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A distance learning college, Northern Lakes College provides the most accessible and flexible educational opportunities through innovative delivery. Utilizing its unique Supported Distance Learning (SDL) model, NLC assists 5,000 students annually to continue their education, improve their employment opportunities, and enhance their quality of life. Committed to its communities in northern Alberta and to its students, wherever they may be, NLC collaborates with business, industry, and other post-secondary institutions to benefit students and communities. Explore at www.northernlakescollege.ca.
Office of the Registrar
Grouard Campus
64 Mission Street
Grouard, Alberta, T0G 1C0, Canada
Applicants must have credits in the following courses, or their equivalent: Biology 30 (60%) or credit in ANPY 1000 (60%) or ANPY 0190 (60%) or Biology 0190 (60%); English 30-1 or equivalent (60%) or English 30-2 or equivalent (70%) or English 0190 (60%) or an assessed English equivalency; credit in Math 20-1 or equivalent (50%) or Math 20-2 or equivalent (60%) or Math 0190 (60%). In order to be successful in the program, students must have good physical and emotional health and have fluency in English. Students for whom English is a second language must complete a skills appraisal assessment (See Skills Appraisal requirements below). Students must submit all official post-secondary transcripts upon application. Immunizations must be up-to-date prior to any clinical practicum experience. A current CPR certificate for Health Care Provider is required prior to starting clinical courses.
Non-Academic: Please note a Criminal Record Check completed within 3 months will be required before beginning the first practicum. The existence of a criminal record may affect practicum placement, program completion and employment prospects. Completion of a waiver form is necessary if there is evidence of a criminal record or incomplete immunizations.
The program is offered using a mix of distributed delivery strategies. These include: computer conferencing, self-directed study, instructor led face-to-face classes and labs and clinical practicums. The distributed delivery method allows students to pursue their educational goals in selected communities; however, students in the program are likely to have to relocate for short periods of time to another community in order to complete the clinical requirements of the program. Students are responsible for all expenses related to clinical practicums.
For full-time students starting in September, the application deadline is May 1st. Late applications will be accepted if there are seats available in the program. Apply early.
This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Alberta Student Aid for the funding year 2024/08/01 to 2025/07/31*.
* Tuition, books, supplies, instruments, and other/mandatory fees are provided to Alberta Student Aid and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.
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Transfer(s) available outside of Transfer Alberta: Not available
Updated May 10, 2024. The information contained in this profile is current as of the date shown.
Educational program information is provided as an introduction and for general reference. For current information about programs and school requirements or policies, check the school calendar, visit their website or contact the school directly.
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