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FALL 2018
STUDIES
ABORIGINAL COMMUNITY
SUPPORT WORKER
Read how Alice George is using her life experiences
and education to provide meaningful support for
CONTINUING
Indigenous communities.
CORPORATE TRAINING
Maximize your people by having training
delivered where and when you need it.
ESTHETICS AND NAIL
TECHNOLOGY
Train for a career with endless possibilities
in a professional spa environment.
OLIVER • PENTICTON • SUMMERLAND • KELOWNA • VERNON
CONTINUING STUDIES
OLIVER KELOWNA SALMON ARM
339 Fairview Road Office Hours: Office Hours:
P.O. Box 1799 Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Mon – Thu, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Oliver, B.C., V0H 1T0 (Except Tue, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) Fri, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Toll-free: 1-866-510-8899 A108 - 1000 KLO Road 2552 10th Ave NE
cssouth@okanagan.bc.ca Kelowna, B.C., V1Y 4X8 Salmon Arm, B.C., V1E 2S4
Phone: 250-862-5480 Phone: 250-804-8888
PENTICTON Fax: 250-862-5434 Fax: 250-804-8850
Toll-free: 1-888-638-0058 Toll-free: 1-866-352-0103
Office Hours: cscentral@okanagan.bc.ca csshuswap@okanagan.bc.ca
Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
583 Duncan Ave. W.
Penticton, B.C., V2A 8E1 KELOWNA TRADES REVELSTOKE
Phone: 250-492-4305 Phone: 250-862-5457 Office Hours:
Fax: 250-490-3950 Fax: 250-862-5469 Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Toll-free: 1-866-510-8899 Toll-free: 1-877-755-2266, Ext. 5457 1401 First Street West
cssouth@okanagan.bc.ca trades@okanagan.bc.ca P.O. Box 3118
Revelstoke, B.C., V0E 2S0
SUMMERLAND VERNON Phone: 250-837-4235
Office Hours: Fax: 250-837-2882
13211 Henry Ave. csrevelstoke@okanagan.bc.ca
P.O. Box 1224 Mon – Thu, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Summerland, B.C., V0H 1Z0 Fri, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
7000 College Way
Toll-free: 1-866-510-8899 Vernon, B.C., V1B 2N5
cssouth@okanagan.bc.ca
Phone: 250-545-7291, Ext. 2850
Fax: 250-503-2653
Toll-free: 1-800-289-8993
csnorth@okanagan.bc.ca
HOW TO USE THIS BROCHURE
Standard First Aid INDICATES NEW COURSE
COURSE NAME & CPR Level C
Comprehensive First Aid & CPR INDICATES
COURSE CODE techniques for those who need training ONLINE
for work requirements, or who want more COURSE
COURSE LOCATION
knowledge to respond to emergencies in
OLI - Oliver
the workplace, home or at play.
PEN - Penticton
SUM - Summerland Course code: HLT 009 DATES & TIMES
KEL - Kelowna PEN: 1. Mar. 7 & 8, Fri & Sat, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. FIRST INTAKE
VER - Vernon 2. Apr. 10 & 11, Thu & Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. SECOND INTAKE
SAL - Salmon Arm
REV - Revelstoke
$135 (+ materials + GST)
FEE
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CONTINUING STUDIES
ALICE M. GEORGE
Alice George admits that making the decision to go The ACSW program prepares learners to support and
back to school was hard, but finding a program that assist Indigenous individuals and families, both on- and
would allow her to give back to her community and off-reserve, to enhance their quality of life.
explore her Aboriginal heritage was easy.
“The College was such a welcoming place to go
Inspired to learn how to help others, Alice relocated to school and my experience has inspired me to
her family so that she could enrol in the Aboriginal pursue additional post-secondary education. My
Community Support Worker (ACSW) certificate perspective has really shifted – I now have a much
program at Okanagan College. more compassionate and empathetic view on how to
support others.”
“The program gave me a better understanding of
Indigenous history and current issues facing Indigenous
communities today,” says Alice. “If you’re willing to dig ALICE M. GEORGE
deeper and become self-aware of your own biases and Graduate – Aboriginal Community
values, you can really build on your professional skills.
That is when the work becomes most interesting.” Support Worker Certificate
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BUSINESS
BUSINESS
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 66 hours Basic Accounting Certificate
LOCATIONS: Penticton, Kelowna & Vernon
Gain expertise in basic business accounting in this hands-on program. Learn accounting
PEN: 1. Sept 11 – Nov 27, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.
concepts, generally accepted accounting principles and the rules of debit and credit.
2. Jan 7 – Mar 29, 2019, Mon & Fri, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Understand the accounting cycle for a service business and how to manage a general
KEL: 1. Oct 2 – Dec 13, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. ledger, prepare financial statements, periodic adjustments and year-end books. Learn
2. Accepting applications for Winter 2019 customer and vendor-tracking for a merchandising business, as well as inventory
VER: Oct 2 – Dec 13, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. concepts, sales taxes, internal cash controls and payroll preparation.
TUITION: $600
Graduates are prepared to take the Bookkeeping Certificate, and can apply for transfer
credit into BUAD 111: Financial Accounting 1, as well as into the Canadian Payroll
Association Certification.
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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 123 hours Bookkeeping Certificate
LOCATIONS: Penticton, Kelowna, Vernon & online
PEN: Jan 8 – May 28, 2019, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. Delivered online or in-person, this program adds to your employable financial
accounting knowledge with advanced computerized accounting software and payroll
KEL: Jan 22 – Jun 11, 2019, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
administration skills. Gain the in-depth understanding needed to manage the complete
VER: Jan 22 – Jun 11, 2019, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. bookkeeping cycle, from how to set up a company through to the full year’s business
ONLINE: Sept, Nov, Jan, Mar & May cycle for computerized accounting systems. Students learn: Excel spreadsheet software,
TUITION: $1,408 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.
Graduates can apply for transfer credit into the Office Administration program, (OADM
142 and OADM 152) and the Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping (CIB).
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PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 138 hours Project Management Certificate
LOCATION: Online
Are you a leader preparing for a more senior or advanced leadership role in your
DATES: Sept 29, 2018 – Mar 3, 2019 organization? Do you want to nurture your own leadership character and competencies
TUITION: $4,324 and act as an agent of change? If so, this program is the right fit for you.
In this program, you develop essential skills in the following critical areas:
• Enhancing personal credibility and authenticity
• Building team commitment
• Becoming a positive change agent
• Building a community of learners
• Aligning systems, values, processes and structure to deliver results consistently
• Enjoy a blend of three online courses and one five-day residency
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
For the full list of admission requirements and complete certificate program details,
go to okanagan.bc.ca/cscertificates
Note: Most programs have additional associated costs for textbooks, materials and GST.
Please contact your local Continuing Studies office for current information.
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BUSINESS
BUSINESS COURSES Bookkeeping Made Easy
Every business has to record its transactions with a proper
5 Secrets to Using the Media to Market YOU - bookkeeping system. In easy-to-understand terms, this seminar
Have you started your own business but aren’t sure how to get covers the five basic steps of bookkeeping. From the ins and outs
your name out there? Or do you want to increase your exposure of recording transactions to producing financial statements, you
to reach more customers? Veteran Okanagan news editor David will be amazed at how much you can learn in just six hours. Bring a
Wylie will share insider secrets and show you the ropes of media pocket calculator to class.
and public relations. You’ll learn how to write a news release, how Course code: OFA 001
to pitch a story and how to use social media to promote your
KEL: Oct 20, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
business.
$144 (+ GST)
Course code: COA 268
KEL: Nov 7 – 15, Wed, & Thu, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
$149 (+ GST)
Cannabis Business Fundamentals -
- See Employment Skills
Active Investing and Trading for Beginners - Cannabis and the Workplace -
Learn a strong market structure foundation and core strategy to - See Employment Skills
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 Construction Estimating
market drops? Are you interested in learning a proven professional This comprehensive two-day course takes you through the process
strategy to actively invest or trade in any market, up, down or of developing a winning proposal or bid. The course is designed
sideways? Learn where to buy and where to sell with highest for experienced professionals who would like to upgrade their
probabilities. We teach unconventional technical analysis, the tools skills, as well as new entrants to the construction industry. Course
and techniques to read any asset price chart and how to apply topics include: the legal requirements of proposals and bids,
that to your trading plan and execute it on any investing/trading risk analysis, competitor analysis, response to proposal calls,
platform. This program provides structured lessons with plenty of private vs. public bids, bid depository, supplier and sub-trade
practice time during and in between formal class time. You will quotes, estimating direct and indirect costs, as well as bonding
learn this skill by doing it live on a simulated real-time platform. and insurance. Okanagan College is an Education Provider for
the Homeowner Protection Office. This course qualifies for 30
Course code: MGR 228 Continuing Professional Development Credits.
ONLINE: Sept 18 – Nov 8, Tue, Wed & Thu, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Course code: MGR 368
$950 (+ GST)
KEL: Oct 10 & 11, Wed & Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
VER: Dec 17 & 18, Mon & Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Agile
$595 (+ GST)
This two-day hands-on workshop will immerse you in the word
of Agile Scrum. Agile methodologies are becoming the standard
for delivering software and other types of projects as they Developing Cultural Competence in the
continuously outperform traditionally managed projects. You will Workplace -
learn about iteration planning, product roadmap and backlog, What is culture and why do people with diverse cultural
estimating practices, user story development, iteration execution backgrounds seem to behave differently? This practical workshop
and retrospective. You will also learn about the Scrum ceremonies on cultural competence supports participants in developing
and team roles. The classroom will be split into teams and the enhanced intercultural awareness and cross-cultural sensitivity.
instructor will coach the teams through a series of practical Participants will examine their own perceptions, biases and cultural
exercises allowing each team to practice their newly learned skills, patterns in order to become more aware of the impact of cultural
tools and techniques. orientation on cross-communication and interaction.
Course code: MGR 340
KEL: Sept 29 & 30, Sat & Sun, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. In this workshop participants will:
$595 (+ GST) 1) Develop a deeper awareness of the factors contributing to
cultural patterns, acculturation and diversity.
Basic Tax Tips for the Small Business Owner 2) Reflect on how their own personal cultural filter or map can
Learn about basic tax-saving and preparation tips from a chartered lead to bias and misunderstanding.
accountant who focuses on small and home-based businesses. 3) Consider how to be a more effective at intercultural
Topics include: deducting interest, vehicle and home office communication to foster greater understanding and preempt
expenses; types of legal structures for a company and why you conflict or misinterpretation.
may not want to incorporate; how to report self-employment Course code: MGR 407
income; income splitting with family members; business losses and KEL: Nov 30, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
how they affect income from other sources; alternative ways to file $144 (+ GST)
GST returns; private health services plans for corporations; and
paying dividends vs. salaries.
Facebook Pages for Marketing & WordPress
Course code: MGR 074 - See Computers & Technology
KEL: Oct 27, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$144 (+ materials + GST)
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BUSINESS
Fundamentals of Insurance The Essence of Zentrepreneurship -
- See Employment Skills Discover how western enterprises and business people can
implement insights from eastern philosophies into their search for
Payroll Workshop more meaningful work, and find ethical paths to lasting prosperity.
This workshop covers basic payroll responsibilities, regulations and Students will reflect on their life’s purpose and passion, both
expectations of being an employer. Learn to prepare and maintain as individuals and in organizations, and explore enlightened
payroll records, calculate deductions, remit CPP and EI, and prepare approaches to business planning, leadership, management,
T4s and records of employment. Guides and reference materials are professional relationships and social entrepreneurship.
included. This course does not go into detail regarding collective Course code: MGR 395
agreements nor contract legislation. PEN: Oct 20, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Course code: OFA 011 $144 (+ GST)
KEL: Oct 13, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$144 (+ GST) HUMAN RESOURCE SERIES -
Plain Language for Business This is a five-part series consisting of one-day workshops focused
Your job description may not say writer, but somehow you spend on building a positive work environment for everyone at your
a large part of your day writing emails, letters and reports. The organization. Whether you wish to develop valuable personal skills,
biggest problem in workplace writing is too many words per further your professional goals, or start a career in HR, this series will
thought. Wordy writing lacks clarity and makes communication help you to gain skills that you can apply to any workplace setting.
difficult. The instructor highlights common grammar and writing These courses are offered at our Kelowna Campus or online–you
mistakes and shares special considerations for writing manuals. pick the format that works for you.
Discover the secrets of good writing and the necessary grammatical
information that make your meaning crystal clear. Ample time will Employee Standards and Employee Relations:
be given for in-class reinforcement exercises. Part 1 (3 days)
Course code: COA 269 Whether your organization is unionized or not, you will learn how
KEL: Nov 30, Fri, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. to use solution-based or collaborative approaches to successfully
$144 (+ GST) improve labour/employee relations and avoid costly and disruptive
disputes. Through group discussion you will analyze employment
practices within both unionized and non-union environments.
QuickBooks Pro Practical examples include working conditions, human rights,
Learn the basics of customizing QuickBooks for your business progressive discipline, grievances and collective bargaining, using
and how to post data and generate reports. Topics include: key resources such as the BC Labour Code and BC Employment
bookkeeping principles, sales taxes, setting up a company file, chart Standards Act.
of accounts, lists, centres, sales, accounts receivable, expenses,
Course code: MGR 384
accounts payable, inventory, GST returns, journal entries, bank
reconciliations, reports, customizing reports, report filters and KEL: Oct 4 – Oct 18, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
memorized transactions. Students must have good computer skills. $335 (+ GST)
Course code: COSS 003 Employee Engagement: Part 2 (2 days)
KEL: Oct 9 – 25, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. Successful organizations have learned the importance of
$285 (+ materials + GST) engagement and how to successfully retain an engaged workforce.
Engagement is what separates great organizations from the
Take Control of Your Money - others. This course provides effective motivational strategies
This course will teach you the process on how to become financially as well as examines key elements of a successful engagement
debt-free and ultimately take control of your money. You will learn program gathered from the best engagement practices around
how to set up an emergency fund, begin the process of becoming North America. Working with others, learners build a positive and
debt-free, saving and investing for retirement. productive engagement framework for their organization.
Course code: MGR 050 Course code: MGR 385
PEN: Oct 2 – Nov 8, Tue & Thu, 6 – 8 p.m. KEL: Oct 25 & Nov 1, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$315 (+ textbook + GST) $225 (+ GST)
Taking Better Minutes Recruitment and Selection: Part 3 (2 days)
Become a valuable asset to your organization by learning and Hire smart and success will follow. Attracting qualified candidates
practicing the skills to produce exceptional and well-summarized is an important element of the hiring process and is becoming
minutes that accurately reflect the key details and decisions of more challenging due to changes in technology and social media.
meetings. Learn time-saving tips to use during meetings, ways to It is important to design hiring processes that ensure successful
effectively summarize group discussions, and how to create and applicants are a good fit. The course starts with the importance of
format informal and formal minutes. grounding hiring practices with good HR planning and effective
recruiting approaches to ensure access to the best talent. Creating
Course code: MGR 171
a competency-based selection process, including behavioural-based
KEL: Nov 24, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. interviewing techniques will ensure hiring efforts result in success.
$144 (+ GST)
Course code: MGR 386
KEL: Nov 8 & 15, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$225 (+ GST)
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Developing Talent and Coaching: Part 4 (2 days) LEADERSHIP ESSENTIALS SERIES
Once employees are successfully inducted into an organization and
their work, it is vital that their performance continually contribute to This is a five-part series consisting of one-day workshops focused
company goals. Successful companies use a systematic approach on specific leadership skills required in today’s workplace
to support their employees’ continued performance through (individual workshops below.) This series enables you to discover
training and development. Learners explore the magic of coaching your style of leadership and develop new leadership skills. Whether
for higher performance and employee satisfaction. They determine you are new to leadership, or are a seasoned veteran, you will gain
when coaching is appropriate and likely to be effective and when valuable personal insights and new strategies to apply immediately
other methods are more suitable. As a performance strategy, in your workplace.
coaching fosters creativity and on going growth while encouraging $144 (+ GST) per course
employees to take the lead in their own development.
Course code: MGR 375 Leading Workplace Teams
KEL: Nov 22 & 29, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. You lead people and you manage issues. Now you need to identify
$225 (+ GST) your strengths and challenges while developing your leadership
skills. Learn about the skills and tools effective leaders require,
Performance Development: Part 5 (2 days) how personal values impact leadership, as well as how to develop
realistic visions, manage change and promote innovation.
Setting up a performance plan that successfully connects
employees to an organization’s goals is the best way to achieve Course code: MGR 323
improved productivity and positive and effective employee PEN: Oct 4, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
relations. It is also an important step in establishing a coaching KEL: Oct 12, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
culture. In this course, learners focus on the performance VER: Oct 5, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
management cycle including setting expectations, monitoring
successes and challenges and then reviewing performance against Engaging Your Workforce
expectations. Using a coaching approach, learners gain the skills A highly engaged workforce results in less turnover, better
required to give effective feedback and identify action plans with a customer service and increased profits. Gain strategies for
focus on results. engaging and motivating employees to foster new ideas and
Course code: MGR 376 identify solutions in the workplace. Learn about motivation,
KEL: Dec 6 & 13, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. teamwork and the stages of teamwork.
$225 (+ GST) Course code: MGR 324
PEN: Oct 11, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
KEL: Oct 19, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
VER: Oct 12, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
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Communicating: Beyond the Basics Okanagan College is an Education Provider for the Homeowner
Communication is a key component in successful workplaces. Learn Protection Office. This course qualifies for 32 Continuing
how to build respectful and productive relationships with staff Professional Development Credits.
and customers. Learn how you communicate, the challenges in Course code: MGR 359
communicating effectively and how to improve your listening skills. KEL: Dec 12 & 13, Wed & Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Develop a methodology to plan for any changes you would like to VER: Oct 1 & 2, Mon & Tue, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
make. $595 (+ GST)
Course code: MGR 325
PEN: Oct 18, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Project Management - The Foundation for Success
KEL: Oct 26, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Learn and use the critical tools and techniques that have been
VER: Oct 19, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. proven necessary for project management success. This skills-
based course provides the practical knowledge, tools and
Managing Conflict techniques to improve your project quality and performance right
Conflict arises in all workplaces and as a leader you need to know away.
how to manage it. How we respond and deal with conflict defines Course code: MGR 331
the result. This course allows you to see the connections between KEL: 1. Sept 27 & 28, Thu & Fri, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
responses and actions and then identify shifts you can make to 2. Nov 22 & 23, Thu & Fri, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
build better relationships. Gain strategies for dealing with difficult $595 (+ GST)
people, having difficult conversations and providing meaningful
feedback.
Course code: MGR 326
PEN: Oct 25, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
SHIFT2LEAN COURSE SERIES
KEL: Nov 2, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. The following courses have been designed to develop Lean
VER: Oct 26, Fri, 8:30 a.m.– 3:30 p.m. Project Delivery capabilities. The courses also qualify for credit
towards the Lean Construction Institute – Canada Lean Project
Goal Setting and Time Management Delivery Certification Program. These courses will help participants
Gain a methodology to tie all of your objectives and aspirations prepare to write the exams and qualify for the following estimated
into a planned approach and match your resources and timelines number of formal training hours. The certification program requires
with your goals. Learn how to use your time effectively to keep you 10 hours of formal training for Lean Intern, 50 hours for Lean
feeling motivated and prevent you from feeling overwhelmed. The Practitioner, and 100 hours for the Lean Facilitator certification.
planning and goal setting strategies provided in this course ensure
the time you invest results in solid and measurable results. Getting Started with Lean Project Delivery
Course code: MGR 327 Fundamentals
PEN: Nov 1, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Participants learn the fundamentals of the Lean Project Delivery
KEL: Nov 9, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. (LPD) process and the business case for transforming to a lean
VER: Nov 2, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. culture through the introduction of LPD methodologies and tools.
Using simulations, participants explore how LPD methodologies
and tools can be used to influence and create better project
outcomes while supporting collaborative, transparent and
PROJECT MANAGEMENT respectful work behaviours.
These professional development workshops are designed for Course code: MGR 411
project managers of all levels. Workshops provide students KEL: Nov 26, Mon, 1 – 5 p.m.
with current best practices to immediately implement in their $275 (+ GST)
workplace. All instructors are experienced project managers and
facilitators. Collaboration Plus: How to Set Up and Manage
the Big Room
Construction Project Management Participants learn how the Big Room lays the foundation for
This two-day workshop provides you with the proven knowledge, collaborative team behaviours and eliminates the silos often found
tools and techniques to improve project quality and performance in traditional project delivery. The course covers how the physical
in a construction contracting environment. Relevant to seasoned set up of the environment contributes to better behaviours and
construction professionals who wish to improve project supports teams in performing at a high level. Participants leave
performance, as well as those looking to advance their career in the course with the tools and knowledge required to set up and
construction, the content is designed for small to medium-sized effective Big Room.
construction projects. Course code: MGR 412
Move through a project cycle, starting with project bidding/ KEL: Nov 27, Tue, 1 – 5 p.m.
proposals, through project implementation and ending with the $275 (+ GST)
project completion phase. You will also learn about organizing
project teams, material and labour acquisition, responsibility for
pre-construction activities, working with owners, consultants and
regulatory officials, contracts and legal issues, inspections and site
safety. Develop best practices for successful projects through a
case study type of format.
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Optimize Value with Target Value Delivery Get to “Done is Done” with Lean Commissioning
Participants learn how Target Value Delivery (TVD) improves the Participants learn the lean project delivery fundamentals
design process, creates the environment to design a set target and including the elimination of waste, the reduction of variability
meets the owner’s requirements. Participants learn how working and the improvement of work flow. The course covers why
in collaborative cross-functional clusters can leverage the full design commissioning needs to be part of the Target Value
knowledge base of the team with the end result of increased value Design process and how the Last Planner System can be used to
for the client. Participants leave the course with the knowledge achieve challenging milestones, also known as “Done is Done.”
required to implement TVD on projects. A hands-on pull planning session demonstrates for learners how to
Course code: MGR 414 collaboratively plan and deliver on the commitments and promises
KEL: Nov 28, Wed, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. required for reliable work to occur.
$495 (+ GST) Course code: MGR 410
KEL: Nov 30, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
$495 (+ GST)
Cross the Finish Line Early with the Last
Planner System
Participants learn how the Last Planner System (LPS) improves
productivity through the creation of flow and the elimination of
variability. Participants explore how pull planning enables last
planners to make the commitments and promises needed for
reliable work flow in a collaborative work environment. The course
provides an overview of why trust and respect are the cornerstones
of the LPS and how the continuous improvement cycle and the
Plan-Do-Check-Act can be built into the planning methodology.
Course code: MGR 413
KEL: Nov 29, Thu, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
$495 (+ GST)
SINGLETON
JOHN
We have a responsibility to teach,
share and support our successors in
the world. Teaching is one way I am
able to live out that responsibility.”
JOHN SINGLETON
Instructor – Leadership certificates and courses
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PROGRAM FORMAT: Mon – Fri, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Salmon Arm
DATES: Jan 7 – May 24, 2019
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
TUITION: $7,799 advanced topics such as raster analysis, working with 3D data and network datasets.
NOTE: This program is eligible for student In addition to an in-depth study of relational databases and how these databases are
loans and may be E.I. eligible. used within GIS, you complete two major projects of your own design and a directed
Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details. 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. Or, continue your studies in the Okanagan
College Environmental Studies Diploma - GIS Option program.
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PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 730 hours Audio Engineering & Music Production Certificate
PROGRAM FORMAT: Mon –Thu, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Do you dream of a career in music? Get started in the exciting world of music
LOCATION: Kelowna
production, audio engineering, studio recording and live sound mixing. Our graduates
DATES: 1. Sept 10, 2018 – May 9, 2019 are employed across the Okanagan Valley, working for major AV event services
2. Jan 7 – Aug 20, 2019 companies, or launching their own music careers and recording studios. Use industry-
TUITION: $9,026 (+ materials) standard recording studio equipment to learn how to mix live concerts, produce digital
NOTE: This program is eligible for student loans. recordings, and work on audio postproduction for film, video, computer animation and
Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details games. You will gain a solid hands-on foundation in the principles of sound, music, basic
electronics, processing, signal flow, microphone techniques, mixing and mastering, and
live sound engineering.
okanagan.bc.ca/aemp
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 160 hours AutoCAD Skills Certificate
PROGRAM FORMAT: Two evenings per week
Get the skills you need to launch or expand your career as a drafting technologist or
and some Saturdays
technician within all levels of government, or in an architecture, engineering or industrial
LOCATION: Kelowna design firm. You can also follow the career path of a consultant for a construction, utility,
DATES: Oct 1, 2018 – Feb 18, 2019 resource or manufacturing company. You will gain hands-on skills with industry-standard
Mon & Wed, 5:30 – 9:30 p.m. & Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. AutoCAD software in preparing technical drawings for a variety of manufacturers,
TUITION: $3,191 (+ materials) 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.
okanagan.bc.ca/autocad
PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 240 hours Drupal Web Developer Certificate
LOCATION: Online
The Drupal Web Developer Certificate program provides the necessary tools to begin a
DATES: Sept 4, 2018 – Feb 8, 2019
career as a web developer utilizing the Drupal content management platform. It teaches
TUITION: $6,998 the skills, methods and tooling knowledge to work in the field of web-based content
management. Website development with Drupal will teach skills and provide knowledge for
a broad field of web related site design and the expertise gained in this course will extend
into many other frameworks and even static site design outside of Drupal. Graduates of this
program will gain the real-world knowledge required to apply themselves in the workforce
and gain meaningful experience for employment.
okanagan.bc.ca/drupal
10 Call us at 1-888-638-0058COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
WHERE TO START Computer Essentials for 50+ - Level II
Are you a frustrated computer user who is missing the basics? Build
Computer Fundamentals on your skills and begin to fill in the missing gaps by learning to
After a brief overview of computer hardware, you will learn the navigate within the Windows 10 environment with confidence. Save
basics of the Windows 10 operating environment: basic terminology, time with multi-tasking, copy and pasting, and creating shortcuts
the desktop, icons and shortcuts, the taskbar, launching and on the desktop. Learn how to save to a USB memory stick. Gain
closing applications, multi-tasking between programs and basic practice creating, saving, opening, printing files and creating folders.
Windows properties. Particular emphasis is placed on file and folder Communicate with family and friends around the world using email.
management.
Course code: COSS 173
Course code: COSS 004 VER: Oct 22 – 30, Mon & Tue, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
PEN: Sept 22 & 29, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. $149 (+ GST)
KEL: 1. Sept 25 – Oct 4, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.
2. Nov 13 – 22, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. iPhones & iPads
$169 (+ materials + GST) Learn beginner tips and tricks and walk away from this class with a
new level of confidence. Explore some of the best apps and tweak
Computer Keyboarding your settings, and discover some of the newest features. Bring your
Why do you need to know how to type by touch? One word: iPad or iPhone to class with you. Please note that Android devices
speed. Knowing the keyboard by touch means you will be able will not be covered in this class. If you want a longer course, please
to input information much faster than by the old hunt-and-peck see iPad for Absolute Beginners.
method. Course code: COSS 267
Course code: COSS 116 PEN: Oct 18, Thu, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
KEL: Nov 7 – 28, Wed, 6 – 8 p.m. $49 (+ GST)
$124 (+ GST)
iPad for Absolute Beginners - Level I
Digital Camera Courses This course is geared to the absolute beginner, starting with learning
how to properly turn your iPad on and off, what the buttons do, how
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to change settings and how to update the operating system. We will
explore these built-in apps: Safari, mail, camera, photos and Apple
MS Office Fundamentals store. Bring your iPad to class.
Learn three powerful and popular Office programs to give your
work a professional edge: Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Learn Course code: COSS 287
how to create, design and format Word documents. Get a taste VER: Oct 24, 25 & 26, Wed, Thu & Fri, 9 – 11:30 a.m.
of the powerful capabilities of Excel and develop skills in working $94 (+ GST)
with spreadsheets, as well as using formulas and functions. Finally,
learn the basics of PowerPoint to create and set-up a presentation, iPad for Absolute Beginners - Level II
including working with text, graphics, pictures, colours and Discover how to use built-in apps such as Notes, FaceTime, Music,
animations. Videos, Maps, Calendar and Contacts. Explore the world of texting
Course code: COSS 302 using the Messages app to send and receive texts, photos, videos
PEN: Oct 13 & 20, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and web links. Experience the iPad’s superior e-reader capabilities
to download and read electronic books, magazines and newspapers.
KEL: 1. Oct 30 – Nov 8, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.
Pre-requisite: must have taken iPad for Absolute Beginners Level I.
2. Nov 27 – Dec 6, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. Bring your iPad to class.
$195 (+ materials + GST)
Course code: COSS 289
VER: Oct 31, Nov 1 & 2, Wed, Thu & Fri, 9 – 11:30 a.m.
QuickBooks
$94 (+ GST)
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Social Media for 50+
Whether you want to use the social media tools to connect with
COURSES FOR 50+ & ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS friends and family, generate interest in a cause, or build your
Are you 50+ or an absolute beginner? Are you looking for a slower- business, this course will introduce you to the more popular social
paced course that starts at the beginning? Then these courses are media tools so that you are comfortable with these emerging
for you. technologies. During the class, students will begin to create their
own online profiles, and learn how to protect their personal privacy
and avoid social media pitfalls. Students must have Computer
Computer Essentials for 50+ - Level I Fundamentals or equivalent basic computer skills. Students will need
Are you ready to start at the very beginning and learn the basics of to have accounts with Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter and
computers? Unravel the mystery of computers as you learn about YouTube prior to class. Bring your portable device: iPhone, iPad,
the difference between hardware and software, how to move and Android phone or tablet.
resize windows, and create and save files. Get practice using the
Course code: COSS 200
keyboard and mouse and accessing computer programs. Discover a
new frontier by surfing and searching the Internet. PEN: Nov 3, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$94 (+ GST)
Course code: COSS 019
VER: Oct 3, 10, 15 & 17, Mon & Wed, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
$149 (+ GST)
okanagan.bc.ca/cs 11COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
IN-A-DAY SERIES CODING & DESIGN
Excel in a Day - Level I Easy WordPress Websites
Discover the time-saving tools of Microsoft Excel 2016, Discover the WordPress dashboard, create your first post and
AutoComplete, AutoFill and AutoSum and learn about this first page, add widgets and sidebars, learn about themes, and
software’s wizardry with worksheets and workbooks. Learn how to make your website social media friendly. Leave with a brand new
enter data, use cell references, insert footers and make charts. No website you can update yourself, as well as, dozens of tips and
previous working knowledge of Excel is required. tricks for using WordPress. No website or programming experience
Course code: COSS 221 necessary.
PEN: Nov 17, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Course code: COSS 218
KEL: 1. Oct 12, Fri, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. PEN: Dec 1, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
2. Oct 19, Fri, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. KEL: 1. Oct 13, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
VER: Oct 23 & 25, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. 2. Nov 17, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$94 (+ materials + GST) VER: Nov 3, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$94 (+ GST)
Excel in a Day - Level II
Take the next step with Microsoft Excel 2016. Learn formulas and Advanced WordPress: Customize Your Website
functions, references, ranges, lists, data protection, advanced Learn how to customize a self-hosted WordPress.org website and
formatting, sorting and filtering, basic pivot tables and get an take it to the next level by importing widgets, working with themes
introduction to macros and VBA. Previous working knowledge of and plugins, and changing the graphics, colours and fonts. Add
Excel is required. security to keep you safe from hackers, learn how to back up your
website and link your website to other social media sites.
Course code: COSS 236
KEL: 1. Oct 26, Fri, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Course code: COSS 229
2. Nov 2, Fri, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. KEL: 1. Oct 27, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
VER: Nov 13 & 15, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. 2. Dec 1, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$94 (+ materials + GST) $94 (+ GST)
Excel in a Day - Level III Intro to Web Basics
Leverage the advanced capabilities of Excel. Learn how to create HTML is the functional foundation that supports every single
and customize formulas and build stand-alone applications in a website. Once you become familiar with how it works, you will then
workbook, including VBA coding and controls. Perform database, discover how to add style with CSS. By creating a page together
financial and statistical analysis with functions and pivot tables. students will learn text formatting fundamentals, how to create
Previous working knowledge of Excel is required. hyperlinks and how to structure a page. You will also find out how
to troubleshoot when something goes wrong with a web page and
Course code: COSS 277 what next steps you can take on your journey into web design.
KEL: Nov 16, Fri, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Course code: COSS 097
$94 (+ materials +GST)
KEL: Oct 3 – Oct 24, Wed, 6 – 9 p.m.
$195 (+GST)
PowerPoint in a Day
Get ready to wow your audience with a sleek and engaging
presentation. Learn how to use templates and themes, insert new Portfolio Building Workshop
slides, change the layout of existing slides, and create text boxes. This workshop is designed for individuals who want to apply to an
Bring your presentation to life with pictures, clip art, SmartArt animation program and want to further develop their artistic skills
graphics, movies, animation and transitions. Finish off by creating in the areas of life-drawing, perspective and digital art. Specifically,
note pages for yourself as a reference. the focus will be on bridging the gap between the skills candidates
already have and the skills they need to develop to make their
Course code: COSS 231 portfolios competitive for admission.
KEL: Nov 23, Fri, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Course code: FA 163
$94 (+ materials + GST)
KEL: Oct 2 – Dec 4, Tue, 5 – 7 p.m.
$395 (+ GST)
Word in a Day - Level I
Using Microsoft Word 2016, start with the basics of word
processing and progress to paragraph formatting features such
as indentation, bullets, line spacing and tabs. Explore document
formatting features such as page orientation, margins, spelling
and grammar check, and print preview. This course is perfect
for a beginner or if you are looking to refresh and upgrade your
Word skills.
Course code: COSS 220
PEN: Nov 3, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
VER: Oct 9 & 11, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.
$94 (+ materials + GST)
12 Call us at 1-888-638-0058COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
Visual Effects Workshop - Intro to Google Analytics
Would you like to learn how industry professionals create seamless Learn how to use Google Analytics to track your website’s
VFX illusions on the latest blockbuster films like Avengers and effectiveness, analyze your visitor traffic, find out what keywords
Guardians of the Galaxy? Join Vancouver Film School and are driving traffic to your site and how individuals are using the
Okanagan College and complete your own VFX composite using material. Focusing on your audience, how they find you and how
industry standard software, Nuke. Whether you have prior training engaged they are will help to grow your business.
in a related field or no experience at all, these VFX workshops have Course code: COSS 292
everything you need to take meaningful steps towards portfolio KEL: Nov 3, Sat, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
development for post-secondary study or to add new skills to your $49 (+ GST)
resume for industry work. We welcome enthusiasts, high school
students, mature students, career changers and newbies. Led by
an industry all-star Henrique Reginato (Foxcatcher, Dark Matter,
Introduction to Google AdWords
Gotham, Almost Human, Timeless, Minority Report) you will master Trying to figure out how to use this powerful tool can be
essential basics in Nuke, learn the VFX production pipeline, and overwhelming. In this hand-on class you will learn how to best
complete a fully executed shot. During this course you will also utilize Google AdWords for your personal needs by working
learn about the animation industry in B.C.’s interior. through the process: from setting up your account to measuring the
ROI. Other topics that will be covered include keywords, budgets
Course code: COSS 322 and ad groups.
KEL: Winter 2019
Course code: COSS 319
$550 (+ GST)
KEL: Nov 3, Sat, 1 – 4 p.m.
$49 (+ GST)
SOCIAL MEDIA
Facebook Pages for Marketing Success
Facebook is not just for finding friends, it is also a powerful
marketing tool your business can use to find and keep customers.
Acquire strategies to engage clients or customers and increase
your network. Find out how to use polls and incentives to build
your Facebook page community, and embed your other social VISIT OUR WEBSITE
networks to get the most exposure possible. Students must have We are always adding new courses.
an active Facebook account, familiarity with social networking and
intermediate-level computer skills.
Course code: COSS 232
okanagan.bc.ca/cs
KEL: Oct 20, Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
VER: Nov 19 & 21, Mon & Wed, 6 – 9 p.m.
$94 (+ GST)
okanagan.bc.ca/cs 13EDUCATION
EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
PROGRAM LENGTH: 375 hours (includes 70-hour practicum) Aboriginal Community Support Worker Certificate
PROGRAM FORMAT: Mon – Fri, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Are you interested in learning how to assist Aboriginal individuals and families, both
LOCATION: Vernon
on- and off-reserve, to enhance their quality of life? This professional development
DATES: Sept 24, 2018 – Feb 1, 2019 opportunity allows you to focus your training in the field of Aboriginal community
TUITION: $5,604 support. With an emphasis on a person/family-centered and holistic approach to
community support, you gain the core training required for all community support
NOTE: This program is eligible for workers. Topics include: Aboriginal traditional knowledge systems, Aboriginal law,
student loans and may be E.I. eligible. reconciliation and motivational interviewing. Graduates are prepared to work in entry-
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level positions under direction and supervision, and practice professionally as part of a
support team in community based organizations that work with Aboriginal people.
okanagan.bc.ca/acsw
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 81 hours Autism Spectrum Certificate
PROGRAM FORMAT: Two evenings per week
LOCATION: Kelowna 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
DATES: Sept 5 – Dec 12, Mon & Wed, 6 – 9 p.m.
learn through both theory and practical application how to cope with everyday issues,
TUITION: $1,847 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.
okanagan.bc.ca/autism
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time and full-time, 417 hours Education Assistant Certificate
(includes 120-hour practicum)
Are you looking for a career that challenges and inspires you every day? Graduates
PROGRAM FORMAT: Varied (visit website for details)
work in elementary and secondary schools in B.C., helping children with diverse
LOCATIONS: Penticton, Summerland, Kelowna & Vernon learning needs (cognitive abilities, physical challenges, health issues, behavioral
PEN: Sept 4, 2018 – Jan 17, 2019 (F/T) challenges, autism and related disorders). Through a combination of theory and
SUM: Accepting applications for Winter 2019 (F/T) hands-on learning, you will gain the skills in preparing specialized teaching materials,
KEL: 1. Winter 2019 held at George Elliott understanding school curriculum and maintaining progress records. You will also
Secondary School (F/T) develop strong observational skills.
2. Accepting applications for Fall 2019 (P/T) okanagan.bc.ca/educationassistant
starting Nov 1
VER: Sept 4, 2018 – May 28, 2019 (P/T)
TUITION: $4,010 (+ materials + textbooks)
NOTE: This program is eligible for
student loans and may be E.I. eligible.
Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.
14 Call us at 1-888-638-0058EDUCATION
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 60 hours Learner-Centred Instructor Certificate
LOCATION: Online
Are you ready to develop your teaching skills with a convenient online program?
DATES: Sept 24 – Dec 16
While cultivating a learner-centred philosophy of instruction, you will learn how to
TUITION: $1,023 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.
okanagan.bc.ca/distance
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 140 hours Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate
PROGRAM FORMAT: Tuesday evenings and
some Saturdays Are you an adventurer, seeking the next exciting experience at home or abroad?
Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) can be a fulfilling full or part-time career.
LOCATION: Kelowna
Use your TESL certification to earn a living while exploring the world, or helping new
DATES: Sept 18, 2018 – Mar 9, 2019 Canadians and even tourists learn and navigate the second most common language
TUITION: $2,546 (+ materials + textbooks) in the world. Many graduates find their TESL certification is a valuable tool to use as a
volunteer both overseas and domestically. In this program you will discover the diverse
ways people learn new languages, how and what to teach, as well as ways of managing
your ESL classroom. You will also gain practical approaches to the teaching of vocabulary,
grammar and punctuation.
okanagan.bc.ca/tesl
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
For the full list of admission requirements and complete certificate program details,
go to okanagan.bc.ca/cscertificates
Note: Most programs have additional associated costs for textbooks, materials and GST.
Please contact your local Continuing Studies office for current information.
okanagan.bc.ca/cs 15EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
SKILLS
EMPLOYMENT
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 114 hours
PROGRAM FORMAT: Two evenings per week and some
Saturdays
Building Service Worker Certificate
Master the essential skills of commercial and institutional building maintenance and
prepare for an in-demand career. This updated program, formerly called the Custodial
LOCATIONS: Kelowna & Vernon
Worker Certificate, is designed specifically for those seeking employment in the
KEL: 1. Sept 25 – Dec 15, Tue & Thu, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
building service industry and those currently in the industry looking to upgrade and
and most Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. update their skills. Through a combination of theory, demonstrations and hands-on
2. Apr 2 – Jun 22, 2019, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. training, you will learn about health and safety regulations, workplace professionalism,
and most Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. as well as basic and specialized cleaning.
VER: Accepting applications for Jan 2019 okanagan.bc.ca/buildingserviceworker
TUITION: $1,279
PROGRAM LENGTH: Full-time, 1,100 hours Esthetics and Nail Technology Certificate
PROGRAM FORMAT: Mon – Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
and one Saturday per month 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
LOCATION: Vernon
possibilities in a professional spa environment, with industry-experienced instructors.
DATES: Sept 4, 2018 – Jun 28, 2019 You will learn the latest techniques for a wide range of treatments including spa-
TUITION: $10,500 (+ approx. $2,000 materials + GST) level manicures and pedicures, artificial nail enhancements, skin care and facials,
waxing essentials, aromatherapy, reflexology, relaxation and hot stone massage,
NOTE: This program is eligible for body scrubs and wraps, eye lash and brow tinting and make-up foundations. A
student loans and may be E.I. eligible.
blend of theory and hands-on training ensures you are ready to work in day spas,
Visit okanagan.bc.ca/financialaid for details.
destination spas, on cruise ships or pursue your own entrepreneurial venture.
One hundred per cent of our recent graduates are employed in the industry.
okanagan.bc.ca/esthetics
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 150 hours Floral Design Certificate
PROGRAM FORMAT: Two evenings per week
Are you ready to turn your passion for beautiful flowers into a rewarding job or
and Saturdays
business? This program emphasizes retail floristry, including small business and
LOCATION: Kelowna franchise retail outlets, and prepares graduates for employment in floral design
DATES: Sept 25, 2018 – Jan 24, 2019 shops, florist chains, wholesalers, market/grocery stores or as floral consultants.
TUITION: $1,946 (+ $735 materials) 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.
okanagan.bc.ca/floral
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 162 hours Interior Decorating Certificate
PROGRAM FORMAT: Varied
Are you creative with an eye for design? Start a new career as an interior decorator with
LOCATION: Kelowna & Vernon
flexible training that fits your lifestyle. Gain the knowledge and confidence to create
KEL: 1. Sept 17, 2018 – Apr 24, 2019, functional, stylish designs for residential and commercial environments. Through theory
Mon & Wed, 6 – 9 p.m. and practical assignments, you will learn how to draw floor plans and sketch furniture,
2. Jan 8 – May 28, 2019, and acquire advanced skills, including how to mix fabrics, work with colour, employ
Tue & Thu, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. light and choose accessories. In the final module, you will create a home project that is
VER: Jan 14 – Jun 12, 2019, functional, stylish, beautiful and on budget. Graduates find employment as office space
Mon & Wed, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. planners, interior decorating consultants and retail space decorators.
TUITION: $1,666 (+ materials + GST) okanagan.bc.ca/interiordecorating
16 Call us at 1-888-638-0058EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 120 hours Landscape Horticulture Certificate
PROGRAM FORMAT: Varied evening and
Put your green thumb to work in a career doing what you love. Learn all about botany
daytime options (visit website for details)
basics and soil science, including which ornamental plants are best for B.C.’s Interior.
LOCATIONS: Kelowna During the landscape construction component, dig deeper into plant selection, irrigation
KEL: 1. Sept 25 – Dec 15, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m. systems, installing turf grass, pest management, pruning and cultivating. This program
and most Sat, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. will provide you with the training you need to work in lawn care and landscaping
2. Jan 11 – Feb 27, 2019, Mon, Wed & Fri, departments and companies, as well as golf courses and cemeteries. Graduates are well
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. prepared to take advanced studies in specialized horticulture disciplines, such as turf
TUITION: $1,234 (+ materials + GST) grass maintenance, landscape design and nursery propagation.
okanagan.bc.ca/landscapehorticulture
PROGRAM LENGTH: Part-time, 272 hours Occupational Health & Safety Certificate
LOCATION: Online
DATES: Oct 15, 2018 – Nov 17, 2019 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
TUITION: $6,115
and safety professional in a variety of fields including construction, LNG, forestry,
mining, manufacturing, education, health care, government, agriculture, and oil and
gas. 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.
okanagan.bc.ca/ohs
AUGUST
HALLE
The course has been an amazing addition to my
career. I am already a practicing hair dresser and
it is exciting to have new skills under my belt.”
HALLE AUGUST
Graduate – Esthetics and Nail
Technology Certificate
okanagan.bc.ca/cs 17EMPLOYMENT SKILLS
CANNABIS TRAINING Pest Management for Cannabis Production -
Okanagan College is now offering cannabis training courses that This workshop is for those growing cannabis plants indoors or
provide unique insights into the emerging industry of medicinal outdoors and is designed for commercial growers of medicinal
and recreational marijuana. Learn about the regulatory policies and cannabis, those growing cannabis for personal use or those
business opportunities in this unfolding market, investment strategies interested in working in this industry. The content will also be of
for individual investors and best practices in pest management for interest to people working in greenhouse production of flowers and
cannabis production. As an employer, learn how to be prepared for vegetables.
managing the legalization of cannabis in the workplace. Course code: AGR 200
PEN: Sept 14, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
KEL: Nov 3, Sat, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Active Investing and Trading for Beginners -
VER: Oct 5, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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$149 (+ GST)
Cannabis Business Fundamentals -
This introductory course is designed for those who are interested in
the rapidly growing cannabis industry. With the growing interest in
medicinal and recreational marijuana, there is an emerging industry
and regulatory environment under development. This course will Train to work in the
explore policy choices and the unfolding business opportunities
within the cannabis space. Topics include examination of external expanding cannabis industry
environmental trends that influence the business of marijuana, health
and safety concerns, market potential, and an analysis of federal, The Okanagan Valley is quickly becoming a leading
provincial and local policy on the industry. region for cannabis cultivation. With several current and
Course code: MGR 406 proposed cannabis production facilities popping up in
KEL: Oct 9 & 16, Tue, 4 – 9 p.m. the valley, this industry is posed to create hundreds of
jobs for Okanagan residents.
$144 (+ GST)
Okanagan College is currently developing training
Cannabis and the Workplace - specifically designed to provide the core skills and solid
With the legalization of cannabis, employers must be prepared for foundation required for those interested in pursuing
how they will manage the resulting issues coming to the workplace. employment in this growing industry.
This workshop will explore the rights of employers around the use
of cannabis and the obligations for accommodation of medically
prescribed marijuana. Legalization does not negate the employer’s
Cannabis Cultivation, Plant Production
right to set policy and it is critical to proactively update policies and Facility Practices
regarding alcohol and drugs to include use of cannabis. By the end
Courses will cover the following topics:
of this course, students will be able to:
• Identify the key issues around cannabis in the workplace • Basic cannabis botany and plant science
• Identify the rights of employers as well as the obligations of • Cannabis growth mediums
both employers and employees for both recreational and • Crop harvesting and plant production
medical marijuana • Various facilities and growing environments
• Draft changes to current policies on alcohol and drugs • Canadian and provincial regulations
Course code: MGR 408 • Quality control requirements and processes
KEL: 1. Oct 23 – Oct 25, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.
2. Nov 16, Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$144 (+ GST) Retail Sales
Courses will cover the following topics:
Growing Your Own Cannabis -
• Cannabis regulations
Growing your own cannabis plants and being self-sufficient is
possible. You will no longer be dependent on others, you can • Plant strains
control the quality of the cannabis and you will also develop a fun, • Cannabinoids
new hobby. Before you flex your green thumb, understand that • Terpenoids
growing cannabis indoors or outdoors presents a unique set of • Flavonoids
challenges and the sheer volume of information available on this • Delivery methods
subject can be overwhelming. This course provides key information • Sales and customer services
for selecting seeds or clones, equipment requirements and the
process of growing cannabis while adhering to the legal regulations.
For more information on this upcoming training,
Course code: AGR 201
visit okanagan.bc.ca/cannabistraining
KEL: Nov 20 & 22, Tue & Thu, 6 – 9 p.m.
$75 (includes materials + GST)
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