Program Area Total Full-time Headcount (Eligible) (2012-13) Rationale Mechanical T09/ Power T10
Chemical Production and Power Engineering Technology Chemical Production and Power Engineering Technology - Accelerated
290
The College is uniquely situated within an industrial region focused on the energy and petrochemical sectors. Enjoying unprecedented industry support, the College has developed extensive programming aligned with industry's needs and future directions in the economy.
Instrumentation T08
Instrumentation Control Engineering Technician
Instrumentation Control Engineering Technology 104
Instrumentation Control is a skill set in high demand by the local chemical and refining industries, as well as by all process-based industries in the province.
Technology Miscellaneous T19
Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training
Fire Science Technology 136
With a unique,modern, new facility, the College provides an exceptional learning
environment where students in the fire science programs participate in a complete, on the ground learning experience in the field of study. From the onsite firehall, funnctioning burn tower, to the industrial fire suppression props, the College is a leader in cutting-edge fire science education.
Social Services A17 Social Service Worker
Autism and Behavioural Science 103
Complimented by strong linkages and partnerships with a broad range of community agencies, these two waitlisted programs align strategically with the College's focus on social justice.
Developmental Services Worker A14 Developmental Service Worker
Community Integration Through Cooperative Education 68
The College offers two programs within this area, which are both consistently waitlisted. The DSW program prepares individuals to support those with developmental disabilities. The College was one of the first in the Province to offer CICE, promoting access and academic success for those with a significant learning challenges.
Institutional Program Strenghts
Program Area Total Full-time Headcount (Eligible) (2012-13) Rationale Institutional Program Strenghts
Appendix 3: Current Areas of Program Strength
Business Management B06; Marketing /Retail Sales B12; Accounting/Finance B07
Business
Business Administration Business Management
Business Management - Finance
Business Management - Human Resources Business Management - International Business Management - Marketing Industrial Management
155
The College has developed a comprehensive set of programs of study related to Business, providing both breadth and depth in a variety of specializations linked to employment prospects. The Business suite of programs attracts a diverse range of students, both domestic and international
Technology Miscellaneous T19
Pre-Service Firefighter Education and Training
Fire Science Technology 106
Both programs, offered by the College, are highly competitive. The Paramedic program is accredited by the Canadian Medical Association, which allows for national portability of the credential as well as recognition of the program by the Canadian Forces. The CDA program is recognized by the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association.
Child and Youth Worker A13
Child and Youth Worker 118
Consistent with the social services sector, the College has extensive community agency partnerships and linkages that ensure students receive an enriching field placement experience aligned with a the strong theoretical foundation. This program is also very popular and typically waitlisted.
Nursing Related H04 Bachelor of Science Nursing Practical Nursing
Personal Support Worker - Pre-Practical Nursing Pathway Personal Support Worker
335
Healthcare is a major employer within the region and the College plays an integral role in responding to the health human resource needs of the community. The programs that fall within this area are consistently waitlisted.
Program Area Total Full-time Headcount (Eligible) (2012-13) Rationale Institutional Program Strenghts
Appendix 3: Current Areas of Program Strength
Law and Security A10
Protection, Security and Investigation Police Foundations
Contempary Law Enforcement and Justice
185
Responsive to the emerging needs of public safety agencies and the direction of the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, the College delivers programming with a focus on inter-operability. Students are offered a range of credentials that provide opportunity to pursue pathways to degree completion, which is aligned with future employer demands.
