Our program is structured on the knowledge and appreciation of traditional Aboriginal art forms as well as introductory level theory and skills in a variety of other fine art and craft media.
You will be given the opportunity to work with a number of mediums to explore and discover your own artistic passion and interest through project-based study. Studio work and hands-on instruction from experienced faculty, combined with traditional knowledge, will help you to determine your artistic direction and future career.
Naomi Desrochers-Caron
I chose to take the Aboriginal Art program because it’s the only one of its kind in Canada. One of the things I liked most was learning how do porcupine quill work. Porcupine quill wrapping and weaving is an ancient technique that was used for decoration before the introduction of glass beads from Europe.
Career Potential
This certificate will prepare you for further study in Portage College diploma programs through the development of a portfolio that will document your artistic and professional development. The certificate also provides you with the knowledge and skills to work in Indigenous communities, with Indigenous populations and a variety of other situations.
Credentials
Certificate
Admission Requirements
High school diploma with:
- English Language Arts 30-2
- Strong interest in Native arts and culture
- Computer literacy is recommended
Use this chart to check Provincial high school equivalencies accepted at Portage College. Note: This is just a guide.
Mature Status:
- English Language Arts 30-2 or Equivalent OR
- CAAT C Test including Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, and Language with a score of Stanine 5 or greater
- Applicants must be 19 years of age and out of high school for one year
- Interview with Coordinator
Transferability
Transferable to University Studies; NATA166, NATA167, NATA168, and NATA169.
Program Start/End Date
August 24, 2023, to June 21, 2024.
Application Deadline
June 1, 2023 (Application will still be considered after the deadline if seats remain)
Location
Lac La Biche Campus
Domestic Student Fees
Application Fee $53.50
Fall Term
Fee payment deadline: August 15, 2022
| Tuition | $1839.00 |
| Student Association | $116.70 |
| Technology Fee | $78.40 |
| Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
| Course Package | $275.00 |
| Fine Arts Fee | $300.00 |
| Total | $2,663.67 |
Winter Term
Fee payment deadline: December 15, 2022
| Tuition | $1839.00 |
| Student Association | $116.70 |
| Technology Fee | $78.40 |
| Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
| Total | $2,088.67 |
Total tuition & mandatory fees for year: $4,752.34
Part-time Fees
Tuition is calculated using “cost-per-credit” one credit is $116. Calculate the cost by multiplying the number of credits per course by $116.
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International Student Fees
Application Fee $160.00
Fall Term
Fee payment deadline: August 15, 2022
| Tuition | $6119.25 |
| Student Association | $116.70 |
| Technology Fee | $78.40 |
| Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
| Course Package | $275.00 |
| Fine Arts Fee | $300.00 |
| Total | $6,943.92 |
Winter Term
Fee payment deadline: December 15, 2022
| Tuition | $5517.00 |
| Student Association | $116.70 |
| Technology Fee | $78.40 |
| Recreation Fee | $54.57 |
| Total | $5766.67 |
Total tuition & mandatory fees for year: $12,710.59
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Tuition Deposit (non-refundable for oversubscribed programs and international only)
Domestic Students - $100
International Students - $1500
Guaranteed yearly tuition for 2023-24 - Year 2 of program started 2022-23 not including mandatory fees: $12,077.61
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Other purchases may be necessary in order for students to complete their courses/program.
Aboriginal Art Certificate
We acknowledge that Portage College’s service region is on the traditional lands of First Nation Peoples, the owners of Treaty 6, 8 and 10, which are also homelands to the Métis people. We honour the history and culture of all people who first lived and gathered in these lands.