Program Guide
2012 | 2013
Parkland College
Toll Free: 1.866.783.6766
Canora . Esterhazy . Fort Qu’Appelle . Melville . Yorkton
Bachelor Degrees
- Social Work, U of R
- Northern Studies, U of S
- Police Studies, U of R
- Sociology, U of S
Master’s Degrees
- Education Admin., U of S
Coming Soon:
- Master of Nursing
- Master of Social Work
University
Take one class | Take one year | Take a degree
Did you know you can take the first year of your undergraduate degree as a University of Regina or University of Saskatchewan student in Yorkton? Complete the rest of your degree in Regina or Saskatoon or stay here and finish a number of degrees.
Choose from 130 different university level classes from the University of Regina, the University of Saskatchewan and SIAST.
We offer a variety of face-to-face classes that can be combined with online and televised classes while working toward completing your degree.
First Year University Options at Parkland College
- Agriculture
- Agribusiness
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- Business Admin
- Chemistry
- Dentistry
- Economics
- Education
- English
- Environ. Science
- Film Studies
- History
- Human Justice
- Geography
- Journalism*
- Kinesiology
- Law*
- Medicine*
- Microbiology
- Nursing*
- Nutrition*
- Pharmacy*
- Police Studies
- Psychology
- Social Work*
- Veterinary Med*
- Plus Much More!
*These classes are not direct entry; some university credit must be obtained before admission to these degree programs. First year prerequisites for these degrees are available at Parkland College.
- 94% of Parkland College students complete their university classes.
- We have dedicated instructors with a passion for teaching.
- We know your name not just your student number!
Over $110,000 Available in Scholarship Opportunities!
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Business
Business Certificate – SIAST
Learn fundamental business knowledge in marketing, human re- sources, accounting, financial man- agement and communication. Careers: Management trainee, Finance, Accounting, Administration.
Location: Yorkton
Dates: Aug 27, 2012 – May 11, 2013
Tuition: $3160
Materials: $1500
Location: Fort Qu’Appelle,
Dates: Aug 20, 2012 – June 22, 2013
Tuition: $4160
Materials: $1500
Office Education – SIAST
Practical, hands-on training to prepare you for the demands and rewards of functioning in the modern office. De- velop and refine your organizational, interpersonal and technical skills. Careers: Admin Assistant, Support staff, Receptionist
Locations: Yorkton (Full-time) or Canora (Part-time)
Tuition: $3717 Materials: $1500
Business – Accountancy – SIAST
Prepare for an accounting career with exciting opportunities. Polish your strategic thinking, communication and management skills; gain account- ing experience in the business world through the co-op program.
Careers: Accountant, Tax Special- ist, Audit technician, Bookkeeper and more.
Location: Yorkton, Dates: Aug 27/12 – Dec 14/12
Tuition: approx. $400 per class
Materials: $ priced per class
Business – Human Resources – SIAST
The need for well-trained human resource professionals is high. This program arms you with relevant, cur- rent and in-demand skills and prepares you for a career in the growing area of Human Resources. A combination of face-to-face and distance delivery education.
Classes available: Sept 2012 to June 2013
Professional Leadership – University of Regina
The Professional Leadership Certifi- cate will assist you in developing the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to be a successful, effective leader. You will be exposed to both theory and practice that will help you look at ways of bringing your skills to life in your workplace. Develop your leader- ship capacity with like-minded people in group discussions and participate in valuable networking opportunities.
Location: Yorkton, Monthly
Length: 2 day seminars Cost: $450/seminar
Project Management – University of Regina
The Project Management Certificate provides individuals with the knowl- edge, skills, tools and techniques to plan and execute projects on time and on budget. By applying sound project management principles, many organizations across a broad range of industries and professions base their success on the timely and efficient completion of projects.
Location: Yorkton, On-going Length: 2 day seminars
Cost: $450/seminar
“It’s so close to home and the students and staff are like a second family… The scholarship money I received made it worth staying within the community.”
Robin Somogyi
Business Accountancy
“It’s just the right size for me… It’s just a great College to be a part of!”
Richelle Lerat
Office Education
“At Parkland College everybody knows me by name”
Angela Robertson
Business Certificate
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Health & Human Services
Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) – SIAST
Learn the fundamentals required to work in care homes, home care and community health centers. Full-time and part-time courses are available. The program consists of theory courses, lab skills, and practicum place- ments in special care facilities and home care.
Location: Yorkton (Full-time and Part-time), Canora & Kelvington (Part-time)
Dates: Sept 4/2012 – May 10/2013
Practical Nursing – SIAST
Graduates of this program are eligible to become Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). Parkland College has been delivering this program in Yorkton for over 10 years. The next program is scheduled to begin in February of 2013. Applications will be accepted until March 16, 2012.
Location: Yorkton
Dates: Feb 2013 – Nov 2014
Primary Care Paramedic – SIAST
Get prepared to work in the field of pre-hospital emergency care. Learn to perform physical assessments of various body systems, recognize and manage medical and trauma injuries, common cardiac and respiratory emergencies.
Location: Melville
Dates: Nov 2012 – Mar 2013
Early Childhood Education Orientation (ECE 1001) – SIAST
The Early Childhood Education Orientation is a course for early learning and child care profession- als. This course meets the minimum training requirement ECE 1 classification as outlined by the Ministry of Education.
Location: Yorkton (Part-time)
Schedule: Evenings & Saturdays
Early Childhood Education Certificate – SIAST
Broaden your understanding of children’s physical, social, cognitive, creative and emotional development. You will also develop an understanding of the importance of play as a vehicle for learning. This program meets the license requirement ECE II classification of the Ministry of Education.
Location: Yorkton (Part-time)
Schedule: Evenings & Saturdays.
Early Childhood Education Diploma – SIAST
This course builds on the knowledge, attitudes and skills developed in the Early Childhood Education Certificate program. You will further enhance your knowledge and skills by studying expanded theory. This program meets the license requirement ECE lll classifi- cation of the Ministry of Education.
Location: Yorkton (Part-time)
Schedule: Evenings & Saturdays
Medical Terminology
This part-time course introduction to the structure and function of medical language and the medi- cal terms relating to body systems. Class held Tuesday evenings and a few Saturdays.
Location: Yorkton
Dates: Mar 6, 2012 – May 1, 2012
Length: 36 hours
Alarm Technician
This course is ideal for all alarm installers currently active in the industry. The Alarm Technician Level One course provides an overview of the industry with a focus on reducing false alarms, providing a minimum standard for installation, improving efficiency and quality through knowledge and standard practices.
Location: Yorkton Dates: TBA
Length: 2 days
STEC Service Best
Saskatchewan Tourism Education Council Training Centre (STEC) Service Best Customer Service training seminars offer businesses practical ways to profit from superior customer service.
Location: Yorkton Dates: TBA
Length: 1 Day
Signed English
Learn the basics of finger spelling and sign language for communica- tion with hearing impaired individuals.
Location: Yorkton
Dates: TBA
Length: 12 classes (24 hours in total)
*Tuition costs are estimates based on projected SIAST rates and subject to change up to 3 months prior to delivery.
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Protection & Emergency
Professional Firefighter Qualifications
Parkland College offers training that meets or exceeds the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 Professional Firefighter Qualifications standards. It is widely endorsed as a necessary credential for new hires. If you are seeking a position as a career firefighter or want to gain knowledge and practice, this program can give you the competitive edge.
Graduates of the program will be awarded IFSAC & ProBoard Certifications in:
NFPA 1001 – Professional Firefighter Qualifications Level I & II
NFPA 472 – Dangerous Goods – Awareness/Operations Levels NFPA 1051 – Wildland Professional Firefighter Qualifications Level I
Additional program training will include:
air brakes; resume writing; interview skills; swimming; practical live burns; school presentations on fire awareness and an opportunity to gain certification in NFPA 1081.
Location: Melville
Dates: March or August annually Tuition: $10,080.00 approx.
On-site Regional/Municipal Firefighter Training
Parkland College is proud to deliver on-site firefighter training. We have the equipment and staff to travel to any on-site location customizing training to fit your needs. Using the IFSTA modules to NFPA standards we can help you choose the right modules to train your staff. Training is flexible and can meet any time frame. Certification can be granted once all modules are completed.
NFPA 1081 Industrial Firefighter Qualifications
Parkland College is now offering NFPA 1081 Industrial training on site. Training is tailored to your specific industry.
Professional Firefighting Instructor Qualifications
NFPA 1041, Level I, Part I & II is designed for firefighters interested in the challenges of being a professional instructor. Each one week course con- tains theory and practical components.
Location: Melville
Dates: June 25, 2012 or November 12, 2012
Tuition: $1,680.00 (both weeks) or $840.00 per week
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
EMR certificate program prepares students with first aid training in providing first responder emergency responses. The program provides the knowledge and skills necessary for firefighters, law enforcement, and emergency medical service personnel to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the consequence of injury or sudden illness in an emergency.
Location: Melville
Dates: June 11 – 22 or
October 29 – November 9/12
Tuition: $1,420.00 Includes non-practicing license.
“This is the only College in the province to offer the NFPA 1001 course and I was immediately able to further my education by taking the PCP (Primary Care Paramedic course).”
Kristen Messer – Regina
“When I completed my training I was both IFSAC and ProBoard certified which is internationally recognized.”
Jason Glowa – Fenwood
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Trades
Mechanical Service Trades
Learn how to service, repair and overhaul Agricultural Machin- ery, Heavy Duty Equipment, Truck & Transport vehicles, automotive cars & trucks and small four cycle engines.
Multi-Mechanical Trades Program – SIAST
Location: Yorkton (Full-Time)
Date: October 22, 2012 start
Length: 26 weeks
Tuition: *$3400 plus materials
CFC and Mobile Air Conditioning – SIAST
Location: Yorkton
Date: March 2012 start
Length: 30 hours
Tuition: $900
Basic Small Engine Repair
Location: Yorkton
Date: October 2012 start
Length: 16 hours
Tuition: $295 plus GST
Basic DC Electrical Systems
Location: Yorkton
Date: November 2012 start
Length: 14 hours
Tuition: $295 plus GST
Basic Hydraulic Systems
Date: December 2012 start
Length: 14 hours
Tuition: $295 plus GST
Construction Trades
Learn how to construct, renovate and repair buildings and structures made out of wood and other building materials. You can also learn to read blueprints and construction documents and operate industrial construction equipment.
Carpentry Applied Certificate – SIAST
Location: Yorkton (Full-Time)
Date: October 15, 2012 start
Length: 22 weeks
Tuition: *$2850 plus materials
WTTI 14 week Boom Truck, Crane & Hoist Operator Pre-Employment Program
Location: Fort Qu’Appelle (Full-Time)
Date: September 10, 2012 start
Length: 22 weeks
Tuition: $9000 including materials
RCA Blueprint Reading Course
Location: Yorkton (Part-Time)
Date: Call for next intake
Tuition: $195 plus materials
Trade Employment Connections (TEC) Program
- Are you unemployed?
- Looking for a career change?
- Tired of layoffs or seasonal work?
- Do you like physical hands on work?
- Interested in a challenging career?
Parkland College’s TEC Program is a one to one client service model for those who are interested in the direct entry path to employment in the trades.
Contact: Dianne at 641-5396 for program info and eligibility requirements.
Metal Trades
Learn welding and metal fabrication processes, blueprinting and machine shop practices.
Welding Upgrader – SIAST
Location: Melville (Part-Time)
Date: September 2012 start
Length: 12 weeks
Tuition: TBD
CWB Certification Preparation
Location: Melville
Date: Call for next intake
Length: 30 hours
Tuition: $795 plus materials
Basic Welding
Location: Yorkton Date: Octber 2012 start
Length: 21 hours
Tuition: $595 plus GST
Advanced Arc Welding
Location: Yorkton
Date: January 2013 start
Length: 21 hours
Tuition: $595 plus GST
Advanced MIG Welding
Location: Yorkton
Date: March 2013 start
Length: 21 hours
Tuition: $595 plus GST
Basic Metal Lathe/Machining
Location: Yorkton
Date: February 2013 start
Length: 28 hours
Tuition: $595 plus GST
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Industrial & Ag
Power Engineering – SIAST
Learn the principles of boiler designs, operation and maintenance as used in heating, processing and manufacturing facilities and be prepared to challenge the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan exams for the appropri- ate class level.
4th Class Power Engineering Technician – SIAST
Location: Yorkton (Full-Time)
Date: August 27, 2012 start
Length: 38 weeks
Tuition: *$4800 plus materials
3rd Class Power Engineering Technician – SIAST
Location: Yorkton (Full-Time)
Date: August 20, 2012 start
Length: 21 weeks
Tuition: *$2750 plus materials
Fireman’s or 5th Class Power Engineer
Part-time home study tutorials
Date: Spring & Fall 2012
Tuition: *$395 plus materials & exam
Water & Wastewater Training
Parkland College offers Water Treatment & Distribution training as well as Wastewater Treatment & Collection classes for Small Systems. Levels 1 – 4 and Continuing Education Units (CEU) credit options are also available on demand. This training is typically used to gain employment, for career advancement and/or to maintain certification.
Contact: Dale at 786-2762
Heavy Equipment Operator Applied Certificate – SIAST
Learn how to operate and perform regular and preventative maintenance on a variety of Heavy Equipment such as graders, track hoes, dozers and excavators.
Location: Melville (Full-Time) Date: April 30, 2012 start
Length: 8 weeks
Tuition: *$7500 (materials included)
Safety Training
Learn work-safe practices and gain certification in a wide range of safety courses delivered throughout the region. This training addresses the requirements under OH&S Regulations for individuals and businesses. Options include:
-Industry Certified Courses
OH&S Standard First Aid/CPR with AED, WHMIS, TDG, H2S Alive, Con- fined Space, Power Mobile Equip- ment, Ground Disturbance, Fall Protection, etc.
- Open Registration Classes
Held bi-weekly in Yorkton and based on-demand at other campuses
- On-line and CD–ROM
WHMIS, TDG, Ground Disturbance, OSSA, etc.
- Year Round Customized Training
On-site contract training available to employers and organizations
- SCSA certified courses
Leadership for Safety Excellence, WHMIS Train the Trainer, etc.
Trades & Industrial Up-Skilling for Business
Parkland College can deliver existing or custom developed training options for up-skilling of your employees on a year round on demand basis. Examples include:
Heavy Equipment Operator Upgrading, Power Engineering Fireman’s tutorial, Machinery Hydraulic Systems, MIG & Arc Welding Processes; Heavy Duty Brake Systems; Blueprint Reading.
Contact: 1-866-783-6566
Commercial Pesticide Applicator Courses – SIAST
Learn how to properly and safely handle and apply pesticides/herbicides for common weed and pest control. A range of Commercial Pesticide Applicator courses are available for farmers, businesses and Municipalities to enhance their skills in the application of pesticides.
Agriculture Pesticide Course OR Landscape Pesticide Course
Location: Yorkton
Date: October 2012
Tuition: *$795
Introduction to Agriculture (In Development)
Parkland College is currently develop- ing an entry level Introduction to Agri- culture course for those with no pre- vious farm background or experience interested in pursuing employment in the agriculture or agri-business field. Course outline, delivery dates and tu- ition cost details are tentatively sched- uled to be available in June 2012.
Contact: Darrell at 786-2761 for more information
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Adult Basic Education
Our Adult Basic Education program has flexible options to help you reach your goals. The key to our program is flexibility, with a personalized full-time or part-time plan just for you.
Yorkton Learning Lab
English:
Thurs. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thurs. 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.Math:
Mon. 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Thurs. 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Fort Qu’Appelle Learning Lab
Combined tutorial for Math and English
Wed. 9:00 a.m. – Noon
Kamsack Learning Lab
Combined tutorial for Math and English; Mon. 1:00 – 3:00 & Wed. 10:00 am – noon
(Oct 2012 – June 2013)Yorkton:
Tues/Thurs. evenings 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. Sat. 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Esterhazy:
Mon/Wed. 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Tues/Thurs. 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Other areas in the region as needed.
Contact: Katherine at 786.2591 to register or obtain more information.
Essential Skills
There are nine essential skills that we all need to be successful in life and work. The good news… it’s never too late to build these skills. Strong Essential Skills ensures success in life, employment and post-secondary. Contact: Gail at 786.2760 for more information.
Career & Student Services
The Career & Student Services staff are a group of highly qualified professionals including counsellors, learning specialists and workshop facilitators.
Career & Student Services offers the following services:
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Workshops can be customized to meet your organizational needs and goals. Parkland College can bring our workshops to you at your place of work and time them to fit your schedule. Past workshops have included:
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For more information on what Career & Student Services can do for you or your organization call 1.866.783.6766.
Wish you were eligible for more jobs or training?
Do you need pre-requisites for post-secondary education?
Adult Basic Education is likely your right choice.
Complete your Adult 10, Adult 12 or GED in a face- to-face setting.Daytime classes are held at all locations for Adult & GED classes. GED is also avail- able as an evening class at the Yorkton Campus in October and March.
Contact: 1.866.783.6766
Grade 12 Online
- Continuous intake
- Monthly progress reports
- Exceptional instruction and feedback
- Ongoing support
- Prompt and professional technical support
- Affordable fees
Contact: Carol at 786.2581
Online courses available:
English A30, English B30 Social Studies 30, Biology 30, Law 30, Psychology
30, Physics 30, Math A30 & B30
Online Courses Coming in Fall 2012:
- Chemistry 20 & 30
- Pre-Calculus 20 & 30
- Foundations 20 & 30 Math