North Island College

10 Interesting Facts about North Island College

1. North Island College (NIC) is a public community college located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada.
2. The college was established in 1975 and currently serves over 7,000 students annually across four campuses in the communities of Campbell River, Courtenay, Port Alberni, and Port Hardy.
3. NIC offers a wide range of programs and courses, including academic, vocational, and technical programs, as well as adult basic education and continuing education courses.
4. The college’s areas of study include business, health and human services, trades and technology, creative industries, tourism and hospitality, and university studies.
5. NIC has strong partnerships with industry and community organizations, providing students with opportunities for practical experience and job placement.
6. The college has a diverse student population, with a large number of Indigenous students and international students from over 30 countries.
7. NIC has a strong commitment to sustainability and is actively engaged in reducing its environmental impact through initiatives such as energy conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable transportation.
8. The college has a vibrant campus life, with a range of clubs, events, and activities that provide opportunities for students to connect with each other and with the wider community.
9. NIC offers a variety of flexible learning options, including online and blended learning, part-time and full-time programs, and customized training for businesses and organizations.
10. NIC is accredited by the British Columbia Ministry of Advanced Education and is a member of the British Columbia Council for International Education.
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Tuition & Fee

Duration of Study	1 year (2 academic semesters, total of 10 academic courses)
Tuition (based on 10 courses)	$14,045.40
Mandatory Fees	$1245.32
Medical Insurance	$450.00
Books and Supplies	$2,000.00
Total	$17,740.72

Tuition and and expenses	Cost ($)
Application feeNon-refundable	$100
14-week (1 term) Full Time TuitionThis fee applies to most courses in University Arts and Sciences, Digital Design and Development, Business, Tourism and Fine Arts programs(International Bylaw #6)	$4213.62 (3 courses = 9 credits)$5618.16 (4 courses = 12 credits)$7022.70 (5 courses = 15 credits)(Above tuition is calculated based on $468.18/credit)
14-week x 2 (2 terms) Full Time TuitionThis fee applies to most courses in University Arts and Sciences, Digital Design and Development, Business, Tourism and Fine Arts programs(International Bylaw #6)	$8,427.24 (3 courses or 9 credits per term = 6 courses or 18 credits total)$11,236.32 (4 courses or 12 credits per term = 8 courses or 24 credits total)$14,045.40 (5 courses or 15 credits per term = 10 courses or 30 credits total)(Above tuition is calculated based on $468.18/credit)
14-week (1 term) Full Time Course Fees for other programs(International Bylaw #6)	Please refer to the specific program page
Other Mandatory Fees	International Service Fees: $30.60/credit for credit-based tuition $102.00/month for program-based tuition $102.00/month for program-based tuitionLearner Resource Fees: $5.50/credit for credit-based tuition $18.36/month for program-based tuitionNISU fees: $4.99/credit for credit-based tuition $16.77/month for program-based tuitionLab fee: Refer to Domestic Tuition and Fee Bylaw #4Greenshield Extended Health and Dental: $275.00/yearGuard.Me (mandatory temporary medical insurance): $175.50

ost Per Month	Living alone*	Living with a roommate*
Shelter (Rent, and utilities)	$1,323	$922
Food	$296	$296
Miscellaneous	$362	$362
Local transportation	$114	$114
Total	$1,981	$1,694

All Programs

Science and Management

Humanities

Associate of Arts Degree
Associate of Arts Degree – pre-Social Work
English
Modern Languages

Social Sciences

Criminology Diploma

Math and Science

Associate of Science Degree
Engineering Foundations Certificate
Island Pre-Health Science Advanced Diploma

University Dual Admission & Pathway Agreements

University Studies
University of Victoria – Dual Admission
University of Victoria – Guaranteed Admission
Vancouver Island University – Dual Admission
High School – Dual Credit

Business

Business Administration Certificate
Business Administration Diploma
Bachelor of Business Administration – Accounting
Bachelor of Business Administration – Management
Bachelor of Business Administration – Marketing
Business Administration Post Degree Diploma
Business Administration Post Graduate Diploma – Global Business Management
Business Administration Post Graduate Diploma – Accounting

Office Administration

Office Assistant 1 Certificate
Administrative Assistant Certificate
Computing Accounting Assistant Certificate
Office Management Certificate
Legal Office Assistant Certificate
Medical Office Assistant Certificate
Medical Terminology Skills for Office Administration Micro-credential

Tourism & Hospitality Management

Tourism & Hospitality Management Certificate
Tourism & Hospitality Management Diploma-Adventure Guiding Option
Tourism & Hospitality Management Diploma-Hospitality Management Option
Tourism & Hospitality Management Diploma-Tourism Management Option
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced Certificate
Global Tourism & Hospitality Management Advanced Diploma

Adventure Guiding

Adventure Guiding Certificate
Tourism & Hospitality Management Diploma – Adventure Guiding Option

Fine Arts

Fine Arts Diploma

DIGITAL Design & Development

DIGITAL Content Production Micro-credential
Android Application Development Certificate
Web Design Fundamentals Certificate
Communication Design Diploma
Web and Mobile Application Development Diploma
Advanced DIGITAL Design and Development Diploma
DIGITAL Design + Development Post-Graduate Certificate
DIGITAL Design + Development Post-Graduate Diploma
Computer Information Systems Certificate

Health & Human Services

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree

Practical Nursing

Practical Nursing Diploma
Access to Practical Nursing Pathway

Health Care Assistant

Health Care Assistant Certificate

Early Childhood & Education
Early Childhood Care & Education Certificate
Early Childhood Care & Education Diploma
Early Childhood Care and Education – Infants and Toddlers

Human Services

Human Services – Educational Assistant/Community Support Certificate
Human Services – Educational Assistant/Community Support, Indigenous Focus Certificate
Social Service Diploma
Human Services Diploma

Community Mental Health Worker

Community Mental Health Worker Certificate

Indigenous Studies

Indigenous Education
Aboriginal Leadership Certificate
Awi’nakola
Indigenous Language Fluency Certificate
Indigenous Languages

Trades, Apprenticeship & Technical

Culinary Arts

Prep Cook Certificate
Professional Cook 1 (Institutional Entry)
Professional Cook 2 (Institutional Entry)
Professional Cook 3
Culinary Business Operations Certificate
Culinary Business Operations Diploma

Resource Trades

Aquaculture Technician Certificate
Aquaculture Technician Diploma
Coastal Forest Worker Certificate
Coastal Forest Technology Diploma
Hatchery Operations Certificate
Mineral Exploration Field Assistant Micro-credential
Principles of Ecosystem Stewardship Micro-credential
Resource Field Assistant Micro-credential
Shellfish Aquaculture Technician Certificate
Underground Mining Essentials Certificate

Motion Picture Training

Motion Picture Craft Services Micro-credential
Motion Picture Greensperson Micro-credential
Motion Picture Grip Micro-credential
Motion Picture Lighting Micro-credential
Motion Picture Production Accounting Clerk Micro-credential
Motion Picture Production Assistant Micro-credential
Motion Picture Set Construction Micro-credential
Motion Picture Set Dresser Micro-credential

Trades and Technical

Aircraft Structures Technician (AME-S)
Automotive Collision and Refinishing Technician Foundation Harmonized
Automotive Service Technician Foundation Harmonized Certificate
Carpentry Foundation Harmonized Certificate
Electrician Foundation Harmonized Certificate
Fabricator-Welder Micro-credential Combination
Fabricator-Welder Foundation Harmonized
Fundamentals of GIS Mapping and Drone Operations Micro-credential
Furniture Design and Joinery Certificate
Heavy Mechanical Plus Micro-credential
Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Certificate
Instrumentation and Electrical Automation Technician Diploma
Motor Sport and Power Equipment Technician Foundation Certificate
Parts and Warehousing Person Foundation Certificate
Plumbing and Piping Trades Foundation Harmonized Certificate
Welder Foundation Harmonized Certificate
Welder Foundation Harmonized Enhanced

Apprenticeship

Automotive Refinishing Technician Apprenticeship Harmonized
Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship Harmonized
Cabinetmaker (Joiner) Apprenticeship
Carpentry Apprenticeship Harmonized
Construction Craft Worker Apprenticeship
Electrician Apprenticeship Harmonized
Heavy Duty Apprenticeship Training
Landscape Horticulture Apprenticeship Training
Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship Harmonized
Plumber Apprenticeship Harmonized
Welder Apprenticeship Harmonized
Welding Levels B & A

Pre-Employment/Professional Development

Trades Sampler Plus Micro-credential
Women in Construction Trades