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Qatqiññiaġvik Learning Center

About

The Qatqiññiagvik Learning Center is a residential vocational education center offering  intensive classes to high school students from across the North Slope to explore career pathways that may be of interest upon graduation.

Students have the option of attending a course in their home community or at the Qatqiññiagvik Learning Center in Utqiaġvik.  Classes are typically 1-2 weeks  and include topics such as welding, construction, culinary arts, cosmetology careers, small engine repair, video and media production, and more.

Courses occur at various times throughout the school year, and students may also receive  college-credit upon completion of a course. The program itself as well as college credits, are at no-cost to students.

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FAQs

    What should I bring to stay at the QLC?

    Students just need to bring clothing, toiletries and indoor shoes for the dormitory facility.  Students are sometimes able to utilize the Piuraaġvik Recreation Center, and should bring appropriate athletic shoes if wishing to do so. Everything else will be provided.

    Will I have a roommate?

    Students can expect to bunk with classmates, as 2-3 students are placed in each room. 

    Is there security at the dorm?

    Security chaperones (both male and female) are on-site overnight to help maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.

    What is an intensive?

    Intensives are short courses that typically last 1-2 weeks, though they could be longer. During an intensive, a student takes just one class all day for the length of the intensive.

    Can I change intensives once I arrive at the QLC?

    Unfortunately, we are generally not able to make schedule changes once students arrive at the QLC. Each class is limited to a small number of students.

    How much credit will I earn for my time at the QLC?

    Credits are awarded based on the length of the intensive. Each week spent on an intensive is generally worth 1/4 credit. Some intensives are also aligned with Iļisaġvik College courses and may earn dual high school & college credit.

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