A supportive community for student success
NSCC is committed to creating a learning environment where every student feels supported, included and empowered to succeed. This commitment is reflected in the College’s focus on service excellence, accessible learning and inclusive learning supports.
Campus service excellence
The College has transitioned to a Regional Service Delivery Model to provide a more equitable and consistent level of service and support for NSCC students and employees. The new model consists of 5 campus regions and 3 standalone campuses, each led by a principal. This new shared management structure allows us to expand on needed frontline services in areas such as campus security, student supports and campus activities.
Supporting international student learning
In a shifting immigration landscape, the College continues to ensure international students are making informed program decisions and have the support they need to succeed so they can stay and work in our communities beyond graduation. These supports include dedicated International Student Advisors, housing and transition support, English as an Additional Language (EAL) supports, a Writing Centre and the International Student Ambassador (ISA) Program which fosters community through events and activities. A student-centered international strategy has also been developed to help the College achieve enrolment goals that are responsibly tied to labour market needs.
Accelerated success
In the 2024-25 academic year, Accessible Teaching Specialists were introduced to support faculty in addressing learning barriers within accelerated healthcare and trades programs. Their expertise has enabled the successful delivery of accelerated programming by guiding faculty in adapting their teaching and evaluation methods. This support has helped remove a wide range of barriers, ensuring more inclusive and effecting learning experiences for all students.
Accessibility
In April 2025, NSCC renewed its 3-year Accessibility Plan, advancing ongoing efforts to foster an equity-centered culture, rooted in awareness, allyship and actionable change. The goal of the plan is to ensure that every individual feels a profound sense of dignity, empowering each to contribute fully and reach their highest potential at the College. NSCC has introduced additional accessibility resources, including Accommodate, a new accessibility management tool designed to support students throughout their learning journey.
Supporting faculty in creating accessible and inclusive learning environments
Leah is a Faculty member for the accelerated Continuing Care program at Ivany Campus. She worked closely with newly-introduced Accessible Teaching Specialists to help address a wide range of barriers for students in the program. She partnered with Accessible Teaching Specialists to navigate the unique demands of teaching in an accelerated program.
“The Accessible Teaching Specialists have been invaluable to me. As a College, we know that not all students learn the same way and it's also true when faculty are trying to learn and adapt.”
- Leah
students in accelerated programs in 2024-25
of NSCC’s population self-identified as having a disability in 2024-25