General Arts and Science - Shki Miikan (New Road) Ontario College Certificate program

Program Overview

The General Arts and Science – Shki Miikan program is a one-year Ontario College Certificate that provides a foundation for students to explore education and career options. It incorporates Indigenous language, teachings, and cultural identity through traditional practices and social activities. The program offers a blend of cultural teachings, language, and academics, creating a culturally inclusive learning environment. Graduates may pursue further studies or enter supportive occupations requiring a general education.

Program Outline

Program Overview:

• Program Name:
General Arts and Science – Shki Miikan (New Road) Ontario College Certificate
• Duration:
1 Year
• Credential:
Ontario College Certificate
• Delivery:
Full-time, In-person
• Description:
This program is a foundation year for students who want to develop a strong academic base, explore education and career options, and develop self-management skills. It incorporates Indigenous language and teachings, exploring cultural identity through traditional teachings, smudging, and social activities.

Outline:

• Course Overview:
• Program-specific courses: 8
• Communications courses: 2
• General Education courses: 2
• Semester 1 Courses:
• COMP 1003 – Microcomputer Applications
• GNED 1010 – Ojibwe Language and Culture 1
• INDG 1000 – Personal Growth and Development
• INDG 1001 – Indigenous Heritage, Tradition and Culture
• 1 Communication course
• 1 General Education course
• Unique approaches:
• Culturally relevant academic and support services
• Blend of cultural teachings, language, and academics
• Culturally inclusive learning environment

Careers:

• Potential career paths:
• Further studies at the college level
• Supportive occupations requiring a general education
• Organizations that prefer to administer their own training programs

Other:

• Pathway option:
Direct pathway into year two of the Indigenous Community and Social Development program
• Award-winning education:
Culturally inclusive learning environment
• Indigenous Resource Centre:
Wiidookdaading Indigenous Resource Centre offers cultural teachings, craft workshops, guest speakers, feasts, and more.