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Stony Plain Programs and Courses | September – December 2015

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Our programs are flexible so you can fit learning into your work and life schedule.

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Kelly Nepoose

Current Academic Upgrading student

A leader in Alberta post-secondary education, NorQuest College offers diploma and certificate programs, along with foundational studies, in Stony Plain – one of our five regional campuses – and at our main campus in Edmonton.

We prepare students for the workplace or for the next stage of learning through full-time, part-time, online, distance, and hybrid delivery options. Plus, through our partnerships with eCampusAlberta, ed2go, and other innovative learning alternatives, NorQuest also delivers hundreds of online credit and non-credit programs and courses.

To aid in student success, we provide great student supports and services to our students in Stony Plain, including:

• StudentAdvising• FinancialAdvising• TutorialServices• ServicesForStudentsWithDisabilities• Library/WritingCentreAccess

Get to know NorQuest College in Stony Plain

• CounselingServices(referral)• Students’Association• AboriginalStudentServices• AssessmentTesting/ExamInvigilation• CareerandEmploymentServices

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NorQuest will help you turn your training and experience into a better career.

Programming Overview

NorQuest delivers programs throughout the Edmonton stewardship region in a range of subject areas:

Community Studies Careers

Vibrant,healthycommunitiesareakeycomponentinAlberta’sfuture. Human service professionals provide a range of services that make a difference in every community.

• SocialWork

• CommunitySupportWorker

• EarlyLearningandChildCare

Business Careers

NorQuest’sbusinesscareerprogramsprovidestudentswithskillsand experience to get started in a rewarding career or continue on to further education.

• AdministrativeProfessional

• BusinessAdministration

• AccountingTechnician

EnglishLanguageTraining

NorQuestisaleaderinEnglishasaSecondLanguage(ESL)programming with expertise in intercultural education, and we help newcomers transition into the community through the LanguageInstructionforNewcomerstoCanada(LINC)ruraldelivery program. This program is available via full-time, online, and distance delivery.

Academic Upgrading

A leader in academic upgrading, NorQuest College is an accredited high school and comprehensive community institution, offering Alberta Education high school credit courses and exams. Whether returning to academics to pursue a new career or improvingliteracyandfoundationalskillsforworkorlife,we’rehere to help students at any stage of learning.

• AcademicUpgrading

• FoundationsforLearning

• LiteracyandEssentialSkillsPathways

• YouthinTransition

• PrepforPracticalNurse

Health CareersTo help ensure Alberta is prepared to meet the growing need for continuing care and anticipated shortage of workers, NorQuest offers nationally-recognized career programming, including one of the largest Practical Nurse programs in Canada. Our programs incorporate hands-on learning, simulation labs, and practical work experience, giving students real-world skills to enter the workforce.

• PracticalNurse

• HospitalUnitClerk

• PhysicalTherapyAssistant

• TherapeuticRecreation(certificateanddiploma)

• PharmacyTechnician

• HealthCareAide

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NorQuest works with business and industry to ensure our programs are relevant and necessary.

Programming Overview

Employment Programs

NorQuest’semploymentcertificateprogramspreparestudentsto enter the workforce quickly through work experience placements, networking opportunities, and workplace-relevant training.

• ApprenticeshipPrep

• DayHomeProvider

• TransitionstoEmployment

University Transfer

University Transfer* and Open Studies courses are optimal for learners who wish to take post-secondary level credit courses at NorQuest,butwhomaynotbeapplyingtoaspecificprogram.This is a great way to get ahead, try out a new program, or earn advance prerequisites and credits.

* University Transfer course credits are transferable to programs at NorQuest College and other post-secondary institutions.

Professional DevelopmentLifelonglearningisimportanttous,andwe’reheretohelpyoureach your goals. We understand it can be a challenge to keep your skills relevant in an ever-changing market, especially in rural areas. NorQuest College delivers professional development programs and courses to help you stay current, develop new skills, or advance in your career. We offer programming in the following areas of study:

• LeanandLeanSixSigma

• ProjectManagement

• ProjectAssistant

• SupervisorandManagerDevelopment

• EnglishintheWorkplace

• CorporateSocialResponsibilityandSustainability

• StrategicSocialMediaforOrganizations

• InterculturalTraining

• MicrosoftOffice

Pleaseperusethisdocumentforspecificprograms available for Fall 2015 in Stony Plain or visit us online at norquest.ca/stonyplain.


Delivery Options Explained

full-timeClasses are offered face-to-face during the day.

Part-timeClasses offered face-to-face in evenings and/orweekends.

OnlineUseacombinationofonlinelearningtoolsineitherasynchronous(real-time)orasynchronous(flexible,anytime)option.Onlinetoolsletyoureviewcoursematerials, check grades, take quizzes, or interact with teachers and classmates through discussion boards.

Insomecourses,studentsandteachersmeetthroughtheInternetinalivevirtual classroom. Some lessons are recorded so that you may review and practice or catch up on a class you may have missed.

DistanceUses a combination of learning tools to deliver course materials including a paper-based, self-directed option, supported by online tools.

HybridCombines face-to-face instruction and distance oronlinelearning.Itmayincludeacombinationofworkshops,seminars,self-study,and/ortutorials.

Continuous intakeStartsthefirstdayofeverymonth(exceptduringatermstartmonth–September,January,May–whenthetermstartwillapply).

eCampusalbertaOnline learning, both real-time and flexible(anytime)fromcolleges,technical institutes, and universities throughout the province.

NorQuest’seCampusAlbertaofferingsinclude foundational and post-secondary courses and programs

See eCampusalberta.ca and look for NorQuest College.

ed2goOffers hundreds of engaging online courses from thousands of top colleges and universities. Visited2go.com/norquesttolearnmore.


academic Upgradingaugust 31 to December 18, 2015 Delivery method: Online, eCampusAlberta, Full-time, Part-time Tuition & fees vary by course load

Courses follow the Alberta Education curriculum and high school equivalency courses accepted by Alberta and Canadian universities and colleges. Each student receives skills and prior learning assessments and an individual learning plan.

advanced Education in Orthopaedics for LPNContinuous intake Delivery method: Distance Tuition: $1,248 fees: $756

This post-diploma advanced certificate prepareslicensedpracticalnurses(LPNs)with the knowledge and skills required for an exciting and specialized career in orthopaedics. Two courses and a clinical practicum are included, and learners will further their understanding of anatomy and physiology in relation to orthopaedics and orthopaedic radiology, assessments, and trauma.

foundations for LearningContinuous intake Delivery method: eCampusAlberta, Hybrid Tuition & fees vary by course load

NorQuestCollege’sFoundationsforLearningprogramisdesignedforlearners in rural areas to take courses in foundational level math, science, English, and English language proficiency in their home communities with local tutor support through their Community Adult LearningCouncil(CALC).CheckwithyourCALCtoseeifthisprogramisavailableinyour community.

GED PrepContinuous intake Delivery method: eCampusAlberta Tuition: $333 fees: $96

This 12-week program prepares you for the GeneralEducationDevelopment(GED)examination. The GED is accepted for entry into a number of post-secondary trades and career programs.

Health Care aideSeptember 14, 2015 to april 29, 2016 Delivery method: eCampusAlberta Tuition: $2,800 fees: $931

NorQuestCollege’sHealthCareAideprogram is among the largest in Canada and prepares you to be a part of a health-care team in a variety of different settings, providing a high level of front-line care to clients in need of assistance.

Hospital Unit Clerkaugust 31 to December 18, 2015 Delivery method: Online Tuition: $3,990 fees: $1,129

Hospital unit clerks play a vital role in managing the information flow in hospital nursing units. Through classroom instruction and work experience, learn about hospital organization, medical terminology, processing medical orders, and communication, telephone, reception, and computer skills.

Language instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LiNC)Continuous intake Delivery method: Part-time, Full-time, Hybrid, Online FundedbyCitizenshipandImmigrationCanada

Are you new to Canada? NorQuest College supportsstudents’settlementinAlbertaand Canada by offering courses that will help you improve English language skills and develop essential skills. Our classes range frombasicliteracytoCLB8andincludespecializedYouthLINC,LINCVolunteer,LINCBlended,LINCOnline,LINCruraldelivery,andLINChomestudycoursesforeligible students.

We have highly qualified instructors, an extensiveLINClibrary,innovativecomputerand iPad language labs, and a variety of extracurricular activities as part of the program.Learnerservicessuchasstudentadvisors and career and work experience consultantsareavailabletoallLINCstudents via personal appointments, phone, email, Skype, or other messenger tools.

Physical Therapy assistantContinuous intake Delivery method: Distance Tuition: $7,616 fees: $1,933

Do you enjoy helping people and want a career assisting patients in overcoming physical injury or disability? This diploma program prepares you with the theoretical knowledge and therapeutic skills needed to begin an exciting career as a physical therapyassistant.Learntoassistwithtreatments and exercises, monitor patients, and perform other tasks as required. Practicum experiences will give you the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills in a physical therapy setting.

Stony Plain Programs & Courses

CREDiT PROGRamS

Programs and courses are subject to change. Please see norquest.ca/stonyplain for up-to-date information.


NON-CREDiT PROGRamSPractical NurseSeptember 1, 2015 to august 18, 2017 Delivery method: Hybrid Tuition: $10,234 fees: $2,439

TomeetAlberta’sgrowingneedsinhealthcare,thedemandforLicensedPracticalNursesisincreasing.NorQuest’sprogram,one of the largest in Canada, will prepare you to play a vital, front-line role in treating patients in a variety of health-care settings.

Practical Nurse Refresher Continuous intake Delivery method: Distance Tuition & fees vary by course load

IfyouareaformerCanadian-educatedpractical nurse or internationally educated nurse and wish to regain your licence to workasanLPN,youcanachieveyourgoalthrough a combination of challenge exams, transfer credit, and part-time distance learningwithNorQuestCollege.Youhaveup to 5 years to complete the Practical NurseRefresherprogram.

Therapeutic RecreationContinuous intake Delivery method: Distance Tuition: $4,879 fees: $1,379

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your enthusiasm and positive outlook with a quality formal education? OurTherapeuticRecreationprogramcovers the knowledge, skills, and attitudes you will need to work with clients who require recreation therapy. Certificate and diploma program options are available.

University TransferContinuous intake Delivery method: Online Tuition & fees vary by course

University Transfer* and Open Studies courses are optimal for learners who wish to take post-secondary level credit courses, but who may not be applying to a specific program. This is a great way to get ahead, try a program, or earn advance prerequisites.

*University Transfer course credits are transferable to programs at NorQuest College and other post-secondary institutions.

introduction to Social media for Business (XBUS1649)September 21 to October 2, 2015 Delivery method: Online fees: $120

Learnthebenefitsofsocialmediaasabusiness tool. Discuss best practices in responding to negative comments on your social mediums and how to integrate social media into business activities and everyday interactions.

facebook Strategies (XBUS1651)September 28 to October 9, 2015 Delivery method: Online fees: $120

Facebook changes on a regular basis. Get up-to-date training on how to build your organization’spresenceonFacebookandhowtomaximizeyourorganization’sFacebook page through creating compelling content,contests/promotions,andengagement strategies.

Twitter Strategies (XBUS1652)October 19 to 30, 2015 Delivery method: Online fees: $120

Learnbestpracticesandstrategiesto leverage the power of Twitter to improve customer service, increase brand awareness, and connect with customers andrelatedorganizations.Youwillalsolearn the risks of Twitter and how to protect yourself and your organization.

Linkedin Strategies (XBUS1654)November 9 to 20, 2015 Delivery method: Online fees: $120

With over 200 million registered users, it’seasytobeintimidatedbythissocialnetworking website for people in professional occupations. This workshop will show participants the purpose of the website, how to find jobs, list jobs, and recruit and maintain professional connections with a large network.

Social media Strategies (XBUS1655)November 30 to December 11, 2015 Delivery method: Online fees: $120

This course is the last of five courses that comprisetheSocialMediaCertificate.Discuss the importance of creating a social media strategy and learn to apply the concepts and practices of the previous four courses to create your own social media strategy and editorial calendar.

Note: Learnerswhocompleteall5socialmedia strategies courses will receive a StrategicSocialMediaforOrganizationscertificate.

microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint (XBUS1250)September 21 to October 30, 2015 Delivery method: Online fees: $675

Discover the basic to intermediate functionsofMicrosoftOffice2010Word,Excel,andPowerPoint.Increaseproficiency in Word using features that enhance and simplify document creation. LearnExcelanditsfeaturestocreateworksheets with formulas and formatting for a variety of business applications. Create professional and effective PowerPoint presentations by incorporating graphics, text, and multimedia.

intercultural Practitioner Certificate Level i (XLaN1210)September 14 to October 23, 2015 Delivery method: Hybrid fees: $465

Build a solid foundation of intercultural knowledge, skills, and awareness by learning a practical approach to effective communication in intercultural spaces. This course introduces participants to the ReflectiveInterculturalLearningCycle– a core framework for understanding and communicating more effectively in intercultural situations. Gain familiarity with all stages of the cycle, and acquire an introductory knowledge of the make-sense categories.



intercultural Practitioner Certificate Level ii (XLaN1211)November 2 to December 11, 2015 Delivery method: Hybrid fees: $465

Learntoapplyaninterculturalperspectiveto respond to everyday situations in the workplace, classroom, organization, or community through a deeper exploration of key culture-general frameworks and the generation of targeted informed actions. Thisperspectivewillsupportparticipants’achievement of goals in intercultural spaces and help build knowledge of culture-general frameworks through self-assessment and identifying cultural influences.

Lean Green Belt (XBUS1662)September 7, 2015 Delivery method: Online (openentry,openexit) fees: $3,900

This program provides students with an understanding of the theory and effective applicationofLeanconcepts,tools,andpractices to enable positive change. Students are required to target an area within their organization and leverage their learning to initiate, implement, and sustainquantitativeand/orqualitativeimprovements through a workplace project. There is no prerequisite for this course. Students should consider their own learning styles and study habits when choosing online training.


Challenge Exam CentreBomb your diploma exam? Facing summer school? Not getting into the college or university you want? Our new challenge exams have you covered.

NorQuestCollegeoffersyoutheabilitytochallengeaHighSchool(Grade12)equivalencycoursebywritinganexamthattestsyouonthecontentoftheentirecourse.YourfinalgradeisrecordedonaNorQuestCollegetranscript, which can be used for admission requirements at Alberta and Canadian universities, colleges, and technical institutes.

Available evenings and weekends at our downtown Edmonton campus, your results are ready in just 5 days.

Courses• English(30-1;30-2)

• SocialStudies(30-1;30-2)

• Math(20-1;20-2;30-1;30-2)

• Math(31)

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• Biology(30)

• Chemistry(30)

• Physics(30)


Available to all employers, the Canada-Alberta Job Grant is a way for employers and governments to support training that leads directly to available jobs or increases workers’abilitytoretainjobs.Theprogramsupports new training initiatives to equip current and future employees with the skills needed to fill available jobs.

The Canada-Alberta Job Grant will reimbursecompaniesfor2/3ofthetrainingcosts for courses that:

•are25hoursindurationorgreater

•arecompletedwithin52weeksoftheapproval date and

•resultinsomesortofcredential

For more information about these programs, or the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, please contact:

Business Development Unit NorQuest College Room a223, 10215 108 Street Edmonton, aB T5J 1L6 780.644.6480 [email protected] norquest.ca/CaJG

English in the WorkplaceNorQuest’sCentreforInterculturalEducation provides training to develop employee skills in written and verbal communication with coworkers and customers. Courses include, but are not limited to:•ClearSpeech(XLAN1502)•ConversationManagement(XLAN1500)•AdvancedConversationManagement(XLAN1504)•PersonalManagementinaMulticulturalOrganization(XLAN1505)•BusinessWriting(XLAN1501)

intercultural CompetencyNorQuest’sCentreforInterculturalEducation provides training for employees who lead, hire, or work with culturally diverse teams. Courses include, but are not limited to:•LevelI:Foundations(XLAN1210)•LevelII:Perspectives(XLAN1211)•LevelIII:Strategies(XLAN1212)

Productivity Enhancement and Lean TrainingNorQuest’sLandmarkGroupCentreforValueImprovementprovidestraininganddevelopment services for your employees whoareormaybecomeinvolvedwithLeanand project management activities. Courses include, but are not limited to:•LeanWhiteBelt(XBUS1660)•LeanYellowBelt(XBUS1661)•LeanGreenBelt(XBUS1662/1663)

microsoft Office 2013NorQuest’strainingincludesWord,Excel,and PowerPoint for learners at the novice, intermediate, and advanced levels of competency. Current continuing education courses include, but are not limited to:

•MicrosoftWord,Excel,PowerPoint (XBUS1250)

•MSOfficeWordLevels1-3

•MSOfficeExcelLevels1-3

Service industry Skills Certificate ProgramNorQuest’shands-onworkshopsprovidetraining for people who would like to begin a career in customer service. At the end of this program, students will understand and apply skills in customer service, teamwork, safety, and communication to their job on a regular basis. Courses include, but are not limited to:

•IntroductiontotheServiceIndustry(XBUS2002)

•Server/Host/SuiteAttendant(XBUS2003)

•ConcessionWorker(XBUS2004)

•FoodSafetyTrainingBasics(XBUS2008)

•TicketTakers/Ushers(XBUS2005)

•Housekeepers(XBUS2006)

•GuestServicesRelationsHost (XBUS2007)

Project assistant Certificate ProgramThis five-course program is appropriate for people who will be responsible for assisting project managers in their daily project related activities. Courses include:•MicrosoftWord,Excel,PowerPoint (XBUS1250)•EffectiveCommunication(XBUS1251)•ProjectSupport(XBUS1252)•FundamentalsofProjectManagement(XBUS1253)•Plan,ResourceandAnalyzeUsingMSProject(XBUS1254)

Supervisor and management Certificate ProgramSix 1-day workshops that will help current and emerging leaders learn how to communicate, coach, build teams, and lead them through change in the workplace. Courses include, but are not limited to:

•EffectiveWorkplaceCommunication(XBUS1950)

•SupervisoryLeadership(XBUS1951)

•ChangeManagement(XBUS1953)

•TeamBuilding(XBUS1954)

•CoachingandMentoring(XBUS1955)

Canada-alberta Job Grant

Eligible Programs


How to apply

Online

ApplyAlberta is the province-wide online application system that authorizes free transcript transfers between participating Alberta post-secondary institutions. Using this option eliminates theneedforyoutopayforandprovideofficialprintedtranscripts, and is the easiest way to apply.

Visit ApplyAlberta through our website.

Follow the instructions to create an account and enter your information.

Select NorQuest College as your institution of choice and select the NorQuest program to which you wish to apply.

Pay your application fee with a credit card number and submit your application.

Watchforconfirmationofreceiptofyourapplicationinthemail along with easy-to-follow instructions to access your MyQuestaccount(NorQuest’sonlinestudentself-servicecentre)andMyMailaccount(studentemail).

in Person/By mail

Download the NorQuest College Application for Admission from our website.

Complete the form and deliver your application fee in person or by mail to:

NorQuest College OfficeoftheRegistrar 10215 – 108 Street NW Edmonton,ABT5J1L6

Note:Weacceptmoneyordersorcertifiedchequesforapplication fees sent via mail.

Watchforconfirmationofreceiptofyourapplicationinthemail along with easy-to-follow instructions to access your MyQuestaccount(NorQuest’sonlinestudentself-servicecentre)andMyMail.

apply for Credit Programs and Coursesfor credit programs, you can apply online, in person, or by mail. application fees: $65 for Canadian/permanent residents; $120 for international applicants.

Before you apply

PleaseensureyoureadandmeettherequirementsoftheGeneralAdmissionguideortheInternationalStudentAdmission guide in the Prospective Student section of our website.

Have the appropriate application fee in the correct form. Applications submitted without the application fee will not be processed.

Ensureyouhavearrangedforanypre-screeningorprograminterviews,asrequired.Pleaseseeyourspecificprogramofchoice for prerequisite details.

Register for Professional Development (Non-Credit) Courses To register in a course or program, follow these steps:

Familiarizeyourselfwiththespecificcourseinformationincludingprerequisites,suchasassessments,licenses,credentials,etc.

CompletetheNon-CreditRegistrationformontheApplyNowportionofourwebsiteandsubmitittotheOfficeoftheRegistrar.Full payment of fees is required upon submission.

Contact the: OfficeoftheRegistrar 10215-108 Street NW Edmonton,ABT5J1L6

Phone: 780.644.6000 Toll free: 1.866.534.7218 Fax: 780.644.6013 Email: [email protected]

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EDmONTON CamPUS10215 – 108 Street Edmonton,ABT5J1L6 Phone: 780.644.6000 Email: [email protected]

DRayTON VaLLEy CamPUSBox 6419, 5056 – 50 Avenue DraytonValley,ABT7A1R8 Phone: 780.542.5400 Email: [email protected] norquest.ca/draytonvalley

WESTLOCK CamPUS10007 – 100 Avenue Westlock, AB T7P 2H5 Phone: 780.349.7775 Email: [email protected] norquest.ca/westlock

WETaSKiWiN CamPUS5502 – 49 Avenue Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 3P3 Phone: 780.361.5800 Email: [email protected] norquest.ca/wetaskiwin

WHiTECOURT CamPUSBox 779, 4739 – 50 Avenue Whitecourt, AB T7S 1N8 Phone: 780.778.2000 Email: [email protected] norquest.ca/whitecourt

NorQuest College | A proud partner in Campus Alberta

STONy PLaiN CamPUSUnits 8-12, 3201 – 43 Avenue StonyPlain,ABT7Z1L1 Phone: 780.968.6489 Email: [email protected]

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