Take your Next Steps at North Idaho College

Your step-by-step guide to setting up your student account, activating your email, scheduling advisor appointments, and taking placement exams.

Save Your Seat, Take Action Now!

Congratulations! You’ve taken the first step toward hands-on training and career preparation in a limited-entry Trades and Industry Career and Technical Education program at the Parker Technical Education Center.

To stay on track for acceptance, please complete the steps below as soon as possible. We’re here to support you every step of the way. ​

1. Activate Your NIC Accounts

Set up your student accounts and access your NIC email to stay connected from day one.

Set Up Your NIC Student Account
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2. Schedule an Appointment with the Trades & Industry Advisor

Plan your CTE path with confidence—schedule your appointment now.   

Please contact the CTE Administrative Assistant at:

(208) 769-3448  or  techadvising@nic.edu

Give Us a Call Today
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3. Take your Math and English Placement Assessments

To be considered for acceptance, you must meet the required math and English placement scores. 
Please complete the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment, The Write Class English Placement Assessment or submit qualifying ACT or SAT scores.

Taking care of these items right away will help avoid delays in your admission and ensure you remain eligible for the program.

Learn More About Math and English Placement for Trades and Industries Programs

Stuck on a step?  Were here to help!

Contact Cardinal Central if you have any questions or problems with any of these steps.

techadvising@nic.edu


(208) 769-3448

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"Starting my journey at North Idaho College was made so much easier thanks to the clear guidance and support from the advisors. Setting up my student account and scheduling appointments was straightforward, and I felt confident every step of the way."
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- Jessica M.

Current CTE Student