Douglas College Viewbook

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2 The concourse at the New Westminster Campus. Photo: Black Opal Images

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Coquitlam Campus at night. Photo: Alvin Lescano

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Coquitlam Campus at night. Photo: Alvin Lescano

6 what will you do? Nomatteryoureducationalgoal,wecanhelpyougetthere.

7 certificate in academic Foundations

8 Programs that have people talking

10 degree programs and post-degree diplomas

12 do get involved TheOfficeforNewStudentsandDouglifeareheretomake yourcollegeexperiencethebestitcanbe.

14 do play PlaytowinasaRoyal,orplayforfunwithintramuralsports.

16 do explore InterninZambia,joinafieldschoolinScotlandandmore.

20 do engage Solverealproblemsintherealworld.

24 our programs Everythingweofferataglance.

26 Language,LiteratureandPerformingArts

28 HumanitiesandSocialSciences30 ScienceandTechnology32 HealthSciences34 CommerceandBusinessAdministration36 Child,FamilyandCommunityStudies

40 do inspire Meetourinstructors.

42 the training Group and continuing education

44 services for your success

46 Getting started at douglas

47 Financial aid

48 heading our way? Ourlocationsandhowtogethere.

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I WANT TO transfer to university to complete my degreeStudyatDouglasandtakecoursesthattransfertouniversity.Studyparttimeorfulltime.

AftertwoyearsofUniversityTransferstudies,youcanearnanassociatedegreeinoneof23specialtiesintheartsorsciences.

Withanassociatedegree,youcanenterthirdyearuniversitywithtwoyearsofguaranteedcredits. see p. 10

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career program and begin working aSaPChoosefromover40diplomaandcertificateprogramsinbusiness,healthcare,socialservicesandmore.apply early. Seats are limited.

Graduate—usuallyaftertwoyears—withtheskillstobeginworkingrightaway.

i’m not sure yetTakeourone-yearCertificateinAcademicFoundations.You’lltakeavarietyofartsandsciencecoursestohelpyoudecidewhatyouwanttodo.see facing page

Thenit’suptoyou!Enteradegreeprogram,associatedegreeprogramorcareerprogram.

ChoosefromsixdegreesofferedbyDouglasandthreemoreinpartnershipswithotherinstitutions.see p. 10

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get a certificatein academic Foundationsyou know you need a post-secondary education, but you aren’t sure what to take. the choices are overwhelming. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Many successful students begin by sampling different courses before they find their passion.

At Douglas, you can explore while still moving forward. With our one-year Academic foundations program, we’ll help you select a customized 10-pack of courses in the arts and sciences. When you complete those courses you’ll have:

• a Certificate in Academic Foundations from Douglas• 30 credits that will transfer to a degree program at

Douglas (p. 10) or at a major university• 30 credits you can put toward an associate of arts

degree (p. 26, 28, 34) or an associate of science degree (p. 30) at Douglas

why start with a certificate in Academic foundations?• You can explore a variety of arts and science courses,

knowing that all the credits you earn will count toward a degree or diploma.

• You’ll get help choosing courses that best fit your goals and interests.

• Your courses will be transferable to at least one major B.C. university: UBC, SFU, UVic, UNBC, Royal Roads or TRU. (Other institutions may accept these courses, but you’ll need to verify that ahead of time.)

Courses are offered at both the Coquitlam and New Westminster campuses. Admission to the Academic Foundations program is based on general College admission requirements (see p. 46).

for more information, contact an Academic Advisor at 604 527 5478 or see douglascollege.ca/academic-foundations.

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BuSineSS adminiStration (degree)Gettheskillsandsavvyyouneedtoenteracareerinbanking,accountingorbusiness.Choosebetweentwospecialties:AccountingorFinancialServicesandAdministration.p.34

CriminologyAcquiretheexpertiseforacareerincriminaljustice,policing,law,psychologyandmore.Learnaboutthecriminalmindandtheintricatesystemsocietyhasdesignedtodealwithcriminalbehaviour.p.28

diSpenSing optiCianCombineeyecare,businessandfashion.Workinretailoutlets,startyourownbusinessorenteranadvancedcareerwithamajoropticalcompany.p.30

early Childhood eduCationLearnhowtoprovidequalitychildcareandeducationtochildrenfromnewborntoeightyearsold.Puttheoryintopracticeduringpracticumplacements.p.36

health information managementPrepareforacareerworkingbehindthescenesasahealthinformationmanagementprofessional.ThisistheonlyprograminB.C.thatofferstrainingforthisuniquecareer.p.32

nurSing (degree)Beginaprofessionalnursingcareerwithaprogramcombiningtheoryandclinicaleducation.Ourstudent-centeredlearningenvironmentincludesacutting-edgesimulationcentre.p.32

ProGrams that have PeoPle talkinG

At Douglas, we’re lucky to be doing what we love. We’re pretty good at it, too. Here’s just a sample of what’s hot right now.

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print futureS: profeSSional WritingLearntheresearch,writing,editing,designandproductionskillsneededforcorporate,freelanceandagencysettings,aswellasinterpersonalcommunicationandprofessionalreadiness.p.26

pSyChiatriC nurSing (degree or diploma)Attainthelatestpracticesfromexperiencedfacultyforacareerworkinginhospitalpsychiatricunits,communitymentalhealthagencies,addiction-caresettingsandmore.p.32

pSyChology (degree)DelveintothementalprocessesandbehaviourofhumansandotherlivingorganismsthroughthispartnershipdegreewithThompsonRiversUniversity.p.28

Sport SCienCe (diploma) phySiCal eduCation and CoaChing (degree) Getstartedonyourcareerasacoach,teacherorsport-relatedleader.Learnin-demandsportsciencepracticesfromaward-winningcoachesandteachers.Studyandtraininmodernathleticfacilities.p.30

New Westminster Pier Park. Photo: Alvin Lescano

StageCraft & event teChnologyBuildtheskillsyouneedtoworkintheatre,specialevents,filmortelevision.Learnstagelighting,audiotechniques,setpaintinganddesign,computer-assisteddrafting,stagemanagementandmore.p.26

therapeutiC reCreation (degree or diploma) Developandleadrecreationaltherapyprogramsforpeoplewithdisabilitiesorspecialneeds.Gethands-onexperiencethroughinternshipsacrossNorthAmerica.p.36

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douglaS College BaChelor’S degreeSGet your degree right here at Douglas. Our professors work with industry professionals to ensure you get the relevant skills and knowledge you need to launch a great career.

• Bachelor of Arts, Child and Youth Care p. 36• Bachelor of Business Administration p. 34• Bachelor of Physical Education and Coaching p. 30• Bachelor of Science, Nursing p. 32• Bachelor of Science, Psychiatric Nursing p. 32• Bachelor of Therapeutic Recreation p. 36

Sfu-douglaS dual degree Get a bachelor of arts or science degree from Simon Fraser University while studying at both Douglas and SFU. You’ll get the best of both worlds – the unique benefits of studying in both a smaller college environment and a larger university setting.

douglascollege.ca/sfudegree

partnerShip degreeSdouglas/tru-ol psychology degree partnership

Complete the majority of your credits at Douglas and the remainder through online learning from Thompson Rivers University-Open Learning. This flexible program allows you to transfer up to 105 credits from other post-secondary institutions. Study part time, full time or, if you’re feeling energetic, accelerate your studies so you finish sooner.

douglascollege.ca/psych-degree

Bachelor of performing arts

If your goal is to be a professional performing artist, arts manager, administrator or entrepreneur, or if you plan to do graduate studies in the performing arts, this program is for you. Designed as a degree-completion pathway, the nine-month program requires that you already have earned credit from an accredited college or university in music, dance, theatre, stagecraft, film arts, arts and entertainment management, musical theatre or digital media. The BPA is a partnership between Douglas, Capilano University, Langara College and Vancouver Community College.

douglascollege.ca/bpa

deGree ProGrams and Post-deGree diPlomas

Community rehabilitation

If you’ve graduated with a Douglas College Child, Family and Community Studies diploma or other approved Canadian diploma, you can enter the third year of this degree program, in partnership with the University of Calgary.

douglascollege.ca/programs/community-rehabilitation

poSt-degree diplomaSA post-degree diploma earns you a credential that can help you get a job, take your career in a new direction, beef up your earning potential and, for working professionals, upgrade and broaden your skills. Admission to a post-degree diploma program typically requires that you already have a bachelor’s degree.

your options

• Accounting p. 34• Marketing p. 34• Mathematics and Science Teaching p. 30 • Psychosocial Rehabilitation p. 28• Physical Education p. 30• Sales p. 34

aSSoCiate degreeSAn associate degree is a credential that recognizes completion of two years (60 credits) of studies. If you earn an associate degree and want to pursue further study, you can receive priority admission to some B.C. universities, and a guarantee of 60 transfer credits. In most cases, an associate degree allows you to transfer to a university and enter the third year of a four-year bachelor’s degree program.

the benefits

• Completing an associate degree makes you a preferred candidate at some B.C. universities.

• Having an associate degree on your resumé can enhance your employability.

your options

• Associate of arts degrees with specialties such as Creative Writing, Economics, Environmental Studies, Forensic Sciences and an Associate of Arts Degree for Future Teachers

• Associate of science degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics and Environmental Science

for the full list, see douglascollege.ca/associate.

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Bryan brings hip hop into the classroom Think you can’t combine your passion with your education? Bryan started the Douglas College Hip Hop Club with a friend back in ’07. Now he’s getting his bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and Coaching (BPEC), and wants to take dance into the classroom once he becomes a teacher.

i chose Bpec because I like physical activity, and dance is one of my passions. I thought I could take the program and still do dance at the same time. And once I get my degree, I can actually teach dance in the classroom. i started the hip hop club so I could share dance, but also to give a memorable experience to students so they wouldn’t just go to school, study and leave.

i got into dance when I started high school. This group of older kids did an air band, and they were dancing to ’N Sync. That really caught my attention. what gets me about dance is I just love connecting to the music and how people can get together and just jam it out. You get that really positive feeling with dance. i keep my moves fresh by learning from other people, watching videos and just trying to be inspired as much as I can. when i become a teacher I want to create a fun learning environment for kids, something they’ll remember me for.

douglife.ca/hiphop

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office for new StudentsYou may have already met members of the ONS team at your high school or at a community or career fair. The ONS is here to help you make a successful transition to the Douglas community and reach your academic, professional and personal goals. Monthly info sessions give you the opportunity to meet faculty and learn about Douglas programs and services. New Student Orientation events give you the information and materials you need to hit the ground running in your first semester. And, through the Student Ambassador volunteer leadership program, you’ll make new friends, develop valuable skills and give back to your community.

Doget involved.

douglascollege.ca/ons

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douglifeThere’s more to your education at Douglas than just your coursework. Douglife organizes activities outside of class like white water rafting, poetry slams, beach volleyball tournies and more. Douglife also supports student clubs and organizations, wellness and student leadership programs.

Douglife’s leadership programs provide you with the training and experience you need to become a leader. Attend seminars from industry experts, experience the unforgettable annual three-day Leadership Retreat, get hands-on experience working with local community programs or apply for an experience of a lifetime interning in Zambia.

To help you stay fit, Douglife offers classes in yoga, kick boxing, core strength and basic step. The weight rooms are open Monday to Friday at both the Coquitlam and New Westminster campuses.

Douglife also offers you volunteer opportunities on and off campus. On-campus opportunities include helping run International Day and other events, while off-campus opportunities exist through organizations like the Red Cross and PoCoMo Youth Services.

Whether you want to join a sports team, go to the big game on Friday night, give back to the community, intern overseas or create a club, Douglife will help you get the most out of your college experience.

Clockwise (l-r): Dodge ball; Halloween; Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament; International Day; Chilliwack rafting trip. Bottom: Zambia global Leadership Program

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play.Become a Douglas College Royal, and you’ll take on athletes from across B.C., Canada and the world. Our varsity-level teams compete in the PACWEST Athletic Association, the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) and the Northwestern Association of Athletic Community Colleges.

proud moments from 2011/2012

• The men’s volleyball team wins the PACWEST provincial championships and finishes second at the nationals.

• The badminton team captures its seventh consecutive provincial championship. All players qualify for the nationals, where they take gold in women’s singles, men’s doubles and mixed doubles, and silver in men’s singles.

• Badminton ace RuiLin Huang earns a first-ever fourth consecutive CCAA Female Athlete of the Year award.

• Men’s soccer players Rizal Ganief and Jagminder Gill are named CCAA All-Canadians, finishing first and second respectively in PACWEST league scoring.

• The women’s golf team takes bronze at the CCAA national tournament in Prince Edward Island.

• Golfer Kate Weir is named PACWEST Female Player of the Year, winning all four league events, and the league title by a wide 14-shot margin.

• Runner Emily Weeks finishes third in the 20–24 age category of the 2011 Long Distance World Triathlon Championships in Henderson, Nev.

douglife.ca/dcroyalsathletics

Play to winvarSityBadmintonBaseballBasketballGolfRugbySoccerSoftballVolleyballWrestling

CluB SportS RunningWheelchairbasketball

intramuralsAerobicsBadmintonBasketballCampusChaseraceDodgeballIndoorsoccerPersonalfitnessRunningTennisVolleyballYogaZumba

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In November 2012, Douglas hosts the CCAA Men’s Soccer National Championships, in Coquitlam. Eight schools representing the five college leagues in Canada will battle for the gold medal.

15kate Weir swings the PACWEST Player of the year Award. Photos: Jerald Walliser

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Keanna gets up close and personal with ZambiaDon’t just visit a country – experience a whole new world. Keanna spent three months working with orphans, vulnerable children and youth, and HIV-positive adults in Zambia through an internship at Douglas. The science student’s favourite part was helping lead workshops for youth on health and sex education in rural communities where tradition is still firmly embedded.

“In Zambian culture it can be difficult for girls to say no to men, and sex is not openly discussed. Because of this, many girls lack the self-esteem to turn down sexual advances, and HIV continues to spread. These workshops I helped lead give youth the opportunity to learn about the implications of HIV and discuss sexuality with their peers.

“I loved being a part of the workshops and watching the youth take ownership of their personal health. One day was especially motivating for me because Memory, one of the girls, told me she was going to break up with her boyfriend because he refused to get tested. It took profound strength for Memory to stand up for herself, and I am beyond proud of her. That’s what I loved about my placement. Being in the community every day allowed me to immerse myself in Zambian culture. And getting to know families and their daily struggles was both humbling and inspiring.”

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main photo: keanna at Victoria Falls, Zambia. Bottom: working with children and youth.

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2012 Belize field school students swim in the crystal clear waters of the Caribbean. Photo: maria Asselin-Roy

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Exchange programs – places where you might study

Beijing Language & Culture University (China)Bern University of Applied Sciences (Switzerland)Central Queensland University (Australia)Huizhou University (China)Konkuk University (South Korea)Kyoto University of Foreign Studies (Japan)Momoyama Gakuin University (Japan)Northern Melbourne Institute of Technical and Further Education (Australia)Rajabhat Universities (Thailand)Universidad de Colima (Mexico)Université Francois Rabelais de Tours (France)University of Wales Trinity St. David (Wales)

Internships and practicumsUse the skills you’ve learned in the classroom or through life experience to make a difference. Opportunities include:

• Uganda Project – open to students in the Community Social Service Work or Co-occuring Disorders programs (10 weeks)

• Global Leadership Program (Zambia) – open to all Douglas College students (3 months)

Semesters awayWork and study while earning credit toward your Douglas program. Programs include coursework and applied experience in a particular field.

opportunities include:

• University of California, Riverside’s Hospitality and Tourism Management Certificate Program – includes six months of paid training at Walt Disney World Resorts. Your credits can apply to some of our Business, Hospitality Management and Marketing courses.

• University of California, Berkeley – summer sessions

Field schoolsWhat are you doing next spring? We’re planning field schools in Belize, Wales and Scotland (subject to change), and you’re invited to take part.

You’ll spend part of the program studying at Douglas before travelling overseas with your instructors and classmates to complete the program at one of our partner institutions.

Field schools are seven weeks and usually take place from April to July. Courses are taught by Douglas instructors and, depending on the program, an instructor from one of our partner institutions.

With students from more than 60 countries on campus, and a growing number of international opportunities available to local students, Douglas pulses with a global beat. Who knows? Your new best friend could be a student from China, Paraguay, Ireland or Zimbabwe. That’s international education at Douglas – making your world a whole lot bigger and a whole lot smaller at the same time.

Last spring, eight students attended the Scotland field school at the University of Edinburgh. Top: replica of the Stone of Destiny at Scone Palace. Bottom: Culcross Abbey. Photos: Calvin Wharton

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Solve real problems in the real worldAt Douglas, your education doesn’t end in the classroom. Working with the community lets you put your skills and knowledge to use. It’s the kind of hands-on experience that employers love to see on a resumé.

Douglas gets involved

• The Animal health technology program provides free care to homeless dogs rescued from overseas and dogs and cats from Lower Mainland shelters.

• In partnership with dentists, hygienists, and dental and hygiene students from UBC, the dental Assisting program offers a free community dental day every April for low-income community members from New Westminster. DA students also do free check-ups for high-needs kids from a local elementary school.

• Working with a New Westminster eye doctor, the dispensing optician program provides free eye clinics and glasses to homeless and low-income residents of the Downtown Eastside and the Tri-Cities. Dispensing Optician students also volunteer in recycling used glasses for distribution to people in developing countries.

• On Interdisciplinary Day, teams of students from the therapeutic recreation, health care support worker and dispensing optician programs work with seniors from Coquitlam to practise the skills they’ll use in their respective careers. Students discuss with participants everything from nutrition, to eye health, to exercises to maintain leg strength, to tips on preventing falls.

• With the goal of reducing chemical pesticides and fighting insects the natural way, Douglas’s Institute of Urban Ecology has partnered with local gardeners to launch the UniBUg project. Gardeners plant plants that are known to attract insects that destroy certain garden pests, and UNIBUG records and analyzes the results. It’s a great way for community members to get involved in citizen science.

• marketing students put their research skills to the test with hands-on projects every year. Last year, they did a business satisfaction survey for the Better Business Bureau. The BBB was so impressed, it’s planning to offer Marketing students mentorships, work experience and volunteer marketing gigs in the near future.

Clockwise (l-r): Veronica Wahl, Coordinator of the UNIBUg project, invites predatory beetles for dinner; Dispensing Optician students ham it up at Interdisciplinary Day; a Dental Assisting student (r) treats a low-income patient; an Animal Health Technology student examines a three-legged patient

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Child, family & Community StudieSBasicOccupationalEducationCareerandEmploymentPreparation/ TransitionsChild,FamilyandCommunityStudies AboriginalStreamBehaviourIntervention(autism specialty)ChildandYouthCare(degree anddiploma)ClassroomandCommunitySupportCommunityRehabilitation(degree)CommunitySocialServiceWorkConsumerandJobPreparationCo-occurringDisordersCustomerServiceandCashier TrainingDisabilityandAppliedBehaviour AnalysisEarlyChildhoodEducationLightWarehouseTrainingSignLanguageInterpretationTherapeuticRecreation(degreeand diploma)TransitionsProgram(foradultswitha barriertoemployment)YouthJustice

CommerCe & BuSineSS adminiStrationAccounting(post-degreediploma)AccountingManagementBusinessAdministration(degree: Accounting;FinancialServices andAdministration)BusinessManagement(specialties: BusinessAdministration,General Business)CommerceandBusiness AdministrationComputingScienceandInformation Systems

EconomicsFinancialServicesManagementHospitalityManagementMarketingManagementMarketing(post-degreediploma)OfficeAdministration(Medical Office,LegalAdministrative, AppliedBookkeeping, AdministrativeAssistant)Sales(post-degreediploma)

health SCienCeSDentalAssistingHealthCareSupportWorker(includes CommunityMentalHealthWorker)HealthInformationManagementNursing(degree)PsychiatricNursing(degreeand diploma)

humanitieS & SoCial SCienCeSAnthropologyCriminologyEnvironmentalStudiesForensicStudiesFutureTeachersGeographyHistoryLegalStudiesPhilosophyPoliticalSciencePsychology(includingdegree)PsychosocialRehabilitation (graduatediploma)Sociology

language, literature & performing artSBasicMusicianshipCommunicationsCreativeWritingEnglish

EnglishasaSecondLanguageEnglishUpgradingInterculturalandInternationalStudiesModernLanguages(French,German, Japanese,Chinese,Spanish)MusicMusicTechnologyPerformingArts(degree)PerformingandFineArtsPrintFutures:ProfessionalWritingStagecraftandEventTechnologyTeachingEnglishasaSecond LanguageTheatreWomen’sStudiesandGender Relations

SCienCe & teChnologyAnimalHealthTechnologyBiologyChemistryDispensingOpticianEarthandEnvironmentalSciences (Geology)EnvironmentalScienceMathematicsMathematicsandScienceTeaching (graduatediploma)MathUpgradingPhysicalEducationandCoaching (degree)PhysicalEducation(graduatediploma)PhysicsandAstronomyScienceSportScience

Continuing eduCation & ContraCt trainingBuildingEnergyResourceManagementBusinessandspecializedcareersChildbirtheducationandperinatal careerdevelopmentChild,familyandcommunitystudiesCommunityMusicSchool

LaFarge Lake is a peaceful oasis across the street from the Coquitlam Campus. Photo: Alvin Lescano

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lanGuaGe, literature and PerForminG arts

ProGrams credential admission requirements*BaSiC muSiCianShip Studymusicandgainmusicalknowledgeandskills.(SeeMusicforuniversityoptions.)(NW)

Certificate:2semesters In-personortelephoneinterviewNote:noEnglishorauditionrequirement

CommuniCationSWorkplacewriting,oralpresentations,interpersonalandinterculturalcommunicationsandmediastudies.(NW/COQ)

Certificate:2semestersUniversityTransfercoursesAssoc.ofArtsDegree(specialty):4semesters

Eng12withamin.gradeof“B”(orapprovedsubstitute)orsuccessfulcompletionoftheCollegewritingassessmentseeCalendarforprogramdetailscheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

Creative WritingExplorethewritingofpoetry,plays,shortfiction,speculativefiction,screenwriting,children’sliteratureandmore.(NW/COQ)

Assoc.ofArtsDegree(specialty):4semestersUniversityTransfercourses

Eng12withamin.gradeof“B”(orapprovedsubstitute)orsuccessfulcompletionoftheCollegewritingassessmentseeCalendarforprogramdetailscheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

engliShReadandexploregreatwriting –fiction,poetry,plays,memoirs–andlearntowritestrongprose.(NW/COQ)


Eng12withamin.gradeof“B”(orapprovedsubstitute)orsuccessfulcompletionoftheCollegewritingassessmentcheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

engliSh aS a SeCond languageChoosefromEnglishspeaking/listening,reading/writingskillsforuniversitystudiesortheworkplace.(NW/COQ)

CitationCourses

GeneralwithouttheLanguageProficiencyRequirementassessmenttesting

engliSh upgradingLiteracy,academicupgradingandcollegepreparation.(NW/COQ)

Courses GeneralwithouttheLanguageProficiencyRequirementassessmenttesting

interCultural and international StudieSInterdisciplinarycoursesininterculturalandinternationalstudies.(NW/COQ)


SeeCalendarforprogramdetailscheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

modern languageSLanguageskillsinChinese(Mandarin),French,German,JapaneseandSpanish.(NW/COQ)LanguageandculturestudiesinSpanishandFrench.(NW)

Certificate:2semestersUniversityTransfercourses

LanguageassessmentseeCalendarforcourseprerequisitescheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

muSiC Studymusicinspecializedfacilitiesandperformingvenueswithexcellentfaculty;prepareforbachelorofmusicorarts.(NW)

Assoc.ofArtsDegree(specialty):4semestersDiploma:4semestersUniversityTransfercourses

AuditiontheorytestcheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

muSiC teChnology LearnMIDI,sequencingandsynthesis,audiorecording,musicforfilm,musicscoring,studiosetupandmaintenanceandmusicensembles,plusvariousmusicelectives.(NW)

Certificate:2semesters Auditionmusicliteracymusictechnologytest

performing and fine artSExploreoptionsintheperformingandfinearts;gainexposuretoacademiccourseswithsomeperformanceoptions.(NW/COQ)

Assoc.ofArtsDegree(specialty):4semestersCertificate:2semesters

Openenrolmentcoursessomeelectivesaudition,performanceormusictheorytestforsomecourses

performing artS (BaChelor’S degree)Studytobecomeaprofessionalperformingartist,artsmanager,administratororentrepreneur,ortodograduatestudies.(NW)

Degreecompletion:9months,May-Jan.

87credits,includingsomeinaperformingartsdiscipline

print futureS: profeSSional WritingTrainforaprofessionalwritingcareerincorporate,organizationalandfreelancesettings.Studiesincludecommunications,design,researchandediting.(NW)

Diploma:4semesters+220hoursofworkexperience

Attendinformationsessionscheduleagroupinterviewandsubmitwritingportfolio(letterofintent,resumé,2lettersofreference,writingsamples)

StageCraft and event teChnologyTrainforacareerintheatre,TV,film,specialeventsandmore.Learnaudio,lighting,paintingandconstructiontechniquesinaprofessionalenvironment.(NW)

Diploma:4semesters Attendinformationsession

Student SuCCeSSAcademicandpersonalskillsforcollegesuccess.(NW/COQ)

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teaChing engliSh aS a SeCond languageTeachoverseasorathome.LearntheknowledgeandskillsyouneedtoteachESLtoadults.Teachingpracticumincluded.(NW)

Citation:1semester GeneralEng12withamin.gradeof“B”(orapprovedsubstitute)referenceletterorTOEFLscore92Internet-basedorIELTSscoreof6.5aninterviewmayberequired

theatre Gainskillsandconfidenceasyougetprofessionaltrainingandeducationinspeech,movement,actingandtheatrehistory.(NW)

Assoc.ofArtsDegree(specialty):4semestersDiploma:4semestersUniversityTransfercourses

AuditioncheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

Women’S StudieS and gender relationSInterdisciplinarycoursesinwomen’sstudiesandgenderrelations.(NW/COQ)

Assoc.ofArtsDegree(Specialty):4semestersUniversityTransfercourses

SeeCalendarforprogramdetailscheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

*See page 46 for General College Admission Requirements. Check online calendar for updates. Admission requirements are minimums, and equivalencies and approved substitutes are considered. See page 42 for Continuing education courses and programs.

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omid and erika make beautiful music together It didn’t take long for Omid and Erika, graduates of the Music Technology Certificate program, to discover their mutual passion. And each other. The duo – she sings and he plays guitar – has started writing their own songs, which they plan to record and perform. They took the MTC program to learn how to record their music right on their laptops – professional studio not required.

our soundOmid: Progressive and psychedelic rock. We want to be original and do something different.

our influencesErika: Frank Zappa. And Devin Townsend, a local artist who does progressive stuff, heavier rock. Omid: For guitar players, Marty Friedman and Jason Becker. Music-wise, Rishloo and Roger Waters.

we ❤ mtc Omid: I came to Douglas to try and figure out what I could do, and discovered the Music Technology program. Before, I was just a musician. Now, I know how to record. Erika: I took the course to learn how to record the right way. Why spend money recording in a studio when you can do it yourself?

words for budding musiciansErika: Focus on the love of it, and don’t worry about how other people will receive it. If they like it, that’s wonderful, but that’s not what it should be about.Check out Omid and Erika’s amazing rendition of Pink Floyd’s “Time” on YouTube: bit.ly/MTCPinkFloydCover.

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humanities and social sciences

ProGrams credential admission requirements*anthropologyThestudyofhumanity,includingarchaeology,culturalhistoriesandspecificsocieties.(NW/COQ)


SeeCalendarforcoursesrequiringFoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C”checkBCTransferGuideforoptions

CriminologyThestudyofpolicing,criminalbehaviour,thecriminaljusticesystemandthecorrectionalsystem.(NW/COQ)

Assoc.ofArtsDegree(specialty):4semestersDiploma:4semestersCertificate:2semestersUniversityTransfercourses


environmental StudieSHumanimpactsontheenvironment,environmentallaw,philosophy,sociologyandpolicy,ecosystems.(NW/COQ)

Assoc.ofArtsDegree(specialty):4semesters


forenSiC StudieSProvidesthefirsttwoyearsofcourseworktowardaBachelorofTechnologydegreeinForensicStudiesatBCIT.(NW/COQ)



future teaCherS Aprogramforstudentswhowanttobecometeachers;especiallyorientedtostudentswhowanttoentertheProfessionalDevelopmentProgram(PDP)atSimonFraserUniversity.(NW/COQ)


Eng12withamin.gradeof“B”FoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C”averageGPA70%includingoneotherprovinciallyexaminablecoursecheckBCTransferGuideforoptionsNote:post-secondaryapplicantsrequire12UniversityTransfercreditswithamin.2.3GPA

geographyPhysical,cultural,andbiologicalfeaturesoftheearth;includesclimatology,cartographyandhumangeography.(NW/COQ)



hiStoryInvestigationandcriticalanalysisofhistoricthemesandspecificeras.(NW/COQ)



legal StudieSThestudyoflawasanacademicdiscipline(notalegalsecretarialorlawschool-transferprogram).(NW/COQ)

Diploma:4semesters;UniversityTransfercourses


philoSophyCriticalexaminationoftheissuesthatlieatthefoundationofallhumanknowledge,choiceandaction.(NW/COQ)



politiCal SCienCeThestudyofpoliticalsystemsandideologiesandtheirrelationshipswithpeopleandeachother.(NW/COQ)



pSyChology (inCludeS BaChelor’S degree) Explorethescientificstudyofbehaviourandmentalprocessesthroughcasestudies,correlationalresearch,surveys,experimentsandstatisticalanalysis.

DegreeAssoc.ofArtsDegree(specialty):4semestersUniversityTransfercourse

Assoc.DegreeandUniversityTransfer:seeCalendarforcoursesrequiringFoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C”checkBCTransferGuideforoptionsDegree:InpartnershipwithThompsonRiversUniversity-OpenLearning(studyatDouglas;onlineatTRU-OL).NoadditionalrequirementsforTRU-OL

pSyChoSoCial rehaBilitation (graduate diploma) PsychosocialRehabilitation(PSR)approachesaretransformingmentalhealthservicesinCanada.PSRpractitionersworkincommunitymentalhealthclinical,residentialandvocationalprograms.

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Cody’s future is historyWondering what it takes to be a well-rounded person? For Cody, it means getting a liberal arts degree. “Someone once told me a liberal arts degree is designed to do one thing: make the world inside your head a better place,” he says. “I never forgot it.”

The A student is planning to become a history professor, but his path wasn’t always clear. A self-described slacker in high school, Cody had his “OMG” moment when he took a history course at Douglas.

“Watching the instructor was fascinating. That’s when it hit me like a truck: I needed to do what he was doing. I needed to teach. Everyone else was struggling to take notes, but I just sat there looking at the board and thinking, ‘this is totally lighting up my world.’”

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animal health teChnologyBecomeaveterinarytechnician,workingasaveterinarynurseinveterinaryhospitalsandotheranimal-relatedsettings.(COQ)

Diploma:4semesters GeneralChem11andBio11withamin.gradeof“C+”Gr12Sciencewithamin.gradeof“C+”PrinciplesofMath11withamin.gradeof“C”(orequivalent)Eng12withamin.gradeof“C”questionnaire80hrsveterinary-relatedvolunteerworkinterview2lettersofreferenceseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements

BiologyThestudyoflivingthings:humananatomyandphysiology,thebiosphere,theorganism,marinebiology,cellbiologyandbiochemistry,genetics,ecology,plants,comparativezoology,evolution.(NW/COQ)

AssocofScienceDegree(specialty):4semestersUniversityTransfercourses

GeneralseeCalendarforcourseprerequisitescheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

ChemiStryThescienceofmatter:organic,physical,environmentalchemistry;chemicalenergiesanddynamics.(NW/COQ)



diSpenSing optiCianCombineeyecare,businessandfashion.Licensedopticianshavemoreopportunityforadvancementtoseniorpositionsintheopticalindustry,ophthalmologistandoptometristpractices,orstartinguppracticestoservethepublic.(COQ)

Diploma:4semesterspluspracticums

GeneralEng12withamin.gradeof“B”(orapprovedsubstitutewithinthelast4years)anyMath11withamin.gradeof“C-”documentationofatour/informationsession(formprovided)criminalrecordsearchhighschoolgraduation

earth and environmental SCienCeSComposition,originanddevelopmentoftheearth;historyofitsbiota;globalchange;geologicalhazards.(NW/COQ)



environmental SCienCeEcosystempreservationandrestoration,globalenvironmentalchange,environmentalhazards,energyconservation,wastemanagement.(NW)


GeneralseeCalendarforprogramdetailscheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

mathematiCSAlgebra,calculus,mathforteachers,statistics,quantitativemethods,etc.(NW/COQ)


GeneralassessmenttestifnecessaryseeCalendarforcourseprerequisitescheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

math upgradingNumeracy,academicupgradingandcollege-preparationcourses.(NW/COQ)

Upgradingcourses GeneralwithouttheLanguageProficiencyRequirementassessmenttesting

mathematiCS and SCienCe teaChing (graduate diploma)Designedforworkingelementaryandmiddleschoolteacherstoimprovetheirteachingofmathematicsandscience.

GraduateDiploma:2yearspart-time

Generalnomath/sciencebackgroundrequiredBachelor’sDegreeteachingcertificatecurriculumvitae1referenceletterletterofintentqualifiesforTeacherQualificationServiceupgrading

phySiCal eduCation and CoaChing (BaChelor’S degree)EnteradynamiccareerinPEteaching,recreationplanning,communitycoachingorgeneralhealth/fitnessfield.(NW/COQ)

Degree:upto8semesters GeneralHighschoolapplicants:applytoSportScienceDiploma(seebelow)forqualifyingyearPost-secondaryapplicants:24credits,GPA2.33incl.9SportScienceorequivalentcredits:Bio1109&1209orequivalents;3creditsUniversityTransferEnglish2referenceletterscriminalrecordsearchseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements

phySiCal eduCation (graduate diploma)Programforworkingelementary,middleandsecondaryteacherswantingtoupgradetheirPEandhealthteachingortrainforspecialistPEpositions.(NW)

Graduatediploma:2yearspart-time

Professionalteachingcertificateordegreeineducation-relatedfieldwithpracticumexperiencedocumentedexperienceofeducationalorrecreationalworkwithchildrenletterofintent

phySiCS and aStronomyMechanics,heat,light,electricity,thermodynamics,etc.;thestudyofstarsandconstellationsinthenightsky,telescopes,andthesolarsystem.(NW/COQ)

UniversityTransfercourses GeneralseeCalendarforcourseprerequisitescheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

SCienCeSelectfromdesignatedscienceandmathcourses.(NW/COQ)

Assoc.ofScienceDegree:4semestersUniversityTransfercourses

GeneralseeCalendarforcoursesrequiringMath11withamin.gradeof“C”checkBCTransferGuideforoptions

Sport SCienCe Thestudyofsport,physicaleducation,recreationand/orcoaching.Threepossiblediplomas:Kinesiology,HealthandRecreation,Interdisciplinary.(NW/COQ)

Diploma:4semestersUniversityTransfercourses

GeneralEng12withamingradeof“C”orsubstitution,Math11withamin.gradeof“C”3otherGr11or12courseswithamingradeof“C”2professionalreferencessignedconsentformGPAof2.33onmin.12creditsifpost-secondaryapplicantseeCalendarforadditionalrequirementscheckBCTransferGuideforoptions

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natasha takes it slow and steady Got a big goal but scared you won’t meet it? Natasha understands. If Natasha were to star in the fable of the hare and the tortoise, she’d be the tortoise. In high school, she had a tough time keeping up with the boys, who dominated her chemistry class. “They were very fast,” she recalls, “and I was intimidated. They were so good with numbers and could do calculations quickly. I could do them, too, but I was slower.”

But soon Natasha came to realize that a flashy performance didn’t always translate into good marks. “The boys looked like they were doing well, but some actually weren’t. They were rushing through.”

Natasha brought her methodical approach to Douglas, where she won a national chemistry award. She’s taken two years of chemistry here and is heading off to UBC, where she plans to get a bachelor of education degree before entering medicine or pharmaceutical sciences.

She’s got a long and challenging road ahead, but any time she feels overwhelmed, she remembers the wisdom of the tortoise. “I know my goal is long-term – it can’t happen overnight. I focus on each day as it comes and try not to think about the next stage. And I know that I’m going to be just fine.”

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ProGrams credential admission requirements*dental aSSiStingBringasmiletosomeone’sfacebyprovidingdentalproceduresinavarietyofsettings;developtechnical,professionalandinterpersonalskills.(NW)

Certificate:10months Bio12withamin.gradeof“C”2daysofobservation(formprovided)grouporientationsessionmedical/immunizationformsEmergencyFirstAidandCPRlevel“C”criminalrecordsearchNote:applicantsmustbe18byDec.31inyearofentry

health Care Support WorKerAssistpeoplewithphysicalandmentalhealthchallengesinavarietyofsettings;choosefromHealthCareSupportWorker(HCSW),HealthCareAssistant(HCA)andCommunityMentalHealthWorker(CMHW).(COQ)

HCSWCertificate=HCACertificate+CMHWCitations(41weeks)HCACertificate–29weeksincludingpracticumCMHWCitation:–15weeksincludingpracticum

Eng11withamin.gradeof“C”medicaldeclarationTBtestcurrenthepatitisBvaccinationcriminalrecordsearchFOODSAFELevel1seeCalendarforadditionalrequirements

health information managementEnterarewardingcareerthatcombineshealth,computerscience,businessandresearchskillsinthemanagementofhealthinformationinanevolvingelectronichealthcareenvironment.(COQ)

Diploma:6semesters Eng12withamin.gradeof“B”FoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C+”1Gr11/12Science(Bio/Chem/Physics)withamin.gradeof“C+”resumé500-wordessayhospitaltour(formprovided)seeCalendarforadditionalrequirements

nurSing (BaChelor’S degree)Chooseacareerasaregisterednursefocusedonhealthpromotionandillnesspreventioninhospitalandcommunityhealthsettings.(COQ)

Degree:8semesters AcademicFoundationsofNursing,whichincludethecompletionof30UniversityTransfercredits(103-creditcourses)orequivalentwithamin.gradeof“C+”(65%)ineachcourse

pSyChiatriC nurSing (inCludeS BaChelor’S degree)Workwithpeoplelivingwithmentalhealthand/oraddictionchallengesinhospitalandcommunityhealthsettings.(COQ)

Degree:8semestersDiploma:6semesters

GeneralEng12withamin.gradeof“B”(orapprovedsubstitute)FoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C”orequivalentBio11and1Gr12Sciencewithamin.gradeof“C+”seeCalendarforadditionalrequirements

“Health care is one of today’s most dynamic and growing fields. It can provide good job security and stability. I knew I wanted to work in this field, but behind the scenes. When I heard about the HIM program, I knew it would be my dream career.”

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Chad helps his clients get out of their headsDo you believe that small acts can result in big changes? Chad does. A recent graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing program, Chad works as part of a community mental health team on the Downtown Eastside. When meeting with clients, he keeps in mind that little things can make a big difference.

“I had an instructor early in the program who put things into perspective for me. She said when dealing with some clients – say someone with schizophrenia who is living in their head all the time, paranoid about everything, worried about everything, just tortured by their own thoughts – if you can talk to them for five minutes, just about last night’s Canucks game or something reality-based, and take them out of their head for a short time, you’ve done something good.

“I always remember that, and I think it’s a very cool, unique way of looking at it. I don’t think you can go into this line of work expecting to cure anybody. I think you can just go in hoping to make some connections and maybe help someone cope a little better or even just listen to their story.”

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commerce and business administration


aCCounting managementPrepareforcareersingeneralaccountingandfinancialmanagement.(NW/COQ)

Diploma:4semestersCertificate:4semestersUniversityTransfercourses


aCCounting (poSt-degree diploma)Getjob-readyskillsleadingtoacompletionofprofessionalaccountingdesignation.(NW)

Post-DegreeDiploma:1year Bachelor’sDegreefromarecognizedpost-secondaryinstitutioninCanadaorothercountry

BuSineSS adminiStration (BaChelor’S degree – aCCounting)Career-baseddegreeprograminaccounting;flexibleschedulesforworkingstudents.(NW)

Degree:upto8semesters FoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C”Note:3rd-yearentrystudentsrequireadiplomainAccountingManagementforentry

BuSineSS adminiStration (BaChelor’S degree – finanCial ServiCeS and adminiStration)Career-baseddegreeprograminfinancialservicesandadministration;flexibleschedulesforworkingstudents.(NW)

Degree:upto8semesters FoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C”Note:3rd-yearentrystudentsrequirearelevantdiplomaforentry

BuSineSS managementCorecoursespluscareerspecialtiesinGeneralBusinessandBusinessAdministration.(NW/COQ)

Diploma:4semestersCertificate:2semesters


CommerCe and BuSineSS adminiStration Introductiontoavarietyofbusinessandacademicsubjects.(NW/COQ)



Computing SCienCe and information SyStemSTrainforITcareers;manageinformationsystems,usebusinesslanguagesandprogramminglanguages,providenetworksupport.(NW/COQ)

Diploma(doublespecialty):4semesters+9creditsDiploma:4semestersCertificate:2semestersUniversityTransfercourses

FoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C”checkBCTransferGuideforoptions

eConomiCSEconomics,banking,trade,managerialeconomics,theCanadianeconomy.(NW/COQ)

AssociateofArtsDegree(specialty):4semestersUniversityTransfercourses


finanCial ServiCeS managementPrepareforacareerinthefinanceindustry;preparationforCanadianSecuritiesCourse(CSC)exam.(NW)

Diploma:4semesters SeeCalendarforcoursesrequiringFoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C”checkBCTransferGuideforoptions

hoSpitality management Trainforhospitalitymanagementcareersortransfertodegreeprogramsinhospitalityandtourism.(COQ)


FoundationsofMath11withamin.gradeof“C-”

marKeting management Specializeinsales,advertising,marketingresearchandmanagement.(NW)

Diploma:4semestersCertificate:2semestersCitation:1semesterUniversityTransfercourses


marKeting (poSt-degree diploma)Assistsdegreegraduatesincareerprogression;improvesjobreadiness,helpsgainexposuretoanalternativespecializationandpreparesforfuturetransitionintomanagement.(NW)

Diploma:1year Undergraduatedegree(bachelorlevel)inasubjectotherthanMarketingfromarecognizedpost-secondaryinstitutioninCanadaoranyEnglish-speakingcountryNote:applicantsfromanon-EnglishspeakingcountrymustmeettheDouglasCollegeEnglishrequirement

offiCe adminiStration CertifiCateSSelectfromspecializedcredentialsinMedicalOfficeAssistant,LegalAdministrativeAssistantorAdministrativeAssistant.(NW)

Certificate:2semestersLegalandMedicalonline:3semesters

FoundationsofMath11andEng11withamin.gradeof“C”MedicalandLegal:1yearexperienceandattestationofprerequisites.Note:full-timeMedicalOffice,AppliedBookkeepingandOfficeAdministrativeAssistantprogramsneed25nwpmtypingspeed,whilefull-timeLegalAdministrativeAssistantstudentsneed40nwpm

offiCe adminiStration diplomaAdvancedadministrativemanagementtrainingforcertificatestudents.(NW)

Diploma:Certificate+2semesters

FoundationsofMath11(orequivalent)andEng12withamin.gradeof“C”Note:OfficeAdministrationCertificatemustbecompletedforadmissiontothediplomaprogramNote:MOAandLegal:1yearexperienceandattestationofprerequisites

SaleS (poSt-degree diploma)Getbroadexposuretosalesandmarketingfromtechnical,creativeandmanagementperspsectives.Optionalworkexperienceorinternshipplacementuponprogramcompletion.(NW)

Diploma:1year SeeMarketing(post-degreediploma)above.


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miguel proves failure is part of successIf you thought failure was a sign that you just couldn’t cut it, Miguel has news for you. He’s living proof of Winston Churchill’s famous edict: “Success consists of going from failure to failure without loss of enthusiasm.”

The Bachelor of Business Administration student and web entrepreneur recently launched a photo-sharing site called Floggia, which is starting to make waves. Floggia went live in January 2012 and already boasts more than 1,600 users.

But Miguel, 19, is not an overnight success. He’s been developing for the web since he was 13 and has seen his share of disappointment. One of his ventures was Shopgram, a buy-and-sell site that was quickly crushed by Craigslist. But instead of admitting defeat, Miguel soldiered on. In fact, he says failure has taught him the most valuable lessons.

“With every failure you learn something different,” he says. “You really do have to fail a lot to learn, and that’s what I’ve done. I have much more to fail and much more to learn.”

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Behaviour interventionProvideAppliedBehaviourAnalysis(ABA)therapyforchildrenwithautism(autismspecialityinClassroomandCommunitySupport).(COQ)

Certificate:3semesters General60hoursofrelevantwork/volunteerexperience(formprovided)2lettersofreferencecriminalrecordsearchdeclarationofmedicalsuitabiliitymandatoryorientationseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements2

Child and youth Care (inCludeS BaChelor’S degree)Engagewithchildrenandyouthinthecommunity,inschools,withtheirfamiliesorontheirown;learnaboutemotionalandsocialgrowthineverydayliving.(Checkwithcoordinatorsforlocation.)

Diploma:4semesters1

DiplomawithAboriginalstream

Degree:Diploma+4semesters

Diploma:General100hoursofrelatedwork/volunteerexperience(formprovided)criminalrecordsearchdeclarationofmedicalsuitabilitymandatoryorientationseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements2Note:applicantsmustbe18byDec.31inyearofentryDegree:GeneralCYCCDiplomaorotherhumanservicesdiplomawith2.67GPA2UniversityTransferEngcourseswithamin.gradeof“P”criminalrecordsearchdeclarationofmedicalsuitabiltyseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements2

Child, family and Community StudieS aBoriginal StreamLearntoworkwithAboriginalchildrenandfamiliesinthisstreamwithintheChildandYouthCare,ClassroomandCommunitySupportandEarlyChildhoodEducationprograms(NW–2012).

StreamwithinDiplomas Seeindividualprograms–ChildandYouthCare,ClassroomandCommunitySupportandEarlyChildhoodEducation

ClaSSroom and Community SupportCreateopportunitiesforchildrenandadultswithdisabilitiesasateachingassistant,jobcoachorcommunitysupportworker.(COQ)

Diploma:4semesters1


Certificate:3semesters2

General60hoursofrelevantwork/volunteerexperience(formprovided)2lettersofreferencecriminalrecordsearchseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements2

Community rehaBilitation (BaChelor’S degree)InpartnershipwithUniversityofCalgary(studyatDouglas).Exploreissuesrelatingtodisability,health,education,vocationalrehabilitation,community,advocacyandlegalandsocialreform.(NW)

Degree:4semesters+2yearsoncampusandonline

ApplytoUniversityofCalgaryfirstseeUniversityofCalgary’sBachelorofCommunityRehabilitationandDisabiltyadmissionwebsite:ucalgary.ca/degreeguide/faculty/med/commrehab

Community SoCial ServiCe WorKWorkwithindividuals,groupsandfamilies;learnproblem-solvingskills,counsellingtechniquesandmore;internationalpracticumsavailable.(COQ)

Diploma:4semesters1

Certificate:3semesters

General100hoursofrelatedwork/volunteerexperiencewithintheprevious2years2lettersofreferenceinterviewdeclarationofmedicalsuitabilitycurrentresumécriminalrecordsearchseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements2Note:applicantsmustbe19byDec.31intheyearofentry

Co-oCCurring diSorderSForhealthandcommunitycarepractitioners:learntoworkwiththeco-occurrenceofmentalhealthandaddictionissues.(COQ)

AdvancedCertificate:2semesters+11-weekpracticum

Generalrelatedcertificate,diplomaordegreecompleted2lettersorreferenceinterviewdeclarationofmedicalsuitabiltyseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements

diSaBility and applied Behaviour analySiSAnalyzebehaviourandcreateeffectivestrategiestohelppeoplewithdisabilities,includingautism,developfunctionalskills.(COQ)

AdvancedCertificate:1semester

General3rdor4thyearBachelor’sstudentwithaGPAof2.33orBachelor’sDegreewith2.0GPAseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements

early Childhood eduCationIgnitetheflameoflearning;discoverhowtocreateapositiveenvironmentforchildrentolearnandplaytogether.(COQ)

Diploma:4semesters1


Certificate:3semesters

General50hoursofrelatedwork/volunteerexperience(formsprovided)2lettersofreferencecriminalrecordsearchpersonalinterviewseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements2

Note:applicantsmustbe18byDec.31intheyearofentry

Sign language interpretationProvidecommunicationbetweenhearinganddeafpeopleinvarioussettingsinarapidlyexpandingfield.(NW–2012;COQ–2013)

Diploma:4semesters1 GeneralCanadianASLProficiencyInterviewweekendselection2lettersofreferenceseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements2

therapeutiC reCreation (inCludeS BaChelor’S degree)ProvideTRservicestopeoplewithdisabilitiesincommunityandcaresettings,promotehealthandqualityoflifethroughrecreation.(COQ)

Degree:8semesters

Diploma:4semesters1

General45hoursofrelatedwork/volunteerexperience(formprovided)letterofintentcriminalrecordsearchTBtestresumémedicaldeclarationinfosessionseeCalendarforadditionalrequirements

tranSitionS program (for adultS With a Barrier to employment)Careerexplorationandworkskillsdevelopment.(COQ)

Citation:16weeks VariousrequirementsincludingenrolmentinGr12or12+,CoquitlamSchoolDistrict

youth JuStiCeHelpat-riskyouthandthoseinthejusticesysteminachallengingandrewardingjob;acombinationofCriminology,ChildandYouthCareandYouthJusticecourses.(COQ)

Diploma:4semesters1 General60hoursofrelatedwork/volunteerexperiencecriminalrecordsearchorientationdeclarationofmedicalsuitabilityseeCalendarforadditionalrequirementsNote:applicantsmustbe19byNov.1inyearofentry

*See page 46 for General College Admission Requirements. Check online calendar for updates. Admission requirements are minimums, and equivalencies and approved substitutes are considered. See page 42 for Continuing education courses and programs. Prior Learning Assessment (PLAR) for experienced practitioners: Practitioners receive course credit for learning from the workplace. Please contact the Program Coordinator for more information. 1.block transfer from diploma to degree available. 2. Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) available

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ernie helps first nations people heal and prosperLooking for a way to help people in your community and still make a living? Ernie, a member of the Sucker Creek First Nation (which makes him Cree), loves helping other Aboriginal people through his work at Kla-how-eya Aboriginal Centre, a Surrey organization that promotes the health and wellness of Aboriginal people and the resurgence of their culture, language and teachings. He got interested in the Co-occurring Disorders program when he realized many of his clients were battling mental illness and addictions concurrently.

“Doing the Co-occurring Disorders program is really opening my eyes. The Aboriginal population is diagnosed with a lot of mental health issues, and they seem to self-medicate, so that’s where the alcohol and drug issues come in. Poverty, colonization and the residential school experience – all of these weigh heavy on Aboriginal people, many of whom are street-entrenched. So for somebody like me who actually works in downtown cores, the majority of my clients are people dealing with co-occurring disorders. So I am doing something dear to my heart.”

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Career and employment preparation/tranSitionS Explorationofcareerissuesandthedevelopmentofemploymentgoalsandplan.(NW)

ConSumer and JoB preparation Workandlivingskillsforstudentswithspecialneeds.(NW)

CuStomer ServiCe and CaShier training Trainingforjobsinretailandwholesaleenvironments.(COQ)

light WarehouSe training Warehouseanddistributioncentretraining;includesforklifttraining.(COQ)

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Suki takes a hands-on approach Suki Badh doesn’t just teach economics – he lives and breathes it. The Douglas instructor has served on the premier’s task force on immigration, the Western Economic Diversification Committee, the finance committee of the CKNW Orphans’ Fund, the Richmond Hospital Foundation, on various advisory committees to Richmond City Hall, and manages 150 acres of blueberry farms in Richmond and Ladner. He’s also hosted a radio program on current political, economic and social issues. Suki brings all this experience and knowledge into the classroom for the benefit of his students.

“I can talk about some of the other things that I do and put facts and figures in front of them. Whether it’s the broadcast industry, the agriculture industry or the charity I’m involved with, I can relate theory into real life for the students. I think this gives them an advantage.”

Suki also teaches at a major university, but loves teaching at Douglas because of the smaller class sizes.

“The biggest difference is at the university I walk in, put on a mic, lecture and then leave. I have very limited contact with the students. But at Douglas, I can get to know the students on a first-name basis. There’s more room for contact with them one on one.”

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Brenna meets you where you’re atEnglish instructor Brenna Clarke Gray speaks your language. A lover of new technologies and different ways of learning, Brenna will help you find your way into the study of literature at a level you can appreciate.

A text is a text is a text“I like to start the semester with TV shows or graphic novels or films. I find the same student who is super nervous about discussing a theme when it’s in something scary like a poem or a novel can talk about it fluently when they’ve seen it in a TV show or read it in a graphic novel. If students can recognize something in one kind of text, they are totally capable of doing it in another.”

email is so 2000“For our students, email is how you get in touch with Mom and Dad, how you get info from your bank and stuff. I find Facebook and Twitter are about meeting students where they’re at. Rather than sitting here waiting for them to reach out by email, they might send me a quick tweet that says, ‘Hey, I’m confused about this reading.’”

Beyond the classroom“I set up course groups on Facebook, which means students have a common place they can go to discuss course issues. The best is when they say, ‘I just saw a funny video on Youtube and it reminded me of this main character we’re talking about.’ Making those real-life connections is what the study of literature is all about.”Brenna assigns her students to post articles on Wikipedia. Find out how it makes them more conscious writers at bit.ly/WikiAssignment.

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the training groupThe Training Group offers you courses, workshops and individualized support in short-term vocational training, workplace communication, job search and career development. Daytime and evening services are available.

employment skills Access 604 777 6088, 604 777 6022 Get free industry-specific training if you are unemployed and looking for work. Offerings include Health Care Assistant Program, Early Childhood Education Assistant, Enhanced Basic Security, Building Service Worker, Oil and Gas Essential Skills, and Construction Essential Skills.

roadbuilders and heavy construction foundation program 604 588 7772Ideal if you are seeking entry into the trades or if you have industry experience and are looking to start an apprenticeship in B.C.’s robust road building and heavy construction industry.

elsA for the workplace 604 777 6099, 604 588 7772 If you are an immigrant or refugee, this program offers you help with workplace communication and employment preparation. Continuous intake.

workplace essential skills 604 777 6002Customized skills training for businesses and their employees to improve workplace performance.

essential skills practitioner training certificate program 604 777 6152 If you work in career development, employment counselling, education, workplace training or human resources, this training will help develop the competencies you need to effectively assess and enhance the Essential Skills of your clients.

skills connect for immigrants – general 604 588 7772 skills connect for immigrants – health 604 438 3045Receive individualized assistance and customized group sessions if you are a skilled immigrant who wants to find work in your field. Help is also available for immigrants without academic backgrounds or professional work experience. Financial subsidies are available for short-term training to upgrade your qualifications for work in Canada.

self employment 604 777 6012Get the practical training, business advice and group support to start and operate a successful business.

workBc 604 466 4600 If you are unemployed and live in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows, access job search resources, personal employment planning, workshops and training and specialized services at the Maple Ridge Employment Service Centre.

“The Self Employment program helped me realize my dream of starting a dog daycare and training centre where I could help dogs and their owners learn new skills and have fun in a safe and friendly environment.” –Craig mcdowell, owner, Zoomies dog daycare and training Centre. zoomies.ca

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Continuing educationUpgrade your professional skills, explore a subject you’re interested in or begin a brand new career. We’ve got hundreds of short-term, high-quality and affordable courses to choose from on campus, off campus or online.

• Take individual courses or complete a certificate program• Enrol in seminars and workshops• Attend conferences and events• Have courses custom designed for you and your workplace

Your options• Building Energy and Resource Management• Business and specialized careers• Childbirth education and perinatal career development• Child, family and community studies• Health• Job search and career assessment• Music• Sport, fitness and coaching

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Aboriginal Student ServicesAdvice and referrals, assistance with application and funding information, events and more.

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Academic advisingGet information on applying, program planning, tuition fees, university transfer options and more.

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Assessment servicesCourse prerequisite testing and typing assessments.

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Career Resource CentreInfo to help you make career and educational choices; university/college calendars, labour trend reports, job resources and more.

NW 6045275486COQ 6047776185douglascollege.ca/career

Centre for Students with DisabilitiesSpecialized services, equipment and programs to support the educational goals of students with disabilities.

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Counselling servicesProfessional counsellors help you select the right program or career path and provide counselling (see also Human Development courses).

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services For your success

Douglas InternationalAdmission, advising, housing, study permits, work permits and other services for international students.

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DouglifeExtracurricular activities for health, fun or competition, including varsity sports, intramural sports, workout facilities, drop-in activities, volunteer opportunities and clubs.

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Douglas Students’ UnionThe DSU provides advocacy on issues such as tuition fees, accessibility to education and transit; activities like pub nights; services including banner printing and lockers rentals. The DSU also provides study spaces, offers an extended health and dental plan, charters and funds clubs, and runs the Pride Centre.

NW 6045275110COQ 6047776257douglasstudentsunion.ca

Financial aidSupport for grants, loans, scholarships or bursaries.

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Human development coursesLed by professional counsellors, classes promote personal development and help you make career decisions.

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Learning CentreWork with peer tutors to learn skills in writing, math, computers, music and effective studying. Free.

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LibraryBrowse our extensive collections; get assistance from our librarians and connections to worldwide resources.

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Office for New StudentsThe ONS helps you make the transition to college with orientation events, high school visits and more.

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Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)Have your skills and knowledge assessed for possible college credits or non-credit field/workplace credentials.

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Student Success 1100 courseDevelop the study, research and writing skills you need for success at the post-secondary level.

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Student jobs and employmentFind employment opportunities, including jobs on campus.

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negina helps you find your feetAs a peer tutor at the Douglas College Learning Centre, Negina loves helping her fellow students hone their study habits and improve their writing skills. But for Negina, tutoring goes way beyond sitting down with you and your books once a week. She knows the transition to college can be confusing – she’s been there – so she’s here to help you navigate through your first year and figure things out.

“I remember when I was new here. I didn’t know the little things that I now take for granted, like how to cite sources in an essay. We never did that in high school. Or even things like, should I be recording my class lectures? I’d always be emailing my professors, and I felt like I was bugging them.

“So it’s nice to have other students to talk to who’ve been in the same position. It’s one thing hearing it from a parent or an instructor. But if you can talk to another student who’s taken the same class – maybe even with the same instructor – they can walk you through it. I think that’s really helpful.”

Domentor.

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GettinG started at douGlas

Step 1: Make sure you’re ready to apply to Douglas College

you need one of the following general admission requirements from this list:

• You have completed B.C. secondary school graduation in any program or have completed the equivalent in another school system

• You lack one course for B.C. secondary school graduation or the equivalent in another school system

• You are 19 or older on the first day of the first semester of attendance

• You are at least 17 on the first day of the first semester of attendance AND have not been enrolled at a school for at least one year

• You are a special-needs student and have completed a certificate or equivalent from a special program and have been in school for 12 years

AND

one of the following from this list:• English 12 with a minimum grade of

“C” (including provincial grade)

• One of the accepted substitutions for high school English

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Step 2: Apply to Douglas College

• Apply online at douglascollege.ca/apply or in person at the Registrar’s Office: room A1450 (Coquitlam Campus) or room 2700 (New Westminster Campus). Check application deadlines at douglascollege.ca/when-to-apply.

• Track the status of your application by going to douglascollege.ca/apply and clicking on my Application Account. You’ll be notified of the final outcome by mail or email.

• Once you’ve been accepted, details will be sent to you in the mail explaining how to register for classes.

need some help?1. Attend a free info session Get details about the program you’re interested in.

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2. talk to an Academic Advisor Get help choosing a program, applying or picking the right courses.

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3. talk to the office for new studentsGet answers to all your questions about coming to college.

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Financial aid

Paying for your education can be a challenge. The Financial Aid Office can help you budget during your college years and give you information about student loans or financial options that don’t involve borrowing. Apply early to avoid missing deadlines.

financial awards scholarships Based mainly on your academic performance

Bursaries Based mainly on your financial need

student awards Many programs offer specific financial awards. For example, as a student athlete, you may qualify for an athletic award.

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earn while you learnStudent Employment Services helps you find jobs, both on and off campus. The Co-operative Education Program places you in work experience positions where you earn cash, college credits and experience.

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Student loansYou can apply for B.C. Student Loans and Canada Student Loans before you have been admitted to Douglas. Funding is based on length of study. Find out more at studentaidbc.ca or from the Douglas Financial Aid Office.

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spend less when you take your first two years of university courses here.douglaS maJor univerSity SavingS

$276.60 per course $470 $193.40$1,383 per semester* $2,350 $967$5,532 for 2 years $9,400 $3,868

*per 5-course semester

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Dostay cool.

headinG our way?U-Pass BCThis universal transit pass lets you ride transit all over the Lower Mainland for just $30 a month. All students registered in a minimum of three credits and who are paying student union fees are automatically enrolled in the program.

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new westminster campus700RoyalAve.

NewWestminster,BCV3M5Z5

coquitlam campus 1250PinetreeWay

Coquitlam,BCV3B7x3

Hopontransit.It’seasierthanyouthink.

Our campuses are in the heart of Metro Vancouver. We’re one block from the New Westminster SkyTrain station and less than one kilometre north of Coquitlam Centre.

If you live in Surrey or North Delta, you can get to the New Westminster Campus in about 15 minutes from King George Station, and in about 10 minutes from Scott Road Station.

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NEw wEStMINStER CAMPUS700 Royal Ave. New Westminster, BC, Canada Tel 604 527 5400 Fax 604 527 5095One block from New Westminster SkyTrain station

COqUItLAM CAMPUS1250 Pinetree Way Coquitlam, BC, Canada Tel 604 527 5400 Fax 604 777 6269One kilometre north of Coquitlam Centre Mall

MAILINg ADDRESS (BOtH CAMPUSES)PO Box 2503New Westminster, BC, Canada, V3L 5B2

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