SHI Vitality of NWC Arts Survey - Sealaska Heritage Institute

In preparation for development of a Certificate of Merit in Northwest Coast Arts program, respondents were also asked about the importance of NWC art, the value of obtaining a certificate of merit, and desired courses. [...] Value of Certificate of Merit Obtaining a Certificate of Merit in Northwest Coast Art would be a value to me because... [...] • History of NWC art/traditions/Native culture • Business/marketing/finance • Native languages • Material harvesting/preparation • Tool making Uncertainty Regarding the value of a Certificate of Merit I am uncertain about the value of a Certificate of Merit in Northwest Coast Art because... [...] Which level of education do you feel would be of interest to you at this point in your life? Base: All respondents n=196 % of Total Certificate of Merit in Northwest Coast Arts 45 Associate Degree 11 Bachelor’s Degree 9 Master’s Degree or higher 14 Other 20 What do you feel the benefit of this level of education would be? A total of 173 survey participants provided responses. [...] • A sense of accomplishment/confidence/satisfaction • Increased knowledge/improved skills • More employment opportunities • Better understanding of NWC art SHI Vitality of NWC Arts Survey 2020 McDowell Group Page 12 INDIGENOUS ART STUDIES AT THE COLLEGE LEVEL Over half of respondents (58%) said they would be interested in pursuing indigenous Art Studies at the college level.