The community of Carmacks

The community of Carmacks is located within the Traditional Territory of the Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation.

At the confluence of the Yukon and Nordenskiold rivers, Carmacks is located in a spectacular wilderness setting. Local attractions include great fishing, several agate trails leading to gemstones and geodes, a 1.5 kilometer boardwalk, and numerous historic artifacts.

Partially frozen over river in the fall with golden grass and trees along the river banks

Two facing rows of desks with PC computers. Students sit on rolling chairs at the desks. A TV is mounted above the desks on the far wall.

Public computer lab & internet access

The Carmacks Campus has a fully equipped computer lab that is open to the public.

Drop by any time that there isn't a class in session and use one of the computers or access the internet on your own device.

Upcoming courses available in Carmacks

This course introduces the institutional and constitutional structure of government in Canada and its relationship to a variety of issues in civil society.

Introduces students to the profession of social work, its theory and practice. Students examine the philosophy and practice of social work in Canada, both in First Nation and non-First Nation communities.

PREREQUISITES: ENGL 100 (3 credits) and 6 credits of university studies.

An introduction to economic analysis of natural resource issues and environmental management, including understanding of resource valuation, the role of economic incentives, and the implications of market failure in natural resource use and policy.

What role does economic development play in Yukon communities? What do new business owners need to think about when designing and developing their ventures? What considerations are specific to Yukon?

This course provides an overview of economic development issues in Indigenous communities and among Indigenous individuals in Canada.

This course introduces students to critical reading, critical thinking, and academic writing through the study and application of the principles of university-level discourse. English 100 focuses on expository writing.

This 27 hour course is designed to prepare you to write your Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) certification for Water Treatment Level 1 or 2. You will go at your own pace through online modules and you will have access to an instructor to answer any questions you may have.

The role of a caregiver often involves grief - both our own and the grief of those we care for.

Developing awareness of the complex and often hidden losses that affect caregivers can help you feel more confident and satisfied in your role.

Introduces students to the landscape, peoples and issues of the region. It examines the geography, biological and physical systems of the Subarctic and Arctic, then turns to the aboriginal and contemporary peoples of the region.

This 4.5 day course is designed to prepare the participants to write their Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) exam for Water Distribution Level 1 or 2 (required by the Yukon Government Drinking Water Regulation).

Delivered in partnership with National Project Management Inc, participants receive a comprehensive overview of project management techniques to effectively plan, manage, and control projects based on the standards of the Project Management Institute.

This 4.5 day course is designed to prepare the participants to write their Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) certification exam for Wastewater Collection Level 1 or 2.

Executing project management in the real world requires practical skills to tackle many issues.

This 1 day course is designed to increase proficiency with the math components involved in small water systems operation and bulk water delivery.

This 3.5 day course is designed to prepare you to write their Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) exam for Bulk Water Delivery (required by the Yukon Government Drinking Water Regulation).

Supportive distance learning in Carmacks

Distance learning, or online learning, provides students with access to class instruction over the Internet, rather than in a classroom.

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Programs offered via distance learning

 

Contact us

Mary Ann Ferguson

Community Adult Education Coordinator, Carmacks

Community Education and Development - Northern

 

Campus hours & location

 

Monday to Friday
8:30am - 4:30pm 
Evening hours as scheduled

Box 103 Little Salmon Carmacks Admin. Building
Carmacks, Y0B 1C0


Call or email us to learn about upcoming programs and on-demand courses.

867 863 8800 or CarmacksCampus@yukonu.ca

Where to find us