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Event
Nov 26, 2020
2020 North Island Post-Secondary Tour - November event
Join recruiters from NIC, VIU, UVic and Camosun to learn more about post-secondary options on Vancouver Island. 
News
Nov 19, 2020
Coastal Log Scaling training returns to Campbell River
NIC’s Coastal Log Scale training is returning to Campbell River for students interested in combining working outdoors with log measurement, grading and data entry.
News
Nov 18, 2020
NIC researching seaweed processing possibilities
NIC’s Centre for Applied Research, Technology and Innovation is partnering with Cascadia Seaweed Corp. (CSC) to determine how to efficiently turn cultivated seaweed from raw biomass into shelf-friendly food products.
News
Nov 12, 2020
NIC in the News: NIC instructor's new book reviewed by New York Times
NIC faculty member Jordan Scott has been profiled in the New York Times for his new book, I Talk Like a River.

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Programs

Bachelor of Business Administration Degree - Marketing

Gain marketing and communications skills to qualify for management-level positions. Make employer connections and earn academic credit as you participate in paid co-op work experience, international exchange and networking opportunities.

Heavy Duty Apprenticeship Training

Develop specialized skills for a career as a heavy duty equipment technician, truck and transport mechanic, transport trailer technician, or diesel engine mechanic.

Office Administration-Office Assistant 1 Certificate

Develop core computer skills, basic keyboarding, word processing, records management, organizational, teamwork and interpersonal communication skills to advance your career.

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Courses

Principles of Management
(BUS-150)

This course introduces students to the basic management functions of planning and decision-making, organizing resources, leading and motivating groups and individuals, and controlling worker output to maximize effectiveness and efficiency.

Introduction to Ceramics
(FIN-135)

This studio course explores clay as an expressive medium for utilitarian and aesthetic purposes. It covers the techniques of hand construction and an introduction to the potter's wheel as well as various glazing and decorating methods.

Principles of Physics II
(PHY-121)

This course includes electricity and magnetism, light, optics and modern physics, and extensive laboratory work intended to illustrate theoretical concepts and to develop laboratory skills.

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Faculty

Richelle Gardiner-Hynds

Department Chair, Faculty, Applied Business Technology, Humanities & Social Sciences

Laurie Tulloch

Department Chair, Faculty, Early Childhood Care

Sara Vipond

Department Chair, Faculty, Fine Art

NIC Event Calendar

Oct 6 -
Dec 16
Virtual Indigenous Student Lounge
Dec 8
Late Night Indigenous Advising Appointment
Dec 8
Adventure Guiding information session

Upcoming Continuing Education Courses

Small Vessel Operator Proficiency Training Course (NAU-005)
Nov 30-Dec 4, Campbell River
Marine Advanced First Aid & CPR C (FAC-084)
Nov 30-Dec 4, Comox Valley
Cannabis in the Workplace: Management Training (FAC-046)
Dec 1-Dec 31, Comox Valley
Cannabis in the Workplace: Training for Workers (FAC-045)
Dec 1-Dec 31, Comox Valley
Bloodborne Pathogens (FAC-016)
Dec 1-Dec 31, Comox Valley
Lock Out - Tag Out (WSF-017)
Dec 1-Dec 31, Comox Valley

NIC Students Say

Students choose NIC for our expert faculty, high-quality, affordable education, supportive community and university transfer pathways. Here’s what they say:

Milena Restan
My instructor Jason Diemer inspired me to study engineering. I transferred directly from NIC into second year of UVic’s biomedical engineering degree.
Milena Restan
UVic Engineering Dual Admission student
Hiroki Asai
My internship at Disney allowed me to meet people all over the world, network and develop international relationships.
Hiroki Asai
Tourism & Hospitality Diploma student
Mike McLean
NIC’s Industrial Automation program gave me the skills employers are looking for. I had job offers in Campbell River, Nanaimo and Alberta.
Mike McLean
Industrial Automation Technology Graduate
Dawn Tisdale
I had some pretty old ideas of what nurses do … I thought it was about taking doctors’ orders, not advocating for patients. I am now in the most rewarding and challenging degree ever.
Dawn Tisdale
NIC Bachelor of Science in Nursing Graduate, Named top 150 Nurses in Canada by CNA
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