PART-TIME | INTERLAKE CAMPUS PERPP-NA Personal/Professional Development

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Overview

  • Classroom and online delivery
  • Transfer credit opportunity: credit toward various RRC Polytech certificate programs

Description

Discover the fun of learning with a wide range of personal interest and professional courses to enhance your skills in a variety of areas.

Whether you are looking to improve your academic skills, pursue a topic of special interest, or learn from the experts at our professional workshops, there is something for you.

 

Courses and Descriptions

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Term 1Credit Hours
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COMP-9386Infographics
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BUSA-1080Keyboarding
1
PDEV-1080WEVAS
1
Electives
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
In addition to Transfer of Credit from a recognized post secondary institution, other RPL processes are available for RPL courses. Click here for more information. For courses with no RPL, please check www.rrc.ca/rpl for additional contact information.
ADEV-9005Android Mobile Development
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This micro-credential course introduces mobile software development. Students will study native application development for the Android platform. The course will cover basic user-interface creation including dialog boxes, toast notifications and event-driven programming. Students will become familiar with the Android Studio integrated development environment (IDE) to develop basic apps. Students will apply JSON data from HTTP application programming interfaces (APIs) to present data from and API to a user. Students will use an Android emulator to run and test a mobile app on their computers.


This is the first mobile computing micro-credential in Manitoba.

Career opportunities:

By completing the course, students will have an introduction to Android mobile app development that can be used as a first step in starting or building on a career to become a:
  • Software Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • Junior Developer
  • Full-Stack Developer
  • Front-End Developer
  • React Developer
  • Mobile Developer
  • Product Designer
  • Application Developer
Salaries for these positions typically range from $53,000 to $114,000.

Prerequisites:

  • Basic Java programming skills. (OOP concepts)
  • Familiarity with REST APIs.
System requirements:

Please see the system requirements listed on the Android Developers website.

Employee registration:

If you are sponsoring employees to attend the course, see the Sponsorship Authorization for Part-time Students form on the Student Records and Forms page.

ADEV-9006Android Mobile Development - Alumni
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This micro-credential course introduces mobile software development. Students will study native application development for the Android platform. The course will cover basic user-interface creation including dialog boxes, toast notifications and event-driven programming. Students will become familiar with the Android Studio integrated development environment (IDE) to develop basic apps. Students will apply JSON data from HTTP application programming interfaces (APIs) to present data from and API to a user. Students will use an Android emulator to run and test a mobile app on their computers.

This is the first mobile computing micro-credential in Manitoba.

Note: The discounted course fee that appears on this page is only available to RRC alumni. If you are not an alumnus, please register using this page.

Career opportunities:

By completing the course, students will have an introduction to Android mobile app development that can be used as a first step in starting or building on a career to become a:

  • Software Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • Junior Developer
  • Full-Stack Developer
  • Front-End Developer
  • React Developer
  • Mobile Developer
  • Product Designer
  • Application Developer

Salaries for these positions typically range from $53,000 to $114,000.

Prerequisites:

  • Basic Java programming skills. (OOP concepts)
  • Familiarity with REST APIs.

System requirements:

Please see the system requirements listed on the Android Developers website.

Employee registration:

If you are sponsoring employees to attend the course, see the Sponsorship Authorization for Part-time Students form on the Student Records and Forms page.

ASLD-1010ASL Bridging 1
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This course is designed for American English Sign Language and Deaf Studies (ASDP) Certificate students as well as individuals that have some experience with ASL. The course offers the opportunity to maintain and enhance ASL by progressing from common concrete communications, communicative events and interactions, to language usage expressing abstract ideas. Emphasis is placed on the comprehension and production of increasingly complex linguistic structure  with a focus on dialogue and conversational expressions. 

ASLD-1011American Sign Language 1
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This introductory course is designed for students with little or no knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL). Students will learn the basic skills required to communicate with Deaf people and some rules of ASL grammar and syntax. Students will be exposed to everyday communications such as greetings and introductions and exchanging basic information. An introduction to Deaf culture and the Deaf Community will also be provided. 

ASLD-1012American Sign Language 2
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This course is a study of American Sign Language designed to increase the student’s proficiency in intermediate ASL communication skills with emphasis on comprehension and conversation skills, cultural awareness, grammatical features, facial expressions, and vocabulary development. This course will provide a continued focus on developing the student’s insight into the culture and community of Deaf people.

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ASLD-1013American Sign Language 3
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This course is a study of American Sign Language designed to increase the student’s proficiency in ASL communication skills with emphasis on comprehension and conversation skills, cultural awareness, grammatical features, facial expressions, numbers and vocabulary development and the use of Spatial spaces. This course builds upon the student’s knowledge of ASL and Deaf culture and community. 

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ASLD-1014ASL Bridging 2
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This course is a continuation of ASLD-1010 ASL Bridging and is designed for American English Sign Language and Deaf Studies (ASDP) Certificate students as well as individuals that have some experience with ASL. The course offers the opportunity to maintain and enhance ASL by progressing from common concreate communications, communicative events and interactions, to language usage expressing abstract ideas. Emphasis is placed on the comprehension and production of increasingly complex linguistic structure with a focus on dialogue and conversational expressions. It is suggested that you take this course if you have already completed ASLD-1010. 

ASLD-1015ASL Bridging 3
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This course is a continuation of ASLD-1010 ASL Bridging and ALD-1014 ASL Bridging 2 and is designed for American English Sign Language and Deaf Studies (ASDP) Certificate students as well as individuals that have some experience with ASL. The course offers the opportunity to maintain and enhance ASL by progressing from common concreate communications, communicative events and interactions, to language usage expressing abstract ideas. Emphasis is placed on the comprehension and production of increasingly complex linguistic structure with a focus on dialogue and conversational expressions. It is suggested that you take this course if you have already completed ASLD-1010 and ASLD-1014.

BUSA-1080KeyboardingRPL
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Students will learn the skills to become proficient in Keyboarding; typing 40 words per minute with three errors or less.

BUSA-9023Managing Productivity
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Whether you are measuring and documenting your own productivity or managing the productivity of others, learn the four new management systems and procedures to maximize productivity at work. Move your skill set from the last century’s system of managing time to this century’s system of managing productivity.

With a growing number of people in the workforce working remotely, only these four new management systems allow you to successfully manage both on-site and remote workers.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will:
  • Be able to rewrite job descriptions for greater productivity.
  • Understand the new environment of workplace outcomes rather than inputs.
  • Know how to produce written weekly reports that measure productivity.
  • Have the skill set to manage others' productivity, whether they work from a distance or in a central location.
Duration: 16 hours self-directed over 1 month.

BUSA-9029Graphic Design for Visual Presentations
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Make your visual presentations look professional and communicate effectively. Get the latest and most advanced techniques on graphic design principles, including page layout, typography and basic design considerations. Take away skills to create an effective and beautiful visual presentation on any presentation software program that you choose.


Upon successful completion of the course, you will:
  • Understand the difference between good and poor design.
  • Utilize simple typographic, color, layout principles.
  • Choose proper images and illustrations for your project.
  • Analyze a professional designer's work and learn from them.
  • Understand brand identity standards and how to use them.
  • Discover the relationships between concept and theme.
Duration: 16 hours self-directed over 1 month.

BUSA-9076Virtual-Hybrid Leadership Fundamentals
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The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly impacted the way people work and communicate. In this micro-credential course, leaders will examine the difference between virtual and hybrid work environments and how to adjust leadership styles and strategies for each. Leaders will learn how to communicate, collaborate, and engage with teams in a virtual or hybrid work environment. Leaders will acquire the knowledge, tools, and skills to lead, motivate, and build productive virtual and hybrid teams. Leaders will also explore how to create a cohesive team culture while leading virtual and hybrid projects and meetings.




Course Overview

  • Duration: 20 hours.
  • Delivery: Online.
  • Credential awarded: RRC Polytech micro-credential in the form of a digital badge that can be shared online and with employers.
Learning Outcomes

By the end of this micro-credential course, students will be able to: 

  • Explain how the workplace trends are shifting since pre-pandemic levels.
  • Describe how to communicate effectively as a leader.
  • Outline how to apply critical thinking skills to understand and address situations.
  • Discuss how to apply self-awareness and effective listening strategies to lead virtual and hybrid teams.
  • Analyze how to direct, motivate, and ensure accountabilities on teams in any setting.
  • Discuss how to provide constructive feedback to team members using a coaching approach in any setting.
  • Create a plan to build a cohesive team culture in any setting.
  • Apply SMART goals to achieve business objectives for virtual and hybrid teams.
  • Explain how to apply project management fundamentals in virtual and hybrid projects.
  • Plan how to lead effective meetings for any type of audience.
  • Plan the delivery of an engaging presentation in virtual and hybrid situations.
  • Discuss a leader’s role in how to promote work-life balance in virtual or hybrid work environments.

CADD-1005AutoCAD Fundamentals
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This course introduces students to the knowledge and skills necessary to produce 2D technical drawings using AutoCAD computer aided design (CAD) methods. Students will gain an understanding of construction and engineering drawing conventions, annotation methods, scaling and the fundamental tools and techniques using Autodesk AutoCAD software. Furthermore, students will examine how to add and modify objects, text, dimensions, hatching and blocks through the completion of moderately complex, two-dimensional working drawings using both imperial and metric units. This course is a prerequisite for CADD-1015 AutoCAD Intermediate.


Each of the three AutoCAD micro-credential courses award an official RRC Polytech digital badge that can be shared on social media, with a fourth badge awarded for completing all three of the micro-credentials.

CADD-1015AutoCAD Intermediate
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This course introduces students to the knowledge and skills necessary to produce 2D technical drawings using advanced tools in AutoCAD computer aided design (CAD). Building upon the concepts learned in AutoCAD Fundamentals, students will gain an understanding of annotative scaling, layouts, scaled viewports, viewport management, block attributes and dynamic blocks using Autodesk AutoCAD software. Furthermore, students will be introduced to the use and management of external references, tables and templates. Students will complete two-dimensional working drawings using both imperial and metric units.


Each of the three AutoCAD micro-credential courses award an official RRC Polytech digital badge that can be shared on social media, with a fourth badge awarded for completing all three of the micro-credentials.

CADD-2004AutoCAD Advanced
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This course builds upon the concepts learned in the AutoCAD Intermediate Micro-credential. Students will practice using advanced AutoCAD tools when preparing two-dimensional (2D) technical documents including sheet sets, automation tools, text fields, layer management, Customization of the User Interface (CUI) and parametric drawing. They will be introduced to the processes and strategies for publishing and transmitting technical documents through standard industry methods of collaboration. Students will complete 2D drawings in AutoCAD using both imperial and metric units along with projects demonstrating the use of advanced tools and processes using AutoCAD.


Each of the three AutoCAD micro-credential courses award an official RRC Polytech digital badge that can be shared on social media, with a fourth badge awarded for completing all three of the micro-credentials.

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COMM-1142Writing for the Web
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Learn how clarity, arrangement and purpose-driven content can make your web writing more authentic and effective.

You will be introduced to sound web writing principles and discussions on how technologies, interfaces, and data are impacted by the choices you make. Exercises, assignments, and case scenarios encourage you to develop skills in captioning photos, incorporating links, writing FAQ pages and more. The projects are designed to help you learn how to organize content, define writing purpose and craft clear messages that will positively impact website visitors and their behaviour.

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COMP-1257Programming Essentials in Python
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This course is a basic introduction to programming using the Python programming language. Students will develop, code, test and debug programs for simple applications using proper programming principles and documentation. Topics include data types, variable declaration, control structures, methods, classes, inheritance, polymorphism, encapsulation, arrays, and other data structures. No prior knowledge of programming is required.

Python is recommended for developers who are interested in pursuing careers in Security, Networking and Internet-of-Things. Students who complete this course are ready to take the PCAP-Certified Associate in Python programming. Students who pass this course will receive a digital badge.

COMP-1277Microsoft Excel 365 - Level 1
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Students will gain the foundational skills to use Excel in the workplace. Beginning by determining what the purpose of the worksheet is, students will enter the worksheet data to communicate information. Students will then use formulas for basic arithmetic operators and some of the most commonly used functions for calculations. Students will then apply formatting options to give the worksheet an easy-to-read appearance. Finally, students will explore layouts and print options for screen view printed output. This course is a pre-requisite for COMP-1278 Microsoft Excel 365 - Level 2. 


Each of the three Microsoft Excel 365 micro-credential courses award an official RRC Polytech digital badge that can be shared on social media, with a fourth badge awarded for completing all of the courses.

This course is recommended for students with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows. Students who need to upgrade their computer skills prior to taking this class should take Computers - Intro (COMP-1081). 

Online Delivery:
Students must have access to a Windows based computer and use the Microsoft 365 subscription available to all RRC Polytech students. 

COMP-1278Microsoft Excel 365 - Level 2
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First, students will create charts to represent the data visually. Next, learn how to manage data across multiple worksheets in a workbook and between workbooks. Then, create 3-D formulas in worksheets within the same workbook and between different workbooks. Students will create names for cells and ranges for easier cell recognition and to use in formulas for clarity. Finally, students will explore financial functions for calculations, logical functions to compare data and lookup functions to find values. This course is a pre-requisite for COMM-1279 Microsoft Excel 365 - Level 3. 


Each of the three Microsoft Excel 365 micro-credential courses award an official RRC Polytech digital badge that can be share on social media, with a fourth badge awarded for completing all of the courses. 
Online Delivery: 
Students must have access to a Windows based computer and use the Microsoft 365 subscription available to all RRC Polytech students. 

Prerequisites:
COMP-1279Microsoft Excel 365 - Level 3
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First, students will create tables to give structure to data and use sorting and filtering to analyze data and use Total row option for summary function calculations. Then, students will use the Quick Analysis Tool for direct access to a collection of features as an alternative to tabs. Students will then create basic macros to change manual repetitive tasks into automated tasks. Next, students will create templates as a predesigned bases for new workbooks using frequently used content to save time and to ensure consistency. Finally, students will learn how to protect worksheets and cells from unauthorized access or editing. 


Each of the three Microsoft Excel 365 micro-credential courses award an official RRC Polytech digital badge that can be shared on social media, with a fourth badge awarded for completing all of the courses. 

Online Delivery:
Students must have access to a Windows based computer and use the Microsoft 365 subscriptions available to all RRC Polytech students. 

Registration for this course will open in summer 2023

Prerequisites:
COMP-9385Photoshop for Presentations
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Acquire the skills to navigate an extensive list of Photoshop features. You will gain both a foundational and advanced understanding of the popular software, and practice the most commonly used methods, such as managing text, working with layers, and image file properties.

In this course, you will find out the purpose of each photo editing tool and walk away with the skills to use them. You will even learn what the pros know.

Duration: 16 hours self-directed over 1 month.

This micro-credential course is non-credit and delivered through the Learning Resources Network (LERN) via their UGotClass online course platform. Courses will never be cancelled once registration is open.

COMP-9386Infographics
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After taking this course, you will be exposed to a powerful, concise way of presenting information. The course begins with a history of infographics and the types of infographics used in business, education and industry. You will be exposed to Pinterest and other web-based sources of infographics. The course proceeds to an exposure to various user-friendly infographic creation websites.

Learn the basics of designing infographics and be create your own simple infographic.

Duration: 16 hours self-directed over 1 month.

This micro-credential course is non-credit and delivered through the Learning Resources Network (LERN) via their UGotClass online course platform. Courses will never be cancelled once registration is open.

ECED-1088Explore the Early Childhood Education ProfessionRPL
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This course examines topics in the Early Childhood Education system, including quality care, professionalism and the evolution of the system. Students also review the different sectors that make up the early childhood education system.

ECED-1089Introduction to Science of Early Child DevelopmentRPL
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In this course, students explore information from the resource, The Science of Early Child Development – Introductory Edition. Readings, videos, links, interactive games and discussions are utilized by students to gain basic knowledge of child development and links to practice in early childhood education.

ECED-9010Introduction to Mentoring and Coaching In Early Childhood Education
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Learners will refine their practice as they establish a mentorship relationship with a novice Early Childhood Educator in their workplace. This course focuses on the processes of mentoring and coaching and the role of collaboration in an Early Learning and Child Care setting.

Note: We recommend that students have a minimum of an Early Childhood Education diploma.

Students who successfully complete this micro-credential are awarded with a digital badge in Introduction to Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood Education.

Students who successfully complete the following four micro-credentials are awarded an overall digital badge in Mentorship in Early Childhood Education:
ECED-9010 Introduction to Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood Education

ECED-9011The Feedback Loop: Communication in the Mentoring Relationship
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Learners will examine communication in a mentorship relationship and begin to develop their personal communication style with a mentee. This course focuses on communication and coaching skills for providing feedback in positive and challenging situations.

Note: We recommend that students have a minimum of an Early Childhood Education diploma.

Students who successfully complete this micro-credential are awarded with a digital badge in The Feedback Loop: Communication in the Mentoring Relationship.

Students who successfully complete the following four micro-credentials are awarded an overall digital badge in Mentorship in Early Childhood Education:
ECED-9011 The Feedback Loop: Communication in the Mentoring Relationship

ECED-9012Planning for Individualized Professional Development
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Learners will consider the work of the Early Childhood Educator and how to locate available resources to support the mentoring and coaching relationship. This course will focus on the ongoing training needs of novice Early Childhood Educators by creating individualized professional development plans for the mentor and the mentee.

Note: We recommend that students have a minimum of an Early Childhood Education diploma.

Students who successfully complete this micro-credential are awarded with a digital badge in Planning for Individualized Professional Development.

Students who successfully complete the following four micro-credentials are awarded an overall digital badge in Mentorship in Early Childhood Education:
ECED-9012 Planning for Individualized Professional Development

ECED-9013Career Planning for Early Childhood Educators
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This course will focus on career planning from a personal and coaching perspective. Various sector opportunities and career paths for Early Childhood Educators will be explored. The Mentor in Training will develop a personal career plan as a culmination of this course.

Note: We recommend that students have a minimum of an Early Childhood Education diploma.

Students who successfully complete this micro-credential are awarded with a digital badge in Career Planning for Early Childhood Educators.

Students who successfully complete the following four micro-credentials are awarded an overall digital badge in Mentorship in Early Childhood Education:
ECED-9013 Career Planning for Early Childhood Educators

LANG-1038An Introduction to Anishinaabemowin
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The students in this introductory course will develop language skills in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe language) in the context of Anishinaabe cultural worldview and teachings. The main focus of the course is honouring the language and culture of the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe. Students will practice the alphabet, double vowel system, basic grammatical structures and develop basic writing skills while experiencing and engaging in unique, authentic practices like developing personalized greetings, learning traditional songs, and having basic conversations.

PDEV-1060Business Planning, Free Resources, Start-Up Lending
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There are a lot of resources to help innovators and entrepreneurs to get started on their idea. This workshop will show you some of the free resources that are available to you in the City of Portage La Prairie and Province of Manitoba. Form web-based tools to in person consultation and advice, this session will help find what you need to get you on the path to success. The workshop presenters will also let you know about financial resources that are available to start-up businesses and provide you with insight on how to leverage these resources. 

PDEV-1061Inventing the Next Big Thing - Why Patents Matter
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Have you come up with the "next big thing"? Whether you are creating cutting-edge technology or improving a well-known product or process, you need to know more about patents. Patents can increase credibility, boost confidence among investors, keep your competitors at bay, and help you profit financially from your creativity. Don't let someone beat you to it! Learn what can patent and how, in order to stop others, form making, using or selling your inventions, and turn your innovations into lucrative business assets. 


A special note: if you attend this session and wish to discuss particulars of an invention you are working on, do NOT disclose any specifics during the open session - you'll learn why during the seminar! 

PDEV-1062Insurance and Banking for your New Business
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Make sure that you have that basics covered. Learn about protecting your customers, your investments, your assets and business, what kind of insurance is advised for various kinds of business and insurance coverage options that are available to you. Find out what banking options will work best for your kind of business and why it is important to have a division between your personal and business accounts. You will also learn about different types of accounts and what kinds of accounts work best of various kinds of businesses.  

PDEV-1063When to Register Your Business Name or Incorporate and Marketing Your New Business
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Starting up a new business? This workshop is one that you will not want to miss! Learn to navigate the complexity of how to register your business name, why you want to register your business name and when you really need to. Our local experts will also let you know at what business size and the situations where it makes sense to incorporate your business and the process to have your business incorporated, what that means and how long it takes. You will ten learn some tips and tricks for marketing your new business or product, what works and how important brand recognition and development is to your success.  

PDEV-1080WEVAS
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Learn to recognize challenging behaviour and develop the skills that focus on your response. Improve your communication skills to help the student return to a safe learning state.


NOTE: We are not currently offering WEVAS for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Students in the Educational Assistant program may take SEMR-9078 Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training (r). 

PDEV-9053Financial Literacy
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Learn how to set and achieve goals using an established, working savings plan.

PHOT-1038Digital Portfolio Development
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You will learn how to develop a web presence on the appropriate social media channels by building a simple website, blog or online store using a popular website builder. You will use creative writing techniques to connect with an audience through blogging and social media posts. You will then explore the fundamentals of online marketing, data analytics, search engine optimization (SEO) and effective use of #hashtags.

PROF-9011Second Assistant Film Accountant Fundamentals - Accounts Payable
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In this micro-credential course, students will be introduced to accounting processes in the film industry. Students will focus on the analysis of film production budgets, evaluate production expenses, and process them using financial accounting software (Sage 50). Ancillary work outside of software use is explored to better understand the film industry accounting workflow.

Note: The film accounting series (PROF-9011, PROF-9012 and PROF-9013) can be taken in any order. However, if you are new to the field, we suggest you take the courses in sequence.

Students who successfully complete this micro-credential course are awarded a digital badge in Second Assistant Film Accountant Fundamentals - Accounts Payable.

Students who successfully complete the following three micro-credential courses are awarded an overall digital badge in Film Accounting:

PROF-9012Second Assistant Film Accountant Fundamentals - Petty Cash
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In this micro-credential course, students will further develop their film production accounting knowledge. This micro-credential course will focus on assessing incoming crew members' expenses, reconciling ledgers and managing film production credit cards. Financial accounting software will be used to support a variety of accounting functions for the production.

Note: The film accounting series of courses (PFOR-9010, PROF-9011 and PROF-9012) can be taken in any order. However, if you are new to the field, we suggest you take the courses in sequence.

Students who successfully complete this micro-credential course are awarded a digital badge in Second Assistant Film Accountant Fundamentals - Petty Cash.

Students who successfully complete the following three micro-credential courses are awarded an overall digital badge in Film Accounting:

PROF-9013First Assistant Film Accountant Fundamentals - Payroll
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In this micro-credential course, students will further their knowledge of film production accounting processes. The focus will be on film production payroll, using real-world local union requirements in calculation. Students will dissect local industry union collective agreements and implement the required protocols. Students will also audit payroll documents, ensuring meticulous attention to collective agreement articles or potential contract agreements.

Students who successfully complete this micro-credential course are awarded a digital badge in First Assistant Film Accountant Fundamentals - Payroll.

Students who successfully complete the following three micro-credential courses are awarded an overall digital badge in Film Accounting:

SEMR-1039How to Learn Online
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This course will help you develop an understanding of what online learning is about and what skills are necessary to be a successful student.

You will learn some of the differences between an online and a traditional course and what it takes to succeed. You will discover:

  • What your time management type is and how to make use of your skills
  • How to schedule your time and use critical thinking
  • How to solve some of the technical problems you might encounter
  • The differences between reading a book and reading online

TRAD-9032Energy Advisor Foundation Level Training
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This course covers fundamental competencies such as low-rise housing construction and renovation, building envelope, heating, ventilation, air tightness testing, house energy computer modelling, and air conditioning, building science principles and the house-as-a-system concept. It will also prepare students for the NRCan exam.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Demonstrate how to maintain courteous and professional relations with clients (e.g., dependability, timeliness, clear and polite communication).
  2. Explain the blower door technology for air tightness test.
  3. Explain the HOT2000 software for modelling a home.
  4. Explain the process how homes are built and renovated. 
  5. Explain the factors that would make a home function efficiently.
  6. Describe safety considerations when accessing home construction or renovation sites (ladder safety, pilot lights, etc.)
  7. Describe building envelope barrier systems (air barrier, vapour barrier, moisture barrier, weather/wind barrier, thermal barrier, etc.) in homes. 
  8. Describe windows, skylights, doors, and other transitions found in a building envelope.
  9. Use the Glossary of Housing Terms for communications with clients and air testing and modelling software.
  10. Explain the operations of mechanical heating, cooling and ventilation systems.
  11. Describe renewable energy systems and their properties.
  12. Identify the elements that make up a building and recognize their interdependence (house-as-a-system concept).
  13. Describe the diagnostic indicators (i.e. moisture, radon, carbon monoxide) of indoor air pollutants. 
  14. Explain the physical processes for heat, air, and moisture flow that occur within a building.
  15. Explain the interdependence between heat, air and moisture in a home.

Format:

  • 40 hours of instruction time (includes self-paced content and virtual meetings)
  • One synchronous evening session per week
Textbooks:

The following textbook is require for the program:

Note: the textbook is not available at the RRC Polytech Campus Store. Follow the link above to purchase the textbook.

Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships:

Awards and bursaries are available for this program. See the Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships page for more information and to apply.

Registration:

Organizations looking to register their employees for the course should use the Sponsorship Authorization for Part-Time Students form.

Note: A discount is available to RRC Polytech alumni. If you are an alumnus, please register by calling 204.694.1789 (Mon-Thu 8:00am-5:00pm, Fri 8:00am-3:30pm).

TRAD-9033Energy Advisor House Level
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This course covers fundamental competencies such as low-rise housing construction and renovation, building envelope, heating, ventilation, air tightness testing, house energy computer modelling, and air conditioning, building science principles and the house-as-a-system concept. It will also prepare students for the NRCan exam.


Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe the EnerGuide Rating System and its use for home use efficiency.
  2. Gather geometric and construction information and data for a given home.
  3. Explain the EnerGuide Rating System services such as Basic Service, Renovation Upgrade Service, Construction Blower Door Service, and Construction Upgrade Service for New Homes.
  4. Conduct blower door tests and apply diagnostics for identifying leak location.
  5. Use HOT2000 software, along with home geometric and construction data, to estimate house’s annual energy consumption.
  6. Interpret the reports generated from HOT2000.
  7. Demonstrate knowledge of the code of ethics, code of conduct and conflict of interest guidelines.
  8. Recognize the roles and responsibilities of NRCan, service organizations, managers, energy advisors, and contractors.
  9. Demonstrate the process of registration, designation and requalification process for service organizations, service providers, contractors, suspension, and delicensing/deregistration for energy advisors.
  10. Describe quality assurance procedures within a service organization.

Format:

  • 40 hours of instruction time (includes self-paced content and labs)
  • 24-hour/3-day skill lab at BETAC and RRC Notre Dame Campus, consisting of HOT2000 software and blower door training
Textbooks:

The following textbook is require for the program:

Note: the textbook is not available at the RRC Polytech Campus Store. Follow the link above to purchase the textbook.

Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships:

Awards and bursaries are available for this program. See the Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships page for more information and to apply.

Registration:

Organizations looking to register their employees for the course should use the Sponsorship Authorization for Part-Time Students form.

Note: A discount is available to RRC Polytech alumni. If you are an alumnus, please register by calling 204.694.1789 (Mon-Thu 8:00am-5:00pm, Fri 8:00am-3:30pm). 

Prerequisites:
TRAD-9034Energy Advisor Practicum
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This course is currently only available to students in the Energy Advisor micro-credential program. If you are a student in the program, contact us to register.

This course covers fundamental competencies such as low-rise housing construction and renovation, building envelope, heating, ventilation, air tightness testing, house energy computer modelling, and air conditioning, building science principles and the house-as-a-system concept. It will also prepare students for the NRCan exam.


Learning Outcomes:

  1. Apply the foundational and house evaluation skills in practice.
  2. Interact and communicate with the homeowner to evaluate the home for EnerGuide audit process. 
  3. Use HOT2000 software, along with home geometric and construction data, to estimate house’s annual energy consumption.
  4. Interpret the reports generated from HOT2000.
  5. Discus findings and potential upgrade opportunities with homeowner. 
  6. Create EnerGuide label for the entire house.
  7. Submit the final home report to NRCan website.

Format:

  • Features a work-integrated learning component where groups of students will be assessed in houses
  • Additional details will depend on the COVID-19 protocols that are in place at the course start date
Textbooks:

The following textbook is require for the program:

Note: the textbook is not available at the RRC Polytech Campus Store. Follow the link above to purchase the textbook.

Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships:

Awards and bursaries are available for this program. See the Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships page for more information and to apply.

Registration:

Organizations looking to register their employees for the course should use the Sponsorship Authorization for Part-Time Students form.

Note: A discount is available to RRC Polytech alumni. If you are an alumnus, please register by calling 204.694.1789 (Mon-Thu 8:00am-5:00pm, Fri 8:00am-3:30pm). 

Prerequisites:
TRAD-9035Energy Advisor Foundation Level Training Alumni
More Information

This course covers fundamental competencies such as low-rise housing construction and renovation, building envelope, heating, ventilation, air tightness testing, house energy computer modelling, and air conditioning, building science principles and the house-as-a-system concept. It will also prepare students for the NRCan exam.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Demonstrate how to maintain courteous and professional relations with clients (e.g., dependability, timeliness, clear and polite communication).
  2. Explain the blower door technology for air tightness test.
  3. Explain the HOT2000 software for modelling a home.
  4. Explain the process how homes are built and renovated.
  5. Explain the factors that would make a home function efficiently.
  6. Describe safety considerations when accessing home construction or renovation sites (ladder safety, pilot lights, etc.)
  7. Describe building envelope barrier systems (air barrier, vapour barrier, moisture barrier, weather/wind barrier, thermal barrier, etc.) in homes.
  8. Describe windows, skylights, doors, and other transitions found in a building envelope.
  9. Use the Glossary of Housing Terms for communications with clients and air testing and modelling software.
  10. Explain the operations of mechanical heating, cooling and ventilation systems.
  11. Describe renewable energy systems and their properties.
  12. Identify the elements that make up a building and recognize their interdependence (house-as-a-system concept).
  13. Describe the diagnostic indicators (i.e. moisture, radon, carbon monoxide) of indoor air pollutants.
  14. Explain the physical processes for heat, air, and moisture flow that occur within a building.
  15. Explain the interdependence between heat, air and moisture in a home.

Format:

  • 40 hours of instruction time (includes self-paced content and virtual meetings)
  • One synchronous evening session per week

Textbooks:

The following textbook is require for the program:

•Canadian Home Builder's Manual | ISBN: 978-0-86506-066-1 | Price: $89.25
Note: the textbook is not available at the RRC campus Store. Follow the link above to purchase the textbook.

Efficiency Manitoba Award:

Five awards of $560 established by Efficiency Manitoba are available for students enrolled in the Energy Micro Credential Foundation Level Course. The award is available to support students within the following under-represented groups, as defined by Natural Resources Canada: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized individuals and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.

To be considered, please submit the Application for Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships form (PDF) and a statement outlining how you meet the criteria of this award (member of underrepresented group) to financialaid@rrc.ca. The application deadline for this award is October 4, 2021. Applications will be considered based on the date/time received.

Registration:

Organizations looking to register their employees for the course should use the Sponsorship Authorization for Part-Time Students form.

Note: The discounted course fee that appears on this page is only available to RRC alumni. If you are not an alumnus, please register using this page.

TRAD-9036Energy Advisor House Level Alumni
More Information

This course covers fundamental competencies such as low-rise housing construction and renovation, building envelope, heating, ventilation, air tightness testing, house energy computer modelling, and air conditioning, building science principles and the house-as-a-system concept. It will also prepare students for the NRCan exam.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe the EnerGuide Rating System and its use for home use efficiency.
  2. Gather geometric and construction information and data for a given home.
  3. Explain the EnerGuide Rating System services such as Basic Service, Renovation Upgrade Service, Construction Blower Door Service, and Construction Upgrade Service for New Homes.
  4. Conduct blower door tests and apply diagnostics for identifying leak location.
  5. Use HOT2000 software, along with home geometric and construction data, to estimate house’s annual energy consumption.
  6. Interpret the reports generated from HOT2000.
  7. Demonstrate knowledge of the code of ethics, code of conduct and conflict of interest guidelines.
  8. Recognize the roles and responsibilities of NRCan, service organizations, managers, energy advisors, and contractors.
  9. Demonstrate the process of registration, designation and requalification process for service organizations, service providers, contractors, suspension, and delicensing/deregistration for energy advisors.
  10. Describe quality assurance procedures within a service organization.

Format:

  • 40 hours of instruction time (includes self-paced content and labs)
  • 24-hour/3-day skill lab at BETAC and RRC Notre Dame Campus, consisting of HOT2000 software and blower door training

Textbooks:

The following textbook is require for the program:

Canadian Home Builder's Manual | ISBN: 978-0-86506-066-1 | Price: $89.25
Note: the textbook is not available at the RRC campus Store. Follow the link above to purchase the textbook.

Efficiency Manitoba Award:

Five awards of $560 established by Efficiency Manitoba are available for students enrolled in the Energy Micro Credential Foundation Level Course. The award is available to support students within the following under-represented groups, as defined by Natural Resources Canada: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized individuals and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.

To be considered, please submit the Application for Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships form (PDF) and a statement outlining how you meet the criteria of this award (member of underrepresented group) to financialaid@rrc.ca. The application deadline for this award is October 4, 2021. Applications will be considered based on the date/time received.

Registration:

Organizations looking to register their employees for the course should use the Sponsorship Authorization for Part-Time Students form.

Note: The discounted course fee that appears on this page is only available to RRC alumni. If you are not an alumnus, please register using this page.

Prerequisites:
TRAD-9037Energy Advisor Practicum Alumni
More Information

This course is currently only available to students in the Energy Advisor micro-credential program. If you are a student in the program, contact us to register.

This course covers fundamental competencies such as low-rise housing construction and renovation, building envelope, heating, ventilation, air tightness testing, house energy computer modelling, and air conditioning, building science principles and the house-as-a-system concept. It will also prepare students for the NRCan exam.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Apply the foundational and house evaluation skills in practice.
  2. Interact and communicate with the homeowner to evaluate the home for EnerGuide audit process.
  3. Use HOT2000 software, along with home geometric and construction data, to estimate house’s annual energy consumption.
  4. Interpret the reports generated from HOT2000.
  5. Discus findings and potential upgrade opportunities with homeowner.
  6. Create EnerGuide label for the entire house.
  7. Submit the final home report to NRCan website.

Format:

  • Features a work-integrated learning component where groups of students will be assessed in houses
  • Additional details will depend on the COVID-19 protocols that are in place at the course start date

Textbooks:

The following textbook is require for the program:

Canadian Home Builder's Manual | ISBN: 978-0-86506-066-1 | Price: $89.25
Note: the textbook is not available at the RRC campus Store. Follow the link above to purchase the textbook.

Efficiency Manitoba Award:

Five awards of $560 established by Efficiency Manitoba are available for students enrolled in the Energy Micro Credential Foundation Level Course. The award is available to support students within the following under-represented groups, as defined by Natural Resources Canada: women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized individuals and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.

To be considered, please submit the Application for Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships form (PDF) and a statement outlining how you meet the criteria of this award (member of underrepresented group) to financialaid@rrc.ca. The application deadline for this award is October 4, 2021. Applications will be considered based on the date/time received.


Registration:

Organizations looking to register their employees for the course should use the Sponsorship Authorization for Part-Time Students form.

Note: The discounted course fee that appears on this page is only available to RRC alumni. If you are not an alumnus, please register using this page.

Prerequisites:
TRAD-9049Building Envelope Science: Principles and Practice
More Information

The Building Envelope Science: Principles and Practice micro-credential course teaches students about the building envelope, its components and the building science concepts that determine how a building interacts with its environment and surroundings.

This course provides:

·        Knowledge of building science terminology, codes, regulations, construction techniques and principles.

·        An understanding of the methods and products that contribute to an environmentally sustainable building.

TRAD-9052Building Envelope Science - Design and Application
More Information

The Building Envelope Science: Design and Application micro-credential course teaches students about energy efficiency at the beginning of construction planning, ensuring that structures are constructed with sustainability in mind, reducing the amount of retrofitting that buildings will need as they age.

This course provides:

· An understanding of how to conceptually design and analyze the costs of constructing a small building that adheres to ‘Building Science’ principles, which will lead to an energy-efficient, quiet, dry and durable enclosure.

· Discussion of the fundamental scientific principles that support the design and construction of a low-energy, long-lasting building.

· Knowledge of the benefits and differences between a building-science approach and traditional building practices while applying this knowledge to sketch, design and construct a scale, conceptual model of a small building.

WRKS-91784 Seasons of Reconciliation
More Information

4 Seasons of Reconciliation is a three-hour online course that includes 10 interactive modules providing the foremost educational tool for corporate, community and classroom anti-racist training in providing the foundation on reconciliation with authentic Indigenous voices.
 
Topics covered during the three-hour course include:
• The Colonial Lens of History
• Pre-Contact
• Treaties
• Residential Schools
• United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)
• Indigenous Relations
• Reconciliation
• Restitution
 
Training is delivered completely online and at your own pace.


Click the "More Info" link beside the course's name to view the description of the course.

Course Dates and Fees

2025 Winter Term
ECED-1088 Explore the Early Childhood Education Professionmore info
Location: Portage La Prairie Campus
DatesClass DaysTimeDeliveryInstructorSectionCostActions
Jan 08, 25 - Apr 16, 25W6:00PM - 9:00PMK. Wowk263339$489
 
Location: Selkirk
DatesClass DaysTimeDeliveryInstructorSectionCostActions
Jan 08, 25 - Apr 16, 25W6:00PM - 9:00PMK. Wowk260014$489
 
Location: Steinbach
DatesClass DaysTimeDeliveryInstructorSectionCostActions
Jan 08, 25 - Apr 16, 25W6:00PM - 9:00PMK. Wowk264844$489
 
Location: Winkler Campus
DatesClass DaysTimeDeliveryInstructorSectionCostActions
Jan 08, 25 - Apr 16, 25W6:00PM - 9:00PMK. Wowk259985$489
Location: Portage La Prairie Campus
Dates
Jan 08, 25 - Apr 16, 25
Class days
W
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Delivery
Instructor
K. Wowk
Section
263339
Cost
$489
Location: Selkirk
Dates
Jan 08, 25 - Apr 16, 25
Class days
W
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Delivery
Instructor
K. Wowk
Section
260014
Cost
$489
Location: Steinbach
Dates
Jan 08, 25 - Apr 16, 25
Class days
W
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Delivery
Instructor
K. Wowk
Section
264844
Cost
$489
Location: Winkler Campus
Dates
Jan 08, 25 - Apr 16, 25
Class days
W
6:00PM - 9:00PM
Delivery
Instructor
K. Wowk
Section
259985
Cost
$489
ECED-1089 Introduction to Science of Early Child Developmentmore info
Location: Portage La Prairie Campus
DatesClass DaysTimeDeliveryInstructorSectionCostActions
Mar 19, 25 - Jun 04, 25W6:00PM - 9:30PMC. Curry263338$489
Location: Portage La Prairie Campus
Dates
Mar 19, 25 - Jun 04, 25
Class days
W
6:00PM - 9:30PM
Delivery
Instructor
C. Curry
Section
263338
Cost
$489
PDEV-1080 WEVASmore info
Location: Selkirk
DatesClass DaysTimeDeliveryInstructorSectionCostActions
Jan 11, 25 - Jan 18, 25  C. Zacharko267985$395
Location: Selkirk
Dates
Jan 11, 25 - Jan 18, 25
Class days
 
 
Delivery
Instructor
C. Zacharko
Section
267985
Cost
$395

Computer/Laptop Requirements

Online learning is a critical component of course delivery in all Red River College programs. To ensure each student has the tools they need to achieve their academic goals, all Red River College students require, at minimum:

1.  Off-campus access to a current computer with a webcam

2.  A high speed internet connection

• Recommended minimum speed: 10 mbps for download, 3 mbps for upload
• Slower internet connection speeds may result in audio and video issues. Please keep in mind that if others in your home are using the same internet connection at the same time as you are, you may also experience audio and video issues.
• Please refer to https://www.rrc.ca/future-students/computer-requirements/ for further information on Computer Requirements for Students.


Please note that any anticipated costs are not included in Books and Supplies estimates.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.

Awards and Scholarships

A complete list of awards, bursaries, and scholarships can be found at catalogue.rrc.ca/AvailableAwards

Entrance Awards

UFCW Local 832 Annual Scholarship Award
Specific Application
Scholarships are available for those who are UFCW members employed by companies that contribute to the Education and Training Trust Fund. Students enrolling in both full-time and part-time studies are eligible. Application deadline is June 1. For further information, contact the UFCW Training Centre.

General Awards

Louis Riel Bursary
Through funding provided by the Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) and matched by the Manitoba Scholarship and Bursary Initiative (MSBI), bursaries, valued a minimum of $1000, are available to eligible Metis students attending a certificate, diploma or degree program (excluding Apprenticeship and upgrading programs) at Red River College Polytechnic, who are maintaining satisfactory academic progress in their program.  There are two applications that must be submitted:  1. the Louis Riel Bursary online application is available from Louis Riel Institute; 2. the General RRC Polytech Application for Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships (link above) should be completed and submitted online. Only applicants who have submitted both applications by the application date will be eligible for consideration. Selection will be based on financial need (those receiving other funding, including MMF funding are still eligible to apply).  Applications will be accepted from August 1st to September 15th each year.  Applicants must be attending their program at the time of the application deadline.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.

Richard (Asher) Webb Social Justice Activist Memorial Award

This is an $1000 award given annually to a student who demonstrates exceptional effort and/or the ability to lead, organize and engage students or members of the community in embodying the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, multiculturalism and social justice.

The successful recipient will be a community activist, advocate or leader who has worked for systemic changes at various levels and with various social identities in mind. Their advocacy may involve (but is not limited to): human rights, LGBTT* issues, anti-racism, anti-poverty, public health, non-violence, community-building and student engagement, or encouraging others on issues of social justice that impact the lives of students and the broader community.

Applications will be evaluated by the Selection Committee, based on the following criteria:
• Making a significant contribution to equity, inclusion and social justice through community engagement, either in specific positions of responsibility or while involved in organizing activities. (Requirements: Student statement and at least one reference letter)
• Engaging and inspiring other students or members of the community to advocate on social justice issues that impact the lives of students or the general community.
• Financial need may also be considered. Applicants may choose to complete the financial section of the application, and/or include information.
All full-time and part-time Red River College students are welcome to apply. The general application form must be accompanied by a student statement and required letter(s) of reference in order to be considered. The deadline for applications is March 1st.  Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .

RRC Polytech Students' Association Chad Hildebrand Memorial Award
Chad, a BA student, was a member of the Student Advisory Board (SAB) during the 1998-99 school year. He died in March of 2000 as a result of a hockey accident. The 1999-2000 SAB agreed to dedicate the Students’ Association Scholarship fund’s first award in Chad’s memory.  One $1,000 award shall be presented to a Red River College Polytechnic student, who is a current Student Association Board member, exhibits leadership qualities and is actively involved in the college and/or community. Applicants must submit a one-page statement describing their involvement in the college and/ or community.  The application deadline is February 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

The Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship

The Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship was created in honour of the children who attended residential schools and those who never made it home. Southern Chiefs’ Organization recognizes that all First Nation people, families, and communities have been impacted by the residential schools. The $2000 scholarship is intended to support Survivors and their descendants, as well as descendants of the families of the children who died.  The scholarship is to be awarded on the basis of academic merit to a status citizen of one of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization member First Nations (Berens River, Birdtail Sioux, Black River, Bloodvein, Brokenhead, Buffalo, Canupawakpa, Dakota, Dauphin River, Ebb and Flow, Gambler, Hollow Water, Keeseekoowenin, Kinonjeoshtegon, Lake Manitoba, Lake St. Martin, Little Grand Rapids, Little Saskatchewan, Long Plain, O-Ch-Chak-Koo-Sipi, Pauingassi, Point Pegui, Pinaymootang, Plains Pine Creek, Poplar River, Rolling River, Roseau River, Sagkeeng, Sandy Bay, Skownan, Swan Lake, Tootinaowaziibeeng, or Waywayseecappo), who is a full- or part-time continuing student at the Red River College Polytechnic, who has successfully completed at least 12 credit hours, and who has made contributions to their school community or their community at large.  Applicants must submit a letter describing their school or community involvement.  The contact information of the chosen recipient shall be disclosed to the donor each year. Southern Chiefs' Organization Inc. observes an annual commemoration of all successful applicants. By submitting an application for the scholarship, the recipient of the Scholarship consents to be contacted through electronic mail or telephone for a brief interview with a member of Southern Chiefs’ Organization.  In the unlikely event of a mitigating circumstance, such as a protection order or equivalent, anonymity will be granted to the recipient of the Scholarship.  Application deadline is January 31st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Indigenous Student Awards

Louis Riel Bursary
Through funding provided by the Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) and matched by the Manitoba Scholarship and Bursary Initiative (MSBI), bursaries, valued a minimum of $1000, are available to eligible Metis students attending a certificate, diploma or degree program (excluding Apprenticeship and upgrading programs) at Red River College Polytechnic, who are maintaining satisfactory academic progress in their program.  There are two applications that must be submitted:  1. the Louis Riel Bursary online application is available from Louis Riel Institute; 2. the General RRC Polytech Application for Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships (link above) should be completed and submitted online. Only applicants who have submitted both applications by the application date will be eligible for consideration. Selection will be based on financial need (those receiving other funding, including MMF funding are still eligible to apply).  Applications will be accepted from August 1st to September 15th each year.  Applicants must be attending their program at the time of the application deadline.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.

The Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship

The Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship was created in honour of the children who attended residential schools and those who never made it home. Southern Chiefs’ Organization recognizes that all First Nation people, families, and communities have been impacted by the residential schools. The $2000 scholarship is intended to support Survivors and their descendants, as well as descendants of the families of the children who died.  The scholarship is to be awarded on the basis of academic merit to a status citizen of one of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization member First Nations (Berens River, Birdtail Sioux, Black River, Bloodvein, Brokenhead, Buffalo, Canupawakpa, Dakota, Dauphin River, Ebb and Flow, Gambler, Hollow Water, Keeseekoowenin, Kinonjeoshtegon, Lake Manitoba, Lake St. Martin, Little Grand Rapids, Little Saskatchewan, Long Plain, O-Ch-Chak-Koo-Sipi, Pauingassi, Point Pegui, Pinaymootang, Plains Pine Creek, Poplar River, Rolling River, Roseau River, Sagkeeng, Sandy Bay, Skownan, Swan Lake, Tootinaowaziibeeng, or Waywayseecappo), who is a full- or part-time continuing student at the Red River College Polytechnic, who has successfully completed at least 12 credit hours, and who has made contributions to their school community or their community at large.  Applicants must submit a letter describing their school or community involvement.  The contact information of the chosen recipient shall be disclosed to the donor each year. Southern Chiefs' Organization Inc. observes an annual commemoration of all successful applicants. By submitting an application for the scholarship, the recipient of the Scholarship consents to be contacted through electronic mail or telephone for a brief interview with a member of Southern Chiefs’ Organization.  In the unlikely event of a mitigating circumstance, such as a protection order or equivalent, anonymity will be granted to the recipient of the Scholarship.  Application deadline is January 31st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Continuing Education

Gervin Alexander Dobbin Memorial Award
A $1000 award has been established to honour the memory of former Red River College Evening Program Supervisor, Gervin Alexander Dobbin. The award is available annually and is presented during the fall term to a part-time evening/Saturday program student who is a single parent with a financial need and who is currently registered in a Continuing Education program at RRC Polytech.  Application deadline is October 1st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application. 
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