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University/College Credit Courses

 

Check the transferability of the following courses to other institutions on the CNC Transfer Credits page.

 

Online Courses offered through Lakes District Campus in 2011/12

 

Note: Up to three of the courses in the FASD Advanced Diploma may be taken before registering in the program. 

 

ENG 195: Effective Communications I

This course introduces students to the principles and practices of written and oral communications as applied in current business and career

contexts. This course aims to help students develop an ability to write clearly and speak effectively. Instruction will emphasize grammar, style,

and presentation as important elements applied to a variety of writing and speaking situations: e-mail, web analysis and summaries, memos, letters, proposals, resumes, interviews, and instructional and persuasive talks.

3 credits

Tuition: $573.75 plus texts*

Start Date: Call 250-692-1700

Instructors: TBA

FASD 260 Overview of FASD                                         UT

Develop a critical FASD context. This course provides an academic and comprehensive overview by exploring the unique complexities of FASD. The impacts of this disorder on social, criminal, educational, financial, and health care systems are considered.

Online 3 Cr

Tuition: $530.40 plus texts*

Start Dates: January 4, March 7

Instructors: Aimee Ancheta, Barb Durban, Gera Benoit, Linda Schmidt, and others.

FASD 300 FASD Support Strategies                           UT

Understanding the complexities behind effective support strategies is crucial to working with individuals and families impacted by FASD. This course focuses on developing effective individualized and service based supports. Study with Barb and learn from over 10 years of first hand experience. Prerequisite: FASD 260 or permission of instructor.

Online 3 Cr

Tuition: $530.40 plus texts*

Start Date: Call 250-692-1700

Instructor: Barb Durban

 

FASD 301: Fundamentals and Professional Implications     UT

Pending Education Council approval

This course is designed to provide a solid understanding of the unique complexities of FASD for students in the social service, education, justice

and health related disciplines. This knowledge will add depth to their understanding of individuals/families and communities who access

services in their chosen field. The prevalence and impact of FASD make this disorder an important area of study for those in the human service

professions. Students will explore effective strategies for prevention and intervention at the family, community and professional levels. Their

gained knowledge can be integrated into their practice once in the field.

3 credits

Tuition: $530.40 plus texts*

Start Date: TBA

Instructor: TBA

FASD 305 FASD Brain and Behaviour                         UT

Integrate knowledge of basic human brain structure and function with information about the effects of alcohol on the developing brain in order to formulate an in-depth understanding of the impact of prenatal alcohol exposure on the brain and on behaviour. Prerequisite: FASD 260 or permission of instructor.

Online 3 Cr

Tuition: $530.40 plus texts*

Start Date: Call 250-692-1700

Instructor: Andrea Scarth

FASD 315 Special Topics in FASD                             UT

Explore the unique considerations of policy and ethics within the various systems impacted by FASD. A broad range of FASD related topics will be covered including brain and addiction research, clinical practice, service delivery models and social policy.

Online 3 Cr

Tuition: $530.40 plus texts*

Start Date: January 18, 2012

Instructor: Barb Durban

FASD 330 Addictions                                                     UT

Gain an understanding of substance misuse, abuse and compulsive addictive behaviour. Broaden your perspective of addiction issues and further strengthen your ability to work with diverse populations. A significant portion of this course consists of a project which will be targeted to FASD.

Online 3 Cr

Tuition: $530.40 plus texts*

Start Date: January 18, 2012

Instructor: TBA

OASW 100: Ethical, Legal and Safety Issues for Working with

Marginalized Families

Explore personal values and professional ethics and obligations within the context of outreach, advocacy and support work. Students will use

case studies to explore the complex ethical issues inherent in working with marginalized people who may have FASD. The laws and policies

relevant to human service work in BC will be examined. Students will also develop a comprehensive safety plan to address the safety hazards

that are unique to offsite outreach work.

3 credits

Tuition: $382.50 plus texts*

Start Date: Call 250-692-1700

Instructor: TBA

OASW 101: Fundamentals of Outreach, Advocacy and Support

Gain the knowledge necessary to effectively provide outreach and support services to marginalized families and youth, including individuals who may have FASD. Students will examine outreach and advocacy theories and alcohol use. Students will also learn how to apply a strength-based approach in providing support. Advocacy, client record keeping, objective observation, and case management will also be key topic areas.

3 credits

Start Date: Call 250-692-1700

Tuition: $446.25 plus texts*

Instructor: TBA

OASW 102 Culturally Appropriate Practices for Working with Aboriginal Families 

Explore what constitutes effective prevention and intervention strategies from an Aboriginal community perspective. The impact of historical and sociopolitical issues on practice in Aboriginal communities will be examined, as will local Aboriginal history and cultural practices. Students will learn to apply the principles of Respect, Belonging, Love, Honouring, Humility, Courage, Wisdom, Generosity and Celebration to working with at risk clients.

Online 3 Cr

Tuition: $382.50 plus texts*

Start Date: January 4, 2012

Instructor: Cilla Crouse

 

SSWK 142: Helping Skills: Practical Applications

This course assists students in developing and refining their basic helping skills. Extensive use of video, role play and real experiences

provides opportunities for the acquisition and practice of helping skills. This course requires that students participate in a weekly three-hour

laboratory session for the purpose of learning and practicing their helping skills. (Prerequisite: SSWK 145)

3 credits

Tuition: $573.75 plus texts*

Start Date: Call 250-692-1700

Instructor: TBA

SSWK 145: Communication and Interpersonal Relationship

Skills

Course material provides an overview of communication theories as well as a practical basis for learning interpersonal skills. This includes

discussions of how self-concept, perceptual process, language and nonverbal behaviour influence communication. This course provides

opportunities to increase self-awareness and to improve and develop effective interpersonal communication skills. This course will also

provide the student with the opportunity to develop confidence in public speaking.

3 credits

Tuition: $382.50 plus texts*

Start Date: Call 250-692-1700

Instructor: TBA

 

TRTC 150 Introduction to Substitute Teaching

Do you feel like you need a "survival guide" for the classroom? This course provides the fundamentals that every non-certified substitute teacher should have. It is a pre-requisite for all other courses in the TRTC program.

Online 3 Cr

Tuition: $382.50 plus texts*

Start Date: Call 250-692-1700

Instructor: TBA

 

 

 *Note: Credit courses are subject to the following fees:

Application             $15.00

Registration           $15.00

Technology               $5.20

The application fee will be waived if you take a credit course offered through CNC as an elective for a current full-time CNC program.

 

 

Additional UT online courses are available through CNC. Click here for more information on these courses.

ABST 110 Metis Studies

ABST 111 Metis Studies II

ENG 219 Contemporary First Nations Authors

SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology I

ENG 220 Childrens Literature - First Nations

 

 

For more information, call  250-692-1700 (toll-free 1-866-692-1943) or fill in the online Program Interest Form.

 

Updated Juy 5, 2011

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