Seabird College is located on Seabird Island reserve near Agassiz, BC. It opened in 2010 to provide local First Nations community members and others access to college level education that incorporates Indigenous learning needs. The document outlines Seabird College's vision and various certificate, diploma, and apprenticeship programs in areas such as automotive collision repair, adult education, health care, business administration, and trades. Contact information is provided for those interested in the programs.
2. Where is Seabird College?
Located on Seabird Island reserve.
Found 5 minutes from Agassiz and 20 minutes from Chilliwack or Hope.
Physical Address: Mailing Address:
2812 Chowat Road, Agassiz, BC PO Box 650, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0
3. The Seabird Island Band exists to promote a healthier, self-
sufficient, self-governing, unified and educated community.
We believe that a healthy community is one that has achieved
physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and cultural balance.
We work towards building a community where communal pride and
respect are based on family values and respect for other people’s
values, views and ideas.
Seabird Island Band
4. Seabird College began as a dream of Seabird Island’s Chief Administrative
Officer, Chuck McNeil, and Grand Chief Archie Charles many years ago. They
dreamed that one day, Seabird Island would be able to have its community
members, and the members of our neighbouring communities, get a college
level education within their community and that this college education
would take into account the specific learning needs of our First Nations
people. In 2009 Seabird Island would achieve that goal.
After Seabird Island’s many partnerships with universities and colleges to
run programs within the community, Seabird Island decided it was now time
to take their biggest step in First Nations education and officially opened
Seabird College’s doors in 2010 and went on to achieve astonishing success
in 2011 when it would help 49 First Nations students graduate.
Seabird College opens its doors
5. Why Seabird College?
Seabird College is dedicated to teaching and learning. It has on
staff tutor available to help any student.
We believe that sound education rests on a commitment to a
code of academic integrity that stresses the principles of
honesty, trust, respect, fairness and responsibility.
We are committed to excellence and the highest standards.
By providing our students with our unique wrap-around services
we support them in achieving their academic and training goals.
At Seabird College every student is respected and valued.
We also provide transportation to and from classes for students
in various communities including: Chilliwack, Agassiz, Hope, and
Sts’ailes.
6. We believe that education should be specifically designed for
learners that require hands-on training to compliment their in-room
course work.
Since we opened our doors in 2008, Seabird College has assisted
learners of all ages achieve their educational goals by supporting
both the personal and career development needs of our students.
Our faculty, staff, and board members are passionate about each
student’s success and are committed to going the extra mile to
deliver the best service possible.
Our Vision
7. Seabird College and Adult Education is an accredited
private post-secondary institution under BC legislation.
We offer a unique opportunity to obtain your BC Adult Dogwood
(BC Ministry of Education) at any age through our innovative approach,
which enables you to get your academic courses along with a trade or
vocation.
To become accredited an institution must demonstrate educational
competence and integrity based on requirements set out by the
Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB).
Accredited Education
Seabird College
PTIB #3550
8. Our Programs and Courses at a glance
Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing
Adult Dogwood
Hairstyling and Introduction to Aesthetics
Business Administration
Construction Craft Worker (Introduction)
Early Childhood Education Care & Development Diploma
Education Assistant
Health Care Assistant
Heavy Equipment Operators (Preparatory)
Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation
NITEP: Indigenous Teacher Education Program
Introduction to Trades
Women in Trades
Welding Foundations
Professional and Management Skills Workshops
9. Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing
In Partnership with University of the Fraser Valley
Occupational Skills and Shop Safety
Tools, Guns, and Equipment
Vehicle Components, Construction, and Trim
MIG Welding, Sheet Metal Repair
Corrosion Repair & Protection
Surface Prep, Undercoats, Solvents, Top Coats
Masking Procedures
Paint Problems, Plastic Repairs and Treatments
Future Trends and Technological Changes
Collision Repair Level One Exam Prep and Exam
Automotive Refinishing Prep Level One Exam Prep and Exam
Program starts January 2018.
Register now to start funding applications.
10. Adult Dogwood
Its never too late to graduate!
The BC Adult Dogwood allows you, as an adult
learner, to return to and complete the BC Ministry
of Education secondary school requirements.
This will enable you to enter the workforce or to
enter into other post-secondary studies.
Prerequisites: 18 years of age as of the time of
graduation. Students can be under 18 under
special circumstances but they must be enrolled
in the regular Dogwood program.
Register now for September 2017
11. Hairstyling and Introduction to Aesthetics
Hairstylist and Aesthetics Introduction program will include
theory and practical work in a professional environment from
professionals in the industry.
Hair and Aesthetics Introduction
Hair and Skin Analysis
Hair Design and Shaping
Manicures and Pedicures
Gel Nails and Nail Art
and more!
Register now for September 2017.
Funding may be available to students that are under the age 19,
and have not yet graduated.
12. Health Care Assistant
In partnership with Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
This is a seven month course that provides over 500 hours of instructional time
and nearly 300 hours of clinical placements.
Health and Healing: Concepts for Practice
Health Care Assistant: Introduction to Practice
Health 1: Interpersonal Communications
Health 2: Lifestyle and Choices
Healing 1: Caring for Individuals Experiencing Common Health Challenges
Healing 2: Caring for Individuals Experiencing Cognitive or Mental Health
Challenges
Healing 3: Personal Care and Assistance (4 week course)
Clinical experiences (3 weeks each)
Practice experience in Home Support
Practice experience in Complex Care 1
Practice experience in Complex Care 2 (dementia care)
Register now for September 2017.
Funding available for First Nation students.
13. Business Administration
One year Certificate program that covers:
Three courses in Microsoft Office applications
One course in Marketing
Two courses in Accounting
What makes this program unique?
Beginners welcome
Evening classes
Go at your own pace
Non-text book based
Can work from home
Register now for September 2017.
Evening Classes in Chilliwack.
14. Construction Craft Worker (Introduction)
Partnership with Thompson Rivers University
Build the skills and knowledge you’ll need to enter the Construction
Craft industry. Program will cover:
A safe use of work practices
Use of tools and equipment
Work Organization
Site, concrete and road work
Scaffolding and access equipment
Utilities and pipeline
Funding maybe available to First Nation Students.
Students also have the option of completing Adult Dogwood in
September then beginning Construction Craft in April.
15. Early Childhood Education & Care Diploma
Partnership with Northern Lights College
Building Professional-Family Partnerships
Administration and Leadership in Early Childhood Education
Early Learning Framework
Principles and Practices
The Early Childhood Education Professional
Infants and Toddlers
Working with Children with Diverse Abilities
Interpersonal Communications
Essential Skills for Human Service Workers
Health, Safety and Nutrition
and much more, including practicums and curriculums
Currently in session. Register now for 2018 intake.
16. Education Assistant
This program prepares students for a career in supporting students with
diverse needs in K-12 classrooms. The program combines a range of courses
that provide a balance between a strong theoretical foundation and practical
experiences so students graduate well prepared to begin their career.
Role of education assistant
Learning styles, lesson plans
Cultural connections and perspectives
Reaching the hard to teach
Work experience
Register now for September 2017.
Evening classes in Chilliwack.
17. Heavy Equipment Operator (Preparatory)
Partnership with Thompson Rivers University
This program offers a combination of courses that will help
you upgrade your skills in order to apply to the Heavy
Equipment Operator program.
Safety
Basic maintenance
Equipment Operations
Site management
Students must have an ‘L’ driver’s licence or better.
This program will prepare graduates for the Heavy
Equipment Operator program which offers hands-on
equipment training for excavation and construction
equipment operators looking to get employed in the
forestry, mining, civil, road building, and oil and gas
sectors.
18. Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation
Partnership with UFV
This program teaches you how to service and repair
commercial equipment such as trucks, crawler units
and farm tractors.
Skills learned will include:
Using specialty equipment
Starting and moving selected vehicles
Servicing hydraulic systems, truck components,
track type equipment
Servicing work attachments, gas and diesel engine
support systems
Servicing air-brake systems
Basic oxy-acetylene and arc welding
Program starts January 2018
19. NITEP Program
Indigenous Teacher Education Program
Partnership with University of British Columbia
NITEP is a 5 year concurrent program with similar requirements for
both liberal education and pedagogical preparation to those
prescribed for students in the Elementary, Secondary, and Middle
Years 12-month options.
Although the program is designed for 5 years, many students choose
to complete the requirements in less time.
Prerequisites: High school diploma, including Math 11, and one
approved Science 11, English 12 or English First Peoples, and 3
additional grade 12 courses.
Register now for September 2017
Classes occur at Seabird College.
20. Bridging to Trades
In partnership with Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Learn about the different careers available, the qualifications
required to be successful, and the expectations of trades
professionals today. Students will also have the opportunity
to participate in hands-on experiences covering a variety of
trades (entry-level) skills.
Learn about skills and experiences in carpentry, electrical,
plumbing, and some welding.
Students can enter this program as part of their BC Adult
Dogwood or as graduates with a BC Adult Dogwood (grade 12).
While grade 12 is preferred, students may enter with a grade
10 minimum.
21. Welding Foundations
Partnership with Thompson Rivers University
This program is designed to provide foundations training for welding.
Students will learn about:
Foundations and occupational skills
Cutting and gouging processes
Fusion, braze, shielded metal arc, electric arc
Semi-automatic welding
Basic metallurgy
Welding drawings, layout and fabricate components
Submerged arc welding
Prerequisites: Grade 10 Math and English, Grade 12 preferred. If
students do not have grade 11 Math or grade 12 English, they will be
required to complete them as part of their program.
Currently in session. Register now for 2018 intake.
22. Women in Trades
This entry-level (pre-apprenticeship) trades exploration,
training and employment program is targeted at eligible
individuals who are under-represented in the trades
(Aboriginals, women, immigrants, and youth).
This program is also available for other eligible British
Columbians facing barriers to entering trades occupations.
Program will cover skills in a variety of trades, including
Carpentry
Plumbing
Electrical
Welding
And more
Register now for September 2017.
23. Short Courses & Professional Development
Food Safe
Cedar Weaving
Drum making
Medicinal Herbs
Basic Chainsaw Operation
Danger Tree Assessor
Fire Arm Safety
First Aid
Forest Fire Suppression
Pipeline Construction Safety
WHMIS
Personal Wellness
Grief and Loss
Leadership
Effective Discipline
24. Contact Seabird College
Phone: 604-796-6839 Toll Free: 1-800-788-0322
Email: admissions@seabirdcollege.ca
Web: www.seabirdcollege.ca
Seabird College
Shannon Chapman
Marketing and Outreach Coordinator
Phone: 604-796-6830
Email: schapman@seabirdisland.ca