SEATS AVAILABLE for the following NVIT courses at Nuxalk College:

FNWS 206, First Nations Women’s Artistic Traditions, Mar 3 – 8, Mar 10 - 14 online, Instructor - Angela Merasty

Course Details

This course, by way of participatory methods and experiential methods, will survey the artistic expressions of First Nations women which allows for a new approach to understanding First Nations cultures. Further, this course will examine both the spiritual and political themes inherent in First Nations women's cultural expression. This course is predicated on the notion that creativity resides in all of us, thus, artistic ability (as generally defined) is not a prerequisite.

FNWS 208, Women’s Activism, Apr 7 – 12, Apr 14 – 18 online, Instructor - Angela Merasty

Course Details

This course is a cross-cultural study, from a multidisciplinary perspective regarding the history and philosophy of the women's activism on a global scale. It offers an introduction to the lives and achievements of women in a range of cultural milieu whose theorizing and activism has changed the position of women in those societies and thus our own. It will cover a wide range of issues related to the lives of the women and cultures featured. The course will cover the conditions and circumstances affecting the lives of women in various historical and social contexts. It will include discussion of issues such as female bonding, leadership, and women's goals and strategies to achieving them within local, national, and global contexts. Students are recommended to take FNWS 100 prior to enrolling in this course.

SOCI 262, Culture and Identity, May 5 – 10, May 12 - 16 online, Instructor - TBA

Course Details

This course is an introduction to the Aboriginal people's philosophies, belief systems, spiritual and cultural traditions of Aboriginal peoples within Canada. Assimilation policies and practices that have impacted Aboriginal people's identities will be examined.

ENGL 222, Survey of Indigenous Literature From Canada, June 2-7, June 9-14 online, Noah Chenoweth

Course Details

This course will survey indigenous literature and oral traditions of First Nations writers and orators in Canada.

SOCW 200a, Intro to Social Work Practice, July 7 – 12, July 14 – July 18 Online, Instructor - Marcia Mejia-Blanco

Course Details

This course will introduce students to the knowledge, skills and values that provide a basis for generalist social work practice, from a dual perspective: First Nations and non-First Nations. The course will examine the various levels and settings of social work practice, including individual, family and community systems, and informal helping with particular emphasis on practice in rural communities. The course will assist students to evaluate their interests and capacities for entering the profession of social work.

SOCW 200b, Intro to Social Welfare in Canada, Aug 11-16, Aug 18-22 Online, Instructor - Marcia Mejia-Blanco

Course Details

An introduction to and analysis of major social policies and programs in Canada. Emphasis will be given to policies in income security, corrections, health, family and children, and housing and will include an examination of the role of the social worker in formulating policy.

Possession and Acquisition License Courses

Course #1 - 3 seats available/12 seats, Thursday March 27, 2025 to Friday March 28, 2025. We will take names for the standby list for course #1.

Course #2 - 2 seats available/12 seats, Saturday March 29, 2025 to Saturday March 30, 2025. We will take names for the standby list for course #2.

WHERE: Nuxalk College, Nuxalk Practical Arts Centre (NPAC) 490A Mackenzie Street, Bella Coola, BC

TIME:

DAY 1 of 2 of PAL Course

09:00 am - Module 1 to 4

10:00 am - Break 10 minutes.

10:15 am - Module 5 to 7

12:00 am - Lunch Break.

1:00 pm - Lesson 8 to 11.

3:00 pm - Practical Learning and Questions.

DAY 2 of 2 of PAL Course

09:00 am - Quick Review of Modules.

10:00 am - Start the written exam – 30 minutes to an hour.

10:30 am - Short Break 20 minutes.

11:30 pm - Start the individual practical testing. It takes 20 minutes/person.

5:30 pm - Approximate time to finish practical for everyone.

Call: Nuxalk College, 250.799.0038