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Diploma of Environmental Technician
- Edmonton, Canada
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Two-year diploma in environmental science and technology with optional co-op.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Practise applied skills in Environmental Technician
- Using field investigation
- Environmental systems
- Applied analysis and resource stewardship
- While developing workplace communication and problem-solving abilities.
Career outcomes
- Environmental Inspectors and Auditors
- Environmental Laboratory and Field Technicians
- Technical Sales and Service Representatives
- Operators and Supervisors of Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities
- Municipal/Provincial/Federal Governments
- Environmental Consulting/Management Firms
- Water/Wastewater/Industrial Wastewater Treatment Operations
- Environmental and Chemical Laboratories
- Manufacturing and Energy Production
Curriculum
- Two academic years plus optional co-op. Climate change and sustainability principles
- Environmental science and laboratory work
- Water treatment technology (path to the Entry Level Drinking Water Certificate and operator-in-training exams)
- And capstone projects with community partners
- Indigenous content and Green Chemistry Commitment.
Entry requirements
Academic
- English Language Arts: 50% in English Language Arts 30-1 60% in English Language Arts 30-2 50% in ESLG 1860 60% in ESLG 1898 Mathematics – this requirement can be met with the following
- Or an equivalent course: 50% in Mathematics 30-2 Biology – this requirement can be met with the following
- Or an equivalent course: 50% in Biology 30 OR free academic assessment accepted instead@norquest.ca to meet with an advisor. A.
Accepted academic background
Alberta high school diploma or equivalent as assessed by NorQuest, Or the free academic assessment / equivalencies. Typical requirements: English Language Arts 30-1/30-2 at 50-70% (or ESLG 1860/1898 equivalents) plus, For some programmes, Mathematics (50-65%) and Biology 30 (50-60%). Pharmacy Technician also needs the NorQuest arithmetic assessment, Practical Nurse requires ELA 30-1 60% or 30-2 70%, Mathematics and Biology.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 84
- PTE Academic 59
- Duolingo 115
- Cambridge 180
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts.
How to apply
- Review the program-specific admission requirements and current international application dates. Complete the online application to NorQuest College and provide the requested academic documents and identification. Pay the application fee and
- After admission
- The applicable international tuition deposit. Fulfil any remaining admission conditions and arrange the appropriate study permit if required.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $18,568 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $155 CAD |
| Deposit | $1,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Edmonton Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Environment and Technology |
| Department | Environmental Technician |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | International students are eligible for NorQuest awards and bursaries (institution-wide scholarships and bursaries page), Not programme-specific |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
9 Jun 2027
207 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 9 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $18,568 CAD per year. The application fee is $155 CAD. The deposit is $1,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 84, PTE Academic 59, Duolingo 115, Cambridge 180.