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At VCC, you’re more than a student; you’re a future professional. Ensuring you graduate with the skills B.C. employers require is our priority.

Academic upgrading

Whatever your current education level or language ability, flexible course options will help you reach your goals.

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Academic Foundations - Pathways2 Academic Upgrading Grade 10-122 Academic Upgrading Pre-Grade 101 Career Access1

Apprenticeship Training

A combination of classroom learning and on-the-job training.

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Apprenticeship Training7

Baking and Culinary

Train under highly acclaimed chefs and pastry artists in Western Canada's largest culinary school.

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Baking5 Culinary6

Business

Get office-ready skills in as few as five months or earn part-time credentials in specialized areas.

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Applied Business11 Leadership and Management Skills1

Design

Develop your inner artist while learning the tools for success in B.C.'s creative industries.

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CAD and BIM (Drafting)6 Graphic Design2 Jewellery and Gemmology1

English as a Second Language

Learn the English skills you need to work, study, and participate in everyday life in Canada.

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English as a Second Language2 English for Careers3

Hairstyling and Esthetics

Train with experienced instructors in a state-of-the-art facility while serving real clients in the heart of Downtown Vancouver.

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Esthetics2 Hairstyling3

Health Sciences

Whether in a hospital, dental clinic, or laboratory, industry-leading programs equip you for a rewarding career.

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Dental7 Health Administration4 Health Care7 Nursing5

Hospitality

Get the skills and experience needed to enter management-level positions in hotels, cruise lines, and more.

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Hospitality Management4

Human and Family Services

Make the community your classroom while learning to care for young children or help neighbours in need.

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Early Childhood Care and Education2

Instructor Training

Get qualified to teach adults in schools, government institutions, and private companies across Canada and the world.

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Instructor Training4 TESOL2

Music and Dance

Develop your talent and polish your performance while learning the keys to success in the arts.

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Dance1 Music3

Sign Language

Immerse yourself in American Sign Language (ASL) while learning Deaf culture and community, social justice, and Deaf and ASL literature.

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Sign Language2

Students with Disabilities

Career-oriented programs provide access to meaningful employment for students of all abilities.

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Deaf and Hard of Hearing2 Employment Access and Skills Development3 Visually ImpairedSee courses

Technology

Get professional training in the most up-to-date accounting tools, design software, and networking technology systems.

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CAD and BIM (Drafting)6 Electronics and Clean Energy Technology2 Information Technology4

Transportation Trades

Train on real vehicles and equipment in fully operational shops using the most up-to-date tools and technology.

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Automotive Service4 Collision and Refinishing6 Heavy Mechanical Trades2

University Transfer

Earn first-year university credits in small, flexible programs and transfer to schools across Canada.

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University Transfer - General13 University Transfer - SFU Assured Admission11 University Transfer - UBC Competitive Admission2

Youth Train in Trades

Learn the foundations of a professional practice while still in high school. Part of the Industry Training Authority of B.C.

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Youth Train in Trades8

# of programsAcademic Foundations - Pathways2 Academic Upgrading Grade 10-122 Academic Upgrading Pre-Grade 101 Career Access1

# of programsApprenticeship Training7

# of programsBaking5 Culinary6

# of programsApplied Business11 Leadership and Management Skills1

# of programsCAD and BIM (Drafting)6 Graphic Design2 Jewellery and Gemmology1

# of programsEnglish as a Second Language2 English for Careers3

# of programsEsthetics2 Hairstyling3

# of programsDental7 Health Administration4 Health Care7 Nursing5

# of programsHospitality Management4

# of programsEarly Childhood Care and Education2

# of programsInstructor Training4 TESOL2

# of programsDance1 Music3

# of programsSign Language2

# of programsDeaf and Hard of Hearing2 Employment Access and Skills Development3 Visually ImpairedSee courses

# of programsCAD and BIM (Drafting)6 Electronics and Clean Energy Technology2 Information Technology4

# of programsAutomotive Service4 Collision and Refinishing6 Heavy Mechanical Trades2

# of programsUniversity Transfer - General13 University Transfer - SFU Assured Admission11 University Transfer - UBC Competitive Admission2

# of programsYouth Train in Trades8

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Programs and Courses

At VCC, you're more than a student; you’re a future professional. Our priority is that you graduate with the skills that B.C. employers want and need.

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Continuing Studies

Upgrade your skills and talents in your spare time. VCC Continuing Studies programs are designed for working professionals, with most classes held during evenings and weekends.

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International

Discover VCC’s wide variety of two-year diploma programs specifically designed for international students who wish to work in Canada after graduating.

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