Studying at NSCC

You have a variety of different options for studying at NSCC including online courses, in the classroom during the day or at night, seminar and weekend sessions. While the College is working to expand the delivery options available to our learners, not every program can currently be taken on a part-time basis.

• Online Learning
• NSCC Online Learning is a dynamic learning environment where students access learning opportunities via the Internet. This forms the core of a flexible model that uses a blend of instructional methods to best meet your learning needs.
• You can find NSCC Online Learning at www.onlinelearning.nscc.ca

Continuing Education Courses
Through continuing education courses, we provide a variety of opportunities for lifelong learning, skills and technology upgrading, and recreational and cultural programming.
Continuing education courses are scheduled over three semesters:

• Fall Semester - September to December
• Winter Semester - January to April
• Spring/Summer Semester - April to July

Automotive Service Technician

Those courses include:

• Digital Storage Oscilloscope
• On Board Diagnostics
• Problem Solving Skills
• Diagnostics Evaporative Systems
• Problem Solving Skills
• Scan Tool Data
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Hybrid Vehicles

• Everything you need to know but were afraid to ask
• Service & Safety for Service Technicians

The current schedule is posted on our 'event calendar' on the left side menu

CARS OnDemand Computer-based Training

CARS' newest training tool, CARS OnDemand, provides internet-based training, including Technical and Business oriented programs, to the automotive aftermarket.

Training lessons are presented as two hour video-based instruction. All lessons include supplementary training materials, including Student Learning Guides and Exams that augment the learning experience.

Students can choose to participate in hundreds of training programs, at a schedule that best suits their needs. Programs are OnDemand; they can be taken at any time at the shop, at home, wherever the student wishes to learn.

For the list of courses:
www.cars-council.ca/ondemandIntro.aspx

To request more information, please fill out the form at:
www.cars-council.ca/IDLInfoRequest.aspx

I-CAR Training for the Collision Repair Industry

I-CAR Training is the most comprehensive industry training for the automotive Collision Repair industry. Utilizing class room, on-line and now interactive distance learning, experienced technicians stay apprised of the latest in technology and business management skills.

Learn more about I-CAR training at www.i-car.ca

Here is their Fall 2012 schedule.

A.T.A.'s Certified Safety Training Program:

Safety standards in the workplace are of growing concern. Personal injuries, time loss, costs for compensation and negative impact on productivity are reasons why our Industry needs to improve its track record. For information on Occupational Health & Safety Programs, Audits, Consultation Services, Training on First Aid, WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Accident Investigation, Due Diligence and much more specifically tailored to the automotive industry hosted in house, or offsite for multiple employers, please contact the ATA at 1-877-860-3805.