NorQuest College
NorQuest College places a high value on inclusivity and diversity, with students from more than 84 countries at the college. The school consults with industry, business and public-sector leaders to develop its diploma and certificate programs in health, community studies, business, technology, hospitality and more. NorQuest also offers professional development training for adult students.
The college’s main campus is located in downtown Edmonton, and features some of Canada’s largest health-care aide and practical nursing programs. Students can apply their learning at the Olson Centre for Health Simulation. NorQuest also has a secondary campus in Wetaskiwin, making learning more accessible for rural students.
A $4-million investment from the Alberta government has allowed NorQuest to begin planning a new career skills centre on the college’s downtown campus, which will improve education quality.
Applied research at NorQuest focuses on community and social innovation. The Colbourne Institute for Inclusive Leadership is a leader in integrated, intercultural applied research, education resource development and customized training solutions. The Rupertsland Institute Métis Student Centre opened in 2023, providing services to Métis students and an opportunity for all to engage with Métis culture.
Quick facts
School size:
Mid-sized
Tuition:
Diploma $5,700-$10,200
Certificate $4,100-$8,200
Post-Grad $4,800-$8,300
Residence offerings:
No
Popular programs
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada
Practical Nursing Diploma
Business Administration Diploma
Early Learning and Child Care Diploma
Cool options
Machine Learning Analyst: Developed as a part of the Alberta AI Pathways Partnership, this diploma program prepares students to enter the artificial intelligence and machine learning workforce.
Settlement Studies: In these programs, students skills needed to work effectively with newcomers to Canada, developing strategies for empowering clients.
Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant: This program provides students with knowledge to be occupational and physical therapy assistants and incorporates skills in speech language therapy and therapeutic recreation.