Program Overview

University Programs

The university offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines.

Bachelor Programs

• Bachelor of Hospitality Management

Health Care Programs

• Activity Assistant Certificate
• Acute Care for HCAs
• Certificate in Community Mental Health
• Dementia Care
• Dental Assistant Program
• Dental Receptionist
• Gerontology certificate
• Health Care Assistant Program
• Health Care Assistant Access
• Health Care Assistant ESL
• Medical Laboratory Assistant Program
• Medical Office Assistant
• Medication Management
• Palliative Care
• Pharmacy Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician Diploma Program
• Diploma in Health Services Administration
• Registered Massage Therapist
• Medical Device Reprocessing technician

Child, Family and Community Support Programs

• Addictions Support Worker Diploma
• Community Support Worker Diploma
• Education Assistant Diploma
• Early Childhood Education (ECE)
• Early Childhood Education Assistant (ECEA)
• Live in Caregiver

Aesthetics Programs

• Certificate in Makeup Artistry Fundamentals

Aviation Programs

• Airline Cabin Crew Certificate Program
• Private Pilot License
• Flight Instructor Rating Program
• Night Rating
• Commercial Pilot License

Accounting Programs

• Bookkeeping & Accounting
• Canadian Payroll Administration
• Canadian Taxation
• Diploma in Accounting
• Accounting Management Diploma
• QuickBooks for Accounting
• Accounting and Payroll Compliance Professional Certificate

Business Programs

• Certificate in Business Essentials
• Diploma in Business Management
• Diploma in Business Management with Co-Op
• Diploma in Integrated Business Management
• Certificate in International Business

Office Administration Programs

• Certificate in Office Administration
• Keyboarding Skills

Hospitality Programs

• Diploma in Hospitality Management
• Food Service Assistant Certificate

Information Technology Programs

• Basics of Computers
• Cloud Computing Technology
• Network Administrator
• Network Engineer
• Network Support Technician
• Diploma in Computer Science Fundamentals
• Diploma in Information Systems
• Diploma in Digital Technology Solutions

Legal Studies Programs

• Diploma in Paralegal Studies

Warehousing Programs

• Warehouse and Logistics Fundamentals

English Language Programs

• Academic Prep Program
• CLB Test Preparation
• ESL (English as a Second Language)
• IELTS Preparation Program

Commercial Pilot License Program Details

Program Overview

The Commercial Pilot License program is designed to equip students with the practical skills and knowledge required for a successful career in Aviation.

Program Duration

The program consists of 255 total hours and can be completed in 52 weeks of full-time study.

Course Outline

The curriculum includes:

• Commercial Pilot airplane ground school instruction (80 hours)
• Commercial Pilot License flight training in airplanes (65 hours)
• Preparatory Hours (110 hours)

Admission Requirements

Applicants must provide proof of:

• Age: 18 years old
• A valid private pilot license (PPL)

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Commercial Pilot License program can pursue careers as:

• Commercial Airline Pilot
• Cargo Pilot
• Corporate Pilot

Tuition Fees

The estimated cost of the program is $47,200, which includes:

• Application Fee: $250
• Ground School Fee: $1000
• Dual (35 hrs) @$290/hr: $10150
• Solo (30 hrs) @$225/hr: $6750
• Time Building (90 hrs) @$225/hr: $20250
• Preparatory Ground (PGI/GB): $1050
• Fuel ($50 x 155 hours): $7750
• Books: $175

Financial Aid

Western Community College offers various financial aid opportunities, including:

• BC Student Loan
• In-house Financing
• Student Line of Credit
• Scholarships