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Counsellor Quick Reference Guide2016-2017

2 • VIU Quick Guide 2016

WELCOME FROM THE TEAM

The Office of Enrolment Management at Vancouver Island University would like to welcome you back to another exciting school year! We sincerely appreciate all that you do for your students while they work to determine their next steps in education.

If there is anything we can do to assist you in this, please don’t hesitate to be in touch. Our priority is to help you with whatever you need to make your students’ transition as easy as possible.

Sincerely,

Christine, Joanna , Heather, Dakota & Rob

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CONNECT WITH USconnect.viu.ca

Check out our newly updated counsellors and community partners page at:

connect.viu.ca/counsellors

or contact:

The Office of Enrolment Management

[email protected]

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CHANGES AT VIU


CHANGES AT VIU

Addiction Studies Certificate - This certificate gives students the opportunity to design a collection of courses in the area of addictions. The credential is embedded into the degree or diploma in the area of the student’s interest.

Bachelor of Design in Graphic Design - The Bachelor of Arts, Major in Graphic Design has changed to the Bachelor of Design in Graphic Design in order to maintain consistency with similar credentials at other post-secondary institutions across BC.

Bachelor of Education 1st year entry - Applicants can choose to apply for direct entry into year one of the program (Year One Entry).

Engineering Transfer to SFU - With the addition of an agreement between VIU and SFU, VIU’s Fundamentals of Engineering Certificate now provides the first year curriculum for the University of British Columbia (UBC - Point Grey campus), the University of Victoria (UVic), and Simon Fraser University (SFU) Burnaby campus.

THE CENTRE FOR OUTREACH & COMMUNITY CARE

The Outreach Centre provides practicum placement opportunities for Child and Youth Care students, while at the same time supports the local community by creating programs that meet the needs of children, youth, and families.

viu.ca/cyc

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Forestry and Heavy Equipment Simulators - Eight mobile simulator units will help offer innovative training opportunities to future workers in the forestry and heavy equipment operation sectors. The simulators replicate the interiors of nine different pieces of forestry and heavy equipment machinery – including a grader, dozer, feller-buncher, heel-boom log loader, excavator, wheel loader, articulated rock truck and dangle-head forestry processor.

VIU has secured funds through our Aboriginal Service Plan to take the mobile units out into communities. Over the next 10 months, VIU will deliver the 4-week HEO Foundation program and simulator training to cohorts within the following First Nations communities: Snuneymuxw, Nanoose (Nanaimo), and Cowichan Tribes & Stz’uminus (Cowichan). The program will lead to an Industry Training Authority Certificate of Completion.

Hairdressing Program - changing to Hairstylist Foundation. The ITA is currently updating the Hairstylist Foundation Program to better align with industry demands. These changes will be in effect for the September 2016 intake. This is a 10 month, 1500 hour program.


IMPORTANT DATESOctober 3, 2016 Applications openOctober 19, 2016 Grade 12 Day, Women in Trades EveningDecember 9, 2016 Counsellor Check-in DayJanuary 31, 2017 Application deadline Bachelor of Education February 8, 2017 Lower Mainland Applicant Info SessionFebruary 21-23, 2017 Discovery Days for grade 10 studentsFebruary 28, 2017 Application deadline Bachelor of Science in

Nursing & Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth CareMarch 8, 2017 Port Alberni Applicant Info SessionMarch 9, 2017 Courtenay/Comox Applicant Info SessionMarch 20-31, 2017 Spring Break DaysMarch 20, 2017 Victoria Applicant Info SessionMarch 22, 2017 Nanaimo Applicant Info SessionMarch 31, 2017 Application deadline for University, Career &

Technical and Vocational & Trades programs beginning in September 2017. Deadline for Scholarship, Award and Bursary Profile.

Incoming Outstanding Student DeadlineMay 2017 Registration for classes begins

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Schedule an Activity in Your School or OnlineIn the 2016-2017 school year, the Office of Enrolment Management will be offering enhanced activities to ensure we meet the needs of your students.

In the VIU region:

• One-on-one meetings with students interested in VIU

• Group sessions for students interested in the following programs

• Bachelor of Arts• Bachelor of Business Administration• Bachelor of Science• Bachelor of Science in Nursing• Engineering

• Grade 10 planning class visits: post-secondary overview

• Grade 11 Session: planning for your grade 12 year

• VIU Advising group presentations for applicants

• VIU Advisor one-on-one course planning for applicants

• Web-registration tutorial sessions.

In addition to this, we will be offering community-wide parent events; dates TBA.

Outside the VIU Region

We can offer the same sessions online with video conferencing software, or one-on-one meetings via Skype or phone. We would love to check-in with you to discuss your needs and dates for these activities, should you choose to host them.

Please contact [email protected] for more information or questions.


Counsellor Check-In DayJoin us for a continental breakfast and a check-in on December 9th with program areas on our Nanaimo campus! This year, the morning will consist of speed dating with program advisors from diploma and certificate programs with an optional campus tour to follow.

Future Student Info WebinarsNovember 8th, 2016 – 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

November 14th, 2016 – 11:30 am – 12:15 pm

November 15th, 2016 – 11:30 am – 12:15 pm

November 16th, 2016 - 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

November 22nd, 2016 - 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Applicant Info WebinarsStudents who have applied to VIU may be wondering what’s next. We can help answer those questions during a Future Student Info Webinar. Our Recruitment Officers can answer any questions students have and guide them through their transition to VIU. We cover topics such as navigating the student record, finding helpful resources & student services, getting involved on campus, and residence.

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Applicant Info WebinarsFebruary 16th, 2017 – 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

March 1st, 2017 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

March 13th, 2017 – 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm

March 23rd, 2017 – 5:30pm – 7:00 pm

For more information about webinars please contact [email protected] or to register please visit viu.ca/enrolmentmanagement/webinar

Campus ToursVIU Student Ambassadors are available to guide your students on a tour of the Nanaimo campus. There are several visit options found at viu.ca/visit.

HOW TO CONNECT WITH VIU

General inquiries & prospective students connect with the Office of Enrolment Management at 250.753.3245, Local 2088 or [email protected]

High School Counsellors connect with the Office of Enrolment Management at 250.753.3245, Local 2088 or [email protected]

Application status and documentation questions connect with the Registration Centre at 250.740.6400 or [email protected]

Applicants developing their individualized plan for academic transition to VIU connect with Advising at 250-740-6410 or [email protected].


ADMISSIONS

Applying for AdmissionSpecific admission requirements for each program are listed online in the program outlines at calendar.viu.ca.

General Admission Requirements for University and Career/ Technical ProgramsApplicants are eligible for admission to University and Career/Technical programs if they meet at least one of the following conditions:

• Graduation from a BC secondary school, or equivalent, with a minimum “C” grade in English 12.

• Equivalencies for English 12 are:

• English 12 First Peoples; VIU’s ENGL 067; the ACCUPLACER Language Proficiency Index with acceptable scores. See calendar.viu.ca;

• Previous degree from a recognized university;

• Visiting student from a college or university (a “Letter of Permission” from the home institution is required);

• Transfer student from a college or university (at least 24 transferable university-level credits completed);

• Academic mature student category—at least 21 years of age (or will turn 21 in the first semester of admission) and have a minimum “C” grade in English 12.

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General Admission Requirements for Unclassified StudentsStudents who do not meet any of the above admission categories may be admitted as an “Unclassified Student” to register for university-level classes where they meet the prerequisite(s). Unclassified students will register after all other University program students, so course availability will be limited. Unclassified students are not considered to have been admitted to a university degree or diploma program.

Applicants are eligible for admission as an unclassified student if they meet one of the following conditions:

• Graduation from a BC secondary school, or equivalent from another school system;

• Unclassified mature student category (19 years of age or older, or who will become 19 during their first semester).

NEW AT VIU

Aboriginal Transition to Post-Secondary Support

Heather Burke, Aboriginal Recruitment Officer will change gears this year and focus on supporting Aboriginal youth in their transition to post-secondary. Contact Heather today at [email protected] to discuss ways your students can be supported.


General Admission Requirements for Trades & Applied Technology Programs• Graduation from a BC secondary school, or

equivalent from another school system;

OR• Trades’ mature student category: at least 19 years of

age (or turning 19 during the first two months of the program);

AND the following:• Minimum 17 years of age, unless stated otherwise;• Résumé and/or letter of intent and/or references

may be required;• Interview may be required;• Math and/or reading and/or trades aptitude test

may be required;• Physically fit and able to adapt to working

conditions;• Good hand/eye coordination;• Good health; free of vision, hearing or respiratory

ailments;• Valid driver’s license will be required for vehicle and

equipment operation.

Special Admission for Secondary School Students to University Credit CoursesApplicants still attending secondary school may be considered eligible to register in up to TWO university credit courses per semester for up to a maximum of FOUR courses prior to secondary school graduation. For more information, please visit calendar.viu.ca/admissions

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International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement ProgramVIU recognizes the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP) programs. Under certain conditions, students presenting IB or AP credentials will receive up to 30 university credits for the courses completed. A minimum grade of 5 is required on IB courses; a minimum grade of 4 is required on AP courses. See calendar.viu.ca/admissions

Missing Admission Requirements or Prerequisites?If you did not complete high school, or you are missing admission requirements or course prerequisites you can still get started on your post-secondary pathway. Our Academic and Career Preparation programs offer opportunities to upgrade, complete high school equivalencies, receive your graduation diploma and refresh your skills for further study. You may need to take an assessment test for placement purposes. For more information see, viu.ca/acp.

Incoming Outstanding Student InitiativeThe Incoming Outstanding Student (IOS) initiative awards the highest priority registration appointments to the strongest applicants to the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Education (year 1 entry), Bachelor of Science or Exploratory University Studies programs who are entering post-secondary studies for the first time. Find details about how to apply here - viu.ca/ios

Need an assessment for admission?viu.ca/assessments 250.740.6276 Entrance assessments for VIU programs.

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PROGRAM GUIDE


ART, DESIGN & PERFORMING ARTS

Art & DesignGraphic Design, Bachelor of Design in

Grade 12. English 12* min. C.

Letter of intent. Résumé. References. Portfolio.

Interview. For Management stream: Min. C+ in either Principles of Math 11 or Foundations of Math 11.

Interior Design, Bachelor of


Min. C in one of: Principles of Math 11, Applications of Math 11 or Foundations of Math 11.

Letter of intent. Résumé. Portfolio. Interview.

Visual Art, Diploma


Letter of intent. Portfolio. Interview.

Visual Art, Bachelor of Arts, Major or Minor


Letter of intent. Portfolio. Interview.

PROGRAM GUIDE:How to use this section:

Sections are organized by faculty area; programs are listed by credential and then alphabetically. In some cases, similar programs are grouped together.

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Performing ArtsTechnical Theatre, Diploma


Interview.

Theatre, Diploma


Interview.

Jazz Studies, Bachelor of Music (Jazz Studies, Diploma)


Audition.

Students wishing to complete a Diploma in Jazz Studies apply to the degree program and may exit after two years with a Diploma.

ARTS, HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES

Addiction Studies, Certificate


Individual courses may have additional prerequisites.

Criminology, Diploma

Grade 12. English 12* min. C+.

Min. C in one of: Principles of Math 11, Applications of Math 11 or Foundations of Math 11. Admission rankings are determined by the overall GPA of English 12 and Math 11.


Arts, Associate Degree



Arts, Bachelor of



Proficiency in Language and Culture, Certificate


Languages and Culture (Romance Languages), Post-Degree Diploma

Recognized Bachelor’s Degree.

Community Planning, Master of

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in any discipline. Min. B average calculated in the last two years of the undergraduate degree, with a review of the entire degree.

Résumé.

Three letters of reference.

Statement of interest and volunteer and/or career experience.

Geographic Information System (GIS) Applications, Advanced Diploma

University degree or technical diploma. Introductory courses in GIS and Computer Literacy. Meet VIU’s English language requirements.

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Geographic Information System (GIS) Applications, Master of

Stage 1: Bachelor’s degree. VIU’s International Student English Language Requirements for Academic Programs.

Significant experience or training in GIS. Introductory GIS course. Letter of Intent. References. Interview may be required.

Stage 2: Meet Stage 1 admission requirements. VIU’s Advanced Diploma in GIS Applications (or equivalent) with a minimum B in all GIS diploma courses.

Satisfactory assessment of the intended research topic.

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT

Applied Business Technology (Office Administration), Certificate

and, online only: Medical Office Assistant.


Min. C in Mathematics 10 or Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics 10. Assessment test available if minimum grade prerequisites not met for Math or English.

Event Management, Certificate


Management Skills for Supervisors, Certificate

No entry requirements.


Business Management, Certificate


Min. C+ in one of: Principles of Math 11 or Foundations of Math 11 or equivalent.

Students wishing to complete a Diploma in Business Administration apply to the degree program and may exit after two years with a Diploma.

Business, Bachelor of Arts, Minor

See pg. 20 for admission requirements for the Bachelor of Arts.

Business Administration, Bachelor of (Business Administration, Diploma)


Min. C in one of: Principles of Math 12, Applications of Math 12, Foundations of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12.

Business Studies, Post-Degree Diploma

Recognized Bachelor’s degree, business or non-business focus. Meet VIU’s English language requirements.


Business Administration, Master of

Bachelor’s degree, business or non-business focus, with min. B avg. in the last two years.

Letter of intent. Résumé. One year work experience. Two references from past employers or professors.

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EDUCATION

Education, Bachelor of

Entry at Year 1: Grade 12. English 12* min. C.

Entry at Year 3: Completion of a minimum of 48 post-secondary credits with a C+ (2.33) GPA.

Completion of an Applicant Profile. Submission of Official Transcripts.

Education, Bachelor of (Post-Baccalaureate)

Recognized previous degree.

Elementary Teaching Option: 3 credits Science, 3 credits Canadian studies, 3 credits Math and 6 credits English (Composition & Literature).

Secondary Teaching Option: 6 credits English (Composition & Literature). Content must meet approval of VIU Education.

Min. C+ avg. on most recent 60 credits.

Applicant profile.

Inclusive Education, Graduate Diploma

Possession of valid Canadian teaching credential.

Relevant experience as a professional educator.

Online Learning and Teaching, Graduate Diploma

Completion of either a Bachelor of Education degree, or a prior degree in another discipline with current teaching experience.

Teacher Leadership, Graduate Diploma

Bachelor of Education degree with min. B avg. in final two years. Two years teaching experience.


Educational Leadership, Master of Education

Bachelor of Education degree with a min. B avg. in final two years of study.

Résumé outlining teaching experience. Two years of teaching experience is preferred.

Letter of intent. Two confidential assessment reports.

Flexible admission available.

Special Education, Master of Education

Bachelor’s degree with min. B avg. in final two years of study.

Résumé outlining teaching experience. Two years of teaching experience is preferred.

Letter of intent.

Two confidential assessment reports.

Physical Education, Diploma



Physical Education, Bachelor of Arts, Major or Minor


EXPLORATORY UNIVERSITY STUDIES

Exploratory University Studies (EXPO)



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FIRST NATIONS

Aboriginal University Bridging Program, Certificate

Aboriginal Status.


Arts One – First Nations, Certificate


Community Health Promotion for Aboriginal Communities, Certificate


Computer skills or Introduction to Computers within the past 2 years.

Foodsafe, First Aid, immunizations, Criminal Record Check. Driver’s license may be required.

First Nations Housing Manager, Certificate

Grade 12.

Physically fit and good health, free of vision, hearing or respiratory ailments. Good hand-eye coordination. Valid driver’s license.

First Nations Studies, Bachelor of Arts, Major or Minor



HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

HealthHealth Care Assistant, Certificate

Grade 12. English 12*.

Personal profile. Interview.

BC Care Aide & Community Health worker registry’s minimum English language competency requirement. English competency self-declaration form.

Hospital Unit Coordinator, Certificate

Grade 12, or Assessments in Hospital Unit Coordinator Math and English.

OSME 002: Medical Terminology and Anatomy & Physiology within the last 5 years. Introduction to Computers within the past 2 years or equivalent course. 50 cwpm.

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, Certificate


Completion of Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology and Interpersonal Skills for Healthcare Workers.

Dental Assistant, Certificate

Grade 12. English 12* min. C ,Biology 12 min. C.

Good health. 20/20 vision with correction required.

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Dental Hygiene, Diploma


Post-secondary coursework equivalent to 34 credits of: VIU Degree English Requirement; BIOL 151/152/153/154 or BIOL 156/157; CHEM 140/141 or CHEM 140/142; PSYC 111/112 or PSYC 121/122 or PSYC 131/132; MATH 211 or MATH 161; and any 100 or 200 level Post-Secondary course without a T or G suffix. Biology and Chemistry must have been completed within the last 5 years.

Personal profile.

Practical Nursing, Diploma

. Grade 12. English 12* min. C+ or Technical Professional Communications 12 with a B+. Min. C in one of: Principles of Math 11 or Foundations of Math 11. Biology 12 min. C.

HHPN 001: Human Anatomy and Physiology for Practical Nurses min. C+.

Proof of WHMIS, CPR level C, and Immunization requirements.

Nursing, Bachelor of Science in

Grade 12. English 12* min. C+. Chemistry 11, Biology 12 min C+. Min. C+ in one of: Principles of Math 11, Pre-Calculus 11 or Foundations of Math 12.

Proof of WHMIS and CPR level C and Immunization requirements.

Gerontology: Active Aging, Graduate Diploma

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university in any discipline. Min. B average calculated on the last 60 credits attempted in the degree.


Human ServicesCommunity Mental Health Worker, Certificate26-week Certificate program


Foundations in Mental Health, Certificate

No entry requirements.

School and Community Support Worker, Certificate


Résumé. References. Interview. Letter from a physician attesting to the applicant’s physical suitability to the program may be required. Fieldwork and/or practicums will require a satisfactory criminal record check prior to placement.

Disability Studies, Diploma


Résumé. Cover letter. References. Interview.

Early Childhood Education and Care, Diploma


60 hours of volunteer experience in a licensed childcare setting.

Résumé. References. Interview.

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Child & Youth Care, Bachelor of Arts (Child & Youth Care, Diploma)

Entry at year 1: Grade 12. English 12* min C.

Entry in year 2: Human Services Certificate or 30 first year university credits. Studies should include VIU Degree English Requirement and 6 credits of Human Development.

Entry in year 3: Human Services Diploma or 54 university credits. Studies should include VIU Degree English Requirement, 6 credits of Human Development and CYC 200A, 200B, 201, 252A, 252B, 260B and 265. Min. C+ GPA calculated on the most recent 24 credits completed. Min. C+ in each individual course required for admission.

Personal statement. Résumé. References.

Social Services, Diploma


Volunteer or paid experience in the human services field. Résumé. References. Interview. Personal Profile.

Social Work, Bachelor of

60 credits of post-secondary courses including: VIU Degree English Requirements min. C+, 6 credits of : SOCW 200A, SOCW 200B min. B-, 24 credits of Arts & Humanities and/or Social Science courses. 24 credits of other post-secondary courses not including Social Services/Social Work courses. Min. C+ avg. on most recent 24 credits.

Personal Profile. Interview may be required.


SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Engineering Fundamentals, Certificate

Grade 12. English 12 min. C+. Min. C+ in Principles of Physics 12. Min. C+ In Principles of Chemistry 12. Min. B in either Principles of Mathematics 12 or Pre-Calculus 12.

Computing Science, Diploma

Grade 12. English 12* min. C. Min. C+ in one of: Principles of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12.

Information Technology and Applied Systems, Diploma


Letter of intent.

Interview.

Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology, Diploma

Grade 12. English 12* min. C. Biology 11 min. C.

Min. C in one of: Principles of Math 11, Applications of Math 11 or Foundations of Math 11. Interview may be required.

Fisheries and Aquaculture, Bachelor of Science

Grade 12. English 12* min. C. Min. C+ in Biology 11, Chemistry 12 and Physics 11. Min. B in one of: Principles of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12. Admission to third year requires completion of min. 54 university credits. Interview.

Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology, Post-Degree Diploma

Recognized Bachelor of Science with a min. B avg.

Permission of department. Interview.

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Forest Resources Technology, Diploma


One Science 11 min. C+.

Min. C in one of: Principles of Math 11 or Pre-Calculus 11; or min. C+ in Applications of Math 11 or Foundations of Math 11.

Resource Management Officer Technology, Diploma


Biology 11 min. C.

Min. C in either Principles of Mathematics 11 or Foundations of Mathematics 11, or a min. C+ grade in Applications of Mathematics 11.

Personal profile. References. Interview may be required.

Natural Resource Protection, Bachelor of

Resource Management Officer Technology Diploma, min. C+ avg.

Science, Associate Degree



Science, Bachelor of



Additional prerequisites may include Biology 11/12, Chemistry 11/12 and Physics 11/12.

Min. B in one of: Principles of Math 12 or Pre-Calculus 12.


TOURISM, RECREATION AND HOSPITALITY

Wine Business, Certificate


Min. 19 years of age.

Hospitality Management, Diploma


Min. C+ in one of: Principles of Mathematics 11, Applications of Mathematics 11, Foundations of Mathematics 11, Pre-calculus 11, or equivalent.

Letter of intent.

Hospitality Management, Bachelor of


Hospitality Management Diploma with a min. C+ avg. Min. C in individual courses.

Letter of faculty support.

Hospitality Management, Bachelor of - Culinary Arts Bridging

Culinary Arts Diploma with English 115 or Equivalent

Recreation and Sport Management, Diploma


Criminal record check may be required for field work.

Compulsory orientation in early Fall semester.

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Tourism Studies, Diploma


Interview may be required. Criminal record check may be required for field work. Compulsory orientation in early Fall semester.

Tourism Management, Bachelor of, Major in Recreation

Entry at Year 1: Grade 12. English 12* min. C. Compulsory orientation In early Fall semester. Criminal record check may be required for field work.

Entry at Year 3: Diploma in Recreation, Tourism or Hospitality or by permission. Compulsory orientation in early Fall semester.

Sustainable Leisure Management, Master of Arts

Recognized Bachelor’s degree with min. B avg. in last two years. Meet VIU’s English language requirements.

Résumé. Reference letters. Statement of intent. Interview (in-person or by video-conference).


TRADES & APPLIED TECHNOLOGY

Program length may be subject to change. Check individual programs for admission requirements at calendar.viu.ca or call 250-740-6227 for more information.

Service TradesApplied Business Technology (Office Administration), Certificate

10-month Certificate program; also offered online


Min. C in Mathematics 10 or Apprenticeship and Workplace Mathematics 10.

Assessment test available if minimum grade prerequisites not met for Math or English.

Culinary Arts, Certificate

Grade 12 or assessment test.

Foodsafe Level 1.


Criminal record check (Powell River campus only).

Interview may be required.

Culinary Management, Diploma

Grade 12, English 12* min. C+.

Foodsafe Level 1.

Min. C+ in any Math 11. Interview.

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Hairstylist Foundation, Certificate

43-week Certificate program

Grade 12. Min. 17 years of age.

Personal Profile.

Horticultural Technician Foundation, Certificate


Min. C in one of: Principles of Math 11, Applications of Math 11, Foundations of Math 11, or Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 11 or assessment test.

Fitness required for physical aspects of program and industry. Letter of intent. Interview.



Letter of application/intent.

Interview.

Professional Baking and Pastry Arts, Certificate


Foodsafe Level 1.

Assessment test. Personal profile. Ability to stand for 4 hours at a time. Ability to lift 20 kg/44 lbs. Interview may be required.

Professional Esthetics, Certificate


Personal profile. Interview may be required.


Industrial TradesAutomotive Service Technician, Certificate

Grade 12 or assessment test.


Valid BC driver’s license.

Carpentry, Certificate


Assessment test. Personal profile. Interview may be required. Physically fit. Good hand/eye coordination. Good health, free of vision, hearing or respiratory ailments.

Electrician, Certificate

Grade 12. Min. 17 years of age. Min. C in English 11* or Technical and Professional Communications 12.

Min. C in one of: Principles of Math 11, Applications of Math 11, Foundations of Math 11 or Pre-Calculus 11.

Valid BC driver’s license. Assessment test.

Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation, Certificate

Grade 12. Min.

17 years of age.

Valid BC driver’s license.

Assessment test. Personal profile. Good health.

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Heavy Equipment Operator, Certificate

Grade 12.

Min. 18 years of age. Exceptions may be allowed.

Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license. Additional endorsements may be required. Physically fit. Résumé, letter of intent, and/or references may be required. Interview may be required. Mathematics, reading, or trades aptitude test may be required. Good health, free of vision, hearing or respiratory ailments.

Motorcycle and Marine Technician, Certificate

Grade 12 or assessment test. Min. 17 years of age.

Good health. Interview may be required.

Power Engineering/Process Operator – 4th Class, Certificate

Grade 12. English 11. Any BC Math 11 except Essentials of Mathematics 11. Science 10 or equivalent.

Personal profile. Assessment test. Interview may be required.

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS

Call 250.740.6227 or visit viu.ca/apprentice

Automotive Service Technician, Baker, Carpenter, Cook, Electrician, Hairstylist, Heavy Mechanical Trades, Refrigeration and Welding.


Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Mechanic, Certificate

Grade 12, equivalent or mature student status.

Physically fit, hand-eye coordination.

Assessment test. Personal profile.

Criminal record check.

Specialized Machine Operator Training

Grade 12.

Min. 18 years of age. Exceptions may be allowed.

Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license. English 10, Science 10 and either Math 10 or Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 10 recommended. Assessment test. Personal profile.

Welder Foundation, Certificate


Adequate vision and free from respiratory ailments. Physically fit. Assessment test.

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CONTACTS


ART, DESIGN & PERFORMING ARTS

Art & DesignGraphic Design, Bachelor of Design in

Bernie Heise, Admissions Assistant 250-740-3245 local 2584Patrick Foster, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2042

Interior Design, Bachelor ofBernie Heise, Admissions Assistant 250-740-3245 local 2584Tamara Timbers, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2674

Visual Arts - Diploma and Major or MinorBernie Heise, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2584Gregory Ball, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2275

Performing ArtsTheatre & Technical Theatre Diplomas

Jenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2071Leon Potter, Program Chair 250-740-6192

Jazz Studies, Bachelor of Music & DiplomaJenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2071James Mark, Program Chair 250-740-6109

How to use this section:Sections are organized by faculty area; programs are listed by credential and then alphabetically. In some cases, similar programs are grouped together.

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ARTS, HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCESAddictions Studies, Certificate

Jenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2071Elliott Marchant, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2136

Criminology, Diploma and DegreeDonna Kist, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2526Elizabeth McLin, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2244

Arts, Bachelor ofRobert Riggan, Degree Advisor 250-753-3245 local 2603Lynda Patterson, Degree Advisor 250-753-3245 local 2178

Laguages and Culture (Romance Languages), Post-Degree Diploma

Bernie Heise, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2584Hope Leith, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2154

Community Planning, Master ofLorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531Pamela Shaw, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2620

Graphic Information Systems Applications, Advanced Diploma and Master of

Darlene Norby, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2594Hannah Wilson, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2621


Graphic Information Systems Applications, Advanced Master of

Hannah Wilson, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2621

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENTApplied Business Technology (Office Administration) in-class and online, Certificate

Lorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531

Applied Business Technology, CertificateDoug McLean, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2386

Applied Business Technology , Certificate Cowichan

Naomi Knodel, Admissions Assistant 250-746-3513 local Terri Barber, Program Chair 250-746-3596

Event Management, CertificateHelene Viau, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2040

Management Skills for Supervisors, CertificateJenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2071Heather May-Conrad, Program Chair 250-740-6580

Business Management, CertificateHelene Viau, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2040

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Business Administration, Bachelor of and DiplomaBryan Webber, Program Advisor 250-753-3245 local 2841

Business Studies, Post-Degree DiplomaLorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531Tracy Gillis, Program Advisor 250-753-3245 local 2452

Business Administration, Master ofHelene Viau, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2040David Iremadze, Director 250-753-3245 local 6178

EDUCATIONEducation, Bachelor of

Jennifer Calder, Admissions Assistant (Nanaimo) 250-753-3245 local 2585Christine Wass, Admissions Assistant (Cowichan) 250-746-3514 Gayle Brase, Degree Advisor 250-740-6463

Education, Bachelor of (- Post-Baccalaureate)Marian Riedel, Degree Advisor 250-753-3245 local 2689

Inclusive Education (Special Education), Graduate Diploma

Jennifer Calder, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2585Elisabeth Kroeker, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2109Donna Nelson, Administrative Assistant 250-740-6221


Online Learning and Teaching, Graduate DiplomaHelene Viau, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2040Mary O’Neill, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2550

Educational Leadership & Special Education, Master of

Jennifer Calder, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2585Harry Janzen, Dean 250-740-6220Donna Nelson, Administrative Assistant 250-740-6221

FIRST NATIONSAboriginal University Bridging Program, Certificate

Melanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282Janet Sinclair, Program Advisor 250-753-3245 local 2193

Arts One - First Nations, CertificateKeith Smith, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2167

Community Health Promotion for Aboriginal Communities, CertificateParksville

Jenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2071Linda Young, Coordinator - PD & T (Health and Human Services) 250-740-6327Deirdre Godwin, Program Assistant 250-740-6322

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First Nations Housing Manager, Certificate Cowichan

Naomi Knodel, Admissions Assistant 250-746-3513Mary-Lyn Boxem, Contract Services Assistant 250-746-3546

First Nations Studies, Bachelor of ArtsLaurie Meijer Drees, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2035

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

HealthHealth Care Assistant, Certificate

Agia Doering, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2284Janet Hebron, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 6266

Hospital Unit Coordinator, CertificateJenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2071Linda Young, Coordinator - PD & T (Health and Human Services) 250-740-6327Deirdre Godwin, Program Assistant 250-740-6322

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, Certificate

Lorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531Linda Young, Coordinator - PD & T (Health and Human Services) 250-740-6327Deirdre Godwin, Program Assistant 250-740-6322


Dental Assistant, CertificateDonna Kist, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2526Marianne Roden, Program Chair 250-740-6261

Dental Hygiene, DiplomaMelanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282Monica Soth, Program Chair 250-740-6397

Practical Nursing, DiplomaDarlene Norby, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2594Wendy Wagner, Program Chair 250-740-6249

Practical Nursing, DiplomaCowichan

Naomi Knodel, Admissions Assistant 250-746-3513

Nursing, Bachelor of Science inDonna Kist, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2526Karen Sylte, Degree Advisor 250-753-3245 local 2039Amy Moen, Program Assistant 250-740-6175

Gerontology: Active Aging, Graduate DiplomaParksville

Jenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2071Louise Stern, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2790

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Human ServicesCommunity Mental Health Worker, Certificate

Jenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2071Linda Young, Coordinator - PD & T (Health and Human Services) 250-740-6327 Deirdre Godwin, Program Assistant 250-740-6322

Foundations in Mental Health, CertificateLinda Young, Coordinator - PD & T (Health and Human Services) 250-740-6327 Deirdre Godwin, Program Assistant 250-740-6322

School & Community Support Worker, CertificateLorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531Patrick Konkin, Program Chair 250-740-6268

School & Community Support Worker, Certificate - Powell River

Erin Johnson, Admissions Assistant 604-485-8033 local Alison Taplay, Program Chair 604-485-8030 local

Disability Studies, DiplomaErin Johnson, Admissions Assistant 604-485-8033 Alison Taplay, Program Chair 604-485-8030


Early Childhood Education and Care, DiplomaBernie Heise, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2584Sheila Grieve, Program Chair 250-740-6635

Child and Youth Care, Bachelor of Arts in, and Diploma

Christine Jenkins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2283Manjeet Uppal, Program Chair 250-740-6651

Social Services, DiplomaChristine Jenkins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2283Patrick Konkin, Program Chair 250-740-6268

Social Work, Bachelor ofChristine Jenkins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2283Patrick Konkin, Program Chair 250-740-6268

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYEngineering Fundamentals, Certificate

Agia Doering, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2284Brian Dick, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2435

Computing Science, DiplomaLorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531Gara Pruesse, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2337

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Melanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282

Mark Dutchuk, Program Chair 250-740-6116

Fisheries and Aquaculture, Bachelor of Science in, Diploma and Post-Degree Diploma

Lorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531Stefanie Duff, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2074

Forest Resource Technology, DiplomaAgia Doering, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2284Doug Corrin, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2231

Resource Management Officer Technology, Diploma

Melanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282John Morgan, Program Chair 250-753-2542

Natural Resource Protection, Bachelor ofMelanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282John Morgan, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2542

Science, Bachelor ofErick Groot, Degree Advisor 250-740-6365


TOURISM, RECREATION AND HOSPITALITYWine Business, Certificate

Lorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531Peter Briscoe, Program Chair 250-740-6226

Hospitality Management, Bachelor of, and DiplomaLorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531Peter Briscoe, Program Chair 250-740-6226

Recreation and Sport Management, DiplomaAgia Doering, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2284Aggie Weighill, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2416

Tourism Management, Bachelor of, Major in Recreation, and Diploma

Agia Doering, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2284Aggie Weighill, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2416

Sustainable Leisure Management, Master of ArtsJenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2071Aggie Weighill, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2416

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TRADES & APPLIED TECHNOLOGYApprenticeship Programs

Various, [email protected], Admissions Assistant 250-740-6227 Tanya Reiber, Coordinator 250-740-6112

Service TradesCulinary Arts, Diploma and Certificate

Helene Viau, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2040Debbie Shore, Program Chair 250-740-6137 Josephine Chong, Program Assistant 250-740-6289

Culinary Arts, CertificatePowell River

Margo Formby, Admissions Assistant 604-485-8035

Professional Cook Level 1Cowichan

Naomi Knodel, Admissions Assistant 250-746-3513Allan Aikman, Program Chair 250-746-3597 Kim Lesiuk, Administrative Assistant 250-746-3525


Hairstylist Foundation, CertificateMelanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282Sally Vinden, Program Chair 250-740-6577 Sandra Moreside, Program Chair 250-740-6646

Hairstylist Foundation, CertificatePowell River


Horticultural Technician Foundation, CertificateChristine Jenkins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2283Michael Girard, Program Chair 250-754-8756


Melanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282Mark Dutchuk, Program Chair 250-740-6116

Professional Baking and Pastry Arts, CertificateMelanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282Martin Barnett, Program Chair 250-740-6114

Professional Esthetics, CertificateParksville

Lorraine Coates, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2531Lesley Osborne, Program Chair 250-248-2096 local 3236

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Industrial TradesAutomotive Service Technician, Certificate

Darlene Norby, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2594Dean Cadieux, Program Chair 250-740-6148

Automotive Service Technician, CertificatePowell River Margo Formby, Admissions Assistant 604-485-8035 Carpentry, Certificate

Agia Doering, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2284Stephen Pelley, Program Chair 250-740-6129

Carpentry, CertificateCowichan

Shirley McGregor, Admissions Assistant 250-746-3512 Matt Melgaard, Program Chair 250-748-4529 local 3701Kim Lesiuk, Administrative Assistant 250-746-3525

Carpentry, CertificatePowell River


Electrician, CertificateJenna Milne, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245Rick Heikkila, Program Chair 250-740-6563


Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation, CertificateBernie Heise, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2584Joe Skipsey, Program Chair 250-740-6110

Heavy Equipment Operator, CertificateKellie Spence/ Shannon McKenzie, Admissions Assistant 250-740-6650Joe Skipsey, Program Chair 250-740-6110

Motorcycle and Marine Technician, CertificateMelanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282Dean Cadieux, Program Chair 250-740-6148

Power Engineering/Process Operator – 4th Class, Certificate

Melanie Cousins, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2282Denis Cote, Program Chair 250-753-3245 local 2509

Refrigeration Air-Conditioning Mechanic, CertificateCowichan

Shirley McGregor, Admissions Assistant 250-746-3512 local Larry Nohr, Program Chair 250-748-4529 local 3702

Welder Foundation, CertificateDarlene Norby, Admissions Assistant 250-753-3245 local 2594

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CONNECT WITH ADVISING

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Check out the 7 reasons to Connect with Advising at viu.ca/advising/connect

Welding - Fitter and Foundation, CertificateMichael Hallam, Program Chair 250-748-4529 local 3703

Welder Foundation, CertificatePowell River


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Canada V9R 5S5 Toll-free: 1•888•920•2221

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