College of North Atlantic

College of the North Atlantic, Qatar is a proud partnership between the State of Qatar and College of the North Atlantic in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, CNA-Q offers an unparalleled educational experience to students from more than 20 countries. In addition to diploma programs in Business Studies, Engineering Technology, Health Sciences and Information Technology, CNA-Q offers a full-range of student activities and clubs.

Since 2002, CNA-Q has graduated more than 4,500 students to enter the workforce locally and contribute to Qatar’s National Vision 2030. CNA-Q offers over 30 programs tailored to Qatar’s economy and workforce.

Academic Departments
• School of Business Studies
• School of Engineering Technology
• School of Health Sciences
• School of Information Technology
• Language Studies & Academics
• Centre for Banking & Financial Studies


The School of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades actively seeks international accreditation for its programs. The Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB) www.ctab.ca has accredited the following programs:

Chemical Processing Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Process Automation Technology

The School of Health Sciences actively seeks international accreditation for its programs. Currently, the following programs have been accredited:

• American Heart Association (AHA) - accredited international training center
• Canadian Red Cross (CRC) - accredited training provider
• Pharmacy Technician – accredited by the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) http://ccapp-accredit.ca
• Qatar Council Healthcare Practitioners – accredited training provider for Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses
• Respiratory Therapy - accredited by the Council on Accreditation for Respiratory Therapy Education (CoARTE) http://www.csrt.com

Meanwhile, the Office Administration (Executive), Business Administration and Business Management programs at the College have been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Founded in 1988 in the United States, ACBSP awards accreditation to business schools based on the mission of the institution and of the business program with an emphasis on quality in teaching and learning outcomes.

• ACBSP is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Students in these programs can be assured of the quality of the education they receive.

Accreditation means that these programs have been evaluated against an international standard of excellence and that the programs maintain relevant and current program content taught by well-qualified faculty.

The Technician Certificate Program options such as electrician, instrumentation, mechanical technician and process operator are delivered in an alternating model consisting of two years of study, focusing on technical skills, English language and workplace training.

To date, their Technician Programs have certified over 1,650 individuates with Industrial Trades qualifications who now work with 20 industry partners.

For those wishing to pursue a baccalaureate degree, university transfer agreements are in place that makes it possible for College diploma graduates to attend universities in other countries. A variety of options are available.

College of the North Atlantic-Qatar
P.O. Box 24449
68 Al Tarafa, Duhail North
Doha, Qatar
phone: +974 4495 2225
Fax: +974 4495 2200
E-mail: [email protected]

For more info about CNA-Q's School of Health Sciences contact:

Phone: +974 4495 2728

School of Engineering Technology : +974 4495 2300
School of Information Technology: +974 4495 2776
Technician Certificate Program: +974 4495 2311