Why Choose CNC?
Community and Belonging
With smaller class sizes as compared to university, you will receive one-on-one instruction and make meaningful connections with your peers.
Student Supports
Caring employees, who are passionate about student success, provide you with the support you need to thrive in your educational journey.
Affordable Tuition
In addition to lower-than-average tuition compared to other BC colleges, you'll benefit from an affordable cost of living in the Cariboo Region.
Quality Education
Choose from over 80 programs where experienced faculty not only know your name; they uphold a strong commitment to delivering a high-quality education.
Pathways for Success
A strong academic foundation from CNC will prepare you for successful transfer; whether you're continuing into your chosen program at CNC or transferring to a respected institution elsewhere in Canada.
Highlights
1 Million+
Job Openings
expected in BC in the next 10 years which will require a post-secondary education according to Work BC.
93%
Graduates Employed
within 6 months of graduating according to BC Student Outcomes.
90%
Graduates
said their program prepared them well for furthering their education.
Explore Our Campuses
Prince George
Prince George
Burns Lake
Burns Lake
Mackenzie
Mackenzie
Quesnel
Quesnel
Vanderhoof
Vanderhoof
How to Apply
Step 1 Browse Programs
At CNC, you’ll find programs and courses designed to help you build the skills, knowledge, and experience to reach your goals.
Step 2 Let us help you
Receive the support you need to plan your education and take the next step toward your goals.
Step 3 Apply to CNC
Once you have decided on what you would like to learn, complete your application.
Step 4 Plan for Life at CNC
Discover the services designed to support your student journey.
Connect with us
Our knowledgeable Future Student Advisors can help you find the right program and assist you through the application process.
Campus Tours
Come see for yourself by booking a campus tour. Here, you will have the chance to ask questions, check out classrooms and facilities, and discover the services that will be available to you as a valued CNC student.
Student for a Day
We believe in the importance of carefully selecting the right program for you. Student for a day allows you to try it out in advance! Sign up today so that you can know for sure that it’s the right fit.
What our Alumni Say
Many of the classes I’m taking have students going many different routes such as dental hygiene or associate of science. A small group of close friends that I have made in the program have been an amazing support throughout my time here.
Arianna Brigden 2025
Associate of Science Biology
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It’s been one of the most amazing experiences I’ve ever had, when I started the sonography program, there was no doubt in my mind that I was right where I was supposed to be.
Marissa Cordeiro 2022
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student
There aren’t many jobs where you can be outdoors 90 percent of your time and see different places. I’ve gotten to experience some absolutely beautiful places in B.C. that most people wouldn’t even consider going to because they are that remote, or just areas that aren’t on the general horizon of the public. I work with a helicopter quite a bit, and that’s awesome. You can’t beat that.
Luke Friesen 2021
Natural Resources and Forest Technology Graduate
I learned to embrace who I am and incorporate that into every ounce of my being. Whether it’s parenting, studying or working, I learned the importance of Indigenizing my process.
Carrie Darcey Davis
Indigenous CNC Alumni
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Featured Programs Explore Opportunities
Dual Credit
Dual Credit is a program that allows students who are nominated by a school representative and parent/guardian to take up to three CNC courses in their grade 12 year (one course per semester that overlaps in their senior year).
Earn elective credits toward high school graduation as well as first-year post-secondary credit towards a degree. Tuition is funded by the BC Ministry of Education and the student fees are waived. Students must pay for their textbooks and any additional course costs.
Career Technical Centre (CTC) Programs
Jumpstart your post-secondary education with the Career Technical Centre. The Career Technical Centre (CTC) program allows students to graduate from high school with their first year of technical training already completed.
Apply to CNC
Take the next step and enroll in a program at CNC.