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Red Crow Community College

Cardston, Canada • Founded 1986

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: redcrowcollege.com

Overview

English Name: Red Crow Community College
Founded: 1986
Institution Type: College
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Red Crow Community College is a First Nations post-secondary institution serving the Kainai (Blood Tribe) Nation from its main campus at Stand Off, Alberta, on the Blood Reserve in southern Alberta, with a satellite site in Lethbridge.

Named for a nineteenth-century Kainai chief, the college was established to meet the cultural, educational, and training needs of Kainaiwa members and the wider community. Its academic programming interweaves Western post-secondary curricula with the Blackfoot Knowledge Paradigm, Niisitapisskska'takssin, so certificates, diplomas, and degrees are delivered alongside Blackfoot language, culture, and values instruction.

Program areas include practical-nursing preparation, health care aide training, Indigenous mental health, Blackfoot language and culture, business administration, an arts and science associate degree that transfers into partner universities such as the University of Lethbridge, and the college's own Bachelor of Social Work. Since opening, the college has graduated more than two thousand students and has grown into a recognized center for Indigenous-led post-secondary education in Alberta.

Beyond credential programs, Red Crow supports learners through cultural gathering spaces, academic advising, and counselling services, and is launching the Mokakssin Centre for Blackfoot Research and Resilience to give students opportunities to develop research skills through community-relevant research projects.

The institution positions itself as a bridge between community-based Indigenous knowledge and mainstream credentialing, preparing graduates for both direct employment and further study.

Location & Contact

Red Crow Community College's campus location, postal address, and admissions contact channels are below.

Phone: +1403-737-2400
Fax: +1403-737-2400
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Academic Details

Red Crow Community College's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.

Admission Requirements: Red Crow Community College admits post-secondary applicants on a first-qualified, first-accepted basis, processing each application as transcripts and required documents arrive. A personal interview with a Post-Secondary Counsellor is mandatory with the initial application, and students placed on academic probation must complete an additional interview. Mature-student applicants who lack a high school diploma may still be admitted if they are at least 21 years old as of September 30, have been out of school for a full academic year, and meet an English 30-1 equivalent standard. Applicants without complete Grade 12 standing can instead enter through University and College Entrance Preparation (UCEP), which requires completion of Grade 9, 10 or 11 with 65 to 75 credits at the Grade 11 level, plus placement testing where Grade 11 is incomplete. Individual programmes set their own subject and grade prerequisites. No institution-wide IELTS, TOEFL or other standardized English-proficiency score is published; official high-school and post-secondary transcripts are required with every application.

Programs Offered

Every programme Red Crow Community College currently runs, grouped by degree level and searchable.

8 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Canada

Bachelor's Degree 1 programme

Associate's Degree 1 programme

Certificate 3 programmes

Diploma 3 programmes

How to apply to Red Crow Community College

What applying to Red Crow Community College involves, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Red Crow Community College runs 8 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Before applying to Red Crow Community College, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Canada.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Red Crow Community College's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Lodge your application through the official website (www.redcrowcollege.com). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by phone at +1403-737-2400. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Red Crow Community College

A short Q&A covering Red Crow Community College's essentials — founding, location, and structure.

When did Red Crow Community College open?

Red Crow Community College traces its founding to 1986 (approximately 40 years ago).

Where can I find Red Crow Community College?

The institution is located in Cardston, Canada.

How do I find Red Crow Community College online?

You can find Red Crow Community College online at www.redcrowcollege.com.

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