
The Natural Resources Technology program is designed for people who have a love for the outdoors and a strong interest in environmental sustainability. This program allows students to learn about the natural world in the classroom, spend an abundant amount of time in the field with hands-on learning, and the ability to apply it to current natural resource management issues.
Watch our new Natural Resources Technology video to see yourself here!
Students in our Natural Resources Technology program spend a night in the forest!
Graduates are eligible to apply for the Agrology Technologist in Training designation through the Alberta Institute of Agrologists.
Upon graduation, students are automatically certified by the North American Wildlife Technology Association (NAWTA) in wildlife techniques.
Visit this interactive site to learn more about the forest you could be working in.
Learn more about your instructors.
Join the Portage College Natural Resources Technology Facebook page.
There are many Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries available throughout the year.
Career Potential
Graduates may enjoy careers in industries such as Environmental Consulting, Forestry, Oil & Gas, or working for Non-Profit Organizations, First Nations, or Municipal, Provincial, or Federal Governments, in opportunities such as:
Credentials: Diploma
Industry Certifications - Valued at over $2800
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with at least one course from each of the following:
Transferability
Program Start/End Date
August 25, 2022 to June 23, 2023 (Fall, Winter and Spring Terms)
Application Deadline
August 15, 2022
Location
Lac La Biche Campus
Domestic Student Fees
Application Fee $53.50
Fall Term
Fee payment deadline: August 15, 2022
Tuition | $2356.42 |
Student Association | $116.70 |
Technology Fee | $78.40 |
Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
Course Package & Materials | $275.00 |
Total | $2,881.09 |
Winter Term
Fee payment deadline: December 15, 2022
Tuition | $2356.42 |
Student Association | $116.70 |
Technology Fee | $78.40 |
Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
Total | $2,606.09 |
Total tuition & mandatory fees for year: $5,487.18
Part-time Fees
Tuition is calculated using “cost-per-credit” one credit is $159. Calculate the cost by multiplying the number of credits per course by $159.
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Same fees apply for Year 1 and 2.
International Student Fees
Application Fee $160.00
Fall Term
Fee payment deadline: August 15, 2022
Tuition | $7671.51 |
Student Association | $116.70 |
Technology Fee | $78.40 |
Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
Course Package & Materials | $275.00 |
Total | $8,196.18 |
Winter Term
Fee payment deadline: December 15, 2022
Tuition | $7069.26 |
Student Association | $116.70 |
Technology Fee | $78.40 |
Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
Total | $7,318.93 |
Total tuition & mandatory fees for year: $15,515.11
Guaranteed yearly tuition for 2023-24 -Year 2 of program started 2022-23 not including mandatory fees: $15,306.31
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Tuition Deposit (non-refundable for oversubscribed programs and international only)
Domestic Students - $100
International Students - $1500
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Other purchases may be necessary in order for students to complete their courses/program.
Open Studies just might be perfect for you!
Not sure which program is the best for you?
Open Studies gives students the unique opportunity to experience more than one program at a time and offers the flexibility of enrolling in individual courses rather than a complete program.
It's a great option for those looking to take general interest courses or those who don't quite meet the entrance requirements for a specific program.
Admission requirements vary by individual course, so students interested in this option must meet with a Student Advisor before enrolling.
For more information: Open Studies
Locations
The Open Studies option is available at any of our main campus locations.