Okanagan College Continuing Studies Winter/Spring 2020 - Salmon Arm & Revelstoke

WINTER/SPRING 2020

CONTINUING STUDIES

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BUSINESS CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 66 hours KEL: 1. Jan 28 – Apr 9, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

2. Accepting applications for Fall 2020 PEN: 1. Jan 14 – Mar 26, Tue & Thu, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

2. Accepting applications for Fall 2020 SAL: Fall 2020, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

VER: 1. Jan 21 – Apr 2, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.

2. Accepting applications for Fall 2020 TUITION: $612

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.

Professional development opportunities: You can obtain transfer credit into the Office Administration BUAD 111: Financial Accounting I course at Okanagan College, as well as credit for specific courses within the Canadian Payroll Association Certification.

Employment opportunities: Entry-level positions in accounts payable/ receivable, payroll and billing.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 123 hours KEL: Jan 20 – June 18, Mon & Wed, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Online: Jan, Mar, May, Sept or Nov PEN: Jan 14 – June 2, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.

SAL: Jan 7 – June 16, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

VER: Jan 14 – May 7, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

& some Sat, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

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.

TUITION: $1,436 You can earn credits towards the Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping (CIB) and obtain transfer credit into specific Office Administration courses (OADM 142 and OADM 152) at Okanagan College Employment opportunities: Entry-level positions in accounting, accounts payable/ receivable, payroll, billing and finance

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PROGRAM LENGTH: 138 hours Online: Apr 20 – Sept 6 TUITION: $4,411

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 will enjoy a blend of interactive, online learning, as well as three weekends of valuable faceto-face instruction and networking time at the Kelowna campus. Suitable for project managers at all levels.

Employment opportunities: Project managers work in a variety of fields, including government, construction, health, education, information technology, oil and gas, the not-for-profit sector and business.

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Note: Most programs have additional associated costs for textbooks, materials and GST.

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BUSINESS

NIKKI WILSON The Leadership Essentials Series offers practical training. The facilitators are very engaging and approachable and you walk away with the ability to use your new skills the next day. I raved about the training so much that many of our staff enrolled in these courses. The positive experiences have brought our team together even more.”

NIKKI WILSON Shuswap Children’s Association – Leadership Essentials Series, Excel and Word in a Day Series, Emergency Childcare First Aid and CPR B

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BUSINESS BUSINESS COURSES Active Investing & Trading for Beginners Learn a strong market structure foundation and core strategy to actively invest and trade stocks, ETF’s, Forex and commodities.

What are cryptocurrencies and cannabis stocks? How can you invest in them? Did you know you can make money when the market drops? Are you interested in learning a professional strategy to actively invest or trade in any market, up, down or sideways? Learn where to buy and where to sell with highest probabilities. We teach unconventional technical analysis, the tools and techniques to read any asset price chart and how to apply that to your trading plan and execute it on any investing/trading platform. This program provides structured lessons with plenty of practice time during and in between formal class time. You will learn this skill by doing it live on a simulated real time platform.

Course code: MGR 228 Online: 1. Jan 14 – Mar 5, Tue – Thu, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

2. Mar 17 – May 7, Tue – Thu, 7 – 8:30 p.m. $950 + GST

QuickBooks Learn the basics of customizing QuickBooks for your business and how to post data and generate reports. Topics include: bookkeeping principles, sales taxes, setting up a company file, chart of accounts, lists, centres, sales, accounts receivable, expenses, accounts payable, inventory, GST returns, journal entries, bank reconciliations, reports, customizing reports, report filters and memorized transactions. Students must have good computer skills.

Course code: COSS 003 Sal: May 6 – 8, Wed – Fri, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $285 + materials + GST

LEADERSHIP SERIES This series of one-day workshops focuses on specific leadership skills required in today’s workplace (individual workshops below).

This series enables you to discover your style of leadership and develop new leadership skills. Whether you are new to leadership or are a seasoned veteran, you will gain valuable personal insights and new strategies to apply immediately in your workplace.

Tuition per course: $149 + materials + GST

Leading Workplace Teams You lead people and you manage issues; now you need to identify your strengths and challenges while developing your leadership skills. Learn about the skills and tools effective leaders require, how personal values impact leadership, as well as how to develop realistic visions, manage change and promote innovation.

Course code: MGR 323 Rev: Mar 11, Wed, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sal: Mar 10, Tue, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Engaging Your Workforce A highly engaged workforce results in less turnover, better customer service and increased profits. Gain strategies for engaging and motivating employees to foster new ideas and identify solutions in the workplace. Learn about motivation, teamwork and the stages of teamwork.

Course code: MGR 324 Rev: Mar 18, Wed, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sal: Mar 17, Tue, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Communicating Beyond the Basics

Communication is a key component in successful workplaces. Learn how to build respectful and productive relationships with staff and customers. Learn how you communicate, the challenges in communicating effectively and how to improve your listening skills.

Develop a methodology to plan for any changes you would like to make.

Course code: MGR 325 Rev: Mar 25, Wed, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sal: Mar 24, Tue, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Managing Conflict Conflict arises in all workplaces and as a leader you need to know how to manage it. How we respond and deal with conflict defines the result. This course allows you to see the connections between responses and actions and then identify shifts you can make to build better relationships. Gain strategies for dealing with difficult people, having difficult conversations and providing meaningful feedback.

Course code: MGR 326 Rev: Apr 1, Wed, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sal: Mar 31, Tue, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Goal Setting and Time Management Gain a methodology to tie all of your objectives and aspirations into a planned approach and match your resources and timelines with your goals. Learn how to use your time effectively to keep you feeling motivated and prevent you from feeling overwhelmed. The planning and goal setting strategies provided in this course ensure the time you invest results in solid and measurable results.

Course code: MGR 327 Rev: Apr 8, Wed, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sal: Apr 7, Tue, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Change Management Change is inevitable and not always easy. The goal of this course is to inspire you to lead during times of change by expanding your knowledge, skills and strategies that lead to successful change management. Explore reasons for change and factors that influence this process. You will also discuss the impact of change on innovation.

Course code: MGR 416 Rev: Apr 15, Wed, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sal: Apr 14, Tue, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY

CORPORATE TRAINING Okanagan College Continuing Studies and Corporate Training offers flexible training solutions to meet all of your unique business needs. From one-day workshops to in-depth programs, we maximize your training and staff opportunities, we deliver on your schedule, at your location of choice and tailored to your professional development needs.

Your needs are unique, so is our approach. We ensure that the training meets your unique business needs by: • Designing training plans based on your business needs, goals, and budget.

• Using industry experts to develop curriculum customized to maximize learning success.

• Bringing expertise, real-world experience and inspiration into the classroom with our extensive network of quality instructors.

Whether you are a private enterprise, a non-profit or a group looking for a specific training, we can help. We offer training in: • Leadership and workplace skills • Technical and computer software • Vocational and industry specific skills • Team building opportunities Want immediate results that can be quickly transferred to the workplace?

Contact Patty Bruce, who will work with you to create a training plan for your employees.

Interested in funding for your corporate training needs? Ask Patty about the BC Employer Training Grant and how it could cover a portion of your training costs.

To learn more, contact Patty Bruce: 1-866-352-0103, ext. 8249 250-804-8888, ext. 8249 pbruce@okanagan.bc.ca

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COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 500 hours SAL: Jan 6 – May 22, Mon – Fri, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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 custom GIS solutions using the most advanced programming and web development tools. 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. Exciting employment opportunities in private industry, consulting, government and First Nations await those who have skills and knowledge to use GIS. Employment opportunities: A blend of theory and practical application ensures graduates are prepared to work in various employment opportunities in private industry, consulting, government, First Nations and mining sectors.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 730 hours KEL: Sept 14, 2020 – Mid-May 2021,

Mon – Thu, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

TUITION: $9,207 NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans.

Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.

Audio Engineering & Music Production Certificate Do you dream 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 will gain a solid handson foundation in the principles of sound, music, basic electronics, processing, signal flow, microphone techniques, mixing and mastering, and live sound engineering.

Employment opportunities: Technical positions in audio engineering and music production for recording arts, music, theatre, concerts, broadcasting, Internet, gaming video and film.

Graduates find jobs as sound effects editors, sound mixers, video and sound recorders and video recording technicians.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 160 hours KEL: 1. Mar 30 – June 29, Mon & Wed, 6:30 – 10:30 p.m. & Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

2. Sept 2020 – Feb 2021, Mon & Wed, evenings & Sat TUITION: $3,255

AutoCAD Skills Certificate Get the skills you need to launch or expand your career as a drafting technologist or technician within all levels of government, or in an architecture, engineering or industrial design firm. You can also follow the career path of a consultant for a construction, utility, resource or manufacturing company. You will gain hands-on skills with industry-standard AutoCAD software in preparing technical drawings for a variety of manufacturers, including those in the machining, electronics and woodworking fields. You will also learn how to prepare working drawings for architecture, surveying, mapping and graphic arts.

Employment opportunities: Drafting technologist or technician at architecture, engineering, industrial design firms and all levels of government, or in consulting for construction, utility, resource and manufacturing companies.

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COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS PROGRAM LENGTH: 112 hours Online: Applications open for March 2020 TUITION: $2,400

Blockchain Certificate Gain the knowledge, strategies, tools and skills related to the use of Blockchain technology in the workplace. Using a digital pedagogy approach that integrates theory and practical application, you will use Blockchain tools, techniques and platforms to gain an understanding of this technology. You will be provided with the essentials of Blockchain technology including how to use it and how it can add value within businesses and society.

Graduates of the Blockchain Certificate Program are qualified to write the Blockchain Professional (BCP) exam as part of the Foundation Technologies Institute credentialing process Employment opportunities: Blockchain skills are required in a variety of fields including government, health, education, financial services, logistics, real estate, start-ups, oil and gas, the non-profit sector and business.

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EDUCATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 81 hours KEL: Sept – Dec 2020, Mon & Wed, 6 – 9 p.m.

VER: Apr 20 – June 20, Mon & Wed, 6 – 9 p.m.

& some Sat, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

TUITION: $1,884

Autism Spectrum Certificate Developed for individuals who work, interact and/or live with people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), this program provides a thorough overview of ASD. You will learn through both theory and practical application how to cope with everyday issues, as well as major life transitions. Multiple strategies, concrete suggestions and in-depth resources are provided. Gain the knowledge you need to significantly enhance your quality of interactions with people with autism in home, school, daycare, social work or caregiver settings. Courses may be taken individually for personal interest.

Employment opportunities: Education professionals including school personnel and support staff, those working in a variety of professions that work with children with developmental differences, as well as families of those affected by ASD.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: 447 hours KEL: 1. Sept 2020 – June 2021, two nights per week, 6 – 9 p.m. & frequent Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

2. Accepting applications for Winter 2021 (Winfield), Mon – Fri, 9:15 a.m. – 3 p.m.

PEN: Jan 27 – June 12, Mon – Fri & three Sat, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

REV: Jan 7 – Dec 17, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. & frequent Sat, 9 a.m – 3 p.m.

SAL: Jan 7 – Dec 17, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. & frequent Sat, 9 a.m – 3 p.m.

VER: Sept 8, 2020 – June 2021, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. & frequent Sat, 9 a.m – 4 p.m.

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.

Employment opportunities: Work in elementary and secondary schools, daycares, early childhood education and with individual families, also with organizations as a special needs worker.

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TUITION: $4,091 NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 60 hours Online: Jan 6 – Apr 16 TUITION: $1,043

Learner-Centred Instructor Certificate Are you ready to develop your teaching skills with a convenient online program?

While cultivating a learner-centred philosophy of instruction, you will learn how to create an engaging learner-centred environment, as well as how to develop and deliver effective instructional strategies. This program merges practical training with theoretical learning and is designed for instructors currently working in an educational institution or individuals with an educational focus who have access to a teaching/ training position.

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Note: Most programs have additional associated costs for textbooks, materials and GST.

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EDUCATION

NORA KENNETT I know from experience the vital role that Education Assistants play in the inclusion and support of students with diverse learning needs. I am inspired to work with the passionate and enthusiastic EA students who enroll in this program who are committed to helping K – 12 students belong, succeed and feel happy in school.�

NORA KENNETT Instructor, Education Assistant Certificate

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EMPLOYMENT SKILLS CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 1,100 hours VER: Sept 8, 2020 – June 25, 2021, Mon – Fri

& one Sat per month, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

TUITION: $10,500 NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans.

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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 hundred percent 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.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 150 hours KEL: Sept 22, 2020 – Feb 2021, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.

& some Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

TUITION: $2,004 NOTE: Material fee approximately $700

Floral Design Certificate Are you ready to turn your passion for beautiful flowers into a rewarding job or business? This program emphasizes retail floristry, including small business and franchise retail outlets, and prepares graduates for employment in a variety of settings. Learn the basic principles of plant care and identification, floral design (colour, balance, focal point and texture), and how to create floral arrangements for special events. Vital business aspects of the floral industry are reviewed, including wholesale purchase of flowers, effective sales techniques and pricing.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time and full-time offerings, 162 hours KEL: Sept – Dec, three days per week, TBD, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

PEN: Accepting applications for Sept 2020

Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. & some Sat

9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

VER: Feb 4 – May 14, Tue & Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

TUITION: $1,699

Interior Decorating Certificate Are you creative with an eye for design? Start a new career as an interior decorator with flexible training that fits your lifestyle. Gain the knowledge and confidence to create functional, stylish designs for residential and commercial environments.

Through theory and practical assignments, you will learn how to draw floor plans and sketch furniture, and acquire advanced skills, including how to mix fabrics, work with colour, employ light and choose accessories. In the final module, you will create a home project that is functional, stylish, beautiful and on budget.

Employment opportunities: Office space planner, interior decorating consultant and retail space decorator.

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EMPLOYMENT SKILLS PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time and full-time offerings, 120 hours KEL: 1. Jan 13 – Feb 28, Mon, Wed & Fri 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

2. Sept – Dec, Tue, Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. & some Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

SAL: Jan 28 – Apr 18, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

& some Sat, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

VER: Oct – Dec, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

& some Sat, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Landscape Horticulture Certificate

TUITION: $1,259

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PROGRAM LENGTH: 272 hours Online: Oct 13, 2020 – Nov 17, 2021 TUITION: $6,237

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.

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 and agriculture.

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ADULT ACADEMIC & CAREER PREPARATION UPGRADING TUITION-FREE PROGRAMS in Revelstoke and Salmon Arm

STARTING SOON – REGISTER NOW okanagan.bc.ca/aacp This program is for students who want to: • Improve reading, writing and math skills • Boost high school grades • Complete prerequisite courses for programs starting Fall 2020 • Expand career opportunities Experience our respectful and supportive environment designed to meet the unique needs of adult learners.

Classes start in Salmon Arm & Revelstoke Jan 6, 2020

Revelstoke Contact: Sarra Dupuis 250-837-4235 • sdupuis@okanagan.bc.ca

Salmon Arm Contact: Roy Lechner 250-832-2126 • rlechner@okanagan.bc.ca

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EMPLOYMENT SKILLS 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 Sal: 1. Feb 29, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

2. May 23, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $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 Sal: 1. Feb 4 – 13, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.

2. June 2 – 11, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. $259 + GST

Growing Your Own Cannabis

Growing your own cannabis plants and being self-sufficient is possible. You will no longer be dependent on others, you can control the quality of the cannabis and you will also develop a fun, new hobby. Before you flex your green thumb, understand that 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 Sal: Jan 25, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $115 + materials + GST

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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 that are registered for this crop.

Course code: AGR 200 Sal: Apr 18, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 + GST

Recreational Cannabis Retail 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 Online: 1. Feb 17 2. Mar 23 $549 + GST

Seed to Harvest – Cannabis Botany and Plant Science Learn about introductory cannabis botany and plant science, and how it applies to entry-level positions in the cannabis industry. Explore different varieties of cannabis and their unique characteristics, and learn about growth mediums as well as the stages of cannabis plant lifecycles from seed to harvest. This course will provide the foundation for entry-level positions with licensed production facilities or micro cultivators in the industry. Field trips and guest speakers will provide insight into the industry and cannabis production work in the region.

Prerequisite: Completion of AGR 203: Cannabis Legislation and Quality Assurance is highly recommended.

Course code: AGR 204 Sal: Mar 7 – Apr 4, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $649 + GST

EMPLOYMENT SKILLS EMPLOYMENT & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOODSAFE – Level I

FOODSAFE is a provincial requirement and essential training program for everyone involved in any type of food service. This course emphasizes the improper practices that cause food-borne illness, plus the top job hazards in food preparation and serving.

Course code: PS 003 Rev: 1. Feb 29, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

2. May 2, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Sal: 1. Jan 11, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

2. Feb 8, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

3. Mar 11, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

4. Apr 4, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

5. May 9, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

6. June 3, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. $68 + 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, pest control and managing sanitary practices in a food service operation.

Pre-requisite: FOODSAFE – Level I Course code: PS 017 Sal: May 1 & 2, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $165 + materials + GST

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 and CSA approved safety-toed footwear on the second day.

Course code: LAT 001 Rev: Mar 28 & 29, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sal: Mar 21 & 22, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $249 + materials + GST

Traffic Control One Day Requalification

As of Jan 1, 2019, the new one-day TCP Requalification course is required. All TCPs needing to renew their TCP certification are required to take the new TCP Requalification course.

Requalification Eligibility: • You are eligible to requalify six months (180 days) prior to expiry • You have 12 months after expiry to complete a requalification course, however you cannot work as a TCP while your certificate is expired • You have a valid Authorization Code Course code: LAT 026 Rev: Mar 14, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Sal: Mar 7, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. $150 + materials + GST

Are you already looking forward to summer?

We offer unique summer camps for kids with a fun educational twist!

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

Registration opens in March 2020.

For the most up-to-date information, please visit campoc.ca

Camps are offered in Kelowna, Penticton, Revelstoke, Salmon Arm and Vernon!

After-camp care is available at the Kelowna campus.

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FIRST AID & SAFETY FIRST AID & SAFETY TRAINING 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. Call your local campus for more information or visit okanagan.bc.ca/firstaidcourses.

NOTE: Materials range from $5 – 52 depending on course.

We offer Canadian Red Cross and WorkSafeBC First Aid courses.

Contact us for courses not listed here or to arrange a first aid course for your company.

Red Cross Emergency First Aid (EFA) & Standard First Aid (SFA) with CPR “A” or “C” are now considered equivalent to the WorksafeBC Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level I.

INDUSTRY TRAINING Chainsaw Faller Competency Program – Level 1 Chainsaw Basics

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 and a Wildlife Awareness certificate.

Course code: CON 050 Sal: Apr 1 – 3, Wed – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $800 + materials + GST

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 to graduates.

Course code: NRR 004 Sal: 1. Jan 30, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb 27, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar 24, Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4. Apr 23, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $195 + materials + GST

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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. Jan 28, Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb 25, Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar 26, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4. Apr 21, Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $149 + materials + GST

Ground Disturbance Level II – Global 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. Jan 27, Mon, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb 28, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar 23, Mon, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4. Apr 20, Mon, 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 certificate, valid for three years.

Course code: NRR 001 Sal: 1. Jan 29, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb 26, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar 25, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4. Apr 22, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $203 + materials + GST

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

FIRST AID & SAFETY Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) The Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act states that no person shall handle, offer for transport, or transport dangerous goods, unless they are trained or working under the direct supervision of a person who has been trained. This course is intended for individuals involved in the transportation of dangerous goods – manufacturers, warehouse personnel, shippers, drivers, couriers and transportation managers. Certification provided upon successful completion of the course.

Course code: HLT 024 Rev: Apr 22, Wed, 1 – 5 p.m.

Sal: Apr 24, Fri, 1 – 5 p.m. $59 + materials + GST

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System 2015 WHMIS 2015 is a comprehensive system for providing health and safety information on the safe use of hazardous products used in Canadian workplaces and is aligned with GHS – the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals.

This course delivers four main components: classification; hazards; protection and right-to-know. After completion participants will be able to understand technical information on labels and safety data sheets as well as be able to identify key elements to working safely with hazardous products.

Course code: HLT 197 Rev: Apr 22, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Sal: Apr 24, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $59 + materials + GST

RED CROSS CPR C/AED Gain the skills to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies and choking in adults, children and babies. 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 7, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $75 + materials + GST

Emergency Childcare First Aid and CPR B Designed for anybody 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: Mar 11, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $75 + materials + GST

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. 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. Includes AED training and certification.

Course code: HLT 014 Sal: 1. Jan 31, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. May 11, Mon, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. June 13, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $79 + materials + GST

Red Cross Babysitting Help your child build valuable life skills in the Canadian Red Cross Babysitting course. This newly refreshed and revised course aimed at 11-15 year olds now has a greater emphasis on first aid skills and provides improved learning when it comes to giving the appropriate care in the event of an emergency. This course also covers everything from managing difficult behaviours to leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. Registrants will also learn basics of age-appropriate care such as changing a diaper, feeding, maintaining discipline, and having fun while staying safe. Course includes: Red Cross Babysitting manual and Babysitting certificate card.

Course code: PIR 007 Sal: 1. Feb 8, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Mar 14, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $69 + materials + GST

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.

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: Valid for three years, Canadian Red Cross.

Course code: HLT 009 Rev: 1. Apr 2 & 3, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. May 25 & 26, Mon & Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sal: 1. Jan 16 & 17, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb 22 & 23, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar 19 & 20, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4. Apr 23 & 24, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

5. May 30 & 31, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

6. June 25 & 26, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $135 + materials + GST

CPR LEVEL DESCRIPTIONS AND TARGET AUDIENCES 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.

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FIRST AID & SAFETY WorkSafe BC

Occupational First Aid – Level III (Exam Prep)

Occupational First Aid – Level I 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.

Course code: HLT 016 Rev: 1. Jan 23, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb 3, Mon, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar 2, Mon, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4. Mar 30, Mon, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

5. May 11, Mon, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

6. June 25, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sal: 1. Jan 11, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb 21, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar 27, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4. Apr 16, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

5. May 29, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

6. June 29, Mon, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $89 + materials + GST

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

Course code: HLT 018 Rev: 1. Jan 6 – 17, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Apr 27 – May 8, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. June 1 – 12, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sal: 1. Feb 3 – 14, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Apr 27 – May 8, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $705 + materials + GST

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.

Course code: HLT 177 Rev: 1. Jan 9 & 10, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Jan 13 – 17, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Apr 28 & May 1, Tue & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

May 4 – 8, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. June 2 & 5, Tue & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., June 8 – 12, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sal: 1. Feb 4 & 7, Tue & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Feb 10 – 14, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Apr 28 & May 1, Tue & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

May 4 – 8, Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $525 + materials + GST

Transportation Endorsement 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.

Prerequisite: OFA Level I or II. Course code: HLT 020 Rev: 1. Jan 24, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb 4, Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Mar 3, Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4. Mar 31, Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

5. May 12, Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

6. June 26, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sal: Mar 28, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $99 + materials + GST

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS Train for a rewarding career that provides person-centred care in one of B.C.’s most in-demand professions. The Health Care Assistant program at Okanagan College provides students with hands-on, practical training to promote and maintain clients’ optimal physical, emotional, cognitive and social wellbeing.

HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT CERTIFICATE Starts May 2020 (25 weeks) in Salmon Arm $3,324

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HEALTH CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS PROGRAM LENGTH: 120 hours KEL: Sept 7, 2020 – Feb 2021, Mon & Wed

6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

VER: Jan 20 – May 13, Mon & Wed, 6 – 9 p.m.

& some Sat, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

TUITION: $1,547

Dental Office Administrative Assistant Certificate Are you interested in a rewarding career within a dental office? In this program you will learn about dentistry and routine dental procedures, as well as maintaining electronic patient records, dealing with insurance forms and making appointments. You will also develop effective verbal and written communication skills and professionalism in the dental office.

Employment opportunities: Graduates are employed by medical and dental offices throughout the public and private sectors.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: 320 hours Online: Sept 2020 – June 2021 TUITION: $6,342

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 will learn about anatomy and physiology, pre- and post-nursing care for gastroenterology procedures performed in the ambulatory care setting, as well as the handling and care of scopes and accessories.

NOTE: Tuition payments can be divided over three semesters.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: 814 hours KEL: 1. Sept 2020 – May 2021, Mon – Thu

8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

2. May – Dec 2021, Mon – Thu

8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

TUITION: $4,957 NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans.

Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate 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.

Professional opportunities: 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.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 254 hours KEL: Accepting applications for Sept 2020 – Apr 2021

Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. & Sat, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

PEN: Accepting applications for Sept 2020

two evenings per week (TBD), 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

& some Sat, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

VER: Accepting applications for Sept 2020

Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. & some Sat, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

TUITION: $3,261

Medical Office Assistant Certificate Are you ready for a rewarding career as a medical office assistant, medical office receptionist or hospital ward secretary? This program will equip you with effective verbal and written communication skills using medical terminology, as well as time management skills. You will gain in-depth knowledge of medical office procedures, including computerized medical billing, medical office guidelines, and medical and legal ethical standards.

Employment opportunities: Hospitals, medical offices, care facilities, health authorities and health service agencies.

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HEALTH PROGRAM LENGTH: 439 hours KEL: Accepting applications for Sept 2020 – Apr 2021

+ practicum, Tue & Thu 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. &

Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

PEN: Accepting applications for Sept 2020,

two evenings per week (TBD), 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

& Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

VER: Accepting applications for Sept 2020

two evenings per week (TBD), 6 – 9 p.m.

& Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Nursing Unit Assistant Certificate Are you ready to be a key member of a hospital health care team? This program will equip you with the practical skills to assemble and maintain patient charts, and handle the admission, transfer and discharge of patients. You will also learn how to process doctors’ orders relating to medications, laboratory and diagnostic tests, as well as surgical or treatment plans.

Employment opportunities: Hospitals, medical offices, care facilities, health authorities and health service agencies.

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TUITION: $5,396 PROGRAM LENGTH: 421 hours Online: Sept 2020 – July 2021 TUITION: $7,500

Perianesthesia Nursing Certificate Are you a practicing RN looking to advance your nursing career? This online program is unique within Canada and equips you with the practical skills for entry into the growing field of perianesthesia (PAR) nursing. This program includes theory, demonstrations and practical skills education in perianesthesia work areas. Topics include pre-operative, intraoperative and post-operative care considerations for all perianesthesia phases with a focus on Phase 1.

okanagan.bc.ca/perianesthesia Note: Most programs have additional associated costs for textbooks, materials and GST.

HEALTH COURSES Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop in suicide first-aid. ASIST teaches participants to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety. The course is taught by certified instructor(s) from the Canadian Mental Health Association. Subsidies available, call for details.

Course code: HLT 217 Rev: June 18 & 19, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sal: Mar 4 & 5, Wed & Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $249 + GST

Living Life to the Full Get ready for 12 hours that can change your life. Do you want to know how to feel better right now? This course introduces the principles of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and will help you understand how to re-frame negative thinking, approach anger and feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness, and learn skills to help you tackle life’s problems. The course is taught by certified instructor(s) from the Canadian Mental Health Association. Subsidies available, call for details.

Course code: HLT 169 Sal: Mar 4 – Apr 22, Wed, 6 – 8 p.m. $189 + GST

Mental Health First Aid Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem, experiencing the worsening of an existing mental health problem or in a mental health crisis.

Just like physical first aid is provided until medical treatment can be obtained, MHFA is given until appropriate support is found or until the crisis is resolved. The course is taught by certified instructor(s)

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from the Canadian Mental Health Association. Subsidies available, call for details.

Course code: HLT 170 Rev: May 5 & 6, Tue & Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Sal: May 7 & 8, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $199 + materials + GST

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

Course code: HLT 178 Sal: May 23, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Ver: Apr 4, Sat, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $175

safeTALK safeTALK is a half-day alertness training that prepares anyone 15 or older, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide do not truly want to die, but are struggling with the pain in their lives.

Through their words and actions, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK trained helpers can recognize these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving intervention resources, such as caregivers trained in ASIST. This course is offered in partnership with the Canadian Mental Health Association. The course is taught by certified instructor(s) from the Canadian Mental Health Association. Subsidies available, call for details.

Course code: HLT 209 Rev: May 28, Thu, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Sal: 1. Mar 19, Thu, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

2. May 5, Tue, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. $45 + GST

HEALTH PRENATAL SERIES

Provisional Prosthodontic Module

Prenatal Condensed Series The course consists of six classroom hours plus a hospital tour.

Completion of the class should be approximately six weeks before your due date. Subsidy may be available; please ask for details when registering.

Course code: HLT 022 Rev: 1. Jan 7 – 28, Tue, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

2. Jan 18, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Apr 7 – 28, Tue, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

4. June 2 – 23, Tue, 6:30 – 9 p.m.

Sal: 1. Jan 18, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

2. Feb 29, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

3. Apr 4, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

4. May 9, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

5. June 20, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $85 + GST

COURSES – Other locations and online Orthodontic Module This course is offered to CDA’s or Dental Hygienists as a professional development opportunity to those who wish to obtain the Orthodontic Module through The College of Dental Surgeons of B.C. (CDSBC). Students will complete the theory component through an online platform with tutor support. This is followed by a theory examination and a weekend clinical held at the Okanagan College Kelowna campus. Successful students will then be eligible to make application with the CDSBC for their professional Orthodontic Assistant designation.

Course code: HLT 002 Kel: Jan 23 – Apr 5

Clinical dates: Apr 3 – 5, Fri – Sun, 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. $1,495 + materials + GST

This course is offered to CDA’s or Dental Hygienists as a professional development opportunity to those who wish to obtain the Prosthodontic Module through the CDSBC. Students will complete the theory component through an online platform with tutor support. This is followed by a theory examination and a weekend clinical held at the Okanagan College Kelowna campus. Successful students will then be eligible to make application with the CDSBC for their professional prosthodontic Assistant designation.

Course code: HLT 001 Kel: Jan 16 – Mar 26

Clinical dates: Mar 27 – 29, Fri – Sun, 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. $1,795 + materials + GST

THERAPEUTIC TOUCH SERIES Therapeutic Touch uses near or light touch to stimulate and support natural healing. This gentle, energy-based modality works with the interaction between energy fields and the intention to heal.

Courses include theory, practical training and mentoring sessions.

Start with our introduction course to determine if this is the healing technique for you, then work your way through Levels 1 to 3. This series of courses is designed not only for practitioners, but for self, family, health workers, counsellors and RMTs. These hours may be used towards annual education credits for health modalities. Find course listings on our website at okanagan.bc.ca/cs, or call the Vernon campus at 1-800-289-8993 for more information.

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS, BUILDING COMMUNITIES Interested in a career where you can develop empowering relationships, build community and help improve the lives of others? Graduates of the two-year Diploma in Human Service Work are prepared to work in a variety of settings with people experiencing personal and social barriers. Employment opportunities include working in community centres, child and youth care, services for people with disabilities, addictions treatment facilities, emergency shelters, schools and more.

HUMAN SERVICE WORK DIPLOMA Starts September 2020 (2-year program) in Salmon Arm $7,596

Kristine Wickner 250-832-2126 • kwickner@okanagan.bc.ca okanagan.bc.ca/hsw

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LANGUAGES & COMMUNICATION LANGUAGES

WRITING – Online

French – Level I

Fiction or Creative Non-Fiction Manuscript Mentoring: Part I

For beginners: improve your conversational skills, basic grammar and vocabulary in a fun and stimulating environment.

Course code: HUM 004 Rev: Feb 20 – Apr 9, Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.

Sal: Apr 16 – June 4, Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.

Spanish – Level II Take it to the next level and improve your Spanish speaking skills so you can have more in-depth conversations.

Course code: HUM 003 Sal: Feb 20 – Apr 9, Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. $159 + GST

Sign Language This course is geared to those wishing to communicate with users of American Sign Language (ASL) in social and work related situations. Students can expect to learn the basics of conversation.

Learn about deaf culture and ASL grammar in a fun and relaxed environment. This is an excellent course for Education Assistants, students in health care and education fields who work with deaf clients.

Course code: HUM 008 Sal: Jan 22 – Mar 11, Wed, 6:30 – 9 p.m. $159 + materials + GST

This online course offers students the opportunity to complete half of a book-length manuscript in fiction (novel or short-story collection) or creative non-fiction (memoir, personal essays or literary journalism). They will receive individual guidance from an acclaimed professional author, either Alix Hawley or Melanie Murray, including extensive feedback customized to their work’s specific needs. Students will make regular submissions over a 13-week period (to a maximum of 40,000 words).

Course code: HUM 054 Online: Jan 6 – Apr 6 $1,500 + GST

Fiction or Creative Non-Fiction Manuscript Mentoring: Part II This online course offers students the opportunity to complete the second half of a book-length manuscript in fiction (novel or short story collection) or creative non-fiction (memoir, personal essays or literary journalism). They will receive individual guidance from an acclaimed professional author, either Alix Hawley or Melanie Murray, including extensive feedback customized to their work’s specific needs. Students will make regular submissions over a 13-week period (to a maximum of 40,000 words).

Course code: HUM 056 Online: Jan 6 – Apr 6 $1,500 + GST

DISTANCE EDUCATION 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, Investing

YOUR LIFE YOUR TIME YOUR WORLD

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

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REVELSTOKE CENTRE

REVELSTOKE CENTRE Outstanding educational opportunities, offered right here at home.

REVELSTOKE Kristine Wickner 250-832-2126 • kwickner@okanagan.bc.ca okanagan.bc.ca/revelstoke Looking for a course or program not listed here?

Contact Danielle Tighe, Revelstoke Centre Manager at 250-837-4235 or dtighe@okanagan.bc.ca

BUSINESS TOURISM MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA Starts September 2020 (2 years) $5,510/year

TRADES CARPENTER FOUNDATION Starts March 2020 (30 weeks) $4,207

FOUNDATIONAL PROGRAMS ACADEMIC & CAREER PREPARATION (UPGRADING) Starts January & September 2020 TUITION FREE for domestic students ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) CLASSES Ongoing intake throughout 2020 TUITION FREE for domestic students

Starts September 2020, exclusively in Revelstoke!

TOURISM MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA PROGRAM

Launch your Career in a Dynamic, Four-Season Tourism Environment Get stoked on Okanagan College’s new Diploma in Tourism Management.

Learn essential business skills, gain practical knowledge from industry experts, network and build connections in the sector, and earn money with a paid co-op placement. Financial awards are available for eligible students and course credits are transferrable to a Degree in Business Administration.

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SALMON ARM CAMPUS

SALMON ARM CAMPUS The warmth of a big heart. The opportunity of over 20 programs, countless vocational courses and personalized support. The Salmon Arm campus is small and big in the best ways.

Discover your passion at Okanagan College Salmon Arm.

We offer a range of first- and second-year courses in Arts, Science and Business. Start your degree here, complete pre-requisite courses for entrance to other post-secondary programs, or take a course for fun.

Contact us today for details.

Kristine Wickner 250-832-2126 • kwickner@okanagan.bc.ca okanagan.bc.ca/salmonarm

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SALMON ARM CAMPUS

UNIVERSITY COURSES – Salmon Arm Get a jump start on your degree at OC this winter – start classes in January 2020.

ARTS COURSES

SCIENCE COURSES

ANTH 283 CMNS 122

ECON 125 ECON 231 ENGL 100 ENGL 153 ENGL 215 FREN 111 GEOG 121 HIST 122 HIST 251 INDG 204 PHIL 121 POLI 111 PSYC 121 PSYC 242 SOCI 224 SOCI 250

BIOL 121 BIOL 122 BIOL 133 CHEM 121 MATH 122 MATH 221 PHYS 121 PHYS 122 STAT 121

Globalization & Resistance Professional Writing II Principles of Macro-Economics Introduction to Behavioural Economics University Writing Critical Writing & Reading: Narrative Studies in Reading Film Introductory French I Introduction to Physical Geography Canada Since 1867 The Chinese Republics Indigenous Concepts & Frameworks Introduction to Philosophy II The Government of Canada Introduction to Psychology Abnormal Psychology Men and Masculinities Crime and Society

Biology for Science Majors II Physiology-Multicellular Organ Human Anatomy & Physiology II Principles of Chemistry II Calculus II Introduction to Linear Algebra Calculus-Based Physics II Introductory Physics II Elementary Statistics

BUSINESS COURSES BUAD 116 Marketing BUAD 121 Financial Accounting II BUAD 176 Professional Sales BUAD 195 Financial Management BUAD 269 Human Resources Management BUAD 273 Intermediate Accounting II BUAD 293 Entrepreneurship

FOUNDATIONAL PROGRAMS – Salmon Arm ACADEMIC & CAREER PREPARATION (UPGRADING) Starts January & September 2020 TUITION FREE for domestic students

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) CLASSES Ongoing intake throughout 2020, TUITION FREE

ADULT SPECIAL EDUCATION Starts February & September 2020 TUITION FREE for domestic students

HEALTH & SOCIAL WORK – Salmon Arm HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT CERTIFICATE Starts May 2020 (25 weeks) $3,324

HUMAN SERVICE WORK DIPLOMA Starts September 2020 (2 year program) $7,596

TRADES – Salmon Arm WELDER FOUNDATION Starts February 2020 (24 weeks) $4,151

WOMEN IN TRADES TRAINING Starts March 2020 (12 weeks) TUITION-FREE

CARPENTER FOUNDATION Starts March 2020 (30 weeks) $4,207

ELECTRICAL FOUNDATION Starts August 2020 (24 weeks) $3,479

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LEISURE & LIFESTYLE AGRICULTURE

Learn the Art of Acrylic Painting

Introduction to Beekeeping Workshop

In this six-week course, artist Lisa Figueroa will share her joy of painting with acrylic paints. Acrylic paints were developed in the 1950’s to have the qualities of both oil and watercolour paints. If you are interested in having the ability to use one medium in many styles in one painting, come and learn the techniques and skills to make this happen. The first part of the course will be spent learning how to make marks with acrylic paints from watercolour techniques (washes, glazes and more) to oil techniques (impasto, sgraffitto and more) along with this we will learn to mix colours and colour theory and applying this knowledge to our artwork to enhance a more dynamic approach to storytelling. The students will choose subject matter for paintings and will be encouraged to make the best possible piece of art from the reference material and ideas they bring to class.

Course code: FA 021 Sal: Mar 18 – Apr 22, Wed, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. $105 + GST

This workshop is for anyone interested in the basics of beekeeping and/or becoming a beekeeper. Topics include: 1) The hive set up, equipment, tools, protective equipment, supplemental feeding, medications, costs to get started and maintain your colony.

2) First season timeline, the order of beekeeping duties and how the colony works from May-November (installing nucs, swarm control, supering, honey harvest, winter prep, overwintering).

3) First season best practices and available beekeeping support resources.

4) How to get started this year or what to plan for next year.

This workshop leads into a two-day Beginner Beekeeping Course (classroom theory) and (bee yard/apiary field day).

Course code: PIR 730 Rev: Mar 12, Thu, 6 – 8 p.m. $20 + GST

Beekeeping Basics

You can become a beekeeper, whether you live in the big city, the suburbs or in the country. 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 Rev: Apr 18 & 19, Sat & Sun, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $199 + materials + GST

Invasive Plant ID and Edibles Come join us to learn how to properly identify invasive plants and utilize their edible properties. The goal is to prevent spreading of these species, while harvesting their beneficial properties and learning how to properly manage them. There will also be homemade edible invasive treats involved with recipes to share.

The CSISS is a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention, management and reduction of invasive species in the Columbia Shuswap Regional District. In Partnership with the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society.

Course code: AGR 122 Rev: June 25, Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.

Sal: June 11, Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. $49 + materials + GST

ART, DESIGN & PHOTOGRAPHY Creative Art Metal

This course will focus on decorative metal projects. Topics covered will include pewter casting, lost wax casting (rings, pendants), copper work (cutting, annealing, shaping, texturing), enamelling, silver soldering, riveting, and decorative tin and tooled copper foil.

Participants are encouraged to bring some simple design ideas to the first class for pewter casting.

There will be a fee for materials. This fee will be based on the project that you choose and will be paid to the instructor directly.

Course code: FA 030 Sal: Jan 14 – Mar 17, Tue, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. $250 + GST

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Mixing It Up – Watermedia Any water soluble media can be put with another and beautiful results can be realized. You will be led on a journey of artistic discovery using: watercolour, acrylic paint, collage, pencil crayons, pastel and graphite and mixing it up to conjure a work of art more beautiful that any one medium on its own. Bring your ideas, subject matter and enthusiasm as you learn to combine mediums and take your art to a new level.

Course code: FA 129 Sal: Feb 14 – Mar 20, Fri, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. $105 + GST

Basic Photography with John Morrison

Maybe you used to shoot back in the film days or maybe you have a camera but haven’t had a chance to get to know it. This basic class looks at what the camera is capable of and what it isn’t in terms of capturing action, low light or brightly lit subjects. It is a refresher for those who want to get that camera out again or an introduction to taking good quality photos you will want to share and make enlargements of for family and friends. You’ll need to bring your instruction manual as well as any photos you may have questions about.

Course code: COA 243 Rev: Mar 28, Sat, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Sal: Apr 4, Sat, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $75 + GST

Sharpen Your Photographer’s Eye with John Morrison

What stops you from really seeing the photo you want? Demolish the barriers to your creativity. Feel yourself empowered to think and express yourself more creatively. Get beyond looking at an interesting subject and snapping off a shot. Learn how to compose an image and develop an awareness of what’s really going on in the viewfinder — before you trigger the shutter.

Course code: COA 173 Rev: May 2, Sat, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Sal: May 9, Sat, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $75 + GST

LEISURE & LIFESTYLE

LISA FIGUEROA As a professional working artist, I bring a level of skill, passion and dedication to my artistic practice as well as my teaching practice.

Witnessing the changes in how the students think and the creativity that develops throughout the class is inspiring. It’s rewarding to watch the students gaining confidence in their ability to make marks on paper or canvas and tell their own stories.”

LISA FIGUEROA Instructor, Advanced Art of Acrylic Painting, Mixing It Up – Watermedia and Learn the Art of Acrylic Painting

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LEISURE & LIFESTYLE FINANCIAL, RETIREMENT & ESTATE PLANNING Risks of Retirement

Find out how to ensure that you are in the best income situation for retirement. This workshop will discuss making your money last, maintaining your lifestyle, protecting your assets, spending well, staying healthy and leaving a legacy.

Course code: PIR 067 Sal: Feb 12, Wed, 6:30 – 8 p.m. $24 + GST

Tax & Estate Planning

During this one-evening session, discover why you should have a will. Explore estate planning issues, why you need a power of attorney and a representation agreement, how probate is calculated, how to avoid probate and whether or not it’s a good idea.

Course code: PIR 069 Sal: Feb 19, Wed, 6:30 – 8 p.m. $24 + GST

Women & Money

This workshop is for women preparing to retire and will discuss building wealth, protecting your income, planning for your retirement and maintaining your financial independence. As well as tax saving opportunities and managing your finances after the loss of a spouse.

Course code: PIR 695 Sal: Feb 5, Wed, 6:30 – 8 p.m. $24 + GST

Your Retirement Paycheque

Are you preparing for retirement? What are your retirement goals?

What is your retirement number? Do you understand your sources of income? In this workshop you will learn to calculate your income needs, tax advantages of additional savings ideas, consider asset protection strategies, how to fill the gap and invest for the long term.

Course code: PIR 234 Sal: Feb 26, Wed, 6:30 – 8 p.m. $24 + GST

LEISURE & LIFESTYLE Gentle Yoga with Anne Briggs

Achieve good health, inner peace and harmony by means of yoga.

Start with a basic program and learn modifications and variations to suit your personal needs. Join our Certified Holistic Health and Energy Practitioner as you will be guided through asana and meditation practice, connecting breath, body, mind, heart and soul to create a journey of discovery and purpose.

Course code: PIR 002 Sal: 1. Jan 21 – Mar 10, Tue, 6:15 – 7:30 p.m. ($110 + GST)

2. Mar 17 – Apr 14, Tue, 6:15 – 7:30 p.m. ($70 + GST)

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Introduction to Solar PV Energy

Using a mixture of theory and hands-on demonstration, participants will learn about the basic principles of photovoltaics (solar electricity), system components and simple tools for evaluating, designing and sizing residential grid-connected and off-grid PV systems.

Course code: NRR 020 Sal: 1. Feb 20 & 21, Thu & Fri, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

2. Apr 18 & 19, Sat & Sun, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. $150 + GST

Land Navigation with Maps, Compass and GPS

Never be lost again when service coverage or battery life is gone.

This comprehensive training course covers all aspects about topographical maps, navigational grid formats, coordinate data interpretation and manual position finding and plotting. An outdoor session prepares learners to apply newly learned classroom skills and practice basic navigational techniques used by search and rescue (SAR) organizations worldwide. Students may bring their own compass and GPS receiver.

Course code: PIR 097 Rev: May 9 & 10, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Sal: May 2 & 3, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. $154 + materials + GST

Small Engine Repair

Does starting your lawnmower every spring cause endless frustration? Then sign up for our six session small engine repair class and learn about ignition, compression, starting systems, valves, timing and governors. This theory and practical class will provide participants the opportunity to work on their own lawnmowers, generators and weed eaters – practically any two- and four-stroke engines. Course fee includes student manual.

Course code: MEC 001 Sal: Mar 30 – Apr 8, Mon & Wed, 6 – 9 p.m. $149 + materials + GST

COURSES – Online & other locations Interior Decorating This exciting online course will cover topics from the first rough floor plan to the final accessory. This course will appeal to anyone interested in decorating their own homes with confidence, those working in the retail decor industry or anyone considering the first step toward an interior decorating career. Topics covered include basic principles and elements of decorating, floor plans, furniture and fabrics, focal points, color schemes, window treatments, floor and wall treatments, lighting and accessories.

Students will receive a welcome email within three business days of registration with information on how to start the course. Students will then have two months from the date of the welcome email to complete the course. Register any time.

Course code: FA 016 Online: Start anytime $225 + GST

WINE, BEER, SPIRITS & FOOD CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 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, and to sell and enjoy the best wines. Our graduates have gone on to become award-winning winemakers and vineyard managers in Canada and around the world. 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 is why we connect you with what is 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: 304 hours PEN: Jan 6 – Mar 26, Mon – Fri, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

TUITION: $3,259 NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans.

Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.

Viticulture Certificate Gain the skills and knowledge essential to farm a vineyard. Through this program you will 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 will learn vineyard management, vineyard equipment operation, maintenance and safety.

Employment opportunities: Viticulture worker, vineyard owner and operator.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: 147 hours PEN: Accepting applications for Fall 2020

in-class or blended delivery

Call 250-492-4305, ext. 3206 for details TUITION: $1,704

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.

Employment opportunities: Positions in wine marketing, wine tours and wine shops.

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PROGRAM LENGTH: 308 hours PEN: Jan 8 – June 27, Wed, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. & Sat 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

TUITION: $4,154

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.

Employment opportunities: Assistant winemaker, cellar hand and winery owner.

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Note: Most programs have additional associated costs for textbooks, materials and GST.

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INDEX

Active Investing and Trading for Beginners. . . . . 5 Advanced GIS Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Audio Engineering & Music Production Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Autism Spectrum Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 AutoCAD Skills Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Basic Accounting Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Basic Photography with John Morrison. . . . . . . 26 Beekeeping Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Blockchain Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Bookkeeping Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cannabis Business Fundamentals. . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Cannabis Legislation and Quality Assurance. . . 14 Chainsaw Faller Competency Program - Level 1 Chainsaw Basics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Floral Design Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 FOODSAFE - Level I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 FOODSAFE - Level II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 French - Level I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Gastroenterology Nursing Certificate . . . . . . . . 19 Gentle Yoga with Anne Briggs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Goal Setting and Time Management . . . . . . . . . 5 Ground Disturbance Level II - Global. . . . . . . . . 16 Growing Your Own Cannabis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 H2S Alive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Interior Decorating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Interior Decorating Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Introduction to Beekeeping Workshop . . . . . . . 26 Introduction to Solar PV Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Change Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Invasive Plant ID and Edibles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Communicating Beyond the Basics . . . . . . . . . . . 5

iPad 101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Computers for Absolute Beginners - Level I. . . . 8

Land Navigation with Maps, Compass and GPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Computers for Absolute Beginners - Level II. . . . 8 Computers for Absolute Beginners - Level III. . . 8 Computer Fundamentals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Confined Space Entry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 CPR C/AED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Creative Art Metal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Dental Office Administrative Assistant Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Education Assistant Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Emergency Childcare First Aid and CPR B. . . . 17 Emergency Childcare First Aid with CPR (Workplace OFA 1 Equivalent). . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Fiction or Creative Non-Fiction Manuscript Mentoring: Part II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Pest Management for Cannabis Production. . . 14 Picture Perfect Publisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Prenatal Condensed Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Project Management Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Provisional Prosthodontic Module . . . . . . . . . . . 21 QuickBooks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Recreational Cannabis Retail Sales. . . . . . . . . . . 14 Red Cross Babysitting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Risks of Retirement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 safeTALK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Seed to Harvest - Cannabis Botany and Plant Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Sharpen Your Photographer’s Eye with John Morrison. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Sign Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Small Engine Repair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Spanish - Level II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Standard First Aid and CPR Level C. . . . . . . . . . 17 Tax & Estate Planning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Therapeutic Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Landscape Horticulture Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . 13

Traffic Control Person Certification . . . . . . . . . . 15

Leading Workplace Teams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Traffic Control One Day Requalification . . . . . . 15

Learn the Art of Acrylic Painting. . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG). . . . 17

Learner-Centred Instructor Certificate. . . . . . . . 10

Transportation Endorsement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Living Life to the Full . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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

Managing Conflict . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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

Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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

Medical Office Assistant Certificate. . . . . . . . . . 19 Mental Health First Aid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Mixing It Up - Watermedia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Women & Money . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Word in a Day - Level I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Word in a Day - Level II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Word in a Day - Level III. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Engaging Your Workforce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Esthetics and Nail Technology Certificate. . . . . 12

Nursing Unit Assistant Certificate. . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System 2015 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Excel in a Day - Level I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Occupational First Aid - Level I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Your Retirement Paycheque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Excel in a Day - Level II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Occupational First Aid - Level III. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Excel in a Day - Level III. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Occupational First Aid - Level III (Exam Prep). . 18

Fall Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Occupational Health & Safety Certificate. . . . . 13

Fiction or Creative Non-Fiction Manuscript Mentoring: Part I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Orthodontic Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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Perianesthesia Nursing Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . 20

REGISTRATION

HOW TO REGISTER • Register online at okanagan.bc.ca/cs

CONTINUING STUDIES REFUND POLICY

• Call 1-866-352-0103 • Visit your regional campus to register in person For assistance with the application process, call us toll-free at 1-866-352-0103 or contact the Okanagan College campus nearest you.

Remember, if you are an Okanagan College grad, you’ll receive a 10% discount on most Continuing Studies courses.

APPLY EARLY Okanagan College Continuing Studies programs are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait to sign up. Courses that don’t meet the minimum number of participants may be cancelled. If a course is cancelled, we will make every effort to contact you prior to the start date. Fees for cancelled classes will be refunded or applied to another course.

SERVICES FOR STUDENTS As an Okanagan College student, you can access a variety of student and College services to help you succeed.

Visit okanagan.bc.ca/studentservices to find out more.

• Aboriginal Services • Accessibility Services • Counselling Services • Educational Advising • Learning/Student Success Centres • Okanagan College Libraries

FINANCIAL AID AND AWARDS You may qualify for a financial award to help with your tuition. Contact the Financial Aid and Awards office for information on available education funding options.

Phone: 250-862-5419 or toll-free at 1-800-767-5492 Website: okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid

TUITION AND FEES Costs are estimates and subject to change. See okanagan.bc.ca/tuition for more details.

INFORMATION DISCREPANCIES All program information, including course/program content, length, prerequisites, start/ end dates, postponements and cancellations, is subject to change without notice.

Okanagan College reserves the right to correct pricing or course details at time of registration. Note: Many programs are offered at more than one campus. However, not all programs are offered at all campuses.

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.

CAMP OC To withdraw from a camp, contact us by phone, email or in person. A full refund will be given if the request to withdraw is made at leave five business days before the camp start date. Requests made less than five business days before the camp start date, will be refunded at 50%. No refund is provided after the camp start date or for days missed. A $25 administration fee applies to all Camp OC withdrawals.

Refunds may take between two and four weeks to process and will be mailed in the form of a cheque.

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

HAVE AN IDEA FOR A NEW COURSE? Email cscentral@okanagan.bc.ca and request the Continuing Studies course proposal form.

DO YOU WANT TO TEACH? If you have the skills and adult instructional ability to teach at Okanagan College, send your resume to cscentral@okanagan.bc.ca

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