About
One of the largest government-funded colleges in Ontario, Mohawk College’s enrollment includes more than 4,000 international students from more than 90 countries around the world. Mohawk College is proud to offer students a rich learning environment that includes an amazing variety of experiential learning opportunities from co-op programs to labs and simulations. The dynamic faculty teach 170 programs in various specialties which include healthcare, technology and business, skilled trades, as well as a vast array of other subjects. There are over 100 programs open to international students.
The international student population is a thriving part of Mohawk College’s culture. Mohawk College supports international students with dedicated staff, services, social opportunities, language training and more. There are events just for international students, such as student success workshops, film recommendations, coffee clubs to get to know other students, and much more. In addition, international students come from around the world to learn English from English-speaking teachers in the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) ESL programs.
Why Mohawk College - Fennell
- Campus: The Fennell campus is the largest of Mohawk College’s campuses. It is located at the edge of the Hamilton escarpment in Hamilton, Ontario.
- Facilities: Fennell Campus has undergone the largest renovation in Mohawk College’s history. Re-designed as a welcoming place to live and learn, the renewal has created a modernized space while enhancing energy efficiency, barrier-free access and more. Students have access to state-of-the-art equipment and modern facilities such as the David Braley Athletic & Recreation Centre and the Digital Print Lab.
- Location: Hamilton is one of Canada’s largest cities with over half a million people. Located just one hour away from Toronto, Hamilton is a vibrant and diverse city. Even though Hamilton is a big city with many restaurants, shops, and art galleries, the city is also known for its nature. Hamilton is the “Waterfall Capital of the World” with over 100 waterfalls in the area. There are thousands of acres of parkland to explore and hike on.
- Vision and Values: Mohawk College’s vision is “Future ready. Learning of life.” Mohawk College educates and prepares highly skilled graduates for success and contribution to community, Canada and the world. Mohawk College’s values include: student focus; commitment to excellence; engagement with the community; inclusivity; and accountability.
College Diploma - Educational Support
- Graduates are in high demand in all area school boards and many are hired upon graduation.
- Work in integrated or special classrooms to maximize student learning.
Learning outcomes:
- Understand the role of an educational assistant on a school team.
- Develop skills to work with and support students with exceptionalities across a variety of settings.
- Assist students with academics, behaviour, life skills and personal care in a school or alternative setting.
- Utilize technology and implement strategies to maximize student learning and success.
College Diploma - Health, Wellness and Fitness
- • Field placements in a variety of settings such as recreational therapy centres, varsity teams, physiotherapy clinics, school boards, retirement residences, large corporate gyms, small private businesses and more.
- • Experiential learning and events in collaboration with industry partners including Fit to Pitch and Wellness Expo.
- • Experience a cadaver lab tour at McMaster University
- • Students may challenge fitness certifications
- • Many pathways to further education
- • Get involved in special events and volunteer opportunities.
Learning outcomes:
- • Strategies to improve quality of life for people of various ages and abilities.
- • Work with specialists of specific populations such as emergency service personnel, children, older adults, pregnant women or those with increased medical risk factors such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
- • Study topics such as athletic injury management, sport psychology and exercise physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, wellness management strategies and many more.