Program Information

• Live Sound Recording: Gain expertise in capturing high-quality audio at live events including concerts, conferences, and theatrical performances. The program covers live mixing consoles, microphone placement and real-time troubleshooting to ensure high-quality audio delivery.
• On-Set Sound for TV and Film: Master the techniques of on-location sound recording, including boom mic operation and field recording, ensuring seamless integration with visual storytelling.
• Post-Production Audio Design: Develop skills in editing, mixing and mastering audio for films, television shows and multimedia projects using industry-standard software and equipment.
• Stage Sound and Lighting Fundamentals: Develop skills in stage sound and lighting design and operation to complement live sound production. You will operate lighting equipment to create dynamic visual effects and synchronize sound and lighting to enhance live performances.
• Industry-Focused Training: Gain practical experience through hands-on projects and collaborations, simulating real-world scenarios.

• Graduates have toured the globe with international touring acts.
• Program instructors are active industry experts, providing students with current, real-world knowledge.
• Students and graduates have been recognized with a multitude of provincial and regional music awards.
• Students have provided sound for many live events, conferences and awards shows with various local, regional, and national partners, including the ECMA and JUNO awards.
• Canada is home to some of the world's most renowned sound engineers and producers, such as Greg Wells, Bob Rock and Arnold Lanni, who have worked with international music icons. [1]
• The province is a location for notable film and TV productions, including "Son of a Critch,” "Hudson & Rex,” and “Saint-Pierre” creating job opportunities for local sound recordists and engineers. [2]
• Newfoundland and Labrador hosts several music festivals, such as the St. John's Folk Festival and the Iceberg Alley Performance Tent, which provide opportunities for live sound professionals. [3]
• Newfoundland and Labrador offers funding programs specifically for the development of the entertainment industry and professionals, supporting for creative projects and fostering a vibrant audio landscape. [4]

1. Capture High-Quality Audio: Demonstrate expertise in recording live sound for events including concerts, conferences, and performances using professional-grade equipment and techniques.
2. Record, Mix, & Master Music: Utilize industry-standard music mixing and mastering workflows, learning to optimize audio for various playback platforms and mastering for diverse genres, while adhering to professional loudness and dynamic range standards.
3. Operate Audio Equipment on TV and Film Sets: Effectively use boom microphones, wireless systems, and other audio tools to capture clear and consistent sound on television and film sets while collaborating with production teams.
4. Create and Edit Post-Production Sound: Apply advanced techniques in sound editing, mixing, and mastering to produce high-quality audio for film, TV, and multimedia projects.
5. Demonstrate Safe Working Practices: Work safely in lighting and sound production environments.
6. Integrate Sound with Visual Media: Synchronize audio seamlessly with visual elements, ensuring clarity and emotional impact in media productions.
7. Master Industry Tools and Software: Utilize industry-standard digital audio workstations (DAWs) as well as other software to create professional audio content.
8. Troubleshoot Sound Challenges: Analyze and resolve audio issues in live and studio settings to maintain high production standards.
9. Design Immersive Audio Experiences: Create foley, soundscapes, and other custom audio elements to enhance storytelling and engagement in multimedia content.
10. Broadcast and Webcasting: Develop the practical skills to manage and deliver high-quality audio for broadcast and webcasting, including complex signal management, synchronization with video, and streaming configurations, within a live production workflow.
11. Collaborate with Industry Professionals: Work effectively as part of a team in fast-paced environments, maintaining clear communication and professionalism during live events and production settings.
12. Adhere to Industry Standards and Practices: Apply best practices in audio recording, editing, and production, while maintaining compliance with legal and ethical standards.
13. Engage in Work Integrated Learning: Learn through collaborative projects with community businesses providing hands-on experience.

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Fall Protection
• Aerial Work Platform
• First Aid & CPR
• Mental Health First Aid
• Dante Level 1

Mandatory Fees

• Application Fee - $100.00 per program (non-refundable) | Application Page
  Applicants must pay a non-refundable fee for each application to the College.
• The following fees are due within two (2) weeks of date of Letter of of acceptance to each program at the college:
  • Confirmation Fee - $103.00 per program annually (non-refundable)
    Student must pay this non-refundable fee on confirmation of acceptance to each program at the College. The fee covers registration and student association fees and is paid annually for the duration of the program.
  • First Semester Tuition- which includes the $1500 Deposit Fee
    Deposit fee - $1500 non-refundable, non-transferable fee.
• Academic Audit Fee (once per program) - $50.00
• Technology Fee (per semester) - $83.00

Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism (per semester) - $4,581.00

Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism (per semester) - $2,291.00

Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Tuition Fee (per course) - $1,046.00

Exceptions:

• Heavy Equipment Operator (per week) - $354.00
• Commercial Driver (per week) - $354.00
• All other Trade programs (per week) - $313.00

Estimated Program Costs for International Students (2025-2026) 

Application fee:
If applying online, the application fee must be paid via credit card when completing and submitting your application to College of the North Atlantic.

For all other tuition payments:
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Regulations Governing Payment of Fees & Charges

1. All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term.  The dates are listed in the Academic Calendar on page. Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of Student Aid form on the first day of classes. These students are permitted to have fees outstanding until receipt of the Student Aid, at which time these students must pay their accounts in full.
2. Students who have not paid all fees within the time limits given in these regulations may have their registration cancelled by the College.
3. Students with outstanding accounts will be ineligible for a subsequent term, will not be awarded a diploma or certificate, access to register, and will not be issued a certificate of standing (transcript), grade report, or access to on-line grades until the outstanding account has been paid in full. It is the student’s responsibility to address outstanding balances and to work with their respective campus student services office on inquiries related to their account balance.
4. Should the College cancel a program, all tuition and fees paid will be refunded.
5. Out of sequence students registering or withdrawing within a term will pay a prorated tuition and equipment and materials fee per week.
6. Students taking courses above their normal term load (requires application to extend normal course load per semester) will pay tuition for each additional course taken.
7. Senior Citizens, 60 years and older, are required to pay 50% of confirmation fee and tuition.
8. Students wishing to audit a course will pay 50% of the tuition and 100% of the technology fees (if applicable).