Distance Learning Resources and Services

At NorQuest we recognize the unique challenges that distance learners face. NorQuest has worked hard to develop superior resources that are designed to be accessible and convenient for distance learners. Program and course assistance is also available by telephone, the Internet, or e-mail.

NorQuest takes pride in the level of support services we offer to ensure the success of our students. These services range from helping our learners with personal or financial difficulties to assisting NorQuest graduates access the job market.

College Support for Distance Students

Aboriginal Student Support Services

Contact 780-644-6130

The Aboriginal Student Advisor is available for conusltation if you are experiencing personal or college-related difficulties, or if you need help with any of the following:

• Completing the application process, identifying funding options, or career planning
• Connecting with instructors, counsellors, student advisors, admissions personnel, and funding agencies
• Gathering information on Aboriginal awards, scholarships, and bursaries

The Aboriginal Student Advisor is also responsible for the following:

• Recommends and assesses eligibility for provincial student funding
• Case manages band-funded students
• Organizes various cultural events throughout the year, including the Annual Round Dance and Aboriginal Awareness Day
  

Bookstore Outlet

Call (780) 644-6195

Counselling Services

For information: (780) 644-5800
Room 324, Main Building, Downtown Campus

NorQuest College offers professional and confidential counselling at no cost to all students and staff. Our counsellors possess a wide range of expertise and knowledge as psychologists and educators.

Counsellors can help you with problems and issues that affect academic achievement, personal growth, and career development, including:

• Personal – Stress, self-esteem, interpersonal communications, family issues, addictions, anger, finances and budgeting, and motivation
• Crisis – Bereavement, illness, assault, harassment, suicide, and depression
• Education – Course planning and study skills (note taking, memory strategies, exam preparation, test anxiety, test-taking strategies)
• Vocational – Career choice, and interest and personality testing
• Referral – Referral to other NorQuest services or to community agencies

The counselling office is open from 8:15 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday. Call or drop in to book an appointment. Services are also available at our Stony Plain and Wetaskiwin Campuses.

Health Services

Contact: Health Nurse (780) 644-6130

You are required to update any required immunizations through a Public Health Unit. The College Heath Services Department provides influenza (flu) immunizations, and emergency medical and health counselling to the distance student by appointment.

Library

Contact: (780) 644-6070

Although the print study guides, course modules and textbooks contain all of the required program information, additional resources may be accessed from the downtown campus. Resources may be searched using a computerized catalogue and obtained from other libraries via inter-library loan if required.

You will be issued a NorQuest College Library Card and an Alberta Library Card following the official acceptance into our Distance Education Programs.

NorQuest College Library

Student Employment and Career Services

Phone: (780) 644-6160 or email

Employment Services assists you to develop the skills necessary to seek and obtain employment. These services are available over the phone and by e-mail and include:

• Self-assessment of job skills
• Job search techniques
• Resume and cover letter writing
• Completion of application forms
• Interview preparation

Student Intranet

Campus Life is an online resource centre containing information on College programs, services and resources, links to online courses, and a calendar of events. The intranet has links to useful resources on the Internet, including career planning, study skills, student finance, phone directories, dictionaries, and much more.

Last updated: April 29, 2008