College of the North Atlantic is Newfoundland and Labrador's public college, offering skills training, diplomas, certificates, and applied degrees across the province.
College of the North Atlantic (CNA) is Newfoundland and Labrador's public college. It is one of the largest post-secondary educational and skills training centres in Atlantic Canada, with a history dating back more than 60 years. CNA delivers hands-on learning, skills training, applied research, and student support through campuses and communities across the province.
CNA offers more than 100 full-time diploma, post-diploma, advanced diploma, certificate, and applied degree programs. The college has six schools of study, which bring together expert instructors, hands-on learning, and industry-aligned programs. These schools include Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism; Business & Information Technology; Engineering Technology; Health Sciences; Natural Resources & Industrial Trades; and Sustainable Development. The Sustainable Development school is described as new and focuses on sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community impact.
CNA operates 17 campuses and online, enrolling nearly 8,000 students each year. Campuses throughout Newfoundland and Labrador give students access to education and training closer to home. Listed facilities include Child Care Centres, Student Housing, and Counselling Services.
Canadian applicants apply online and submit documents. Programs with limited seats use competitive entry. English-language programs have a language proficiency requirement.
CNA graduates were honoured with Governor General's Medals. At the Skills Canada National Competition, CNA had five medalists. CNA's 2024 Student Satisfaction Survey received 2,492 student responses.
CNA recognizes the lands on which its campuses are situated as traditional territory of the Beothuk, Mi'kmaq, Innu and Inuit, whose cultures and histories the college acknowledges with respect.