Explore culture, examine Indigenous content studies and define your career path.
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Graduates from the General Arts and Science - Aboriginal Studies Ontario College Certificate program develop a better understanding and appreciation of Indigenous Peoples and the issues faced by First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples.
Within this one-year program, explore culture and heritage and examine Indigenous content studies in:...(read more)
Explore culture, examine Indigenous content studies and define your career path.
Graduates from the General Arts and Science - Aboriginal Studies Ontario College Certificate program develop a better understanding and appreciation of Indigenous Peoples and the issues faced by First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples.
Within this one-year program, explore culture and heritage and examine Indigenous content studies in:
You also learn general skills in communications and computer applications.
The first-year program helps you to expand your knowledge and choose your career path. You receive an Ontario College Certificate in General Arts and Science with a concentration in Aboriginal Studies. You can enter the workforce and show that you have developed essential employment skills and a general understanding in a wide variety of topics. Completion of this Certificate confirms to potential employers that you have the ability to learn at a post-secondary level.
Upon completion of the one-year Certificate, you have the option to continue your education in Year II of the General Arts and Science Ontario College Diploma program.
This program is well suited for students who:
Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.
Code:
DAT5758
Course Name:
Computer Foundations
Course Description:
Using technology to communicate effectively is essential in the educational environment and workplace. Students develop new computer skills ... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
ENL5000G
Course Name:
Communication Skills
Course Description:
Effective workplace communication skills are required by all graduates. Emphasis is placed on workplace correspondence, job search strategie... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
SSC0113
Course Name:
Contemporary Indigenous Careers
Course Description:
Students make informed decisions regarding their personal career planning processes. They examine education and employment options, especial... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
SSC0116
Course Name:
Indigenous Community Development
Course Description:
The process, philosophy and practices of community development are examined with respect to community-based research, group processes and no... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Code:
SSC1788
Course Name:
Culture and Heritage
Course Description:
Students explore culture and heritage in light of their own experiences, both professional and personal. Oral traditions, spirituality, Nati... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Code:
SSC1791
Course Name:
Indigenous Languages I
Course Description:
Learning to use significant words and phrases contributes to students' awareness of culture and heritage. Students are introduced to Indigen... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
DAT0086
Course Name:
Intermediate Computer Foundations
Course Description:
Students build on their knowledge and strengthen their skills and competencies in the use of Microsoft Office word processing, spreadsheet, ... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
ENL1813R
Course Name:
Communications I - Academic Focus
Course Description:
Communication remains an essential skill sought by employers, regardless of discipline or field of study. Using a practical, vocation-orient... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
SSC1786
Course Name:
Contemporary Issues in Indigenous Society
Course Description:
The contemporary situation of Indigenous Peoples in Canada is presented. Students survey a number of topics, including Indigenous rights, se... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
SSC1792
Course Name:
Indigenous Languages II
Course Description:
Students focus on word recognition and gain familiarity and understanding of Indigenous languages. Students increase their use of words, phr... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
SSC1829
Course Name:
Indigenous Law and Government
Course Description:
The historical, socio-political, legal and constitutional statuses of Aboriginal peoples in Canada are explored. Students examine traditiona... + Read More
Hours:
56.0
Code:
SSC1838
Course Name:
Introduction to Genealogy
Course Description:
Issues in Indigenous identity are explored through genealogy. Focus is placed on the discovery of students' ancestral roots by providing kno... + Read More
Hours:
42.0
Code:
GAS0019
Hours:
42.0
Code:
GAS0020
Hours:
42.0
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All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.
Not sure if you meet all of the requirements? Academic Upgrading may be able to help with that: https://www.algonquincollege.com/access/.
Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English.