COLLEGE OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC – Your Guide to CNA-Q QATAR’S PREMIER COLLEGE OF APPLIED LEARNING

IN 2001, HER HIGHNESS SHEIKHA MOZA BINT NASSER HAD A VISION: to open a state-of-the-art college in Qatar that would provide the next generation with technical training to support Qatar in becoming a world leader. A team searched the globe for the best technical institution and found the perfect partner – College of the North Atlantic in Canada. In 2002 a partnership was established, making CNA-Q the only multi-disciplinary technical post-secondary institution in Qatar. Today we offer over 30 programs in Business Studies, Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Health Sciences and Information Technology, that prepare Qatar’s youth to be tomorrow’s leaders.

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NUMBER OF STUDENTS ENROLLED + 5400 OPENED IN 2002 + ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY GRADUATES ARE WORKING 800 AND INDUSTRIAL TRADES in the fields of Business Studies, Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades, Health Sciences and Information Technology + + BUSINESS 300 WORK 800 STUDIES + PLACEMENTS 6200 PER YEAR PARCHMENTS AWARDED + INFORMATION + + 350 TECHNOLOGY 2500 150 CLINICAL FULL-TIME PLACEMENTS STUDENTS ENROLLED PER YEAR + HEALTH 330 SCIENCES 21 INTERNATIONALLY 300+ CANADIAN + ACCESS ACCREDITED PROGRAMS INSTRUCTORS 140 PROGRAM that meet global industry standards The School of Business Studies prepares students to enter the world of work, equipping them for INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED SCHOOL OF BUSINESS STUDIES employment with any organization, company or by the Accreditation Council for government agency. Business Schools and Programs

PROGRAMS OFFERED: Accounting Marketing Two-year Diploma Two-year Diploma Three-year Diploma Three-year Diploma Human Resource Management Two-year Diploma Three-year Diploma

DO YOU LIKE… ...numbers and problem solving? Try Accounting ...helping people reach their goals? Try Human Resource Management ...building customer relationships? Try Marketing INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: High school graduation certificate with the following:

English Language Minimum 60% (Grade 12 level) Academic Mathematics Minimum 60% (Grade 12 level) OR Advanced Mathematics Minimum 50% (Grade 12 level) Any three additional courses at the Grade 12 level

I feel really proud to be a student from CNA-Q. I feel it is one of the best, if not the best, places for learning in Qatar today.”

Sheikh Abdullah Al-Thani Head of Public Relations, ORYX GTL Business Management – Marketing Class of  Qatari business woman, Sheikha Hanadi bint Nasser Al Thani, speaks with Business students

03 SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY The School of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades programs are designed to produce graduates with a diverse AND INDUSTRIAL TRADES technical background, hands-on aptitude and teamwork skills.

PROGRAMS OFFERED: Two-year Diploma Options Three-year Diploma Options Chemical Processing Technician Chemical Processing Technology* Electrical Power Systems Technician Electrical Engineering Technology* Mechanical Technician Mechanical Engineering Technology* Process Automation Technician Process Automation Engineering Telecommunications and Technology* Network Technician Telecommunications and Network Engineering Technology

*Accredited by The Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB) The School of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: programs are designed to produce graduates with a diverse High school graduation certificate with the following: technical background, hands-on aptitude and teamwork skills. English Language Minimum 60% I chose CNA-Q because I knew my time would (Grade 12 level) be well spent. I learned new things every day Academic Mathematics Minimum 60% from my instructors. CNA-Q has the best (Grade 12 level) workshops and equipment to properly teach OR Advanced Mathematics and develop students.” Minimum 50% (Grade 12 level) Hamad Mohammed Lari Two Grade 12 Science courses with an overall Chemical Processing Engineering Technology, average of at least 50% (Chemistry and Physics Class of ­€ recommended).

DO YOU LIKE… ...learning about oil and gas? Try Chemical Processing Technology ...making things work with electricity? Try Electrical Engineering Technology ...building and fixing equipment? Try Mechanical Engineering Technology OVER 50% ...using remote controls to operate equipment? of new entrants to Qatar’s Try Process Automation Engineering Technology energy sector were trained ...communicating with high-tech devices? at CNA-Q. Try Telecommunications and Network (Energy and Industry Training and Engineering Technology Development Liaison Committee, 2011)

0505 TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE PROGRAM (TCP) SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY AND INDUSTRIAL TRADES

TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE PROGRAM TCP is a specially designed program to prepare students to work at the technician (certificate) level in Qatar’s Energy and Industry sector. All students are Qatari nationals and sponsored by industry partners. Graduates are immediately ready to work once they achieve their credentials. The Technician Certificate Program was launched in the 2016/17 academic year. It was developed in partnership with Qatar’s Energy and Industry sector. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: • High school completion with an overall average of 50% or higher • Qatari nationality or born of Qatari female • Male • Under 30 years of age • Pass the CNA-Q English Placement Test • Obtain required score on CNA-Q Math Placement Test • Clearances from the following bodies: a. Ministry of Administrative Development, Labour and Social Affairs (ADLSA) b. Ministry of Interior (MOI) c. General Headquarters Qatar Air Force (GHQAF) • Medical fitness as determined by Qatar Petroleum’s Standard Medical Test • Director of Administration (DA) approval • Sponsored from a company within E&I Industry

Do you like… …installing, testing and measuring? Try Electrical Technician …designing, monitoring and controlling? Try Instrumentation Technician …troubleshooting, repairing, and operating? Try Mechanical Technician ...combining 3D technology with machinery? Try Process Operator Technician

My experience at CNA-Q has been excellent. I’ve only ever been to one other college before but my experience here is much better. What makes it better is the fact that at CNA-Q I get to perform most of the work in the workshops that are provided for us. This totally changes my experience. The instructors here are really friendly and professional.” Hamed Roberts TCP Trainee 07 The School of Health Sciences is recognized as the premier SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES institution for the development of world class allied health care professionals in the State of Qatar.

PROGRAMS OFFERED: One-year Diploma Three-year Diploma Health and Wellness Promotion Advanced Care Paramedicine (Post Diploma) Medical Radiography Health Education: Diabetes Respiratory Therapy (Advanced Diploma) Environmental Health Dental Hygiene Two-year Diploma Pharmacy Technician Occupational Health, Safety and Environment

• Learn to practice an internationally-accredited standard of patient care • Practice using modern medical technologies • Balance classroom lectures with real-life education at hospitals and clinics • Build confidence as you work closely with our expert instructors ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: High school graduation certificate with the following:

English Language (Grade 12 level) Minimum 60%

Academic Mathematics (Grade 12 level) Minimum 60% OR Advanced Mathematics (Grade 12 level) Minimum 50% Biology and Chemistry (Grade 12 level)* Minimum 60%

* Applicants who do not meet the Science requirement may be admitted to the academic preparatory curriculum, which is designed to provide upgrading in the basic skills required for successful completion of allied health programs.

“I was looking for the best education, and that’s what I found at CNA-Q.” Ali Darwish Senior Officer, Operations at HMC School of Health Sciences Graduate, Class of „

09 SCHOOL OF The Information Technology programs have been carefully selected and developed to assure learning outcomes address technical and academic skills, as well as INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY employability and soft skills specific to the Information Technology industry.

PROGRAMS OFFERED: Two-year Diploma Three-year Diploma Information Systems – Hardware Information Systems – Network and Information Systems – Soware Systems Administration Information Systems – Web Developer

• All programs are designed to meet internationally recognized standards from the Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS) • All programs include an 8-week workterm • Courses are taught with current soware and hardware used in the I.T. industry of Qatar. • Students learn I.T. topics using hands-on labs and assignments reflecting real-world challenges. The Information Technology programs have been carefully selected and developed to assure learning outcomes address technical and academic skills, as well as employability and soft skills specific to the Information Technology industry.

While at CNA-Q, I had many opportunities to develop my skills and personality. Currently, I am the President of the Alumni Association ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: which is a great honour for me. I am glad that my College helped me High school graduation certificate with the following: English Language become a future leader. Today my confidence and capabilities are Minimum 60% greater than ever. Thanks to CNA-Q!” (Grade 12 level) Academic Mathematics Abdulrahman Saleh Al Ashqar Minimum 60% (Grade 12 level) Information Systems – Hardware OR Advanced Mathematics Class of ­‡ Minimum 50% (Grade 12 level) Any three additional courses at the Grade 12 level

11 SCHOOL OF LANGUAGE The School of Language Studies and Academics courses ensure student success in educational programs that meet international certification requirements. It also ensures that students STUDIES AND ACADEMICS will gain Canadian credentials offered at the College, upon completion of their program.

Every student enrolled in a CNA-Q program will complete at least one course from the School of Language Studies and Academics (LSA). LSA helps students meet the requirements to enter or complete their program of choice by offering foundation English, Mathematics and Science courses. National and international students can enroll in Accredited by full-time language studies to improve their English.

LANGUAGE COURSES OFFERED: ACADEMIC COURSES OFFERED: English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Biology Foundation English Chemistry Mathematics Physics Psychology We look forward to reviewing your application HOW TO APPLY and hope to see you on campus!

What you will need to complete your application: While we are processing your application, we invite • Official transcript from a secondary school you to be our guest for a personalized campus tour. Apply online at: go2cnaq.cna-qatar.com Graduates from non-State or private schools must We will escort you through our beautiful campus where you When you apply online you will be asked provide a certificate of equivalency from the Ministry can learn more about our campus life, academic programs to create a CNA-Q account. Step-by-step of Education and Higher Education and meet with instructors. To contact one of our Student instructions on how to do this are provided • Photocopy of National ID Recruitment Officers, please call: 4495-2225 on the site • Photocopy of Passport • Application fee (100 QAR) • Completion of Mathematics and English Placement tests (200 QAR fee) 13 YOUR HOME FOR LEARNING

• Modern laboratories, workshops and simulation technologies • Friendly qualified instructors • Library and Learning Commons • Academic Help Centres: Writing, Math, Science and Accounting • One-on-one tutoring • Counselling (career, academic, personal) • International study opportunities • WIFI throughout campus 15 VIBRANT CAMPUS LIFE

• Separate male and female facilities: - Fitness Rooms - Swimming Pools - Cafeterias • Four tennis courts • Competitive sports teams • Multicultural events • Activities for family and friends • Students’ Representative Council • Health and Wellness seminars • Student clubs • Leadership preparation

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