Earn an Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Natural Resources Technician

Prince William Sound College student doing field work at Kite Beach in Valdez, Alaska

Free tuition and housing for Alaska high-schoolers! Scholarships and financial aid available for all other qualifying students!

 

Learn the skills and knowledge necessary for successful employment in natural resources through hands-on training and coursework in environmental science. Complete this program in 1 semester at PWSC in Valdez, Alaska!

 

Learn technical skills, communicative, and social skills required for success in this growing field. Interact directly with natural resource management organizations that are in need of employees, facilitating a transition from the program to employment. 

Completing the OEC in Natural Resources Technician gives you an immediate edge in the job market or prepares you for further study at the college level. The college coursework completed through this program may be used for dual high-school credit.


 

 Why Study at PWSC?

 

Epic Location

PWSC students during new student orientation

PWSC students live and study in a beautiful location. PWSC is surrounded by mountains, ocean, rivers, and glaciers which provide you with a place for reflection and outdoor adventures!

Grants and scholarships

PWSC student at the Valdez Glacier in Alaska

Alaska high-schoolers qualify for a grant that will cover all tuition and housing expenses for the Spring 2023 and Fall 2023 Semesters! Adult learners and non-high school students may be eligible for scholarships, grants, and other financial aid!

Student Housing

PWSC students in front of student housing

The PWSC Valdez Campus offers students fully furnished, apartment-style student housing. Both full-time and part-time students can live in our on-campus housing. Each residence has a laundry facility and lounge on site. 

Two students stand in front of the Prince William Sound College sign on the Valdez campus
“People who live in small villages are used to small communities, and this is just a little step up from that… it’s not too overwhelming with people and cars everywhere.”

- Taylor Myers, former student from King Salmon, Alaska

 


 

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