What is the admission process? Acceptance to the Practical Nursing Program is based on a first-qualified basis given that the applicant meets all the requirements. Please review the following skills and abilities expected of all practical nursing students and licensed practical nurses. What exactly does “first qualified” mean? To be considered “qualified,” you’ll need to submit the following items
Gain practical, hands-on skills in greenhouse operations and plant care through this fast-track program – developed with industry input to prepare you for roles in agriculture, reclamation, and food security.
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Please register before using the gym facilities. Patrons must be 13 years old or older to enter or use the weight room. Patrons under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times while using the facility. Register Hours & Location Upcoming Closures and Adjusted Hours: Nelson Gym Facilities closed May 29th until August 23rd, 2026. We are located in Mary Hall on the Tenth
Please note, Assessment Services will be closed from June 8–21, 2026, and will reopen on June 22, 2026. For current booking and registration information during this closure, email us to receive an automated reply with important links and updates. External exam services are available to anyone attending an institution or professional organization other than Selkirk College. In-Person Services In
Learn the basics and beyond in first aid and safety training. Let our trained instructors take you through the basics and beyond of how to keep yourself, your family and your co-workers healthy and safe in any situation. Note: Canadian Red Cross first aid certifications are recognized across Canada. Emergency First Aid with CPR C/A and Standard First Aid with CPR C are also equivalent to Basic
Typing Tests Take an official, certified typing test online. Each assessment is live-supervised and identity-verified, giving employers and schools confidence in accurate and credible results. External Exams External exam services are available to anyone attending an institution or professional organization other than Selkirk College. College Readiness Tool This tool is designed to assess your
If you have questions about campus security, call: Castlegar: (236) 968-3235 Silver King Campus, Nelson: (236) 972-2658 Tenth Street Campus, Nelson: (236) 972-0467 Trail: (236) 968-3357 Do not hesitate to call 911 if there is a serious medical or safety emergency. Castlegar Campus Monday–Thursday: 3–11 pm Friday–Saturday, 6 pm–2 am Trail Campus Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–3:30 pm Tenth Street Campus
Portfolio Submission and Questionnaire The portfolio is designed to assess your skill level to help instructors increase your chances of success in your studio program. We are looking for a demonstration of visual awareness, creativity and technical skill. The portfolio pieces may be of any medium and they need not be specific to studio preference. Submit the questionnaire and portfolio online
ECCE 179 Professional Practice II examines early childhood care and education in a historic and current cultural context. Using a variety of theories, including the bioecological approach learners will reflect on the impact of their personal values and attitudes on their professional practice. The principles of inclusive practice when working with young children and families will be examined, and
FAM 180 Family Dynamics is designed to provide students with a variety of theoretical perspectives to understanding families. It considers the diversity of families through the lenses of the life course perspective and political policies. Family formation, parenting, separation and divorce and aging are all examined. Family issues are also considered, including marriage and death rituals, work and
FOR 200 Field Trip Study provides an opportunity for students to experience diverse ecosystems, forest management practices, Indigenous perspectives, and land management issues in different regions of the province. Students will be active in co-creating ways to ensure their visits are grounded in respect, reciprocity and responsibility. Through this field trip experience, students will develop
FOR 250 Silviculture I is an introduction to Silviculture as it is traditionally viewed; the art and science of establishing and tending forests to meet sustainable environmental, social, and management objectives. It will prepare the student for immediate employment as a forest technologist through instruction in silviculture theory, the application of silvicultural treatments and the use of
FOR 251 Silviculture II advances students' understanding of silviculture and its application in British Columbia’s forest industry. Through experiential and land-based learning activities, students will examine stand dynamics, reforestation strategies, diverse Indigenous perspectives, and the use of silvicultural systems to meet management objectives. Students will explore both artificial and
FOR 253 Forest Policy and Resource Management provides an in-depth examination of the policy frameworks that shape forest management in British Columbia. Students will explore the legal, economic, and institutional foundations of forest policy, including timber tenure systems, timber valuation and appraisal processes, and key legislation such as the Forest and Range Practices Act. By examining
FOR 260 Applied Forest Hydrology and Engineering. This course covers the planning and establishment of natural resource road access including Total Chance Planning, assessing terrain stability and potential environmental impacts of road construction route reconnaissance, road location, survey, and design techniques and construction costing, road construction methods, bridges and drainage
FOR 261 Forest Harvesting is an in depth study of timber harvest systems and supporting technologies including: harvest planning, mapping and GIS analysis, environmental impacts, field engineering considerations and system costing. The course is designed to reinforce foundational skills such as field note taking, measurements and safety. Theoretical emphasis will be given to the phases of timber
FOR 265 Forest Measurements is a study of the policies and procedures used for timber cruising, product valuation, log scaling, and waste and residue assessment in British Columbia. Using timber valuation as a focal point, emphasis is placed on field data collection techniques, sampling methods, statistics and data compilation. The roles of the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource
FOR 271 Applied Ecology and Range Management provides enhanced and new skills and knowledge related to sustainable management of forest ecosystems. Ecological, operational, social, economic, and legislative considerations will be presented in this course. Emphasis will be on management strategies related to a number of ecological topics including; silvics, natural disturbance types, range
FOR 274 Forest Health consists of an extensive field examination of a wide range of prominent forest health agents and conditions. This includes field recognition, biology, ecological role and forest management implications of various forest insects, fungi and abiotic agents. Other topics include the recognition and management of invasive weed species, assessment of forest health agents in