Camosun offers programs designed especially for Indigenous learners plus a wide variety of courses with Indigenous content.
Priory seating
For a limited time each year, Camosun College offers priority seating for qualified Indigenous students in all Health and Human Services programs. This includes Allied Health and Technologies; Continuing Care; Community, Family & Child Studies; Dental and Nursing programs. Learn more about Priority seats for Health Programs.
Programs
Academic Upgrading
Certificate
Offers English, math and basic computer studies which include Indigenous components designed to meet the needs of Indigenous students.
Archaeological Field Assistant
Certificate | Four weekends and three evenings
Develop the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to work on archaeological dig sites. If you are a First Nations community member interested in participating in cultural resource management within a traditional territory, you'll find this intensive program useful. Offered once a year in May. Includes weekend field experience.
Health Care Assistant – Indigenous
Certificate | 7 months
Learn to provide care to families and individuals in First Nations and Indigenous communities. You'll be qualified to work as part of a health care team at any level of continuing care. This program is offered every few years.
Indigenous Community Wellness
Certificate | 10 months
Prepare to support concepts of Indigenous wellness within agencies and community organizations that serve Indigenous peoples. Delivered at the Saanich Adult Education Centre, part of the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board located on the Tsartlip First Nation.
Indigenous Studies
Diploma | 2-2.5 years
Develop the knowledge, skills, awareness and values needed to work with Indigenous individuals and families in schools and communities.
Indigenous College Prep
Certificate | 8 months
Held in local First Nations communities, this certificate prepares Indigenous students for entrance into college-level courses and programs.
- Take courses including Intermediate math (Grade 10)
- UCEP (University College Entrance Preparation) fundable by bands
Take individual courses
If you only need a course or two Camosun offers alternative upgrading courses in English, math, biology, chemistry and physics offered in partnership with the School of Arts and Science
Ways of Indigenous Leadership & Learning
To be announced.
Courses with Indigenous content open to all students
The following courses are available to all Camosun students. In some programs, a percentage of seats may be reserved for program participants. These courses are indicated with an * after the course title.
To be assured of transferability, consult an Academic Advisor before registering for any university transfer course. To find where a course transfers, check the BC Transfer Guide.
While all courses may not be indigenized, you can bring an Indigenous lens to your learning through your assignments. Courses like ART 150 or GEOG 102 or independent study courses allow the flexibility to approach your studies with an Indigenous perspective.
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