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Marianne Batty
"Selkirk's Adult Education programs provide an exceptional opportunity for learners to achieve success and reach their goals. I'm excited to be involved!" — Marianne Batty Marianne Batty is a dedicated Academic Upgrading Instructor at Selkirk College with more than a decade of experience. Marianne strives to make complex concepts in science and math accessible and engaging for her students. Known
Dyllan Lachelt
Dyllan Lachelt is a Selkirk College alumni with a passion for literature, reading, and writing. She began taking Creative Writing courses at Selkirk College in 2015 and has been continually engaging in higher education since then. Dyllan graduated from Selkirk College in 2018 with an Associate of Arts Degree, and then from Thompson Rivers University in 2021 with a Bachelor's Degree in English
Contemporary Music & Technology
Delivery Method
On Campus
Diploma
Length
2 years
School
The Arts
Campus
Tenth Street
Maria Van Der Star
Instructor, Academic Upgrading, Steps to Opportunities, Academics & Readiness (SOAR) Raised in Burlington, Ontario, Maria completed her Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education degrees at Queen’s University in 2008. Spending the next couple of years traveling, she eventually landed in Vancouver where she began to work with individuals with diverse abilities in recreational settings (adaptive
Jennifer Lucke
"'Knowledge is power!' my mom always told me. I want to support and inspire others just as I have been supported and inspired throughout my own educational journey." — Jenn Lucke Jenn has been a passionate learner since her dad first inspired her love of nature and science as a wee lass. She has lived a life full of adventures, living in various locations around BC and Alaska. Initially getting a
Kate Tait
With a background in mathematics and research, Kate brings a wealth of experience to her role in ensuring student success as department head of Student Access & Support. Kate's focus is on creating an environment where every student feels supported and empowered. In this role Kate ensures that essential services such as counseling, accessibility services for students with disabilities, and
Lisa Young
Instructor, Academic Upgrading, Steps to Opportunities, Academics & Readiness (SOAR) Lisa qualified from Waterford Institute of Technology in Ireland almost 20 years ago as a social care/service worker and subsequently worked in homeless services as a frontline case worker for people living with substance abuse, mental health and physical health issues. During a year spent in South America, Lisa
Karen Shoniker
Karen Shoniker brings extensive experience and passion to her role as an instructor in the School of Academic Upgrading & Development at Selkirk College. While teaching and serving as the Math Department Head at a high school in Whistler, Karen developed an understanding of the British Columbia curriculum and the challenges faced by high school students. This background equips her to effectively
Nathaniel Howard
Nathaniel graduated with a degree in Viticulture from Charles Sturt University, in Wagga Wagga, Australia, in the early-2000s. After a few years making wine and pruning grapevines, he made a career change to teaching high school science. He has taught in schools in both Australia and Canada, and has been employed by Selkirk College's School of Academic Upgrading & Development since 2009. Nathaniel
Marita Harinen
Marita Harinen is a graduate of Biological Engineering at the University of Guelph. She is passionate about teaching and has more than 10 years of experience. She is an instructor in Academic Upgrading (mathematics and intake). In addition to teaching math at Selkirk College, Marita is a Student & Campus Life Programmer within the Athletics & Recreation Department. She is a certified personal
Andrea Kosling
Andrea has been at Selkirk College since 1999 and has been working as an Adult Upgrading instructor at the Nakusp Learning Centre since 2008. Andrea grew up in Germany, and after finishing high school went to study at Selkirk College, where she completed a Liberal Arts and Science Diploma in 1996. She went on to the University of British Columbia and completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in English
Ceramics - Certificate
Delivery Method
On Campus
Certificate
Length
10 months
Program Code
CERM
School
The Arts
Campus
Victoria Street
Jessica Morin
Jessica grew up in Southwestern Ontario and comes from Ojibway, French Canadian and Polish ancestry. She is a graduate of the Human Services Diploma Program at Selkirk College (2013) and holds a Master of Arts in Leadership from Royal Roads University (2018). In 2022, she completed the Provincial Instructor Diploma Program (PIDP) from Vancouver Community College. Jessica began working at Selkirk
Carpentry - Apprenticeship Level 1 to 4
Delivery Method
On Campus
Certificate
Length
7 weeks
Program Code
APPCARP
School
Industry & Trades Training
Campus
Silver King
Electrical - Apprenticeship Levels 1 to 4
Delivery Method
On Campus
Certificate
Length
10 weeks
Program Code
APPELEC
School
Industry & Trades Training
Campus
Silver King
Textile Arts - Certificate
Delivery Method
On Campus
Certificate
Length
8 months
Program Code
TEXT
School
The Arts
Campus
Victoria Street
Health Care Assistant - Certificate
Delivery Method
On Campus
Online
Certificate
Length
26 weeks (16 weeks theory, 10 weeks practice)
Program Code
HCA
School
Health & Human Services
Campus
Trail
Aimie Chernoff
I was born and raised in the beautiful Kootenays. After pursing my passion for traveling and completing my Business degree, I wanted to come back and be immersed in the Kootenay's mountain culture. Now that I’m back, I can’t imagine being anywhere else and I take every opportunity to continue to travel, play and explore the area. As a student recruiter, I’ve spent many years supporting prospective