NIC News

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 23, 2019
NIC film screening asks, are trees the new coal?
Join NIC’s Global Learning Initiative Wednesday, Jan. 23 for the documentary, Burned – an unflinching, critical look at the woody biomass industry as a climate change solution.
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.

Book Advising Appointment

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Programs

Criminology Diploma

Take the first step toward criminal justice related employment through correctional facility tours, mock trials and class discussions. Or, start your degree at NIC and receive two years (60 credits) of transfer credit toward university degree programs.

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

Culture, Comm & Global Citizenship (LIB-160)

Explore what it means to be a human being and a global citizen within the context of complex intercultural face-to-face or virtual interactions. Through critical reflection on world events, as well as your own values and beliefs, you will be encouraged to develop compassion and empathy for others, a greater appreciation for and understanding of diversity and a curiosity about other ways of being.

Introduction to Nuu-chah-nulth Language (NCN-096)

Learn Nuu-chah-nulth sound patterns and pronunciations, as well as conversational Nuu-chah-nulth words and phrases for greetings, weather, elders, around the classroom, around the house, learning songs and more. Starts Jan. 14, 2019 in Campbell River.

Introduction to Social Media (IMG-220)

Gain the knowledge and skills to effectively explore the opportunities and challenges associated with social media use. Available in the Comox Valley and Campbell River this January.

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Faculty

Michael Catchpole

Instructor, Humanities & Social Sciences

Brad Harsell

Instructor, Industrial Automation

Cathy Batho

Instructor, Early Childhood Care

NIC Event Calendar

Dec 12
Weekly writing support for Aboriginal students
Jan 17
NIC offers free drop-in soccer and volleyball for students
Jan 19
NIC 2019 Student Leadership Retreat - Honest Conversations
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

Upcoming Continuing Education Courses

Pruning Trees and Shrubs (GENI-7541)
Jan 19-Jan 26, Comox Valley
Forklift Operator (FLO-010)
Jan 19, Campbell River
Restricted Operator Certificate - Maritime (NAU-016)
Jan 19, Campbell River
FoodSafe Level I (TFS-010)
Jan 19, Port Alberni
Life in Poetry (CREC-2350)
Jan 21-Mar 18, Campbell River
Excel Level I for Seniors (CREC-4420)
Jan 21-Feb 6, 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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