NIC News

Event
Jan 24, 2019
Campagnolo Lectures return to NIC with RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki
RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki will be the featured speaker at the Annual Campagnolo Lecture in Restorative Justice this January.
News
Jan 14, 2019
NIC offers Early Childhood Health and Safety Course in Ucluelet
Learn to improve the health, safety and well-being of children and qualify to work as an early childhood educator assistant at licensed child care facilities.
News
Jan 17, 2019
Aquatic society supports NIC students
NIC aquaculture students will save $1,000 on tuition this February, thanks to a generous donation from the BC Aquatic Food Resources Society (BCAFRS).
Event
Jan 24, 2019
NIC’s 2019 Artist Talk Series begins with Barb Hunt
NIC kicks off its winter 2019 Artist Talk Series on Thursday, Jan. 24 with Canadian artist Barb Hunt, renown for her textiles, fibre and art installations.

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Programs

Criminology Diploma

Gain insight into the justice system through experiences like correctional facility tours, mock trials and class discussions.

Aquaculture Technician Certificate

Register for programs starting this February and receive a $1,000 tuition credit.

Professional Photography

Apply now to start in September 2019. Read more ...

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Courses

Administrative Principles (BUS-150)

Learn 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.

Financial Accounting Fundamentals II (BUS-200)

For students who plan to pursue further accounting courses, this course provides additional depth to the concepts introduced in BUS 100 with a focus on financial statement concepts, preparation and adjusting entries.

Human Development From Conception Through Childhood (PSY-250)

Learn the impact of genetics and environment, major theories of human development, methods for studying child development, cultural diversity and development in the physical, cognitive, emotional and social spheres.

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Faculty

Wendy Harris

Department Chair, Accessible Learning Services

Jesse Ronquillo

Faculty, Trades & Apprenticeships

Michael Catchpole

Instructor, Humanities & Social Sciences

NIC Event Calendar

Dec 12
Weekly writing support for Aboriginal students
Jan 17
NIC offers free drop-in soccer and volleyball for students
Jan 23
NIC film screening asks, are trees the new coal?
Jan 24
NIC’s 2019 Artist Talk Series begins with Barb Hunt
Jan 24
Campagnolo Lectures return to NIC with RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki
Jan 25
WHRS: Terry Jordan Reads at 2019 North Island Writers Conference
Jan 26
2019 North Island Writers Conference
Feb 6
Activity Assistant Information Session
Feb 7
2019 Artist Talk Series presents: Paul Walde
Feb 18
Family Day, College closed

Upcoming Continuing Education Courses

Beginner's Bookkeeping (BKK-010)
Jan 23-Mar 13, Campbell River
Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR Level C (FAC-021)
Jan 23-Jan 24, Comox Valley
Crime Prevention for Seniors (CREC-5005)
Jan 24, Campbell River
CV Printmakers Association - Studio (ARTS-5130)
Jan 25-Jun 21, Comox Valley
Silver Jewellery Making - Beginners (GENI-1205)
Jan 26-Feb 23, Campbell River
Emergency Child Care First Aid With CPR Level B (FAC-010)
Jan 26, Campbell River

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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