Diploma in Business

at Sault College - Ste. Marie Campus Canada

The Practical Nursing Diploma Program at Sault College is currently Approved (Category 1) by the College of Nurses of Ontario (www.cno.org). Current graduates from this program are eligible to apply for registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario.

The Practical Nursing program philosophy is based on a set of values and beliefs about the client, health, caring, nursing and the role that teaching and learning play in enabling individuals, families and groups to achieve health outcomes. These five concepts are interrelated, interdependent and integrated throughout the curriculum.The program will provide graduates with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to demonstrate safe, competent nursing at entry-to-practice.Graduates are eligible to write the national practical nurse examination. The successful completion of this national examination entitles the candidate to apply to the College of Nurses of Ontario for registration as a practical nurse, subject to the fees and membership requirements set out by this professional organization.

The Personal and Developmental Support Services program at Sault College will prepare you for the various challenges and experiences that are part of the expanding health care and community settings.

The faculty and staff at Sault College are ready to assist you in preparation to become a successful graduate in these dynamic environments. The Personal and Developmental Support Services program is based upon various components: the person, health, caring, holistic wellness, respect, inclusivity, and support work. These components will prepare you for the role of assisting clients and families to achieve and maintain an optimal quality of life. To reflect these beliefs, Sault College has developed a holistic and evidence-based program that incorporates the required knowledge, theory, values, and hands on skills to be successful within the various settings in healthcare and the community.

When you have completed the Personal and Developmental Support Services program at Sault College, you will be able to work with clients across the lifespan in settings such as long term care facilities, hospitals, private agencies, retirement homes, home care settings, boards of education (special needs children), palliative care settings, senior citizen recreation centres, respite settings, and group homes. This program will provide you with a lifelong and rewarding career. Some students choose to use it as a foundation to further their learning.

Ranked Number One by students in the province!
The Police Foundations program (PFP) has been rated number one in the province for the past three years in a row by students that are highly satisfied with their program of study.

Graduate with two diplomas and a University degree!
By enrolling in this program followed by attending our nearby partner University, Lake Superior State University, you can graduate with both a College diploma and a University degree in three years, or you can graduate with two College diplomas and a University degree in 4 years, saving anywhere from $27,500 to $38,000 in educational costs.

The only program in North America partnered with Crime Stoppers for patrol experience!
Through the College`s close relationship with the police, the crime rate has decreased significantly in the area patrolled, in large part due to our students` presence.Crime Stoppers` new headquarters will be re-located to the new police resource centre on Gore Street. You can apply your learning and gain experience soon after enrolling in our college program.

Successful graduation from either diploma in our Justice Studies program area will exempt students from taking the security guard and private investigator training sanctioned by the ministry.

We are one of only a few colleges with this accreditation.
Small class size! - Our low student to professor ratio provides excellence in education by giving one-on-one attention, teaching and guiding not often found in larger centres.

Welding is used in almost every trade, making graduates of this program some of the most hireable in the skilled trades locally and across Canada.

In this dynamic program, you will learn the practical, hands-on skills to weld various types of metals, combined with the knowledge and theory needed to be successful in this industry. On our state-of-the-art campus, you will have the opportunity to develop welding skills using top of the line equipment found in today’s workplaces including:

• Shielded Metal Arc Welder (SMAW or stick welder)
• Gas Metal Arc Welder (GMAW or MIG welder)
• Gas Tungsten Arc Welder (GTAW or TIG welder)
• Flux Cored Arc Welder (FCAW)

Plus, learn how to read, understand and develop the blueprints for different projects as you apply what you learn in this specialized field. If you love to shape the world around you, the 1-year Welding Techniques program will give you the foundation for a fulfilling and hands-on future.

Are you unsure of what to study at the post-secondary level? This program is designed to help you choose the path that is right for you. You will gain a strong foundation in academic skills and you will have the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of courses in communications, social sciences, humanities, and math and science. With the assistance of the General Arts and Science staff and faculty, you will choose electives to create an individualized timetable.

Pathways
After completion of this program, you may choose to follow one of these pathways:

• Continue in the second year of the General Arts and Science UniversityTransfer diploma program
• Continue study in another Sault College diploma program
• Apply to an Ontario university for admission

Applicable credits earned in the General Arts and Science Certificate program will count towards completion of other Ontario college diploma programs offered at Sault College.
Once you have successfully completed two semesters of full-time studies (minimum of 36 credits) you will be awarded a General Arts and Science One Year Certificate.

Full-time students successfully completing two semesters of the General Arts and Science - One-Year Certificate option, provided they meet the specific program entrance requirements, will be guaranteed a position in the first year of the postsecondary program of their choice, with the exception of limited enrolment programs. Limited enrolment programs will guarantee 10 percent of their seats for full-time students successfully completing the General Arts and Science - One-Year Certificate program and meeting other entrance criteria.

This 40-hour course is intensely focused on safety and will prepare students to assume the role of an entry-level forest fire crew member. Students will be trained to MNRF standards in the maintenance and operation of equipment such as the power pump, and in proper use of suppression hand tools, communications and camping equipment. Students will also learn basic fire behaviours and fire terminology.

Interested students can obtain the certification by enrolling in the Forestry Technician - Conservation program at Sault College. The SP100 certificate is embedded in the forest fire management course, which is offered in the first semester of the program.

The Mechanical Techniques - Machine Shop program is designed to provide you with a solid foundation in the use of shop equipment and precision measuring instruments.
After only one year of study, you`ll receive an Ontario College Certificate in Mechanical Techniques - Machine Shop.
The Mechanical Techniques - Machine Shop (Machinist) program is designed to provide you with a strong foundation in the use of shop equipment and precision measuring instruments. As a student of this program, you will gain knowledge and hands-on skills with a wide variety of equipment including lathes, milling machines, and grinders, as well as precision measuring instruments, to support the production and repair of components in a mechnical environment.

Program Outcomes
A graduate of the Mechanical Techniques Program at Sault College will reliably demonstrate the ability to:

• Complete all work in compliance with current legislation, standards, regulations and guidelines.
• Contribute to the application of quality control and quality assurance procedures to meet organizational standards and requirements.
• Comply with current health and safety legislation, as well as organizational practices and procedures.
• Support sustainability best practices in workplaces.
• Use current and emerging technologies to support the implementation of mechanical and manufacturing projects.
• Troubleshoot and solve standard mechanical problems by applying mathematics and fundamentals of mechanics.
• Contribute to the interpretation and preparation of mechanical drawings and other related technical documents.
• Perform routine technical measurements accurately using appropriate instruments and equipment.
• Assist in manufacturing, assembling, maintaining and repairing mechanical components according to required specifications.
• Select, use and maintain machinery, tools and equipment for the installation, manufacturing and repair of basic mechanical components.

This program is designed to prepare graduates for admission to Ontario College Certificate and Diploma programs at Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology in the health sciences or other related programs in the biological or chemical sciences.

The program provides students with the knowledge and skills in communication, mathematics, human anatomy, biology and chemistry needed to be successful in health and science-related college programs. In addition, the program provides students with the opportunity to learn about potential careers in the health sciences and to identify other college programs focusing on the biological or chemical sciences that will enable them to achieve their career objectives.
This is a two-semester certificate-level program leading to an Ontario College Certificate or Diploma.

This is a co-operative education program. Students are required to complete at least one co-op work placement (CWR100) in order to graduate.
Sault College`s Culinary Management program teaches you everything you need to know to develop a career as a Chef. Food demonstrations, lab work and lectures provide a dynamic learning environment. You will learn about contemporary and classical techniques, menu planning and food and beverage management. Opportunity for experiential learning takes place during the paid summer CO-OP placement, which enables you to hone your skills. Upon successful completion of your studies you will have the necessary tools to work within various sectors of the food-service industry.

Co-operative Education (Co-op)
Co-operative Education (Co-op) provides opportunities for you to learn beyond your classroom as you integrate relevant work
experiences into your academic studies. Co-op also lets you further develop life and employment skills while earning money.
You can also get a better idea of the career options available to you and build your network of contacts for future employment. Many employers prefer hiring co-op grads because of the applied learning they receive. We will prepare you for your summer work term and employment upon graduation.

Goals of Co-operative Education:

• Provide opportunities for students to learn and apply job search skills.
• Enable students to develop a network of employer contacts.
• Expose students to the realities of the workplace in their chosen field.
• Provide quality work experience where students can apply their knowledge and skills.
• Assist employers by providing well-trained, enthusiastic Co-op students.

Professional Child and Youth Care practitioners (CYCs) specialize in helping children, youth and families improve their lives. As a student, you will receive training in areas such as counselling, addictions, sexuality, recreation, mental health and special needs. Your courses will place a strong emphasis on practice and application, including four levels of supervised field placement in a variety of settings. Unlike many other colleges, we will provide you with field placements that are scheduled alongside your academic courses so you can practice and process what you are learning. Theory and application will be woven together throughout your training so you will have many opportunities to gain hands-on experience and learn from the experiences of others.

This program has a long history of innovation and uniqueness within the Province. The CYC program at Sault College will prepare you to positively affect the lives of children, youth and families throughout your career.

Program Outcomes
A graduate of the Child and Youth Care Program at Sault College will reliably demonstrate the ability to:

• Develop and maintain relationships with children, youth and their families applying principles of relational practice and respecting their unique life space, cultural and human diversity.
• Assess and respond to the strengths and needs of children and youth, including complex responses impacted by developmental, environmental, physical, emotional, social and mental health challenges in order to promote positive change.
• Analyze and evaluate the impact of the inter-relationship among family, social service, justice and community systems on children, youth and their families and use this information in the planning of holistic care and in the reduction of systemic barriers.
• Plan, implement and evaluate interventions using evidence-informed practices in the areas of therapeutic milieu and programming, and group work to promote resiliency and to enhance development in children, youth and their families.
• Advocate for the rights of children, youth and their families and maintain an anti-oppression perspective and cultural competence in diverse cultural contexts.
• Apply communication, teamwork and organizational skills within the interprofessional team and with community partners to enhance the quality of service in child and youth care practice.
• Develop and implement self-care strategies using self-inquiry and reflection processes to promote self-awareness and to enhance practice as a child and youth care practitioner.
• Use evidence-based research, professional development resources and supervision models to support professional growth and lifelong learning.