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DEGREE PARTNERSHIPS
Six Regional Campuses Terrace • Prince Rupert • Smithers Hazelton • Masset • Queen Charlotte
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2020
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PROGRAM
CREDENTIAL
LOCATION
INTAKES
LENGTH
REQUIREMENTS
General Studies
Associate of Arts Degree
Terrace Prince Rupert
September January
2 years
English 12 or equivalent
Archaeological & Cultural Resource
Associate of Arts Degree
Terrace
September
2 years
English 12 or equivalent. Individual courses in
Prince Rupert
January
ARTS
Management Specialization
program require the equivalent to Math 11.
First Nations Specialization
Associate of Arts Degree
Terrace Prince Rupert
September January
2 years
English 12 or equivalent
Sustainable Communities Specialization
Associate of Arts Degree
Prince Rupert
September January
2 years
English 12 or equivalent. Individual courses in program require the equivalent to Math 11.
Criminology Specialization
Associate of Arts Degree
Terrace
September
2 years
English 12 or equivalent
Prince Rupert Smithers
January
Terrace
September
2 years
English 12 or equivalent
Prince Rupert Smithers
January
Criminology
Diploma
Community, Crime & Social Justice (CCSJ)
Certificate
Terrace Prince Rupert Smithers
September January
1 year
English 12 or equivalent
First Nations Fine Arts
Certificate Diploma Advanced Diploma
Terrace
September January
1 year Certificate 2 year Diploma 3 year Diploma
Must be of First Nations descent. English 10 and Math 10 or equivalents. Portfolio/samples of artwork and interview with the Instructors.
Certificate Diploma
Terrace & Haida Gwaii Prince Rupert
September January
1 year Certificate 2 year Diploma
English 12 and Foundations of Math 11 or equivalents.
Smithers
May
Terrace Prince Rupert Smithers
September January May
2 years
English 12 and Foundations of Math 11 or equivalents, and an accredited Bachelor’s Degree (min. 3 years) from a recognized institution.
(Freda Diesing School of Northwest Coast Art)
BUSINESS Business Administration
Post-Degree Business Diploma
Diploma
Thanks to videoconferencing and online opportunities we are able to offer many courses at various campuses. Our official calendar is coastmountaincollege.ca please refer to it for the most up-to-date information.
PROGRAM
CREDENTIAL
LOCATION
INTAKES
LENGTH
REQUIREMENTS
Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing (NCBNP) - Registered Nurse
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Terrace
September
4 years *Yrs 1 & 2 at Coast Mountain College *Yrs 3 & 4 at UNBC
Must meet UNBC admission requirements and have completed the equivalent of the following BC secondary courses with a minimum 67% or better: English 12 and Foundations of Math 11 or Pre-Calculus 11 or Principles of Math 11 and Chemistry 11 or equivalents. Biology 12 or equivalent with a minimum 73% within five years of application. Upon acceptance: CPR Level C, immunizations and a Criminal Record Check. NOTE: admissions deadline is March 31. Visit coastmountaincollege.ca for details.
Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE)
Diploma
Terrace
September January
2 years
Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 12 or equivalent. Two references, written statement, immunizations and a Criminal Record Check.
Health Care Assistant (HCA)
Certificate
Terrace Prince Rupert Smithers Masset
January
29 weeks
English 11 or equivalent. Must successfully complete an English assessment test. Clinical requirements: Standard First Aid, CPR Level C certification, FoodSafe Level 1, WHMIS, immunizations and a Criminal Record Check.
Access to Practical Nursing
Diploma
Terrace
April
13 months
Grade 12 graduation, Biology 12, English 12, Foundations of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11 or Principles of Math 11. PNUR 103 or equivalents. Successful completion of a recognized HCA certificate program and 600 hours of relevant field experience.
Social Service Worker (SSW)
Certificate Diploma
Terrace
September
1 year Certificate 2 year Diploma plus practicums
English 12 or equivalent. Individual courses in the program require the equivalent to Math 11. Practicum requirements: resume, written statement, two references, 45 hours of work/volunteer experience in a human services setting within last three years, and a Criminal Record Check.
Mining Engineering and Technology
Diploma Bachelor of Engineering
Terrace
September
2 years *Yr 1 at Coast Mountain College *Yr 2 at BCIT
Minimum of 67% in: English 12, Physics 11, Chemistry 11 and Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12 or equivalents. Applicants are accepted on a first qualified basis as long as space remains.
General Studies
Associate of Science Degree
Terrace Prince Rupert
September January
2 years
English 12 or equivalent. Individual courses in the program require the equivalents to Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Physics 11 and Math 12.
Environmental Geoscience Specialization
Associate of Science Degree
Terrace Prince Rupert
September January
2 years
English 12 or equivalent. Individual courses in the program require the equivalents to Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Physics 11 and Math 11.
Applied Coastal Ecology
Diploma Post-Degree Diploma
Prince Rupert
September January
2 year Diploma 1 year Post-Degree Diploma
English 12 or equivalent. Individual courses in the program require the equivalents to Biology 11, Chemistry 11 and Math 11. Post-degree program requires a Bachelor or Science.
Applied Earth & Environmental Studies
Certificate
Terrace Prince Rupert
September January
1 year
English 12 or equivalent. Individual courses in the program require the equivalents to Biology 11, Chemistry 11 and Math 11.
Engineering and Physical Sciences
Certificate
Terrace Prince Rupert
September January
1 year
English 12 or equivalent. Individual courses in the program require the equivalents to Math 12, Chemistry 11 and Physics 12.
Automotive
Foundation Apprenticeship
Please refer to the website.
30 weeks
Carpentry
Foundation Enhanced Foundation Apprenticeship
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Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 10 and Apprenticeship Workplace Math 10 or equivalents.*
24 weeks
Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 10 and Apprenticeship Workplace Math 10 or equivalents.*
Electrical
Foundation Apprenticeship
7 months
Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 10 and Physics 11 (recommended) and Apprenticeship Workplace Math 10 or equivalents.*
Esthetics
Certificate
26 weeks
Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 10 and Math 10 or equivalents.
Hairdressing
Foundation
10 months
Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 10 and Apprenticeship Workplace Math 10 or equivalents.*
Heavy Mechanical Trades1
Foundation Apprenticeship
36 weeks
Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 10 and Apprenticeship Workplace Math 10 or equivalents.*
Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)1
Foundation Apprenticeship
20 weeks
Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 10 and Apprenticeship Workplace Math 10 or equivalents.* A Criminal Record Check is required.
Professional Cook - Level 1
Apprenticeship
28 weeks
Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 10 and Apprenticeship Workplace Math 10 or equivalents.* OFA Level 1 is recommended.
Professional Cook - Level 2 & 3
Apprenticeship
14 weeks
Must have level 1 to start level 2 + 1000 workplace hours in professional cooking. Must have level 2 to start level 3 + agreement with employer to sponsor apprentice. Occupational First Aid Level 1 is recommended.
Enhanced Welding
Enhanced Foundation (level 1-2) Foundation (level 1-2) Levels A & B
40 weeks
Grade 12 graduation or mature student. English 10 and Apprenticeship Workplace Math 10 or equivalents.
Youth Train in Trades (formerly ACE-IT)
Dual-credit program
See individual trades foundation programs for offerings.
Must be enrolled in a BC Ministry of Education graduation program. Age 19 or under. Registered with the ITA as a youth apprentice. Contact your school counselor for details and eligibility.
Career & College Preparation
BC Adult Graduation Diploma
Terrace Smithers Prince Rupert Hazelton
Fall Winter Spring
Varies
18 yrs OR have Grade 12; OR be 17 yrs and out of public school for at least one year; AND meet with an Educational Advisor.
Link to Employment & Academic Pathways (Retail Services and Workplace Literacy & Numeracy)
Certificate
Terrace
Fall
36 weeks
Completion of an intake interview with the program coordinator. This program is designed for students with learning difficulties. Minimum Level Literacy 101 functioning and ability to count to 100.
HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
SCIENCES
TRADES
UPGRADING
Thanks to videoconferencing and online opportunities we are able to offer many courses at various campuses. Our official calendar is coastmountaincollege.ca refer to it for the most up-to-date information. * Or successful completion of a CAT Assessment Test or permission of instructor. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS To meet the English, Math and Science equivalents for your program you may enrol in Career & College Preparation (CCP) upgrading courses. Certain programs, such as the University Credit Associate Degrees, will allow you to simultaneously complete your upgrading courses while you begin the program. Need help with the entrance requirements and application process? Contact an Educational Advisor at 1.877.277.2288