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

• 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

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

Aesthetics

• Certificate in Makeup Artistry Fundamentals

Aviation

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

Accounting

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

Business

• 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

• Certificate in Office Administration
• Keyboarding Skills

Hospitality

• Diploma in Hospitality Management
• Food Service Assistant Certificate

Information Technology

• 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

• Diploma in Paralegal Studies

Warehousing

• Warehouse and Logistics Fundamentals

English Language Programs

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

Network Administrator Program

The Network Administrator program at Western Community College equips individuals with the skills to plan, manage, and secure network infrastructures.

Program Details

• Emphasis on Windows environments, hardware, and networking tools.
• Development of business communication and leadership skills.
• Focus on securing network infrastructures.

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue various roles in the IT sector, including:

• Network Administrator: Oversee and maintain network systems.
• IT Manager: Lead IT departments and manage technology resources.
• Cybersecurity Specialist: Protect networks from security threats.

Admission Requirements

• Grade 12 or Mature Student Status (19 years of age or more).
• Language Proficiency Requirements:
  • Option 1: Evidence of 3 years of full-time secondary education or 2 years of post-secondary education in the program's language of instruction.
  • Option 2: 2 years of full-time post-secondary education in the program's language of instruction.
  • Option 3: Standardized Language Test (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, CAEL).
  • Option 4: Mature student applicants who provide attestation of completing at least 3 years of full-time instruction in English.

Language Proficiency Tests

The following language proficiency tests are accepted:

• IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 5.5
• TOEFL IBT: Minimum overall score of 46
• CAEL: Minimum overall score of 40
• CELPIP: Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5
• Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum overall score of 95
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Minimum overall score of 43
• Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE) with a minimum overall score of 160 or 'C'
• LANGUAGECERT Academic: Minimum overall B2 level
• The Michigan English Test (MET): Minimum overall B2 level
• iTEP Academic: Minimum overall score of 3.5
• EIKEN: Minimum placement of Grade Pre-1

Accepted Countries for Prior Education

The following countries are recognized for education completed in English:

• American Samoa
• Anguilla
• Antigua and Barbuda
• Australia
• Bahamas
• Barbados
• Belize
• Bermuda
• Botswana
• British Virgin Islands
• Canada
• Cayman Islands
• Dominica
• Falkland Islands
• Fiji
• Gambia
• Ghana
• Gibraltar
• Grenada
• Guyana
• Ireland
• Jamaica
• Kenya
• Lesotho
• Liberia
• Malta
• Mauritius
• Montserrat
• New Zealand
• Nigeria
• Seychelles
• Sierra Leone
• Singapore
• South Africa
• St. Helena
• St. Kitts & Nevis
• St. Lucia
• St. Vincent & the Grenadines
• Tanzania
• Trinidad & Tobago
• Turks & Caicos Islands
• Uganda
• United Kingdom
• US Virgin Islands
• USA
• Zambia
• Zimbabwe

Program Outline

The Network Administrator program consists of the following courses:

• COMP012: Introduction to Computers (60 hours)
• ITIS010: Technical Support Essentials (100 hours)
• ITIS020: Computer Operating System I (160 hours)
• NETW020: Networking I (100 hours)
• NETW022: Networking II (120 hours)
• ITIS040: Security Fundamentals (80 hours)
• ITIS050: Cloud Essentials (100 hours)
• ITIS060: Cloud Administration (180 hours)
• WORK060: Career Preparation (60 hours)
• ITIS130: Network Administrator Practicum (160 hours)

Program Duration

The program consists of 1120 hours and can be completed in 56 weeks full-time.

Fee Structure

The tuition fees for the program are as follows:

• Domestic Students: $12,500
  • Application Fee: $250
  • Tuition Fee: $12,000
  • Course Materials: $250
  • Books: $175
• International Students: $15,500
  • Application Fee: $250
  • Tuition Fee: $15,000
  • Course Materials: $250
  • Books: $175

Finance Options

Western Community College offers various financial aid opportunities, including:

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

Graduate Employment

The graduate employment rate for the program is 97%, with a graduate employment hourly rate of $49.