Programs & Courses

Northern Lakes College provides top-quality post-secondary education right where you live. With a service region of 164,000 square kilometres and more than 50 communities including fifteen First Nations and four Métis Settlements, students can complete their education without having to leave their community. Students can take classes on-site at one of our campuses, learn by distance delivery, or participate in online classes. We also have many part-time options in addition to our full-time programs.

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Continuing Education & Corporate Training

Your one-stop shop for efficient, effective employment-related training. Whether you are advancing your current career or starting a new one, we have flexible training options to meet your needs.

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Health Careers

Northern Lakes College has some of the most successful Health Career programs in western Canada. Our Health programs ladder into other programs, offering graduates future career opportunities. Programs offer practical, onsite training with experienced professionals.

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Trades and Resource Technology

We understand that the global economy is constantly changing, which is why we will continue to play an integral role in current and future students' education by providing top-quality teaching with certified instructors and hands-on training using state-of-the-art equipment and tools.

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Human Service Careers

Human Services is a growing field and has a higher-than-average job earning growth projected over the next few years. We offer a range of programs relevant to Human Service Careers that are in high demand across northern Alberta and the rest of the country.

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Business & Administrative Studies

We engage and collaborate directly with employers to determine exactly what students need to learn to be successful in today's business world and tailor curriculum accordingly. Students graduate with a practical, relevant and extensive educational portfolio. Successful graduates include CEOs, politicians, accountants, entrepreneurs, department managers, and office specialists.

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University Studies

We provide university level courses with transfer agreements with many post-secondary institutes across Alberta. Interested in university but not feeling ready? College and Career Preparation can help with pre-careers and pre-university studies courses that will lead to entrance into a variety of career programs or university courses.

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Academic Upgrading

We are invested in every single one of our students, taking them from where they are, to where they aspire to be. The Academic Upgrading program is an accessible and affordable way to prepare you for your high school diploma, career training or employment! The program is designed for adults of all ages and abilities.

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We know that choosing Programs and Courses can be overwhelming, which is why we are here to help. Please contact us to discuss your educational options and we will be happy to help you plan a path to reach your goal!

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