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University · Canada
· Public University · Est. 1975
On Educads it is #60 of the ranked universities in Canada, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 484,868 times (h-index 226), according to OpenAlex.
Northern Lights College has 133 courses listed on Educads: 59 diploma, 16 bachelor's and 9 master's. The largest subject areas are Engineering (33), Business & Management (25), Medicine & Health Sciences (22) and Education (12).
Most courses start in Fall and Spring. The most common course length is 2 years.
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On Educads it is #60 of the ranked universities in Canada, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 484,868 times (h-index 226), according to OpenAlex.
Northern Lights College has 133 courses listed on Educads: 59 diploma, 16 bachelor's and 9 master's. The largest subject areas are Engineering (33), Business & Management (25), Medicine & Health Sciences (22) and Education (12).
Most courses listed start in Fall and Spring.
Northern Lights College (NLC) is a public college in Northern British Columbia, Canada. It currently has campuses and access centers in eight communities across the northern third of British Columbia, with Regional Administration located at the Dawson Creek campus. As of 2021, international students comprised 25% of NLC's total student population and 20% identified as Indigenous.
133 programs across 4 study levels.
Northern Lights College — The Access to Practical Nursing Diploma at Northern Lights College is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Access to Practical Nursing (APN) Diploma is designed to build on the Health Care Assistant Certificate (HCA). Students study practical nursing...
Northern Lights College — The Accounting Diploma at Northern Lights College is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in accounting principles, practices, and applications. This comp...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Accounting Diploma provides foundational and advanced-level accounting and business management courses. Students study topics that include finan...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Aircraft Maintenance Technician Diploma trains students to troubleshoot and perform aircraft inspections. Students study airframe structures, en...
Northern Lights College — The Aircraft Maintenance Technician Diploma at Northern Lights College provides a comprehensive education in the principles and practices of aircraft maintenance. This pr...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Applied Business Technology (Administrative Assistant) Certificate prepares students to work in business, government, and industry offices. Stud...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Applied Business Technology (Financial Assistant) Certificate prepares students to work in business, government, and industry offices. Students...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Applied Business Technology (Office Assistant) Certificate prepares students to work in business, government, and industry offices. The program...
Northern Lights College — The Automotive Service Technician Foundation Certificate at Northern Lights College includes Foundation and Level 1 Automotive Service Technician technical training based...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Business Management Certificate prepares students for positions of responsibility in the business community and for further educational opportun...
Northern Lights College — The Business Management Diploma at Northern Lights College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of key business concepts, strategies, and pr...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Business Management Diploma prepares students for positions of responsibility in the business community and for further educational opportunitie...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Cosmetology Diploma for training in the Esthetics group of skin and nail treatments and Hairstylist training. The program includes Esth...
Northern Lights College — The Cosmetology Diploma at Northern Lights College focuses on developing the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required for a successful career in the beauty ind...
Northern Lights College — The Criminology Certificate at Northern Lights College is awarded to students who complete ten designated courses, equivalent to one year of planned first and second-year...
Northern Lights College — The Criminology Diploma at Northern Lights College offers students a comprehensive understanding of the complex world of crime and justice. This program covers various to...
Northern Lights College — The Early Childhood Education and Care – Inclusive Education Diploma at Northern Lights College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of earl...
Northern Lights College — The Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Diploma in Inclusive Education at Northern Lights College prepares students to work in early care and learning programs in B...
Northern Lights College — The Early Childhood Education and Care Diploma with a focus on Infant/Toddler Education at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the essential skills...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Diploma in Infant/Toddler Education prepares students to develop knowledge and skills for work in earl...
Northern Lights College — The Education Assistant Certificate at Northern Lights College prepares learners to support children and youth with diverse abilities in British Columbia K-12 classroom s...
Northern Lights College — The Education Assistant Diploma at Northern Lights College offers a comprehensive framework designed for those aspiring to support educators and students in various educa...
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Northern Lights College — The Electrician Foundation Trades Certificate at Northern Lights College includes Electrician Foundation Trades Training, level 1 apprenticeship training, and a 60-hour p...
Northern Lights College — The Enhanced Carpentry Foundation Certificate is a 32-week program in which students earn credit for Carpentry Levels 1 and 2 technical training. Students receive theoret...
Northern Lights College — The Environmental Restoration Diploma program at Northern Lights College equips students with the necessary skills to address environmental challenges. This course emphas...
Northern Lights College — The Northern Lights College Esthetician Certificate is an approximately 32-week certificate program covering esthetics and spa therapy. Students study theory and infectio...
Northern Lights College — The Executive Assistant Diploma at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in administrative and executive...
Northern Lights College — The Northern Lights College Executive Assistant Diploma is designed for graduates of Administrative Assistant Certificate programs who want to develop their career opport...
Northern Lights College — The Hairstylist Foundation Certificate at Northern Lights College teaches the basics of haircuts, styles, shampoo and scalp treatments, and the training needed to chemica...
Northern Lights College — The Health Care Assistant (HCA) program at Northern Lights College is designed to help students develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to function effectively as fro...
Northern Lights College — The Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Certificate at Northern Lights College consists of SkilledTrades – Heavy Mechanical Trades – Foundation training and a mandatory 2...
Northern Lights College — The Northern Lights College Human Services Professional Development Advanced Certificate is an advanced certificate in human services professional development. Students s...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Indigenous Human Service Worker Certificate. The program prepares graduates for employment as a Human Service Worker, with a focus on s...
Northern Lights College — The Interactive and Digital Technologies Diploma at Northern Lights College provides students with a comprehensive education in the ever-evolving fields of digital media,...
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Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Management Advanced Certificate is for current managers, volunteers, and other individuals who want to develop leadership skills while they are...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Mental Health and Substance Use Certificate through a partnership with Selkirk College. Students complete online theory courses and one...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Millwright Foundations Certificate, a foundation training program for Millwright work. Students study MILL 101 – Millwright Foundation...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Office Administration – Bookkeeping Assistant Certificate focuses on core accounting competencies for entry-level roles in financial services. S...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Office Administration – Bookkeeping Assistant Certificate. Students develop core accounting competencies for entry-level roles in finan...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Office Administration – Bookkeeping Assistant Certificate. Students develop core accounting competencies for entry-level roles in finan...
Northern Lights College — The Pharmacy Technician Diploma at Northern Lights College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceuticals, patient care, and the various operatio...
Northern Lights College — The Pharmacy Technician Diploma program is delivered through a partnership between Selkirk College and Northern Lights College. Students study pharmacy technician theory...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Piping Trades Foundation Certificate, a foundational technical training program for entry into the Plumber and Steamfitter/Pipefitter t...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Power Engineering (4th Class) Certificate, covering 4th Class Power Engineering and the NLC Boiler firing time. Students complete Parts...
Northern Lights College — Course OverviewThe Practical Nursing Diploma at Northern Lights College equips students with essential nursing skills, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on pract...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Practical Nursing Diploma provides knowledge, skills, judgments, and attitudes to perform the full range of Practical Nurse competencies endorse...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Pre-Education Certificate comprises the first year of an Associate of Arts Degree designed for prospective teachers. Students complete one year...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers Professional Cook 1 Indigenous Content Direct Entry, which follows Skilled Trades BC prescribed course curriculum focused on Indigenous con...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Professional Cook 1 Institutional Entry Certificate (CIP 12.0500). Students follow the Skilled Trades BC prescribed course curriculum f...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Professional Cook 1 Institutional Entry Certificate, which follows the Skilled Trades BC prescribed course curriculum for entry to Prof...
Northern Lights College — The Professional Cook Direct Entry at Northern Lights College follows SkilledTradesBC prescribed course curriculum for direct entry to Professional Cook levels 1, 2, or 3...
Northern Lights College — The Social Sciences Certificate at Northern Lights College is equivalent of one year of planned coursework. Students complete a planned combination of courses that counts...
Northern Lights College — The Social Services Worker Diploma program at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a reward...
Northern Lights College — The Social Services Worker Diploma (SSWD) at Northern Lights College provides opportunities for students to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and qualifications to...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Welder Foundation Certificate, a program that trains students in welding and related shop tasks. The program covers welding ferrous and...
Northern Lights College — The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Type Training course at Northern Lights College offers students an in-depth understanding of aircraft systems and maintenance pract...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Aircraft Maintenance Engineering – Type Training includes field maintenance courses for specific types of helicopter, covering airframe and/or e...
Northern Lights College — The Applied Business Technology (Administrative Assistant) Certificate provides students with the essential skills and knowledge required for success in administrative ro...
Northern Lights College — The Applied Business Technology (Financial Assistant) Certificate program at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge...
Northern Lights College — The Applied Business Technology (Office Assistant) Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the essential skills needed for a successful...
Northern Lights College — About the Automotive Service Technician ApprenticeshipThe Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship program at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students wi...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship trains students in Automotive Service Technician Levels 1, 2, 3, and 4 Technical training under the...
Northern Lights College — The Automotive Service Technician Foundation Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge in automotive techno...
Northern Lights College — Course OverviewThe Business Management Certificate program at Northern Lights College provides a comprehensive foundation in essential business principles and practices....
Northern Lights College — The Carpenter Apprenticeship program at Northern Lights College offers a comprehensive education designed to equip students with both theoretical knowledge and practical...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers Carpenter Apprenticeship, a training program for the trade of carpentry. Students learn to assemble and erect forms for concrete, wood, and...
Northern Lights College — The Criminology Certificate at Northern Lights College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of crime, criminal behavior, and the justice system. This prog...
Northern Lights College — The Education Assistant Certificate program at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to assist teachers in...
Northern Lights College — The Electrician Apprenticeship program at Northern Lights College is designed for students who aspire to become skilled electricians in a variety of settings. This compre...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Electrician Apprenticeship prepares students for entry into the field of Electrician. Students receive provincial apprenticeship curriculum for...
Northern Lights College — The Electrician Foundation Trades Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed to provide students with foundational skills and knowledge required to pursue a fruit...
Northern Lights College — The Enhanced Carpentry Foundation Certificate program at Northern Lights College is designed to provide students with foundational skills and comprehensive knowledge in c...
Northern Lights College — Course OverviewThe Esthetician Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed to provide students with comprehensive training in the field of esthetics. This program...
Northern Lights College — The Explore Trades for Youth program at Northern Lights College is an innovative initiative designed for students interested in various trades. This program offers hands-...
Northern Lights College — Explore Trades for Youth is intended for high school students. Northern Lights College states the course introduces students in grades 9–12, with a primary focus on grade...
Northern Lights College — The Hairstylist Foundation Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed to offer students a comprehensive introduction to the world of hairstyling. Throughout the c...
Northern Lights College — Course OverviewThe Health Care Assistant Certificate program at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge necessary for ca...
Northern Lights College — The Heavy Mechanical Trades Apprenticeship at Northern Lights College offers students a comprehensive understanding of the mechanical systems and heavy equipment used in...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Heavy Mechanical Trades Apprenticeship includes levels 1, 2, 3, and 4 technical training. Students train across the four trades: Transport Trail...
Northern Lights College — The Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Certificate at Northern Lights College provides students with a robust introduction to the maintenance and repair of large machiner...
Northern Lights College — The Human Services Professional Development Advanced Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in t...
Northern Lights College — The Indigenous Human Service Worker Certificate program at Northern Lights College is designed to prepare students for careers in human services, with a specific focus on...
Northern Lights College — The Interprofessional Mental Health and Addictions Advanced Certificate at Northern Lights College offers a comprehensive framework for understanding and responding to th...
Northern Lights College — The Management Advanced Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required for management roles in dive...
Northern Lights College — The Mental Health and Substance Use Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge to support individuals strugg...
Northern Lights College — The Millwright Apprenticeship program at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the dynamic field of i...
Northern Lights College — Millwright Apprenticeship at Northern Lights College trains students in the work of millwrights. The program covers dismantling, moving, installing, changing layouts, set...
Northern Lights College — The Millwright Foundations Certificate at Northern Lights College is an intensive program that equips students with the essential skills and knowledge required to excel i...
Northern Lights College — The Office Administration – Bookkeeping Assistant Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with essential skills for success in the administra...
Northern Lights College — The Office Administration Certificate at Northern Lights College provides comprehensive training in the fundamental skills necessary for success in modern office environm...
Northern Lights College — The Office Administration - Office Assistant Certificate at Northern Lights College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the administrative operations...
Northern Lights College — The Piping Trades Foundation Certificate offered at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the foundational skills necessary for a successful career i...
Northern Lights College — The Power Engineering (4th Class) Certificate program at Northern Lights College offers a comprehensive introduction to the field of power engineering, which is critical...
Northern Lights College — The Pre-Education Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed for students aspiring to pursue a career in education. This program provides foundational knowledge a...
Northern Lights College — The Professional Cook 1 Indigenous Content Direct Entry program at Northern Lights College is designed to provide students with the essential skills and knowledge require...
Northern Lights College — Course OverviewThe Professional Cook 1 Institutional Entry Certificate at Northern Lights College offers students a comprehensive introduction to the culinary arts. This...
Northern Lights College — The Professional Cook 2 Institutional Entry Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed for those looking to advance their culinary skills while preparing for a re...
Northern Lights College — The Professional Cook Direct Entry program at Northern Lights College provides aspiring chefs with a comprehensive skill set necessary for a successful career in the culi...
Northern Lights College — The Social Sciences Certificate at Northern Lights College is designed to provide students with a robust understanding of the various social systems and human interaction...
Northern Lights College — The Steamfitter/Pipefitter Apprenticeship program at Northern Lights College offers students a comprehensive education in the installation, repair, and maintenance of pip...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Steamfitter/Pipefitter Apprenticeship. The program includes technical training to complete the separate Level 1, 2, 3, or 4 Skilled Tra...
Northern Lights College — The Welder Apprenticeship program at Northern Lights College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Welder Apprenticeship trains students to weld ferrous and non-ferrous metals in all positions using SMAW, GTAW, and FCAW processes. Students pla...
Northern Lights College — The Welder Foundation Certificate program at Northern Lights College provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the world of welding. This course covers essen...
Northern Lights College — The Associate of Arts Degree at Northern Lights College provides students with a comprehensive foundation in the social sciences and humanities. The course covers a wide...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Associate of Arts Degree through its University Arts and Sciences Program. Students focus on humanities or social sciences disciplines...
Northern Lights College — The Associate of Arts Degree in Education at Northern Lights College provides a comprehensive foundation in educational theory, pedagogy, and practice. This program is de...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Associate of Arts Degree (Education) prepares students for entry into the Alaska Highway Consortium on Teacher Education (AHCOTE), the joint tea...
Northern Lights College — The Associate of Arts Degree in Health Studies at Northern Lights College offers a comprehensive exploration of the health sector, integrating subjects from a variety of...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Associate of Arts Degree (Health Studies), a two-year introductory program for entry into health-related degree programs, with an empha...
Northern Lights College — The Associate of Arts Degree in Psychology at Northern Lights College offers a comprehensive foundation in psychological theories, concepts, and practices, enabling stude...
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Northern Lights College — The Associate of Science Degree at Northern Lights College is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the sciences essential for various fields such as h...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Associate of Science Degree is a provincially recognized credential that enables students to select various science courses. Northern Lights Col...
Northern Lights College — The Associate of Science Degree in Computing and Information Science at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with essential knowledge and skills in compu...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Associate of Science Degree (Computing and Information Sciences) guides students through a high concentration of theoretical and applied computi...
Northern Lights College — The Associate of Science Degree in Environmental Science at Northern Lights College provides students with a solid foundation in the critical principles of environmental...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers the Associate of Science (ASc) Degree in Environmental Science. Students study cross-disciplinary topics related to local and global enviro...
Northern Lights College — The Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program at Northern Lights College is designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in nursing, combining theoretical knowledge w...
Northern Lights College — The Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program at Northern Lights College is a collaboration between the University of Northern British Columbia, Northern Health, and Norther...
Northern Lights College — The Post-Degree Diploma in Environmental Management at Northern Lights College offers a comprehensive overview of the critical principles and practices necessary for effe...
Northern Lights College — The Post-Degree Diploma in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Northern Lights College is designed for individuals aiming to enhance their understanding of psycho...
Northern Lights College — The Post-Degree Diploma in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Northern Lights College focuses on workplace behavior and organizational effectiveness. Students st...
Northern Lights College — Program OverviewThe Post-Degree Diploma in Information Resources Management at Northern Lights College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowled...
Northern Lights College — The Post-Degree Diploma in Information Resources Management at Northern Lights College is designed for students who already hold a minimum three-year degree in business,...
Northern Lights College — Overview of the Post-Degree Diploma in Information Technology ManagementThe Post-Degree Diploma in Information Technology Management at Northern Lights College is designe...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College’s Post-Degree Diploma in Information Resources Management is for students who already hold a minimum three-year degree in business, computer scien...
Northern Lights College — The Post-Degree Diploma in Management Science at Northern Lights College provides an advanced understanding of managerial principles and practices. This course is designe...
Northern Lights College — Northern Lights College offers a Post-Degree Diploma in Management Science, a program designed for post-graduate students from different academic backgrounds. Students st...
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<p>Northern Lights College states that it attracts students from Canada and around the world.</p>
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