Program Overview

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University Programs

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

Bachelor Programs

• Bachelor of Hospitality Management

Health Care

The Health Care department offers the following 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

The Child, Family and Community Support department offers the following 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

The Aesthetics department offers the following program:

• Certificate in Makeup Artistry Fundamentals

Aviation

The Aviation department offers the following programs:

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

Accounting

The Accounting department offers the following programs:

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

Business

The Business department offers the following 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

The Office Administration department offers the following programs:

• Certificate in Office Administration
• Keyboarding Skills

Hospitality

The Hospitality department offers the following programs:

• Diploma in Hospitality Management
• Food Service Assistant Certificate

Information Technology

The Information Technology department offers the following 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

The Legal Studies department offers the following program:

• Diploma in Paralegal Studies

Warehousing

The Warehousing department offers the following program:

• Warehouse and Logistics Fundamentals

English Language Programs

The English Language Programs department offers the following programs:

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

Palliative Care Program

The Palliative Care program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to support patients and families during end-of-life stages. The curriculum focuses on pain management, emotional support, and ethical considerations, ensuring graduates can provide holistic and compassionate care.

• Training in pain management, emotional support, and end-of-life care.
• Emphasis on communication skills and ethical considerations.
• Preparation for roles in hospice care, hospitals, and community settings.

Admission Requirements for Palliative Care Program

To enroll in the Palliative Care Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• 19 years old
• Successfully completed the Health Care Assistant or other health-related regulated program e.g. LPN.

Program Highlights

• Total program hours: 14
• Program weeks: 0.4
• Graduate employment rate: 97%

Fee Structure

• Application Fee: $50
• Tuition Fee: $175
• Books: $175
• Total: $400

Finance Options

Western Community College offers a variety of financial aid opportunities to ease students' stress and allow them to focus on their studies. If you need extra support, we have flexible funding to accommodate all our students, no matter their financial situation.

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

Other Programs Within Healthcare

Discover more career-ready programs designed to match your goals and interests.

• Registered Massage Therapy Program
• Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate
• Dental Assistant Program