Yellowhead Tribal College facts for kids
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| Type | Private |
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| Established | 1986 |
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10045 156 Street NW
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Edmonton Alberta
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Canada
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Yellowhead Tribal College is a special school in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It is managed by four First Nations groups that are part of Treaty 6. These groups are the Alexander First Nation, O'Chiese First Nation, Sunchild First Nation, and Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation. Yellowhead Tribal College welcomes all adults who want to learn and grow.
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The Story of Yellowhead Tribal College
Yellowhead Tribal College (YTC) began in 1986. It was created by the Yellowhead Tribal Council. The main goal was to help its member First Nations get the education they needed. This also helped them grow socially, politically, and economically.
The college's first regular education program started in 1984. It was called the University College and Entrance Preparation Program (UCEPP). This program helped students get ready for college. Over time, this small program grew a lot.
Now, YTC offers its own approved courses. Students can earn certificates, diplomas, and even degrees. The college also works with other well-known schools. These include Athabasca University, MacEwan University, and the University of Alberta. It also partners with other tribal colleges like Blue Quills First Nations College and Maskwacis Cultural College.
All courses at YTC include content about First Nations and Aboriginal cultures. Students get a special learning experience. They learn using Aboriginal teaching methods. The college also provides student support that fits their culture.
Yellowhead Tribal College is part of a group called the First Nation & Adult Higher Education Consortium. This group helps its members offer good education for adults. This education is fully guided by First Nations people.
What You Can Study at YTC
Students at Yellowhead Tribal College learn from teachers and professors. These educators often come from partner universities and colleges. YTC offers many different study programs.
Popular Programs at Yellowhead Tribal College
- Four Directions Literacy and Essential Skills Program: This helps improve reading, writing, and other key skills.
- Administrative Assistant Certificate: Teaches skills for office work.
- Academic Upgrading: Helps students improve their grades to meet college requirements.
- University & College Preparation (UCEP): Gets students ready for university or college.
- University Studies Diploma (USD): A two-year program for general university studies.
- Management Studies Diploma (MSD): Teaches skills for managing businesses or organizations.
- Early Childhood Development (ECD): Focuses on how young children grow and learn.
- Information Technology Certificate / Program: Teaches about computers and technology.
- Indigenous Social Work: Helps students learn to support communities and families.
- Indigenous Educational Assistant Program: Prepares students to help teachers in classrooms.
- Off Campus Student Support: Provides help for students who are not living on campus.
- Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR) Program: Helps students get credit for what they already know from life or work experience.
The Yellowhead Tribal College Library
The library at Yellowhead Tribal College helps the school achieve its goals. It supports all the courses offered. It also helps promote First Nations culture through its books and programs. Students can find books and resources on many subjects. These include history, social studies, business, science, education, and health.
The library has a large collection of Aboriginal materials. This includes books, reference guides, journals, videos, and language resources. The YTC Library also connects with other library networks. It is part of the Lois Hole Campus Alberta Digital Library (LHCADL). It also joins the First Nations Information Connection (FNIC). The YTC Library is a member of The Alberta Library (TAL).
See also
External links
- School website
