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"The Kitchen and Bath program is a pivotal step in becoming a certified Associate Kitchen and Bath Designer with the National Kitchen and Bath Association. This advanced program has given me practical and extensive training to launch my new career as an accredited professional."
- Corey S. Klassen
BFA, IDC, KBC, Kitchen and Bath Graduate

Kitchen & Bath Design Certificate

From function to fixtures and business to beauty, VCC's Kitchen and Bath program focuses on the highly specialized design of these two central rooms in any home. Students cover design theory, construction basics, sustainable practices, new and emerging products and systems, and learn the business of kitchen and bath. The National Kitchen & Bath Association supports our program and encourages our students through student chapters, competitions and scholarships. Our 11-month part-time program accepts 15 to 20 students each January.

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Program Description

Required Courses:

There are nine 36 hour courses (324 hours) within the Kitchen and Bath Certificate as well as 160 hour practicum.

Basic Kitchen Design (INTD 2101), Basic Bathroom Design (INTD 2102), Advanced Kitchen and Bath Design (INTD 2201), Construction (INTD 2103), Kitchen & Bath Business (INTD 2104), Kitchen & Bath Systems & Products (INTD 2105), Drafting 1 (INTD 2106), Drafting 2 (INTD 2107), Drafting 3 (INTD 2108).

Elective Courses:

There are no electives. All courses are required.




Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students.

Exceptions
Convention refugees as designated by the federal government;

Foreign live-in caregivers;

Individuals with work permits valid for at least one year, covering the duration of studies; or those with Approval in Principle letters from Citizenship and Immigration Canada;

Legal dependents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents (certain conditions apply);

Diplomats and their direct dependents;

International exchange students.

VCC will require proof of citizenship, residency, diplomatic or refugee status. Please see VCC's policy relating to admission for non-citizens and non-residents for more information.

International students
VCC welcomes international students from around the world to the college's academic or career programs.

To learn more about the English-language requirements for your program of interest, please contact VCC International; to learn more about how to apply, please see the VCC International website.

We look forward to meeting you.


As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Program Specific:

In order to gain entry into the program students must have completed the Interior Design Certificate Program at VCC or have a Certificate, Diploma or Degree from another accredited institution.

All applicants will show a portfolio of current and past work at an arranged interview time.

All applicants are required to fill out a College application form. These forms are available at the Continuing Studies Office. There is a $30.00 application fee.



Apply to this Program

Contact Information:

Senior Program Coordinator: Anne Tollstam, 604.443.8668

Program Coordinator: Bernie Lyon, 604.443.8522, blyon@vcc.ca

Program Assistant: Kevin Coutts, 604.443.8677

    Fax     In Person
Download and complete the (PDF) application form and fax to 604-443-8393. Visit the Registration Desk at our Downtown campus, 2nd floor, 250 West Pender Street, Vancouver [map].

Business hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

- Refund and course cancellation policy


Courses

Currently scheduled:
Course Name Course Code Course Type
Advanced Kitchen & Bath Design INTD 2201 required
Basic Bathroom Design INTD 2106 required
Drafting 2 INTD 2107 required
Drafting 3 INTD 2108 required
Kitchen and Bath Business INTD 2104 required
Kitchen/Bath Systems & Product INTD 2105 required


Note:

* All course/program information including course/program content, length, admission requirements, prerequisites, start/end dates, postponements and/or cancellation is subject to change without notice.

* Published fees for Continuing Studies programs and courses include GST (if applicable) as well as a College Initiative Fee, which varies depending on the individual course. Student Union Fees will be assessed at time of registration. Please note: fees displayed on the web do not include Student Union Fees.


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