To ensure a seat in any course offered by CNC, enroll a minimum of one week prior to the course start date. 

Aboriginal Cultural Competency

Increase your awareness and knowledge of Aboriginal people . Learn about the impacts facing First Nations today, understand the three basic social structures of Carrier people, explore questions of fiduciary rights and entitlements, socio-economic situations and models of governance (i.e. Keyoh vs. electoral governance) and recognize differences between traditional versus contemporary ways of being. 5 Hrs
FSJ :  Tues Feb 26, 2013
Fee: $50
Instructor: Sarah John

Air Brakes Endorsement
You’ll receive theory and practical training plus the Motor Vehicle Branch pre-trip inspection in this 20 hour course. To obtain an Air Brakes license endorsement, students must write the Motor Vehicle Branch Theory Exam. Students must supply their own Air Brakes manual. 20 Hrs
Call for details.

Building Service Worker 1
This course introduces the expanding field of the professional Building Service Worker. The terms janitor, custodian, housekeeper or building service worker all define a person performing commercial cleaning. This course is designed for beginners and those with experience who require the certificate. Includes manuals. 18 Hrs
Call for details.

Chamber Maid
Understand the importance of commercial cleaning. In this one day training you’ll cover all the basics of maintaining guest rooms efficiently and safely. 7 Hrs
Call for details.

Computer Training

Excel - Level 1
Excel is the spreadsheet soft-ware in the Microsoft Office Suite. In this course you’ll learn how to set up your Excel environment, learn how to use a workbook, format text, create simple formulas, work with cells, and templates.
6 Hrs
FSJ: Tue & Thu Feb 5 & 7, 2013
Fee: $125
Instructor: Nicole Forshner

Excel - Level 2
Take your Excel skills to the next level. In this course you will learn about functions, how to use the correct syntax to insert functions, how to use math and trigonometric, statistical, financial, logical date and time, text or information functions. You’ll also learn to draw different types of objects, insert and modify graphics, customize charts and much more. 6 Hrs
FSJ: Tue & Thu Mar 5 & 7, 2013
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Fee: $125
Instructor: Nicole Forshner

Word 2010 - Level 1
Create, edit and enhance business documents . You’ll learn how to create a basic word document, edit a a document, format text and paragraphs, insert tables, special characters and graphics. 6 Hrs
FSJ:  Tue & Thu Feb 26 & 28
6:30 - 9:30 pm
Fee: $125
Instructor: Nicole Forshner

Word 2012 - Level 2
Learn how to manage lists , customize tables and charts, customize the formatting of a document using styles and themes, modify pictures in a document , work with graphics, use the mail merge function and more. 6 Hrs
FSJ: Tue & Thu Apr 2 & 4, 2013
Fee: $125
Instructor: Nicole Forshner

Seniors looking for computer training —
Check out programs at the Learning Hub in Fort St. James.

Call your local campus for information on other computer software application courses.

Customer Service and Cashier Training
Learn financial transactions, handling cash, cash registers and customer relations. This course is ideal for students looking at entry-level employment opportunities in a retail business. 12 Hrs
FSJ: Thu & Fri Apr 18 & 19
Fee: $175

Foodsafe - Level 1
Planning an event with food? All food service establishments and non-profit organizations that sell food must have a minimum of one employee with Foodsafe certification on duty at all times. Certification issued upon successful completion. Students must provide their Personal Health Number at the time of registration. Text included in fee. 8 Hrs
FSJ: Wed, May 22, 2013
8:30am - 5:30pm
Instructor: Julie Ann Mortenson

Foodsafe - Level 2
Foodsafe - Level 2 is designed for food service owners, managers, kitchen managers, executive chefs and others who are responsible for food safety in food service establishments.  The course includes a short review of Foodsafe - Level 1 and includes modules on Managing for Food Safety and Writing a Food Safety Plan.  

Foot Care for Home Support Resident Care and Community Health Workers
This six hour course is designed for those individuals who are responsible for per-forming safe foot care in their work setting. Emphasis will be placed on increasing the awareness of safety with the skills and knowledge needed by these caregivers in order to promote e the best possible functioning for the feet of the aging resident and client. Students should bring a stool, if possible, to class. 6 Hrs
FSJ: Sat, Apr 27, 2013
9am - 4pm
Fee: $92
Instructor: Sandra Domenis

Forklift Certification - For the New Operator
Under the direction of a certified trainer, successful completion of this course will have you certified on the operation of a forklift. This two-day course includes both theory and hands-on operation for the new operator. 12 Hrs

Forklift Recertification
Re-certify on the operation of forklifts. This one-day course includes both theory and hands on operation. 6 Hrs
Please call your local campus and put your name on an interest list for Forklift Training.

Logbook Refresher Training
Whether you are an owner operator or an employer, this is a valuable seminar to re-fresh the procedures and documentation required by law to complete your daily log book. Delivered in partnership with the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and Commercial Vehicle Safety & Enforcement. 3 Hrs
Please call to put your name on an interest list for the Log Book Refresher course.

Management Skills for Supervisors
This 3-course certificate program can be taken together or as independent professional development courses. Please call your local CNC campus for details.

Minute Taking
Effective meetings require effective minute-takers. This five hour workshop will enable participants to understand their role as a minute taker and the best techniques for producing minutes that include all the essential information. Develop key minute-taking skills, including listening skills, critical thinking, and organization. Write minutes that are suitable for formal meetings, semi-formal meetings, and action minutes.
Call the Fort St. James Campus for details.

Trades Math 041
Are you pursuing a career in trades or a trades-related field? Trades Math is a math prerequisite for either entry-level programs or apprentice-ships. This competency based course emphasizes basic math skills and practical applications in trades. Topics include: whole number operations, decimals, fractions, measurement systems and instruments, geometry of plane and solid figures, Pythagorean theorem, ratio, proportion, percentage, geometric constructions with circles, triangles, and lines plus trades-related problems for all topics. 90 Hrs
Contact your local campus for more information .

Traffic Control Training
This 2-day training session is WorkSafeBC approved and designed to qualify those who work as high risk Traffic Control Persons (TCPs) throughout the province of BC. After successfully completing their training, participants will be familiar with:

• Roles and responsibilities
• Regulations and standards
• Equipment
• Setting up the Work site
• Basic and advanced traffic control skills.

14 Hrs
FSJ: Sat & Sun Apr 20 & 21, 2013
8:30 - 4:30 pm
Fee: $315
Instructor: Strictly Flagging

FREE Train-The-Tutor Training
Become a volunteer tutor! This one day workshop will help you gain satisfaction from teaching literacy skills or English as a Second Language to community members. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer tutor, or wanting to upgrade their tutoring skills, is encouraged to attend.
To find out more about this opportunity please call Alex or Kathie at the Hub in FSJ at 250-996-7078.

WETT Training (Wood Energy Technology Transfer)
Train to become a certified wood burning stove inspector. The WETT system consists of several courses recognizing the various types of work done by wood energy professionals. Certification is achieved by completing course to earn educational credits and submitting a declaration of experience within the industry.
Call the Fort St. James campus for details.

WorldHost
Improve your business by improving your customer service! This internationally recognized training program covers the fundamentals of customer service, from first impressions to handling complaints. Your customers and clients will not only return, they’ll tell others about the quality of service they’ve received. Fee includes text. Participants will receive a certificate and pin from Tour-ism BC. 7 Hrs
FSJ: Sat, May 11, 2013
9am - 5pm
Fee: $79
Instructor: Mindy Thompson