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• Take on leadership roles. • Make life-long friends. • Hike the network of trails on “I have a lot of ideas and I want to campus and beyond. • Explore new interests • Experience Get Connected. have an impact... This program really and talents. • Find a career mentor. • Cheer on the Selkirk College opens up your eyes to the extent of • Enjoy free fitness & Saints hockey team. • Foster social activism through recreation activities. the Mir Centre for Peace. the industry. Going in, I had a lot of • Join a Selkirk trip to the experience, but I didn’t know how far • Relax by the river, lake hot springs or ski hill. I could go and all the opportunities or creek between classes. that exist.” SPENCER TAPANAINEN, Whatever you decide to do, Selkirk College is more than just textbooks and studying. RESORT & HOTEL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 2020 GRAD
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$2,855+ Domestic tuition per year* Pricing will vary depending on your area of study
$500+ On-campus housing / month
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$1,500+ Books and supplies NEW STUDENTS! ENTRANCE AWARDS (approximately) per year Students who apply between September to December 15, 2020, and are accepted for the 2021-2022 academic year, will automatically be considered for the Board of Governor’s Early Entrance scholarship. Awards of up to $1,000 are available! $750+ selkirk.ca/early-entrance Mandatory fees per year* Discover affordable education. If you are applying to study at Selkirk College for the first time, be sure to also apply for our general entrance scholarships. Awards of up to $5,000 are available! $400+ Funding your post-secondary education doesn’t have to be stressful or Application dates: February 15 - March 31 per month for living expenses
overwhelming. At Selkirk College, we offer a range of scholarships, bursaries selkirk.ca/entrance-scholarships *based on data collected by the Ministry of Advanced Education, 2018/19 Tuition for BC and awards to assist you in financing a quality education and living costs Public Post-Secondary Institutions. while recognizing academic and community achievement. CURRENT STUDENTS! FINANCIAL AID FOR SELKIRK COLLEGE STUDENTS
SCHOLARSHIPS BURSARIES WE BELIEVE POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION SHOULD BE ACCESSIBLE TO ALL Awarded to students who demonstrate Awarded to students who demonstrate Financial support is available from the moment you apply to Selkirk College to $425,000 academic excellence. financial need. the moment you complete your program or transfer to another post-secondary in scholarships & bursaries Application dates: Application dates: 10 BUDGETING TIPS • Apply for scholarships & bursaries institution to complete a degree. February 15 - March 31 September 15 - October 31 • Create a budget at selkirk.ca/budget selkirk.ca/scholarships selkirk.ca/bursaries • Buy used textbooks • Use the library $5,399 Explore additional financial aid options, including transfer scholarships, funding for EDUCATION THAT'S AFFORDABLE • Leave your credit cards at home Indigenous students and a full list of external scholarships on our website. • Limit eating out By choosing to attend Selkirk College rather than $2,907 selkirk.ca/financial-aid • Plan grocery shopping university, you can take some of the financial strain • Pay bills on time out of post-secondary learning. • Carpool or use public transit • Use the free campus gym ANNUAL TUITION COMPARISON EXAMPLE is provided each year to QUESTIONS? Source: Comparisons are based on data collected by the Ministry of Advanced Contact our Financial Aid team toll free at 1.888.953.1133 ext 21295 or by email at UNIVERSITIES (BC) SELKIRK COLLEGE +400 Students Education, 2019/2020 Tuition for BC Public Post-Secondary Institutions. [email protected]
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At Selkirk College, students come first. We are committed to ensuring you have access Located on the Castlegar Campus with views of the Columbia River, to the support, information and tools you need. Our dedicated faculty and staff offer you’ll find private accommodations for students in single room suites services to help you with career, academic and personal couselling, Co-op Education & at Kekuli House. Tenth Street Student Housing in Nelson provides Employment Services, Accessibility Services for students with disabilities, Indigenous accommodations in single rooms with central amenities or three and Services, Selkirk International, Healthy Campus, Tutoring Services and more… five bedroom pods.
STUDENT HOUSING BOOKSTORE CAREER CENTRAL LEARNING RESOURCE CENTRES For more information on living on campus, or to selkirk.ca/bookstore selkirk.ca/career-central selkirk.ca/ apply for student housing, visit: learning-resource-centre * Sample layout. Not all rooms will CHILDCARE SERVICES CO-OP EDUCATION & selkirk.ca/student-housing feature the same configuration Free parking selkirk.ca/childcare-services EMPLOYMENT SERVICES OPTIONS FOR SEXUAL HEALTH Except for Victoria Street Campus selkirk.ca/cees selkirk.ca/ DUPLICATING SERVICES options-for-sexual-health selkirk.ca/duplicating-services COUNSELLING SERVICES selkirk.ca/counselling-services WRITING CENTRE FOOD SERVICES selkirk.ca/writing-centre selkirk.ca/food-services ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES selkirk.ca/accessibility-services IT SERVICES Free wifi selkirk.ca/it-services EARLY ALERT SUPPORT SYSTEM selkirk.ca/ early-alert-support-system LIBRARY KEKULI HOUSE* TENTH STREET STUDENT HOUSING* selkirk.ca/library HEALTHY CAMPUS INDIGENOUS SERVICES selkirk.ca/healthy-campus selkirk.ca/indigenous
ASSESSMENT SERVICES Free fitness selkirk.ca/assessment-services & recreation activities
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The Gathering Place Tenth Street Student Housing Tenth Street Student Housing, Nelson Silver King Campus Common Area 9 9 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 10 I matter here. Countries and regions with Selkirk College Study Abroad exchange agreements “The best part about Explore unique opportunities. studying at Selkirk College was the instructors as they Add value to your certification to enhance your employability. genuinely care about your success. They help guide Bolster your work-readiness skills through hands-on training, work experience you in the right direction, and career education. Discover the importance of work-integrated learning and and push you further than continuing your education with Selkirk College supports. you ever thought you could go. I had never worked with APPLIED RESEARCH AND INNOVATION animation before going to Selkirk College’s Applied Research & Innovation Centre is at the leading edge supporting economic development, technology Selkirk College but I knew STUDY ABROAD adoption and rural capacity building. You can benefit from the expertise housed here through co-op placements, capstone it was something I was very projects and connecting students with SMARTS and Teck Serv research funding. Our GIS programs are also hosted here. Where will your studies take you? Incorporate an international experience into your interested in. The Digital selkirk.ca/applied-research-innovation education. Learn a new language and discover other cultures while exploring the world! We’ve got you covered – Selkirk College will be there to help you when you Arts Program helped me CO-OP EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES (CEES) need it – before you go, while you’re away and once you return. understand how animation If you are in one of our seven co-op eligible programs, you could earn school credit while working in a position relevant to Want to work abroad? Practicums, internships and work opportunities are available. works down to a science.” your learning and future career goals. Reinforce your classroom knowledge and make connections that can take you far. Want to transfer abroad? You can do that too. MITCH BARTLE, DIGITAL ARTS selkirk.ca/cees selkirk.ca/study-abroad SELKIRK COLLEGE GRAD
“The summer after first year, I worked for CEES “Studying abroad through Selkirk College was a dream. It’s changed my life. BC Timbersales, a forest company operated connects you At Nagoya University of Foreign Studies (NUFS), everyday there were new events by the government. There, I learned how to with employers and opportunities to join in on. From cultural activities like pottery making, build relationships with people in the office related to your music, flower arranging and tea-ceremonies to festivals and sports like kendo or field of study! which I think was a most invaluable thing.” scuba diving; NUFS had it all. Selkirk College’s study abroad opportunities aren’t
DANNY BURGEL – FOREST TECHNOLOGY STUDENT just an opportunity to study, they’re an opportunity to live your dreams.” CASSANDRA VIRTUE, TESOL GRADUATE AND STUDY ABROAD ADVENTURER Experience
11 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 12 MUSIC CAREERS: STUDIO ARTS Performing Artist CAREERS: Studio Musician Blacksmith Recording Engineer Costume Designer Live Sound Engineer Craftsperson Producer Crafts Wholesaler Composer Metal Fabricator Songwriter Metalwork Artist Music Instructor Potter Music Therapist Retailer
DIGITAL ARTS CAREERS: Textile Designer Graphic Designer Commercial Designer Digital Illustrator 3D Modeler Filmmaker Film Editor Photo: Mat Kleista Photo: Visual Effects Artist Motion Graphics Designer Animator Web Designer / Developer I matter here. Concept Artist “I built on my previous skills, learned a wide variety of new ones, and was surrounded by educators who continually supported and pushed me. I Photo: Jeremy Addington Jeremy Photo: Photo: Kelly Issel Kelly Photo: was given the uninterrupted time I needed to immerse “Selkirk College gave me a can-do attitude towards myself in my passion. I made Be inspired to create. making a living as an artist while remaining honest about the joys and stresses of being a creator. I lifelong friends. And I had SCHOOL OF THE ARTS developed friendships with my instructors and they the pleasure of living in one have been mentors to me long past graduation.” DIGITAL FABRICATION & DESIGN of the most magical Follow your creative passion to Selkirk College School of the Arts. Imagination and innovation are the TWO-YEAR DIPLOMA TEYANA NEUFELD – TEXTILES, 2012 places in Canada.” tools you need to learn in our Craft, Digital Arts, Web Development, Digital Fabrication & Design and Our training ensures your value in the WEAVER AND COORDINATOR FOR THE MORIJA ARTS CENTRE IN LOSOTHO, SOUTH AFRICA AMI CHEON, Contemporary Music & Technology programs. Elevate your talent to open exciting new worlds of possibility. increasingly digitally-driven world of MUSIC PROGRAM, 2016 GRAD design, fabrication and manufacturing. selkirkcollegearts.com This field combines the artistry of digital design with the skilled trades of EXPERIENCE: CONTEMPORARY MUSIC & TECHNOLOGY DIGITAL ARTS CRAFT TWO-YEAR DIPLOMA TWO-YEAR DIPLOMA constructing the physical form. • State-of-the-art computer labs TEN-MONTH CERTIFICATES selkirkcollegearts.ca/programs/digital- and studios Explore the best of each genre as you develop This program addresses rapid technological CERAMICS your skills in everything from performance to changes and encourages creative solutions in fabrication-design/ • Performance theatre TEXTILES composition to live sound mixing. Technology the making of original materials. Gain skills • Small class sizes SCULPTURAL METAL • Working artists as instructors and music meet under the guidance of required for advanced production techniques WEB DEVELOPMENT EIGHT-MONTH CERTIFICATE • After-hours studio access industry professionals. and effective project management. FOUR-MONTH CERTIFICATES • Business skills This program transfers directly into undergraduate Learn by doing. This intensive program selkirkcollegearts.ca/programs/ BLACKSMITHING • Technical skills programs at the prestigious Berklee College of Music. digital-arts/ prepares you with the skills and knowledge required to start a career as a BRONZE CASTING • Developing your discipline selkirkcollegearts.ca/programs/music/ full stack web application developer. • Experiential learning selkirkcollegearts.ca/programs/craft/ selkirkcollegearts.ca/programs/web- development/ Experience
13 13 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 14 14 BUSINESS CAREERS: ENVIRONMENT & Account Manager GEOMATICS CAREERS: Entrepreneur GIS & Remote Sensing Technician Advertising Field Technician Banker Forest Technologist Bookkeeper Regional Government Planning Technologist Business Manager Forest Health Technician Business Owner Forest Engineering Technologist Accountant GIS Research Assistant Financial Analyst Environmental Technician Financial Planner Silviculture Surveyor General Manager Timber Harvest Supervisor Human Resource Manager Wildlife Biologist Marketing Researcher Industrial Hygiene Technician Marketing Manager Conservation Officer Office Manager Environmental Protection Officer Payroll Officer Applied Biologist Public Relations Officer Purchaser Retail Manager Sales Representative Sales Supervisor
“Selkirk College has all the great things about a smaller school such as small class sizes and instructors that really want you to succeed... As I work toward my Registered Professional Start here. Go far. OFFICE ADMINISTRATION & Change the world. Biologist designation, I am pleased TECHNOLOGY with my experience at Selkirk. It has BUSINESS ONLINE SIX-MONTH CERTIFICATE ENVIRONMENT & GEOMATICS given me a head start with field work, project organization, and how to Whether your goal is to get job-ready skills to launch your career or New opportunities are yours! Do you want to play a role in preserving our environment through write a proper plan.” Learn modern skills to make you to prepare for a University degree, take advantage of our low tuition, vital in the workplace. Choose informed land management? Are you tech savvy and want to EMMA THOMPSON, INTEGRATED industry-expert instructors, and one-on-one support to get you the from Office Assistant or our new invest your skills in this rewarding sector? At Selkirk College, ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING Bookkeeping certificate. Learn 2019 GRAD knowledge and skills for success. accounting fundamentals, the ins we focus on experiential, hands-on, outdoor learning to help and outs of up-to-date software, and students successfully along their ideal career pathway. communication and customer service EXPERIENCE: BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION skills. Study online, full or part-time TWO-YEAR DIPLOMA EXPERIENCE: NATIONALLY ACCREDITED TWO-YEAR • Flexible, full or part-time studies with instructor lead and supported DIPLOMAS • Online learning Take a common first year and then choose classes. • Complete your degree in GIS at Selkirk College • Real-world learning through co-op work your career path by concentrating in either • Programs integrated with internationally recognized research centre FOREST TECHNOLOGY selkirk.ca/office-technology experience, case studies and Accounting and Finance or Management in • First-hand practice in outdoor classroom selkirk.ca/forestry team projects your second year. • Diverse and complimentary courses INTEGRATED • Aquire adaptable skills valuable in • Solid mentorship from instructors who are current professionals selkirk.ca/business ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING wide applications “This program is small but mighty. • Mastery of a range of applied environmental technologies selkirk.ca/iep I learned so much in just a short amount • Become workplace ready POST-GRADUATE ACCOUNTING (PGDA) • Real-world work experience and networking through co-op opportunities of time - six months, and I was prepared. RECREATION, FISH & WILDLIFE • Overseas opportunities with Selkirk TWO-YEAR POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA • Additional transfer opportunities to related degree programs at Royal Everything I learned from the program and TECHNOLOGY International support Roads University, Thompson Rivers University, Vancouver Island University, This program is designed for students who instructors helped me go into my career selkirk.ca/rfw University of Northern British Columbia and others already have an undergraduate degree with confidence and strong preparation.” Applying to and allows them to complete the required ADVANCED CERTIFICATE/ AMY NEWMAN, ADVANCED DIPLOMA/BACHELOR’S DEGREE university with Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) OFFICE ADMINISTRATION & a college diploma TECHNOLOGY 2019 GRAD vastly improves courses needed to become an accountant, GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS acceptance while earning an advanced degree. selkirk.ca/gis rates selkirk.ca/program/ post-graduate-accounting 15 15 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 16 16 I matter here. “Selkirk College has given me a voice. “I came to Selkirk College with eight years of Street When I was a student, people would Work experience but no accreditation. Selkirk’s “For many people, Selkirk College come up to me and ask for my input. Mental Health and Addictions Associate Certificate Everybody was patient and I never felt enabled me to study and absorb information is a place where you come to judged, it gave me the confidence and appropriate to my skill level, relay my experience figure it out. The instructors care made me feel like I belonged. That voice to students new to the field and so impressed that I never had is important for me now, vulnerable sector community members by the so much about what they are Make a difference every day. I make sure to tell everybody that it is level of communication and support they asked to teaching, but they care just as HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Selkirk College that gave me that voice.” participate in projects.” RODNEY NOSKIYE, SOCIAL WORKER JAMES CARMICHAEL, MENTAL HEALTH & much about the person who is PROGRAM GRAD Nourish your passion for helping others at Selkirk College. Learn specialized skills, gain ADDICTIONS PROGRAM GRAD learning. They can connect with confidence and develop critical thinking so you can further your commitment to making people at where they are in their lives and with their learning, quality of life a priority for your community. and they help push you in the direction that you need to go. EXPERIENCE: ADVANCED INTERPROFESSIONAL HUMAN SERVICES DIPLOMA HEALTH CAREERS: HUMAN SERVICES CAREERS: DIPLOMA IN GERONTOLOGY selkirk.ca/human-services • Tight-knit learning groups Assisted Living Caregiver Addiction and Mental Health Case Manager All the great instructors I have selkirk.ca/gerontology • Passionate and compassionate instructors EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE & EDUCATION Community Health Worker Addiction Counsellor had over the last two years have committed to professional excellence HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT selkirk.ca/ecce Community Nurse Adult Day Caregiver helped mold the way I learn and • Focus on personal and professional wellness selkirk.ca/hca Health Care Attendant Assisted Living Caregiver made changes to the way • Focus on importance of community partnerships EDUCATION ASSISTANT & Medical Clinic Administrator • Simulation technology and lab experience BACHELOR OF SCIENCE COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER Child and Youth Advocate I think for the better. I quickly • Development of your advocacy skills IN NURSING selkirk.ca/eacsw Mental Health Nurse Community Education/Prevention Specialist discovered that when you are selkirk.ca/nursing • Rural practice placements and community outreach Nursing Unit Clerk Community Health Worker SOCIAL SERVICE WORKER learning about something you providing hands-on learning NURSING UNIT CLERK selkirk.ca/ssw Pharmacy Technician Community Support Worker • International learning opportunities really enjoy and care about, you selkirk.ca/nucl Wellness Counsellor Early Childhood Carer • Transfers to post-secondary institutions like Capilano MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTIONS really want to learn.” Registered Nurse and with Educational Assistant University, Douglas College, Vancouver Island PHARMACY TECHNICIAN selkirk.ca/mental-health-addictions additional education: EMMA CUELL, Mental Health Worker University, University of Calgary, University of Fraser selkirk.ca/ptec Critical Care Nurse HUMAN SERVICES DIPLOMA Valley, University of Northern British Columbia and Geriatric Nurse SPECIALIZING IN CHILD & University of Victoria Maternal Nurse YOUTH CARE Pediatric Nurse Operating Room Nurse Experience
17 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 18 18 POTENTIAL CAREERS: Aerospace Advocacy Applied Research Archaeology Chinese Medicine Communications Counselling Data Analysis Engineering Forensics Health Services Marketing Medicine Human Resources Information Technology Law Policy Development Politics Public Relations Publishing Social Work Statistical Analysis You matter here. Teaching and Education Writing and Editing “Here at Selkirk we are able to go much deeper
“The small class sizes and one-on-one “I have gained and refined skills I didn’t with our students due to Discovery begins with inquiry. interactions with students at Selkirk College know I had. My instructors and fellow the small class sizes and are not only beneficial for them but also very students have taught me so much over gratifying for me as an educator.” the last three years. Getting to connect intimacy of rural living. UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES with all of these people is one of the best DR. ALLYSON PERROTT, CHEMISTRY We teach, support and parts of my schooling because everybody INSTRUCTOR AND RECIPIENT OF THE Do you want to better understand concepts through the study of language, history and culture? Is has taught me something different.” mentor, and then we 2020 NISOD AWARD FOR TEACHING AND being an informed and critical-thinking citizen important to you? Do you want to know more about LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE AND INNOVATION IDAYLIA SWANSON, maintain relationships RPM PROGRAM, 2019 GRAD the world around us through research and experiment? Do you want to start your degree close to long after our classes have finished, when we end home and benefit from small class sizes? up being collaborators in the community” EXPERIENCE: ARTS COURSES SCIENCES COURSES These programs transfer into diploma and THREE-YEAR ADVANCED DIPLOMA CREATIVE WRITING • A strong post-secondary start Anthropology Biochemistry bachelor’s degree programs in BC: Rural Pre-Medicine (RPM) Creative Writing INSTRUCTOR LEESA • More than 100 courses to choose from Biology selkirk.ca/rural-pre-medicine Economics ONE-YEAR CERTIFICATE DEAN IS THE 2019/2020 • Interactive classes and experiential learning opportunities Chemistry English Engineering ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREES: SELKIRK COLLEGE FACULTY Computer Science ASSOCIATION’S STANDING • Published authors, ground-breaking researchers and working French selkirk.ca/engineering Creative Writing Geography COMMITTEE ON PROFESSIONAL professionals teaching you History Elementary Education Geology TWO-YEAR DIPLOMA EXCELLENCE (SCOPE) • Courses articulated for transferability Indigenous Studies English Engineering AWARD WINNER. • State-of-the-art chemistry lab Law Creative Writing General Arts Mathematics selkirk.ca/creative-writing • “Best of all, inquire” – learn the meaning of our motto Peace & Justice Studies History Philosophy Physics Law & Justice Studies Psychology Psychology Rural Pre-Medicine selkirk.ca/law-and-justice-studies Sociology Statistics ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREES: Spanish Liberal Arts & Sciences Biochemistry selkirk.ca/uas Women’s Studies selkirk.ca/uas Biology Chemistry Peace & Justice Studies Entry to Pharmacy selkirk.ca/peace-and-justice-studies General Sciences Experience
19 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 20 20 OUT OF THE TOP 60 JOB OPENINGS FOR BRITISH COLUMBIA BY 2022, TRADES OCCUPATIONS PLACE HIGH ON THE LIST. #3 CARPENTERS 15,100 #8 CONSTRUCTION MANAGER #9 8,400 ELECTRICIANS 7,400 #12 WELDERS INDUSTRY & TRADES & RELATED CAREERS INCLUDE: MACHINE Carpenter OPERATORS 6,200 Electrician #16 Fine Woodworking (joinery) CONSTRUCTION MILLWRIGHTS Hairstylist & INDUSTRIAL I matter here. MECHANICS Heavy Mechanical 4,800 Heavy Duty Mechanic #20 Metal Fabricator “My grandfather was HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS Machinist a big motivation in 4,200 Millwright choosing this trade. I got Plant Operator Welder to see how good he was at using his hands and how efficient he was in the shop. It made me want APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS YOUTH TRAIN IN TRADES to strive to be better in Looking for your trade? Apprenticeship combines paid, work-based AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS: training with in-school technical training. • Grade 12 any shop environment. INDUSTRY & TRADES TRAINING Interprovincial Red Seal trade certification • ages 16 to 18-years-old Millwrights and is awarded upon successful completion of Desk jobs aren’t for everyone. Do you value hands-on work in a career with great earning potential? Do you • who have not achieved high machinists can work their both components. In-class technical training school graduation is offered in the following trades: way around any problem, want to see direct results from your efforts and have your skills provide incredible value? Thousands of job Participating students are registered that makes it a satisfying openings are expected in the skilled trades in coming years with employment opportunities offering diverse • Carpentry Levels 1-4 – 7 weeks each as an apprentice with the Industry • Hairstylist Level 2 – 5 weeks Training Authority and their school trade to pursue.” work in a variety of industries. • Electrical Levels 1-4 – 10 weeks each district is their sponsor. Speak to – BUZZ GACH, • Welding: Modular Level B – 16 weeks your high school counsellor to learn MILLWRIGHT/MACHINIST and Level A – 8 weeks, Apprenticeship more and visit the ITA website: FOUNDATION PROGRAMS PRE-EMPLOYMENT CAREER PROGRAMS FOUNDATION PROGRAM Level 1 & 2 – 8 weeks, Level 3 – 10 weeks, Plant Operator – 24 weeks youth.itabc.ca/programs/train Learn through practical shop experience and • Hairstylist – 36 weeks Multi Process Alloy Welding – 5 weeks, Through a combination of 18 weeks of class/ theoretical classroom training to develop the • Heavy Mechanical – 36 weeks Upgrader Welding (self-paced) Start toward your Foundation/ skills and knowledge necessary to start as a • Metal Fabricator – 23 weeks shop with six weeks of work experience, Apprenticeship Level 1 Technical working apprentice in: • Millwright/Machinist – 36/30 weeks you will develop entry-level skills that are Training in a variety of trade areas. • Carpentry – 24 weeks • Welding – 28 weeks required to monitor and control equipment • Electrical – 24 weeks and process units in large industrial plants. High school students receive a • Fine Woodworking – 36 weeks selkirk.ca/trades There is excellent local employment and combination of practical, hands-on salary potential for graduating students. and theory-based training leading Sources: 1 British Columbia 2022 Labour Market Outlook to graduation and recognized selkirk.ca/plant-operator 2 Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations: 160,000 expected job openings by 2022. industry certification. 3 Top occupations for job openings to 2022 in British Columbia (requiring post secondary training) Experience
21 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 22 22 HOSPITALITY & TOURISM CAREERS: FOOD & BEVERAGE INDUSTRY Professional Cook Baker Kitchen Manager Caterer ACADEMIC UPGRADING Chef De Cuisine selkirk.ca/academic-upgrading Seek adventure. Chef De Partie Pursue your dreams. HOSPITALITY & TOURISM Culinary Management ACADEMIC UPGRADING SUMMER SCHOOL & COLLEGE SUCCESS Food and Beverage Supervisor If you’re heading to post-secondary classes The vibrant and innovative tourism sector needs you! Be a top professional in RESORT & HOTEL INDUSTRY Do you need prerequisite courses, better grades or improved skills? for the first time or returning to school, you your field – but do it your way. Selkirk College’s first-class training is your map to Hotel/Resort Supervisor Academic Upgrading offers high school level courses in a supportive can take advantage of our free summer and Hotel/Resort Marketer college success programs to get you ready. exploring the unlimited possibilities in this field. Banquet Manager learning environment with instructors committed to your success. Courses include: Front Desk Supervisor Tuition is free, and funding is available to cover fees. • Summer School • Access to Trades Math EXPERIENCE: PROFESSIONAL COOK SKI INDUSTRY • College Success PROGRAM • Instruction in solid business practices, human resources, Guest Services Coordinator • Math Refresher Courses selkirk.ca/cook STUDY AREAS INCLUDE: leadership and marketing Lift Operations Supervisor Adult Upgrading Grant Biology selkirk.ca/summerschool • Opportunities to grow your leadership skills and critical thinking Mountain Operations Supervisor CULINARY MANAGEMENT The grant can cover student fees, books, supplies, Chemistry • Student-centered involvement through classroom, practical and Resort, Cat- and Heli-skiing applicable transportation and unsubsidized child selkirk.ca/culinary Computer Studies SOAR (STEPS TO OPPORTUNITIES, experiential learning Operations Coordinator care costs. We will help you access this grant, ACADEMICS, & READINESS) • Up-to-date technology and invaluable industry partnerships RESORT & HOTEL MANAGEMENT Risk Manager don’t miss this opportunity! Education and Career Planning Selkirk College has a diverse offering of • Close-knit community, small classes and personalized attention selkirk.ca/rhm Ski Patroller Email [email protected] to get started today! English programs to meet the learning needs of • Industry powerhouse instructors Snow School Supervisor/Manager English as a Second Language (ESL) adult students. There are many options SKI RESORT OPERATIONS • Professional work-term placements as part of Terrain Park Manager available that lead to certification and & MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE: Essential Skills the learning experience develop transferable skills for adult living selkirk.ca/ski GOLF INDUSTRY Indigenous Fine Arts • Graduates accelerated into positions of management • A schedule that suits your needs and employment. Golf Club Manager • Improved understanding of Learning & College Success • Credit toward a four-year bachelor’s degree from universities GOLF CLUB OPERATIONS ONLINE Pro Shop Manager course content Mathematics selkirk.ca/SOAR across Canada, Australia and Europe selkirk.ca/golf Tournament Coordinator • A respectful atmosphere Physics • An understanding of how you learn best Social Studies • Help with difficult concepts Adult Dogwood Graduation Diploma • Instructors committed to your success
23 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 24 I matter here. “The best part of studying at “Taking the TESOL program at Selkirk College “I chose Selkirk College. After Selkirk College was the practical was the first step to beginning my career in a hearing about it, I couldn’t meaningful and gratifying international setting... If focus on anything else. I loved and applicable curriculum that you have a passion for international development, everything. The instructors here enhanced my career. The college Expand your horizons. travel and authentic engagement with international are confident and teach valuable students, I highly recommend connecting with lessons. The connection you environment, with small class INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION Selkirk International to see the world of opportunity make to community is also very sizes and personable instructors, that awaits you.” important.” made my learning experience International experiences are a great way to learn about yourself, your culture and see the EMILY KANDBORG, JUNSEOP HAN, ELP AND TESOL GRAD RESORT AND HOTEL meaningful. Selkirk College world from a new perspective. Integrate an international experience into your study plan. MANAGEMENT 2019 GRAD helped me reach my career goals Use Selkirk College as your launching pad to the world. by having current course subject matter that was relevant to GIS STUDY ABROAD ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM TESOL ADVANCED DIPLOMA AND INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL “My two years in the Business Administration program at Selkirk Learn a language, get credit toward CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS EXPERIENCES ARE AVAILABLE RIGHT work directly and deepening my The English Language Program (ELP) AT SELKIRK COLLEGE College was the starting point that graduation, travel the world. The Selkirk College TESOL Advanced understanding of environmental develops and refines English language • Apply for work and become a cultural lead me to study abroad in Paris skills for university or advanced studies, Diploma program is for students interested and eventually decide to transfer WORK ABROAD assistant and welcome visiting students sciences. I use programs and professional and career opportunities, or in teaching English as a second or abroad to complete my BBA. From Practicums, internships and work • Volunteer as a cultural partner and share concepts from GIS training in my personal growth. It is a comprehensive and foreign language either domestically or the small class sizes to the beautiful opportunities are available. languages and experiences with visiting Kootenay region, Selkirk College flexible multi-level program that combines internationally. Classes are offered in everyday deliverables and apply students offers something for everyone. I’ve TRANSFER ABROAD one intensive semester of study. Upon core English language skill area practice • Learn an international perspective right had an incredible experience living hydrology knowledge to create completion, students are eligible for TESL Complete your degree. with high-interest seminars. On successful in your classroom with the international and studying in Paris, and I wouldn’t Canada Professional Certification. realistic hydraulic models with completion of Advanced English Level community studying alongside have been able to do it without SELKIRK INTERNATIONAL Selkirk College.” environmental data.” and College Composition, students can selkirk.ca/tesol • Make a new friend from across the world Selkirk International provides full support enter other college programs without a VANESSA FORD, – TAYLOR OSBERG, for students from around the world and standardized language test such as IELTS. BUSINESS GRADUATE INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENT close to home. Assistance is provided with PLANNING 2017 AND GEOGRAPHIC selkirk.ca/esl study permits and visas, medical coverage, INFORMATION SYSTEMS tutoring and academic advising, homestay 2019 GRAD and student housing. selkirk.ca/international Experience
25 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 26 26 Program List SELKIRK COLLEGE PROGRAM ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 2020 Visit selkirk.ca/programs to view all programs. Please note that the Academic Admission Requirements are subject to change and are for planning purposes only. Please see the Selkirk College Equivalency Chart for equivalent courses. Some programs may require additonal non-academic admission requirements. Please see the Selkirk College Academic Calendar for these requirements. For students whose first language is not English, check additional language requirements. SCHOOL OF THE ARTS SELKIRK INTERNATIONAL BACHELOR DEGREE PROGRAMS For more information, visit selkirk.ca/future-students Blacksmithing Advanced Diploma in TESOL Geographic Information Systems Bronze Casting (Teaching English to Speakers of Nursing – University of Victoria CERTIFICATE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Blacksmithing Studio General Selkirk College admission requirements as per Policy 8611: Admissions Ceramics Other Languages) POST-GRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMS Music & Technology English Language Program Accounting Bronze Casting Studio General Selkirk College admission requirements as per Policy 8611: Admissions Digital Arts INDUSTRY & TRADES TRAINING Business Management Ceramics Studio General Selkirk College admission requirements as per Policy 8611: Admissions Digital Fabrication & Design Carpentry Foundation & Apprenticeship Culinary Management Sculptural Metal Studio General Selkirk College admission requirements as per Policy 8611: Admissions Textiles Electrical Foundation & Apprenticeship Hospitality Management Textiles Studio General Selkirk College admission requirements as per Policy 8611: Admissions Web Development Fine Woodworking Foundation Gerontological Nursing Web Development English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%. Computer Information Systems 11 and/or BUSINESS Hairstylist Foundation ACADEMIC UPGRADING & DEVELOPMENT Computer Programming 11 is recommended Business Administration Heavy Mechanical Foundation Academic Upgrading DIPLOMA Metal Fabricator Foundation Office Administration & Technology BC Adult Graduation Diploma Digital Arts English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% Millwright/Machinist Foundation Transitional Training Digital Fabrication and Design English Studies 12 with minimum of 67%; Math 11 (Foundations or Pre-Calculus) with a minimum of 73% HEALTH Plant Operator Gerontology (Online Program) Welding COMMUNITY EDUCATION Music & Technology - Contemporary English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% Health Care Assistant & WORKPLACE TRAINING ENVIRONMENT & GEOMATICS CERTIFICATE (C) / ADVANCED CERTIFICATE (AC) Nursing Personal and professional development BUSINESS Forest Technology Office Administration & Technology - English Studies 11 with a minimum of 60%; Apprenticeship & Workplace Math 11 with a minimum of 60% Nursing Unit Clerk (Online Program) courses are available through many of our Office Assistant or Bookkeeping Specialty (C) Geographic Information Systems campus locations. To view the current list of Pharmacy Technician (Online Program) Office Administration & Technology - Successful completion of Office Administration & Technology Certificate – Office Assistant Specialty (or equivalent) with Integrated Environmental Planning Technology Community Education courses, visit Bookkeeping (AC) program grade point average of 2.67 or higher HUMAN SERVICES Recreation, Fish & Wildlife Technology selkirk.ca/ce Community Support Worker Office Administration & Technology - Successful completion of the Office Administration & Technology Certificate (or equivalent) with a program GPA of 2.67 Administrative Assistant (AC) or higher Education Assistant & Community Support Worker UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES CO-OP EDUCATION DIPLOMA / ADVANCED DIPLOMA Early Childhood Care & Education ONE-YEAR CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Integrate paid work experience with your Mental Health & Addictions Engineering Transfer (Applied Science) studies and develop relevant employment Business Administration - English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%; Any Math 11 with a minimum of 60% Professional Management or Accounting (D) Social Service Worker skills, confidence through real world ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREES experiences, a competitive edge and realistic Business Administration - Successful completion of the Selkirk College Business Administration Diploma Year 3 (AD) HOSPITALITY & TOURISM Creative Writing expectations of the workforce. Visit Culinary Management Elementary Education selkirk.ca/coop ADVANCED CERTIFICATE (AC) / DIPLOMA (D) / ADVANCED DIPLOMA (AD) ENVIRONMENT & GEOMATICS English Golf Club Operations (Online Program) Geomatics in the Workplace (AC) Completion of a recognized college diploma/associate degree or university degree in a related discipline or General Arts TRANSITIONS FOR equivalent education or work experience. Professional Cook Training History HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Resort & Hotel Management Forest Technology (D) English Studies 12 with a minimum of 67%; Foundations of Mathematics 11 with a minimum of 67%; Psychology If you are a Grade 10 to 12 student, you Biology 11 with a minimum of 67%. Ski Resort Operations & Management have the opportunity to participate in post- Integrated Environmental English Studies 12 with a minimum of 67%; Foundations of Mathematics 11 with a minimum of 67%; ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREES secondary programs that fit YOUR interests, Planning Technology (D) Biology 11 with a minimum of 67% Biochemistry personality and style of learning—all while Recreation, Fish & Wildlife Technology (D) English Studies 12 with a minimum of 67%; Foundations of Mathematics 11 with a minimum of 67%; Biology Biology 11 with a minimum of 67% Chemistry earning credits towards high school and college Entry to Pharmacy graduation. For a full list of available courses Geographic Information Systems (AD) Completion of a recognized college diploma/associate degree or university degree in a related discipline or equivalent education or work experience. General Sciences and programs, visit selkirk.ca/transitions/ Rural Pre-Health courses-programs DEGREE Geographic Information Systems Completion of 60 credits from a diploma/associate degree or applied/academic degree from an accredited LIBERAL ARTS DIPLOMAS post-secondary institution with an average GPA of at least 2.33. Creative Writing ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATE (AC) / CERTIFICATE (C) / ADVANCED CERTIFICATE (ADC) Law and Justice Studies HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Liberal Arts Community Support Worker (AC) English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%, and potential candidates must be currently employed with a local community Peace and Justice Studies living organization and have a minimum of three years of full-time equivalent employment in the field Mental Health & Addictions (AC) English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% and completion of the Health and Human Services diploma or two years of ADVANCED DIPLOMA relevant program; or completion of a certificate program in Health and Human Services or relevant field and two years Rural Pre-Medicine of experience in the field; or five years of experience in the Health and Human Services field and permission from the Instructor and Chair of Health and Human Services
Victoria Street Campus Castlegar Campus Starts in Fall
Tenth Street Campus Trail Campus Starts in Winter Online Learning Silver King Campus Starts in Spring
27 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 28 SELKIRK COLLEGE PROGRAM ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE PROGRAM ACADEMIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 2020
Please note that the Academic Admission Requirements are subject to change and are for planning purposes only. Please see the Selkirk College Please note that the Academic Admission Requirements are subject to change and are for planning purposes only. Please see the Selkirk College Equivalency Chart for equivalent courses. Some programs may require additonal non-academic admission requirements. Please see the Selkirk College Equivalency Chart for equivalent courses. Some programs may require additonal non-academic admission requirements. Please see the Selkirk College Academic Calendar for these requirements. For students whose first language is not English, check additional language requirements. Academic Calendar for these requirements. For students whose first language is not English, check additional language requirements. For more information, visit selkirk.ca/future-students For more information, visit selkirk.ca/future-students
ASSOCIATE CERTIFICATE (AC) / CERTIFICATE (C) / ADVANCED CERTIFICATE (ADC) HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES Early Childhood Care & Education English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%, and completion of an Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate Biology English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%; Math 12 or Pre-Calc 12 with a minimum of 67%; Biology 12 (ADC in Inclusive Practices or Infant/Toddler) from an approved BC institution and Chemistry 11 with a minimum of 67% Early Childhood Care & Education (C) English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% Biochemistry English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%; Math 12 or Pre-Calc 12 with a minimum of 67%; Biology 12, Health Care Assistant (C) English 10 with a minimum of 67% Chemistry 11, and Physics 12 with a minimum of 67% Education Assistant & Community English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% Chemistry English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%; Math 12 or Pre-Calc 12 with a minimum of 67%; Biology 12, Chemistry 11, Support Worker (C) and Physics 12 with a minimum of 67%. (Physics 12 is recommended and Chemistry 12 is strongly recommended) Entry to Pharmacy English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%; Math 12 or Pre-Calc 12 with a minimum of 67%; Biology 12 Nursing Unit Clerk (C) English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% and Chemistry 11 with a minimum of 67%
Pharmacy Technician (C) English Studies 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 11, Pre-calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 12 all with a minumum of 60% General Sciences English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%; Math 12 or Pre-Calc 12 with a minimum of 67% Social Service Worker (C) English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%. The College Readiness Tool (CRT) must be completed prior to program start ADVANCED DIPLOMA DIPLOMA / ADVANCED DIPLOMA Rural Pre-Medicine English Studies 12; Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-calculus 12; Two other approved Grade 12 courses, one of which must be: Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geography 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12 ; Chemistry 11; Physics 11 (minimum 60%). Human Services Diploma – Child & Youth Care English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%. A minimum of 40 hours paid or voluntary work experience Unless otherwise stated a minimum of 67% is required in all prerequisite courses. Specialty, Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) (Except in the ECCE program) with appropriate groups. Evidence of completion of a certificate in ECCE, EACSW, SSW (Biology 12 and Chemistry 12 are strongly recommended) Specialty, Social Service Worker Specialty Diplomas or equivalent within the last five years ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE Gerontology (AD) Completion of a Health Care provider credential (e.g. LPN, BSN, BSW, etc.) Creative Writing English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% DEGREE English English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% Nursing English Studies 12 (73%), Biology 12 (73%), Chemistry 11 (67%), Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 11(67%) Elementary Education English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% CERTIFICATE HOSPITALITY & TOURISM General Arts English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% Golf Club Operations Online (GCOOL) English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% History English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% Professional Cook Training Successful completion of Grade 10 or equivalent with passing grades in any Math 10 and any English 10 Psychology English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION / TECHNICAL TRAINING / CERTIFICATE Culinary Management English Studies 12 with a minimum of 67% INDUSTRY & TRADES BC Electrical Code Apprentice or Journeyperson Electrician (this is a online CE course) Resort & Hotel Management English Studies 12 with a minimum of 67% Carpentry Apprenticeship (Levels 1-4) Indentured in a Carpentry Apprenticeship. Active work apprenticeship sponsor. Successful completion of previous level Ski Resort Operations & Management English Studies 12 with a minimum of 67% Carpentry Foundation Program Workplace Math 11, or Selkirk ABE Math 46, with a minimum of 60% or better CERTIFICATE / ADVANCED CERTIFICATE / ADVANCED DIPLOMA INTERNATIONAL Electrical Apprenticeship (Levels 1-4) Indentured in a Electrical Apprenticeship. Active Apprenticeship Work Sponsor. Successful completion of previous level English Language Program (ELP) No academic requirement Electrical Foundation Program Pre-Calculus 11, or Selkirk ABE Math 50, with a minimum of 60% or better Teaching English to Speakers of Advanced Diploma and Advanced Certificate applicants must have successfully graduated from a degree or diploma program from a Fine Woodworking Program Workplace Math 11, or Selkirk ABE Math 46, with a minimum of 60% or better Other Languages recognized institution or completed at least two years of post-secondary education. Entrance requirements include an average of 67% in prior course work. Heavy Mechanical Foundation Program Workplace Math 11, or Selkirk ABE Math 46, with a minimum of 60% or better Hairstylist Foundation Program Completion of BC grade 10 or equivalent (e.g. GED, ABE Intermediate) Applicants who are speakers of other languages must provide evidence of a minimal TOEFL score of 213 (CBT), an IELTS score of 6.5, or have completed the Selkirk Advanced English Language program and English 60 or EASL 067 with a minimum 76% or higher average. Metal Fabricator Foundation Program Workplace Math 11, or Selkirk ABE Math 46, with a minimum of 60% or better NOTE: To be eligible for TESL Canada Professional Standard One or Two Certification, applicants who are speakers of other languages Millwright/Machinist Foundation Level Workplace Math 11, or Selkirk ABE Math 46, with a minimum of 60% or better must have an IELTS score of 7.0 or equivalent and all applicants must have a bachelor’s degree. Plant Operator Program Workplace Math 11, or Selkirk ABE Math 46, with a minimum of 60% or better CERTIFICATE UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCES Welding Foundation Program Workplace Math 11, or Selkirk ABE Math 46, with a minimum of 60% or better Engineering English Studies 12 with a minimum of 67%; Chemistry 12; Pre-calculus 12 or Principles of Math 12 and Welder Apprentice (Levels 1-3) Indentured in a Welding Apprenticeship. Active work apprenticeship sponsor. Successful completion of previous level Physics 12 with 80% or higher Welder A Completion of Welder “B” and 4500 work-placed hours LIBERAL ARTS DIPLOMA Welder B Completion of Welder Foundation and 1000 work-placed hours Creative Writing English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% Law & Justice Studies English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% Peace & Justice Studies English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60% General Liberal Arts English Studies 12 with a minimum of 60%
Victoria Street Campus Castlegar Campus Starts in Fall Victoria Street Campus Castlegar Campus Starts in Fall
Tenth Street Campus Trail Campus Starts in Winter Tenth Street Campus Trail Campus Starts in Winter Online Learning Silver King Campus Starts in Spring Online Learning Silver King Campus Starts in Spring
29 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 SELKIRK COLLEGE VIEWBOOK 2020 30 How do you define Ready to Apply? Applications are accepted 12 months preceding the start date yourself? for most programs. Students are accepted on a first-qualified/ first-accepted basis, upon completion of all admission What makes you unique? What are you passionate about? requirements. APPLY EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. What kind of career suits your personality? Consider your Need help? Contact: [email protected] strengths and weaknesses. What are your values? Check out Selkirk College programs to discover a fit for you. Choose your program SCHOOL OF THE ARTS INDUSTRY & TRADES Whether you are a student starting your college TRAINING • Artistic journey, returining for additional training or • Critical reasoning skills registering for preparation courses, Selkirk College • Independent offers you a variety of options. • Strength and stamina • Open to fresh ideas • Mechanical ability • Curious and inquisitive Review the admission requirements • Ability to plan and • Expressive organize First time applicants must complete the College Readiness Tool (CRT) and provide evidence that BUSINESS • Adept with technology they have meet the College general and specific • A strong leader program requirements. ENVIRONMENT & • Unstoppable GEOMATICS Complete the application • Motivated • Keen observation with critical thinking Apply in person, by mail or online through • Adaptable APPLYBC. Pay the non-refundable application • Organized • Problem solving fee in order for your application to be processed. • Values the natural world Visit selkirk.ca/admissions/admissions-office/ HEALTH & HUMAN application-process-information SERVICES • Strong communicator • Idealistic • Tech savvy Include your documentation • Generous UNIVERSITY ARTS & Include your transcripts from high school and • Communicator SCIENCES any post-secondary institutions. Enrolled in high school? Please provide an interim transcript. • Empathetic • Creative and analytical thinker • Courageous • Innovative and attentive HOSPITALITY & Pay the seat deposit TOURISM • Explorer • Seeking understanding Hold your seat by paying the non-refundable • Team player seat deposit as soon as you get your letter of of self and world • Cultural awareness acceptance or conditional acceptance. • Strong writer and • Committed to guest researcher satisfaction • Multitasker • Adventurer
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