General Arts and Science - One-Year - Aboriginal Studies

Explore culture, examine Indigenous content studies and define your career path.
  • Program designed in collaboration with Indigenous communities
  • Students provided with a comfortable space on campus to relax, study, and meet up with other students at the Mamidosewin Centre, the college's Indigenous student centre
  • Presenters and speakers from a variety of Indigenous backgrounds and communities are invited to join us in the classroom to enhance your learning experience

Program Availability and Schedule

Availability

Open

Closed

Waitlisted

Start Term

Availability

International
Availability

Competitive?

Fall 2024

No

Schedule

Fall 2024
Level 01
Winter 2025
Level 02

Program Summary

Credential

Ontario College Certificate (1 Year)

Program Delivery

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Program Code

1438A01FWO

Area of Interest

Community and Social Services

School

Academic Access Centre

Campus

Ottawa

Graduates from the General Arts and Science - Aboriginal Studies Ontario College Certificate program develop a better understanding and appreciation of Indigenous Peoples and the issues faced by First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples.

Within this one-year program, explore culture and heritage and examine Indigenous content studies in:...(read more)

Overview

Explore culture, examine Indigenous content studies and define your career path.

Graduates from the General Arts and Science - Aboriginal Studies Ontario College Certificate program develop a better understanding and appreciation of Indigenous Peoples and the issues faced by First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples.

Within this one-year program, explore culture and heritage and examine Indigenous content studies in:

  • contemporary issues
  • languages
  • community development strategies
  • career planning
  • government
  • law
  • culture and heritage

You also learn general skills in communications and computer applications.

The first-year program helps you to expand your knowledge and choose your career path. You receive an Ontario College Certificate in General Arts and Science with a concentration in Aboriginal Studies. You can enter the workforce and show that you have developed essential employment skills and a general understanding in a wide variety of topics. Completion of this Certificate confirms to potential employers that you have the ability to learn at a post-secondary level.

Upon completion of the one-year Certificate, you have the option to continue your education in Year II of the General Arts and Science Ontario College Diploma program.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well suited for students who:

  • Want to make a difference in their community.
  • Enjoy working with others.
  • Have good communication skills.
  • Want a better understanding of Indigenous issues and culture.

Courses

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.
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Careers & Pathways

Careers

This program is designed to assist students to further their education and/or select a career. Students entering the workforce can provide potential employers with well developed learning abilities, a general knowledge gained in a wide variety of subjects, and a sense of personal and social
responsibility.

General Arts and Science Ontario College Certificate with concentration in Aboriginal Studies demonstrates to employers, colleges and universities that graduates have the ability to learn at a postsecondary level, have enhanced skills in oral and written communication, an ability to conduct research in a systematic manner, and an approach which is flexible and open to meeting new challenges. These are important qualifications in a world where change is rapid and adaptability is an asset.

Pathways

Please use our Pathways tool to search for pathway options.

Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Develop, through general knowledge gained in a wide range of
subjects, insight into both self and society.

2. Develop flexibility and clarity of both thought and expression in order to develop communications competence to a level required by business
and industry.

3. Understand and utilize critical thinking processes and problem-solving techniques.

4. Examine and evaluate various aspects of our changing society to assist in developing a sense of personal and social responsibility as a citizen
in society.

5. Employ basic vocational skills drawn from the areas of the Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences of Vocational Studies (Business,
Technology).

Tuition & Fees

Get an idea of how much each semester will cost with our Tuition and Fee Estimator.

2023/2024 Academic Year

Tuition and related ancillary fees for this program can be viewed by using the Tuition and Fees Estimator tool at www.algonquincollege.com/fee-estimator
Further information on fees can be found by visiting the Registrar`s Office website at www.algonquincollege.com/ro

Fees are subject to change.

Additional program related expenses include:

Books and supplies cost approximately $700.00 per year and can be purchased at the campus store. Some textbooks include a software package which is mandatory as it includes evaluation components for the program.

Admissions Requirements

All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.

College Eligibility

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or Mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR
  • Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
  • General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
  • Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program). Eligibility may be determined by academic achievement testing for which a fee of $50 (subject to change) will be charged.

Program Eligibility

  • English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent)
  • Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject-specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
  • IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 110, minimum of 110 in Literacy and no score below 95.

Not sure if you meet all of the requirements? Academic Upgrading may be able to help with that: https://www.algonquincollege.com/access/.

Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English.

Application Information

GENERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE - ONE-YEAR - ABORIGINAL Program Code 1438A01FWO Applications to full-time day programs must be submitted with official transcripts showing completion of the academic admission requirements through:

ontariocolleges.ca
60 Corporate Court
Guelph, Ontario
N1G 5J3
1-888-892-2228

Students currently enrolled in an Ontario secondary school should notify their Guidance Office prior to their online application at www.ontariocolleges.ca
Applications for Fall Term and Winter Term admission received by February 1st will be given equal consideration. Applications received after February 1st will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis as long as places are available.

International applicants please visit this link for application process information: https://algonquincollege.force.com/myACint/

For further information on the admissions process, contact:

Registrar`s Office
Algonquin College
1385 Woodroffe Ave
Ottawa, ON K2G 1V8
Telephone: 613-727-0002
Toll-free: 1-800-565-4723
TTY: 613-727-7766
Fax: 613-727-7632
Contact: https://www.algonquincollege.com/ro

Additional Information

Program Resources

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) RequirementsArchived Program Information Academic CalendarVirtual TourProgram Overview PDF
INDIGENOUS SUPPORT SERVICES AND RESOURCES

In addition to the career, academic and personal advising provided by program faculty, the following services and resources are available:

The Mamidosewin Centre - an on-campus facility offering a warm, supportive and welcoming environment for Aboriginal students. Services include the
opportunity for traditional healing, meeting Elders, social gatherings and educational workshops.

Odawa Native Friendship Centre - based in the community, this Centre provides a variety of services including childcare, employment referral and
counselling, male and female healing circles and youth programming offering services in educational support, recreational and social and cultural
activities. Tel: 613-722-3811.

Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health - offers a wide range of traditional and western health programs to the National Capital community. Wabano promotes holistic health for physical, mental, spiritual and emotional wellbeing through culturally sensitive health programs and services, such as physicians, walk-in clinics, dental services, crisis counselling, housing support
service, cultural services, Elder referrals, family services, diabetes education and anonymous HIV testing. Tel: 613-748-5999.

Tewegan Transition House, a 12-bed community-based transitional home for young Aboriginal women, ages 16 to 29. Tewegan provides a safe, culture-based environment with visiting Elders/Grandmothers on a regular basis. Services include confidential and supportive counselling, information, advocacy and referrals to assist young women in their transition to the Ottawa
community. Onsite programs and services include Medicine Wheel Teachings, life skills, budgeting, personal development, career enhancement, home management skills, advocacy, traditional empowerment and nutritional information. Tel: 613-233-0672.

FIELD TRIPS

The program provides opportunities for field trips that allow students to take advantage of some of the resources in the National Capital Region, such as visits to the National Archives of Canada, the Museum of Civilization, and the National Gallery. During the orientation portion of the program in the second week of classes, students are required to attend an overnight camping
experience. The purpose of this experiential learning opportunity is to begin to build relationships among the students, to re-connect to the land, and to take part in culturally appropriate teachings, activities and ceremonies. Students will be housed in cabins with bunk beds, and so will only be required to bring bedding, a towel, extra clothing and personal items. Food and transportation are provided.

Contact

Marina Westbrook

Program Coordinator

westbrm@algonquincollege.com

613-727-4723, ext. 5397

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