Advanced Arts Certificate

Program Details

Program Phone Number

780-623-5649

Program Description

The Advanced Arts course students will have the opportunity to expand their creativity. Design and develop new ideas and market a wider variety of top quality Aboriginal Arts.

Credential

Certificate

Admission Requirements

Successful completion of either Native Artisans certificate or Native Cultural Arts Instructor certificate. Please refer to the following link for minimum technical requirements at our Moodle Site.

Practicum

N/A

Career Potential

With an expanded portfolio graduates will be able to address custom orders and offer a wider variety of arts for their own business - Aboriginal Arts are in high demand. With Aboriginal perspectives integrated in to the Alberta Learning curriculum the need for certified instructors will increase.

Transferability

N/A

Program Schedule, Fees & Locations:

Please refer to the link below for current schedule and fees.

Program Schedule & Fees 2011 - 2012

Program Schedule & Fees 2012 - 2013

Course List

• NATA111 - ADVANCED HIDE TANNING

  Course ID: NATA111

  Name: ADVANCED HIDE TANNING

  Hours: 95

  Credits: 3

  The Advanced Hide Tanning course is designed for students who have successfully completed the basic hide tanning course (NATA 110). Each student tans a deer hide and prepares a presentation of the process. Students also conduct a research project on the tanning of furs.

  
  
• NATA113 - ADVANCED SEWING

  Course ID: NATA113

  Name: ADVANCED SEWING

  Hours: 95

  Credits: 3

  Students with credit in NATA 112 may challenge this course, which includes more technical skills in measuring, pattern preparation and sewing techniques. Projects include moss bags, patchwork and quilted pillows, and Seminole blankets.

  
  
• NATA115 - ADVANCED CARVING

  Course ID: NATA115

  Name: ADVANCED CARVING

  Hours: 60

  Credits: 2

  This course is open to students with credit in NATA 114. The purpose of the course is to build upon the skills developed at the introductory level. Students complete projects based upon independent research and experiment with new materials, techniques and designs.

  
  
• NATA117 - ADVANCED BEADWORK

  Course ID: NATA117

  Name: ADVANCED BEADWORK

  Hours: 68

  Credits: 2

  This course is designed to expand and develop the students' skill in the three main styles of beadwork: loom, lazy stitch and appliqué. Students research the designs and patterns for their projects, and experiment with new materials and techniques. The course is open to students with credit in NATA 116.

  
  
• NATA119 - ADVANCED FOOTWEAR

  Course ID: NATA119

  Name: ADVANCED FOOTWEAR

  Hours: 80

  Credits: 2

  Students with credit in NATA 118 can challenge this course. Using the decorative techniques from beadwork and decorative arts, each student researches, designs and constructs one pair of moccasins, either two piece Plains or Woodland pointed toe, plus one pair of high top footwear.

  
  
• NATA121 - ADVANCED DECORATIVE ARTS

  Course ID: NATA121

  Name: ADVANCED DECORATIVE ARTS

  Hours: 78

  Credits: 2

  This course is designed for students who have successfully completed NATA 120. Students conduct research into traditional techniques and designs plus expand their technical skills in hair embroidery, tufting, porcupine quillwork, horse-hair piping and fish scale art.

  
  
• NATA123 - ADVANCED NATURE CRAFTS

  Course ID: NATA123

  Name: ADVANCED NATURE CRAFTS

  Hours: 60

  Credits: 2

  Students with Credit in NATA 122 may challenge this course. The purpose is to further develop the technical and decorative techniques used to work with willow, birch bark, tamarack and other natural materials.

  
  
• NATS130 - ADVANCED MARKETING I

  Course ID: NATS130

  Name: ADVANCED MARKETING I

  Hours: 30

  Credits: 1

  The Advanced Marketing I course builds upon the skills developed in NATA 142 and NATA 143. Projects are designed which require students to plan and organize activities which support student and program initiatives in the Native Arts and Culture Program. Students will conduct the research and data collection necessary to write a business proposal.

  
  
• NATS131 - ADVANCED MARKETING II

  Course ID: NATS131

  Name: ADVANCED MARKETING II

  Hours: 48

  Credits: 1.5

  The Advanced Marketing II course is open to students who have successfully completed NATA 142 and NATA 143. Students plan and organize promotional and fundraising activities for the Native Arts and Culture students and program. Students conduct the research and data collection necessary to write a business proposal.

  
  
• NATS152 - ADVANCED FINE ARTS AND DESIGN I

  Course ID: NATS152

  Name: ADVANCED FINE ARTS AND DESIGN I

  Hours: 36

  Credits: 1

  Students with credit in NATA 144 and NATA 145 can challenge more technical projects to develop skills in composition and craftsmanship. Artistic media include drawing, mask making and still-life painting.

  
  
• NATS153 - ADVANCED FINE ARTS AND DESIGN II

  Course ID: NATS153

  Name: ADVANCED FINE ARTS AND DESIGN II

  Hours: 36

  Credits: 1

  This course is designed for students who have successfully completed NATA 144 and NATA 145. Artistic media include acrylic painting, hand building with clay and watercolour painting. The goal is to increase the student's skill in composition and craftsmanship.

  
  
• NATS154 - COLLECTION & CARE OF ARTIFACTS

  Course ID: NATS154

  Name: COLLECTION & CARE OF ARTIFACTS

  Hours: 45

  Credits: 1

  This course will offer students the specific skills needed to assess and catalogue artifacts, either for public collection or personal use. Included in this course is the opportunity to know how to preserve artifacts. Students will also be able to create and display a variety of art and craftwork. Course prerequisite and co-requisite – Successful completion of either the Native Artisan or the Native Cultural Arts Instructor Programs.

  
  
• RSA102 - TOURISM ESSENTIAL TRAINING

  Course ID: RSA102

  Name: TOURISM ESSENTIAL TRAINING

  Hours: 48

  Credits: 3

  Tourism Essentials is a foundation credential granted to learners who demonstrate the mastery of the knowledge and skills required to obtain an entry-level, frontline job in the tourism industry. This credential is awarded to those who successfully challenge the multiple-choice exam and can illustrate 30 hours of workplace or career preparation. Modules address attitude, skill training, and tourism knowledge.