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EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
EMPLOYMENT SKILLS Prepare for a new career or enhance your work skills with a range of employment courses and certificates
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
Full-time. Theory online/Practical skills in class
Mon – Fri & one Sat per month, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
DELIVERY STYLE: Blended TUITION: $10,710
NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans.
NOTE: Student kit approximately $2,000 Esthetics and Nail Technology Certificate Are you ready to pursue your career as an esthetician, nail artist or spa therapist? Do you 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 prepares you for work in a professional spa environment. One
Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details. hundred per cent of our recent graduates are employed in the industry.
Employment opportunities: Graduates may obtain employment as an esthetician or nail technician in a spa, salon, cruise ship or destination resort. Alternatively, students can use the skills they have gained to launch their own esthetics business. okanagan.bc.ca/esthetics
PROGRAM LENGTH: 120 hours KEL: 1. Sept – Dec Part-time Online and practical skills off site Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. & some Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. 2. Accepting applications for Jan 2021 Part-time Online and practical skills off site Mon, Wed & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. SAL: Jan 26 – Apr 27, 2021 Part-time Online and practical skills off site Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. & some Sat, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. VER: Oct 5 – Dec 19 Part-time Online and practical skills off site Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. & some Sat, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
DELIVERY STYLE: Blended TUITION: $1,284 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 will provide you with the training you need to work in the landscaping industry. Graduates are well prepared to take advanced studies in specialized horticulture disciplines, such as turf grass maintenance, landscape design and nursery propagation.
Employment opportunities: Graduates find employment with lawn care and landscaping departments and companies, golf courses and cemeteries. okanagan.bc.ca/landscapehorticulture
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
PROGRAM LENGTH: 272 hours Online: Oct 13, 2020 – Nov 16, 2021 Part-time
DELIVERY STYLE: Online hybrid TUITION: $6,362 Occupational Health & Safety Certificate Get competitive with online, industry-recognized safety training. This program provides students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to enjoy a career as a health and safety professional in a variety of fields. Students 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. 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.
Employment opportunities: Graduates may find employment in a variety of fields including construction, forestry, mining, manufacturing, education, health care, government, agriculture. okanagan.bc.ca/ohs also bring a valid driver’s license and copy of a current driver’s
EMPLOYMENT COURSES The Practical Gardener This course provides a basic understanding of cultural techniques that will enhance plant establishment, survival and health. It emphasizes practical approaches and solutions to gardening situations and problems encountered by both the novice gardener and grounds maintenance personnel. Recommended for students with no prior knowledge of plants or horticulture, and also for persons already in the horticulture industry who deal with ‘home garden’ issues on a regular basis - eg. Garden Centre and Grounds who wish to take their gardening techniques to the next level.
Students will receive a welcome email within three business days of registration with information on how to start the course. Students will then have 12 months from the date of the welcome email to complete the course. Register anytime. Course code: AGR 086 Start anytime Delivery style: Print-based distance education $336 + GST
Resource Road Light Truck Driver Training This hands-on practical driver training course, offered in partnership with Overlanding BC, is ideal for new or experienced drivers who want or need to operate a vehicle off highway for recreation or in industries such as mining, forestry, silviculture, infrastructure management, wildfire, wardens or park rangers. Based in the field, this training covers the safe operation of light trucks, pre and post trips, vehicle systems, dynamic driving, emergency manoeuvres, resource road radios, road structure, vehicle safety, the psychology of safe driving, load securement, light self-recovery, negotiating hazards and much more.
WorkSafeBC Occupational Health and Safety Regulations require that employees receive training and demonstrate competency in operating mobile equipment. This course satisfies this requirement for those operating light trucks in this environment. Official BC Forest Safety Council certification is issued upon successful completion of the course. *Participants must provide their own vehicle for this training and
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All training is completed outside. Day one is in the OC parking lot, day two off campus in the bush. Course code: LAT 031 Kel: Oct 3 & 4, Sat & Sun, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Delivery style: Face-to-face $799
CANNABIS TRAINING
Okanagan College is now offering cannabis training courses that provide unique insights into the emerging industry of medicinal and recreational marijuana. Learn about the regulatory policies and business opportunities in this unfolding market, investment strategies for individual investors and best practices in pest management for cannabis production. Please note when registering for the following workshops/courses that there may be an age requirement of 19 years of age or older.
Cannabis Business Fundamentals This introductory course is designed for those who are interested in the rapidly growing cannabis industry. With the expanding interest in medicinal and recreational marijuana, there is an emerging industry and regulatory environment under development. This course will explore policy choices and the unfolding business opportunities within the cannabis space. Topics will include an examination of external environmental trends that influence the business of marijuana, health and safety concerns, market potential, and an analysis of federal, provincial and local policy on the industry. Course code: MGR 406 1. Sept 15 & 17, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. 2. Nov 24 & 26, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. Delivery style: Online synchronous $144 + GST
Cannabis Legislation and Quality Assurance Learn about the current state of cannabis legislation, the Cannabis Act and the basics for ensuring government compliance around the production of cannabis. Explore how quality assurance and quality control are effectively used throughout the growth of cannabis, and the importance of standard operating procedures and the role they play in cannabis production. Course code: AGR 203 1. Sept 29 – Oct 8, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9:30 p.m. 2. Dec 1 – 10, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9:30 p.m. Delivery style: Online synchronous $259 + GST
Cannabis Recreational Sales Are you seeking the title of Budtender, Cannabis Consultant or Connoisseur? Are you interested in being a pioneer on the front line of the recreational cannabis sales industry? If you are looking for the opportunity to get into a new industry or to transition from your current career, here is your opportunity to take control of your own education on a subject that has been forbidden for almost a century. This entry-level online course will provide you with the fundamental knowledge of recreational cannabis and cannabis accessories, how to identify which factors are responsible for the consumer experience, explain the strict regulations that govern the retail sector, describe the differences between industry products and formulate a plan to succeed in a competitive new and exciting industry. Course code: MGR 433 Nov 2 – 27, Delivery style: Online asynchronous $549 + GST
Growing Your Own Cannabis Growing your own cannabis and being self-sufficient is possible. You will no longer be dependent on others, you can control the quality of the cannabis and you’ll also have a new and fun hobby. Growing cannabis indoors or outdoors presents a unique set of challenges and the sheer volume of information available on this subject can be overwhelming. This course provides key information for selecting seeds or clones, equipment requirements and the process of growing cannabis while adhering to the legal regulations. Course code: AGR 201 Oct 20 – 29, Tue & Thu, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Delivery style: Online asynchronous $115 + GST
Pest Management for Cannabis Production This workshop is for persons growing cannabis plants indoors or outdoors and is designed for commercial growers of medicinal cannabis, persons growing cannabis for personal use or persons interested in working in this industry. The content will also be of interest to persons working in greenhouse production of flowers and vegetables. The workshop will guide students through a review of the main pest problems of this cannabis production and discuss management tools that are effective and meet the requirements of Health Canada. The morning will be a detailed focus on powdery mildew and spider mites, the two key pest problems of cannabis. We will examine all options for management, either for organic production or with conventional pesticides registered for this crop. Course code: AGR 200 1. Oct 24, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 2. Dec 5, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 pm Delivery style: Online hybrid $149 + GST
FITNESS PROFESSIONAL SERIES
Fitness, health and wellness are important in today’s society, with people increasingly seeking help and advice from trained professionals. Prepare for a career in the fitness industry with courses in interdisciplinary studies in health and fitness. Certification: Fitness professionals have many organizations they can register and/or certify with, and should research the requirements of the organization they want to join. Okanagan College’s Fitness Professional Program meets CFES, canadianfitness.net requirements. Contact Helena at hjordo@okanagan.bc.ca if you have fitness program questions or want to make arrangements for other registering bodies. *Note: Prices do not include CFES exam fees (possible rewrite fees), ISA fees and registration or insurance fees. Dates for Fitness Education courses may change slightly, due to off-site availability.
Fitness Theory This 33-hour course is where it all starts. Basic knowledge is the key to success and safety. Topics include human anatomy, physiology, and the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular and nervous systems. Explore movement analysis, basic nutrition and active living concepts. Gain the foundation for a career as a fitness professional or take your personal fitness goals to the next level. Course code: ITR 008 Sept 24 – Oct 29, Tue & Thu, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Delivery style: Online hybrid $299 + materials + GST
Weight Training In this 42-hour course, learn how to apply your expanded understanding of kinesiology into movement mechanics and program planning and design, while learning correct and safe exercise techniques. You will gain confidence in your ability to develop safe, effective and efficient exercise programs for people with varied needs and goals. Visit community fitness facilities to practice using cutting-edge equipment and take advantage of the opportunity to build your own network of industry professionals. *Pre-requisite: Fitness Theory course or college/university equivalent. Course code: ITR 001 Nov 3 – Dec 15, Tue & Thu, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. & Dec 17, Thu, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Delivery style: Blended (theory online, practical in small groups) $369 + materials + GST
Personal Training This 63-hour course thoroughly covers applied kinesiology, biomechanics, advanced weight training techniques, health screening, fitness assessment, advanced program design, nutrition, business administration, marketing, legal liability and professional ethics. *Pre-requisite: Fitness Theory course and Weight Training or college/ university equivalent. Course code: ITR 015 Winter 2021 dates TBD Delivery style: Blended (theory online, practical in small groups) $549 + materials + GST
FIRST AID & SAFETY TRAINING
Learn with our fully qualified First Aid instructors in an approved Canadian Red Cross and WorkSafeBC Training Centre.
FIRST AID COURSES Bloodborne Pathogens Explains the hazards associated with occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens; how to prevent exposure; and steps that should be taken following exposure. Individuals who may be exposed to blood and body fluids during the performance of their work. Available in English and French. Printable certificate will be emailed to students from the Red Cross. 4 hours Course code: HLT 222 1. Sept 16, Wed 2. Oct 14, Wed 3. Nov 18, Wed 4. Dec 16, Wed Delivery style: Online asynchronous $40
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Emergency First Aid with CPR (Workplace OFA 1 Equivalent) Simple first aid and CPR techniques taught in an interactive environment, for those who want an overview of first aid & CPR for the home or workplace. Includes AED training and certification. Course code: HLT 014 Sal: 1. Aug 28, Fri 2. Sept 11, Fri 3. Sept 23, Wed 4. Oct 2, Fri 5. Oct 16, Fri Delivery style: Face-to-face $79 + materials + GST
We offer all Red Cross CPR and recertification courses as well as WorkSafeBC courses.
Fire Safety Teaches principles of fire safety and appropriate workplace practices. Suitable for any employee. Available in English and French. Printable certificate will be emailed to students from the Red Cross. 2 hours Course code: HLT 223 1. Sept 16, Wed 2. Oct 14, Wed 3. Nov 18, Wed 4. Dec 16, Wed Delivery style: Online asynchronous $25
Lockout / Tagout Hazard communication system for employees working with hazardous materials or equipment. Available in English and French. Printable certificate will be emailed to students from the Red Cross. 3 hours Course code: HLT 224 1. Sept 17, Thu 2. Oct 15, Thu 3. Nov 19, Thu 4. Dec 17, Thu Delivery style: Online asynchronous $25
Occupational First Aid – Level 1 This course provides training in basic First Aid and includes CPR. A WorkSafeBC certificate will be issued upon successful completion. You must be at least 16 years of age. Course code: HLT 016 Rev: 1. Aug 26, Wed 2. Sept 1, Tue 3. Sept 11, Fri 4. Sept 29, Tue Sal: 1. Nov 9, Mon 2. Nov 19, Thu 3. Dec 10, Thu Delivery style: Face-to-face $89 + materials + GST
Psychological First Aid – Caring for Others This online course provides a daily aid to facing the stresses of life, and helps participants gain an understanding of how to recognize when a person is experiencing distress and how to offer help without judgement or assumptions. Using the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model, participants learn how to support others to cope with the effects of various types of stress.
Combine this course with the Psychological First Aid – Self-Care online course to further support existing wellness education programs. Available in English and French. Printable certificate will be emailed to students from the Red Cross. 1.5 hours Course code: HLT 220 1. Sept 16, Wed 2. Oct 14, Wed 3. Nov 18, Wed 4. Dec 16, Wed Delivery style: Online asynchronous $20 Psychological First Aid – Self-Care This online course assists learners in developing a personal understanding of the effects of stress, loss, trauma and grief, with emphasis on self-care and personal protection. Learners will be introduced to the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model and will learn how to cope with the effects of various types of stress. This course can also be taken in combination with the Red Cross Caring for Others online course to supplement and strengthen an overall wellness program. Available in English and French. Printable certificate will be emailed to students from the Red Cross. 1.5 hours Course code: HLT 221 1. Sept 16, Wed 2. Oct 14, Wed 3. Nov 18, Wed 4. Dec 16, Wed Delivery style: Online asynchronous $20
Standard First Aid and CPR Level C Comprehensive First Aid & CPR techniques for anybody who needs training for work requirements, or who wants more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the workplace, at home or at play. Certification: Valid for three years, Canadian Red Cross. Course code: HLT 009 Sal: 1. Sept 24, Thu 2. Oct 30, Fri 3. Nov 20, Fri 4. Dec 11, Fri Delivery style: Face-to-face $135 + materials + GST
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Introduces the TDG Act and regulations for handling and transporting dangerous goods. All employees handling or transporting dangerous goods are required to have this course. Printable certificate will be emailed to students from the Red Cross. 5-9 hours Course code: HLT 225 1. Sept 17, Thu 2. Oct 15, Thu 3. Nov 19, Thu 4. Dec 17, Thu Delivery style: Online asynchronous $40
WHMIS 2015 WHMIS is a hazard communication system that ensures workers know how to handle, store and dispose of products. All workers who work with hazardous materials are required to have this course. Available in English and French. Printable certificate will be emailed to students from the Red Cross. 2 hours, Course code: HLT 227 1. Sept 17, Thu 2. Oct 15, Thu 3. Nov 19, Thu 4. Dec 17, Thu Delivery style: Online asynchronous $45
