10 Interesting Facts about Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
- NVIT is a public Aboriginal-owned and controlled post-secondary institution located in Merritt, British Columbia, Canada.
- The college was founded in 1983 and offers a range of programs and courses in areas such as business, health, social services, trades and technology, and university studies.
- NVIT has a unique mandate to provide education and training that is grounded in Indigenous knowledge, values, and cultures, and to serve the educational needs of Indigenous peoples in British Columbia and beyond.
- The college offers a range of programs and courses that are specifically designed to support Indigenous learners, including the Indigenous Cultural Foundations program, which provides a strong grounding in Indigenous history, culture, and ways of knowing.
- NVIT is accredited by the British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education and is a member of the British Columbia Council for International Education.
- The college has a small and supportive learning environment, with a low student-to-faculty ratio and personalized attention from instructors.
- NVIT has strong partnerships with industry and other educational institutions, providing students with opportunities to gain practical experience and build networks.
- The college offers flexible learning options, including full-time, part-time, and online courses, as well as short-term and continuing education programs.
- NVIT has a strong commitment to community engagement and works closely with local communities and organizations to support economic development and social well-being in the region.
- The college has a vibrant campus life, with a range of clubs, events, and activities that reflect Indigenous cultures and traditions, and provide opportunities for students to connect and engage with each other and with the wider community.
Tuition & Fee
ACADEMIC & CAREER/TECHNICAL PROGRAMS
| Program Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 1st & 2nd Year Level Programs | $92.78/credit |
| 3rd & 4th Year Level Programs | $134.21/credit |
| Access to Practical Nursing & Practical Nursing Programs | $95.91/credit |
TRADES PROGRAMS
| Program Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Electrician Pre-Apprenticeship Program | $2,912.97 |
| Plumbing & Piping Trades Program | $2,970.16 |
| Residential Construction Foundations Certificate Program | $3,494.31 |
| Construction Craft Worker Certificate Program Level 1 & 2 | $560.56/level |
| Heavy Equipment Operator Foundations Program | $14,932.90 |
| Heavy Equipment Operator-Excavators Training Program | $11,285.84 |
| Culinary Arts Program | $2,706.08 |
| Welder Foundation Certificate Program | $2,971.38 |
| Automotive Service Technician Foundation Program | $3,570.00 |
All Programs
ACADEMIC/CAREER PREPARATION
College Readiness
Employment Skills Access
CAREER TRAINING (HEALTH)
Health Care Assistant
Access to Practical Nursing Diploma
Foundational Skills in Counselling Certificate
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK
Bachelor of Social Work
CAREER TRAINING (HUMAN SERVICES)
Aboriginal Community & Health Development Certificate
Aboriginal Community & Health Development Diploma
Indigenous Holistic Wellness and Addictions Certificate
Indigenous Holistic Wellness and Addictions Diploma
Indigenous Holistic Wellness and Addictions Advanced Diploma
Indigenous Human Services Certificate
Indigenous Human Services Diploma
BUSINESS
Aboriginal Community Economic Development Certificate
Aboriginal Community Economic Development Diploma
Aboriginal Governance & Leadership Certificate
Aboriginal Governance & Leadership Diploma
Administrative Studies Certificate
Administrative Studies Diploma
First Nations Public Administration Certificate
First Nations Public Administration Diploma
Foundations in Innovation Technology Certificate
Medical Office Assistant Certificate
Office Administration Certificate
Executive Assistant Diploma
Tourism Management Certificate
CAREER TRAINING (JUSTICE STUDIES)
Aboriginal Leadership in the Justice System Certificate
Aboriginal Leadership in the Justice System Diploma
Community and Public Safety Professional Certificate
Community and Public Safety Professional Diploma
CAREER TRAINING (ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES)
Environmental Resources Technology Certificate
Environmental Resources Technology Diploma
Renewable Energies Technology Diploma
CAREER TRAINING (TRADES)
Automotive Service Technician Foundation
Bridging to Trades
Carpentry Level 1
Carpentry Level 2
Construction Craft Worker
Culinary Arts Professional Cook Level 1
Culinary Arts Professional Cook Level 2
Electrician Pre-Apprenticeship
Heavy Equipment Operator
Plumbing & Piping Trades Certificate
Residential Construction Foundations Program
Residential Construction Level 3
Welder Foundation
Youth Explore Trades Sampler
UNIVERSITY TRANSFER
Associate of Arts Degree- Criminology
Associate of Arts Degree- First Nations Studies
Associate of Arts Degree- General Arts
CAREER TRAINING (EDUCATION)
Building Indigenous Theory Micro-Credential
First Nations Speech & Language Assistant Certificate
Indigenous Adult Instructor Diploma
Indigenous Early Childhood Education Certificate
Aboriginal Early Childhood Education Diploma
INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE FLUENCY
Nadut’en Language Fluency Certificate
Nadut’en Language Fluency Diploma
Niwhkinic Language Fluency Certificate
Niwhkinic Language Fluency Diploma
Nle?kepmx Language Fluency Certificate Program
Nle?kepmx Language Fluency Diploma Program
Nsyilxcen Language Fluency Certificate
Nsyilxcen Language Fluency Diploma
Secwépemc Language Fluency Certificate
Secwépemc Language Fluency Diploma
St’át’imcets Language Fluency Certificate
St’át’imcets Language Fluency Diploma
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