Okanagan College Continuing Studies Winter/Spring 2018 Brochure - Revelstoke and Salmon Arm

WINTER/SPRING 2018

CONTINUING STUDIES

ADVANCED GIS

Read how Jen Pooley is using her Advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) certificate in her role at the Adams Lake Band.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Learn strategies to maximize the effectiveness of people and improve performance.

FIRST AID

Obtain certification in a wide variety of approved Canadian Red Cross and WorkSafeBC courses.

REVELSTOKE • SALMON ARM

CONTINUING STUDIES OLIVER

KELOWNA

SALMON ARM

339 Fairview Road P.O. Box 1799 Oliver, BC, V0H 1T0

Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

(Except Tue, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

A108 - 1000 KLO Road Kelowna, BC, V1Y 4X8

Office Hours: Mon - Thu, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Fri, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

2552 10th Ave NE Salmon Arm, BC, V1E 2S4

Phone: 250-862-5480 Fax: 250-862-5434 Toll-free: 1-888-638-0058 cscentral@okanagan.bc.ca

Phone: 250-804-8888 Fax: 250-804-8850 Toll-free: 1-866-352-0103 csshuswap@okanagan.bc.ca

KELOWNA TRADES

REVELSTOKE

Phone: 250-492-4305 Fax: 250-490-3950 Toll-free: 1-866-510-8899 cssouth@okanagan.bc.ca

Phone: 250-862-5457 Fax: 250-862-5469 Toll-Free: 1-877-755-2266, Ext. 5457 trades@okanagan.bc.ca

Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

1401 First Street West P.O. Box 3118 Revelstoke, BC, V0E 2S0

SUMMERLAND

VERNON

Phone: 250-837-4235 Fax: 250-837-2882 csrevelstoke@okanagan.bc.ca

Toll Free: 1-866-510-8899 cssouth@okanagan.bc.ca

PENTICTON Office Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

583 Duncan Ave. W. Penticton, BC, V2A 8E1

Office Hours: Mon - Thu, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Fri, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

7000 College Way Vernon, BC, V1B 2N5

13211 Henry Ave. P.O. Box 1224 Summerland, BC, V0H 1Z0 Toll Free: 1-866-510-8899 cssouth@okanagan.bc.ca

Phone: 250-545-7291, Ext. 2850 Fax: 250-503-2653 Toll-free: 1-800-289-8993 csnorth@okanagan.bc.ca

HOW TO USE THIS BROCHURE Standard First Aid & CPR Level C

COURSE NAME COURSE CODE COURSE LOCATION OLI - Oliver PEN - Penticton SUM - Summerland KEL - Kelowna VER - Vernon SAL - Salmon Arm REV - Revelstoke

Comprehensive First Aid & CPR techniques for those who need training for work requirements, or who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the workplace, home or at play.

Course code: HLT 009 PEN: 1. Mar. 7 & 8, Fri & Sat, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

2. Apr. 10 & 11, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. $135 (+ materials + GST)

INDICATES NEW COURSE INDICATES ONLINE COURSE

DATES & TIMES FIRST INTAKE SECOND INTAKE

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CONTINUING STUDIES

Advanced GIS is used in many aspects of business and allows analysts to visualize data in various formats in order to look for relationships and patterns.

“The GIS Essentials is what I was mostly needing for the work I’m doing now but I found all the other components of the course quite interesting. It’s a challenging program but is exciting to learn,” says Pooley.

“The sense of community I felt while attending Okanagan College continues in the work I do at Adams Lake Band.

I have performed some mapping tasks for a few different departments here that make me thankful for the knowledge I gained at Okanagan College, especially when it comes to helping out our children and youth.”

JEN POOLEY Graduate – Advanced GIS Certificate

JEN POOLEY

After working in the archaeology/ forestry fields for a few years, Jen Pooley decided to change the direction of her career and enrolled in the Advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) certificate program at Okanagan College.

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BUSINESS

BUSINESS

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Shuswap/Revelstoke PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 66 hours LOCATIONS: Revelstoke & Salmon Arm REV: Fall 2018 SAL: Fall 2018 TUITION: $588

Basic Accounting Certificate Gain expertise in basic business accounting in this hands-on program. Learn accounting concepts, generally accepted accounting principles, and the rules of debit and credit.

Understand the accounting cycle for a service business and how to manage a general ledger, prepare financial statements, periodic adjustments and year-end books. Learn customer and vendor-tracking for a merchandising business, as well as inventory concepts, sales taxes, internal cash controls, and payroll preparation. Graduates are prepared to take the Bookkeeping Certificate.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Successful completion of the Basic Accounting Certificate gives the option to transfer credit for Business Education 111 or Applied Business Technology 140 & 141 or Office Administration.

Another way Okanagan College provides you with more education options.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 123 hours PROGRAM FORMAT: Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.

LOCATION: Salmon Arm and Online Jan. 23 – Jun. 28 TUITION: $1,380

Bookkeeping Certificate Delivered online or in person, this program adds to your employable financial accounting knowledge with advanced computerized accounting software and payroll administration skills. Gain the in-depth understanding needed to manage the complete bookkeeping cycle, from how to set up a company through to the full year’s business cycle for computerized accounting systems. Students learn: Excel spreadsheet software, Sage 50 accounting software and payroll administration. Graduates enjoy careers in bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, billing and payroll.

Call us to inquire about taking individual modules in this certificate.

Graduates can apply for transfer credit into the Office Administration program, OADM 142 and OADM 152 and the Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping (CIB).

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DID YOU KNOW?

Successful completion of the Bookkeeping certificate gives the option for transfer credit into Office Administration 142 and 152 and the Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Online PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 144 hours LOCATION: Online Jan. 15 – Jun. 22 TUITION: $4,032

Leadership and Change Certificate Are you a leader preparing for a more senior or advanced leadership role in your organization? Do you want to nurture your own leadership character and competencies and act as an agent of change? If so, this program is the right fit for you.

As a leader, you are often called upon to respond to new challenges in new ways. And you know that bureaucratic, mechanistic and traditional business thinking models and frames of reference no longer work for the 21st century.

In this program, you develop essential skills in five critical areas: • enhancing personal credibility and authenticity • building team commitment • becoming a positive change agent • building a community of learners; and, • aligning systems, values, processes and structure to deliver results consistently.

Enjoy a blend of three online courses and one five-day residency.

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BUSINESS CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Online PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 138 hours LOCATION: Online Apr. 7 – Aug. 26 TUITION: $4,239

Project Management Certificate Project management skills are in-demand regardless of your field - from government to construction, IT to health, and education to non-profit. This intermediate-level program equips you with project management knowledge, strategies and tools that can be immediately applied in the workplace to improve project performance. Gain hands-on experience managing a project through the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling and closing phases. The best part? You enjoy a blend of interactive, online learning, as well as three weekends of valuable face-to-face instruction and networking time at the Kelowna campus. Suitable for project managers at all levels.

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WAYNE VAN DAMME

Project Management is all about getting things done successfully. Obtaining project management knowledge will help anyone to establish a foundation for success. It certainly has for me.”

WAYNE VAN DAMME Instructor – Project Management

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BUSINESS COURSES – Online and/or Other Locations Payroll Workshop This workshop covers basic payroll responsibilities, regulations, and expectations of being an employer. Learn to prepare and maintain payroll records, calculate deductions, remit CPP and EI, and prepare T4s and records of employment. Guides and reference materials are included. This course does not go into detail regarding collective agreements nor contract legislation.

Course code: OFA 011 KEL: Feb. 17, Sat, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $144 (+ GST)

Taking Better Minutes Become a valuable asset to your organization by learning and practicing the skills to produce exceptional and well-summarized minutes that accurately reflect the key details and decisions of meetings. Learn time-saving tips to use during meetings, ways to effectively summarize group discussions, and how to create and format informal and formal minutes.

Course code: MGR 171 KEL: Mar. 10, Sat, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $144 (+ GST)

Performance Development Setting up a performance plan that successfully connects employees to an organization’s goals is the best way to achieve improved productivity and positive and effective employee relations. It’s also an important step in establishing a coaching culture.

In this course, learners focus on the performance management cycle including setting expectations, monitoring successes and challenges and then reviewing performance against expectations.

Using a coaching approach, learners gain the skills required to give effective feedback and identify action plans with a focus on results.

Course code: MGR 376 ONLINE: Jan. 22 - Feb. 18 $225 (+ GST)

SUZANNE BAILEY

Instructor – Gastroenterology Nursing

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We are always adding new courses.

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SUZANNE BAILEY

Being able to take a specialty nursing course online allows RNs and LPNs to continue working while growing their career. A win-win for both employer and employee.”

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DISTANCE EDUCATION

YOUR LIFE YOUR TIME YOUR WORLD

YOUR EDUCATION: ONLINE LEARNING WITH OC

Are you looking for flexibility?

We offer certificate programs, academic courses, and general interest courses that fit your life.

To highlight a few, coming up this winter and fall are: • Bookkeeping, Learner-Centred Instructor Certificate Programs • Academic, University Transfer courses in Arts, Business Administration, Health and Sciences • General interest courses in Gardening, Interior Decorating, Wine Studies

Visit us at okanagan.bc.ca/distance for a complete list of programs and courses

new year, new opportunity APPLY NOW - JANUARY 2018 ARTS UNIVERSITY STUDIES YEAR 1 & 2 OF GENERAL ARTS DEGREE OR ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE Anthropology, Communications, Economics, English, Geography, History, Interdisciplinary Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology

RESISTANCE & REVOLUTION - IDST 102

This course investigates how resistance and revolution have changed in the postcolonial period and in response to increasing globalization. By employing social movement theory and cultural critique students will investigate a variety of historical and contemporary instances of resistance. This course is a continuation of IDST 101 but may also be taken as an elective. (Please contact Admissions for more information.)

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SALMON ARM Start Date: Jan. 3 Cost: Lecture $341*

Lecture & Lab $405*

SALMON ARM

Start Date: Jan. 3 Cost: Lecture $341*

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SCIENCE UNIVERSITY STUDIES YEAR 1 OF GENERAL SCIENCE DEGREE

SALMON ARM Start Date: Jan. 3 Cost: Lecture $341*

Lecture & Lab $405*

Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics

BUSINESS BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION DEGREE

SALMON ARM Start Date: Jan. 3 Cost: Lecture $465*

ACCOUNTING, MARKETING, OR MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA Business, Communications, Economics

SALMON ARM Start Date: Jan. 3 Cost: Lecture $465*

UPGRADING/ACADEMIC & CAREER PREPARATION

SALMON ARM/REVELSTOKE Start Date: Jan. 3 Tuition: FREE

Start your degree here. Take first and second year locally.

Through these courses students can complete prerequisites for post-secondary programs, complete high school graduation requirements, upgrade high school marks, develop reading, writing and mathematics skills and improve career opportunities.

ADULT SPECIAL EDUCATION Adult Special Education provides five different certificate programs for students with disabilities or a special learning needs who wish to work on academic skills, independent living skills, and employment preparation skills.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES Free English classes and one-on-one tutoring for eligible newcomers to Canada.

LAST DAY TO ENROL JAN. 12 For more information, visit: okanagan.bc.ca/salmonarm OR 250-832-2126

SALMON ARM Start Date: Feb. 2018 Tuition: FREE

SALMON ARM/REVELSTOKE Start Date: Sept. - Jun. Tuition: FREE

DID YOU KNOW? Both upgrading and Academic Preparation courses are tuition free.

* Tuition fees are subject to change. Tuition cited does not include some associated fees (i.e., Activity, Health & Benefit Plan, Okanagan College Student Association fees).

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COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY

COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Shuswap/Revelstoke PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 500 hours PROGRAM FORMAT: Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Salmon Arm Jan. 8 - May 25, Mon TUITION: $7,799 NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans.

Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.

Advanced GIS Certificate Learn the essentials of using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to create maps, edit GIS data, and manage projects. Students learn how to use GPS technologies to gather data, perform GIS analysis, and cover advanced topics such as raster analysis, working with 3D data, and network datasets. In addition to an in-depth study of relational databases and how these databases are used within GIS, you complete two major projects of your own design and a directed project of the type you will encounter in employment situations. Graduates find employment in a variety of fields, including private industry, consulting, government, First Nations and mining sectors.

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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Online and/or Other Locations PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 730 hours PROGRAM FORMAT: Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

LOCATION: Kelowna Sept. – May Please contact us at 250-862-5480 if you would be interested in a winter 2019 offering of the program.

TUITION: $8,849 NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans and may be E.I. eligible Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 240 hours PROGRAM FORMAT: Mon - Thu, 4:30 – 9:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Kelowna, Jan. 8 – Mar. 29 Online: May 28 – Aug. 10 TUITION: $6,998 NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans and may be E.I. eligible Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.

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Audio Engineering & Music Production Certificate Dreaming of a career in music? Get started in the exciting world of music production, audio engineering, studio recording and live sound mixing. Our graduates are employed across the Okanagan Valley, working for major AV event services companies, or launching their own music careers and recording studios. Use industry-standard recording studio equipment to learn how to mix live concerts, produce digital recordings, and work on audio postproduction for film, video, computer animation and games. You’ll gain a solid hands-on foundation in the principles of sound, music, basic electronics, processing, signal flow, microphone techniques, mixing and mastering, and live sound engineering.

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Drupal Web Developer Certificate The new Drupal Web Developer certificate program builds the transferable skills necessary to develop on all Content Management Systems (CMS). It is taught by industry experts and provides students with the knowledge, practice and experience to find great jobs and careers in the Okanagan and beyond.

Okanagan College partnered with web development and CMS industry members to develop this unique program. Graduates are guaranteed an industry job interview upon successful completion of the program.

Acro Media, a key industry partner in Kelowna, is offering a tuition subsidy to the winner of a coding contest. Submit your code by December 15, 2017 for the January intake; April 6, 2018 for the May intake. The person who submits the best code project will be awarded $4,000 towards tuition for the Drupal Web Developer Certificate. Contest details are available at www.acromedia.com/contest. The tuition subsidy will continue to be available for each Drupal program offering in 2018.

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COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY COURSES FOR 50+ & ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS Are you 50+ or an absolute beginner? Want a slower-paced course that starts at the beginning? These courses are for you!

Computer Essentials for 50+ - Level I Ready to start at the very beginning and learn the basics of computers? Unravel the mystery of computers as you learn about the difference between hardware and software, how to move and resize windows, and create and save files. Get practice using the keyboard and mouse and accessing computer programs. Discover a new frontier by surfing and searching the Internet.

Course code: COSS 019 SAL: Jan. 18 – Feb. 22, Thu, 9 – 10:55 a.m. $149 (+ GST)

Computer Essentials for 50+ - Level II Are you a frustrated computer user who is missing the basics? Build on your skills and begin to fill in the missing gaps by learning to navigate within the Windows 7 environment with confidence. Save time with multi-tasking, copy and pasting, and creating shortcuts on the desktop. Learn how to save to a CD and USB Memory Stick.

Gain practice creating, saving, opening, printing files and creating folders. Communicate with family and friends around the world using email.

Course code: COSS 173 SAL: Mar. 1 – Apr. 5, Thu, 9 – 10:55 a.m. $149 (+ GST)

Computer Essentials for 50+ - Level III Ready to learn even more of the Computer Basics? Learn how to download photos from your digital camera and then manage, share and store your digital photos using Windows 7. You will also gain more word processing skills with WordPad, learn the basics of Skype and discover how to download E-books from the public library. Slower pace for seniors or absolute beginners.

Course code: COSS 278 SAL: Apr. 12 – May 17, Thu, 9 – 10:55 a.m. $149 (+ GST)

IN-A-DAY SERIES Excel in a Day - Level I

Bookkeepers and business owners, meet your three new best friends: AutoComplete, AutoFill and AutoSum. Discover the timesaving tools of Microsoft Excel 2016 and enjoy this software’s wizardry with worksheets and workbooks. Learn how to enter data, use cell references, insert footers and make charts. Perfect for an Excel beginner or if you want to refresh and upgrade your Excel skills.

Course code: COSS 221 REV: 1. Feb. 14, Wed, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

2. May 9, Wed, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SAL: Feb. 26 & 28, Mon & Wed, 1 – 4 p.m. $94 (+ GST)

Excel in a Day - Level II Take the next steps with Microsoft Excel 2016. Learn formulas and functions, references, ranges, lists, data protection, advanced formatting, sorting and filtering, basic pivot tables and get an introduction to macros and VBA. Previous working knowledge of Excel is required.

Course code: COSS 236 REV: 1. Feb. 28, Wed, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

2. May 30, Wed, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SAL: Mar. 5 & 7, Mon & Wed, 1 – 4 p.m. $94 (+ GST)

PowerPoint in a Day Improve your skills with MS PowerPoint 2016. Work on techniques such as inserting pictures or shapes, changing slide presentations, and editing and manipulating text.

Course code: COSS 231 REV: Feb. 19, Tue, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $94 (+GST)

Word in a Day - Level I Using Microsoft Word 2016, start with the basics of word processing and progress to paragraph formatting features such as indentation, bullets, line spacing and tabs. Explore document formatting features such as page orientation, margins, spelling and grammar check, and print preview. Perfect for a Word beginner or if you’re looking to refresh and upgrade your Word skills.

Course code: COSS 220 REV: 1. Feb. 7, Wed, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

2. May 2, Wed, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SAL: Feb. 5 & 7, Mon & Wed, 1 – 4 p.m. $94 (+ GST)

Word in a Day - Level II Take the next steps and improve your Word 2016 skills. Learn how to use styles to provide consistent formatting in your documents.

Use tables, apply backgrounds and insert, modify and edit items such as pictures, SmartArt and shapes. Previous working knowledge of Word is required.

Course code: COSS 235 REV: 1. Feb. 21, Wed, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

2. May 16, Wed, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SAL: Feb. 19 & 21, Mon & Wed, 1 – 4 p.m. $94 (+ GST)

NEW SKILLS Easy WordPress Websites

Do you want to build a website, but don’t know where to start?

Learn how to use WordPress to create your own website. Discover the WordPress dashboard, and how to add themes and plugins, create your first post and first page, add widgets and sidebars and make your website social media friendly. Leave with a brand new website you can update yourself, dozens of tips and tricks for using WordPress, and a better understanding of what websites require in order to be successful. No website or programming experience necessary.

Course code: COSS 218 SAL: Mar. 12 & 14, Mon & Wed, 6 – 9 p.m. $94 (+ GST) 3, Wed, Thu & Fri, 9 – 11:30 a.m. $94 (+ GST)

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COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY Sage 50 Level I Sage 50 is an integrated computer-based accounting software program that is simple to use and appropriate for small- to medium-sized companies. Level I & Level II are 24 hours each and are entirely hands-on learning in a computer lab. Emphasis will be placed on performing skills used in real-life work scenarios.

Students should have some previous experience or education in manual bookkeeping systems, and basic computer and keyboarding skills.

Level I Modules include: General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Banking and Reporting.

Course code: COSS 244 REV: Jan. 9 – Feb. 1, Tue & Thu, 6 - 9 p.m. $403 (+ materials + GST)

Sage 50 Level II Sage 50 is an integrated computer-based accounting software program that is simple to use and appropriate for small- to medium-sized companies. Level I & Level II are 24 hours each and are entirely hands-on learning in a computer lab. Emphasis will be placed on performing skills used in real-life work scenarios.

Students should have some previous experience or education in manual bookkeeping systems, and basic computer and keyboarding skills.

Level II Modules include: Payroll, Inventory, Time & Billing, Budgeting, Projections, Financial Statements and Year End. (prerequisite: Sage 50 Level I or equivalent experience) Course code: COSS 301 REV: Feb. 13 - Mar. 8, Tue & Thu, 6 - 9 p.m. $403 (+ materials + GST)

Tech Gateway You can’t turn around these days without hearing about the importance of learning to code. What does that mean, and what does it mean to you?

Whether you are a person who wants to improve their tech literacy, someone who wants to find out more about opportunities for their kids, or want to start on the path to a rewarding career in the tech industry, figuring out where to start is often the biggest hurdle you will face when exploring the tech industry. There are many questions you need to ask yourself like: 1. What kind of opportunities are out there?

2. What career is a good fit for you?

3. What skills are needed to get there?

If you are skilled with computers, and want to apply those skills to a job in the tech industry, this course is a good foundation for future training. You will learn basics of coding with iOS and Android, discover how to design web pages using Word Press, and find out what you need to know to design apps. Students will have a chance to interact with industry professionals, and hear from industry insiders about the need for coders in the future.

For more information call your local campus or go to okanagan.bc.ca/techgateway.

Course code: COSS 316 REV: Mar. 2018 SAL: Mar. 2018 $195 (+ GST)

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COMING SOON: ASTTBC member approved courses at Okanagan College.

For information: asttbc.org

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EDUCATION

TIFFANY WALKER

PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 140 hours PROGRAM FORMAT: Tue. evenings plus some Saturdays LOCATION: PEN: Accepting applications for Fall 2018 (P/T) KEL: Accepting applications for Fall 2018 (P/T) TUITION: $2,496

The way the program and practicum were laid out made me confident that I had a solid foundation to really do well in the practicum.”

TIFFANY WALKER

Graduate – Dual Credit Education Assistant

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Shuswap/Revelstoke PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 417 hours (*includes 120-hour practicum) LOCATIONS: Revelstoke & Salmon Arm REV: accepting applications for Sept. 2018 SAL: Jan. 9 - Dec. 20, Tue & Thu, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. & every second Sat. 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

TUITION: $3,932

Education Assistant Certificate Are you looking for a career that challenges and inspires you every day? Graduates work in elementary and secondary schools in B.C., helping children with diverse learning needs (cognitive abilities, physical challenges, health issues, behavioral challenges, autism and related disorders). Through a combination of theory and hands-on learning, you will gain the skills in preparing specialized teaching materials, understanding school curriculum, and maintaining progress records. You will also develop strong observational skills.

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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Other Locations PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 140 hours PROGRAM FORMAT: Tuesday evenings plus some Saturdays LOCATION: Kelowna Accepting applications for Fall 2018 TUITION: $2,496

Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate Are you an adventurer, seeking the next exciting experience at home or abroad?

Teaching English as a Second Language can be a fulfilling full or part-time career.

Use your TESL certification to earn a living while exploring the world or helping new Canadians, and even tourists, learn and navigate the second most common language in the world. Many graduates find their TESL certification is a valuable tool to use as a volunteer both overseas and domestically. In this program you will discover the diverse ways people learn new languages, how and what to teach, and ways of managing your ESL classroom. You will also gain practical approaches to the teaching of vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.

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PIPE/PLUMBING

WELDING

This program exposes students to aspects of residential, commercial and industrial piping systems with a focus on developing practical skills. Upon successful completion students will receive Level 1 technical training credit towards an apprenticeship in one of the following trades: Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Plumber, Gasfitter or Sprinkler System Installer.

This program prepares students for employment as a welder in industry. Graduates from this program will receive an Industry Training Authority Certificate of Completion, technical training credit for Welder Level 1 and Level 2 and 300 work-based hours once registered as a Welder apprentice.

FOUNDATION

SALMON ARM Start Date: Feb. 2018 Applications Now Open Tuition: $2,749*

FOUNDATION

SALMON ARM Start Date: Aug. 2018 Applications Now Open Tuition: $3,140*

* Tuition fees are subject to change. Tuition cited does not include some associated fees (i.e., Activity, Health & Benefit Plan, Okanagan College Student Association fees).

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TRADES • Phone: 250-862-5457

SALMON ARM CAMPUS

build your future DUAL CREDIT OPTION

WOMEN IN TRADES

Are you in Grade 11 or 12 and interested in a trade? Ask your High School Counsellor about dual credit programs. You can earn high school and trades certificate credits at the same time, TUITION FREE!

EXPLORATION

Join the hundreds of women who have started a successful career in the skilled trades. Get practical and theoretical experience in the 12-week Gateway to the Building Trades for Women. Make an informed decision about your career path in this hands-on exploratory program that introduces women to a variety of trades.

SALMON ARM Start Date: Apr. 2018 Tuition: *Funding based on eligibility For more information on the Women in Trades Program Call: 250.762.5445 OR Email: wtti@okanagan.bc.ca Visit: okanagan.bc.ca/wtti

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Call: 250.832.2126 Email: sacampus@okanagan.bc.ca Visit: okanagan.bc.ca/salmonarm Follow: OCShuswapRevelstoke

TRADES • Email: trades@okanagan.bc.ca

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EMPLOYMENT SKILLS

EMPLOYMENT SKILLS

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Shuswap/Revelstoke PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 120 hours PROGRAM FORMAT: Tue & Thu, 6 - 9 p.m. & Sat, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Salmon Arm Jan. 9 - Mar. 17 TUITION: $1,210

PROGRAM LENGTH: 400 hours LOCATION: Revelstoke Call Tanya at 250-837-4235 ext 6501 to add your name to the interest list.

Landscape Horticulture Certificate Put your green thumb to work in a career doing what you love. Learn all about botany basics and soil science, including which ornamental plants are best for B.C.’s Interior.

During the landscape construction component, dig deeper into plant selection, irrigation systems, installing turf grass, pest management, pruning and cultivating. This program provides you with the training you need to work in lawn care and landscaping departments and companies, as well as golf courses and cemeteries.

Graduates are well prepared to take advanced studies in specialized horticulture disciplines, such as turf grass maintenance, landscape design, and nursery propagation.

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Nail Technician Certificate Jump into a fun career with endless possibilities. This program will teach you all the skills necessary to begin your career as a Nail Technician. See what all the buzz is about as you work with some of the latest advances in nail enhancement procedures; Learn why well trained Nail Techs are in demand and bring out your artistic side as you learn proper sanitation, general sciences and disease control.

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Online and/or Other Locations PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 1,100 hours PROGRAM FORMAT: Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. plus one Sat per month LOCATION: Vernon Sept. 4, 2018 - June 28, 2019 TUITION: $10,500 (+ approx. $2,000 materials + GST) NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans and may be E.I. eligible Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 272 hours LOCATION: Online Mar. 26 2018 – May 31 2019 TUITION: $5,995

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Esthetics and Nail Technology Certificate Ready to pursue your career as an esthetician, nail artist or spa therapist? Want to run your own esthetics business? Train for a career with endless possibilities in a professional spa environment, with industry-experienced instructors. You will learn the latest techniques for a wide range of treatments including spa-level manicures and pedicures, artificial nail enhancements, skin care and facials, waxing essentials, aromatherapy, reflexology, relaxation and hot stone massage, body scrubs and wraps, eye lash and brow tinting, and make-up foundations. A blend of theory and hands-on training ensures you’re ready to work in day spas, destination spas, on cruise ships, or pursue your own entrepreneurial venture.

One hundred per cent of our recent graduates are employed in the industry.

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Occupational Health & Safety Certificate Get competitive with online, industry-recognized safety training. This program provides you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to enjoy a career as a health and safety professional in a variety of fields including construction, LNG, forestry, mining, manufacturing, education, health care, government, agriculture, and oil and gas. You will learn about effective health and safety systems, how to evaluate and continually improve health and safety systems, health and safety legislation, facilitation techniques, ability management, risk management, investigations and audits. You will also go beyond the development and management of a technically sound health and safety system to develop skills in facilitating a workplace that takes a team approach to health and safety and reduces the human factor in accidents.

Please contact mekline@okanagan.bc.ca for more information about this certificate.

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ENERGY INDUSTRY TRAINING

Airbrakes Endorsement - Theory and Pre-Trip Inspection

Take the first steps to a career in the LNG, petroleum and renewable energy industries. Get the skills and certifications you need to get hired, or maintain your safety certification.

This 20-hour course comprises both the pre-trip inspection (4 hours) and the theory component of Airbrakes Endorsement (16 hours).

Completion of this course is required in order to write the ICBC Airbrakes examination.

Students must obtain a copy of the “Driving Commercial Vehicles” booklets which is available from the Government Agent Office free of charge prior to the course start date.

Course code: LAT 002 REV: Mar. 1 - 18, Fri 6 - 10 p.m. & Sat & Sun 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SAL: 1. Apr. 27 - 28, Fri 6 - 10 p.m. & Sat & Sun 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

2. Jun. 15 – 17, Fri 6 - 10 p.m. & Sat & Sun 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. $225

FOODSAFE - Level I FOODSAFE is a provincial requirement and essential training program for everyone involved in any type of food service, including students, workers, supervisors, operators, and fundraisers. This course emphasizes the 10 improper practices that cause food-borne illness, plus the top six job hazards in food preparation and serving.

Course code: PS 003 REV: 1. Jan. 20, Sat, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

SAL: 1. Jan. 3, Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

2. Feb. 3, Sat, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

3. Mar. 14, Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

4. Apr. 14, Sat, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

5. May 12, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. $69 (+ materials + GST)

FOODSAFE - Level II Perfect fit for managers, chefs, and supervisory staff with experience in the food service industry. Topics include: food poisoning/food protection, facilities and equipment, housekeeping and pest control, and managing sanitary practices in a food service operation.

Pre-requisite: FOODSAFE Level I Course code: PS 017 SAL: Apr. 20 & 21, Fri & Sat, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $165

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention This training focuses on prevention and offers proven strategies for safely defusing anxious, hostile, or violent behavior at the earliest possible stage.

Course code: HLT 178 SAL: 1. Feb. 10, Sat, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

2. May 26, Sat, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. $175

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Chainsaw Basics This eight-hour course covers legislation, personal protective equipment (PPE), work requirements, basic bucking, and taping skills. All training aids provided, including chainsaws for hands-on training. Students must bring steel-toed boots and gloves for hands on portion of course. Certificate issued upon successful completion.

Course code: CON 005 SAL: May 18, Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $325 (+ GST)

Chainsaw ENFORM Certificate Achieve industry-standard certification in chainsaw safety and give yourself an edge in the labour market. This three-day course involves seven hours of classroom instruction and 14 hours of hands-on experience. Topics include: safe falling and logging practices and procedures, safe seismic falling and slashing, review of applicable regulations, safe bucking and limbing techniques, PPE, chainsaw maintenance and filing, and emergency response procedures.

The successful completion of an exam is required for certification.

Successful graduates receive both chainsaw safety certifications, allowing them to obtain work in Western Canada in any industry requiring chainsaw operation. A Wildlife Awareness certificate is also issued.

Course code: CON 050 SAL: Apr. 11 - 13, Wed - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $850

Confined Space Entry This course prepares you to work safely in confined spaces and is ideal for workers, supervisors and safety personnel. Topics include: definition of a confined space, hazards and identification, preparation for entry, working in confined spaces, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and rescue exercises. Successful completion requires full course attendance, a written examination, and a demonstration of practical skills, including entry into a confined space and rescue simulation wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus. An industry-standard training certificate valid for three years is issued.

Course code: NRR 004 SAL: 1. Feb. 14, Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. May 15, Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $194 (+ materials + GST)

Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Designed for those looking to enter into the construction/oilfield industry, this online course can be completed within the comfort of your own home, at your own pace. The training consists of a variety of modules that contain lessons, reviews and an exam. Upon successful completion of the course, a Safety Passport is issued that is recognized/transferable to the Alberta Construction Safety Association.

Course code: CON 023 Online $75

EMPLOYMENT SKILLS Fall Protection Gain the knowledge required to work safely in areas exposed to fall hazards. Upon completion, participants will be able to recognize hazards and to identify and apply fall protection controls.

Course code: HLT 099 SAL: 1. Feb. 16, Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. May 17, Thu, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $119 (+ materials + GST)

Global Ground Disturbance - Level II Designed for anyone supervising a ground disturbance, independently performing a ground disturbance, or issuing and receiving ground disturbance permits. Topics include: regulations and variances involved when a ground disturbance takes place, necessary approvals/crossing agreements and regulations, how to clarify sources when searching for underground facilities, and how to provide notification to the facility owner. Students learn to create a plot plan/site drawing, gain an understanding of line locating and learn about types of exposure. Also covered are the regulations regarding backfilling procedures and emergency response plans and what to do in case an underground facility is contacted. Upon completion of the course a Global Training Certificate valid for three years will be issued to attendees with a passing grade.

Course code: NRR 012 SAL: 1. Feb. 15, Thu, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. May 16, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $181 (+ materials + GST)

H2S Alive

H2S Alive has been adopted as a standard for the petroleum industry. This course is intended for anyone working or wanting to work in the petroleum industry. The goal of H2S Alive is to prepare workers to recognize H2S hazards and protect themselves, as well as perform basic rescue during an H2S incident. Through a blend of theory and practice, you will learn how to use a breathing apparatus, and perform rescue techniques and rescue breathing.

Upon successful completion of written and practical examinations, you will be issued an H2S Alive ENFORM certificate, valid for three years.

Course code: NRR 001 REV: 1. Feb. 23, Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SAL: 1. Jan. 16, Tue, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb. 19, Mon, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar. 14, Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

4. Apr. 17, Tue, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

5. May 14, Mon, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

6. Jun. 15, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $203 (+ materials + GST)

COURSES – Other Locations Introduction to Substance Use Counselling Students will learn about theories of substance use, harm reduction, a strengths perspective, and specific strategies including creating relapse prevention and wellness plans. Using interactive techniques, you will develop counselling skills, including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural therapy, and dialectical behavioural therapy. Admission requirement: individuals with a history of substance misuse must be three years substance use free prior to undertaking this course.

Course code: LSS 001 KEL: Mar. 2 - Apr. 13, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $540 (+ materials + GST)

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Prep Cook Gain the practical skills and knowledge required for an entry level position in a commercial kitchen. Students will become familiar with commercial kitchen layouts and equipment used. This course offers both classroom and hands-on experience cooking and preparing food. Prep cooks who hold industry tickets are more employable so this program includes: Occupational First Aid Level I, WHMIS and Foodsafe Level I. Resume preparation and job search are also included.

REV: Spring 2018 Call Tanya at 250-837-4235 ext 6501 to add your name to the interest list.

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FIRST AID & SAFETY FIRST AID

Emergency Childcare First Aid and CPR B

Okanagan College is an approved Canadian Red Cross and WorkSafeBC Training Centre. Working with the latest equipment, Okanagan College’s First Aid instructors are fully qualified to deliver a complete range of training. Our courses are competitively priced and we offer group rates for businesses, agencies and organizations.

RED CROSS CPR C/AED Gain the skills to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies and choking in adults, children and babies. This course includes adult/child/baby CPR, AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training and certification, rescue breathing, obstructed airway and barrier device/pocket masks.

Course code: HLT 007 SAL: Mar. 18, Sun, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $75

Emergency First Aid and CPR A This course provides simple First Aid & CPR techniques taught in an interactive environment, for those that want an overview of First Aid & CPR for the home or workplace. Learn how to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies for adults, CPR Level A, as well as how to deal with choking, airway and breathing emergencies and prevention of disease transmission. The course includes AED training and certification.

Course code: HLT 014 REV: Mar. 14, Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $79 (+ materials + GST)

Level A - Adult CPR: One rescuer - workplace and lay rescuer.

Level B - Adult/child/infant: One rescuer - families, parents, public, childcare workers.

Level C - Adult/child/infant: One and two rescuers - police,

fire, first responders, workplace first aid teams and lifeguards. health care providers.

Standard First Aid and CPR C Comprehensive First Aid and CPR techniques for anyone who needs training for work requirements, or who wants more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the workplace, at home or at play. Start with the basics (cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, prevention of disease transmission) and progress to in-depth topics like sudden medical conditions and injuries to the head and spine. The CPR C component of the course covers skills needed to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies and choking in adults, children and babies. This course includes AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training and certification.

Certification: Three years Course code: HLT 009 REV: 1. Feb. 27 & 28 Tue & Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SAL: 1. Jan. 23 & 24, Tue & Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb. 7 & 8, Wed & Thu, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar. 26 & 27, Mon & Tue, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

4. Apr. 10 & 11, Tue & Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $135 (+ materials + GST)

Wilderness and Remote First Aid

CPR LEVEL DESCRIPTIONS AND TARGET AUDIENCES

Level HCP - Adult/child/infant: One and two rescuers -

Designed for anyone who cares for infants or children in the workplace or home, this course is an overview of First Aid and CPR techniques taught in an interactive environment. You will learn how to recognize, prevent and respond to cardiovascular emergencies for adults, children and babies, as well as how to deal with choking, airway and breathing emergencies, and prevention of disease transmission.

Course code: HLT 082 REV: Feb. 24, Sat, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SAL: Mar. 24, Sat, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $75 (+ materials + GST)

Whether you snowmobile, bike, hike, quad, kayak or work outdoors, you will be prepared for any first aid emergency. This course covers the basic level of Wilderness and Remote First Aid, Standard First Aid and CPR plus realistic, hands-on, outdoor scenarios to practice your skills. Learn to recognize and treat cuts, burns, sprains, strains, head trauma, spine injuries, GI problems, shock, hypothermia, frostbite, heat illness, medical emergencies and more. Also covered is providing extended care for up to 24 hours, stretcher building, multiple casualty management and evacuation planning.

Portions of the course are taught in an outdoor setting and require greater physical activity and endurance than typical first aid training.

Course code: HLT 072 Spring 2018 please call 250-804-8888 for dates and locations $199 (+ materials + GST)

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FIRST AID & SAFETY Occupational First Aid - Level I

Transportation Endorsement (TE)

This eight-hour course provides training in basic First Aid and includes CPR. Learn self-help or first help of an injured patient and how to stabilize the patient until more trained help arrives. Video, lectures and practical training cover bleeding control, artificial respiration, examining an unconscious patient, and choking. A WorkSafeBC certificate will be issued upon successful completion.

You must be at least 16 years of age.

Certification: Three years Course code: HLT 016 REV: 1. Jan. 23, Tue, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb. 9, Thu, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar. 12, Mon, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SAL: 1. Jan. 9, Tue, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb. 15, Thu, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar. 15, Thu, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

4. Apr. 11, Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $89 (+ materials + GST)

Any job that is more than 20 minutes surface travel from a hospital, requires this certificate along with an OFA Level I or OFA Level II certificate. Develop skills in hard collar application and spinal immobilization on a backboard. Time will be allowed for practice in dealing with various transportation scenarios.

Pre-requisite: OFA Level I or II. Certification: Three years Course code: HLT 020 REV: 1. Jan. 24, Wed, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. Mar. 13, Tue, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SAL: Mar. 16, Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $99

Occupational First Aid - Level III Ready for the ultimate first aid course? This courses prepares you to take on the responsibilities of the First Aid attendant providing emergency care in your industry and covers a variety of emergency medical techniques. You must be at least 16 years old. Course fee includes textbook, pocket mask, certificate and parking pass.

Practical exam is not part of the course hours and will take place the week following the last class. Note: Pre-reading is required.

Certification: Three years Course code: HLT 018 REV: 1. Jan. 8 - 19, Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. May 28 – June 8, Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SAL: Feb. 26 – Mar. 9, Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $670 (+ materials + GST)

Occupational First Aid - Level III Exam Prep If your OFA Level III ticket has not been expired for more than two years less a day, you can take the exam prep course. Tickets must be presented at time of registration or on the first day of class.

Certification: Three years Course code: HLT 177 REV: 1. Jan. 11 & 12, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

& Jan. 15 - 19, Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. May 31 & Jun. 4-8, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

& Jun. 20 - 24, Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SAL: Feb. 27 & 28, Tue & Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

& Mar. 5 - 9, Mon - Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $500 (+ materials + GST)

SAFETY Traffic Control Person Certification

This two-day course is a provincial regulatory requirement and certification is valid for three years. Successful completion of this standardized training course satisfies the requirement of WorkSafeBC for those wishing to work as a Traffic Control Person.

Experience both classroom learning and hands-on instruction.

Please wear suitable outdoor clothing.

Course code: LAT 001 SAL: 1. Mar. 24 & 25, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2. May 26 & 27, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

REV: 1. Apr. 14 & 15, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

1. May 8 & 9, Tue & Thu, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $249 (+ materials + GST)

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Training Partner We offer all Red Cross CPR and recertification courses as well as WorkSafeBC courses.

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HUMAN SERVICE WORK DIPLOMA

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT CERTIFICATE

Graduates of this two-year diploma program find work in a variety of settings including: child and youth services, residential treatment centres for addictions, women’s emergency shelters, and schools. They also often work with people with developmental disabilities, brain injuries and with those who experience mental illness.

Join this six-month program and learn the skills required for a health career in direct client care and in long term care settings. This program focuses on developing the skills to provide person-centred care aimed at promoting and maintaining the physical, emotional, cognitive and social well-being of clients.

Graduates from Okanagan College are in high demand, so start this spring on your new career.

SALMON ARM Start Date: Sept. 2018 Applications Now Open Tuition: $6,194* (two years)

SALMON ARM Start Date: May 1, 2018 Applications Now Open Tuition: $2,730* (six months)

* Tuition fees are subject to change. Tuition cited does not include some associated fees (i.e., Activity, Health & Benefit Plan, Okanagan College Student Association fees).

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make a difference DIPLOMA • Human Service Work

CERTIFICATE • Health Care Assistant

CAREER OPTIONS Students of Human Service Work are curious, compassionate problem solvers who facilitate positive change in people’s lives. They are passionate about their community and take an active approach in helping make it a better place.”

• Health Care Assistant • Home Care Provider • Human Service Worker • Respite Worker • Student Support Worker and more …

CAROLE HALLE-BOWERING Instructor

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Call: 250-832-2126 Email: sacampus@okanagan.bc.ca Visit: okanagan.bc.ca/salmonarm Follow: OCShuswapRevelstoke

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HEALTH CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Online and/or Other Locations PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 302 hours LOCATION: Online Sept. 3, 2018 - June 2019 TUITION: $6,342 NOTE: tuition payments can be split up over three semesters.

Gastroenterology Nursing Certificate Are you a practicing RN or LPN looking to advance your nursing career? This online course is unique within Canada and equips you with the practical skills for entry into the growing field of endoscopic (GI) nursing. You’ll learn about anatomy and physiology, preand post-nursing care for gastroenterology procedures performed in the ambulatory care setting, as well as the handling and care of scopes and accessories.

Graduates of the GNC Certificate program with an RN designation will be prepared to write the CNA’s CGN(C) specialty examination.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 814 hours (includes 400-hour practicum) PROGRAM FORMAT: Mon – Thu, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

LOCATION: Kelowna 1. May 7 - Dec. 7, 2018 2. Oct. 1, 2017 - May 10, 2018 TUITION: $4,765

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate

NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans.

Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.

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Are you interested in playing an integral part in disease prevention within a medical setting? This program will equip you with the skills to combat micro-organisms and create safe and hygienic environments for patients. You will gain in-depth knowledge of aseptic techniques, infection control, cleaning, sterilization, the handling and storage of sterile supplies, and decontamination procedures.

Graduates are eligible to write exams for the Certified Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, Personnel Certification through the Canadian Standards Association, as well as the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management.

PRENATAL

COURSES – Other Locations

Baby on the way? You and your support person will gain essential knowledge of a healthy pregnancy, learn the important practical skills for a positive childbirth experience, and receive valuable information on early infant care. Our childbirth educators work in partnerships with you, health professionals and the community.

Advanced Foot Care

Prenatal Classes When should we leave for the hospital? How long will labour last?

What happens to my baby once she’s born? As a new expectant mother, you have so many questions about the birth of your child.

Get the answers you need about everything from breathing and dilating during delivery to breastfeeding and bathing your newborn at home. In addition to six hours in the classroom, where a nurse leads you through discussions and demonstrations, you’ll have a chance to tour the hospital and get familiar with the place where you’ll meet your baby. Subsides may be available; please ask for details when registering.

Course code: HLT 022 REV: 1. Jan. 9 - 30, Tue, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

2. Apr. 3 - 24, Tue, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

3. Jun. 4 – 26, Tue, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. $85 (+ GST)

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Are you a practicing RN or LPN looking to add to your resume by advancing your foot care skills for use in a clinical or community setting? In this 30-hour course you will deepen your knowledge of healthy anatomy and physiology of the lower extremities, and learn how to recognize deviations caused by aging, illness and various conditions such as diabetes mellitus, MRSA, and cardiovascular disorders.

Course code: NUR 001 KEL: Mar. 7 - 11, Wed - Sun, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. $695 (+ $85 materials + GST)

Are you already looking forward to summer?

We offer unique summer camps for kids with an educational twist!

Experience campus life and explore what the college has to offer in: science, aviation, health, arts, trades, business, hospitality, technologies, and so much more.

Go to campoc.ca to learn more, and to see what’s offered in Summer 2018.

Registration for camps opens in March.

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FALL 2018 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT BUSINESS DIPLOMA/DEGREE BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION HUMAN SERVICE WORK OFFICE ASSISTANT UNIVERSITY ARTS & SCIENCE WELDING FOUNDATION (AUG START)

FREE UPGRADING & ESL COURSES

ADULT SPECIAL EDUCATION ACADEMIC & CAREER PREPARATION ESL-ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSES

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LEISURE & LIFESTYLE CREATIVE ART WITH MITCH MILGRAM Creative Art Metal This course focuses on decorative metal projects. Learn everything from lost wax casting (silver rings and pendants) to copper craftsmithing (cuttings, soldering and annealing) to enameling and decorative forge work.

Course code: FA 030 SAL: Jan. 18 - Mar. 22, Thu 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. $250 (+ GST)

Woodworking for Beginners Instructor Mitch Milgram covers the properties of wood and how to work with it, hand tools and the safe operation of woodworking power tools. You will build either a small cabinet or a table, and learn basic joinery techniques and wood joints, plus gluing procedures, assembly and finishing techniques.

Course code: CON 007 SAL: Jan. 16 - Mar. 20, Tue, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. $250 (+ GST)

LANGUAGES French – Intermediate For those who have completed French Level I, this course improves your speaking and comprehension skills of the French language.

It increases your vocabulary; teaches French idioms and more sentence building.

Course code: HUM 024 REV: Jan. 15 – Feb 19, Mon & Wed, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $120 (+ GST)

Spanish – Level I Equip yourself with the basic tools for functioning in a Spanishspeaking environment. Practice saying and hearing common phrases so that your Spanish conversations become more meaningful and engaging. Focus is on everyday usage of the language, basic conversation, and vocabulary.

Course code: HUM 002 REV: Apr. 10 – May 10, Tue & Thu, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $120 (+ GST)

Spanish – Level II This course is a continuation of Spanish - Level I and is designed for those individuals who have already taken an introductory Spanish course. Level II will have an emphasis on conversation.

Course code: HUM 003 SAL: Feb. 21 – Apr. 11, Wed, 6 - 9 p.m. $159 (+ GST)

PERSONAL WELLNESS WITH ANNE BRIGGS Energy Healing Concepts Includes practical techniques for understanding and directing vital energy, and using your energy field for physical, and emotional well-being and personal growth. There are theory, practical and homework components of this class. Wear loose comfortable clothing, bring a pillow and blanket. Discover how to experience your own energy field. Learn how to give simple effective healing treatments to a partner. Explore the effects of sound and colour on your energy system.

Course code: HLT 153 SAL: Feb. 13 - Mar. 6, Tue, 6 - 8 p.m. $64 (+GST)

Hand Reflexology Reflexology is an ancient healing art with origins that can be traced back thousands of years. Pressure is applied on reflexes in the hands, feet, and ears that directly correspond to every part of the body. As tension is released at the reflex point, the corresponding body part is stimulated toward more healthful functioning. The process encourages overall natural healing, circulation, and restores balance. By practicing on our own and others hands, we will learn how to relax and balance ourselves.

Course code: HLT 086 SAL: Jan. 15 - Feb. 6, Tue, 6 - 8 p.m. $64 (+GST)

COURSES – Other Locations Am I Ready to Retire?

This workshop will help you determine your level of readiness to retire, explore your options and develop a plan to make your transition easier. Facilitated by a certified retirement coach and financial advisor, you will: • Learn about various factors to help navigate a smooth transition.

• Learn how to replace the five benefits that work provides (income, status/identity, structure, social connection and purpose).

• Understand what constitutes the right financial plan for your retirement goals.

• Identify what you need to focus on to provide purpose and direction to your life in retirement.

• Gain the confidence you need to make the leap to this next phase of your life.

Participants will complete the LifeOptionsProfile ™ assessment online prior to the workshop.

Course code: PIR 653 KEL: Apr. 7, Sat, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. $80 (+ $60 assessment fee + GST)

Beekeeping Basics Learn what the handling of honeybees is all about. Beekeeping Basics covers the essentials of beekeeping, will prepare you for the initial start-up of your own bee colony, and you will soon be producing your own honey. This course will have a practical session in a working bee yard.

Course code: PIR 395 KEL: Apr. 7 & 8, Sat, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. & Sun, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. $199 (+ materials + GST)

Portfolio Building Workshop This workshop is designed for individuals who want to apply to an animation program, and want to further develop their artistic skills.

Specifically, the focus will be on bridging the gap between the skills candidates already have and the skills they need to develop to make their portfolios competitive for admission.

All supplies are included.

Course code: FA 163 KEL: 1. Feb. 18 – Apr. 22, Sun, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (no class April 1) $395

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WINE & FOOD STUDIES

KERIAN AND TAMI BEVAN

Having moved to Naramata, we were looking to educate ourselves in the local industry to help feel part of the community in an area we are pleased to call home. Okanagan College and its programs afforded us the perfect venue to achieve these goals, suited to our individual needs.”

KERIAN AND TAMI BEVAN Graduates – all three Okanagan College Wine and Food Studies Certificates (Viticulture, Wine Sales and Winery Assistant)

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WINE & FOOD STUDIES

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS – Other Locations Okanagan College is located in the heart of wine country in the beautiful Okanagan Valley - the perfect place to learn what it takes to grow the best grapes and produce, sell and enjoy the best wines. Our graduates have gone on to become award-winning winemakers and vineyard managers with national and international experience. Today, our alumni can be found in many of the province’s bustling vineyards and wineries.

We believe learning should be hands-on and that’s why we connect you with what’s really happening in the wine industry. Our programs are taught by experienced professionals and include field trips, guest speakers, and a work experience placement.

PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 267 hours (+ 40 hours work experience) LOCATION: Penticton Jan. 8 - Mar. 28, 2018 TUITION: $3,133

Viticulture Certificate

NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans.

Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 147 hours (+ 30 hours work experience) LOCATION: Penticton Accepting applications for Fall 2018 TUITION: $1,637

Gain the skills and knowledge essential to farm a vineyard. Through this program you’ll learn the scientific principles underlying grape growing for the purpose of wine production, the various influences on grape quality, and industry terminology.

In addition, you’ll learn vineyard management, vineyard equipment operation, maintenance, and safety.

Wine Sales Certificate Are you dreaming of a job in wine marketing, wine touring or in a wine shop? Gain the knowledge and skills you need to work in the exciting sales side of the wine industry.

Begin with the basics of grape growing and winemaking before moving onto legal regulations, industry standards, marketing and sales strategies, and knowledge of wine shop management and winery promotions. This program includes online learning options, so you can access this valuable wine sales training anywhere, anytime.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 258 hours (+ 50 hours work experience) LOCATION: Penticton Jan. 8 - Jun. 27, 2018 TUITION: $3,992

Winery Assistant Certificate Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work alongside the many master winemakers in our region as an assistant winemaker, cellar hand or winery owner. Learn the scientific principles underlying grape and wine production, influences on wine quality, industry terminology, winery equipment operation and maintenance, harvest and crush, sanitation and safety, wine sensory evaluation, and marketing and sales practices.

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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Most programs have additional associated costs for textbooks, materials and GST. Please contact your local CS office for current information.

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INDEX

Emergency First Aid and CPR A. . . . . . . . . 20

Computer Essentials for 50+ Level III. . . . . 11

Excel in a Day Level I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Confined Space Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Excel in a Day Level II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

CPR C/AED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Foodsafe - Level 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Creative Art Metal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

French - Intermediate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Easy WordPress Websites. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Beekeeping Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

H2S Alive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Education Assistant Certificate . . . . . . . . . 13

Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Nail Technician Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Emergency Childcare First Aid and CPR B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Drupal Web Developer Certificate . . . . . . 10

Occupational First Aid - Level 3 . . . . . . . . . 21

Esthetics and Nail Technology Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Occupational First Aid - Level 3 - Exam Prep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Gastroenterology Nursing Certificate . . . . 24

PowerPoint in a Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Excel in a Day - Level II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Introduction to Substance Use Counselling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Prenatal Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Fall Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Prep Cook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Foodsafe - Level I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Sage 50 Level 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Foodsafe - Level II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Sage 50 Level 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Global Ground Disturbance - Level II. . . . . 19

Spanish - Level 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

H2S Alive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Spanish - Level 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Hand Reflexology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Payroll Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Standard First Aid & CPR C . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Landscape Horticulture Certificate . . . . . . 16

Performance Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Tech Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention . . . . . . . . . 18

Project Management Certificate . . . . . . . . . 5

Traffic Control Person Certification . . . . . . 21

Occupational First Aid - Level I. . . . . . . . . . 21

Portfolio Building Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Transportation Endorsement . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Occupational First Aid - Level III. . . . . . . . . 21

Taking Better Minutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Wilderness and Remote First Aid . . . . . . . . 20

Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Word in a Day Level I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Occupational First Aid - Level III - Exam Prep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Online and/or Other Locations Advanced Foot Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Am I Ready to Retire? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Audio Engineering & Music Production Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Leadership and Change Certificate . . . . . . . 4 Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Occupational Health & Safety Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Occupational First Aid - Level 1 . . . . . . . . . 21

Word in a Day Level II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Energy Healing Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Excel in a Day - Level I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Standard First Aid and CPR C. . . . . . . . . . . 20 Tech Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Viticulture Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Emergency First Aid and CPR A. . . . . . . . . 20

Wine Sales Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Salmon Arm Campus

Traffic Control Person Certification . . . . . . 21

Winery Assistant Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Advanced GIS Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Transportation Endorsement (TE). . . . . . . . 21

Airbrakes Endorsement - Theory and Pre-Trip Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Wilderness and Remote First Aid . . . . . . . . 20

Airbrakes Endorsement and Pre-Trip Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Basic Accounting Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Word in a Day - Level I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Bookkeeping Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Word In a Day - Level II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Basic Accounting Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Chainsaw Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Education Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Chainsaw ENFORM Certificate. . . . . . . . . . 18

Emergency Childcare First Aid and CPR B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Computer Essentials fo 50+ Level II. . . . . 11

Revelstoke Centre

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Computer Essentials fo 50+ Level I. . . . . . . 11

Woodworking for Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

CONTINUING STUDIES

HOW CAN WE HELP? ABORIGINAL SUPPORT SERVICES We support Aboriginal learners interested in applying to and studying at Okanagan College.

Whether you need a place to study, relax, use a computer or would like to inquire about other services you can always visit the Aboriginal Student Centre in Salmon Arm.

FINANCIAL AID AND AWARDS Okanagan College provides a wide range of financial support to encourage and enable our students to meet their educational goals. Support for eligible students includes awards, scholarships, bursaries and student loans. Visit the Salmon Arm campus if you have questions about Financial Aid and Awards for any program at Okanagan College.

ADVISING Your decision to come to school is a life-changing choice. We know this, and are committed to helping you plan your studies to get the most out of your time at Okanagan College.

• Applying and registering for programs and courses at Okanagan College • Okanagan College educational options • Admission requirements and course prerequisites • Selecting courses to meet your program requirements • General information about postsecondary education options • Choosing or changing your program or courses

ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES The purpose of Accessibility Services is to provide equal access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities at Okanagan College. If you are a student with a documented disability and want to know more about our services, visit us on campus.

CONTINUING STUDIES REFUND POLICY Non-certificate Course Withdrawal Refund requests must be made at least two business days (48 hours) prior to the course start date. No refunds are issued for requests received with less than two business days’ notice.

Students may withdraw by phone, fax, email, mail or in person.

Special refund polices apply to courses where indicated. Check the policy when registering.

Non-certificate courses with tuition fees of $500 or more will have a five business day refund policy unless an exception is made by the Director.

Certificate Program Withdrawal Visit okanagan.bc.ca/cs/policies for complete information on tuition fees, deposits and refunds. It is the student’s responsibility to be informed about refund policies and to contact Continuing Studies when withdrawing.

Information Discrepancies On occasion, information in this guide including listed fees, may be incorrectly printed. Okanagan College reserves the right to correct pricing or course details at time of registration.

N.S.F Cheques There will be a charge of $25 for N.S.F. cheques.

There is no charge to meet with our student services staff.

Call 250-832-2126 to book an appointment today!

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Whether you’re ready to grow professionally or personally, Continuing Studies at Okanagan College offers a wide range of options to meet your learning needs.

We have hundreds of courses, more than 25 certificates, and seven convenient locations in the Okanagan and Shuswap-Revelstoke region.

EXPLORE okanagan.bc.ca/cs EMAIL South Okanagan: cssouth@okanagan.bc.ca Central Okanagan: cscentral@okanagan.bc.ca North Okanagan: csnorth@okanagan.bc.ca Shuswap - Revelstoke: csshuswap@okanagan.bc.ca CALL Penticton: 1-866-510-8899 Kelowna: 1-888-638-0058 Vernon: 1-800-289-8993 Salmon Arm: 1-866-352-0103 Revelstoke: 1-250-837-4235

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