About
Dedication to student success is Algonquin College’s guiding principle and is demonstrated through the quality of its programs, staff, the continual expansion of its facilities, and by forging strategic partnerships. Every action since the College was established has been to ensure students have access to the education and skills training demanded by the marketplace to launch a rewarding career.
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology was established in 1967 and was named after the First Nations people who lived in the area. Algonquin was formed from the merger of the Eastern Ontario Institute of Technology, established 1957, and the Ontario Vocational Centre, established 1965. The College celebrates 51 years as a leader in post secondary education, and has undergone significant growth since its establishment and continues to grow today.
With 200 programs of study and 20,000 full time students, Algonquin College is one of Canada’s largest colleges. The college is located in Ottawa, Canada’s vibrant, metropolitan and multicultural capital city. The College proudly nurtures a friendly, student-oriented atmosphere. Students come to Algonquin College from around the world to study English, take second and third year courses within their area of specialization, and to pursue customized skills upgrading and training programs. International students experience the Canadian approach to an applied education by studying, working and collaborating with Algonquin College students and faculty in learning, teaching and research.
Why Algonquin College - Perth
- Campus: Algonquin is one of Canada’s largest colleges yet is still small enough to nurture a friendly, student-oriented community atmosphere. Algonquin College Heritage Institute’s campus is located in the historic Town of Perth.
- Facilities: The International Education Centre is there to help students succeed academically while enjoying life at a welcoming, multicultural school located one hour from Ottawa, Canada. The Algonquin College – Perth campus has recently completed major expansion projects and the school offers state-of-the-art facilities.
- Location: Perth is only minutes away from provincial and municipal parks and the Tay River for summer and winter activities. Perth has plenty of festivals to choose from all year round, is full of cultural and historical amenities through its architecture, boutique shopping and museums and has been dubbed the prettiest town in Ontario.
- Mission: Algonquin College’s mission is to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success. The College aims to be a global leader in personalized, digitally connected, experiential learning. Algonquin’s core values include: caring, learning, integrity, and respect.
Introduction to Canadian Healthcare Studies + College Diploma - Practical Nursing
Lay foundations for success in preparation for healthcare studies.
Students learn the fundamentals of Canadian healthcare and develop their communication skills, all while settling into student life in Canada. Over the course of one semester in the Introduction to Canadian Healthcare Studies program, students prepare for the rigorous academic and professional challenges, expectations and standards of their chosen healthcare program.
As an ICHS student, students work to refine the breadth of skills required for success in the healthcare field. Throughout the program, they develop a number of strengths:
- • comfort with language skillsets
- • a foundation in medical terminologies
- • essential research and analysis skills
- • critical thinking skills relevant to healthcare and everyday life in Canada
Students personalize their learning experience by focusing assignments in a number of courses on their personal, academic and professional interests. Students work towards their academic and vocational goals through scenario-based activities, field trips, laboratory visits and/or practical exercises.
An additional benefit of completing ICHS is that students will carry one credit in Communications forward with them into their chosen program of study. This program provides them with an opportunity to gain occupation-specific knowledge and language, as well as the academic skills, to step confidently into a health sciences Ontario credential.
College Diploma – Practical Nursing
The Practical Nursing Ontario College Diploma program prepares students for work in the healthcare system. Students learn the necessary skills and techniques for the workforce. This includes assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation tools required to provide nursing care to those of all ages. Throughout the program, learning opportunities include theory, lab techniques, applied experiences, and independent study.
Students have the opportunity to gain hands-on skills in a variety of healthcare facilities. An added benefit of this program is the Simulation Lab on campus, where students experience realistic patient care scenarios. These help to build confidence in students skills and techniques before working with patients in clinical placements. Placements are in community settings such as retirement homes, long-term care homes and hospitals.
Note: International applicants who meet the program eligibility requirements are required to complete preparatory courses (4-months in duration): Introduction to Canadian Health Studies (ICHS). Students who successfully complete the introduction will then proceed to their original health program of choice. The intake for this program is reflective of the ICHS program.
College Diploma - Business - Agriculture
The two-year Business – Agriculture Ontario College Diploma program combines agriculture with business and management training, providing students with the skills necessary to successfully operate a farming operation or to provide services to agricultural businesses. Agriculture is an increasingly complex industry, with sophisticated agribusiness managers required to make decisions about crop/herd selection and improvement, pest and soil management, equipment maintenance, farm safety and agricultural production. At the same time, there is a growing need for skills and knowledge to apply management concepts related to agricultural financial administration, human resources, operational efficiency, government regulations, technology, sales and marketing.
Through this program, students examine agricultural techniques through a business lens. With a focus on developing fundamental research, financial and operations skills to evaluate farm production methodologies, technologies and systems in order to inform business decisions. Students have opportunities to apply their knowledge and skills through activities, simulations, case studies and interactions with professionals in active farm operations.
Students also have the option to gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term. Please note that places in the co-op work term are subject to availability and academic eligibility. Please note admission to the co-op program does not guarantee a co-op placement.
Graduates may seek employment in entry-level farming positions or as entrepreneurs.
Graduates may also seek entry-level employment in a variety of companies and organizations that provide services in the agricultural sector, including businesses providing:
- • agricultural supplies
- • feed
- • banking, accounting or logistical services
- • process improvement or animal care support
- • equipment and maintenance sales and services
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