practical nurse?

marine biologist?

web designer?

engineer?

chef?

electrician?

social worker?

forensic scientist?

elementaryschool

teacher?

event planner?

artist?

accountant?carpenter?

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W E D N E S DAY, F E B R U A R Y 2 0 , 2 0 1 9 | N I C P O R T A L B E R N I C A M P U S

Which careers are right for you? Come explore with us!This is your day to learn more about your interests, to imagine career possibilities, and to get a feel for college.

You won’t have time to make it to every session. Use this guide to help you decide where to go in the time you have. Be sure to ask lots of questions and try something new.

CAMPUS AREAS:Main Campus

Tebo Vocational Centre

Main Entry

North Wing

South Wing

Central Wing

EntranceRoger Street

250-923-9700 | 1-800-715-0914

www.nic.bc.ca

Port Alberni Campus Building Directory

North Wing Assessments

Aboriginal Lounge

Science Labs

Computer Labs

Classrooms

Centre WingLevel One

Shipping & Receiving

Administration

Cafeteria

Student Services & Registration

Level Two Library

Classrooms

South Wing Student Lounge

First Aid Training

Classrooms

Teaching Kitchen (TK)

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Disabled Parking

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Tebo Trades Building4751 Tebo Ave.

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University Transfer

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Trades (Tebo Vocational Centre)

Information

LUNCH 11:15-11:45 am

11:50 am: Students attending Trades sessions board bus to NIC Tebo Campus 1:30 pm: Board bus back to ADSS and return to theatre

Attend Sessions. Earn Stamps. Enter to Win!Collect stamps at each session you attend. Participating students will be entered into a draw for the chance to win Apple Airpods.

Passports will be collected at the ADSS theatre.

enter to win!1 Which areas did you attend at the Open House today?2 What was the most interesting thing you experienced at the Open House?

3 List three things that you enjoyed about today.

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4 What would make the Open House better?

Drop off your completed passport to

an NIC volunteer before you leave today.

Business & Applied Business

Event Speaker Fine Arts & Design

Health &

Community Care Humanities &

Social Sciences

Science Study Abroad Tourism & Hospitality Trades

Answer the four questions below, and your name will be

entered into a draw for

the chance to win $100 in

tuition certificates for NIC or

a Samsung Galaxy Tab A tablet.

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OPEN HOUSEpassport NAME

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What You Can DoHEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

WHAT? WHEN? WHERE?

Exploring Health Care Assistant PracticeAre you interested in a profession that is in high demand? Do you like working in a team environment? Come and learn about the Health Care Assistant program.

12:25 Skills Lab N120

Careers Helping OthersAre you considering a career as an education assistant or in human services? Come learn about the Education Assistant/Community Support Certificate Program. In Port Alberni, we provide this exciting training with an Aboriginal Focus.

11:5012:2512:55

S110

Practical NursingParticipants will have the opportunity to explore the exciting profession of Practical Nursing and participate in nursing activities. Doors closed when session begins.

11:5012:55

Skills Lab N120

Early Childhood Care and Education: Exploration + Discovery = Learning Want to make a difference in the lives of young children? Discover how you can make the care and education of young children into a rewarding career.

11:5012:2512:55

S109

HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCESWHAT? WHEN? WHERE?

An Introduction to Humanities and Social SciencesWhat does the study of anthropology, history, sociology and psychology all have in common? Come out and learn more about the humanities and social sciences in this presentation.

11:5012:2512:55

C211

Demystifying English 115The study of English is more than just its literature. Did you know it also includes writing, linguistics and the history of the language itself? Tour the wide world of English studies and learn how it applies to many fields of advanced education.

11:5012:25

C204

INTERNATIONAL STUDY ABROADWHAT? WHEN? WHERE?

Expanding Horizons with Education Abroad Gaining a global perspective is essential in today’s world. Find out about the range of opportunities NIC offers to travel while working or studying abroad.

11:5012:2512:55

N110

BUSINESS & APPLIED BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

WHAT? WHEN? WHERE?

Exploring Business Studies at NICDiscover what it takes to have a successful career in Banking, Marketing and Accounting.

11:5012:2512:55

S112

Explore the OfficeCome join us to explore the many possibilities an Office Administration Career offers!

11:50 N115

SCIENCEWHAT? WHEN? WHERE?

The Magic of ChemistryDiscover the exciting and magical world of chemistry through a variety of jaw dropping demonstrations.

11:5012:2512:55

N103

Get Plucky with BiologyDiscover the diverse types of biology courses available to students at NIC and the various career paths that can stem from these choices. Come see what biology has to offer, and maybe even get your hands dirty!

11:5012:55

S108

Hands On Physics & EngineeringLearn about wave optics, momentum, and energy transfer!

11:5012:2512:55

N105

TOURISM & HOSPITALITYWHAT? WHEN? WHERE?

The Wild WithinLearn how training and work in Adventure Guiding prepares you for many career and life paths, while doing what you love to do!

11:5012:2512:55

C210

Culinary ArtsExperience the art of making beautiful food. Come have a taste of working in this fast paced, high caliber industry.Seats are limited. Doors closed when session begins.

11:50 CulinaryBuilding

TRADESWHAT? WHEN? WHERE?

Trades TourAre you creative? Do you like to make things? Do you wonder how machines work? Can you think three-dimensionally? Find a trade that speaks to you! Learn about apprenticeships and the ITA’s Youth Train in Trades program (formerly known as ACE-IT) – then have an opportunity to tour our shops.

Doors closed when session begins

Students who choose this option will be bussed to our Tebo Campus at 11:50 and will be bussed to ADSS at 1:30.

11:50 TEBO - session to begin in welding

classroom

Get To Know

Cash for College• Last year, over 350 NIC students were awarded more than $375,000 in

scholarships and bursaries to help pay for college. foundation.nic.bc.ca

Want more info?• Explore NIC Open House at

www.nic.bc.ca/life-at-nic/explore-our-college/open-house/

• Check out all NIC’s programs in detail at www.nic.bc.ca/programs-courses/

• Meet an NIC recruiter at your school – check the schedule for your school at https://www.nic.bc.ca/life-at-nic/explore-our-college/recruiters-in-the-community/ and make an appointment at your high school counselling office.

• Contact Student Services, Port Alberni campus Jana Devito for answers to your questions:

jana.devito@nic.bc.ca 250-724-8735

UNIVERSITY TRANSFER &DUAL ADMISSION

WHAT? WHEN? WHERE?

Partnerships & PathwaysLearn how you can start your degree program at NIC and seamlessly transfer to UVic or VIU to complete your degree. NIC, UVic and VIU recruiters will present our transfer agreements, admission requirements, program options and supports as you transition from NIC to your destination institution.

11:5012:25

S118

Drop In & ConnectNIC, UVic and VIU advisors will be available to answer your questions about transferable programs and pathways through NIC.

12:55 S118

11:50 12:25 12:55

LOCATION?

TEBO BOARD BUS TO TEBO FOR TRADES SESSIONS TRADES TOUR

C211 An Introduction to Humanities & Social Sciences An Introduction to Humanities & Social Sciences An Introduction to Humanities & Social Sciences

C204 Demystifying English 115 Demystifying English 115

N103 The Magic of Chemistry The Magic of Chemistry The Magic of Chemistry

S108 Get Plucky with Biology Get Plucky with Biology

N105 Hands On Physics & Engineering Hands On Physics & Engineering Hands On Physics & Engineering

Skills Lab N120 Exploring Health Care Assistant Practice

S110 Careers Helping Others Careers Helping Others Careers Helping Others

Skills Lab N120 Practical Nursing Practical Nursing

S109 Early Childhood Care & Education: Exploration + Discovery = Learning

Early Childhood Care & Education: Exploration + Discovery = Learning

Early Childhood Care & Education: Exploration + Discovery = Learning

C210 The Wild Within The Wild Within The Wild Within

Culinary Building Culinary Arts

N115 Explore the Office

S112 Exploring Business Studies at NIC Exploring Business Studies at NIC Exploring Business Studies at NIC

ITV/N110 Expanding Horizons with Education Abroad Expanding Horizons with Education Abroad Expanding Horizons with Education Abroad

S118 University Transfer: Partnerships and Pathways between NIC, UVIC and VIU

University Transfer: Partnerships and Pathways between NIC, UVIC and VIU

Drop In & Connect with advisors from NIC, VIU and UVic

When & Where to Go

Contact Student Services, Port Alberni campus:

Jana Devitojana.devito@nic.bc.ca | 250-724-8735

want to learn more?

Stay at NIC Roger St. Campus: 11:50-12:15 pm Participate in first

sessions at NIC Roger St Campus

12:25-12:50 pm Participate in second sessions at NIC Roger St Campus

12:55-1:30 pm Participate in third sessions at NIC Roger St Campus

1:30 pm Walk back to ADSS and return to theatre

Travel to NIC Tebo Campus:11:50 am Board bus to

Trades sessions at NIC Tebo Campus

Participate in Trades sessions at NIC Tebo Campus

1:30 pm Board bus back to ADSS and return to theatre

10:00-11:00 am Open House kick-off at ADSS theatre

11:00 am Walk to NIC

11:15-11:45 am Welcome and Lunch at NIC

NIC Open House Timetable