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__** ﻿ Post-Secondary Education Information for Aboriginals **__ [|Aboriginal Canada Portal] The Aboriginal Canada Portal, sponsored by the Government of Canada, provides access to Canadian Aboriginal online resources, contacts, information and government programs and services.

__** ﻿ Post-Secondary Options **__ __** First Nations Post-Secondary Institutions in Alberta **__

[|Blue Quills First Nations College, St. Paul. Alberta]

Bullhead Adult Education Centre, Tsuu T'ina, Alberta Tel: (403) 974-1400 (403) 974-1400

[|Maskwachees Cultural College, Hobbema, Alberta]

[|Nakoda Education, Morley, Alberta]

[|Nechi Training, Research and Health Promotions Institute, Edmonton, Alberta]

Piikani Post-Secondary Education Centre, Brocket, Alberta Tel: (403) 965-3910 (403) 965-3910

[|Old Sun Community College, Siksika, Alberta]

[|Red Crow Community College, Cardston, Alberta]

[|Yellowhead Tribal College, Edmonton, Alberta]


 * __ Canadian First Nations Post-Secondary Institution __**

__ [|First Nations University, Regina, Saskatchewan] __

__** Aboriginal Studies Programs in Alberta Universities **__

[|Aboriginal Politics and Governments] This page outlines the content of the Aboriginal Politics and Governments senior-level course offered at Athabasca University. [|Centre for World Indigenous Knowledge and Research] This Centre exists within Athabasca University to address and achieve five goals, all related to academic needs of Indigenous scholars, nations, communities, institutions and organisations.
 * Athabasca University **

[|Aboriginal UCEP]
 * Concordia University College of Alberta **

[|Academic Upgrading Programs]

Designed to help students develop the skills and complete the courses needed for entry into most university, technical and college studies. [|Aboriginal Capacity and Developmental Research Environments – Alberta NEAHR] Develops a network of supportive research environments across Canada that will facilitate the development of Aboriginal capacity in health research. [|Aboriginal Health Care Careers Program – Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry] Aboriginal Health Care Careers Program is offered through the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at the University of Alberta. [|Aboriginal Law Students' Association] ALSA's goal is to increase awareness and understanding of Aboriginal legal issues and to provide a forum for students of University of Alberta who are interested in Aboriginal Law. [|Aboriginal Programs – Faculty of Education] This page lists Aboriginal programs at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Education. [|BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences/BA in Native Studies – Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences] This is the homepage for the BSc in Environmental and Conservation Sciences program at the University of Alberta; a combined BA in Native Studies degree is possible in conjuntion with the ENCS program. [|Faculty of Native Studies] Home page of the School of Native Studies which offers various resources to students: contacts, news and events, student centre, Internet resources, etc. [|Indigenous Academic Services – Faculty of Law] Advises prospective students on admission procedures, admissions criteria, offers academic counseling for students enrolled in the LL.B. program, and provides career and employment counseling.
 * University of Alberta **

[|Aboriginal Student Access Program (ASAP)] The purpose of ASAP is to provide an alternate access route (a transition year) for Aboriginal students moving from high school or upgrading programs to post-secondary degree programs. [|International Indigenous Studies] Offered by members of the Faculties of Social Sciences, Communication and Culture, Fine Arts, Humanities, and Social Work as part of the Major in International Indigenous Studies or the Minor in Indigenous Studies.
 * University of Calgary **

[|Native American Studies – Faculty of Arts and Science] Offers an excellent opportunity to study the Native perspective and how it relates to disciplines involving art, law, philosophy, politics, history, gender studies, ecology, business, customs, and language. An office dedicated entirely to advising native students is currently located in the University of Lethbridge's Registrar's Office and Student Services. __** Aboriginal Studies Programs in Alberta Colleges **__
 * University of Lethbridge **

= ** Bow Valley College ** = [|Aboriginal Practical Nurse Diploma] Bow Valley College offers a certificate for the Aboriginal Practical Nurse Certificate program.

** College of the Rockies ** [|Aboriginal Services] College of the Rockies offers many classroombased, online courses and programs that incorporate research, writings, and teachings of Aboriginal people.

** Grande Prairie Regional College ** [|Early Learning & Child Care Program Introduction] Provides early childhood courses to individuals living in rural, Metis and native communities in Northern Alberta. The Friendship Centre at Grande Prairie Regional College offers a range of facilities and services for Aboriginal students, including a Aboriginal Liaison Coordinator and an Aboriginal student group.

** Grant MacEwan University ** [|Aboriginal Education Centre] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The centre provides students of Grant MacEwan College with a place to gather, to work and to grow in a community environment which reflects the distinctive cultures of Aboriginal peoples.

** Keyano College ** [|Aboriginal Addictions Services Certificate] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This Certificate offers enhanced educational opportunities to graduates of the Nechi Institute Advanced Counsellor Training Series. [|Aboriginal Addictions Services Diploma] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This Diploma offers enhanced educational opportunities to graduates of the Nechi Institute Advanced Counsellor Training Series. [|Aboriginal Child and Family Services Certificate] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Certificate that addresses the concerns of First Nations, Métis and Urban Natives as they respond to the redesign of Family and Social Services for children and families as well as the move by First Nations People to provide local control for social programs. [|Aboriginal Child and Family Services Diploma] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Diploma that addresses the concerns of First Nations, Métis and Urban Natives as they respond to the redesign of Family and Social Services for children and families as well as the move by First Nations People to provide local control for social programs. [|Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Certificate] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Certificate is designed to allow individuals working in Aboriginal business settings to acquire business skills and knowledge without having to leave their jobs or relocate their families. [|Fort Chipewyan Campus] The Fort Chipewyan Campus of Keyano College offers adult education, college preparation, distance education, and occassional post-secondary programs.

[|Criminal Justice Studies for Aboriginal Learners] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This program gives Aboriginal learners the foundation they need to begin working in the criminal justice system or to pursue further education in the Policing or Correctional Studies Diplomas.
 * Lethbridge Community College **

[|Maskwachees Cultural College]
 * Maskwachees Cultural College **

[|Aboriginal Education Program] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The program is designed to meet the needs of Aboriginal students who are preparing to pursue either a College or University education.
 * Mount Royal University **

[|Aboriginal Community Support Worker] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">With a focus on Aboriginal culture and traditional values, this program prepares you for entry-level positions in human service agencies. [|Aboriginal Policing and Security] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This program is designed to help students meet the entrance requirements for Alberta policing agencies and for federal agencies such as the RCMP and Correctional Service of Canada. [|Aboriginal Programs and Services] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">NorQuest provides learners with a complete education that balances strong academic foundations with Aboriginal culture. [|Aboriginal Student Support Services] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Describes the role of the support service providers: the Aboriginal Student Advisor and the Aboriginal Elder; and describes the Aboriginal Ceremonial Room. [|Aboriginal University Transition Program] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">In this two-year university transition program, Aboriginal students acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to be successful in a university undergraduate program. [|Ben Calf Robe Upgrading] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">The Ben Calf Robe Upgrading program is tailored to meet the needs of Aboriginal students by integrating Aboriginal content and traditions within the classroom. [|Practical Nurse with an Aboriginal Focus] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This program prepares you to provide high-quality nursing care to clients in a variety of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal health-care settings.
 * NorQuest College **

[|Northern Lakes College] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Provides quality educational programs and services which enable adults to continue their education, to improve their employment opportunities, and to enhance their quality of life.
 * Northern Lakes College **

[|Native Artisans] <span style="color: black; display: none; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Students learn from hands-on instruction in traditional and contemporary Aboriginal art forms, including hide tanning, fine arts and design, carving, beadwork, Native footwear, decorative arts, and sewing. [|Native Cultural Arts Instructor]
 * Portage College **

__** Support for Aboriginal Post-secondary Students **__

[|University of Alberta: Aboriginal Student Services]

[|University of Calgary: The Native Centre]

[|University of Lethbridge: Native Student Advising]

[|Grant MacEwen University: Aboriginal Education Centre]

[|Grande Prairie Regional College: Services for Aboriginal Students] Lethbridge Community College [|First Nations, Metis and Inuit Students]

Mount Royal University <span style="color: #008000; font-family: TTE31CF658t00; font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;">[|Aboriginal Student Housing] [|Iniskim Centre] [|Native Student Centre]