VCC
VIEWBOOK 2022/23

YOUR
EFFECT

140+ PROGRAMS
INCLUDING BACHELOR OF
HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

We acknowledge that Vancouver Community College (VCC)
is located on the traditional and unceded territories of the
xʷməθkʷəy ə̓ m (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and
səl i̓ lw ə̓ taʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards
of this land from time immemorial.

CONTENTS
2

Find Your Effect

4

Our network

5

Our campuses

6

Indigenous Education and
Community Engagement

8

VCC in the community

10 Programs
11 Types of study

22 Health Sciences
22 Dental
22 Health Administration
23 Health Care
23 Nursing
23 Medical Device Reprocessing
24 Health and Social Services
24 Health and Social Services
24 Early Childhood Care and Education

12 Business
12 Accounting
12 Office Administration
12 Legal Office Administration
12 Medical Office Administration
12 Marketing and Communications
13 Building and Resource
Management
13 Business and Leadership
13 Food and Hospitality
13 Legal and Office Administration

25 Languages
25 Sign Language
25 Language and Writing

14 Baking and Culinary
14 Baking
15 Culinary

28 Transportation Trades
28 Automotive Service
29 Collision and Refinishing

16 Design
16 CAD and BIM (Drafting)
17 Graphic Design
17 Jewellery
17 Fashion and Design

30 English as a Second Language (ESL)
30 English for Careers
30 English as an Additional Language

18 Hair and Esthetics
19 Hospitality
20 University Transfer
20 General Credits
20 SFU Assured Admission
20 First-Year Engineering
20 Associate Degrees

25 Instructor Training
26 Music and Dance
27 Technology
27 Information Technology
27 Repair Technology
27 Computing and Information
-Technology

31 Students with Disabilities
31 Adult Special Education
31 Deaf and Hard of Hearing
31 Visually Impaired
32 Academic Upgrading
33 Apprenticeship programs
34 Continuing Studies
36 Eat, shop and more
38 Student services
40 How to apply

Welcome
Thanks for picking up our 2022-23 Viewbook!
In the pages ahead, our goal is to help you
picture yourself in a career you’ll love.
Whether you choose a six-month certificate
or a four-year degree, VCC programs are
designed to give you the skills that B.C.
employers want and need. At VCC, you’ll
also join a vibrant, diverse community that is
committed to making a positive impact – we
call this the “VCC Effect.”
Are you ready to find your effect?

FIND
YOUR
EFFECT
Elevate experiences
BAKING, CULINARY, HAIRST YLING, HOSPITALIT Y

Advance creativity
DRAFTING, FASHION, GRAPHIC DESIGN

Redefine work
BUSINESS, LANGUAGES, WRITING

Cultivate care
COUNSELLING SKILLS, ECCE, HEALTH CARE, NURSING

Drive innovation
AUTOMOTIVE, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, SCIENCES

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OUR
NETWORK

VCC’s connections with local industry, businesses,
and employers are unparalleled – and our students
reap the benefits.
Dilawri
VCC Automotive Service Technician
students receive scholarships and paid
work placements from some of Canada’s
largest dealerships.

Pyrrha
Cutting-edge jewellery designers support
VCC students through scholarships and job
opportunities.

DIVERSEcity
VCC proudly works with local non-profits
to support newcomers and diverse
communities.

RJC Engineers, Dowco
VCC’s CAD and BIM technicians-in-training
get real experience and scholarship
support from top engineering and
design firms.

Dermalogica, Eminence, Goldwell
VCC Hairstyling and Esthetics students
receive products and training from leading
beauty companies.

Vancouver Coastal Health
VCC Health Sciences students complete
hands-on training at medical centres across
the region.

Fairmont Hotels and Resorts
VCC Hospitality Management students
complete 500 hours each of work
experience in world-class establishments.

Vancouver Film School,
Simon Fraser University
Numerous VCC programs are jointly
offered with other top B.C. institutions
to maximize access to expertise and
resources.

Lululemon
VCC Fashion Design and Production
students enjoy industry practicums at top
apparel companies.

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OUR
CAMPUSES

VCC is proud to operate two campuses serving
13,000 students per year in the Metro Vancouver area.
Downtown campus
250 West Pender St.

Broadway campus
1155 East Broadway

Adult Special Education

Academic Upgrading

Baking
Business

Automotive Collision
and Refinishing

CAD and BIM (Drafting)

Automotive Service

Counselling Skills

Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Culinary

English as a Second
Language

Dental
Early Childhood
Care and Education

Health Care

GETTING HERE
Both VCC campuses are
conveniently located on
Vancouver’s SkyTrain
network and numerous
TransLink bus lines.
Learn more about the U-Pass
universal transit pass program
for B.C. post-secondary
students on p. 39.

Heavy Mechanical Trades

Esthetics

Instructor Training

Fashion

Music

Graphic Design

Nursing

Hairstyling

Repair Technology

Hospitality Management

Sign Language

Information Technology

University Transfer

Jewellery Art and Design

Visually Impaired

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INDIGENOUS EDUCATION AND
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Creating a safe and empowering environment
for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis learners
VCC INDIGENOUS
EDUCATION + COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Indigenous engagement advisors
VCC offers one-on-one assistance with program applications, funding research,
and educational planning.
Elders on Campus
VCC’s Elders on Campus program allows Indigenous learners to connect with Elders
to explore Indigenous ways of knowing and being, receive traditional teachings, and
engage in culturally reflective counselling.
Gathering Spaces
VCC’s Indigenous Gathering Spaces support the needs of Indigenous learners by
promoting cultural safety and belonging, as well as offering the use of computers,
printers, kitchenettes, and casual meeting areas.
Cultural expression
VCC hosts regular Indigenous-focused workshops, talks, performances, celebrations,
and recognition events including National Indigenous Peoples Day, Orange Shirt
Day, and Sisters in Spirit.
Furthering reconciliation through education
VCC is committed to honouring the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of
Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and responding to the Truth and Reconciliation
Commission’s Calls to Action addressing the historical exclusion of Indigenous people
in post-secondary education and career training. Our current initiatives include:
a purposeful Indigenous enrolment policy that guarantees spaces and flexible
payment deadlines for Indigenous learners,
career programs delivered on campus and in the community, partnering with
local First Nations and the Native Education College,
a curated Indigenous book and film selection in the VCC Library, and
enhanced programming throughout the college that incorporates Indigenous
ways of knowing and being.
Learn more and connect with us by calling 604.871.7000, option 5 or visiting vcc.ca/indigenous.

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489

Indigenous students
enrolled at VCC
2021/22

OUR PARTNERS

Skwxwu‘mesh Nation

Nation

Lil‘wat Nation

Tsleil-Waututh Nation

Musqueam Nation

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VCC IN THE
COMMUNITY

At VCC, we believe that learning is a life-changing
experience that impacts everyone around us.
Feeding friends
VCC’s culinary arts students and instructors partner with Central City Foundation to
host the annual free Fair in the Square barbecue celebrating our inner-city community.
Giving in style
VCC’s fashion students regularly design and sew business attire which is donated to
charities like Dress for Success and YWCA Career Zone.
Showing pride
VCC’s nursing and jewellery students collaborated to design a pin that identifies health
care workers who respect the needs of trans and non-binary patients.
Making smiles
Students in VCC’s dental programs offer free checkups to hundreds of young children
each year at our Tooth Trolley event.
Welcoming the world
VCC’s English as an Additional Language students provide tutoring to refugees
and newcomer families through community partners like the Mount Pleasant
Neighbourhood House.
Keeping the beat
VCC’s music students, instructors, and alumni regularly host free, top-notch concerts
with donations supporting the Vancouver Food Bank.

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PROGRAMS
Choose from more than 140 programs
to shape your future.
INFO SESSIONS
Learn more about VCC programs by attending
free information sessions held throughout the year.
See the schedule at vcc.ca/infosessions.
EXPERIENCE VCC
Join us for VCC’s legendary open house events
held each Spring and Fall. Learn more at
vcc.ca/experience.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The programs in this Viewbook are available to Canadian citizens and
permanent residents. Find program options for international students
by calling +1.604.443.8600 or visiting vcc.ca/international.

ALREADY PICKED A PROGRAM?
Turn directly to page 40 for step-by-step instructions on how to apply.

The information in this Viewbook is current at the time of production.
For the most up-to-date details, please visit vcc.ca/programs.

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Types of Study
Degree
VCC offers full bachelor’s degrees in hospitality management (p. 19), music
(p. 26), and nursing (p. 23). These programs typically involve four years of
full-time study.
Associate Degree
Earn a standalone credential or a solid foundation for upper-level university
programs in as few as two years (p. 20).
Diploma
Get in-depth training and hands-on experience, becoming job-ready in two
years. Some diplomas can be used as credit towards VCC degree programs.
Certificate
Gain technical knowledge and experience that you can apply immediately in
the workplace. Most full-time certificates can be completed in less than one
year. Many certificates can be used as credit towards VCC diplomas.
Apprenticeship
Earn a B.C. trade certificate through a combination of on-the-job training
and classroom learning. Most apprenticeships take four years to complete,
with 80 per cent of your time spent working and earning an income (p. 33).
University Transfer
Start your university journey by taking first- and second-year arts, science,
and/or engineering courses in small, supportive classes at VCC. Credits can
be transferred to post-secondary institutions across British Columbia (p. 20).
Academic Upgrading
Earn a high school diploma or individual credits to use as prerequisites for
programs at VCC or other institutions. Most upgrading programs are tuitionfree, self-paced, and open to learners with any level of education (p. 32).
Continuing Studies
Expand your skills, earn a professional credential, or just learn something
new. VCC Continuing Studies offers a range of popular part-time classes
as well as micro-credentials, certificates, and diplomas (p. 34).

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BUSINESS

Gain expert
skills in finance,
communications,
and more while
learning proven
leadership practices.
vcc.ca/business

ACCOUNTING

MEDICAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Accounting

Medical Office Assistant

CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, MARCH

LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

LENGTH: 6 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Medical Transcriptionist

Administrative Professional

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 8 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 8 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

Executive Assistant

Marketing Technology

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, APRIL
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / PART-TIME

CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

LEGAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
Legal Administrative Assistant
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, FEBRUARY
LENGTH: 5 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

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SACRED STORIES
VCC’s Gladue Report Writing program is
the first of its kind in Canada, teaching the
legal standards for addressing an Indigenous
offender’s personal and cultural history in
advance of sentencing.

BUILDING AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

LEGAL AND OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

CONTINU ING STUDIES

CONTINU ING STUDIES

Building Manager

Gladue Report Writing

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 4 MONTHS / PART-TIME

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: JANUARY
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

Paralegal (Certificate)

BUSINESS AND LEADERSHIP

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: CONTINUOUS
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / PART-TIME

CONTINU ING STUDIES

Business Leadership and Management

Paralegal (Diploma)

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: VARIES
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: CONTINUOUS
LENGTH: 3 YEARS / PART-TIME

Applied Leadership and Business Management

Legal Office Skills

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: CONTINUOUS
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / PART-TIME

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

Management Skills for Supervisors

Medical Office Skills

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

Administration and Supervision Skills

FOOD AND HOSPITALITY

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

CONTINU ING STUDIES

Wedding and Event Management
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

Record Management Skills
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

vcc.ca/cs

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BAKING AND
CULINARY

THE GOLD STANDARD
VCC baking students consistently earn top spots
at Skills Canada. In 2022, our bakers won gold in
both the provincial and national competitions.

Sharpen your skills under
highly acclaimed chefs at
Western Canada’s largest
culinary school.
vcc.ca/baking-culinary

BAKING
Baking and Pastry Arts – Artisan Baking
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: MAY
LENGTH: 11 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Baking and Pastry Arts – Pastry
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: JANUARY, MARCH, APRIL, OCTOBER
LENGTH: 11 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Baking and Pastry Arts – (Baker) Apprentice
CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP START: VARIES
LENGTH: THREE 4-WEEK TRAINING SESSIONS OVER 3 YEARS /
FULL-TIME, PLUS WORKPLACE TRAINING

Baking Foundation – High School
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: JULY
LENGTH: 6 MONTHS / FULL-TIME
Part of the Youth Train in Trades program by the B.C. Industry Training
Authority (ITA). Learn more on p. 33.

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THE VCC EFFECT
VCC baking and culinary grads are the
talent behind many of Vancouver’s most
innovative and successful restaurants.

CinCin Ristorante + Bar
Chez Christophe
Heritage Asian Eatery
Joey Restaurant Group
Mr. Bannock
Thomas Haas

CULINARY
Professional Cook 1 Plus

Asian Culinary Arts

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: MONTHLY
LENGTH: 8 MONTHS / FULL-TIME, PLUS WORKPLACE TRAINING

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, FEBRUARY
LENGTH: 5 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Professional Cook 2

Professional Cook 1 – ESL

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: MONTHLY
LENGTH: 4 MONTHS / FULL-TIME, PLUS WORKPLACE TRAINING

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Culinary Arts (Cook) Apprentice
CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP START: VARIES
LENGTH: 5 WEEKS / FULL-TIME OR 12 WEEKS / PART-TIME,
PLUS WORKPLACE TRAINING

Professional Cook 1 – High School
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, FEBRUARY
LENGTH: VARIES / FULL-TIME
Part of the Youth Train in Trades program by the B.C. Industry Training
Authority (ITA). Learn more on p. 33.

PERFECT TIMING
Most VCC culinary arts programs run Monday to Thursday
from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. to accommodate students and
apprentices currently working in the restaurant industry.

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DESIGN

WHAT ARE CAD AND BIM?
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Building Information
Modeling (BIM) have become industry-standard
technologies used in the drafting and engineering of
modern buildings, systems, and infrastructure.

Develop your inner artist
while learning the tools
for success in B.C.’s
creative industries.
vcc.ca/design

CAD AND BIM (DRAFTING)
Architectural Technician
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Civil/Structural Technician
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Mechanical Engineering Technician
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Steel Construction Modelling Technician
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

CAD and BIM
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER, APRIL
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

CAD Technician
CREDENTIAL: SHORT CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 4 MONTHS / FULL-TIME
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SHOWING OFF
Each year, VCC Fashion Design and
Production students get the opportunity
to showcase their final collections on the
runway at Vancouver Fashion Week.

GRAPHIC DESIGN
Graphic Design
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

Graphic Design – Advanced Entrance
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

FASHION AND DESIGN
CONTINU ING STUDIES

Fashion Design and Production (Certificate)
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMPBER
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / FULL-TIME OR 2 YEARS / PART-TIME

Fashion Design and Production (Diploma)
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME OR 3 YEARS / PART-TIME

JEWELLERY

Fashion Merchandising

Jewellery Art and Design

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 1.5 YEARS / PART-TIME

CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME OR UP TO 5 YEARS / PART-TIME

vcc.ca/cs/fashion

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HAIR AND
ESTHETICS

GOING GREEN
VCC runs the largest Green Circle Salon in Canada. Our
100-seat facility recycles and repurposes chemicals, foils,
hair clippings, and other spa waste, diverting them from
landfills and waterways.

Train with experienced
instructors in VCC’s state-ofthe-art salon and spa facility
at our Downtown campus.

HAIRSTYLING
Hairstylist
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE
START: SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER, JANUARY, MARCH, MAY
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Hairstylist Apprentice – Level 1
CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP START: MAY, SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 WEEKS / FULL-TIME

vcc.ca/hair-esthetics

Hairstylist Apprentice – Level 2
CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP START: AUGUST, JANUARY, APRIL
LENGTH: 5 WEEKS / FULL-TIME

Hair Design – High School
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

ESTHETICS
Esthetics and Spa Therapy
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE
START: SEPTEMBER, NOVEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME (3 DAYS A WEEK)

Nail Technology
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 4 MONTHS / FULL-TIME OR 8 MONTHS / PART-TIME
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HOSPITALITY

THE VCC EFFECT
VCC hospitality management grads can be
found in leadership positions at top hotels and
resorts around the world.

Coast Hotels and Resorts
Fairmont Hotels and Resort
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Hilton Hotels and Resorts
Marriott Hotels and Resorts
Shangri-La Hotels

Learn professional
management practices
for hotel, restaurant,
and resort settings while
gaining experience in
VCC’s popular on-campus
service outlets.
vcc.ca/hospitality

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Hospitality Management (Diploma)
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

Bachelor of Hospitality Management
CREDENTIAL: DEGREE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME
Hospitality Management diploma required

Hospitality Management (Post-degree diploma)
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: MAY 2023
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

Bachelor of Hospitality Management –
Executive Cohort
CREDENTIAL: DEGREE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / PART-TIME

SQUAD GOALS
The World Cup is coming in 2026! This global soccer
tournament is expected to attract as many as 269,000
international visitors, generate over $1 billion, and create
thousands of jobs in B.C.’s recovering tourism sector.
Source: BC Government News, June 16, 2022
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UNIVERSITY
TRANSFER

Start your university degree in a supportive learning
environment with small classes and dedicated instructors.
GENERAL CREDITS

FIRST-YEAR ENGINEERING

University Transfer

University Transfer (Engineering)

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE
START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 4 MONTHS PER COURSE / FULL-TIME

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, MAY
LENGTH: 4 MONTHS PER COURSE / FULL-TIME
Complete first-year engineering credits at VCC and apply for
admission into second-year degree programs at the University of
British Columbia (UBC), University of Northern British Columbia
(UNBC), University of Victoria (UVic), or Thompson Rivers
University (TRU).

PROGRAMS AVAILABLE
• Arts (Humanities, Social Science)
• Computing Science and Software Systems
• Environmental Studies
• Mathematics
• Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
• Pathway to Health Sciences

ASSOCIATE DEGREES
University Transfer (Science)

SFU ASSURED ADMISSION
University Transfer (SFU)
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE
START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 4 MONTHS PER COURSE
(MAX. 16 MONTHS) / FULL-TIME
Complete first-year university credits at VCC and transfer
directly into second-year degree programs at Simon Fraser
University (SFU) with a minimum grade point average.
PROGRAMS AVAILABLE
• Applied Mathematics
• Applied Physics
• Biological Physics
• Biological Sciences
• Chemistry
• Engineering (Sept. and May)
• Environmental Studies

vcc.ca/ut
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• Mathematics
• Molecular Biology
and Biochemistry
• Physics
• Software Systems
(Sept. and May)
• Statistics

CREDENTIAL: ASSOCIATE DEGREE
START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME (PART-TIME AVAILABLE)
Complete two years of university-level credits at VCC to earn a
standalone credential or gain a solid foundation for third-year
university programs.
PROGRAMS AVAILABLE
• Computer Science
• Science

GET A FRESH START
Your VCC University Transfer transcript can
be used instead of high school grades when
applying to second-year university programs.

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HEALTH
SCIENCES

TAKING CARE
Students in VCC’s Dental programs learn by doing in
our 11,000 sq. ft., 32-seat on-campus clinic which offers
low-cost services to the public.

Make an impact as a
front-line caregiver
or support worker in
numerous in-demand
health care careers.

DENTAL
Dental Assisting – Certified
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME OR 2 YEARS / PART-TIME ONLINE

Dental Hygiene
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

Dental Reception Coordinator

vcc.ca/health

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, FEBRUARY
LENGTH: 5 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Dental Technology Sciences
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2.5 YEARS / FULL-TIME

HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
Health Unit Coordinator
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY
LENGTH: 7.5 MONTHS / FULL-TIME BLENDED

Medical Office Assistant
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, MARCH
LENGTH: 6 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Medical Transcriptionist
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 8 MONTHS / FULL-TIME
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KEEPING IT REAL
VCC’s Health Sciences building is home to a
state-of-the-art hospital environment where
students in multiple programs coordinate
their learning.

HEALTH CARE

NURSING

Health Care Assistant

Nursing (BScN)

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY

CREDENTIAL: DEGREE START: SEPTEMBER

LENGTH: 7 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

LENGTH: 3 YEARS / FULL-TIME

Acute Care for Health Care Assistants

Nursing – Advanced Entry (BScN)

CREDENTIAL: SHORT CERTIFICATE START: OCTOBER, APRIL
LENGTH: 5 MONTHS / PART-TIME

CREDENTIAL: DEGREE START: JANUARY LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME
Intended for Licensed Practical Nurses holding current Canadian registration

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Practical Nursing

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, MAY
LENGTH: 6 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY
LENGTH: 16 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistant
(Rehab Assistant)

Access to Practical Nursing

CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 13 MONTHS / FULL-TIME
Intended for certified and experienced Health Care Assistants (HCA) or
Resident Care Attendants (RCA)

Pharmacy Technician
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: JANUARY
LENGTH: 9.5 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
CONTINU ING STUDIES

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY
LENGTH: 3.5 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

vcc.ca/cs/mdrt
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HEALTH AND
SOCIAL SERVICES

CREATING ROOM
Modeling real child care centres, VCC’s Downtown
campus is home to a dedicated Early Childhood
Education space that can be set up for learning
activities like dramatic play, storytelling, science,
art, music, and more.

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

HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
CONTINU ING STUDIES

Counselling Skills – Foundational
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / FULL-TIME OR 3 YEARS / PART-TIME

EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION

vcc.ca/cs

CONTINU ING STUDIES

Early Childhood Care and Education (Certificate)
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, MAY
LENGTH: 2 YEAR / PART-TIME

Early Childhood Care and Education (Diploma)
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 3 YEARS / PART-TIME

Early Childhood Education Post-Basic Year Two Entry
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER LENGTH: N/A

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LANGUAGES

Boost your communication
skills for work or personal
growth.
vcc.ca/asl

SIGN LANGUAGE
ASL and Deaf Studies
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME
Introductory ASL courses also available

LANGUAGES AND WRITING
CONTINUING STUDIES

Business and Technical Writing
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: CONTINUOUS
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

vcc.ca/cs/technical-writing

INSTRUCTOR
TRAINING
Learn top methods for
teaching adults in schools,
government institutions, and
private companies across
Canada and the world.

INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
Provincial Instructor Diploma Program (PIDP)
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: CONTINUOUS
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME OR UP TO 36 MONTHS / PART-TIME

Online/eLearning Instruction
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: CONTINUOUS
LENGTH: 135 HOURS (ONLINE)

vcc.ca/sie
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MUSIC AND
DANCE

THE VCC EFFECT
VCC music grads can be found performing and
working with top names across the country.

BESTiE
Dan Mangan
Mazacote
Mother Mother
Queer as Funk

Launch your career in
music and music-related
professions by learning
from Canada’s finest
performers, composers,
and producers.

MUSIC
Music (Diploma)
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

Bachelor of Applied Music
CREDENTIAL: DEGREE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME
Music diploma required

DANCE
Dance

vcc.ca/music-dance

CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME
Offered in partnership with Arts Umbrella

TAKE THE STAGE
VCC Music applications are open from November to
May, and auditions are held between February and
June for September admission.

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TECHNOLOGY

A NEW REALITY
Earn credentials from both VCC and Vancouver Film
School while learning the skills to design AR/VR video
games as well as solutions for business, engineering,
and education.

Learn to build the
networks and develop the
software that keep our
digital world running.
vcc.ca/technology

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Computer Systems Technology
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER, MAY
LENGTH: 2 YEARS / FULL-TIME

VR/AR Design and Development
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 16-20 MONTHS / FULL-TIME
Designed and delivered in partnership with Vancouver Film School

REPAIR TECHNOLOGY
Electronics Repair Technology
CREDENTIAL: DIPLOMA START: JANUARY LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

COMPUTING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
CONTINUING STUDIES

IT Operations Professional
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME
Short Certificate also available

Network Security
CREDENTIAL: ADVANCED CERTIFICATE
START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY LENGTH: 1 YEAR / PART-TIME

vcc.ca/cs/computing
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TRANSPORTATION
TRADES

TALKING SHOP
VCC’s Broadway campus houses more than
33,000 sq. ft. of shop space, making it one of
the largest automotive training facilities in B.C.

Train on real vehicles
and equipment in VCC’s
on-campus shops using
the most up-to-date tools
and technology.
vcc.ca/tt

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE
Automotive Service Technician
Harmonized Foundation
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
LENGTH: 8 MONTHS / FULL-TIME, PLUS WORKPLACE TRAINING

Automotive Service Technician Apprentice
CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP
START: SEPTEMBER, NOVEMBER, JANUARY, FEBRUARY
LENGTH: FOUR 7 WEEK SESSIONS / FULL-TIME,
PLUS WORKPLACE TRAINING

Automotive Service Technician E-pprentice
CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP
START: SEPTEMBER, NOVEMBER, JANUARY, FEBRUARY
LENGTH: 3 MONTHS ONLINE PLUS 2 WEEKS CLASS-BASED / FULL-TIME

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THE VCC EFFECT
VCC grads can be found working for notable
companies across the automotive repair industry.

Boyd Autobody & Glass
Craftsman Collision
Dilawri Group
Kirmac Collision
OpenRoad Auto Group

COLLISION AND REFINISHING
Automotive Collision and Refinishing Foundation

Automotive Glass Technician Apprentice

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY
LENGTH: 8 MONTHS / FULL-TIME, PLUS WORKPLACE TRAINING

CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP START: MAY
LENGTH: 3 WEEKS / FULL-TIME

Automotive Collision and Refinishing
Foundation E-pprentice

Automotive Paint and Refinishing
Technician Apprentice

CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: NOVEMBER
LENGTH: 8 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP START: AUGUST
LENGTH: 3 WEEKS / FULL-TIME

Automotive Collision Repair Technician Apprentice

Automotive Collision and Refinish Common Core
Apprentice Level 1

CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP
START: SEPTEMBER, NOVEMBER, JANUARY, FEBRUARY, JUNE
LENGTH: VARIES PER LEVEL / FULL-TIME

Automotive Collision Repair Technician E-pprentice
CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP
START: SEPTEMBER, NOVEMBER, JANUARY, FEBRUARY, JUNE
LENGTH: 5-6 MONTHS DEPENDING ON LEVEL / FULL-TIME

CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP START: NOVEMBER, FEBRUARY
LENGTH: 7 WEEKS / FULL-TIME

Automotive Collision and Refinish Common Core
E-pprentice Level 1
CREDENTIAL: APPRENTICESHIP START: NOVEMBER
LENGTH: 8 MONTHS ONLINE PLUS 3 WEEKS CLASS-BASED / FULL-TIME

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ENGLISH AS A SECOND
LANGUAGE (ESL)

TERMINOLOGY: ESL OR EAL?
At VCC, we prefer and use the term “English as an
Additional Language” or “EAL”, as it represents
learners more accurately. However, we continue to
use “ESL” in our program names to assist people
searching online.

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

ENGLISH FOR CAREERS
Culinary Arts – Professional Cook 1 – ESL
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Health Care Assistant – ESL
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 9.5 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE
ESL Pathways
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE (Canadian Language Benchmarks Levels 5-7)
START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, APRIL
LENGTH: VARIES / FULL- OR PART-TIME / IN-PERSON OR ONLINE

ESL Pathways – Advanced
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE (Canadian Language Benchmarks Levels 8-9)
START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, APRIL
LENGTH: VARIES / FULL- OR PART-TIME / IN-PERSON OR ONLINE

University Transfer English for EAL Students
CREDENTIAL: N/A START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, APRIL
LENGTH: VARIES / FULL- OR PART-TIME / IN-PERSON OR ONLINE

QUESTIONS?
Email: eal@vcc.ca Phone: 604.871.7301

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STUDENTS WITH
DISABILITIES

REACH HIGHER
Need to brush up? VCC offers individual courses in
American Sign Language, English upgrading, and
speechreading for Deaf and hard of hearing students.

Discover your potential
through career-focused
programs that lead to
meaningful employment
for people of all abilities.
vcc.ca/access

ADULT SPECIAL EDUCATION
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS WITH COGNITIVE DISABILITIES

Career Awareness
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 9 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Food Service Careers
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 9 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Retail and Hospitality Careers
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 9 MONTHS / FULL-TIME

Community and Career Education
CREDENTIAL: N/A START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: VARIES / PART-TIME COURSES AVAILABLE
• Reading and Writing • Computer Applications • Managing Your Money

DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING
Deaf and Hard of Hearing – Job Readiness
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: SEPTEMBER
LENGTH: 10 MONTHS / FULL-TIME
English upgrading, ASL, and Living Successfully with Hearing Loss courses
also available

VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Visually Impaired
CREDENTIAL: N/A START: CONTINUOUS (SEPTEMBER-JUNE)
LENGTH: VARIES / FULL- OR PART-TIME
To inquire about VCC’s Visually Impaired programs, call 604.871.7338.
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ACADEMIC
UPGRADING

FEEL THE FREEDOM
Adult Basic Education and English as an Additional
Language programs in B.C. have been tuition-free
for domestic students since September 2017.
Learn more at upgradebc.ca.

Earn the credits and
grades you need to
complete high school,
start a career program,
or apply to college or
university.
vcc.ca/upgrading

Adult Basic Education (ABE) Graduation
(class-based or self-paced)
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: MONTHLY
LENGTH: VARIES / FULL- OR PART-TIME

Academic Upgrading – High School
(class-based or self-paced)
CREDENTIAL: N/A START: SEPTEMBER, JANUARY, MAY
(CLASS-BASED) / CONTINUOUS (SELF-PACED)
LENGTH: VARIES / FULL- OR PART-TIME
SUBJECTS AVAILABLE:
Biology
Chemistry
Computers

English
General Science
Law

Mathematics
Physics
Psychology

ABE Intermediate
(Grades 9 and 10, class-based or self-paced)
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: MONTHLY
LENGTH: VARIES / FULL- OR PART-TIME

ABE Intermediate – Youth (ages 15 to 18)
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: CONTINUOUS
LENGTH: VARIES / PART-TIME

Basic Education (beginning skills to Grade 9)
CREDENTIAL: CERTIFICATE START: CONTINUOUS
LENGTH: VARIES / PART-TIME

Career Access
CREDENTIAL: N/A START: CONTINUOUS
LENGTH: VARIES / FULL- OR PART-TIME

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APPRENTICESHIP
PROGRAMS

Get certified in the skilled
trades while learning from
industry professionals.

What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship combines on-the-job training
with classroom learning and leads to a Certificate of
Qualification (CoQ) or “ticket” for a skilled trade that is
recognized by employers across British Columbia.
How long is an apprenticeship?
Most apprenticeships take four years to complete.
Apprentices spend about 80 per cent of their time on
the job, earning an income throughout their studies.
Is funding available?
Yes. Many apprentices are eligible for the Apprenticeship
Incentive Grant (up to $2,000 for men and $6,000
for women) from the Government of Canada. Other
scholarships and bursaries may also be available.
Do I need a job before starting an apprenticeship?
No. Apprenticeships can be started during high school,
after graduation, or at any point in your career. VCC
offers pre-apprenticeship (foundation) programs in
many popular trades.

vcc.ca/apprenticeship

What is a Red Seal?
A Red Seal is proof of excellence in certain skilled
trades that is recognized by employers across
Canada. A Red Seal Endorsement (RSE) is earned
at the end of an apprenticeship by completing a
comprehensive examination.
Apprenticeship programs at VCC
Automotive Collision Repair Technician
Automotive Glass Technician
Automotive Refinishing Technician
Automotive Refinishing Prep Technician
Automotive Service Technician
Baking and Pastry Arts (Baker)
Culinary Arts (Cook)
Hairstylist

YOUTH APPRENTICESHIPS
Did you know you can start an apprenticeship as early
as Grade 11? Get hands-on trades training at VCC
while earning credits that also count toward high school
graduation. Learn more about the B.C. Industry Training
Authority’s (ITA) Youth Train in Trades program by
visiting youth.itabc.ca.
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CONTINUING
STUDIES

Upgrade your skills and develop new knowledge
that can be quickly applied to the workplace – all
in your spare time.
vcc.ca/cs
VCC Continuing Studies offers a special
selection of programs and courses designed
for the working professional. More than
40 certificates and diplomas are available,
with most classes held during evenings and
weekends or online.
Programs and courses
All Continuing Studies programs offering
a diploma or certificate are listed in
this Viewbook. Other new and popular
courses include:
Basic Counselling
Building Service Worker
Ecommerce
Photoshop and InDesign
Production for Animation and VFX
Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility
Certification™ (RHFAC) Training
Sewing and Pattern Making
Small Business Management
Social Media Marketing
And more…

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Continuing Studies catalogue
View the current list of courses and
programs at vcc.ca/cs.
Register for VCC Continuing Studies
Online at vcc.ca/cs
By phone at 604.443.8484
Questions?
Email: continuingstudies@vcc.ca
Phone: 604.443.8484

NEW EASY REGISTRATION
VCC Continuing Studies has a new
online registration system! Check out our
streamlined site and register for programs
and courses now with an easy-to-use
shopping cart.

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EAT, SHOP
AND MORE

Enjoy the perks of VCC life at our famous
on-campus restaurants and service outlets.
DOWNTOWN
Asian Culinary Counter
Savour authentic Chinese and other Asian dishes
prepared by students in VCC’s Asian Culinary
Arts program.

The Bistro
Let VCC hospitality management students serve you
a variety of tasty appetizers and hearty meals in a
trendy atmosphere.

Cafeteria
Fuel up with a wide variety of affordable dishes
expertly prepared by VCC Culinary Arts students
and chef instructors.

VCC Salon and Spa
Relax and enjoy professional treatments by VCC
hairstyling and esthetics students in our beautiful facility.

Dental Clinic
Receive quality, low-cost dental hygiene delivered
by caring students with instructors’ guidance.
JJ’s Restaurant
Enjoy gourmet cuisine prepared by upper-level
VCC Culinary Arts students in our on-campus
fine-dining establishment.

THE
THE CHEF’S TABLE
Experience VCC’s gourmet
dinner series designed
by Chef Hamid Salimian
and run by international
culinary arts students.

Seiffert Market + Bakeshop
Indulge in freshly baked goods by VCC Baking and
Pastry Arts and Culinary Arts students and enjoy
handcrafted beverages at our newly renovated
Downtown campus café.
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Learn more at vcc.ca/chefstable.

BROADWAY
Auto Shop
Get discounted prices on car repairs and maintenance
by students and instructors in VCC’s Transportation
Trades programs.

Quizine Kitchen
Get top-quality entrees and upscale diner-style food in
our popular cafeteria run by VCC international Culinary
Arts students and chef instructors.

Blenz
Treat yourself to local, expertly crafted coffee and a
friendly study space in our Health Sciences building.

vcc.ca/eat

EATING CLEAN
VCC’s on-campus service outlets prepare food using whole ingredients and use compostable containers and utensils.

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STUDENT
SERVICES
The help you need to succeed at VCC and beyond
STARTING OUT
Advising Services
VCC’s academic advisors can help you plan your
studies and your career path. Meet with them to
get detailed information on programs, admission
requirements, and applications. Sessions are
available in person, by phone, or on Zoom.
Book by calling 604.871.7000, option 2, or visiting
vcc.ca/advising.
Assessment Centre
VCC administers assessment tests for students
who need to determine language, education,
or skill levels for entry into VCC courses and
programs. Inquire by calling 604.871.7093,
emailing assessments@vcc.ca, or visiting
vcc.ca/assessments.
Child Care
The McGregor Child Care Centre is a licensed,
non-profit childcare centre located at the Broadway
campus. Priority enrolment is given to VCC
students and employees. Learn more by calling
778.783.5147, emailing mcgregorccs@outlook.com,
or visiting vcc.ca/childcare.

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Disability Services
VCC offers individualized support and assistive
equipment to students who have a known or
potential disability. Please make arrangements
in advance of classes by calling 604.871.7000,
option 2, emailing disabilityservices@vcc.ca, or
visiting vcc.ca/disabilities.
Financial Aid
VCC helps students access a variety of
scholarships, bursaries, and student loans.
Learn more about the types of financial
assistance available, find application deadlines,
and access forms by calling 604.871.7046 or
visiting vcc.ca/financialaid.
Interpreting Services
VCC provides high-quality, personalized
interpreting for Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of
hearing students. Make arrangements by calling
604.871.7089, emailing interpreting@vcc.ca,
texting/FaceTime 604.328.8742, or visiting
vcc.ca/interpreting.

Registrar’s Office
Your central resource for information about admissions,
registration, credits, fees, and student records. Inquire
by calling 604.871.7000, option 4 or visiting vcc.ca/ro.
U-Pass and Compass Card
U-Pass BC is a universal transit pass program for postsecondary students offering full access to bus, SeaBus,
and SkyTrain services in Metro Vancouver. Learn more
by visiting vcc.ca/upass.
VCC Bookstores
Buy textbooks, course materials, and equipment
online or on campus via VCC’s Broadway or
Downtown campus bookstores. Browse and order
at vcc.ca/bookstore.
VCC Student ID Card
Your VCC Student ID card can be used at the VCC
Library, as a student identification to access the U-Pass,
and for discounts at various local businesses. Obtain
your VCC Student ID by visiting the Registrar’s Office.

STUDENT LIFE
Counselling
Free, professional, and confidential counselling is
available to help VCC students set goals, manage
workloads, and deal with stress, anxiety, and personal
matters. Make an appointment by calling 604.871.7000,
option 2 or visiting vcc.ca/counselling.
Dispute Resolution
VCC‘s Arbiter of Student Issues (ASI) provides impartial
and neutral support to VCC students in matters of
equity, fairness, and VCC’s policy-related complaint
process. Connect with the ASI by calling 604.871.7040
or emailing tmarks@vcc.ca.
myVCC
VCC’s internal website for students is a portal to
individualized services like grades, schedules, and
course materials, as well as news and important college
information. Access myVCC by logging in to my.vcc.ca
using your VCC Student ID number.

Safewalk
VCC Security will accompany students to cars or
transit stations upon request. Inquire by visiting an
on-campus security office or calling 778-783-5022
for Broadway campus security or 604-443-8361 for
Downtown campus security.
Students’ Union of VCC (SUVCC)
A member of the British Columbia Federation of
Students, the SUVCC advocates for students’ rights,
provides services, and hosts events to support VCC
students in achieving their goals. Connect by emailing
info@suvcc.ca or visiting suvcc.ca.
VCC Learning Centres
Free tutoring, academic workshops, and a variety of
educational resources are available to students via the
VCC Learning Centre. Make an appointment by visiting
vcc.ca/tutoring.
VCC Library
Our Broadway and Downtown campus libraries offer
a wide variety of resources for educational use, and
experienced librarians are available to help with
research. Connect by visiting vcc.ca/library.
Wi-Fi
Free, fast, and reliable Wi-Fi is available at both VCC
campuses. Students can access VCC’s network by
logging in with a myVCC account. Guests receive two
hours of free access.

PLANNING AHEAD
Alumni Relations
Graduating from VCC has perks beyond a credential
and an awesome job. Stay in touch through a VCC
Alumni membership and get discounts on campus
and at local businesses. Learn more by visiting
vcc.ca/alumni.
Career Guidance
Research your chosen field, search postings, write
a resume, and access valuable resources by visiting
vcc.ca/career-guidance.

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HOW TO APPLY

1
COMPLETE AN
APPLICATION
Apply at vcc.ca/apply
A non-refundable $35 application fee is
required (subject to change).
For most programs, you will be directed
to EducationPlannerBC.
Track your application
See your status by logging in to my.vcc.ca

CONTINUING STUDIES
Register and pay for VCC Continuing Studies
courses and programs online by visiting
vcc.ca/cs. Learn more on p. 34.

Online Payments
Learn more about VCC’s convenient, online
payment options by visiting vcc.ca/fees.

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2
SUBMIT SUPPORTING
DOCUMENTS
Official transcripts
Original documents only. Documents not
in English or French must be translated by
a certified translation service.
Provincial Education Number (PEN)
If applicable. PEN is issued to every
Kindergarten to Grade 12 student in
British Columbia.
Copy of Permanent Resident Card
If applicable. Required from Permanent
Resident students.
Educational Credential Assessment
(ECA) report
If applicable. Applicants with educational
documents not from Canadian or American
institutions must have their credentials
evaluated by the International Credential
Evaluation Service (ICES).
Proof of English language proficiency
For all applicants. To check requirements,
visit vcc.ca/elp.

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4

MAKE A
COMMITMENT

PAY FOR
YOUR CLASSES

Pay the commitment fee
After receiving a letter of acceptance by email,
pay your commitment fee online.

Check your invoice
You will be sent an official invoice outlining
your payment amounts and dates.

Satisfy other program requirements

Pay online
Log in to my.vcc.ca and visit My Services to
make an online payment, or mail a cheque to:

Academic – e.g. prerequisites or final high
school grades
Non-academic – e.g. criminal record checks,
respiratory mask fit testing, or CPR

Student Accounts Office
Vancouver Community College
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, BC V5T 4V5

Deferrals and Financial Aid
Students with approved student loans or external sponsorships may be eligible for a fee deferral.
If you require financial assistance, please contact VCC Financial Aid at least eight weeks prior to
the start of your program by calling 604.871.7046 or visiting vcc.ca/financialaid.

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CO_COMA_0218_VCC_MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

Downtown campus
250 West Pender St.
Vancouver, B.C. V6B 1S9

Broadway campus
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C. V5T 4V5

vcc.ca

604.871.7000

VCC

myVCC

myVCC

myVCC

Vancouver Community College (VCC)

myVCC

This Viewbook is current at the time of production and is intended to provide an overview of VCC
program areas for the 2022-23 school year. For the official and most up-to-date information, visit vcc.ca.
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