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Department of Education - British Columbia

British Columbia Vocational and Technical Schools

Trade Schools in British Columbia

If you're looking for a good place to attend vocational, technical, or trade school, British Columbia, Canada boasts prize-winning students. As of May 2009, British Columbia sent 45 students to the Skills Canada Competition. Students competed in carpentry, automotive services, and 3D character animation, as well as various other skills offered by British Columbia technical schools. According to Adam Thorvaldson, Executive Director of Skills Canada BC (a non-profit organization that promotes professional, technical, and trade skills), "These students understand the value of training for trades and other skilled occupations and are already making their mark in their chosen industries."

British Columbia Economy

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Rocky Mountains to the east, British Columbia is home to 4.4 million people, most concentrated in Vancouver and Victoria. With its stable economy, British Columbia boasts average wages in the top one third for all provinces. Of course, before you enroll in any of British Columbia's many vocational, technical, or trade school diploma, certificate, or degree programs, take a look at the career opportunities in the area.

If you're interested in a health care career, the BC government has invested heavily in clinical facilities and teaching hospitals. In Vancouver, $225,000 CAD has been allocated to Lion's Gate Hospital to renovate and provide undergraduate and graduate students greater access to education on the front lines of Canada's medical system. The project is part of a $27 million CAD capital program to upgrade and expand academic space in teaching hospitals across British Columbia. In addition, a new job-creation program in BC has been implemented to keep Canadians working. A $60 million CAD commitment is expected to help the Job Opportunities Program create immediate employment. According to Bill Bennett, British Columbia's Minister of Community and Rural Development, this funding creates jobs while updating state infrastructure, improving the environment, and providing workers with new skills. Read on to learn about courses and degree programs offered by British Columbia vocational, technical, and trade schools.
  1. Aircraft: A&P Technician, Ground and Flight, Pilot
  2. Arts & Design: Applied and Creative, Design, Media, Fashion
  3. Automotive: Automotive Technician, Driver, Heavy Equipment Operator, Repair, Trucking
  4. Bartending: Bartending Training
  5. Business: Accounting,  Administrative, General Office, Management, Marketing, Organizational Psychology, Secretarial
  6. Computers & Information Technology: Computers & Information Technology: CAD, Installer, Multimedia, Programmer, Repairer, Web Designer
  7. Construction: Estimator, Heavy Equipment Operator, Project Manager, Superintendent
  8. Cosmetology, Barbering & Beauty: Esthetician, Cosmetologist, Hair Design, Facial, Make-Up, Manicuring, Nails, Salon Management
  9. Criminal Justice: Corrections Officer, Security Guard
  10. Culinary: Cooking, Baking and Pastry, Catering, Hotel and Restaurant Management, and more
  11. Dental Assistant: Dental Assistant, Dental Administrator, Dental Receptionist
  12. Digital Filmmaking and Multimedia: Digital Filmmaker, Video Editor, Sound Technician
  13. Electronics & HVAC: Assembler, Electrical and Electronics Equipment Installer, Equipment Repairer, HVAC
  14. Fashion Design: Apparel, Illustration, Merchandising
  15. Gaming: Casino Dealer, Machine Repair, Table Games
  16. Healthcare & Medical: Dental, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Medical Office, Medical Records Technician, Nursing, Optician, Paramedic, Pharmacy Technician, X-Ray Technician
  17. Healthcare Office Management: Office Management, Hospital Unit Coordinator
  18. Inspection & Environmental: Hazardous Waste Technician, Home Inspection, Inspector, Quality Assurance
  19. Jewelry: Bench, Designer, Identification, Diamond Setter
  20. Machinist: Machine Operator, CNC Machinist, CNC Operator
  21. Massage Therapy: Massage Therapy Training, Massage Therapy and Health Educator Training
  22. Nursing: Vocational Nursing, Registered Nursing, Nursing Assistant Training, Health and Rehabilitation Technician, Patient Care Assistant, and more
  23. Paralegal: Court Reporter, Criminal Justice, Legal Office, Paralegal
  24. Plumber: Pipefitter
  25. Private Investigation: Investigation, Security, Protection
  26. Rehabilitational Therapy: Physical Therapist, Massage Therapist
  27. Secretarial: Administrative Assistant, Computer Applications Specialist, Executive Assistant
  28. Telecommunications: Assembler, Cable Installer, Fiber Optic Technician, Networking, Repairer, Systems Installer
  29. Television & Film: Television Host, Producer, Anchorman, Anchorwoman
  30. Travel: Flight Attendant, Hotel Management, Reservationist, Travel Agent
  31. Web Design & Web Management: Web Designer, Web Developer, MCIWD
  32. Welding: Pipe Welding, Welding Technology, Combination Welding