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You will plan a quality curriculum for children using a holistic approach while responding to their ideas and play. You will apply the main components of developing curriculum and practice preparing developmentally appropriate and open-ended experiences for children.

You will explore and build employability skills needed to become an effective early childhood educator. You will reflect on and practice supportive behaviors required when working in a diverse environment with colleagues, children and their families and outside professionals. You will learn about knowledge, skills and disposition of a well-qualified early childhood educator.

Your studies will cover death and dying in the Canadian context. You will study the basic needs and interventions of the dying client. You will also cover grief, the grieving process and the impact of life threatening illnesses on the family members.

4 week Program (approx 20 days) (Tax deductible Cost for 2021)

• Total Drive Hours = 57 hours

• Total Class Room Time = 47 hours

• Circle Check/Air/Couple/Yard = 17.5 hours

• Total 121.5 hours

Prerequisites:

Effective March 15, 2019, all drivers who want to obtain a commercial Class 1 licence must undergo Saskatchewan’s Mandatory Entry-Level Training (MELT) program.

To be eligible to take this training, drivers must:

• be at least 18 years of age
• be a Saskatchewan resident
• complete a SGI drivers medical
• hold a non-Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Class 5 Saskatchewan driver’s license
• hold a Class 1 learner (a Class 1 endorsement) - mandatory for acceptance
• Air Brake Certificate (written test)

Existing Saskatchewan Class 1 drivers were grandfathered in as of the implementation date.

All documentation must be submitted prior to the application deadline:

• SGI drivers medical
• Valid class 5 drivers license with your 1A Learner's Endorsement - mandatory for acceptance
• Air Brake Certificate (written test certificate)
• $500 non-refundable seat deposit or sponsorship (required after acceptance when the above requirements are met)

DRIVERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT CLASS 1 (LEARNER’S) ENDORSEMENT.  THE COLLEGE WILL NOT HOLD SPOTS FOR THOSE WITHOUT THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS.

For more information, please email Chris at cfilbey@cumberlandcollege.sk.ca or call 306-862-9849.

Your studies will cover the basic needs and interventions of clients with infectious diseases, cancer, altered mental abilities, disruption in mental health, and alcohol and drug dependency. You will learn the specific care required for bariatric clients.  There will be mandatory ON CAMPUS days in Melfort for this module.  Details to follow.

You will develop employability skills through the study of interpersonal communications theory and applications in the workplace. Learning outcomes include the importance of self-awareness and self-esteem, perception problems, verbal and nonverbal messages, and listening skills, creating positive communication climates and resolving interpersonal conflict.  NOTE: this module will be entirely ON CAMPUS in Melfort.  There will be no virtual classes.

You will apply communication skills to facilitate a helping relationship with your clients, their families, significant others, other health care staff, as well as various other professionals.  NOTE:  this module will be entirely ON CAMPUS in Melfort.  There will be no virtual classes.

You will study the types, behaviours and progression of dementia. Behaviour mapping techniques and interventions that promote optimum levels of functioning will be learned.

You will learn written and oral communication skills required in the work place. The course content includes basic concepts of simple arithmetic, basic medical terminology, concept mapping, observing and reporting on client’s status, client and personal work plans.

Advanced Leadership Certificate

Take your leadership skills to the next level with the Advanced Leadership Certificate.

In this cohort-based program, you will maximize your leadership strengths and competencies while gaining powerful insights into leadership development. Using the EQi 2.0 assessment tool, you will understand how your Emotional Intelligence impacts your leadership style. This program takes an immersive look at both your personal and professional leadership journey. You will receive one-on-one professional coaching along with in-depth classroom learning and cohort support to assist in defining your leadership brand.

The prerequisite to taking the Advanced Leadership Certificate is the completion of the Professional Leadership Certificate through Career & Professional Development. ELIS and SIHL graduates also have the prerequisite for this program. Similar, recent, and relevant leadership training may be considered as an equivalent prerequisite to this program.

This is a cohort-based program that includes six courses that are scheduled bi-weekly in a single semester. Students complete the program as a class from start to finish and MUST COMMIT to all of the dates listed. 

Course Descriptions

Module 1 - Discover Your Potential (Required)  Feb 8-9 8:30am-12:00pm
Understanding yourself is an important step to becoming a better leader of others. In this class, you will learn to distinguish between your core and aspirational values. You’ll explore unconscious bias and consider your leadership blind spots. And you’ll explore how to become a more authentic leader by leveraging your emotional self-awareness. You’ll reflect on where you’ve come from, what you’ve learned, and how to apply this as you define your ideal future state as a leader. This enhanced self-awareness will provide a solid foundation so you can be heartfully engaged in this program.

Module 2 - Express Your Vision (Required) Mar 1-2 8:30am-12:00pm
Now that we are more comfortable with our authentic selves, we will cast a vision and set some goals. We are becoming aware of patterns and will use self-perception to shift the balance of power from old internal voices to new internal voices. We will practice using our self-perception to assertively express thoughts and feelings and how others view this. Explore how to become more emotionally independent and discover how to communicate our feelings in constructive and socially acceptable ways. We will recognize how to balance our independence to gain empowerment in ourselves, but not alienate others. At the end of the course, you will leave with a personal vision and skills to practice building your self-esteem, your self-confidence, and improving your assertiveness techniques.

Module 3 - Inspire Impact (Required) Mar 15-16 8:30am-12:00pm
You will learn how effective leaders can build more meaningful relationships with others in a way that builds trust, loyalty, and motivation. You will understand the impact your communication style has on others and whether you are achieving the results you intend. You will appreciate the importance of an empathetic leader; recognizing and acknowledging the emotions of others and how to effectively manage your emotions in your response. Lastly, you will appreciate the importance of being a socially responsible leader, and inspiring others towards a greater purpose of your organization or community. 

Module 4 - Choose with Purpose (Required) Mar 29-30 8:30am-12:00pm
Apply a decision framework for the next steps in our personal leadership journey. We will discover how our individual approaches to risk influence decision-making processes. As part of the course, we will become familiar with decision analysis and problem-solving frameworks to gain skill and comfort in making strategic decisions. We will practice gaining alternate perspectives as a means of understanding innovation and anticipating risk. We will come away with our own next steps and an appreciation of how transformational leadership can improve the quality of team decision-making.

Module 5 - Achieve Resilience (Required) Apr 12-13 8:30am-12:00pm
Is stress something to worry about or can it be a tool to improve our level of function and actually help us accomplish more?  This course will help you to identify and manage triggers of stress in yourself and others. You will gain an understanding of leadership and workplace factors that influence individual stress and learn how your personality can impact your perceptions of stress, and your approach to managing it. You will learn coping approaches, along with strategies to improve personal resilience. By the end of the course, you should be able to recognize different approaches to stress 
management and coping, how resilience is created, and some of the more successful approaches to managing stress in everyday life.

Closing Module - Journey Map Presentations -  Apr 26, 8:30am-12:00pm

Requirements:

• Pre-requisite: Professional Leadership Certificate
• Seminars to complete: 6 courses (two half days each) and one half-day kickoff
• Number of hours: 45.5 class hours + take homework

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Agriculture Sciences Certificate

If you’re interested in studying agriculture, but you only want to commit to a year, then our General Agriculture Certificate program, offered through our partnership with Lakeland College, is for you!   And, for the first time, you will be a part of a unique partnership with 3 other Saskatchewan colleges (Parkland College, Carlton Trail College, and Great Plains College) that will allow you to study with a cohort of students from across the province.  Cumberland College seats are limited, so be sure to apply early!

Our certificate program offers a specific concentration on crop production.  The courses offered will allow you to master fundamental skills that are essential for modern agricultural operations, including computer training, keeping accurate business records, and using up-to-date and innovative technology.  Skills specific to crop production will involve you in practical field skills used to identify plants and weeds and assess a variety of pest problems. 

Upon completion of your certificate program, you will also be given the option to transfer into year two of Lakeland’s Crop Technology Diploma program, offered on its Vermilion campus.  The diploma program will allow you to gain knowledge and skills through agronomy, production, precision farming, and financial management classes while being immersed in a hands-on experience through industry practicum or Lakeland’s student-managed farm.

Whether you choose the acquisition of your certificate as your exit point, or choose to continue on to the diploma program, you will find yourself prepared to contribute to a farming operation or to work in the retail agriculture sector.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 with minimum 50% in English A30 and B30, Foundations 20 or Pre-Calculus 20, and any 20 level core science
• English Language Requirement

Notes:

• International Tuition:  $17,000*
• Books & Material costs will be determined closer to the program start date
• The program's course schedule will allow students the opportunity and flexibility to work in the Agricultural sector while enrolled in the program.  
• Students enrolled in this program will have the opportunity to study in a blended format that includes face-to-face, virtual, and hands-on learning delivery.
• You will be a part of a unique cohort of students from across Saskatchewan, studying with peers from the Parkland College, Carlton Trail College, and Great Plains College regions of the province.

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Building Systems Technician Certificate

There is a lot of technology at work in today’s commercial and institutional buildings, from energy efficient boilers to complex HVAC systems (heating, ventilation, air conditioning). Building systems require regular, skilled maintenance—mechanical and technical. That’s why building systems technicians are always in demand. It’s a job that requires good problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Building Systems Technician is a one-year certificate program that consists of 3 semesters between September - June. You’ll receive comprehensive training in maintaining, operating and repairing electrical, ventilation, refrigeration and water treatment systems.

Most courses include practical activities to develop your troubleshooting skills. You’ll also get hands-on experience with a boiler during a work experience in your second term. It’s a great way to use what you’ve learned in class and labs in a real-world setting. It’s also a way to develop contacts for possible future employment.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 with a minimum of 60% in Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 30 or 60% in Foundations of Math 20 or 60% in Pre-Calculus 20*
• English Language Requirement

         *Previous Saskatchewan mathematics requirement also accepted:

• Math A30

 

Notes:

• International Tuition:  $18,000* - International students please follow the International application & payment instructions.
• Books & Material costs will be determined in Spring 2022.  The amount of above is an estimate and is subject to change at anytime.
• Students are required to complete 2 labs at SaskPolytech campus in Regina.  Students are responsible for all costs such as meals, travel, accomodations, etc. during these two 3 week labs.  Lab dates and times are yet to be determined but estimated to be as follows:
  • Lab 1 - Late Fall
  • Lab 2 - late Spring
• Students are required to purchase steel toed shoes/boots, safety glasses, gloves(optional) for the start of the program. 

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Carpentry

This applied certificate program develops the skills you need to work in residential and commercial construction and related industries. Instruction will include, but will not be limited to: blueprints and quantity survey, concrete, foundations, framing, interior finishes, roof coverings, and scaffolds. Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

Requirements:

• Grade 10
• English Language Requirement

Notes:

Toolkit Cost:  $250* 

Prior to program start you are required to purchase ankle covering steel-toed boots with a green patch (CSA grade 1 composite toe, composite plate).  We recommend you budget $200 for these boots.

 

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Continuing Care Assistant

The Continuing Care Assistant program provides knowledge and skill development in helping people to help themselves in their homes and special care facilities. You will receive training in: gerontology, dementia management strategies, applying the philosophy of long term care into home care, special care and community settings, promoting independence in a safe environment, working with people from all cultures, working with individuals with different levels of physical and cognitive impairment, giving personal care, and attending to psychosocial needs.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 or successful completion of fifteen (15) post-secondary credits from a recognized institution
• English Language Requirement

Notes:

Accepted applicants may be required to undergo an interview and to provide a criminal record check prior to entering the practicum component to the program. At the discretion of the practicum agency, you may be declined access to a clinical or work placement based on the criminal record check. The cost of a Criminal Record Check is your responsibility. It must be submitted in a separate sealed envelope which includes your name, program and identifies it as a Criminal Record Check.

International Tuition = $17,000 CAD. International students please follow the International application & payment instructions.

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Continuing Care Assistant - 2022-2024 Part time

The part-time Continuing Care Assistant program is intended for students that will have 500 hours of work experience as a CCA by May 2024.  With classes offered 2 days per week, students can continue working while completing their studies.  This program will take place over 2 years.

NOTE: this part-time program will only provide the THEORY classes of your CCA program, and DOES NOT include access to clinical placements.  You must be able to apply for PLAR at the end of your program.

If you will need to take your clinicals, we suggest you take the full-time program.

The Continuing Care Assistant program provides knowledge and skill development in helping people to help themselves in their homes and special care facilities. You will receive training in: gerontology, dementia management strategies, applying the philosophy of long-term care into home care, special care and community settings, promoting independence in a safe environment, working with people from all cultures, working with individuals with different levels of physical and cognitive impairment, giving personal care, and attending to psychosocial needs.

If you are interested in applying for the part-time Continuing Care Assistant program, we highly recommend scheduling an appointment with a Cumberland advisor to discuss your options. 

Notes:

• Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9am-4pm each day.  Please be prepared for blended delivery – a combination of on campus and virtual learning.  Attendance will be mandatory, so please plan accordingly.
• For lab experiences, you will be required to come to the Melfort campus.  Ample time will be communicated with students when you can expect lab days.
• BOOKS - you are responsible to order your books from the Saskpoly bookstore.  More information will be provided on how to order your books.
• Should you have any questions about program delivery - please contact the Program Coordinator - Rebecca Bryson
• For planning your courses, please contact our Advisor - Lindsey Moskal.

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Early Childhood Education Working Towards Your Diploma

Young children making the transition from home to child care or preschool need an enthusiastic, positive role model. They need someone dedicated to encouraging learning and growth. They need … you.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic's Early Childhood Education (ECE) program gives you the knowledge and skills you need to work in a variety of childcare settings.

Our “Working Toward Your Diploma” program is part of Saskatchewan Polytechnic's ECE Diploma program and is offered on a course-by-course basis.

Become a Level III Early Childhood Educator

When you graduate from the ECE diploma you are eligible to apply to become a licensed Level III Early Childhood Educator (ECE) through the Government of Saskatchewan. If you plan on becoming a licensed child care Centre Director, you must have your Ministry ECE Level III certification. If you are interested in going further, you will be able to transfer some of your credits to the University of Regina's or the University of Saskatchewan’s Bachelor of Education degree program in Elementary Education.

Requirements:

• To qualify you must have
  • Grade 12 with English A and B 30 or pass an Accuplacer test with the required score.
  • English Language Requirement
  • These are required and there is no longer an Unclassified acceptance to this program.

 

• You need to apply to the ECE Working Towards Your Diploma program by completing an online application form, plus your high school and any post-secondary transcripts, sent to:

Sarah Haidey, Registrar
Cumberland College
Box 2320
Melfort, SK S0E 1A0
Fax: 306-752-3484
Contact by Email

• You may come into this program even if you already have some of the courses listed.
• You must be committed to attending classes on the listed dates. 
• The number of class hours are based on the credit hours and credit units.

Notes:

• This diploma program will be delivered over multiple years with a revolving schedule of repeating classes so students can apply at any time and upon acceptance can register for classes on a part-time basis. 
• First a student must apply, then upon acceptance letter will be able to register and pay for classes online.
• There is space for 15 students in each module. 
• Spots will be secured with a paid registration.
• Registrations will close 1 week before the start date of the module.
• For each module, there will be at least 3 days where you will have face-to-face classes and there will be at least 4 days of virtual classes you will need to attend. 
• BOOKS - you are responsible to order your books from the Saskpoly bookstore.  We suggest you order books at least 2 weeks before your class starts.  More details to follow in July.
• CANCELLATIONS:  If you choose not to take a course you must cancel 3 business days or more before the course starts to receive a refund.  If you cancel less than 3 business days before no refund will be received.
• Should you have any questions about program delivery - please contact the Program Coordinator - Sabrina Lebel 
• For planning your courses,  please contact our Advisor - bwicks@cumberlandcollege.sk.ca

 

The modules for the academic year of 2022-2023 are still being determined, they will be posted here by June 2022. Module registrations will begin in July of 2022.

You will learn about the essential role play has in supporting the holistic development of children. The course focuses on the role of the early childhood educator in supporting children’s play, exploration and inquiry across all cultures and abilities.

Your studies will focus on diverse cultural practices that promote the health, safety and nutritional needs of children and which support their holistic development

General Business Diploma - Year 2 only

Did you know that if you graduated from our Business Certificate program within the past 5 years, you are eligible to take Year 2 of the Business Diploma program at Cumberland College in September 2022?

Year 2- Semester 1 (Sept-Dec 2022)

BA 546 – Small Business Management
BA656 – Leadership/Supervision
EC211 – Macroeconomics
BA440 – Financial Management
MK210 – Consumer Behaviour

Year 2 -Semester 2 (Jan-April 2023)

AC230 – Introductory Accounting
BA470 – Case Studies
BA640 – Management Information Systems
BA540 – Financial Management
MK230 – Market Research

This General Business program will provide you with a solid business foundation and prepare you for various employment opportunities.  Your skills will be based around accounting, finance, computers, marketing, economics, human resources, and more.

Requirements:

• Proof of successful completion of Business Certificate program (transcript required)
• English Language Requirement
• Computer experience is recommended

Notes:

• Tuition Year 2: $5,250

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Health Care Cook Certificate

Cooks in health care are in demand. The Health Care Cook program is designed to prepare cooks for work in health care settings, such as hospitals, long-term care homes, personal care homes, and private care facilities.  You will interact with patients and residents, modifying diets to meet specific texture and nutritional requirements related to medical conditions.  You will combine hands-on cooking skills with online theoretical knowledge to flexibly gain valuable health care cooking experience.

 You will gain experience in:

• General cooking skills
• Menu planning
• Nutrition
• Special diets
• Special event planning
• Communication skills
• Kitchen operations
• Safety and sanitation
• Health care systems

You’ll have the knowledge and skills for a wide variety of jobs in the health care sector, and work in hospitals, long-term care homes, personal care homes and more.

Requirements:

• Grade 10
• English Language Requirement

Notes:

• International Tuition:  $18,000* - International students please follow the International application & payment instructions.

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

You will examine the strategies of developmentally appropriate child guidance. You will learn about the importance of building relationships and establishing trust prior to guiding behavior. You will practice techniques that support children while encouraging a co-operative attitude, a sense of autonomy and a positive self-image. Your studies will also explore Indigenous traditional practices of modelling and storytelling as a guidance technique.

Industrial Mechanics Applied Certificate

Industrial Mechanics is an applied certificate program. It provides knowledge and skill development in installing, servicing, repairing and overhauling machines which produce industrial goods.

The Industrial Mechanics Applied Certificate program will include days, at no cost to the student, to help prepare for the program and future employment.  At the onset of the program, students will receive time to improve their mathematical skills and strengthen the basic concepts needed for MATH107.  Throughout the program, Essential Skills in the Workplace training will focus on improving students' employability skills and workplace readiness.

You will receive:

• a working knowledge of machinery common to most industries
• an introduction to preventive maintenance procedures
• an opportunity to develop the skills needed to install mechanical equipment and keep it in good running order

Requirements:

• Grade 12 with on of the following mathematics: Foundations of Math 20 or Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20 or Pre-Calculus 20
• English Language Requirement

 

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Occupational Health and Safety Certificate

This program is a great fit if you're looking to enter the Occupational Health and Safety profession, are already working in occupational health and safety and want to expand your career opportunities, considering or preparing to write the Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) exam or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) exam or are looking to expand your knowledge.

Explore the career possibilities of the Occupational Health and Safety certificate program. Graduates will have the opportunity to work in a wide variety of industries, advising employers on occupational health and safety issues.

The program provides knowledge relevant to all workplaces in:

• auditing safety management
• contractor safety management
• disability management
• emergency management
• ergonomics
• law and ethics
• incident investigation
• industrial hygiene
• risk management
• safety management systems

International students are invited to apply to this program.

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• English Language Requirement

Notes:

International tuition & fees (including books) are $17,000* CAD per year. - International students please follow the International application & payment instructions.

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Office Administration 2022

This program provides knowledge and skill development related to the business office environment, with an emphasis on computer applications. Instruction is augmented by projects that will give you a hands-on understanding of the demands and rewards of work in an office setting. You will receive practical and applied training in:

• Leading software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentations
• E-mail and computer-based scheduling/calendars
• Meetings participation and minute recording
• Operation of office equipment
• Office procedures such as reception, filing, mail and telephone communication
• Business accounting and the use of automated accounting software

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• English Language Requirement
   

Notes:

* International tuition $16,000 CAD - International students please follow the International application & payment instructions.

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

This course is intended to assist students to prepare to write the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) Limited Power Engineering (Fireman’s Certificate) exam.

Topics include: low pressure heat boilers, fuel and firing equipment, automatic controls, pumps, piping fittings, valves, steam and hot water heating, ventilation, basic electricity, and the Boiler Pressure Vessel Act and Regulations.

Provincial testing is not included – contact the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) at 1-866-530-8599 or https://www.tsask.ca/boiler-pressure-vessels/power-engineers/examination/exam-calendar to book an exam sitting.

Practical Nursing Diploma

Applications for the 2023 program will be accepted:  November 1, 2021 to April 30, 2022

Licensed Practical Nurses are a vital part of today's health care team - in acute hospital care, long-term care and in the community. They provide compassionate, professional nursing care to individuals throughout the human lifespan, infants to seniors. In just two years, we’ll help you develop into a competent, confident nurse capable of making a positive difference in the health and well-being of individuals, their families and our communities.

Practical Nursing is a two-year diploma program offered at Cumberland College.  The program is a sequential 6-semester program over 76 weeks allowing the concepts from one semester to be built on in subsequent semesters.

Onsite labs and community-based clinical practice education experiences let you apply nursing knowledge, theory and skills in a variety of environments.  Our experienced faculty help you grow into a competent, confident nurse capable of bringing a holistic, humanistic approach to patient care.

You will study anatomy and physiology, foundations of health, pharmacology, health assessment through the lifespan, long-term and rehabilitative care, medical and surgical care, obstetrics and pediatrics, mental health and addictions, community, and sociology.

Instructional methods include seminars, observational experiences, pre- and post-clinical conferences, small group presentations, lectures, demonstrations, role-playing, storytelling, discussion, reflective thinking and writing, and simulation lab experiences.

As a graduate, you’re eligible to:

• write the national licensure exam,
• register with the Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses (SALPN), and
• practice in any province or territory in Canada

Requirements:

• transcripts - high school and any post secondary transcripts
  • Grade 12 with a minimum overall average of 65% in English Language Arts A30 and B30, any 30-level Math,  one of Biology 30, Chemistry 30 or Physics 30, and one of Social Studies 30, History 30 or Native Studies 30 
  • ** Previous Saskatchewan mathematics requirement also accepted: Math A30, Math B30, Math C30, Calculus 30, or General Math 30
• English language Requirement - Program Specific Requirement to Practical Nursing  (only required for internationally educated students)

After the application deadline:

This is a high demand program.
ONLY complete applications will be assessed after the application deadline. Applicants who are selected will be notified of a conditional acceptance.  

Students that receive a conditional acceptance will be required to provide documentation in order to receive a Full Acceptance.  This documentation may include, but may not be limited to the following:

• proof of current Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certification
• proof of current WHMIS 2015 certification
• proof of current Transferring, Lifting and Repositioning (TLR) certification 
• bloodwork and immunization requirements 
• application for transfer credits from another institution

Additional requirements prior to clinical placements (more details to follow upon acceptance):

• Applicants should have the Requisite Skills and Abilities (pdf) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse in Canada.
• Vulnerable Sector Check:   We will request this from you, and provide the request forms at the START of your program.  Please DO NOT get it completed before that time.   Your Vulnerable Sector Check must be clear (or Negative).  
• N95 Mask Fitting: Accepted applicants may be required to provide evidence of current N95 respirator mask testing prior to entry into the clinical experiences. 

Fees explanation:

• Student Fees are calculated $95 per academic year.
• Student Health Plan fees are $504 (calculated $252 per academic year).
• We estimate high for books and supplies.  You can expect about $3000 for books + scrubs + testing/licensing fees.

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

This program is intended for those who have taken the Red Cross Standard First Aid/C.P.R. combo course within the past three years and need to renew their certification.

Level C Standard First Aid/CPR/AED includes:

• Adult/child/baby CPR - one rescuer
• Adult/child/baby choking
• Barrier devices/pocket masks
• AED where legislation permits
• Adult/child 2-rescuer CPR

Please bring your current certification to class.  Red Cross does not allow anyone to recertify if the certificate has expired by even 1 day.

This comprehensive program includes instruction on the prevention, recognition and treatment of life-threatening emergencies plus certification in CPR as well as an introduction to AED.

Level C Standard First Aid/CPR/AED includes:

• Adult/child/baby CPR - one rescuer
• Adult/child/baby choking
• Barrier devices/pocket masks
• AED where legislation permits
• Adult/child 2-rescuer CPR

Please note that this is a 20-hour course that generally runs over 2-3 days. Please contact one of our offices to confirm the times for your session.

The CODC Rights & Responsibilities - Your Path to a Safe Workplace ("R&R") program was developed for the Saskatchewan workplace and takes workers and management employees through the fundamentals of the Saskatchewan Occupational Health & Safety Act and the internal responsibility system.

Notes:

This is a web-based course that can be completed at your convenience at one of our campuses. Basic computer skills are recommended.

 

Please contact the Business Development Coordinator to book an appointment:

 

• Email or phone 306.862.9849

Every Food Eating Establishment must have a minimum of one certified food handler working at all times, as required under Section 10 of the Saskatchewan Public Eating Establishment Regulations.

The course will cover all aspects of Food Sanitation and results in a national accreditation.

This online course can be completed at your own pace. The course consists of modules that must be fully completed followed by a module test. You will have unlimited attempts at passing the module test and must score 100% to proceed to the next module.

After completing the course, you will have the option to take the exam immediately or later at a convenient time. When taking the exam you must have valid photo ID and a working Webcam. A final grade of 74% is required to successfully pass the exam and be certified.

The Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT) program is an interactive, online-training course composed of 13 modules, each focused on a different fundamental aspect of worksite safety.

SCOT is convenient, easy-to-use, easy-to-understand, and is interactive and accessible as the program is available on the web.

Notes:

This is a web-based course that can be completed at your convenience at one of our campuses. Basic computer skills are recommended.

 

Please contact the Business Development Coordinator to book an appointment:

 

• Email or phone 306.862.9849

Whether working in your yardsite, farm, or rural municipality, this training will help you learn to use explosives safely and confidently. Working with explosives requires a skill set that includes accuracy, theoretical knowledge and keen attention to safety. The blasting course focuses on these skills while providing students with plenty of hands-on experience.

At the end of the course, students should be able to:

• Describe explosives and how to assemble them;
• Describe regulations governing the use of explosives;
• Describe requirements for storing explosives;
• Describe procedures for explosive deployment;
• Describe recording procedures;
• Describe procedures for disposing of explosives.

** Class may end earlier on the Sunday depending on the weather and ability to complete the necessary learning objectives.

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS: Students must present a criminal record check on the first day of class. As well - you will be required to wear personal protective equipment including: steel-toed boots, hard hat and safety glasses.

Minimum age is 18 years old.

Provincial Exam Not Included

This complete course is designed for supervisors, managers, drivers, handlers and shippers who need to understand TDG regulations. The course fulfills general training estrablished by Transport Canada and teaches the trainee how to be in compliance with regulations and consequently avoid fines for non-compliance.

Notes:

This is a web-based course that can be completed at your convenience at one of our campuses. Basic computer skills are recommended.

 

Please contact the Business Development Coordinator to book an appointment:

 

• Email or phone 306.862.9849

This WHMIS course is an effective and interactive way to keep you and your employees up-to-date with WHMIS training requirements. This course meets the needs of both first time and refresher training. A training certificate is issued and emailed to the Account Supervisor upon completion.

The course covers:

•      WHMIS Introduction & Regulations
•      WHMIS Roles & Responsibilities
•      WHMIS Symbols
•      WHMIS Labels
•      Controlled Products
•      MSDS Forms
•      Interactive exercises, tests & certificate

Notes:

This is a web-based course that can be completed at your convenience at one of our campuses.  Please apply online or contact the Business Development Coordinator to book your timeslot for the course.

 

• Email or phone 306.862.9849