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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.

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Academic upgrading

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

Academic Foundations - PathwaysAcademic Upgrading Grade 10-12Academic Upgrading Pre-Grade 10Career Access

Academic upgrading

Academic Foundations - PathwaysAcademic Upgrading Grade 10-12Academic Upgrading Pre-Grade 10Career Access

Apprenticeship Training

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

Auto Body and Collision Technician ApprenticeAutomotive Glass Technician ApprenticeAutomotive Refinishing Technician ApprenticeAutomotive Service Technician ApprenticeBaker ApprenticeCook ApprenticeHairstylist Apprentice

Apprenticeship Training

Baking and Culinary

Baking and Culinary

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

BakingCulinary[CS] Food & Hospitality

Baking and Culinary

BakingCulinary[CS] Food & Hospitality

Business

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

[CS] Building & Resource Management[CS] Business & Leadership[CS] Legal & Office AdministrationBuilding Service and ManagementEvent, Wedding, and Recreation ManagementLeadership and Management SkillsLegal Office AdministrationLegal StudiesMarketing and CommunicationsMedical Office AdministrationOffice Administration

Business

Design

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

CAD and BIM (Drafting)[CS] Fashion and DesignFashionGraphic DesignJewellery and Gemmology

Design

CAD and BIM (Drafting)[CS] Fashion and DesignFashionGraphic DesignJewellery and Gemmology

English as a Second Language

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

English as a Second LanguageEnglish for Careers

English as a Second Language

English as a Second LanguageEnglish for Careers

Hairstyling and Esthetics

Hairstyling and Esthetics

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

EstheticsHairstyling

Hairstyling and Esthetics

EstheticsHairstyling

Health Sciences

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

DentalHealth AdministrationHealth Care[CS] Health & Social ServicesNursing

Health Sciences

DentalHealth AdministrationHealth Care[CS] Health & Social ServicesNursing

Hospitality

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

[CS] Food & HospitalityHospitality Management

Hospitality

[CS] Food & HospitalityHospitality Management

Human and Family Services

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

Counselling SkillsEarly Childhood Care and Education[CS] Health & Social ServicesGladue Report Writing

Human and Family Services

Counselling SkillsEarly Childhood Care and Education[CS] Health & Social ServicesGladue Report Writing

Instructor Training

Instructor Training

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

Instructor TrainingTESOL

Instructor Training

Instructor TrainingTESOL

Music and Dance

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

DanceMusic

Music and Dance

DanceMusic

Sign Language

Sign Language

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

ASL and Deaf StudiesSign Language Interpretation Diploma

Sign Language

ASL and Deaf StudiesSign Language Interpretation Diploma

Students with Disabilities

Students with Disabilities

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

Deaf and Hard of HearingEmployment Access and Skills DevelopmentVisually Impaired

Students with Disabilities

Deaf and Hard of HearingEmployment Access and Skills DevelopmentVisually Impaired

Technology

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

CAD and BIM (Drafting)[CS] Computing & Information TechnologyElectronics and Clean Energy TechnologyInformation Technology

Technology

CAD and BIM (Drafting)[CS] Computing & Information TechnologyElectronics and Clean Energy TechnologyInformation Technology

Transportation Trades

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

Automotive ServiceCollision and RefinishingHeavy Mechanical Trades

Transportation Trades

Automotive ServiceCollision and RefinishingHeavy Mechanical Trades

University Transfer

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

University Transfer - GeneralUniversity Transfer - SFU Assured AdmissionUniversity Transfer - UBC Competitive Admission

University Transfer

University Transfer - GeneralUniversity Transfer - SFU Assured AdmissionUniversity Transfer - UBC Competitive Admission

Youth Train in Trades

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.

Automotive Collision and Refinishing Foundation CertificateAutomotive Collision and Refinishing Foundation Certificate (E-pprentice)Automotive Service Technician Harmonized FoundationBaking Foundation – High SchoolHairstylist – High SchoolHeavy Mechanical Trades FoundationProfessional Cook 1 – High SchoolTransportation Trades Sampler

Youth Train in Trades

Ways to learn

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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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