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Cardinal Performing Arts Centre Fairview Campus Grande Prairie Campus Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Delivery Asynchronous Distance On-Campus Synchronous Availability Accepting applications International Open to international students Sort by By Department A-Z Programs Choose from certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships, and full degrees to launch your career. View individual courses or the Academic Calendar. Sort by By Department A-Z 55 results Educational Assistant – Inclusion Support Certificate Level the playing field by promoting empathy and tolerance. By using understanding, knowledge, interpersonal and practical skills, you can support students with exceptional needs in one-on-one and small group settings. Careers Educational assistants are often part of multidisciplinary support teams in kindergarten through 12th grade classrooms, daycares, preschools, and private schools. Department Department of Education Timing Varies Fall, Winter, Spring Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Educational Assistant – Literacy Support Certificate info_i Open for Registration Narrate your own career story, and nurture a fulfilling career with the practical skills to support children's development in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Careers Educational assistants are often part of multidisciplinary support teams in kindergarten through 12th grade classrooms, daycares, preschools, and private schools. Department Department of Education Timing Varies Fall, Winter, Spring Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Education University Transfer info_i Open for Registration Leave a lasting mark in the classroom. With several combined degree options and the northern community-focused TEN program, you can master the skills to guide and shape future leaders Careers After completing the Bachelor of Education degree program, students are eligible to apply for their teaching certificates at the Teachers’ Certification Branch, Alberta Education. Department Department of Education Timing 2 Years Maximum Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Early Learning and Child Care Diploma check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Choose a playful career path. Utilize play as a tool for learning and allow children to explore, experiment, and discover new things in a fun and engaging way. Careers Graduates qualify as Level Three Educators through Alberta Children and Youth Services and develop rewarding careers in child care centres, family day homes, nursery schools, kindergartens, inclusive child care programs, and out of school programs. Department Department of Education Timing 2 Years Fall, Winter, Spring Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Early Learning and Child Care Certificate check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Form strong, positive relationships and help shape futures. Nurture an environment for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children that makes them feel safe, valued, and encouraged to learn and grow. Careers Graduates qualify as Level Two Educators through Alberta Children and Youth Services and develop rewarding careers in child care centres, family day homes, nursery schools, kindergartens, inclusive child care programs, and out of school programs. Department Department of Education Timing 1 Year Fall, Winter, Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Emergency Services Transport your education toward a rewarding career providing emergency medical care to the sick and injured. Department Page Emergency Medical Responder Certificate check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Assess your future with a qualification that provides basic emergency care to patients in crisis. Use these skills to ladder into other rewarding healthcare professions. Careers Use the essential skills you learn to ladder into other rewarding healthcare professions. Department Emergency Services Timing 15 Weeks Spring Start Location Grande Prairie Regional Hospital More Program Information Primary Care Paramedic Certificate check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Help those when they need it most, and stabilize your career as an emergency medical care professional. Learn critical and basic life support skills through hands-on clinical exposure and placements. Careers Graduates of this program can expect to find career opportunities with provincial, private, and industrial ambulance services. Department Emergency Services Timing 1 year Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Fine Arts Paint your future by making your artistic dreams come to life through one-on-one instruction in an unmatched creative environment. Department Page Fine Arts University Transfer info_i Open for Registration Use your creative spirit to sketch out a career path in the visual arts. Learn the history of art and the fundamentals of drawing, art media, and design with hands-on studio and lecture courses. Careers A fine arts degree sets the stage for a career immersed in the arts. Whether as an art instructor, creative arts therapist, industrial designer, sculptor or curator, you will always have the creative license to pursue your artistic passion. Department Fine Arts Timing 2 Years Maximum Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Visual Arts and Design Diploma check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Build your creative assets with drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, and design skills. Work towards a colourful career as an artist, educator, art therapist or animator. Careers Many graduates go on to create careers as artists, graphic designers, illustrators, art educators, animators, and web designers, as well as curators, educators and installation preparators in public and private galleries. Department Fine Arts Timing 2 Years Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Humanities & Social Sciences Challenge your perspective, interpret complex questions, and explore values and beliefs while engaging with larger social and cultural issues of our time. Department Page Arts University Transfer info_i Open for Registration Study the past, present and future. Challenge your perspectives and interpret complex questions in preparation for a career in the humanities or social sciences. Careers This program is designed to transfer to the Faculty of Science at the University of Alberta. For further specifics, students are encouraged to refer to the faculty information in the University's calendar. Department Humanities and Social Sciences Timing 2 Years Maximum Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Social Work Diploma Be the positive change-maker in rural, northern, and Indigenous communities by supporting individuals and families through compassionate care. Careers A diploma in social work paves the way for a career as a social worker in various fields, including government departments, mental health clinics, correctional services, family and social service agencies, school boards, and employee assistance programs. Department Humanities and Social Sciences Timing 2 Years Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Social Work University Transfer Fulfill your pursuit of social justice and promote well-being in communities, families or individuals. Put your empathy, patience and integrity to work. Department Humanities and Social Sciences Timing Maximum 2 Years Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information University Arts Diploma check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Focus on English, psychology, communications and more with a diploma that leads to an impactful career or ladders into a specialist degree. Department Humanities and Social Sciences Timing 2 years Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Kinesiology & Health Sciences Increase the fitness of your career future with knowledge in health promotion, injury prevention and rehabilitation, and sports performance. Department Page Kinesiology (Science) University Transfer info_i Open for Registration Exercise your curiosity about human performance, health promotion and chronic disease prevention by focusing on the high-level science behind human movement. Careers A science degree in kinesiology opens up career opportunities in sport and recreation facility programming. After completing this program, students can pursue further education in rehabilitation medicine, including chiropractic and physical therapy. Department Kinesiology and Health Sciences Timing 2 Years Maximum Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Kinesiology Diploma check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Activate an occupation in recreation programming or coaching. Learn to assess fitness levels by understanding the fundamental movement concepts that underpin all physical activity. Careers Graduates typically forge introductory careers in sport and recreation administration, therapeutic and rehabilitation services, as well as coaching and training environments. Department Kinesiology and Health Sciences Timing 2 Years Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Kinesiology University Transfer Move your career forward in health promotion with the skills to help improve health outcomes. Focus on human movement and the factors that influence its performance. Careers Graduates of this program typically seek careers as educators or administrators in fitness centres, leisure centres, and retirement complexes, as well as in personal training and rehabilitation services. Department Kinesiology and Health Sciences Timing Maximum 2 Years Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Nursing & Health Studies We are prescribing future healthcare professionals with the compassion, empathy, and know-how to meet patient care and comfort needs. Department Page Nursing Degree check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Pursue a rewarding career in nursing. Learn how to coordinate care, operate medical equipment, administer medicine, check vital signs and assess patient healthcare needs. Careers Registered nurses typically find employment opportunities with regional health authorities, clinics, primary care settings, and nursing homes. Department Nursing Education & Health Studies Timing 4 years Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Practical Nurse & Health Care Aide Prescribing future health care professionals with the vital skills to pursue caring careers. Department Page Health Care Aide Certificate check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Tend to your future as a caregiver in the community, hospital or a long-term care facility. Use your compassionate nature and learn how to provide daily living support to patients, clients and residents. Careers Care, assistance and support in continuing care facilities, hospitals, private home care, acute care hospitals, retirement and group home settings Department Practical Nurse and Health Care Aide Timing 1 year in length Fall, Winter & Spring Start Location Fairview Campus Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Practical Nurse Diploma check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Choose a caring career path with the power to heal, comfort, and inspire. Develop critical thinking skills as you evaluate patient progress, interact with other professionals and deliver nursing care to clients and their families. Careers Graduates of this program are eligible to write the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam (CPNRE) and work in several areas of healthcare, including acute care hospitals, continuing care facilities, primary care clinics and physician's offices. Department Practical Nurse and Health Care Aide Timing 2 Years Fall (FV) and, Winter (GP) Semester Start Location Fairview Campus Grande Prairie Regional Hospital More Program Information School of Business Are you eager to lead – a business venture, classroom full of bright minds, or your individual improvement? Northwestern Polytechnic’s School of Business is the... Department Page Business Administration Degree check_small Open to International Students info_i Open for Registration Get down to business and start on your path to success. Let your entrepreneurial spirit soar as you study accounting, human resource management, economics, marketing and more. Careers This degree is designed to prepare students for a career in business focusing on entrepreneurial skills and priorities Department Business & Office Administration School of Business Timing 4 Years Fall Semester Start Location Grande Prairie Campus More Program Information Pagination Previous page Prev Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Next page Next