CREDIT PROGRAMS CONTINUING EDUCATION & CORPORATE TRAINING (formerly WorkForce Development)

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1 September 2014 to January 2015 CREDIT PROGRAMS CONTINUING EDUCATION & CORPORATE TRAINING (formerly WorkForce Development) Ph I

2 Credit Programs Connecting with the Community Table of Contents Credit Programs Northern Lakes College is committed to meeting the local needs of its residents. Northern Lakes College has a special relationship with the individual communities it serves. Many communities have a Community Education Committee (CEC). These CECs ensure that community residents have access to education and training suitable to their needs and goals. Committee and council members also convey information and requests to the College on behalf of their community. The following communities in our region have a Community Education Committee or Community Adult Learning Council: Athabasca Atikameg Cadotte Lake Driftpile East Prairie Fort Vermilion Gift Lake Grouard High Level High Prairie La Crete Loon River Paddle Prairie Peace River Peavine Peerless Lake Slave Lake Smoky River Stony Point Valleyview Academic Upgrading... 1 Addiction Services... 1 Worker Aboriginal Teacher... 2 Education Program Business Administration... 2 Business Administration... 3 Diploma Management Studies, Accounting Human Resource specializations Carpenter Apprenticeship st,2 nd,3 rd,4 th Period College and Career... 5 Preparation Program Crane and Hoisting Equipment.. 5 Operator - Boom Truck Crane and Hoisting Equipment.. 6 Operator - Mobile Crane (NEW) Early Learning and... 6 Child Care Educational Assistant... 7 Electrical Apprenticeship st,2 nd,3 rd,4th Period Emergency Medical Responder.. 8 Emergency Medical Technician.. 8 Distance and Online Learning... 9 Health Care Aide Health Care Aide estep Health Care Aide PLAR...11 Human Resource Management...11 Certificate (NEW) Medical Receptionist...12 Office Administration Oilfield Operator Training...13 Practical Nurse...13 Power Engineering 3 rd Class...14 Power Engineering 4 th Class...14 Power Engineering 4 th Class...15 Power Lab Power Engineering 5 th Class...15 Social Work...17 Survey Theory & Calculation...17 University Studies...18 Welder Apprenticeship st,2 nd,3 rd Period Program Locations Continuing Education & Corporate Training Section Scholarships, Bursaries & Funding Opportunities Photo By Tara Gauchier ATEP Student, Grouard Contact Us Admission Inquiries: Toll Free: [email protected] Fax: Fax for Applications: facebook.com/ northernlakescollege twitter.com/ Your_Future

3 Credit Programs Bring a positive change in people s lives through a rewarding career. Credit Programs Academic Upgrading This program can be taken full-time or part-time. Have you been out of school for a while? Maybe you need to refresh your academic skills? Whether you study at the Adult Basic Education or High School level, Academic Upgrading will provide you with the education you need to prepare for your high school diploma, career training or employment. Academic Upgrading is designed for adults of all ages and abilities. Receive assistance from our professionals to develop an educational plan to reach your chosen goal! Dates: September 2014, February 2015 Delivery: A blend of computer conferencing (high speed internet required), self-directed study and onsite tutorial support or instructorled, face-to-face classes. Length: 10 months (full-time, 5 month terms) Addiction Services Worker The Addiction Services Worker program takes a holistic approach that includes the belief in the interconnection of mind, body, spirit and emotion. This program can be taken full or part-time, depending on your unique needs. When you graduate you will work with communities and organizations to set up and operate programs focused on reducing high levels of alcohol, drug and solvent abuse. You will also learn about prevention, intervention and aftercare. Bring a positive change in people s lives through a fulfilling, rewarding career in the addiction services field. Dates: September 2014 Delivery: Computer conferencing (high speed internet required), and up to one week of face-to-face instruction each term. Lab days are in Grouard. Length: 10 months (Full-time or part-time) $3.05 Million received for Mobile Trades Facilities Northern Lakes College received $3.05 million from the Ministry of Innovation and Advanced Education for Mobile Trades Training facilities. These mobile units will allow the college to offer various Trades programs in communities that otherwise may not have access to such facilities. Aboriginal Teacher Education Program Want to become a teacher? Through University Studies at Northern Lakes College campuses, you can complete a Bachelor of Education degree in Elementary Education at a campus in or close to your home community. Completing your degree at Northern Lakes College through the collaborative Aboriginal Teacher Education Program (ATEP) is an accessible, affordable way to obtain an education degree. Complete the first two years with Northern Lakes College University Studies and then continue with the U of A s program for years 3 and 4, while continuing to study in or near your home. Class sizes are small, instructors are helpful and caring, and tutors are there to support your study. Dates: Begin your Northern Lakes College studies in September 2014 in preparation for ATEP Delivery: A blend of computer conferencing (high speed internet required), self-directed study and onsite tutorial support or instructorled, face-to-face classes. Length: 4 years (2 in University studies and 2 to complete ATEP) Business Administration Have you always dreamed of owning or managing your own business? Maybe you want to work in an administrative role in business such as accounting, marketing or human resources? The Business Administration Certificate program will open up many opportunities for careers in the world of business. This one-year program will teach you valuable business skills that can be expanded upon by transferring to a Business Administration diploma program. Business topics focused on in the one-year program include accounting and bookkeeping skills, marketing principles, computer applications, business plans and proposals, human resources management theory, interpersonal communication skills, and micro-economics theory. Dates: September 2014 Delivery: Synchronous (real time) - This delivery technology is used to provide group instruction to students in different locations. The instructors and students communicate orally and through text messages in real time, view slides on the computer screen, interact by using drawing tools, and surf the internet together. Lessons can be recorded to enable students to review the classes at a later time. Length: 8 months (full-time) 1 Apply Now!

4 Credit Programs With Northern Lakes College for over 20 Years Credit Programs Business Administration Diploma Management Studies, Accounting, Human Resource Specializations Northern Lakes College, in partnership with Portage College, now offers the Business Administration Diplomas with specialization in the areas of management studies, human resources and accounting. This collaboration between Northern Lakes College and Portage College ensures that you have the ability to choose the educational stream most suited to your career goals. Specialize in management studies, human resource or accounting and find yourself in a rewarding and fulfilling career. Dates: September 2014 Delivery: Synchronous (real time) - This delivery technology is used to provide group instruction to students in different locations. The instructors and students communicate orally and through text messages in real time, view slides on the computer screen, interact by using drawing tools, and surf the internet together. Lessons can be recorded to enable students to review the classes at a later time. Length: 8 months (full-time) or part-time Carpenter Apprenticeship 1 st,2 nd,3 rd,4 th Period Have you always enjoyed working with tools? Consider a career as a carpenter; a field that is in high demand. This hands-on program will give you the skills and theory you need to succeed when you write the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training theory and practical exams. Carpenters are employed in a wide variety of industries such as residential, commercial, industrial construction, as well as maintenance and construction in institutional settings such as municipalities, school districts and hospitals. Dates: 1 st Period - Sept 2014, March nd Period - October rd Period - TBA 4 th Period - January 2015 Delivery: Traditional classroom setting with shop and lab demonstrations. Length: 2 months for each period (full-time) Over 800 Graduates More than 800 students graduated from Northern Lakes College in the 2013/2014 academic year. Hundreds of friends and families were in attendance at the convocation ceremony in High Prairie. Aicha Gaboune Instructor/Tutor, BA, B.Ed., MA, Ph.D The favorite part of my job is when directly or indirectly, I make a difference in a student s life. Literature is about life and how the authors I teach express their life experience through their writing. If I succeed to transfer the passion I have for literature, reading, and critical thinking to some of my students, I then have succeeded as an educator. As an instructor, I have always tried to be kind, compassionate and non-judgmental. That is how I establish my immediate and long-lasting relationship with students over the years. 3 Apply Now!

5 Credit Programs Register as an apprentice and start your career training with Northern Lakes College. Credit Programs College and Career Preparation Program Preparation for entrance into health careers programs or university can begin in your community! Northern Lakes College offers pre-careers and pre-university studies courses that are accessible, affordable and convenient. Qualify for entrance into the career of your choice from your home community! Classes are small, offered at convenient times for part time study, and instructors are helpful. Tutors are there to support you. If you have dreamed of becoming an Addiction Services Worker, Practical Nurse, or a Social Worker, College and Career Preparation Program courses can get you started! Areas of study include courses in Biology, Computer Applications, English and Mathematics. Dates: September 2014, January 2015, May 2015 Delivery: Delivered asynchronously through the college educational management system, Moodle (high speed internet is required), self-directed study, on-line instructor support and onsite tutorial support. Length: Work at your own pace (full-time or part-time) Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operator - Boom Truck Are you interested in a diverse career that services many different industries including mining, forestry, oil and gas, as well as industrial commercial and residential construction? Boom Truck Operators have endless career options. You could work as an employee, contractor, sub-contractor or even start your own business! As a Boom Truck operator you will operate and service hoisting equipment used to move machinery and other large objects. You will learn to set up, service and operate hydraulic booms mounted on turrets that are affixed to trucks capable of moving heavy loads. To start your career training with Northern Lakes College you must first be a registered apprentice with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training, Dates: Set 1 - September 2014 Set 2 - November 2014 Set 3 - March 2015 Set 4 - April 2015 Set 5 - June 2015 Delivery: Onsite. Hinton (1), Brooks (2), Red Deer (3), Olds (4), Grande Prairie (5). Length: 6 weeks (full-time) Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operator - Mobile Crane (NEW) Are you interested in a diverse career that services many different industries including mining, forestry, oil and gas? Mobile Crane Operators have endless career options. You could work as an employee, contractor, sub-contractor or even start your own business! Mobile Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operators service and operate the hoist and swing equipment used to move machinery, materials and other large objects. Mobile Crane Operators service and operate booms that are mounted on crawlers or wheeled frames as well as traveling, fixed or climbing type hoisting equipment with a vertical mast or tower and a jib. Operators manipulate a number of pedals and levers to rotate the crane, and raise and lower its boom and one or more load lines. Some or all of these operations may be performed simultaneously. To start your career training with Northern Lakes College you must first be a registered apprentice with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training, Dates: Set 1 - March 2015 Set 2 - May 2015 Set 3 - June 2015 Delivery: Onsite. Red Deer (1), Olds (2), Grande Prairie (3) Length: 2 months Early Learning and Child Care Would you like to be a positive influence in the lives of young people? Consider a career in early learning programs and child care. The Early Learning and Child Care program at Northern Lakes College will give you the training needed to work in this rewarding career. Individuals are trained to work with children from birth to twelve years of age in settings such as daycares, preschool or after-school programs, and private day homes. Graduates of the Early Learning and Child Care program will also develop the skills to work effectively with children with exceptionalities. If this sounds like the ideal career for you, sign up for the program today! Dates: September 2014 Delivery: This program is delivered online with an instructor. High speed internet is required. Length: 10 months (full-time) or part-time EMT Program Awarded 6 Year Accreditation Northern Lakes College has received a six year accreditation award from the Canadian Medical Association for the EMT Program. Accreditation is the public recognition that an educational program has met national standards. The college is very proud to have been awarded the highest level of accreditation available. 5 Apply Now!

6 Credit Programs Start an exciting career and make a positive impact in people s lives. Credit Programs Educational Assistant Do you enjoy working with children? Are you a caring and patient individual with a desire to be a positive influence on the lives of young people? Consider becoming an Educational Assistant. The Educational Assistant program at Northern Lakes College will give you the training you need for a meaningful career working with children in school settings. Educational Assistants have many responsibilities which may include assisting students with exceptionalities by adapting or modifying educational materials and programs, and participating in observing and reporting student progress to teachers and other related professionals. As well, they reinforce student learning in one-onone or small group situations; act as facilitators toward inclusion of students with exceptionalities; and prepare instructional materials for teachers. If this sounds like the ideal career for you, sign up for the program today! Dates: September 2014 Delivery: This program is delivered online with an instructor. High speed internet is required. Length: 10 months (part-time) Better Career Opportunities Electrical Apprenticeship 1 st,2 nd,3 rd,4 th Period Do you enjoy doing hands-on work such as installing, altering, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems? Would you like to get involved in a trades career? Electricians specialize in specific types of installations such as residential (housing developments); commercial (office buildings); institutional (hospitals); and industrial (plants, factories). If you are already signed up as an apprentice and ready to attend your first period of technical training, then Northern Lakes College will help you complete your apprenticeship! Dates: 1 st period October nd period September rd period May th period January 2015 Delivery: Traditional classroom setting with shop and lab demonstrations. Length: 2 months for 1 st, 2 nd, and 3 rd period. 3 months for 4 th period. (full-time) A recent study shows that Northern Lakes College students receive a good return on their investment in education. Students develop skills that enable them to achieve a higher quality of life through better career opportunities and also have higher lifetime earnings as college graduates. Emergency Medical Responder Have you always dreamed of working in an ambulance and having an exciting career where you can help people in need? The Emergency Medical Responder program is the first step towards a career in emergency medical services. Successful completion of the EMR program will allow graduates to work in entry-level emergency medical services positions and is also a prerequisite for Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) education. This program follows all practice requirements as defined by the Alberta College of Paramedics and Alberta Health Services. Dates: September 2014, October 2014, January 2015 Delivery: This course is offered using a blend of distance delivery technologies, online, self-directed study with instructor support and instructor-led face-to-face labs days. There are three, four-day face-to-face onsite sessions, as well as a two day orientation and two test days, for a total of 16 onsite days over the duration of the program. Length: 8 weeks (full-time) Apply Now! Programs fill up quickly. Visit for more information. Emergency Medical Technician Emergency Medical Services is a dynamic industry that offers exciting and rewarding careers for individuals looking to make a positive impact in people s lives. The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program is a distance delivery program that offers online lectures and class discussions, combined with faceto-face onsite sessions to allow students to gain hands-on experience through labs and scenario-based training. Led by experienced paramedics, EMT, and nursing instructors, the Northern Lakes College EMT program provides a schedule that allows students the freedom and flexibility to remain employed in their home communities while increasing their skills and knowledge base. Approved by the Alberta College of Paramedics, the Northern Lakes College EMT Program ensures graduates are skilled in all competencies relevant to the Alberta and National Occupational Competency Profile. This program follows all practice requirements as defined by the Alberta College of Paramedics and Alberta Health Services. Make a difference in someone s life, apply today! Dates: September 2014 Delivery: This course is offered using a blend of distance delivery technologies, online, self-directed study with instructor support and instructor-led face-to-face labs days and preceptored hospital and ambulance practicums. Length: 10 months (part-time) 7 Apply Now!

7 Credit Programs Distance & Online LEARNING Learn from home All you need is high speed internet! Northern Lakes College partners with other colleges, universities and technical institutes to offer students hundreds of programs and courses. Academic Upgrading Business Education ecampus Alberta is a consortium of 16 Alberta post-secondary institutions that have formed a partnership to offer more online opportunities, from academic upgrading to completing a certificate, diploma or applied degree. ecampusalberta continues to grow, now offering more than 700 online courses and 60 programs. No computer at home? No problem! Your local Northern Lakes College campus has computers and staff to help you. Human & Health Services Trades & Technology University and Graduate Studies Health Care Aide Do you want to make a difference in your community? Do you genuinely care about helping others? Do you want a rewarding career that is in high demand? Northern Lakes College s Health Care Aide program will prepare you for your career as a vital member of the health care team. Health Care Aides assist the professional nurse in providing care to clients of all ages. They may work in acute care and continuing care settings, including long term care, home care and assisted living. The Northern Lakes College Health Care Aide program follows the 2010 Government of Alberta provincial curriculum and includes both theory and practical experiences. The Northern Lakes College Health Care Aide program is accessible, flexible and delivered in a manner to support each student s individual success. Dates: September 2014, February 2015 Delivery: This program is offered using a blended distance delivery model. It is online, supported by computer based lectures, face-toface lab seminars and a clinical practicum. Length: 5 months (full-time) Health Care Aide estep If you are currently employed as a non-certified Health Care Aide and are seeking certification while you continue to work, the Northern Lakes College Health Care Aide estep program is for you. The Employed Student Tutored Education Program (estep) is an online, distance delivered program designed to provide the employed student with an opportunity and the support they require to gain certification as a Health Care Aide in Alberta.The student will continue to gain work experience in the clinical setting which may be eligible for practicum credits. The student will have one year to complete the program and will graduate with a Government of Alberta Health Care Aide Certificate. Dates: Students may start in any month (with the exception of July and August) if they are registered by the 20th day of the previous month. Delivery: This program is a selfstudy online program. The program provides tutorial support, asynchronous classroom discussion and online resources. The student is able to pace the program to meet their needs allowing them to balance work and other personal commitments with their study schedule. Length: 5 months (part-time) Credit Programs 9 Apply Now!

8 Credit Programs Small class sizes and dedicated professional instructors. Credit Programs Health Care Aide PLAR This is a short program of study suitable for non-certified Health Care Aides who wish to receive recognition for their knowledge and experience. Students must enroll in and complete HFDN0001- Roles and Responsibilities of the Health Care Aide, but can then challenge all other courses in the program (six in total). Failure to successfully challenge one of the courses will require the student to enroll in, and complete the entire course, as offered in the estep program. The Health Care Aide program follows the Government of Alberta provincial curriculum. Travel to a Northern Lakes College campus will be required to complete the skills assessments. Any expenses related to required travel is the student s responsibility. Students who are interested in this program and need additional information to determine eligibility may request a complete information package from admissions and speak to the Program Coordinator. Dates: Program starts the first day of each month with the exception of July and August. Delivery: The PLAR offering uses online and independent study, tutorial support and instructor-led, face-toface assessments. Students may have to travel to a Northern Lakes College campus for assessment. All related expenses are the student s responsibility. Length: 3 months (part-time) Human Resource Management Certificate (NEW) Are you a people person? If so, the Human Resources field would be a perfect fit for you. The Northern Lakes College Business Administration diploma with a concentration in Human Resources focuses on recruitment, retention, and the occupational health and safety of employees. There is an increasing demand on employers to interpret, understand and implement labor laws, taxation laws, human rights and employment standards issues. This program is developed to help prepare students for work in Human Resource departments and give guidance, advice and leadership around these specialized issues. The program will also help prepare students to write the national exam required to be a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP). Dates: September 2014 Delivery: Synchronous - this delivery technology is used to provide group instruction to students in different locations. The instructors and students communicate orally and through text messages in real time, view slides on the computer screen, interact by using drawing tools and surf the internet together. Lessons can be recorded and students can access their courses from a variety of approved locations. Length: 8 months (full-time) Medical Receptionist Train to become a knowledgeable, skilled medical receptionist at Northern Lakes College. You will learn basic communication techniques to greet patients, make appointments, verify insurance information and prepare and maintain patient charts. Build upon your skills by learning how to appropriately use medical terminology. Learn more about anatomy and physiology as well as common disease prevention, all to prepare you for a satisfying career in the health care field as a medical receptionist. You will gain an awareness of Aboriginal healthcare issues and provincial and federal guidelines as they apply to medical settings. Dates: September 2014 Delivery: Synchronous (real time) - This delivery technology is used to provide group instruction to students in different locations. Group sessions are scheduled and usually mandatory. The instructors and students communicate orally and through text messages in real time, view slides on the computer screen, interact by using drawing tools (a mouse or tablet and pen), and surf the Internet together. Lessons can be recorded to enable students to review the classes at a later time. In some instances, two-way video is used to enable class members to see each other. Because this technology is Internet-based, students can access their courses from a variety of approved locations. Length: 6.5 months (full-time) Office Administration In a competitive job market, you want to stand out. Northern Lakes College s Office Administration program will give you the tools to succeed in a variety of office careers. Enjoy the competitive pay, great hours, and comfort of working in an office setting. Graduates from the Northern Lakes College Office Administration program are working in small businesses, educational institutions, health complexes, government offices and large industries. The Office Administration program can be taken in the day or in the evenings on a full-time or parttime basis. Dates: September 2014 Delivery: Synchronous (real time) - This delivery technology is used to provide group instruction to students in different locations. Group sessions are scheduled and usually mandatory. The instructors and students communicate orally and through text messages in real time, view slides on the computer screen, interact by using drawing tools (a mouse or tablet and pen), and surf the Internet together. Lessons can be recorded to enable students to review the classes at a later time. In some instances, two-way video is used to enable class members to see each other. Because this technology is Internetbased, students can access their courses from a variety of approved locations. Length: 10 months (full-time) or part-time evenings 11 Apply Now!

9 Credit Programs Start your education in your community. Courses are accessible and convenient. Credit Programs Oilfield Operator Training Oil and Gas production companies look for career-minded, mechanically inclined, logical thinkers with a high desire to problem solve and work independently. The Oilfield Operator Training program provides hands-on production operations, production reporting and optimization training complete with safety and environmental awareness. Using advanced in-house training facilities including functioning demonstration labs and process simulation software, this course will help build your confidence as you start your oilfield career as an operator. Upon completion of your training, you will receive a Northern Lakes College credential for Oilfield Operator Training and a Certificate of Achievement for Production Field Operations (PFO) from SAIT. Dates: September 2014, February 2015 Delivery: This program is offered onsite and includes classroom instruction, hands-on lab work and computer simulation. There is a one month work experience field placement. Length: 5 months (full-time) Practical Nurse Practical Nurses work with other health team members to provide nursing care for people in need. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a fast-paced healthcare environment, then becoming a Practical Nurse could be an ideal profession for you. Take this program and start your career as a highly in-demand health professional! This program follows all practical requirements as defined by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) and Alberta Health Services. Students who would like to decrease the workload in this very intensive two-year program are encouraged to complete some of the university transfer courses before starting the program. Dates: September 2014 Delivery: This 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. If taken part-time, this program will take more than two years to complete. Length: 2 years (full-time) or part-time Power Engineering 3 rd Class Power Engineering 3rd Class is a program of study designed for training individuals for the safe and efficient operation of industrial boilers and auxiliary equipment up to 15,000 kw. At the Third Class level, these boilers tend to be used for both heat and power applications. In Alberta, the certification of Power Engineers of all classes has been delegated to the Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA). Completion of this course will help to prepare you to complete the Part A portion of the ABSA exam and will reduce the number of hours of experience necessary to write the Part B portion of the exam. For more details consult the Power Engineers Regulations of the Alberta Safety Codes Act. Dates: TBA Delivery: Online learning program supported by recorded lectures, online quizzes and exams with tutorial sessions available, as required. Length: 8 months (full-time), 16 months (part-time) Power Engineering 4 th Class Northern Lakes College has structured the Power Engineering program to help you succeed without leaving home with recorded lectures for every chapter and proactive instructor support to help you stay on pace. The theory part of the program takes between eight and 12 months to complete depending on whether you choose to study on a full-time or part-time basis. This program is recognized by the Alberta Boilers Safety Association, the regulatory body which governs Power Engineering in Alberta. Individuals who complete the program qualify to write the ABSA Part A exam and must complete firing time to qualify for the ABSA Part B exam. Dates: October 2014, February 2015 Delivery: Online learning program supported by recorded lectures, online quizzes and exams with tutorial sessions available, as required. Length: 8 months (full-time), 12 months (part-time) Provincial Skills Canada Competition Northern Lakes College sent two students to compete in the Provincial Skills Canada Competition. The welding and carpentry students represented the college in this competition with over 700 competitors and 10,000 spectators. Federal Funding for Power Engineering Steam Lab Western Economic Diversification provided Northern Lakes College with $1 million in funding to purchase specialized equipment needed to establish a new power engineering steam lab at the Peace River Campus. This new facility will provide more power engineering students with the resources they require for certification Apply Now!

10 Credit Programs I ve received multiple job offers in the oil sands. Credit Programs Power Engineering 4 th Class Power Lab The 4th Class Power Lab is a 5 week hands-on training session offered by the SAIT Energy Department at the Calgary campus. This course is approved by the Alberta Boiler Safety Association (ABSA) as meeting the firing time requirement to write the ABSA Power Engineering 4th Class Part B examination. SAIT reserves several seats in the Power Lab each year for interested Northern Lakes College Power Engineering graduates. Students fill out a Northern Lakes College application form to begin the process of being registered in the Power Lab through Northern Lakes College. Dates: TBA Delivery: This program is offered in the Power Lab at the SAIT campus in Calgary. Delivery includes both theory and hands on practical application. Length: 5 weeks Power Engineering 5 th Class Power Engineering 5th Class is a program of study designed for training individuals for the safe and efficient operation of industrial boilers and auxiliary equipment up to 3000 kw. At the Fifth Class level these boilers tend to be used for building heat applications. In Alberta, the certification of Power Engineers of all classes has been delegated to the Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA). To meet Provincial requirements an individual must: complete a Provincial exam as well as complete six months of operating experience as outlined in the Engineers Regulations of the Alberta Safety Codes Act. Dates: October 2014, November 2014, January 2015 Delivery: Online learning program supported by recorded lectures, online quizzes and exams with tutorial sessions available, as required. Length: 4.5 months (full-time), 9 months (part-time) Student Wins International Business Competition A student taking the business administration program offered in partnership with Northern Lakes College and Portage College won an international business simulation competition called GLO-BUS. This is a popular simulation in business schools. Over the past year over 34,000 students from 321 institutions have participated in the competition. Trent Dreger Boom Truck All around, the experience was very good. I enjoyed the format of being in the classroom with the Boom Truck Operators and sharing the real life job experiences. The conversations were better because of the combined classes and I ve received multiple job offers in the oil sands as soon as I received my certification. Can t beat that!

11 Credit Programs Get access to a wide range of employment in Alberta in a variety of industries. Credit Programs Social Work Social Workers are trained to help people to help themselves. The Social Work program at Northern Lakes College looks at how to help people meet the demands of daily life. It looks at how social work seeks to improve people s problem-solving and coping skills, and links them with systems that offer resources, services and opportunities. Themes in this two year program include competency working in different cultures, recognizing and dealing with oppression, practice in northern/ rural communities, and a focus on holistic practice. In a supportive atmosphere, students are encouraged to develop personal insights and approach to social work practice. Students may wish to decrease the workload in this two year program by completing some of the University Studies courses before starting the Social Work program. Please contact the Social Work program coordinator for further information on options for taking University Studies courses. Dates: September 2014 Delivery: A blend of computer conferencing (high-speed internet is required), self-directed study, instructor led face-to-face classes, onsite tutorial support and field/practicum placements. Length: 2 years (full-time) Survey Theory and Calculation If you are working on a survey crew and you would like to advance your career, the Survey Theory and Calculations program is for you. Learn the theory of surveying and survey calculations, any time anywhere. Complete the nine core courses, and one of the three optional courses of your choice. A convenient option for advancing in an exciting industry! Dates: This program has a continuous intake so students can start any time. Delivery: This program is offered through distance delivery (printbased course materials) and exercises with online instructional videos and tutorial assistance through or phone. Length: Students must complete the program within three years of commencement date. Students have a maximum of three months to complete each course. Student Housing Northern Lakes College has affordable student housing available at the Slave Lake and Grouard campuses. Family housing is available at the Grouard Campus. University Studies Did you know that you can start a university level education in your community? Northern Lakes College offers University Studies courses that are accessible, affordable and convenient. Save the value of a new vehicle simply by taking your first two years at home instead of going to a major centre! Class sizes are small, instructors are helpful and caring and tutors are there to support you. As well, students who are interested in the Health Careers programs such as Aboriginal Teacher Education, Practical Nurse, Addiction Services Worker or Social Work can complete some of their university transfer credits through University Studies. Transfer opportunities exist for a number of degree programs including the following: Aboriginal Studies Arts Education Education Aboriginal Teacher Education Program General Studies Health Careers Practical Nurse, Addiction Services Worker Social Work Dates: September 2014 Delivery: A blend of online classroom, self-directed study and instructor-led face-to-face classes with onsite tutorial support. Length: 10 months (full-time), 20 months (part-time) Welder Apprenticeship 1 st,2 nd,3 rd Period There is a real demand for skilled welders in Alberta. If you enjoy building things and working with your hands, this career may be for you! To work as a welder in Alberta, you must be a registered apprentice or a certified journeyperson. Welders have access to a wide variety of employment in Alberta in a variety of industries, such as in oil and gas, forestry, mining, manufacturing, power line and generation fields and many more. Dates: 1 st period October 2014, March 2015, May nd period September 2014, January rd period March 2015, May 2015 Delivery: Traditional classroom setting with shop and lab demonstrations. Length: 2 months for each period (full-time) Partnership Award Northern Lakes College was honoured to receive a Portage College Partnership award for the successful collaboration of three business administration diploma programs. At the heart of this award is the acknowledgement of the hard work the respective deans, program coordinators, instructors and registrars who have been outstanding in developing this partnership Apply Now!

12 Credit Programs Program Locations For more information,call Northern Lakes College at Credit Programs Campus Academic Upgrading Addiction Services Worker Certificate Aboriginal Teacher Education Business Administration Certificate Business Administration Diploma Business Administration Diploma - Accounting Business Administration Diploma - HR Management Carpenter Apprenticeship 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd,4 th Period College and Career Preparation Program Early Learning and Child Care Certificate Educational Assistant Electrical Apprenticeship 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd,4 th Period Campus Emergency Medical Responder Emergency Medical Technician Health Care Aide Medical Receptionist Office Administration Oilfield Operator Training Power Engineering 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd,4 th, 4 th Power Lab Practical Nurse Social Work Survey Theory and Calculation University Studies Welder Apprenticeship 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd Period Athabasca Athabasca Atikameg Atikameg Barrhead Barrhead Cadotte Lake Cadotte Lake Driftpile Driftpile Fort Vermilion Fort Vermilion Gift Lake Gift Lake Grande Prairie Grande Prairie Grouard Grouard High Level High Level High Prairie High Prairie La Crete La Crete Paddle Prairie Paddle Prairie Peace River Peace River Peavine Peavine Peerless Lake Peerless Lake Slave Lake Slave Lake Smoky River / McLennan Smoky River / McLennan Stony Point/Wabasca Stony Point/Wabasca Valleyview Valleyview Crane & Hoisting Equipment Operator - Boom Truck September 2014 (Hinton) November 2014 (Brooks) March 2015 (Red Deer) April 2015 (Olds) June 2015 (Grande Prairie) Mobile Crane March 2015 (Red Deer) April 2015 (Olds) June 2015 (Grande Prairie) Community Access Points Calling Lake East Prairie Loon River Manning Fox Creek 19 Apply Now!

13 This summer WorkForce Development received a new name: Continuing Education & Corporate Training We still have the same great people here to help you and your organization with all your training needs - including setting up private training at your location. Contact Us Phone and talk to one of our liaisons about your training needs. Table of Contents Continuing Education & Corporate Training Leadership Series Essential Skills for Supervisors Advanced Skills for Leadership Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) - LIVE Online Safety Leadership Essentials - LIVE Online And more skills for the workplace Business/Professional Development Courses Certified Professional Bookkeeper Preparation Program Computer Courses Safety and Driver Certification Courses Safety Courses Driver Training Courses General Interest Courses Listing of LIVE Online Courses Education 2GO Easy Ways to Register Registration Form Credit Programs Contact Us Continuing Education & Corporate Training 1201 Main St. SE, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 Phone: Fax: Toll Free: , ext [email protected] Office Hours: Mon to Fri, 8:15 am - 4:30 pm facebook.com/ northernlakescollege twitter.com/ Your_Future *Note for LIVE Online classes: Fees are per person and where applicable a group price (for as many as you want at 1 computer connection) is listed. Course attendance verification or course certification is only granted for those who participate as individuals LIVE online. If you take with a group OR you miss the class and view the recording, attendance verification and/or certification will not be granted (MMP modules are an exception for recordings, contact for more information)

14 Essential Skills for SUPERVISORS Leadership Series 9:00 am - 4:00 pm $385 per person Register Early and Save Register by Sept 30, 2014 and pay $365 per person. Managing Time - Scheduling People, Paper & Priorities Explore ways of working smarter so that you can proactively manage the people, paper & priorities that come your way. This course will teach you techniques to get control of your time and organize your workday so you can effectively supervise employees, minimize interruptions and still get your own work done. Grande Prairie: September 11-12, 2014 November 13-14, 2014 Slave Lake: September 24-25, 2014 Leadership - Giving Employees What They Need to Succeed This course will help you identify your personal leadership style and how to use it effectively so that you can inspire your employees to focus on the big picture. Grande Prairie: October 2-3, 2014 January 19-20, 2015 Slave Lake: October 21-22, 2014 Effective Supervision - Directing, Coaching and Facilitating Employees This course will help you develop a toolkit of supervisory skills so you can use the most effective approach in any situation and bring out the best in your employees. Grande Prairie: October 20-21, 2014 January 21-22, 2015 Slave Lake: November 18-19, 2014 Communication - Getting the Message Across Your success as a leader depends on your interpersonal communication skills. This course will teach you how to send and receive clear messages that minimize confusion and emphasize understanding. Grande Prairie: September 22-23, 2014 November 20-21, 2014 Working Together - Building Effective Relationships in Your Workplace This course will help you get everyone rowing in the same direction. You will learn how to build and sustain good working relationships that create cooperation, inter-dependence and high morale among employees. Grande Prairie: November 6-7, 2014 Gain the skills you need to effectively lead in your workplace. Performance Management - Optimizing Results This course will teach you how to monitor employee performance on an ongoing basis, so that you can identify what employees are doing well, as well as opportunities for coaching and problem-solving to help your employees achieve optimal performance. Edmonton: October 28-29, 2014 Grande Prairie: October 28-29, 2014 Intervention - Managing Employees with Personal Problems Many employees will experience some form of personal trouble in their lives. Often, these problems will show up in the workplace and affect job performance, productivity, team morale and even safety. This course will teach you how to recognize troubled employees and direct them to the appropriate resources for help. Edmonton: September 22-23, 2014 Grande Prairie: September 15-16, 2014 November 17-18, 2014 Training Locations Edmonton: Alberta Association of Services for Children & Families, Training Room, Suite 258, Ave NW, Bonnie Doon Shopping Centre (Ph ) Resolving Conflict - Reaching Agreement at Work You can turn conflict into opportunity. In this course you will learn to maximize the opportunities created by differing ideas, while reducing the potential for destructive conflict that results in anger, withdrawal or damage to morale. Edmonton: November 26-27, 2014 Grande Prairie: October 30-31, 2014 December 2-3, 2014 Staying Positive - Rewarding and Energizing Employees This course helps you to recognize and reward your employees to build a positive and productive workplace. Grande Prairie: November 3-4, 2014 January 26-27, 2015 Take all 9 courses within 5 years and receive the Essential Skills for Supervisors Certificate. The courses in the Essential Skills for Supervisors Certificate Program are approved for the Achievement in Business Competencies (Blue Seal) Program through the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Department and for CEUs for Alberta Water/Waste Water Operators. Grande Prairie: Muskoseepi Park Pavilion 102 St. & 102 Ave. (Ph ) Slave Lake: Northern Lakes College Campus, 1201 Main St. SE (Ph ) 23 I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

15 Advanced Skills for LEADERSHIP Leadership Series Location: Grande Prairie 8:30 am - 4:30 pm $425 per person Register Early and Save Register by Sept 30, 2014 and pay $395 per person. Leadership - New Ideas from the Leading Edge Focuses on new and innovative ways to lead your team and how to build strong working relationships. Grande Prairie: September 8-9, 2014 Team Harmony- Developing Successful Work Relationships Teaches how different personality styles communicate, learn, respond to change, problem-solve and how to use this to build a strong team. Grande Prairie: (location will be at the Grande Prairie Museum for this course) October 23-24, 2014 Advanced Communication - Powerful Presentations Made Easy Covers how you can communicate more effectively and how you can deliver a presentation that gets results. Grande Prairie: November 24-25, 2014 Take all 6 courses within 5 years and receive the Advanced Skills for Leadership Certificate. The courses in the Advanced Skills for Leadership Certificate Program are approved for the Achievement in Business Competencies (Blue Seal) Program through the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Department and for CEUs for Alberta Water/Waste Water Operators. Let us Be Your Training Department We will customize any of our courses to your needs. For a no cost, no obligation consultation, please contact us ext 8623 or Direct The MMP program gave me a valuable understanding and knowledge about Physical Asset Management, which opens a large door for my career development and progression. Lucas Gune Maintenance Planning, Reliability and Projects Department Manager, Cahora Bassa Hydropower, Mozambique 25 I [email protected] 26

16 MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT Professional Leadership Series Register Early and Save SAVE 5% on tuition (not materials) when you register 3 weeks before the module starts. Tuition Fees Per Module/Per Person: Module 1: $425 per person + materials & shipping Module 2-8: $825 per person + materials & shipping Shipping in Canada by regular Canada Post is $30 +GST, except for Module 8 - $25 +GST Please Note: Any registrations received 1 week before the module starts will have a Priority Post or Purolator shipping charge applied at a higher rate. All Module times are on Mountain Time Zone (Canada) Materials (Textbook and Workbook) Fees Per Module (Subject to Change): Module 1: $ shipping + GST Module 2: $ shipping + GST Module 3: $ shipping + GST Module 4: $ shipping + GST Module 5: $ shipping + GST Module 6: $ shipping + GST Module 7: $ shipping + GST Module 8: $ shipping + GST (workbook only) MMP Information Session - FREE Live Online Want to know more? Want to promote this within your organization? Join us for a 1 hour information session - delivered LIVE Online. Participate from the comfort of your office or home at your computer. Tue, Nov 18, :00 pm - 2:00 pm (Eastern Time Zone, Ontario) delivered at MainTrain 2014 and broadcast LIVE online Module 1: An Integrated Strategy for Maintenance Management This module introduces you to an integrated and holistic approach to maintenance and asset management. Sept 17 - Oct 15, 2014, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Wed (Save 5% if you register by Aug 27, 2014) Nov 3 - Dec 1, 2014, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Mon (Save 5% if you register by Oct 14, 2014) Jan 15 - Feb 12, 2015, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Thurs (Save 5% if you register by Jan 5, 2015) Module 2: Production and Operations Management for the Maintenance Manager This module links maintenance strategies with those of production and operations. Sept 10 - Nov 12, 2014, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Wed (Save 5% if you register by Aug 20, 2014) Oct 4 - Dec 13, 2014, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Sat (Save 5% if you register by Sept 15, 2014) Module 3: Human Resource Management for the Maintenance Manager This module looks at how human resources practices relate to the maintenance environment. Sept 18 - Nov 20, 2014, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Thurs (Save 5% if you register by Aug 28, 2014) Nov 25, Feb 10, 2015, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Tues (Save 5% if you register by Nov 4, 2014) Jan 12 - Mar 23, 2015, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Mon (Save 5% if you register by Dec 19, 2014) Delivered LIVE Online Be anywhere with fast internet, and your audio capable laptop or tablet. Module 4: Financial Management for the Maintenance Manager This module focuses on the application of accounting and finance principles as it pertains to the maintenance management role. Sept 8 - Nov 17, 2014, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Mon (Save 5% if you register by Aug 18, 2014) Jan 20 - Mar 24, 2015, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Tues (Save 5% if you register by Jan 5, 2015) Module 5: Developing & Implementing Maintenance Tactics This module focuses on maintenance efforts to ensure that physical assets safely, capably, reliably and repeatedly perform to their designed specifications. Oct 1 - Dec 3, 2014, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Wed (Save 5% if you register by Sept 10, 2014) Nov 25, Feb 10, 2015, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Tues (Save 5% if you register by Nov 4, 2014) Module 6: Maintenance Work Management This module provides a study of the fundamental principles of the planning and scheduling process in addition to the basics of planning, scheduling and work coordination methods. Nov 6, Jan 22, 2015, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Thurs (Save 5% if you register by Oct 16, 2014) Canadian Astronaut, Chris Hadfield, 2013 MainTrain Conference Keynote Speaker Module 7: Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) This module is a study of the features, benefits and the effective use of a CMMS or EAM computerized maintenance work management process. Nov 13, Jan 29, 2015, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Thurs (Save 5% if you register by Oct 23, 2014) Jan 28 - Apr 1, 2015, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Wed (Save 5% if you register by Jan 7, 2015) Module 8: Capstone Course Working in small groups or teams, students will select a project that will audit, assess and improve their current maintenance departments or develop a new maintenance strategy in their company or resolve a significant maintenance issue within their departments. Sept 23 - Dec 2, 2014, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm Tues (Save 5% if you register by Sept 2, 2014) Sept 25 - Nov 27, 2014, 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm Thurs (Save 5% if you register by Sept 4, 2014) The courses in the Maintenance Management Professional Certificate Program are approved for the Achievement in Business Competencies (Blue Seal) Program through the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Department and for CEUs for Alberta Water/Waste Water Operators. Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) Certification Program 8 Modules Developed and authorized by the Plant and Engineering Maintenance Association of Canada (PEMAC) I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

17 SAFETY LEADERSHIP Essentials Leadership Series Want to take the LIVE Online training as a group? You can have as many as you want at 1 computer connection. Please note that there will be no certification for individuals that participate in a group. 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 3-hour Classes: $95 per person (Group Rate $190, no certification) 6-hour Classes: $190 per person (Group Rate $390, no certification) OH&S Legislation: Understanding the Fundamentals Gain an understanding of the role of employers, workers and regulators in establishing healthy & safe workplaces. October 7, 2014 OH&S Legislation: Delving into the Details Learn the specific requirements of the Alberta OH&S Code and variations in requirements for other provinces. October 9, 2014 OH&S Legislation: WCB Responsibilities, Requirements and Processes Discover the role of WCB and how it is a part of an effective H&Smanagement system. October 21, 2014 OH&S Due Diligence: Demonstrating What s Reasonable Explore the fundamental tenets of due diligence and how to apply them in the workplace. October 23, 2014 Hazard Assessment Fundamentals Learn the common types of hazards present in the workplace and the typical methods used to control them. November 4, 2014 Task Based Hazard Assessment Gain an understanding of the process of conducting task based hazard assessments, their link to regulatory requirements and their role in leading efforts to define effective hazard controls & strategies. November 6, 2014 The courses in the Safety Skills for Supervisors Certificate Program are approved for the Achievement in Business Competencies (Blue Seal) Program through the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Department and for CEUs for Alberta Water/Waste Water Operators. Delivered LIVE Online in three or six hour modules. Take all 17 courses within 5 years and receive the Safety Leadership Essentials Certificate. Health, Violence and Working Alone Hazards Explore specific health related hazards in the workplace and gain an appreciation for hazards that are often chronic in nature and whose effects are not immediate. November 18, 2014 Hazard Assessment: Beyond the Basics Learn about other hazard assessment tools and review the common hazard assessment pitfalls and ways to avoid them. November 20, 2014 Incident Reporting & Investigation: Why Bother Explore the legislative and nonlegislative reasons for reporting incidents in the workplace. December 2, 2014 Workplace Health & Safety All safety related classes can be arranged for your organization. Look to us FIRST! Call Continuing Education & Corporate Training at Incident Reporting & Investigation: Cause Models (Dominos and Peterson s Flow Chart) Learn two cause models that can be applied to an incident that will facilitate the discovery of the incident s causes. December 4, 2014 Incident Reporting & Investigation: Cause Models (Events & Conditions Charts & Energy Barriers) Learn three investigation models and tools to facilitate cause analysis. December 16, 2014 Incident Reporting & Investigation: Improving Skills and Avoiding Pitfalls Explore the common pitfalls in the typical investigation process and gain an understanding of how to effectively collect information during investigations. December 18, 2014 To complete the Safety Leadership Essentials Certificate Program you need to take the Intervention Managing Employees with Personal Problems course. This course is part of the Essential Skills for Supervisors Program. Taking this course will give you credit in both series. You will learn how to recognize troubled employees and what to do when problems arise. Go to page 24 to find locations, dates, fees for this course I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

18 BUSINESS/ PROFESSIONAL Development Courses Solution Focused Thinking Gives you the skills to identify the problem and find the right solution. Grande Prairie: October 16-17, :00 am - 4:00 pm $365 per person Planning an Event or Small Project Focuses on developing your skills to keep events and small projects well organized and on track. Slave Lake: December 11-12, :00 am - 4:00 pm $365 per person Clear and Concise Business Writing Covers tips and techniques that gets your message across in a written format. Nov 21, :00 am - 4:00 pm (1 hr lunch break) $190 per person $380 Group price without certification Delivering Exceptional Customer Service Teaches you how to create a customer focused approach leading to improved service. Nov 7, :00 am - 4:00 pm (1 hr lunch break) $190 per person $380 Group price without certification Minute Taking Gives you the tools to take minutes efficiently and effectively whether at a formal or informal meeting. Oct 8, :00 am - 4:00 pm (1 hr lunch break) $190 per person $380 Group price without certification Telephone Skills & Etiquette Teaches you how to develop excellent telephone skills and proper business etiquette in order to enhance customer service. Nov 12, :00 am - 4:00 pm (1 hr lunch break) $190 per person $380 Group price without certification Take LIVE Online training as a group! You can have as many as you want at 1 computer connection. There will be no certification for individuals that participate in a group. Get the Essential Skills for Administrative Professionals Certificate when you complete: More Online Courses See Pages for a complete listing of our LIVE Online Courses. Delivering Exceptional Customer Service (Page 31) Clear & Concise Business Writing (Page 31) Communication Getting the Message Across (Page 23) Managing Time Scheduling People, Paper & Priorities (Page 23) Minute Taking (Page 31) Planning an Event or Small Project (Page 31) Resolving Conflict Reaching Agreement at Work (Page 24) Solution Focused Thinking (Page 31) Telephone Skills & Etiquette (Page 31) 31 I [email protected] 32

19 Live Online. Take training wherever you are. Training Costs too High? Reduce your training costs by eliminating extra travel costs for training and take as a group and SAVE. Weather bad? Stay put and stay safe. In camp? In a remote community? Easy access to training wherever you are. Short-staffed? Your staff can access training without leaving the office for days on end. Need targeted training? Training can be provided to just one or two people as required. Need a refresher on what you learned? You have access to the recording for 30 days. Certified PROFESSIONAL BOOKKEEPER Preparation Program Certified Professional Bookkeeper Preparation Program - Module 1 Introduction to Accounting / Financial Statements The first set of ten 3-hour sessions look at the theory and the steps involved in preparing books for a business or organization in Alberta or the NWT. Using an accounting simulation consisting of actual source documents from a fictitious business, students will enter one month of financial transactions for a small company using the manual five-journal system. This course will show students who use a computerized software program what is actually happening behind the entry screens on their computer and will give them a better overall understanding of the accounting process. In the latter part of this course, students learn how to read, understand, and analyze basic financial statements for a variety of organizations, both for-profit and non-profit. Nov 4 - Dec 4, 2014 (Tue & Thu) 6:30-9:30 pm $875 + GST per person Registration deadline: Oct 28, 2014 Certified Professional Bookkeeper Preparation Program - Module 2 Computerized Bookkeeping The second set of ten 3-hour sessions are spent teaching you how to enter financial transactions (using the same accounting simulation as in Module 1) into a computerized accounting software program, Sage 50 (formerly known as Simply Accounting). Time is also spent on looking at more detailed information on topics including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, GST/HST, Bank and Cash Accounts. Building on the understanding of the accounting cycle learned in Module 1, students are taught how to enter the data and manage the paperwork for all aspects of the finances of a small business or organization. Pre-requisite: Certified Professional Bookkeeper Preparation Program, Module 1 Introduction to Accounting/ Financial Statements Jan 20 - Feb 19, 2015 (Tue & Thu) 6:30-9:30 pm $875 + GST per person Registration deadline: Jan 13, 2015 We can deliver your in-house training LIVE Online. Call us to book a LIVE Online demonstration and find out how easy it is to get connected, deliver quality training and make it interactive for your employees. Check Out our Certificate Program Courses for more professional development opportunities Essential Skills for Supervisors (Pages 23-24) Advanced Skills for Leadership (Page 25) Maintenance Management Professional Certificate (Pages 27-28) Safety Leadership Essentials (Pages 29-30) Essential Skills for Administrative Professionals (Page 32) 33 I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

20 COMPUTER COURSES Delivered LIVE Online Want to take LIVE Online training as a group? You can have as many as you want at 1 computer connection. Group price without certification - $190 for 3 hour courses MS Excel 2013: Introduction to Excel This 3-hour session will introduce you to the capabilities of the MS Excel 2013 program. Learn the basics of what you can do with this powerful electronic spreadsheet program. Oct 7, :00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $95 + GST per person MS Excel 2013: Formulas & Functions In this 3-hour session learn how to set up formulas and functions to get the MS Excel 2013 program to do the math for you. Oct 22, :00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $95 + GST per person MS Excel 2013: Formatting the Worksheet Make your MS Excel 2013 workbooks look professional and readable by learning how to properly format all the aspects of your spreadsheet. Nov 4, :00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $95 + GST per person MS Excel 2013: Charts & Tables In the MS Excel 2013 program you can convert your data from a spreadsheet into a table and/or chart. Learn how you can turn dry financial and statistical information into a vibrant visual display that will have a powerful impact on your audience. Nov 20, :00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $95 + GST per person MS Excel 2013: Excel Extras You know the basics of the MS Excel 2013 program. Now learn about what else you can do to make working with the program even easier and more effective in this 3-hour session. Dec 15, :00 pm - 4:00 pm $95 + GST per person MS PowerPoint 2013: PowerPoint Basics If you are new to working with this presentation software this 3 hour LIVE online session is for you. You will be introduced to the capabilities of the program and learn some basic techniques for creating and delivering a simple slide show. Sept 24, :00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $95 + GST per person LIVE Online Courses See Pages for a complete listing. MS PowerPoint 2013: Powerful PowerPoint Presentations Learn more about creating PowerPoint presentations that pack a punch in this three-hour LIVE online session. You will learn some of the tips and tricks for working with the software and the session will include even more, such as the five rules for creating great PowerPoint s, how to ensure that your audience gets your message and that they remember it long after you finish. Sept 25, :00 am - 12:00 pm (noon) $95 + GST per person MS Word 2013: What s New in Word This three-hour session looks at some of the cool new features that have been added to MS Word Learn how these new features will make it even easier for you to develop professional documents with ease. Nov 24, :00 pm - 4:00 pm $95 + GST per person MS Word 2013: Getting More out of Word You will learn tips and short cuts in this three-hour session to help you prepare and edit your documents in less time and with more efficiency. Nov 25, :00 pm - 4:00 pm $95 + GST per person Introduction to Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) You will learn about the Sage 50 program, its features and get a description of the different versions available in this three-hour session. This is an ideal session for people who are just starting to work with the program or are in the process of choosing an accounting software program. Sept 25, :30 pm - 9:30 pm $95 + GST per person Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Module 1: Customers & Sales You will learn about the Accounts Receivable module of the Sage 50 program whether for inventory or non-inventory sales in this three-hour session. Topics will include: Customer Record setup; Entering Accounts Receivable Sales and Receipts; Entering Sales Invoices paid by Cash or Credit Card; Entering Credit Invoices; Correcting and voiding sales and receipt entries; Recurring entries; Customer and Sales Reports. Sept 30, :30 pm - 9:30 pm $95 + GST per person Register Now! Courses fill up quickly. We are here to help you get Training That Works I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

21 COMPUTER COURSES Delivered LIVE Online Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Module 2: Vendors & Purchases You will learn about the Accounts Payable module of the Sage 50 program whether for inventory or non-inventory purchases in this three-hour session. Topics will include: Vendor/Supplier Record setup; Entering Accounts Payable Purchases and Payments; Entering Purchases paid by Cash or Credit Card; Entering Credit Invoices; Correcting and voiding purchase and payment entries; Recurring entries; Inventory Adjustments; Vendors and Purchases Reports. Oct 2, :30 pm - 9:30 pm $95 + GST per person Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Module 3: Employees & Payroll You will learn about the Employees & Payroll module of the Sage 50 program in this three-hour session. Topics will include: Employee Record setup; Entering paycheques; Payroll Advances; Releasing Vacation Pay; Adjusting and voiding Paycheques; WCB Remittances; Receiver General Payroll Remittances; Employees & Payroll Reports (including T4 and Record of Employment forms). Oct 7, :30 pm - 9:30 pm $95 + GST per person Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Module 4: GST & Banking You will learn how GST is tracked and reported and how the Bank Reconciliation feature works in the Sage 50 program in this three-hour session. Topics will include: Tracking GST; Tax Codes; Preparing and posting your GST Return; Entering bank deposits; Undeposited Funds Account; Entering service charges and automatic withdrawals; Transfers between accounts; Bank Reconciliation. Oct 9, :30 pm - 9:30 pm $95 + GST per person Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Beyond the Basics This 6 hour online class (two, 3-hour sessions) is designed for the advanced user of the program and will give you information on some of the additional features of Sage 50, as well as tips and tricks to make the program work better for you. This class will also include a review of the newest features that have been added in the most current version of the Sage 50 program. Oct 14 & 16, :30 pm - 9:30 pm (Tue & Thu) $190 + GST per person $380 Group price without certification SAFETY Courses H2S Alive This course is for those who work in the oil and gas industry or wherever H2S may be encountered. Certificates through ENFORM are valid for 3 years. 8:30 am - 5:30 pm $190 + GST $195 + GST (Gift Lake) Gift Lake Sept 29, 2014 High Prairie Sept 5, 2014 Sept 18, 2014 Oct 9, 2014 Oct 23, 2014 Nov 6, 2014 Nov 20, 2014 Dec 4, 2014 Jan 8, 2015 Jan 22, 2015 McLennan Oct 3, 2014 Peace River Sept 22, 2014 Oct 16, 2014 Oct 27, 2014 Nov 10, 2014 Nov 24, 2014 Dec 10, 2014 Jan 13, 2015 Jan 26, 2015 Slave Lake Sept 4, 2014 Sept 11, 2014 Sept 15, 2014 Sept 23, 2014 Oct 9, 2014 Oct 14, 2014 Oct 20, 2014 Oct 27, 2014 Nov 3, 2014 Nov 10, 2014 Nov 17, 2014 Nov 24, 2014 Dec 1, 2014 Dec 8, 2014 Dec 15, 2014 Jan 7, 2015 Jan 12, 2015 Jan 19, 2015 Jan 27, 2015 Wabasca Sept 22, 2014 Oct 28, 2014 Nov 25, 2014 Dec 15, 2014 Jan 26, 2015 Transportation of Dangerous Goods - Clear Language and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System Weekdays: WHMIS - 8:30 am - 5:30 pm TDG - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Evenings: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Weekends: WHMIS - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm TDG - 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm $90 + GST for each course (TDG - $90, WHMIS - $90) $95 +GST for each course (Gift Lake) Gift Lake Sept 30, 2014 High Prairie Sept 2, 2014 Sep 15, 2014 Oct 6, 2014 Oct 20, 2014 Nov 3, 2014 Nov 17, 2014 Dec 1, 2014 Jan 19, 2015 Slave Lake Sept 5, 2014 Sept 16, 2014 Oct 6, 2014 Oct 21, 2014 Nov 4, 2014 Nov 18, 2014 Dec 9, 2014 Jan 13, 2015 Jan 26, 2015 Wabasca Sept 23, 2014 Oct 27, 2014 Nov 24, 2014 Dec 18, 2014 Jan 27, 2015 Customized Training We deliver customized training to your workplace onsite or LIVE Online. We can deliver any of the courses to your office for your group I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

22 SAFETY Courses Standard First Aid Level C CPR with AED Upon successfully completing this course, you will be awarded a nationally recognized certificate that is valid for 3 years. You will be required to do practical exercises during this course. Employers are advised not to send injured employees who are unable to perform the required exercises to pass the course, e.g. employees on Workers Compensation or on light duty. Weekdays: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm Weekends: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm $190 + GST $195 + GST (Gift Lake) Gift Lake Oct 1 - Oct 2, 2014 High Prairie Sept 3 - Sept 4, 2014 Sept 16 - Sept 17, 2014 Oct 7 - Oct 8, 2014 Oct 21 - Oct 22, 2014 Nov 4 - Nov 5, 2014 Nov 18 - Nov 19, 2014 Dec 2 - Dec 3, 2014 Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2015 Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2015 McLennan Oct 4 - Oct 5, 2014 Peace River Sept 24 - Sept 25, 2014 Oct 14 - Oct 15, 2014 Oct 28 - Oct 29, 2014 Nov 12 - Nov 13, 2014 Nov 25 - Nov 26, 2014 Dec 8 - Dec 9, 2014 Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2015 Jan 27 - Jan 28, 2015 Slave Lake Sept 2 - Sept 3, 2014 Sept 9 - Sept 10, 2014 Sept 17 - Sept 18, 2014 Sept 24 - Sept 25, 2014 Oct 7 - Oct 8, 2014 Oct 15 - Oct 16, 2014 Oct 22 - Oct 23, 2014 Oct 28 - Oct 29, 2014 Nov 5 - Nov 6, 2014 Nov 12 - Nov 13, 2014 Nov 19 - Nov 20, 2014 Nov 25 - Nov 26, 2014 Dec 2 - Dec 3, 2014 Dec 10 - Dec 11, 2014 Dec 16 - Dec 17, 2014 Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2015 Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2015 Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2015 Jan 28 - Jan 29, 2015 Wabasca Sept 24 - Sept 25, 2014 Oct 29 - Oct 30, 2014 Nov 26 - Nov 27, 2014 Dec 16 - Dec 17, 2014 Jan 28 - Jan 29, 2015 Standard First Aid Level C CPR Recertification A current Standard First Aid Certificate must be provided to the instructor. 8:30 am - 5:30 pm $155 + GST High Prairie Oct 1, 2014 Peace River Oct 20, 2014 Slave Lake Oct 17, 2014 Dec 4, 2014 I am very thankful I made the choice in April 2013 to take the Standard First Aid, CPR and AED course. Valinda Lea Damberger First Aid Student First Aider was at the right place, at the right time, with the right training. Valinda Lea Damberger along with another individual were able to help revive an unresponsive adult in a High Prairie grocery store. I am very thankful I made the choice in April 2013 to take the Standard First Aid, CPR and AED course under the excellent training of Shannon Soucy, instructor at the Northern Lakes College in High Prairie. Her training gave me the tools to react quickly and with confidence in this critical situation I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

23 SAFETY Courses All Terrain Vehicle Safety This is the Alberta Safety Councils ATV Rider Course, which exposes the trainee to the safe operation of an all-terrain vehicle. Upon successful completion, you will be certified as an ATV rider by the Alberta Safety Council, as required by many employers in both the forestry and petroleum industries. Attendees must provide their own ATV. Appropriate clothing and helmet are required. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm $195 + GST Peace River Oct 8, 2014 Confined Space Entry and Rescue This course combines theory, demonstrations and practice. 8:30 am - 5:30 pm $195 + GST High Prairie Oct 24, 2014 Peace River Oct 17, 2014 Nov 14, 2014 Dec 11, 2014 Jan 16, 2015 Slave Lake Oct 7, 2014 Slave Lake Sept 19, 2014 Oct 10, 2014 Nov 7, 2014 Dec 5, 2014 Jan 16, 2015 Wabasca Nov 28, 2014 Fall Protection This course focuses on how to identify fall hazards and have a fall protection plan in place when working at heights of 3 meters or greater. 8:30 am - 5:30 pm $190 + GST High Prairie Nov 21, 2014 Peace River Oct 30, 2014 Nov 28, 2014 Jan 29, 2015 Ground Disturbance Level II This course will help you to carry out excavation work with confidence that you are operating safely and in compliance. This course meets the ABCGA (Alberta Common Ground Alliance) 201 Standard. 8:30 am - 5:30 pm $195 + GST High Prairie Oct 15, 2014 Jan 9, 2015 Peace River Sept 26, 2014 Oct 31, 2014 Nov 27, 2014 Dec 12, 2014 Jan 30, 2015 Slave Lake Oct 24, 2014 Nov 27, 2014 Jan 30, 2015 Slave Lake Sept 12, 2014 Oct 17, 2014 Nov 21, 2014 Dec 12, 2014 Jan 23, 2015 October is Super Safety Month. Register for 3 or more courses during October and SAVE 10% Courses eligible for the 10% discount during October (in any location): Please note: You must register for all three courses at the same time. Air Brakes All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Confined Space Entry and Rescue Defensive Driving Fall Protection Ground Disturbance H2S Alive Standard First Aid Level C CPR with AED Standard First Aid Level C CPR Recertification Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Apply Online Visit our website at Just Click Apply Now. Snowmobile Safety This course will help you become a safer and more competent snowmobile operator. Attendees must provide their own snowmobile. Appropriate cold-weather attire is required. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm $195 + GST Peace River Jan 23, 2015 Slave Lake Jan 22, 2015 Visit our Website. For more detailed course descriptions, visit our website at Choose the Continuing Education & Corporate Training tab, Training Schedule I [email protected] 42

24 DRIVER TRAINING Courses Air Brakes (New Revised Alberta Air Brakes Program) This course will help you gain your Air Brake endorsement. 8:30 am - 5:30 pm (may be longer due to practical exam and # of participants) $355 + GST $375 + GST (High Level & La Crete) High Level Oct 8, 2014 Dec 3, 2014 High Prairie Jan 12, 2015 La Crete Oct 6, 2014 Oct 7, 2014 Dec 1, 2014 Dec 2, 2014 Peace River Oct 9, 2014 Oct 10, 2014 Dec 4, 2014 Dec 5, 2014 Slave Lake Sep 23, 2014 Sep 24, 2014 Oct 22, 2014 Oct 23, 2014 Nov 18, 2014 Nov 19, 2014 Jan 13, 2015 Jan 14, 2015 Cargo Securement Training This 4 hour course teaches the importance of maintaining a safe and legal load. Slave Lake: Oct 20, :00 pm - 5:00 pm $90 + GST Class 1/3 Driver Training This course consists of 4 days of classroom training that will include the following certificates and information: Airbrakes Q endorsement; Professional Driver Improvement Course (PDIC); Class 1/3 Theory; Log Book and Cargo Securement Training. Each student is scheduled for a maximum of 28 hours of in-truck training. Fees do not include license or road test costs which are payable to the registry office where students take the tests. Slave Lake : Oct 20, Nov 20, 2014 (Oct 20-24, 2014 classroom portion) 8:30 am - 5:30 pm $ GST (Class 1) or $ GST (Class 3 only) Develop effective driver behaviours and attitudes. Class 7/5 Driver Training Learn to drive under the guidance of a professional instructor. Follow all the rules of the road and establish defensive driving habits to reduce collisions and insurance premiums. Peace River: Oct 18, Oct 19, 2014 (classroom portion, driving time booked with instructor) 9:00 am - 6:00 pm $895 + GST Log Book Training This 4 hour course will cover how and why to document your travels and hours of service in Alberta, Canada and the US. Slave Lake: Oct 20, :30 am - 12:30 pm $90 + GST Oilfield Driver Awareness (formerly GODI & LDV) The Oilfield Driver Awareness course replaces two courses previously offered by Enform GODI and LDV. This oneday course is focused on developing effective driver behaviour and attitudes, helping drivers maintain an attitude of safety when they are behind the wheel. Slave Lake: Nov 17, :30 am - 4:30 pm $180 + GST Professional Driver Improvement Course This 6 hour course is designed for those drivers involved in the transportation field, including buses and vehicles designated for Class 3 and Class 1. Slave Lake: Oct 21, :30 am - 4:30 pm $180 + GST Looking for a course? At we take pride in responding to the current training needs of our local marketplace. If you have an idea for a course you would like to take or teach, please contact us. We are always looking for new ideas! Send your comments to: 1201 Main Street SE, Slave Lake AB T0G 2A3 Phone: ext [email protected] Private Training Training on Your Terms, Your Schedule. We can offer any of these courses at your workplace. Phone and talk to one of our liaisons about your training needs I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

25 GENERAL INTEREST Courses A Conversation with Brenda Draney, celebrated Alberta artist - LIVE Online Join us LIVE Online for a conversation with Edmonton-based artist Brenda Draney. Brenda grew up in Slave Lake, Alberta. Brenda Draney s practice is based on her experiences and the relationships formed between her current hometown of Edmonton and the northern community of Slave Lake where she was raised. Draney s paintings depict a large-scale narrative of scenes and fragments from the artist s memories. Brenda will combine her narrative with selected paintings for this event. Brenda completed an English degree at the University of Alberta before graduating with a BFA in Painting. She graduated with her Master s degree from Emily Carr University of Art & Design and became the 11th winner of the annual RBC Canadian Painting Competition in In 2013, Draney was long-listed for the Sobey Art Award. Brenda was recently named the winner of the 2014 Eldon & Anne Foote Edmonton Visual Arts Prize. Draney s work has been exhibited across Canada, including at the Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery, the Toronto International Art Fair, MKG127 Gallery, Stride Gallery, Latitude 53, Art Gallery of Grande Prairie and this past year at the Alberta Art Gallery in Edmonton. Oct 2, :30 pm - 4:30 pm FREE, you must register to participate Painting By Brenda Draney Board Roles and Responsibilities for Non-Profit Organizations - LIVE Online Are you new to a specific Board and want to make sure you understand your role and responsibilities? Are you a leader who wants to understand the details of all standard Board roles so that you can mentor and support others? This session is for you! We re going to review five standard Board roles Chairperson, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer and Director - and look at all the important details of what these positions entail. This session is presented by a Community Development Officer with Alberta Culture in partnership with Northern Lakes College. Nov 27, :30 pm 8:30 pm FREE, you must register to participate Exploring the Mystery of a Spruce Bog - LIVE Online Come explore the mystery of a spruce bog with Forest Educators MJ Kristoff and Cori Klassen. They will take you on a virtual tour of the spruce bog habitat and identify the vegetation, insects, birds and animals you will find there. Join us for a two-hour adventure while keeping your feet dry. This session is in partnership with the Lesser Slave Forest Education Society. Nov 25, :30 pm - 8:30 pm FREE, you must register to participate Make new connections, and broaden your horizons with our general interest courses. Learn to Facilitate/Train Using a LIVE Online Classroom Get Your Message to Anyone, Anywhere Northern Lakes College is in the business of making education accessible and we have 40+ years of experience doing just that. From credit programs to professional development courses we have delivered many LIVE online. Once considered a poor substitute for face-to-face training, online courses have become the norm and the tools have become better for delivering interactive courses/webinars. Join us for a two-hour introduction to teaching online using the very technology (Blackboard Collaborate) that we use for our online classrooms. Whether you are an internal trainer for your company, a training consultant, an educator with the formal school system or someone who has a hobby that you want to share with others, learning the basics of delivering online will keep you ready to deliver to those who want and need your training. Oct 30, :30 pm 8:30 pm FREE, you must register to participate Get Greener, Go Online With more LIVE Online training options available, you can reduce your carbon footprint by staying in the office or at home to take your course online. Making Your Meetings More Effective for Non-Profit Organizations - LIVE Online In this session, the facilitator will take you through some effective techniques to cut down meeting time, make your actual meeting more effective, and show you ways to have your attendees coming to their meetings prepared to make decisions. We will touch on Robert s Rules of Order, agendas and a number of other meeting tools that can help. This session is presented by Community Development Officer with Alberta Culture in partnership with Northern Lakes College. Oct 16, :30 pm 8:30 pm FREE, you must register to participate Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers for Non-Profit Organizations - LIVE Online This session will discuss a number of different perspectives and methods for recruiting new volunteers as well as some steps organizations can take for keeping their current volunteers engaged. If time allows, we will also explore some new trends in volunteering. This session is presented by a Community Development Officer with Alberta Culture in partnership with Northern Lakes College. Jan 22, :30 pm 8:30 pm FREE, you must register to participate 45 I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

26 LIVE ONLINE Courses Same time, different place. You can be anywhere and still take training with a group at the same time. All you need is: High speed internet Computer, laptop or tablet Microphone/speakers (preferably a headset) Leadership Series Courses Maintenance Management Professional Certificate (Pages 27-28) MMP Information Session Module 1: An Integrated Strategy for Maintenance Management Module 2: Production and Operations Management for the Maintenance Manager Module 3: Human Resource Management for the Maintenance Manager Module 4: Financial Management for the Maintenance Manager Module 5: Developing & Implementing Maintenance Tactics Module 6: Maintenance Work Management Module 7: Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Module 8: Capstone Course Safety Leadership Essentials (Pages 29-30) OH&S Legislation: Understanding the Fundamentals OH&S Legislation: Delving into the Details OH&S Legislation: WCB Responsibilities, Requirements and Processes OH&S Due Diligence: Demonstrating What s Reasonable Hazard Assessment Fundamentals Task Based Hazard Assessment Health, Violence and Working Alone Hazards Hazard Assessment: Beyond the Basics Incident Reporting & Investigation: Why Bother Incident Reporting & Investigation: Cause Models (Dominos and Peterson s Flow Chart) Incident Reporting & Investigation: Cause Models (Events & Conditions Charts & Energy Barriers) Incident Reporting & Investigation: Improving Skills and Avoiding Pitfalls Business/Professional Development Courses (Page 31) Clear and Concise Business Writing Delivering Exceptional Customer Service Minute Taking Telephone Skills & Etiquette Certified Professional Bookkeeper Program (Page 34) Certified Professional Bookkeeper Preparation Program, Module 1 - Introduction to Accounting/Financial Statements Certified Professional Bookkeeper Preparation Program, Module 2 - Computerized Bookkeeping LIVE and Interactive Our virtual classroom experience allows you to ask questions, gain knowledge and network with others all from the comfort of your work or home computer. LIVE Online Courses You can be anywhere... at home, at work, in camp, on vacation. Computer Courses (Pages 35-37) MS Excel 2013: Introduction to Excel MS Excel 2013: Formulas & Functions MS Excel 2013: Formatting the Worksheet MS Excel 2013: Charts & Tables MS Excel 2013: Excel Extras MS PowerPoint 2013: PowerPoint Basics MS PowerPoint 2013: Powerful PowerPoint Presentations MS Word 2013: What s New in Word MS Word 2013: Getting More out of Word Introduction to Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Module 1: Customers & Sales Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Module 2: Vendors & Purchases Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Module 3: Employees & Payroll Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting) Module 4: GST & Banking Sage 50 (formerly Simply Accounting): Beyond the Basics General Interest Courses (Pages 45-46) A Conversation with Brenda Draney, celebrated Alberta artist Board Roles and Responsibilities for Non-Profit Organizations Exploring the Mystery of a Spruce Bog Learn to Facilitate/Train Using a LIVE Online Classroom Get Your Message to Anyone, Anywhere Making Your Meetings More Effective for Non-Profit Organizations Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers for Non-Profit Organizations Education 2GO Take any one of more than 300 online classes from your home computer. These classes begin every month and you can take them any hour of the day or night so they are always convenient. Course topics include: Business Computer Design and New Media Certificate Programs GED Preparation Health Care Professional Internet Languages Test and Certification Prep Personal Enrichment Professional Development for Educators Additional Information about LIVE Online Training All Courses are on Mountain Time Zone (Canada). Courses are recorded and the recordings are made available to participants for 30 days after the course. You can take some of our courses as a group at a special rate. See course descriptions. Course attendance verification or course certification is only granted for those who participate as individuals LIVE online. If you take with a group OR you miss the class and view the recording, attendance verification and / or certification will not be granted (MMP modules are an exception for recordings, contact Continuing Education & Corporate Training for more information) I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

27 5 Easy Ways to Northern Lakes College REGISTER By Telephone: or Toll Free ext By By Fax: By Mail: Northern Lakes College, Continuing Education & Corporate Training, 1201 Main Street, SE, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 By Website: Apply online by going to our website and choosing the button Apply Now. Choose the online application. REGISTRATION FORM First Name: Last Name: Phone (Home): Phone (Cell): Date of Birth: Mailing Address (Home): City: Province: Postal Code: Company Name: Mailing Address (Company): City: Province Postal Code: Phone (Work): Fax: Fee Payment You may pay your course fees by cash, personal cheque or money order (payable to Northern Lakes College), VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Interac or company purchase order/authorization. You are considered registered for a course when your fees are fully paid. All course fees listed are per person, per course. We can set up private offerings for your organization. Contact us at [email protected] or Withdrawals & Refunds Your registration will be fully refunded when notice of withdrawal is given two (2) working days before the course start date for regular courses OR five (5) working days for Certificate Program courses (excluding MMP see note below). When notification is received less than two (2) full working days before the course start date for regular courses OR five (5) full working days for Certificate Program courses (excluding MMP), an invoice will be issued for full payment of the course. When you are unable to attend your course, you may arrange for someone to take your place. Note: For MMP Courses, Partial refunds for tuition fees are granted if the withdrawal is prior to 20% of the course length. The refund is 75% of the tuition fee. There are no refunds for textbooks/shipping costs. Contact ( or [email protected]) Course Re-Scheduling/Cancellations Northern Lakes College reserves the right to re-schedule/cancel a course that lacks sufficient registrations to provide a satisfactory learning atmosphere. In this event your registration fee will be refunded in full or applied to the re-scheduled course. You will need access to high speed internet, microphone / speackers (preferably a head-set). All times are on Mountain Time Zone. Recorded Training: You will need access to high speed internet and speakers Main Street SE, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 Phone: Fax: Toll Free: ext [email protected] Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:15 am - 4:30 pm Register Now! Courses fill up quickly We are here to help you get Training That Works. PO#: Payment Information Visa Mastercard Company Credit Card Card No. / / / Expiry Date: / Cardholder s Name (as shown on card): Course Registration Information If taking multiple courses, please photocopy this registration form for each individual course. Course: Date: Location: Your personal information is collected under the authority of the Alberta Post Secondary Learning Act and Section 33 (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (F.O.I.P.) and is protected under the latter Act. Information on this form is used to determine your eligibility for program(s) or service(s), manage your enrolment, contact you after you leave, evaluate effectiveness of marketing, and generate statistics and reports. If you have any questions about the collection and use of this information, please contact the Office at (780) Additional registration forms available at I [email protected] Toll Free Ext I Direct

28 Student Awards There are a number of awards available to assist in funding education and recognizing student success, both through Northern Lakes College s award program and through external sponsors. Additional information and how to apply for scholarships and awards is available on the Northern Lakes College website. Internal Student Awards Grants, Bursaries and Scholarship Awards Northern Lakes College offers awards internally to its students. These are awards where Northern Lakes College selects the recipients and, in most cases, issues the funds for the awards. General Criteria: You must be accepted and registered into a Northern Lakes College program with a Student ID and account to apply. Internal student awards are only available for qualifying Northern Lakes College students. Unless the details of the award state otherwise: Selection is based first on the standard criteria and then on secondary requirements. Internal awards are available to students who are enrolled in full time Northern Lakes College studies. Students must be Canadian citizens, or permanent residents. Student Award Reference Guides: Financial Need Bursaries and Assitance These are intended to assist students whose immediate circumstances have created a financial crisis or limited shortage. NLC Student Awards Committee Financial Need Bursary (up to $200) Criteria: One-time financial shortfall or to provide interim assistance until other sources are received To Apply: NLC Financial Need Application, instructor reference, counselor comments. Students Association Financial Need Bursary ($200 - Disbursed Oct, Dec, Mar & Apr) Criteria: Members of the Students Association with financial need. To Apply: Student Association Financial Need Application, budget sheet, instructor reference, counsellor comments. General Awards Guide North Region and Peace River Awards Guide For awards specific to individual programs, please follow the department links on the College website The Student Award Reference Guides can be picked up through any Northern Lakes College counsellor and are also available in printable form on the website. Types of Awards Entrance - Awarded as tuition credit For students entering their first year at the college for the first time. It is awarded by the college based on criteria set by programs as well as by application. See the General Award Guide. Bursaries - Awarded in February Bursaries are awards given based on satisfactory academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. Students must be full time in fall and winter terms, and have achieved a minimum GPA of 1.7 in the fall term unless otherwise stated in the award guide. Financial need must be demonstrated. All students are encouraged to apply for bursaries. Apprentice / Resource Awards - Awarded throughout the year Developed with corporate donors and partners for students entering or completing an apprentice trade or resource career program. Leadership Awards - Awarded in March each year Students who are involved in extra curricular activities (volunteer, sports, committees, etc.) several hours a week should consider applying for leadership awards. Standard criteria apply. Year End Scholarships - Awarded in June each year Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence. Selection is based on GPA unless otherwise stated in the award guide. Most year-end awards are merit based; however, some require other secondary requirements. In order to obtain that information, students are required to complete an application. College Awarded Merit-Based and Department Awards - Awarded at year end celebrations These awards do not require an application. Selection is made through the Student Awards in collaboration with Admissions and / or the program area. Peace River and Northern Region Awards - Awarded February and June Developed for students attending the Peace River campus and the Northern region: Chateh, Fort Vermilion, La Crete, Paddle Prairie, and High Level. Please see the counsellor at the nearest campus for this region for more information. Peace River and Northern Region Awards - Awarded February and June Issued directly by the provincial and national government. Applica tions and criteria are usually on the donor website. It is recommended that students become familiar with this resource. scholarships.html 51 Apply Now!

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