Aurora College

STANDARD FIRST AID WITH CPR AND AED
2022-11-22 08:30 - 2022-11-23 17:00 (America/Inuvik) | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
There are two offerings of this St. John Ambulance course, which includes Standard First Aid with CPR Level C (adult/ infant/ child) and Automated External Defibrillation (AED). It is for those who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the home or workplace. A variety of topics are covered, from basic cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, CPR Level C and prevention of disease transmission, to more severe sudden medical conditions and injuries to the head and spine.

Date: November 22-23, 2022

Time: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM both days

Cost: $350.00

Instructor: Blyth and Bathe

Registration deadline: Thursday, November 10, 2022

BOOKKEEPER & FINANCIAL CLERK/ASSISTANT TRAINING – INTRO TO ACCOUNTING - Virtual Course
2022-11-15 09:00 - 2022-11-17 16:00
This class is designed to enhance the knowledge of people presently employed in a bookkeeping or finance position, or interested in pursuing a career in a bookkeeping position.

Course Description

This 3-day course looks at the theory and the steps involved in preparing books for a business or organization in the NWT. Using an accounting simulation consisting of actual source documents from a fictitious business, students will enter one month of financial transactions for a small company using the five-journal system. This course will show students who use a computerized software program what is actually happening behind the entry screens on their computer and will give them a better overall understanding of the accounting process. Please note: This class includes intensive, hands-on work that will require your full attention. It is strongly suggested that if you are participating in these on-line sessions, you take the class in an environment where you can focus solely on the class. You will need a calculator or adding machine for this session.

Course objectives

After completing this course, you will be able to:Better understand the accounting process used in the 5 Journal manual accounting system

Be familiar with the steps involved in the annual accounting cycleUnderstand the five account categories used in accountingUnderstand Debits & Credits

Dates: November 15 – 17, 2022Times: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Location: Aurora College, Yellowknife CampusInstructor: Heather LyonCost: 750.00

EXCEL EXTRAS - Virtual Courses
2022-11-10 09:00 - 12:00
You know the basics of the Excel program. Now learn about what else you can do to make working with this program even easier and more effective in this 3-hour session. Topics include:

Working with graphicsInserting a screenshotSorting & FilteringUsing hyperlinksUsing commentsDrop-down listsGrouping & SubtotalsQuick Analysis

Date: November 10, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – NoonCost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon

ABOUT EXCEL TRAINING – INSTRUCTOR-LED ONLINE SERIES

This series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises, students can complete the exercises on their own computer, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor.

MINUTE TAKING - Virtual Course
2022-11-08 09:00 - 16:00
This workshop is for people who are responsible for taking minutes in meetings. You will learn how to co-ordinate meetings, take minutes in formal and informal meetings, edit the minutes without altering content, and how to present, distribute and maintain the minutes most effectively. Topics include agenda preparation, minute taking styles & formats for different types of meetings, some basics on Rules of Order and motions, what to keep in, what to leave out, and more.

A. Your Role

Meeting PreparationWorking with the ChairRecordingDistribution

B. Meeting Preparation

Agenda PreparationNotifying & Confirming AttendancePreparing the Room

C. Working with the Chair

Improved CommunicationUnderstanding ObjectivesFollow-up and Approval

D. Recording

Minute Formats (narrative, action, resolution)Level of formalityEnhancing your listening skillsRules of OrderWhat to keep, what to leave outUsing a templateStaying “on track”Identifying decisions and action plansEditing and ProofreadingApprovals and Sign-offs

E. Distribution

Who gets a copy?Storing the originalPreparing for next meeting

Date: November 8, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Location: OnlineTuition: $300.00Instructor: Heather Lyon

PROJECT MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS
2022-11-07 08:00 - 2022-11-09 16:00 | Aurora Campus, Inuvik
During this face-to-face workshop you will examine project management from conceptualization through to final completion. You will learn how to set up an effective plan, apply project planning steps, develop the project plan and implement it, manage work in progress, monitor controls, and reporting status.

Date: November 7-9, 2022

Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day

Cost: $900.00

Instructor: Janet Dean, TangleTree Enterprises

Registration deadline: Friday, November 4, 2022

Open House - School of Trades, Apprenticeships & Industrial Training
2022-11-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
Let’s Talk Trades!

Join us at the Aurora College Thebacha Campus to learn about the exciting possibilities awaiting you in the School of Trades, Apprenticeships & Industrial Training!

Campus Tour – Get an inside peek into our extensive trads labs and facilities.

Meet the Instructors – Have a question about a career in trades? Our instructions will be on hand to help you find the answers you need!

Food & Fun – Come for the free snacks, stay for the great conversation!

Aurora CollegeThebacha Campus50 Conibear CrescentMain Foyer

For more information, contact:

Anson Daniels867-872-7574adaniels@auroracollege.nt.ca

Help us spread the word! Download a printable poster HERE!

WRITING & EDITING SKILLS - MAKING THE MESSAGE CLEAR - Virtual Course
2022-11-02 09:00 - 2022-11-03 16:00
Good business writing leads to good business decisions, which leads to good business. This course emphasizes business writing (letters, memos, emails, documents, web material) with the reader and readability in mind. In two days you will focus on new formats, writing style, tone, clarity, conciseness and results while exploring new skills and time saving approaches.

Spend less time writing and more time communicatingMotivate and persuade readers to take actionDevelop an active, objective and powerful writing styleWrite sensitive or negative messages in a positive wayUnderstand the importance of word choiceLearn the implications of FOIP in written documentationPrepare written information with objectivity and a results perspectiveDevelop time saving approaches to minute taking

Outline:

Why is writing so difficult to do?

Preparing to Write

PurposeAudienceTone

Choosing a Format

Emails/MemosBusiness LettersReportsAdvertising MaterialInstructional DocumentsHistorical Records

Putting it All Together

Start with an OutlineGreetings & IntroductionsMain body of the messageWrapping things upProof-reading & Editing

Effective and Efficient

Clear & SimpleVocabularySentence length & structureParagraph lengthReadabilityHeadingsLists/TablesPage NumberingUnderlining & ItalicsFont size and weightGraphics & Pictures

Mechanics of Writing

Correct word choiceCorrect spellingComma usageCapitalizationNumbersAbbreviationsLatin expressionsSubjects & VerbsColons & Semi-colons

Best Practices & Practical Application

Emails/MemosBusiness LettersReportsAdvertising MaterialInstructional DocumentsHistorical Records

Date: November 2 & 3, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Location: OnlineCost: $600.00Instructor: Heather Lyon

CHARTS & TABLES - Virtual Course
2022-10-27 09:00 - 12:00
In the Excel program, you can convert your data from a spreadsheet into a table and/or chart. Learn how you can turn dry financial and statistical information into a vibrant visual display that will have a powerful impact on your audience!

Charts vs. TablesCreating a chartChanging chart typesChanging chart layout and locationUsing sparklinesCreating a tableCreating a Pivot Table

Date: October 27, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – NoonCost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon

About Excel Training – Instructor-led Online SeriesThis series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises, students can complete the exercises on their own computer, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor.

CREATING OPPORTUNITIES WITH RESPECT & EMPATHY DE-ESCALATION – FACE TO FACE
2022-10-24 09:00 - 2022-10-25 16:00 | Yellowknife North Slave Campus, 5004 54 St, Yellowknife, NT, X1A2R6, Canada
Introduction

Introduction SequenceTraditional lecture vs. skill based learningDe-escalation OverviewGoals of the course

Part I: Realizing Expectations

Being a professional brings expectations from:– The organization, the public, the media and the courtsNatural reactions in the face of conflict – Fight, Flight or Freeze– Exceptions are those who benefited from: great parents, great mentors, the Anvil of Experience (making mistakes) or effective training Experience Alone is No Guarantee of Success – Ericsson’s 10,000 hr. principleIntergenerational Communication– For the first time, we are seeing Grandparents working on teams that contain persons their grandchildren’s age. Dr. Mary DonahoeThe Impact of Technology on Interpersonal Communication– Video Technology has created a new reality, the power of social media

Part II: It’s Not Personal!

Rationalizing the Irrational– People under the influence of negative emotions can appear irrational– Their attacks can be very personal and offensivePeople Don’t Mean What They Say …– Words and meanings can be (and usually are), completely different– We need to ignore the words and search for the correct meaningsDon’t Take the Bait – 80% of Complaints Stem from Our ReactionEGO Is the EnemyUltimately, that voice in our head that makes us do and say things that we never planned on doing or saying!Compliance vs. Cooperation – Separating attitude from behaviorThe Unanswered Question – the appropriate response to verbal resistance

Part III: The Learned Response Confidence In Conflict – Confidence comes from skill acquisition and skill development Aristotle – ‘Audiences Are Made, Not Found’ and the 3 Appeals Emotional Intelligence:Knowing who we are and what our role is (moral compass) Recognizing our emotions (and only perform the positive ones) Recognizing the emotions of others (empathy) Using this awareness to start building a relationship THE 93% RULE – It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it!

Breath! – Control your heart rate and prevent your emotions from ‘high jacking’ youC.O.R.E. Philosophy– By recognizing and controlling our negative emotions, we can now perform only positive emotions. This mindset allows us to see opportunity in conflict as we endeavor to maintain the high ground by showing respect and diffusing the other with empathyPROFESSIONAL RESPECT– Performed respect forms the basis of a healthy relationshipPROFESSIONAL EMPATHY– Essential for diffusing a difficult encounter – empathy absorbs tension

Part IV: Communication Essentials

Active Listening Revisited – Finding the meanings behind the wordsThe Power of Paraphrasing – the ultimate communication toolDigging Deeper – asking the appropriate questions at the appropriate timeProviding Real Options – The essence of persuasion

Part V: Practical Application

Personal Security Awareness– Imminent Jeopardy– ProxemicsDe-escalation Phrases – demonstrate that you are listening – refocus the contactC.O.R.E. PROCESS– Introduction Sequence– Clarify – ask the $1,000,000 question– Establish Context– tactfully minimize resistance, build upon credibility– Proceed OR Persuade – VerifyConcludeCase Study – application of C.O.R.E. techniques to actual eventsScenario Development – Practical application– Skill building – Introduction Sequence with De-escalation phrases– Skill building – Clarifying Sequence– Skill building – Putting it all together, no resistance– Skill building – Minimal Resistance – persuasion– Skill building – Medium Resistance – persuasion – VerifyThe Ethical Protector Creed and Closing Remarks

Date: October 24 & 25, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Cost: $600.00Instructor: Darcy Pennock

MANAGING MULTIPLE PROJECTS (5TH COURSE IN SERIES)
2022-10-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
This is the fifth course in the Project Management Certificate program. Balance the conflicting resource and priority demands of multiple cross-functional projects while maintaining the strategic values of your organization.

Date: Friday, October 21, 2022

Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Cost: $350.00

Instructor: Janet Dean, TangleTree Enterprises

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 29, 2022

ALIGNING AND DEVELOPING YOUR PROJECT TEAM (4TH COURSE IN SERIES)
2022-10-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
This is the fourth course in the Project Management Certificate program. In this course students will learn to build high-performance project teams through effective leadership and team communication.

Date: Thursday, October 20, 2022

Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Cost: $350.00

Instructor: Janet Dean, TangleTree Enterprises

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 29, 2022

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT AND PROJECT COMMUNICATION (3RD COURSE IN SERIES)
2022-10-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
This is the third course in the Project Management Certificate program. Stakeholder management is one of the most critical factors of project success. This course provides the project manager with an understanding of stakeholder management processes using proven tools and techniques for managing the stakeholders during the various phases of a project.

Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2022

Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Cost: $350.00

Instructor: Janet Dean, TangleTree Enterprises

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 29, 2022

MANAGING CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN PROJECTS (2ND COURSE IN SERIES)
2022-10-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
This is the second course in the Project Management Certificate program. During this workshop you will learn to improve the way your project team accomplishes tasks, and enhance their interpersonal and problem-solving skills. You will also identify operating stereotypes and other obstacles to communication.

Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2022

Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Cost: $350.00

Instructor: Janet Dean, TangleTree Enterprises

FORMATTING THE WORKSHEET - Virtual Course
2022-10-13 09:00 - 12:00
Make your Excel workbooks look professional and readable by learning how to properly format all the aspects of your spreadsheet. In this 3-hour session, you will learn how to work with:

Formatting dates & numbersCell alignmentFonts & sizesBordersColours and patternsFormat painterThemes & StylesConditional formatting

Date: October 13, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – NoonCost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon

ABOUT EXCEL TRAINING – INSTRUCTOR-LED ONLINE SERIES

This series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises, students can complete the exercises on their own computer, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor.

STANDARD FIRST AID WITH CPR AND AED
2022-10-11 08:30 - 2022-10-12 17:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
There are two offerings of this St. John Ambulance course, which includes Standard First Aid with CPR Level C (adult/ infant/ child) and Automated External Defibrillation (AED). It is for those who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the home or workplace. A variety of topics are covered, from basic cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, CPR Level C and prevention of disease transmission, to more severe sudden medical conditions and injuries to the head and spine.

Date: October 18-19, 2022

Time: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM both days

Cost: $350.00

Instructor: Blyth and Bathe

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 29, 2022

FORMULAS & FUNCTIONS - Virtual Course
2022-09-29 09:00 - 12:00
FORMULAS & FUNCTIONS

In this 3-hour session, learn how to set up formulas and functions to get the Excel program to do the math for you. Topics include:

Creating and editing formulasMathematical operatorsCommon functionsConditional functionsAbsolute & relative cell referencesProtecting your workbook

Date: September 29, 2022Time: 9:00 a.m. – NoonCost: $150.00Instructor: Heather Lyon

ABOUT EXCEL TRAINING – INSTRUCTOR-LED ONLINE SERIES

This series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises, students can complete the exercises on their own computer, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT FUNDAMENTALS (1ST COURSE IN SERIES)
2022-09-20 09:00 - 2022-09-22 16:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
This is the first course in the Project Management Certificate program, and is a prerequisite for the other nine courses. During this workshop you will examine project management from conceptualization through to final completion. You will learn how to set up an effective plan, apply project planning steps, develop the project plan and implement it, manage work in progress, monitor controls, and reporting status.

Date: September 20-22, 2022

Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day

Cost: $650.00

Instructor: Janet Dean, TangleTree Enterprises

Registration deadline: Friday, September 2, 2022

BOOKKEEPING / READING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
2022-09-19 08:00 - 2022-09-23 17:00 | Aurora Campus, Inuvik
This five-day face-to-face workshop covers the basics of setting up and operating a basic record keeping system for a business or organization in the NWT. In hands-on exercises, students will use an accounting simulation consisting of actual source documents from a fictitious business, students will enter financial transactions for a small company using the five-journal system. Students will go through the sections of basic financial statements including balance sheets, income statements and supporting documents to give you a thorough understanding of the information they contain. You will learn how to use common ratios used by lenders and investors to determine the health of your business, as well as ways to thoroughly analyze the information contained in the statements. This will allow you to manage your business through better use of your financial statements.

Date: September 19 -23, 2022

Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM every day

Cost: $900.00

Instructor: Heather Lyon, First Start Planning

Registration deadline: Thursday, September 15, 2022

STANDARD FIRST AID WITH CPR AND AED
2022-09-15 09:00 - 2022-09-16 17:00 | Aurora Campus, Inuvik
There are two offerings of this Canadian Red Cross course, which includes Standard First Aid with CPR Level C (adult/ infant/ child) and Automated External Defibrillation (AED). This is a comprehensive two-day course offering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certification in Standard First AID, CPR Level C.

Date: September 15 – 16, 2022

Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM both days

Cost: $350.00

Instructor: Dylan Carrie

Registration deadline: Tuesday, September 13, 2022

$350.00

INTRO TO EXCEL - Virtual Course
2022-09-15 09:00 - 12:00
This 3-hour session will introduce you to the capabilities of the MS Excel program. Learn the basics of what you can do with the powerful electronic spreadsheet program including:

Purpose of spreadsheetsMoving around the screenUsing the ‘Ribbon’Entering dataCreating basic formulasSelecting cellsWorking with workbooksViewing & printing

Date: September 15, 2022

Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon

Cost: $150.00

Instructor: Heather Lyon

ABOUT EXCEL TRAINING – INSTRUCTOR-LED ONLINE SERIES

This series of 3-hour sessions are delivered in a live, online session where students and the instructor can speak and interact with one another. Students will need a computer with internet access and a microphone/speakers for this class. A headset with a microphone is ideal, but not required. As the instructor demonstrates the exercises, students can complete the exercises on their own computer, providing they have a copy of the Excel program installed on their own computer. Otherwise, they are welcome to take the class and observe the instructor.

STANDARD FIRST AID WITH CPR AND AED
2022-09-13 09:00 - 2022-09-14 17:00 | Aurora Campus, Inuvik
There are two offerings of this Canadian Red Cross course, which includes Standard First Aid with CPR Level C (adult/ infant/ child) and Automated External Defibrillation (AED). This is a comprehensive two-day course offering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certification in Standard First AID, CPR Level C.

Date: September 13 – 14, 2022

Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM both days

Cost: $350.00

Instructor: Dylan Carrie

Registration deadline: Friday, September 9, 2022

$350.00

CANADIAN FIREARMS SAFETY COURSE (NON-RESTRICTED)
2022-09-10 08:30 - 2022-09-11 15:30 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
This Canadian Firearms Safety Course (CFSC) is for individuals wishing to acquire non-restricted firearms. Topics covered in the course include the evolution of firearms, major parts, types, and actions; basic firearms safety practices; ammunition; operating firearm actions; safe handling and carry procedures; firing techniques and procedures; care of non-restricted firearms; responsibilities of the firearms owner/user; and safe storage, display, transportation, and handling of non-restricted firearms.

Date: September 10-11, 2022

Time: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM both days

Cost: $350.00

Instructor: Blyth and Bathe

Registration deadline Friday, August 26, 2022

Free Time - Thebacha Campus
2022-08-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
Time to purchase Textbooks, get Student IDs, Registration, Payments etc.

Free Time - Yellowknife North Slave Campus
2022-08-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Yellowknife North Slave Campus, 5004 54 St, Yellowknife, NT, X1A2R6, Canada

Mental Health and Wellness Supports
2022-08-31 14:00 - 15:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith

Mental Health and Wellness Supports
2022-08-31 14:00 - 15:00 | Yellowknife North Slave Campus, 5004 54 St, Yellowknife, NT, X1A2R6, Canada
Northern United Place Auditorium

The First Six Weeks of College: How to Start off Right
2022-08-31 13:00 - 14:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith

First Six Weeks in College: What You Need to Succeed
2022-08-31 13:00 - 14:00 | Yellowknife North Slave Campus, 5004 54 St, Yellowknife, NT, X1A2R6, Canada

Fireside Lunch
2022-08-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Thebacha Campus, Fort Smith
Meet and greet with hotdogs and other treats.

Student Association Presentation and Interactive Activities
2022-08-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Yellowknife North Slave Campus, 5004 54 St, Yellowknife, NT, X1A2R6, Canada
