Introduction

Service Learning involves hands-on learning that combines active community service with instruction and reflection. This helps students develop a sense of responsibility and strengthens communities. It enriches learning, promotes civic engagement, and aids personal and professional growth. Additionally, Service Learning contributes to community development in Nova Scotia. Through Service Learning, students become more connected to their communities and recognize their role in the province’s growth. Effective Service Learning relies on strong community relationships. Many faculty members have established ties with community partners through various experiences. These partners become co-educators, preparing NSCC students for diverse sectors. Our graduate profile encompasses value like civic responsibility, social consciousness, and leadership. Service Learning helps shape graduates who are skilled in their fields and dedicated to the betterment of their campus, college, community and province.

NSCC ‘s vision is to offer each student a chance for community engagement. This experience hones critical thinking, leadership, ethics, social awareness, and civic duty. This experiences hones critical thinking, leadership, ethics, social awareness and civic duty. As such, Service Learning is a core outcome in all NSCC programs.