College of the North Atlantic is Newfoundland and Labrador's public college, offering hands-on learning, skills training, and applied research across the province.
College of the North Atlantic is Newfoundland and Labrador's public college. It delivers hands-on learning, skills training, applied research, and student support through campuses and communities across the province. CNA has a history dating back more than 60 years.
CNA offers more than 100 full-time diploma, post-diploma, advanced diploma, certificate, and applied degree programs. Its schools include Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism; Business & Information Technology; Engineering Technology; Health Sciences; Natural Resources & Industrial Trades; and Sustainable Development. CNA supports innovation and collaboration through applied research, employer connections, and partnerships that respond to the needs of the province.
CNA has 17 campuses and also offers online learning, enrolling nearly 8,000 students each year. Listed facilities include Child Care Centres, Student Housing, Counselling Services, Accessibility Services, and the Port aux Basques Campus. CNA recognizes the lands on which its campuses are situated as traditional territory of the Beothuk, Mi'kmaq, Innu and Inuit.
Canadian applicants apply through a standard application. Competitive entry applies to programs with limited seats. English language proficiency is also part of the admission routes.
CNA graduates have been honoured with Governor General's Medals.