7 Get to Know Your College Supports
As an NSCC student, you have access to a wide variety of supports and services designed to help you make the most of your learning experience.
Supports available to students include:
- Advisors are knowledgeable about your program and about how you can take advantage of a range of college resources to help you succeed. (NSCC Office 365 login required)
- African Canadian Support Advisors offer culturally responsive support, guidance on funding opportunities, and connects you with other Black and African Canadian learners. (NSCC Office 365 login required)
- Mi’kmaw and Indigenous Support Advisors offer culturally responsive support, guidance on funding opportunities, and connects you with other Mi’kmaw and Indigenous learners. (NSCC Office 365 login required)
- International Advisors provide guidance, support and resources specific to international students. (NSCC Office 365 login required)
- Learning Supports offer lots of resources to support your learning. Use your NSCC Office 365 login to explore more about:
- Libraries provide research and assignment support, help with academic integrity, citing sources, study rooms, technology troubleshooting, laptop loans and more. You have access to a range of resources including print and electronic books, electronic journals and streaming videos.
- Student Accessibility Specialists support students with disabilities by arranging academic accommodations to reduce barriers to education, assist in the exploration of grants and funding opportunities, and help with assistive technology.
- Wellness and Counselling Services provide a range of services supporting well-being and mental health.
- Digital Innovation & Technology provides technology support including help with computers, password resets, accessing and using software, Brightspace and more. Request help through the Technology Service Desk (NSCC Office 365 login required).
- Student Awards and Financial Assistance provides information on scholarships and bursaries available to students.
- Student Association organizes activities and events, provides programs to encourage your growth as a student, and offers services to make your learning environment more supportive and enjoyable.
- Career Services offer a variety employment supports.
NSCC’s Student Support Hub (NSCC Office 365 login required) contains more information about services available and how to access them.
Try it!
Take some time to get to know your college supports.
- Check out the Student Advising Handbook,
- Explore the NSCC and Me student orientation course in Brightspace and
- Visit Student Supports on CONNECT to find out how our services can help you. Your NSCC Office 365 login will be required.