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Medical Administrative Assistant - CDI College

Students with a combined interest in medical sciences and business will find career opportunities through CDI College’s Medical Administrative Assistant diploma program. This program prepares students for employment in a variety of work environments including private medical practices, clinics, and hospitals. Students begin with classes in information processing, learning Microsoft Word and Excel programs, keyboarding, and information processing before moving onto basic business procedures. Technical skills in medical terminology, human anatomy, and medical machine transcription are taught in later phases of the diploma program. In addition, a mandatory practicum is required for graduation, allowing students to apply their education in real-world scenarios. Students are given strong support from CDI College’s career and employment services. Topics including job searching and interviewing, employer expectations, and resume preparation is offered in the Medical Administrative Assistant program’s Career and Employment Strategies course to assist students with finding the right job after graduation.

Resident Care Attendant - Vancouver Career College

Elderly and special needs patients need fully trained aides to care for them on both a short- and long-term basis. Vancouver Career College offers an intensive 27-week Resident Care Attendant program that will provide you with the specialized training needed to work as an intermediate or extended caregiver. Potential career opportunities include long-term care aide, residential care attendant or home health care worker. During this program, students learn about chronic conditions, anatomy, physiology and medical terminology. Additional, courses focus on data collection and monitoring patient health. Additional courses teach students how to create a support network for the family members of a special needs patient. Through training and practica, students also gain the skills and experience to work with geriatric patients and those with chronic conditions, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia. The Resident Care Attendant program also provides “real world’ training with two clinical care supervised learning positions. You will spend three weeks working in intermediate care and four weeks in an extended care role. Graduates receive the following certifications: Resident Care Attendant Diploma, Long-Term Geriatric Care Aid, Certificate Food Safe Level 1 Certificate, Alzheimer’s Certificate, CPR “C” Certificate Standard First Aid Certificate and WHMIS Certificate.

Teaching English as a Second Language - TESL - Vancouver Career College

Teaching English can bring you many adventures within Canada and abroad. Vancouver Career College has a three-month program that will arm you with the work experience and practical knowledge to teach English to foreign students. During the Teaching English as a Second Language program, you will study lesson planning and examine different teaching techniques, including games and other interactive activities. The TESL program (also known as TESOL or TEFL) also requires a 30-hour supervised practicum with 10-hours of teaching. Graduates will receive a Teaching English as a Second Language Diploma and are eligible for TESL Canada Professional Certificate Standard Two. Once you have the TESL diploma under your belt, you can explore the far corners of the world and get paid along the way. This program is recognized by TESL Canada.

Veterinary Office Management - Vancouver Career College

With a high industry demand for appropriately trained personnel, the Veterinary Office Management Diploma Program aims to provide graduates with the best-suited combination of general office management skills and specialized veterinary office training. Our program prepares students with professional front office skills, essential computer applications, accounting and management fundamentals and product knowledge and sales. Students learn to assess and prioritize client appointment requests and respond to clients’ basic questions about general animal health care. Students are introduced to animal breeds, medical terminology, animal health practice, pre- and post- surgical care, nutrition and diet, vaccines, parasites, pharmacology and common surgery. This program maintains the highest possible level of standards and it keeps current with the industry and employers’ requirements. Upon graduation, students are prepared to begin a career in veterinary office reception, administration or management and can work in veterinary clinics, hospitals, animal daycares, animal welfare organizations, wildlife shelters, zoos, aquaria, laboratories, breeding kennels and boarding facilities.

Business Administration Management - Vancouver Career College

Upon graduation, you are prepared to begin a career as an administrative assistant, office administrator, accounting / bookkeeping assistant, customer service representative, inventory controller, marketing assistant and business owner. With experience, graduates will find positions in office management, business and marketing management.

Construction Electrician Foundation - Vancouver Career College

Qualified electricians are highly sought after and well paid trades people. Our Construction Electrician Foundations Program prepares you for an electrical apprentice position. The 27-week program combines training in classrooms, labs and shops. Students learn the protocols and basic principles of electrical work, including installation and maintenance of electrical power, lighting, heating and alarms. The curriculum also covers the fundamentals of electrical work, including math and physics, hand and power tool use, electromagnetism, equipment testing, electrical code, and interpreting sketches and drawings. Safety is also a major component of this program and students examine Workers’ Compensation Board and Safe Work Practices. After a five-week practicum, graduates are qualified to enter the electrical field in an entry-level position.

Early Childhood Education - Vancouver Career College

Working with children is a demanding, but inspiring job. Communities are always hunting for enthusiastic and well-trained graduates to fill a variety of dynamic positions in Early Childhood Education. The Early Childhood Education Certificate program at Vancouver Career College combines theory and practical knowledge to prepare you for a rewarding career in child care. Core curriculum focuses on child growth and development, guidance skills, relationship building, behaviour management, health, safety and program planning. Students also learn how to use music, drama, art and movement to enable learning. The program is set up in modules. After completing the required modules, students may apply for an assessment letter enabling them to work as a part-time volunteer in their field of interest while completing the remaining coursework. Hands-on training also plays a key role in the program. There are a number of observation modules designed so that students work with trained educators and Vancouver Career College faculty. Graduates of this 43-week program will be ready to embark on careers in the non-profit and profit sectors. There are many Early Childhood Educator positions available in community facilities including day cares, preschools, nursery schools and family service centres.

Early Childhood Education Post Basic - Infant,Toddler & Special Needs - Vancouver Career College

Expand your knowledge and experience in the field of childcare. Those who already have basic ECE training can advance their career by taking additional part-time courses to expand their expertise. The Early Childhood Education Infant & Toddler/Special Needs Specializations program is a post-basic certificate that focuses on infant/toddler and special needs training. Students can choose to become certified in both or one of the fields. To obtain both licenses, students will participate in nine courses and two practica. One specialization requires seven courses and one practicum. Courses feature advanced child growth and development; family and community interaction; working with infants and toddlers; administration duties for child care centres and advanced health safety and nutrition. After completing this program, students will receive a License to Practice as a Special Needs Educator and/or License to Practice as an Infant/Toddler Educator.

Office Administration - Vancouver Career College

An office administrator is the backbone of every business. Organizational, clerical and customer service skills are essential to be successful at this fast-paced and demanding job. Vancouver Career College’s Office Administration program provides the training you need to gain employment as a corporate receptionist, office manager, personal assistant or executive assistant. Students become familiar with office administration techniques. They also learn business communications, customer service and accounting software. Additional courses cover computer literacy, word processing and keyboarding. A five-week practicum provides students with on-the-job training. Graduates receive an Office Administration Diploma.

Spa Therapy - Vancouver Career College

This program has been designed specifically to meet the needs of the public and the growing standards of education for Spa Therapists in North America.

Students gain knowledge of Human Sciences: Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology; as well as the ever popular Hot Stone Therapy, Acupressure, Reflexology and, of course, Swedish Massage. The dry spa room techniques include herbal wraps, salt scrubs, glows and facial massage. This program beautifully blends Eastern Philosophy and Western Philosophy to give our students the most well rounded education possible.

Upon completion of the program, graduates can practice as Spa Therapists, Spa Technicians or Spa Practitioners in a variety of settings including: Club Spas, Cruise Ship Spas, Destination Spas, Medical Spas, Mineral Springs Spas and Resort / Hotel Spas.

Medical Office Assistant - Vancouver Career College

Work in the heart of the fast-paced health care industry as a Medical Office Assistant. Vancouver Career College offers the Medical Office Assistant Program. During this 32-week diploma program, students will learn all aspects of running a medical office, from administrative to technical skills. Also, obtain “real world” experience with a five-week practicum at the end of the program. During the MOA program, you will learn the latest medical office best practices, such as bookkeeping, computer skills, organizing medical records, transcribing medical information, operating specialized billing software, and preparing and administering basic medical tests. Other core curriculum focuses on human anatomy and diseases, medical terminologies, pharmacology, and clinical procedures. MOAs are fully trained to answer basic patient questions about their conditions and medication. Supporting courses will help you develop interpersonal and customer relations skills, and focus on career development and the job search. Meanwhile, sustainability also plays a role in the MOA program. Learn how to “green up” your work and home life. Upon completion of the program, you will receive a Medical Office Assistant Diploma, a Standard First Aid Certificate and a CPR “C” Certificate. Graduates are trained to in the following positions: Admitting Clerk, Emergency Room Admitting Clerk, Medical Secretary, Medical Transcriptionist, Medical Receptionist, Medical Billing Clerk or Medical Office Assistant.

Medical Pharmacy Assistant - Vancouver Career College

Patients depend on pharmacy technicians to deliver accurate information about their medical conditions and prescription medication. There is a high demand for pharmacy technicians due to the enhanced role they play in dispensing medications and educating patients. The Vancouver Career College Medical Pharmacy Assistant program will prepare you to become a key player in the health care industry. This program provides all the current industry standard training needed to enter the medical and pharmacological field. The first phase of this program focuses on the Medical Office Assistant program. During this time, students will study medical terminology and learn how to prepare and administer basic medical office tests and answer the preliminary questions of patients. Additional curriculum focuses on bookkeeping, administration, inventory and billing procedures, as well as customer service skills and prioritizing appointment requests. The curriculum in the second phase trains students through the Medical Pharmacy Assistant program. Key courses include pharmacy math, prescription transcription, pharmacy billing, and responsibilities and protocols of a hospital or community pharmacy technician. A five-week practicum follows each half of this program, for a total of 10 weeks working in the field. This valuable work experience will prepare you for a career as an admitting clerk, medical transcriptionist, pharmacy technician, medical office assistant or other relevant position. Upon completion of the program, you will receive a Medical Office Assistant Diploma, a Medical Pharmacy Assistant Diploma, Standard First Aid Certificate and CPR “C” Certificate.

Pharmacy Assistant/Technician - Vancouver Career College

Patients depend on their pharmacist to dispense prescriptions and provide vital health information. As a Pharmacy Assistant/Technician, you will assist the pharmacist with this important task and become an integral part of the health care industry. Vancouver Career College’s Pharmacy Assistant /Technician Diploma program will give you the tools you need to enter this highly regarded role. This 31-week program trains students to work in both community and hospital pharmacies. Subjects covered include pharmacology, dispensing techniques, pharmacy math, medical terminology and prescription transcription. Students also learn the administrative and clerical responsibilities of a Pharmacy Assistant/Technician, such as billing. CPR and First Aid training and certification are also incorporated into the program. The program culminates in a supervised work placement, where you will gain hands-on experience in a pharmacy setting. Following this placement, you will receive job search training and support so you can start your career. According to a Canadian Journal of Hospital Pharmacy study: “86 per cent of all graduates of Pharmacy Assistant / Technician programs found work in their field.”

Plumber Foundation - Vancouver Career College

Plumbing is a well paying and respectable trade. The Plumber Foundation Program at Vancouver Career College prepares you for a career in this high demand field. During the 29-week program, students learn the basic procedures and fundamentals of plumbing. Core subjects familiarize students with construction math and science, study of blueprints, plumbing tools and materials, and piping systems. Hands-on training teaches students how to design, construct and maintain a working plumbing system. Learners also become familiar with Workers’ Compensation Board and Safe Work Practices. After five weeks of training on-the-job, graduates are ready to take on entry-level plumbing positions.

Accounting and Payroll Administrator - Vancouver Career College

Accounting and payroll experts are the lifeblood of every business. Train to become an Accounting and Payroll Administrator at Vancouver Career College. This 40-week diploma program goes above and beyond introductory training and will prepare you to enter the current job market with a competitive advantage. Key elements of the curriculum focus on accounting and payroll fundamentals. Students become well-versed in the business accounting cycle. Meanwhile, specialized courses review specifics, such as payroll compliance legislation like the Canada Pension Plan, the Employment Insurance Act., and the Income Tax Act. The program also offers computer and accounting software training and teaches core administrative skills. Along with an Accounting and Payroll Administrator Diploma, graduates can also access the Canadian Payroll Association’s Payroll Compliance Practitioner Program (PCP), which allows for a greater advantage in the competitive job market. At the end of the program, students enter a five-week practicum, complete with job search training. Graduates receive an Accounting and Payroll Administrator Diploma and are fully prepared to enter the field in a number of roles, including bank teller/clerk, accounts receivable/ payable clerk, benefits/ payroll officer, or audit clerk.

Legal Administrative Assistant - Vancouver Career College

Legal Administrative Assistants are the highest paid in the field of office administration. Also known as Legal Secretaries, they are key members of a legal office for they are responsible for making it run smoothly. Vancouver Career College’s Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma Program trains you to become a high status member of the legal office. This intensive program runs for 43 weeks and covers all aspects of the legal world. No previous secretary experience is required as the program trains students in all the required areas. Instructors explain how a legal office runs and the specific administrative duties required. Advanced keyboarding, transcription and computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) are all part of the curriculum. In addition, students receive an Internet and Core Computing Certification. One of the most valuable aspects of a Legal Administrator is their familiarity with the Canadian legal system. During this program, students learn about the court structure and legal rights. Courses cover all forms of law: corporate and commercial, family, criminal, real estate and conveyance, and wills and estates. There are administrative opportunities at law offices specializing in all of the above areas. Following a five-week practicum, graduates will receive a Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma Program. Upon completing this program, graduates can also choose to further their training by entering our Paralegal Diploma Program.

Paralegal - Vancouver Career College

Become an integral part of a legal office. Paralegals are well respected and well paid members of a legal team. The Paralegal Diploma program at Vancouver Career College trains you to enter the challenging and fascinating world of law. The program combines administrative skills with extensive legal training. Students receive an Internet and core computing certification and study advanced keyboarding and business communications, as well as other day-to-day administrative tasks. The intensive program introduces students to the Canadian court system and covers all aspects of the law, including family law, corporate law, real estate, criminal law, and litigation. Students also learn the procedures for legal documentation and handling evidence. The 65-week program culminates in a five-week internship where students will work in a law office. Graduates are ready to enter the legal world working as a Paralegal in settings such as a private law firm, corporate or government offices.

Business Administration/E-commerce Management - Vancouver Career College

Combine administrative, marketing and e-commerce skills and gain a competitive advantage in the business world. Our accelerated Business Administration/ E-Commerce Management Diploma program covers all the bases needed to support a successful business. You will learn computer skills ranging from basic word processing to PowerPoint to computerized accounting software. The E-Commerce portion of the program examines present and future trends in e-commerce. In fact, students will plan, build, launch and manage their own corporate website. Meanwhile, the 41-week program also examines business communications, sales and marketing in a variety of sectors. Business management, administrative skills and customer relations are also part of the curriculum. At the end of the program, students gain on-the-job experience through a five-week practicum in a business of their choice. Graduates are qualified for a variety of entry-level roles in the business world, such as office administrator, customer service representative, marketing assistant, internet/e-commerce marketing assistant or business owner. Further experience in the field often leads to more senior managerial or consulting positions.

Human Resources Professional - Vancouver Career College

Employees are the heart of every business and human resource management is crucial to recruiting and retaining quality staff members. Our Human Resources Professional Diploma Program will train you to work in the human resources department of any company. This 39-week program combines office administration with practical human resource management skills. The core curriculum focuses on human resources best practices. Learn how to attract and retain staff; how to develop and administer a benefits and compensation program; and how to adhere to federal employment legislation. Students also learn office administration skills for work in an office setting. A variety of courses cover computer and Internet skills; personal organization; conflict resolution; and high-level customer relations and interpersonal skills. After a five-week practicum, you will be prepared to work as an office administrator or as a human resources professional at any company. Further experience in the field prepares you for a management position.

Medical Records Administrator - Vancouver Career College

The health care industry has volumes of medical records to store, maintain and protect and is in need of trained professionals. A medical records career balances medical knowledge and organizational and administrative skills. Our Medical Records Clerk Diploma program will provide you with the academic and practical training you need to become a guardian of personal medical records. This 33-week diploma program at Vancouver Career College trains students to oversee medical records in locations such as health ministries, insurance companies, hospitals and research centers. In addition to learning disease classifications and medical terminology, students learn the protocols for handling personal medical records. They learn how to collect, file, process, monitor and protect health information. Additional courses examine confidentiality and review federal privacy legislation, which determines the guidelines of releasing personal information. Computer skills, office and front desk practices, and creating a sustainable workplace are other course topics. At the end of the program, you will participate in a 125-hour practicum in your field of study. This hands-on experience will prepare you for a career as a medical records clerk or medical receptionist, among other jobs.