Northwest Community College (NWCC) serves British Columbia’s Pacific Northwest, a region that encompasses 104,689 square kilometres and a population of approximately 83,000 people. The College region's geographic boundaries are defined by Haida Gwaii on the West, Houston on the East, Stewart on the North, and a less defined Southern boundary about 800 km due north of Vancouver. The College has six campuses and four community learning centres located in Hazelton, Houston, Kitimat, Massett, the Nass, Prince Rupert, Kaay Llnagaay, Queen Charlotte, Smithers and Terrace.
Students can choose from a variety of academic, career and trades programs at NWCC. The College’s Continuing Education and Industry Training department also provides applied learning opportunities ranging from industry training such as first aid and mining and exploration courses, to general interest and customized programming.
Northwest Community College School of Exploration & Mining
In response to the training needs of communities and industry, Northwest Community College has developed the School of Exploration & Mining (SEM).
In partnership with Smithers Exploration Group and the Province of BC, the School develops industry-related courses and programs and offers training in various areas of mining and exploration.
Mining Exploration Field Assistant (MEFA)
Surface Diamond Driller’s Helper
Drill Core Technician Basic Training
Environmental Monitor Assistance Program (EMAP)
Camp Management
Prospector Basic Training
Excavator Training
Metal Leaching and Acid Rock Drainage
Job Searching and Career Planning in Mining
Arcview GIS
GPS, Map, Compass and Notetaking
Introduction to Rocks & Minerals
Continuing Education & Industry Training
Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 & 3
Transportation Endorsement
Transportation of Dangerous Goods (Land/Rail)
H2S Alive
WHMIS
Bear Awareness
Enform (PITS) Chainsaw Safety
Specialized Chainsaw Safety
Foodsafe Levels 1 & 2
Serving It Right
Superhost Fundamentals
CPR Level ‘C’
WorkSafeBC Training Modules
Airbrakes Endorsement
Forklift Operator Training
Professional Driving
Class 1 and 4 Driver Training Preparation
15-Passenger Van Driver Safety
Lock-Out
Confined Space Entry-Rescue 2
Industrial Fall Protection
Backhoe/Loader Operator
Snowmobile Rider Safety Course
ATV Rider Safety Course
TOWES (Test of Essential Workplace Skills)
Computer Training Courses (Word Levels 1-3, Excel Levels 1-3, etc.)
Marine Training Courses (MED-A2, MED-A3, ROC-M, etc.)
Leadership Development and Project Management Courses
Negotiations and Conflict Resolution Programs
Associate Degrees – Arts & Science
Associate of Science Degree – Environmental Geosciences Specialization
Trades Training – Foundation and Apprenticeship Programs
Automotive Repair Technician – Foundation & Level 2
Carpentry – Foundation & Levels 1-4
Electrical – Foundation & Levels 1-4
Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport Repair Mechanic – Foundation
Log Building – Levels 1-2
Millwright/Industrial Mechanic – Foundation & Levels 1-4
Residential Building Maintenance Worker – Foundation & Levels 1-3
Welding – Apprenticeship Levels C,B,A)
NWCC strives to meet the educational needs of all residents and industry in its communities. In addition to regular course offerings, flexible delivery methods allow training to be customized to your needs and delivered on-site.
For more information, visit www.nwcc.bc.ca or call toll free 1.877.277.2288.
