2023-2025 Catalog

Associate of Technical Arts, Individualized Studies

This program of study allows a student to earn a degree in an area that Northwest Indian College does not otherwise offer. The NWIC Individualized Studies advisor and an expert in the field of interest assist the student in clarifying goals and deciding on the types of learning experiences that will be part of the program of study. Students begin work on this program by registering for HMDV 150. The program of study is approved by the Individualized Studies advisor, the expert in the field of interest, and the Vice President for Instruction and Student Services. Once the program of study is finalized, the student must successfully complete all courses appearing in the approved plan. Examples of individualized programs include Native Culture and Family Services, Native American History and Culture, Art Entrepreneurship, Community Health Advocate, Environmental Legal and Tribal Studies, and Wellness Education.

Northwest Indian College Requirements

Required (11 Credits)

CMST 101Introduction to Oral Communication

4

Or

CMST 210Interpersonal Communication

4

Or

CMST 220Public Speaking

4

 

CMST 220Public Speaking

4

CMPS 101Introduction to Computers

3

HMDV 110Introduction to Successful Learning

4

NOTE: CMPS 101 or above; If a computer course coded NE (Non-transfer Elective) is substituted then 3 additional credits of Transfer Electives (coded TE) must be chosen.

Northwest Indian College Foundational Requirements (15 Credits)

CSOV 101Introduction to Cultural Sovereignty

5

CSOV 102The Languages of Our Ancestors

5

CSOV 120Reclaiming our History

5

CSOV 102: One or more Native language courses totaling at least 5 credits. Consult with an advisor regarding satisfying general education requirements. Requires approval by the Dean of Academics.

General Education Requirements (15 Credits)

ENGL 101English Composition I

5

MATH 190Vocational Math

5

Or

course meeting AAS QS requirements

Humanities Distribution 5 credit requirement - met in Foundational Requirements

Social Science Distribution 5 credit requirement - met in Foundational Requirements

Natural Science Distribution 5 credit requirement - choose course meeting AAS Natural Science Requirements

Core Program Requirements (49 Credits)

HMDV 150Individual Degree/Cert Planning

3

Courses in individualized program of study plan totaling 46 credits

Total Credit Hours: 90