About
With the strength of a NorQuest College education, learners have the skills and confidence to further their studies, begin new careers, provide better lives for their families, and make valuable contributions to society. At NorQuest, they have a unique ability to provide students with the skills Alberta needs in a supportive and inclusive environment. And with input from industry, business, and the public sector, they make learning relevant and rewarding.
Norquest understands that their learners come with varying levels of education and they assist them at the times and places that meet their needs, whether that is in the classroom, via distance learning or continuing education. Norquest helps identify learner’s strengths, work on their areas of need, and move them towards exciting learning paths and life-changing careers. The post-secondary diploma and certificate programs offer careers in health, community studies, and business. They also uniquely deliver to the increasing demands of the economy. Thanks to the workforce-relevant programming, the average diploma graduate from NorQuest College earns $15,100 more than a high school graduate at their career midpoint. In addition, research shows that NorQuest College and their students added $471.4 million of total income to Edmonton’s regional economy. These outcomes are based on a 2016-17 study conducted by Economic Specialists International.
Located on traditional lands referred to as Treaty 6 territory, Norquest serves 19,354 learners. This translates to 10,874 full-time and part-time credit students, and 8,480 non-credit or continuing education students, including assessment examinations. As a regional steward, they provide access to adult education in Edmonton and the surrounding region. Norquest is proud to embrace diversity and honour inclusiveness: 62% of their students are born outside of Canada from 131 different countries, and there are 115 languages spoken on campus.
Why NorQuest College
- Academics: NorQuest offers certificate and diploma programs in health, business, and community studies, as well as English language training and high school courses through academic upgrading. Their programs will prepare students for entry into their next career choice. While in the classroom students will be taught by faculty who are trained in their disciplines and keep current with technologies that enhance their learning experience.
- Campus life: NorQuest is not a one-size-fits-all kind of college, and they take pride in offering a unique student experience for all of their learners. They have grown and established new and innovative learning and study spaces, along with spots to gather, socialize, and refresh. Through these and a range of student services, they’re there to help students achieve their academic goals and ensure they pause from time to time to enjoy the journey.
College Diploma - Practical Nurse
One of the largest in Canada, NorQuest’s Practical Nurse program will prepare students to play a vital, front-line role in providing high-quality care to clients in a variety of health-care settings.
Students are more likely to be successful in this program if they:
• are physically and emotionally able to manage workplace demands
• have access to a vehicle to travel to complete their clinical practice
• have access to a computer and Internet, and basic computer skills
• are able to demonstrate professional and ethical behaviour
College Diploma - Early Learning and Child Care
Learn to provide quality child care in a variety of settings and plan appropriate activities for children. Knowledge of child development, family dynamics, play, and program planning will equip students to support the healthy development of children through child-centred learning experiences.
The diploma programs prepare graduates for Child Development Supervisor certification from Alberta Children’s Services.
Early learning and child care professionals play an important role in supporting families and promoting healthy growth. Research shows the early years are critical in shaping a child’s overall development. The importance of play in how children understand the world around them is embedded throughout this program, and it aligns well with current Canadian curriculum frameworks in early learning and care.
This program offers conditional admissions
For conditional admission, you are required to provide English proficiency scores:
- Min TOEFL iBT: 31
- Min IELTS overall: 4 Min Listening: 4, Min Reading: 4, Min Speaking: 4, Min Writing: 4
The program requirements above should only be used as a guide and do not guarantee admission into the program.
