Welcome to Vancouver Career College

Vancouver Career College is an ideal place to train for a technology, business, health care or trades related career. The college develops programs in consultation with the health care and business communities to ensure that graduates meet industry demands. The college hires experienced professionals to provide the knowledge to compete in the current job market and give students the greatest opportunities for successful employment after graduation. Free upgrading for graduates ensures that Vancouver Career College students will continuously be in demand.

Vancouver Career College is a fully accredited, first-class training facility dedicated to the needs of individuals intent on starting a new career or enhancing their current skills. Everyone here, from admissions staff to administration to classroom instructors, has one ambition and purpose: to provide you with powerful, life-changing skills and training. If you are as serious about your future as we are about fulfilling dreams, we would love to meet you.

Education Programs

Vancouver Career College trains individuals using current business applications, programs and techniques so that they enter the market with valuable, sought-after skills. In direct consultation with the business community, the College develops programs to satisfy industry demands for certain skill sets, thereby giving our graduates the highest opportunity for employment and success in their field of study. With free upgrading for graduates, our students will always be in demand.

Applications may be accepted continuously for enrolment in the next session of each Vancouver Career College program.

Programs at Vancouver Career College are offered on a modular basis, meaning that one subject is covered at a time in a progressive manner.

Early Childhood Education

The early childhood education (ECE) program provides an excellent introduction to a rewarding career in childcare. Students learn various teaching strategies involving math, music, science, play and arts and crafts. Additionally, they study interpersonal communications, childhood development, behavior management and program planning. ECE training includes First Aid and CPR certification as well. After completion of the course work, graduates must gain an additional 500 hours of field experience required for licensing from the British Columbia Ministry of Children and Family Development.

Duration:

43 weeks (including 2 weeks observation and 8 weeks of practicum)

Early Childhood Education: Infant, Toddler and Special Needs

Only certified practitioners or candidates in the process of completing the required 500 hours of work experience can enroll in the ECE - Infant, Toddler and Special Needs program. Students have the option to select full-time and part-time studies. Full-time classes run five days per week. Part-time classes take place two or four evenings per week to allow students to work full-time and upgrade their skills. Students choose an area of specialization and complete the required 5 courses and practicum to qualify for License to Practice as a Special Needs Educator or a License to Practice as an Infant/Toddler Educator. Full-time students complete all 9 courses and two practica for total specialization.

Duration:

• 31 weeks (includes 6 to 12 weeks of practicum) for full-time enrollment
• 34 weeks for part-time - 4 nights / week (6 to 12 weeks of practicum)
• 39 weeks for part-time - 2 nights / week (one specialization, practicum included)

Teaching English as a Second Language

In this program, TESL students develop practical teaching abilities and a thorough understanding of ESL teaching methods. They learn to create learner-centered lessons, manage classes and evaluate learners. They also gain real classroom experience in a supervised practicum component. Though not an admission requirement, students should have completed, or be near completion of a bachelor's degree.

Duration:

12 weeks (including 10 day practicum)

Information

If you are interested in this school and would like to find out more, please Request Information from Vancouver Career College - Kelowna.