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Faculty of Business and Applied Arts
 Aquaculture
 Business Management - Transfer your credits to Cape Breton University
 Business Management/Human Resource Management
 Hospitality Management - Graduates eligible for transfer credits to Cape Breton University
 Office Administration
 Office Technology Enhancement
 Travel and Tourism
Faculty of Information Technology
 Computer Studies
 Geographic Information Systems
 Information Systems Security Specialist
 Network Design and Management - Graduates Eligible to transfer credits to Cape Breton Un iversity.
 PC Repair
Faculty of Healthcare and Human Services
 Child and Youth Care Worker*
 Dental Assisting II
 Early Childhood Education
 Esthetics
 Funeral Director and Embalmer
 Medical Transcriptionist
 Occupational Health and Safety
 Personal Care Attendant/Home Support Worker
 Pharmacy Technician
 Speech Language Pathology Assistant
 Therapeutic Recreation
Post Graduate Studies
 Human Resource Management
Independent Programs
 Adult Basic Education
 Career Preparation
 Continuing Education Division
 Corporate Training
 Professional Pet Groomer
 Sales and Service Associate
 Spell Read
Faculty of Trades
 Carpenter
 Commercial Transport
 Construction Electrician
 Hairstylist
 Heavy Equipment Operator - Classes starting soon in Burin!
 Insulator (Heat and Frost) - Classes starting soon!
 Steamfitter/Pipefitter
 Welder
Faculty of Business and Applied Arts
Aquaculture
Program Description:
This 56-week program is designed to introduce students to the history of aquaculture, to give them an overview of the state of the aquaculture industry today and to prepare them in all facets of this quickly developing industry. Due to the physical nature of the industry this training will require both theoretical and practical approaches. Upon completion students will have the necessary skills to become proficient aquaculture technicians with the opportunity to obtain long-term employment in one of the fastest growing industries in the province. Students will also have the ability to pursue and establish his or her own aquaculture operation.

Keyin College is pleased to announce our articulation agreement with the Nova Scotia Agriculture College (NSAC). Graduates of the Keyin College Aquaculture program will receive advanced standing credits towards their Bachelor of Science (Aquaculture) program at the NSAC. This unique partnership will create the opportunity for you to further your studies at Atlantic Canada's only comprehensive Bachelor of Science program in Aquaculture. Visit www.nsac.ca for more information on the Nova Scotia Agriculture College.

In addition to the following courses and workshops will be included in the training program:

MED-A3 Operator Proficiency
Basic First Aid
Small Boat Safety
Radio Operators Workshop

Press Release:

The following is an excerpt from a recent Government of Newfoundland and Labrador press release:

Through federal, provincial and private sector investments in excess of $155 million, Newfoundland and Labrador’s farmed salmon production is about to triple and over 200 new full-time, year-round jobs will be created. Additional indirect jobs will also be created in the aquaculture processing, supply and service sectors. “This is truly a great day for our province and the aquaculture industry in Newfoundland and Labrador,” said Tom Rideout, Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture. “We are witnessing the coming of age of an industry and new hope for rural communities.”

Fisheries and Aquaculture
October 27, 2006
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Business Management - Transfer your credits to Cape Breton University
Program Description:
This 88-week program will train students in all facets of business management, marketing, financial management, entrepreneurial, enterprise development, communicative, technological, and managerial skills. It is a highly case-driven curriculum, allowing the students the opportunity to apply the various management skills they will acquire throughout the duration of the program.

Graduates of Keyin College’s Business Management, Computer Studies, Network Design and Management or Information Systems Security Specialist programs will be awarded 60 of the required 120 credit hours towards their respective Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) or Bachelor of Technology Information (BTI) degrees, to be completed at Cape Breton University. For more information please contact one of our Career Counsellors.

Testimonial:

“I was involved in business in one form or another most of my adult life but did not have the diploma to show what I was capable of. I was in my late 30’s and although college presented its own set of challenges, Keyin had a great atmosphere for learning and a strong supportive teaching staff which enabled me to complete the 16 month Business Management course and graduate at the top of my class. In hindsight, I now realize how important going back to school was. Taking that step was truly the turning point in my life and it has given me the much needed knowledge and confidence to succeed.”

“If there is a message I would like to pass on to those considering going back to school, choose Keyin College, determine to succeed and get involved in your community.”

Roger Robinson
Station Manager, Rogers Television
President, Gander & Area Chamber of Commerce
Gander, NL
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Business Management/Human Resource Management
Program Description:
In addition to the two-year Business Management program, Keyin College now offers a three-year Business Management/ Human Resource Management program that incorporates the entire Business Management curriculum supplemented by course material in the dynamic field of Human Resource Management. In the third year, students will have the opportunity to specialize in human resources, which will address such topics as recruiting, training, creating compensation/benefit packages, and employee relations.

Graduates of Keyin College’s Business Management, Computer Studies, Network Design and Management or Information Systems Security Specialist programs will be awarded 60 of the required 120 credit hours towards their respective Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) or Bachelor of Technology Information (BTI) degrees, to be completed at Cape Breton University. For more information please contact one of our Career Counsellors.

Testimonial:

“This course proved to be both demanding and rewarding. My success can only be attributed to the support I received from my family and dedicated professional staff and instructors at Keyin College. During my time at Keyin College, I made lasting friendships with both staff and fellow students. My success came when I was offered a full time job before the completion of my work term. I have and will continue to recommend Keyin College as the first choice to continue an education because I know they have a dedicated staff that will prepare students to meet the challenges of today’s workplace.”

Bert Noseworthy
Crewing Coordinator
Canship Ugland Ltd.
St. John’s, NL
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Hospitality Management - Graduates eligible for transfer credits to Cape Breton University
Program Description:
This 88-week program will give you the leadership skills you'll need to eventually become a manager, supervisor or successful entrepreneur in the dynamic industry of hospitality and tourism. If you enjoy working with people and have a desire to work in a fast-paced environment, then this is the program for you. This program prepares individuals for careers in hospitality tourism by focusing on the skills, competencies, and attitudes necessary to meet the needs of this industry. The program combines practical, theoretical and experiential learning through the classroom, work terms, and the opportunity to actually apply your skills on location with our program partner, a leading hotel chain in the province. The curriculum is designed to meet the standards established by the Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council and the provincial hospitality tourism industry.

Trained Hospitality Professionals are in Demand in Newfoundland and Labrador!

“…it is known from future supply projections that greater emphasis will need to be placed on the training of managers in food service and accommodations as well as the training of food and beverage service workers…new programs will need to be developed and delivered throughout the province as a means of improving the ability of all tourism workers to interact with visitors in a positive and professional manner…”

Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism Industry
Labour Market Analysis
Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador
March 2006
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Office Administration
Program Description:
This program will provide the student with multidisciplinary training to work in a variety of professional environments. Graduates will have developed personal and professional competencies and skills in administrative procedures, accounting, business research, communications, english, economics, machine transcription, business psychology, records management, and computer software programs. Students will also acquire skills in the specialty fields of medical and legal.

Testimonial:

“Keyin College has provided me with the education and skills I needed to obtain a fulfilling career as payroll administrator at Duck Pond Mine.”

Tammy Jones
Payroll Supervisor
Teckminco, Duck Pond Mine
Millertown, NL
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Office Technology Enhancement
Program Description:
This program is designed as a refresher program for individuals needing to enhance their computer applications and office administration skills. Individuals enrolling in the Office Technology Enhancement 36-week program will have prior computer training and/or work experience in a computerized office environment. The course is designed such that individuals who have been out of work for a period of time can refresh their skills in order to successfully return to the workforce. Students are given training in the latest in software, Internet, and clerical office procedures.

Testimonial:

“Although I had some previous experience in the field of office technology, I had been out of the field for some time. With the emergence of new technology and software I had to update my skills in order to make me more employable. Choosing Office Technology Enhancement gave me the skills needed to find employment here at Keyin College in Carbonear. A great place to study….A great place to work!!”

Debbie Penney
Student Services Coordinator
Keyin College Carbonear Campus
Carbonear, NL
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Travel and Tourism
Program Description:
The Travel and Tourism program offered at Keyin will train students in the many facets of the industry. It is designed incorporating guidelines established by ACCESS - the national organization that recommends curriculum guidelines for national certification of Travel Counsellors. The program provides exposure to many aspects of the industry including travel counseling, airlines, reservations, hotels, sales, and marketing.
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