 Mine Services Training Employer Requirements overview of underground mining operations In addition, applicants should be aware that Program Description with an emphasis on underground diamond employers will generally be seeking Surface This program is designed to provide students mining. The course material will focus on Surface Miner Miners who: with the necessary knowledge and basic underground mining careers with emphasis on • Meet the physical requirements to skills to consider a career as an underground underground mining equipment operation and Program Description complete assigned duties as determined miner. Course content focuses on mining mine safety. Experiential learning activities will The 14-week (420 hours) Surface Miner through approved medical testing equipment operation using both underground form a key component of the program, including Program will provide participants with entry- • Are prepared to be away from their home mining equipment and simulators. As well, simulator and actual equipment operation. level knowledge, skills and attitudes outlined communities during work rotations underground mining methods, mine services, Students will learn how to work with a partner in the Mining Industry Human Resources • Possess a valid driver’s license (based on mine safety and mine rescue theory will and as part of a team performing underground Council (MIHR) National Occupational employer policies), and be taught. The total of 420 hours will be mine service duties. Attendance in both class Standards for Surface Miners. In this • Are able to meet drug screening covered in 14 weeks. Course delivery will and field activities is mandatory. Students will practical, hands-on program, students will requirements. have a theoretical and practical component. also receive industry recognized certificate be introduced to surface mining operations Students will be able to understand and training in First Aid & CPR “A”, WHMIS, and and mine equipment operation in northern, Program Admission experience many of the daily routines of an Underground Mine Rescue – Theory. cold-weather environments, using both Applicants will be admitted to the program underground mining operation. Certificate mining equipment and simulators. The course based upon program eligibility and/or training courses will also be presented for Program Objectives content focuses on surface mining operations, personal interviews. Standard First Aid & CPR ‘A’, WHMIS, and The overall objective of the program is to mine safety and mobile mine equipment Mine Rescue -Theory. provide participants with a thorough overview operation. Course delivery will have both a Program Information and understanding of the underground mining classroom based and practical component The Surface Miner Program is designed to Program Eligibility process, mine safety, mining methods and including learning on simulators and at the give students a thorough and comprehensive Applicants wishing to enrol in this program must mining equipment operation. Instruction will Aurora College open pit training facility. introduction to surface mining operations. be 18 years of age. Individual assessments be both theoretical and practical. Students will The program is based on 80 days at six hours be exposed to “real life” situations by using per day, for a total of 420 hours over 14 available resources – underground mining equipment simulators, mining equipment, 70 71 weeks. It will be delivered at the Thebacha Mineral Processing Operator The second portion of the program is 504 students to assist trades people such as: Campus in Fort Smith. Components of the hours long, beginning with a two-week carpenters, electricians, plumbers, drywallers, program will include the use of simulators and Program Description rotation at the mine site, followed by two painters, and mechanical contractors. on-site training at the Aurora College Open Pit The Mineral Processing Operator Pre- weeks off, followed by a two-week rotation Training Site. Employment training program has been at the mine site, followed by a two-week Program Eligibility The course material will focus on mine safety, designed to qualify candidates for entry- rotation off, followed by a final two-week on- Applicants wishing to enrol in this program surface mining operations and mobile mining level positions in the area of mineral rotation. While at the mine, students will be must have: a desire to work in the equipment operation. Experiential learning processing. This program was designed based working 12 hours per day every day. Construction Industry, be physically fit and activities will form a key component of the on the core competencies outlined in the have good hand eye coordination. program, including simulator and mobile Mineral Processing Technician Occupational Program Objectives Reference letters would be an asset. equipment operation. Students will learn to Standards (Apprenticeship and Occupational Upon completion of this program, students work with a partner and as part of a team. Certification division of Education, Culture will be able to: Applicant Assessment Attendance in both class and field activities is and Employment, GNWT). 1. Understand the main hazards in a mineral Applicants need to: mandatory. processing facility; • Submit academic transcripts or Aurora Program Eligibility 2. Understand the main stages in a mineral College ALBE equivalent. Program Objectives To be considered, applicants must meet each processing system; • Submit a letter of interest explaining the The primary objective of the program is to criterion listed below: 3. Understand equipment and components desire to enter the program. produce job-ready, entry-level Surface Miner • Minimum Grade 9 Mathematics and in mineral processing; Trainees. Students will be exposed to “real English, and successful completion of 4. Know the key duties of a mineral Program Admission life” surface mining situations through the use the Test of Workplace Essential Skills processing operator. Applicants will be admitted to the program of mobile mining equipment and simulators. (TOWES-G1); based upon program eligibility. Instruction will include the use of mobile • A clean criminal record (applicants with Completion Requirements mining equipment, simulators, guest speakers a criminal record will be considered Students must successfully complete all Program Information from industry, classroom activities, etc. subject to a case-by-case review by the courses in order to pass the program. The program duration is 12 weeks. Students participating diamond mine); will be learning the theoretical components in Completion Requirements • Minimum 18 years of age prior to Document of Recognition: synchronization with the practical components. Students must: commencement of the training program; Aurora College Record of Achievement The most modern equipment will be used in the • Complete all courses to the satisfaction of and learning process and will be fully representative the instructors • Favourable references from at least two Curriculum of the construction environment. The different • Attend classes and adhere to both Aurora recent supervisors. At Aurora College courses will be sequenced to enable students College and program specific policies 002-245 Orientation to the Industrial to perform the practical component with the Applicant Assessment Workplace greatest possible ease. Document of Recognition Applicants will be assessed based on program 738-002 Mineral Processing Safety Aurora College Record of Achievement eligibility criteria. 738-003 Mineral Processing Operations Program Objectives 738-004 Mineral Processing Equipment Upon successful completion of the program, Curriculum Program Admission 738-005 Mineral Processing Foundation Skills the student will have: SMNT 0101 Introduction to Surface Applicants will be admitted based on program 738-006 Skid-Steer Training 1. Determined their personal suitability for Mining eligibility criteria. At Diamond Mine Site work and continued study in the trades SMNT 0102 Personal Safety 738-101 Mineral Processing Site Training sector; SMNT 0103 Working Safely at Site Program Information 2. Gained knowledge and skills that will SMNT 0104 Surface Mining Mobile The program is delivered in two phases. The enhance their ability to function effectively Equipment first phase is a 14-week classroom and shop Building Trades Helper within a construction setting; SMNT 0105 Surface Mining Hand and component that focuses on Orientation to 3. Developed valuable employment and Power Tools the Industrial Workplace, Safety, Operations, Program Description study skills. SMNT 0106 Explosives and Blasting Equipment, Foundation Skills, and Skid-Steer The Building Trades Helper program is a SMNT 0107 Emergency Preparedness training for the Mineral Processing Operator. 12-week program that will prepare students Completion Requirements The second component of the program is for entry-level employment opportunities Participants must complete all core courses in based on-site at an operating diamond mine. in the construction industry. Students will order to complete the program. The on-site portion provides students with the learn basic construction, renovation and opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills maintenance tasks. These skills will enable Document of Recognition addressed in the first part of the program. Aurora College Record of Achievement 72 73 Curriculum • In good physical condition Curriculum The program includes core courses that focus RTWN 0101 Ready To Work North • Able to withstand long hours of COOK 0101 Food Service Professional on technical skills required of field assistants, BTH0102 Trade Foundation Skills standing Standards as well as safety-oriented modules necessary BTH 0103 Introduction to Tools and • Prepared to work under pressure COOK 0102 Kitchen Safety for those working in remote camp settings. Materials • Able to work a flexible schedule 744-103 Food Health and Sanitation Courses include: Introduction to the Role of a BTH 0104 Introduction to Carpentry • Prepared to deal with being away COOK 0104 Basic Cooking Geoscience Field Assistant; Communications BTH 0105 Introduction to Mechanical from home for extended periods of COOK 0105 Nutrition and Team Work; Introduction to Orienteering; Systems time COOK 0106 Breakfast Cookery Applied Computer and Technology Skills; BTH 0106 Introduction to Electrical • Self-reliant COOK 0107 Soups, Stocks and Sauces Basic Geology; Sampling; Prospecting; Claim Systems COOK 0108 Meat, Poultry, Fish and Staking and Mineral Tenure; Geophysical Program Admission Seafood Surveying and Grids; Introduction to Mineral Applicants will be admitted to the program COOK 0109 Vegetables, Fruits, Pastas Exploration; Wilderness Safety and Survival; Camp Cook based upon program eligibility. and Grains Fixed Wing and Rotary Aircraft Safety; Field COOK 0110 Salads, Sandwiches, and Camp Skills; Problem Solving and Decision Program Description Program Objectives Appetizers Making; and Document Use and Data Entry. This 12 week (360 hour) program is designed Upon completion of the program the students COOK 0111 Practical Baking to provide students with the knowledge will be able to: The program also has a selection of additional and skills required to work as camp cooks 1. Follow the professional standards NOTE: There are two optional courses which courses so that the delivery can be tailored in a variety of industrial or institutional expected by employers in the food may be available when this program is offered: to the needs of specific industry and/or settings. The program structure is based preparation sector. community clients. on the knowledge and skill competencies 2. Use safe kitchen practices with knives, 744-201 Camp Attendant – This course will outlined in the NWT Camp Cook Occupational stoves, ovens and other tools, equipment be delivered at the request of specific clients Program Eligibility Standards. The program content focuses on and appliances. who require camp attendant services from Applicants must be: professionalism, nutrition, safety, sanitation, 3. Follow prescribed personal hygiene, their camp cooks. • 18 years of age or older safe food storage, and the preparation of a sanitation and food storage procedures • Operating at a Grade 9 level of reading, vast variety of foods typically consumed in a 4. Describe the importance of nutrition and 744-202 Camp Cook Practicum - This course writing and mathematics camp setting. These include soups, sauces, its role in overall health. is designed to provide the student with NOTE: Experience working in remote locations meat, poultry, fish, seafood, vegetables, fruits, 5. Prepare a variety of baked goods typically hands-on experience in a professional kitchen in a camp environment is an asset pastas, grains, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, consumed in a camp environment. environment. Students are exposed to the breakfast foods and a variety of baked goods. 6. Prepare a variety of soups, stocks and workplace and are given an opportunity to apply Applicant Assessment sauces typically consumed in a camp what they have learned in a ‘real life’ setting. As The applicants must submit documents Program Eligibility environment. student placement within industry can vary, the demonstrating that they meet the eligibility • Applicants must meet the following 7. Prepare a variety of meat, poultry, fish student may or may not be compensated for the requirements above. In addition, applicants criteria: and seafood typically consumed in a hours worked during the practicum. should be aware that employers will generally • Be 18 years of age or older. camp environment. be seeking field assistants who are: • Have successfully passed English 10-2 8. Prepare a variety of vegetables, fruits, NOTE: Once either one of these optional • In good physical condition and Math 10-3. pasta and grains typically consumed in a courses have been added to the delivery, • Comfortable with working on the land • Submit a medical clearance form: Be camp environment. participation becomes mandatory. • Prepared to deal with being away screened by Public Health 9. Prepare a variety of salads, sandwiches from home for extended periods of time for T.B. (negative Mantoux and appetizers typically consumed in a • Self-reliant test) or present an explanatory letter camp environment. Geoscience Field Assistant Applicants may be required to complete an from Public Health stating assessment test. they do not have active T.B. Completion Requirements Program Description The pass mark for each course is 60% and The five-week (150-hour) Geoscience Field Program Admission Applicant Assessment students are required to pass all courses in Assistant training P\program was developed Applicants will be admitted to the program The applicant must meet the eligibility the program. to provide participants with the skills and based upon program eligibility and applicant requirements, and also should be: knowledge required to function as productive assessment results. Document of Recognition field assistants in the geoscience and mineral Aurora College Record of Achievement exploration sectors. Program Information The program is based on 25 days with six

74 75 hours per day, for a total of five weeks. The field of geology, uses of the Geological Map of Curriculum • Meet the Recommended Path duration can be compressed to four weeks by Canada, and the basic geology of the NWT. GEOF 0101 Introduction to the Role of for Category 1 trades on the NT training six days per week. 6. Understand the processes and reasons for a Geoscience Field Assistant Apprenticeship Program Entry gathering geoscience samples including GEOF 0102 Communication and Team Requirements document. English Delivery of components of this program at a the common types of samples gathered, Work 30-2, Math 30-3, Physics 20 geoscience field camp or exploration site is the purpose for gathering each type of GEOF 0103 Introduction to Orienteering or Chemistry 20 or Science 20. strongly encouraged, if a supportive company sample, and common sampling methods. GEOF 0104 Applied Computer and is able to accommodate a visit, and if sufficient 7. Understand prospecting in the NWT Technology Skills Applicant Assessment funds are available for transportation of including the purpose and history GEOF 0105 Basic Geology Program applicants must meet the eligibility students and supplies. For example, the of prospecting, the importance of GEOF 0106 Sampling requirements and be physically capable of core courses 038-107 Prospecting, 038-113 prospecting to the exploration process, GEOF 0107 Prospecting performing the work involved in the Carpentry Wilderness Safety and Survival, and 038-115 and the common types of mineral GEOF 0108 Claim Staking and Mineral trade. In the selection of students, preference Field Camp Skills might all be covered in a exploration in the NWT. Tenure will be given to students with an aptitude and a six-or seven-day visit. The total duration of the 8. Understand claim staking and mineral GEOF 0109 Geophysical Surveying and desire to be employed in the carpentry trade. program should not change if core components rights in the NWT including mineral Grids are delivered at a camp. tenure, obtaining a prospector’s licence, GEOF 0110 Introduction to Mineral Program Admission staking a claim, and the primary and basic Exploration Applicants will be admitted to this program Program Objectives differences between mineral exploration GEOF 0111 Problem Solving and based on the program eligibility requirements To provide participants will the skills and and oil and gas exploration rights. Decision Making and the applicant assessments results. knowledge required to be safe and productive 9. Understand the reasons and processes for GEOF 0112 Document Use and Data geoscience and/or mineral exploration field conducting surveys and creating grids and Entry Program Information assistants, who will: grid lines including the purpose of surveying GEOF 0113 Wilderness Safety and The program is designed for people interested 1. Acquire the knowledge, skills and and common surveying methods. Survival in pursuing entry-level employment and/ attitudes required of Geoscience 10. Understand the phases and life cycles of GEOF 0114 Fixed Wing and Rotary or apprenticeship in the Carpentry field. Field Assistants including the roles mineral exploration programs and mining Aircraft Safety This program will equip students with job and responsibilities of employers, operations. GEOF 0115 Field Camp Skills readiness skills, theoretical knowledge, project managers and Geoscience Field 11. Establish effective practices to document technical skill and safety training that Assistants and associated working and interpret day-to-day information potential employers seek giving them an conditions, places and types of work. typically encountered in the field. Fundamentals of Carpentry advantage over others without any exposure 2. Establish effective teamwork skills 12. Understand safety procedures and Program Description or experience interested in the trade. including the principles and practices practices including Wilderness First The Fundamentals of Carpentry 1 program of communication, teamwork, conflict Aid (First Aid, CPR-A, Basic Wilderness is 20 weeks in length and is designed to Students are exposed to the program concepts resolution, traditional knowledge Survival), Bear Safety, basic passenger provide participants with the knowledge and through a combination of in-class instruction, sensitivities, problem solving and decision safety procedures when operating in or skills to pursue entry-level employment and/ individual/group study and a hands-on shop making. around fixed wing and rotary aircraft, and or an apprenticeship in Carpentry. Students component covering the practical applications 3. Understand the basics of land navigation Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). participating in the program will gain desirable of the trade. including traditional and historic 13. Develop the knowledge and skills to set employment skills that employers seek. The techniques, the interpretation of up and maintain a functional field camp technical aspect of the program is delivered Students who successfully pass this program topographic maps, use of the magnetic including planning, logistics and operations, through a combination of classroom theory will be eligible to write the Apprenticeship compass, and use of Global Positioning required camp equipment, food handling and hands-on shop work covering all the Carpenter Level 1 Exam. After becoming a System (GPS). and storage, waste and garbage storage and course material in the first-year Carpenter registered NWT apprentice and with their 4. Establish basic knowledge and skills removal, and fuel handling. Apprentice program. In addition, students will employer’s recommendation, students who required to operate computers, digital also acquire the necessary safety certifications pass the Level 1 Theory Exam will receive cameras, handheld radios, SPOT (Système to work in the field. 480 hours work experience towards their Pour l’Observation de la Terre) satellite Completion Requirements apprenticeship. Participants must complete all core courses in messengers and satellite phones. order to complete the program. Program Eligibility 5. Understand basic geological concepts and Applicants must: Please Note: There will be no option for principles including the importance of the • Be 18 years of age or older; a supplement exam until they become a Document of Recognition registered NWT apprentice. Aurora College Record of Achievement • Have a desire to work in the carpentry trade;

76 77 Program Objectives Fundamentals of Electrical Program Information Document of Recognition 1. Upon successful completion of the The program is designed for people interested Aurora College Certificate of Completion program, students will: Program Description in pursuing entry-level employment and/ 2. Develop valuable employment and study The Fundamentals of Electrical 1 program or apprenticeship in the Electrical field. Curriculum skills. is 20 weeks in length and is designed to This program will equip students with job 781-101 Trades Readiness 3. Be prepared for employment in the provide participants with the knowledge and readiness skills, theoretical knowledge, 781-102 Standard and Specific workplace. skills to pursue entry-level employment and/ technical skills and safety training that Workplace Safety 4. Describe safe work practices related to or an apprenticeship in Electrical. Students potential employers seek giving them an 781-103 Circuit Fundamentals jobsite conditions. participating in the program will gain desirable advantage over others without any exposure 781-104 Canadian Electrical Code Part 5. Describe various building materials used in employment skills that employers seek. The or experience interested in the trade. 1 and Drawings the construction industry. technical aspect of the program is delivered 7 8 1 - 1 0 5 L a b F u n d a m e n ta l s 6. Describe and safely use hand and power through a combination of classroom theory Students are exposed to the program 781-106 EMF Sources tools related to the carpentry trade. and hands-on shop work covering all the concepts through a combination of in-class 781-107 Residential Applications 7. Describe and identify site preparation and course material in the first-year Apprenticeship instruction, individual/group study and a building layout. Electrician program. In addition, students will hands-on shop component covering the 8. Describe and construct residential footing also acquire the necessary safety certifications practical applications of the trade. forms. to work in the field. 9. Describe and construct residential Students who successfully pass this program foundation forms. Program Eligibility may be eligible to write the Electrician Level 1 10. Describe and construct residential floor Applicants must: apprenticeship exam. Successful students may frame systems. • Be 18 years of age or older; be granted up to 480 hours work experience • Have a desire to work in the Electrical towards their apprenticeship, after becoming Completion Requirements trade; indentured, and with their employer’s Students must successfully complete the entire • Meet the Recommended Path recommendation. program and must achieve a minimum mark of for Category 3 trades on the NT 65 percent in each course in order to pass this Apprenticeship Program Entry Program Objectives program. Requirements document. English Upon successful completion of the program, 30-2, Math 30-3, Physics 30 students will: Document of Recognition or Chemistry 30 or Science 30. 1. Develop valuable employment and study Aurora College Fundamentals of Carpentry 1 skills. Certificate Candidates who do not meet the 2. Be prepared for employment in the Recommended Path will be considered if they: workplace. Curriculum • Meet the Minimum Requirement for 3. Interpret the general sections of the 780-101 Trades Readiness Category 3 trades on the NT electrical code. 780-102 Safety and Building Materials Apprenticeship Program 4. Understand and wire basic switching 780-103 Tools Entry Requirements document. control systems. 780-104 Site Preparation, Building English 20-2, Math 20-3, Science 10. 5. Read and interpret drawings and diagrams. Layout, Foundations • Pass the Trades Entrance Exam #5 6. Understand basic electrical theory and and Floor Frame Systems with a minimum of 70 percent. circuits. 780-105 Residential Estimating and 7. Work safely in the electrical field. Drawing Interpretation Applicant Assessment 780-106 Shop Program applicants must meet the eligibility Completion Requirements requirements and be physically capable of Students must demonstrate acceptable life performing the work involved in the Electrical skills such as punctuality, attendance, and trade. In the selection of students, preference attitude and successfully complete all portions will be given to students with an aptitude and of the program. a desire to be employed in the Electrical trade. Students must achieve a mark of 65 percent in Program Admission each course in order to pass this program. Applicants will be admitted to this program based on the program eligibility requirements and the applicant assessments results. 78 79 80