British Columbia Institute of Technology
Occupational Health and Safety Essentials
The growing need for competent entry-level Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Practitioners requires an understanding of the OHS field, including how health and safety relate to an organization’s overall management system and the knowledge of the legal framework for OHS in BC. This program will provide students with sufficient understanding of OHS in the workplace so that they can competently manage a basic OHS ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Airtightness and Low-TEDI Enclosures of Zero Energy/Emissions and Passive House Buildings
This course covers airtightness and low-TEDI enclosure construction for zero energy/emissions or Passive House buildings. The course will help learners develop their knowledge of airtightness and low thermal demand (low-TEDI) building enclosures with study of wood-frame construction. Students will develop a firm understanding of assembly details, material selection and compatibility, construction approaches, sequencing and coordination, for zero energy/emissions or Passive House buildings. Key ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Supervising Net-Zero and Passive House Construction Microcredential
The "Supervising Net-Zero and Passive House Construction" microcredential are for individuals in the construction industry or those who have recently completed a related construction program and seek to gain the skills, knowledge, and tools unique to supervising construction on Net-Zero, Net-Zero-Ready, or Passive House construction ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Apprentice to CEO - Entrepreneurial Skills for the Trades
Whether you are an apprentice looking to the future, a journeyman who is looking to start their own business, or a trades person looking to become more valuable to their employer, Entrepreneurial Skills for the Trades will provide the skills and insights to help build and maintain a successful trades business. What sets this apart from most "start your own business" courses is its strong emphasis on how to set up an operating system for your trades business. Topics such as invoicing, job ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Essentials of Net-Zero and Passive House Construction Microcredential
The "Essentials Net-Zero and Passive House Construction" microcredential is for individuals who want to gain the skills and knowledge to construct high-performance buildings to meet the BC Energy Step Code, Net-Zero Energy, and Passive House ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
AutoCAD 1
The first step in using computer aided design (CAD) software requires a solid foundation of the user interface, commands and features of the CAD software. This intensive, hands-on course prepares the student with the knowledge and skills necessary for creating a basic 2D working drawing using AutoCAD. Topics include CAD concepts, file management, the viewing, drawing, and editing of drawings as well the placement of text and dimensions onto a drawing layout in preparation for plotting. The ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Sustainable Energy Management Advanced Certificate
The Sustainable Energy Management Advanced Certificate (SEMAC) program is a partnership between BC Hydro, FortisBC, and BCIT, with initial funding support from the Natural Resources Canada - Office of Energy Efficiency. The program is designed to support employment opportunities in the emerging field of sustainable energy management, with a focus on the energy demands of commercial, institutional, industrial, and community facilities. The target audience for this advanced certificate is those ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Mass Timber Construction: Intro to Installation, Building Performance and Construction Management
Module 1 in this course outlines the basic structural components, connections, and structural layouts, as well as site installation for mass timber construction, including safety considerations when handling and lifting mass timber components.
Module 2 focuses on the installation of building enclosures for mass timber construction. The building enclosure is a system of materials, components, and assemblies that physically separate conditioned space (interior) from unconditioned ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Technical Writing
This communication course familiarizes students with the principles of clear, concise writing in a technical environment for specific discourse communities. Students write and edit extensively in this course and are given extensive feedback on their style and ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Visual Communication and Data Presentation
The purpose of this course is to analyze and deploy visual communication techniques to solve communication problems. Parallels are drawn between verbal and visual rhetoric and tone, and students are taught the basics of visual brainstorming, developing and refining visual ideas. Course material includes effectively selecting and implementing colour, typefaces, images, and layout techniques in order to effectively convey complex messages using visual media. ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Writing for the Web
Information is not read the same way online as in print. This course teaches students how to express ideas on the Web, how to anticipate the needs of the reader and how to organize and structure information so that it is quickly grasped and navigable, achieving the purpose for which it was ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Technical Editing
This communication course familiarizes students with the role of professional editors in the contemporary workplace and introduces the principles, symbols and methods of copy-editing and substantive editing. Students will spend a significant percentage of class time practicing their editing skills and fine tuning their understanding of grammar and mechanics. The course will help to prepare students for a typical competency test required by many employers for professional writing positions. ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Mass Timber Construction: Intro to Products, Layouts, Cost Estimation and Digital Project Delivery
The first module in this course gives an overview of the main characteristics and properties of mass timber products, including the advantages and challenges of their use in construction. The concept and advantages of prefabrication are discussed. The second module helps students become familiar with the overall layout of a construction site and the key safety aspects related to work conducted on a mass timber constructions site. In the third module, the basic tools and types of estimates are ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Introduction to Residential Mechanical Systems for Zero Energy/Emissions and Passive House Buildings
This course focuses on an integrated approach to residential HVAC mechanical equipment to meet national and provincial zero energy (BC Energy Step Code) requirements and Passive House standards. The course will help learners understand the best practices from the design to verification of HVAC systems in residential projects. Through case studies and industry experts, learners will recognize the unintended consequences of poorly selected, designed, installed, and verified systems and practices ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Communication For Team-Based Collaboration
This course provides students with experience working and communicating in a team-based collaborative project. Students will apply theoretical concepts of interprofessional collaboration, professional empathy, conflict resolution, intercultural, and interpersonal communication in a team-based project. By collaborating in diverse teams, students will apply theories and communication practices to create a team charter, team progress report, and final report. Finally, students will practice ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Small Business Development
Examines the planning stages involved in starting a new business including market, financial and legal responsibility requirements. Major emphasis is on the initial analysis of business viability prior to the preparation of a business plan. This course will be helpful for anyone wishing to start their own ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Operations Management
Educates the student on the importance of managing operations across all industries by presenting the fundamentals in productivity improvement based on a systematic, scientific problem solving methods. Includes economic feasibility, recording techniques, assembly and analysis of data, critical examination, the development and selection of alternative solutions. Case materials explore applications to manufacturing, warehouse, office, materials management and general ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Basics of Supply Chain Management
Management combines key concepts from the ASCM/APICS Foundations of Supply Chain Management body of knowledge. This course covers the basics; including definitions and problem solving, and a review of these concepts in actions and how these affect the firm's ability to compete in the marketplace. Key concepts are introduced, for planning and controlling the flow of products and services into, through, and out of an organization. Fundamental relationships among the various activities that may ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Professional Sales Skills
This course provides the fundamental skills, tools and processes of professional selling. The focus is on “relationship” and “need-satisfaction” selling in a business-to-business environment. Through experiential exercises, practical applications and discussions students develop, deliver and evaluate a wide range of selling methods and presentations. This course is ideal for people in business who want to enhance their selling skills, people new to a sales role, and ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Introduction to Sustainable Business Practices for Skilled Trades
This program is currently fully funded (tuition-free) by the BC Ministry of Post-Secondary Education, exclusively for Trade Workers who are Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents residing in British Columbia. Its aim is to enhance trade worker knowledge and skills, empowering them to contribute to the advancement of a sustainable trades economy. Please contact tradeup@bcit.ca for more information and to reserve your seat in the course. The Introduction to Sustainable Business Practices for ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Sustainable Event and Trade Show Marketing
Trade shows require a surprising amount of creativity, planning, budget and energy. A planner must consider many steps and moving parts to fully leverage the marketing and resource investment in these events. And most importantly, all need to plan events with a long-term strategy with environmental sustainability top of mind. This course examines how a trade show can be an effective marketing tool for businesses. The course covers how to position a trade show as an active marketing tool within ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Solid Works 1
Covers part modeling, detailing and assembly design. SolidWorks is a feature based parametric solid modeler used for mechanical design and manufacturing. This course covers the basic functions needed to use SolidWorks to create parts, assemblies and production drawings. The expectation is that students have current training/experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) or Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM). Students should also be familiar with technical drawing. ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
Purchasing
This course is key to Supply Chain Management. It covers the purchasing role in implementing best value sources of goods and services as well as developing interlock with key stakeholders and decision makers. The student will learn and apply concepts in category management, strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, structured negotiations, supplier performance management, leadership and change management. The focus of the learning competencies is to increase the purchasing role contribution to ...
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing
3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing: From Concept to Creation, the course offers an in-depth learning experience for individuals interested in learning about the 3D printing process. Throughout the course, students delve into the entire process of additive manufacturing, starting from the initial concept to the final creation.
They gain a solid foundation by understanding the history and definition of 3D printing, while also exploring the differences between 3D printing and ...
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Camosun College
Leadership Micro-Credential
Gifted leaders recognize the need to continually develop their skills - a life-long commitment to self-improvement that is crucial to their success. In this micro-credential, learners will refine and gain new skills while expanding their professional networks and gaining valuable insights from inspiring leaders in the community.
The Leadership micro-credential is designed for all levels of leadership, from developing leaders working towards career advancement to established ...
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Camosun College
Leadership Well-Being and Resilience Skills Micro-Credential
Well-being practices for leaders are essential to ensure you maintain your physical, mental, and emotional health, positively impacting your leadership abilities and the overall success of your organization. The COVID-19 pandemic increased recognition of the mental health implications in the workplace. For leaders, this entails a dual responsibility. Firstly, recognizing and addressing our well-being is essential to ensuring we perform at our best. Secondly, comprehending and offering support ...
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Camosun College
Supply Chain Management Micro-Credential
Decrease long lead times. Increase efficiency.
The Supply Chain Management Micro-Credential offers the largest catalog of foundational supply chain education, providing learners of all levels with enhanced knowledge and new opportunities for career success. Learners will earn a letter of completion upon finishing a course.
With a user-friendly learning platform offering additional online fixed-date video conference sessions led by instructors, along with a self-paced and ...
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Camosun College
Backflow Assembly Full Course and Tester (BCWWA Certification)
Become a BCWWA Certified Backflow Assembly Tester
This course is for plumbers, pipe fitters, sprinkler fitters, and steam fitters and others involved in the installation, maintenance, and testing of backflow prevention devices. Participants will learn the hydraulic principles of backflow and the testing of backflow prevention assemblies. Successful completion provides certification through the BC Water & Waste Association (BCWWA). Test sessions for BCWWA are conducted on the last ...
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Camosun College
Backflow Assembly Refresher Course & Re-Certification (BCWWA Certification)
Get Re-certified as a Backflow Assembly Tester
This course is for those who already hold a BC Water & Waste Association (BCWWA) certificate in Backflow Assembly Tester (Cross Connection Control) and are due for recertification. Students will spend two days reviewing material and updates with an instructor, followed by the BCWWA exam on the last Saturday of the ...
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Camosun College
Backflow Assembly Tester (BCWWA Certification) - Test Day Only
This course is for those who wish to earn or renew their Backflow Assembly Tester certification and do not want to review the material and updates with an instructor. While the Refresher course is recommended, students can also choose to go straight into a "test/exam" session. This test day includes written and practical evaluation only and no instruction or study materials are provided. Please review the prerequisites below before registering for this ...
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Camosun College
Lean Fundamentals Micro-credential
Lean is an organizational philosophy, and an approach to business, that develops people through respect, training and engagement to facilitate problem solving that drives innovation and productivity. Though Lean methodologies are already common in fields such as manufacturing and supply chain management, every field from healthcare to construction can benefit from this ...
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Camosun College
Electrical Endorsement Preparation for Refrigeration Mechanics: FSR Refrigeration B-R
The Class FSR-BR (Field Safety Representative – B – Refrigeration) is a certificate of qualification within the Class B Category of FSR. With this certificate, you may make declarations on behalf of your employer for regulated electrical work only with respect to electrical installations in which the voltage of the installation does not exceed 750 volts and only applies to Refrigeration equipment, Air-Conditioning Units, Heat Pumps and Chillers. This course will prepare you to take the ...
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Camosun College
Ozone Layer Protection Awareness (HRAI Certification)
In this 1-day course, you will learn about environmentally-correct equipment design, proper handling of refrigerants, and be prepared to comply with provincial regulations that cover refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Specific topics covered include: Science of ozone depletion, leak detection methods, system charging procedures, special maintenance provisions, and refrigerant recovery, reuse, recycle and reclamation equipment. Course materials are included in ...
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Camosun College
AutoCAD Graphics Certificate Program
Learn to visualize your work. This program is designed for people working in or entering trades and professions where computer-aided drafting is used, including engineering, architecture, carpentry, surveying, facility planning, pattern drafting and interior ...
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Camosun College
Applied Project Management Certificate Program
Manage projects successfully from initiating to planning, executing, controlling, and closing processes. Learn to employ standardized practices to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of an applied project.
The Program
This program allows you to choose your own project to work on rather than using a case study or team project. This allows you to create a project that focuses on what is relevant for your own field or industry. You also complete individual assignments, ensuring ...
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Camosun College
Clean Energy (PV) Specializations
a. This course examines the fundamental principles of the application, sales and economics, design, installation, operation and maintenance of photovoltaic (PV) systems and is based on the information required for the NABCEP PV Associate credential.
b. This course provides students with hand-on skills for the installation of PV systems. Practice will include sloped and flat roof installations. Students will implement safety plans and installation plans.
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Coast Mountain College
Conflict Resolution
In the Conflict Resolution course you will learn crucial conflict management skills, including dealing with anger and using the Agreement Frame. Dealing with conflict is important for every organization no matter what the size. If it is left unchecked or not resolved it can lead to lost production, absences, attrition, and even law suits.
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Coast Mountain College
Budget & Financial Reports
The Budgets And Financial Reports course will give you a solid foundation in finance. We'll cover topics like commonly used terms, financial statements, budgets, forecasting, purchasing decisions, and financial ...
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Langara College
Advanced Project Management
With a specific focus on developing practical project management skills, the Project Management program at Langara College offers the opportunity to apply proven methods to projects within each participant’s field of experience. The program is also designed for experienced project managers to improve their practical skills and prepare for the CAPM® certification ...
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Langara College
Computer Skills for the Office
Whether you work in the public, private, volunteer sector or just want new skills - our Computer Skills for the Office program provides a series of hands-on courses leading to mastery of all the popular office applications. You'll create attractive and professional looking documents, riveting presentations, and powerful ...
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Langara College
Advanced Management Skills
Are you currently a supervisor or wanting to become one? Enhance your communication skills along with your ability to lead and motivate employees. Explore ways to deal more effectively with difficult people and situations. Through this weekend seminar program's combination of discussion, group work, case studies, and role plays you will develop the practical skills needed to realize your full potential as a manager, supervisor or front-line ...
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Langara College
Builder Licence
The program curriculum provides a strong practical foundation in construction management to allow graduates to be licensed to work in the construction and development field or establish their own construction business to build residences.
The courses include the seven core competencies required by BC Housing to obtain a builder ...
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Langara College
Small Business Management and Ownership
Looking to start your own small business or expand an existing one? This program offers practical courses that help students advance their goals quickly, from developing and testing business ideas to improving operations and learning how to analyze financial statements. Instructors use real-world business examples and students’ own businesses (whether already in operation or at the idea stage) to help develop the knowledge and skills needed to get on with business. The result? Time spent ...
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Langara College
General Business Management - General Management Stream
The Short Certificate in General Business provides current and future managers with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their work roles. Enhance your communication and financial skills, learn the basics of human resources management, and discover how to improve planning, administration, business process, and leadership in your ...
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Langara College
General Business Management - Financial Management Stream
The Short Certificate in General Business provides current and future managers with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their work roles. Enhance your communication and financial skills, learn the basics of human resources management, and discover how to improve planning, administration, business process, and leadership in your organization.
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North Island College
Drone to Map GIS
Introductory GIS course that covers fundamental GIS skills from an operational drone mapping perspective. Includes drone types, data collection and data ...
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Northern Lights College
CAPM Certification Preparation
This workshop is designed to assist project managers in their studying and preparation for the Associate in Project Management (CAPM) Certification Exam from the Project Management Institute (PMI). Participants learn exactly what to anticipate during the CAPM Certification Exam as well as strategies on answering questions that can help them achieve a higher score. We cover all evaluated subject areas and provide example questions and answers to familiarize participants with the scoring methods ...
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Northern Lights College
Management Skills for Supervisors
This course focuses on developing skills to give and receive feedback as a manager. It introduces the principles of coaching which help support the development of team members and in turn drive successful achievement of goals. These principles will connect to productive and respectful conflict resolution skills. The tools and techniques introduced in this course will have you ready to hit the ground running and implement them into your daily work as a manager. ...
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Northern Lights College
Emerging Leader Foundation
The Emerging Leadership micro-credential is a comprehensive series of courses. These tools support the development of the leadership skills of frontline supervisors. Students will be provided with the skills to resolve workplace problems and communicate effectively, contributing to company profitability and success. Students will walk away with the knowledge and become leaders who respect the perspectives of individuals from different backgrounds and are competent leading diverse teams. The ...
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Okanagan College
Boiler Basic Safety Awareness
This eight-hour course consists of classroom theory and practical hands-on experience to prepare an individual to write the Boiler Basic Safety Awareness Certificate exam administered by Technical Safety BC. This course is designed to provide basic knowledge of safe operation of heating plants and emergency procedures to be followed by non-licensed personnel. There are no course prerequisites and anyone is welcome to ...
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Okanagan College
Tractor Maintenance
This 16-hour course offers participants a comprehensive understanding of key aspects of diesel tractor maintenance. Focusing on tractors with less than 100 horsepower, participants will learn about tractor safety, component identification, basic electrical and hydraulic systems, and diesel engine fundamentals. While primarily designed for employees within the tree fruit or wine grape industries, the course content holds relevance for anyone involved in tractor ...
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Okanagan College
Foreperson Foundational Skills - Electrical
This is a 1-day course designed to improve the effectiveness of red seal certified electricians and prepare them for foreperson positions. Topic explored include: Experience, responsibilities & project ...
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Royal Roads University
Graduate Certificate in Leadership
The Graduate Certificate in Leadership is a three-month, 9-credit program that offers you a foundation in leadership theory that you can apply directly to your current or future work.
Learn how to lead from your personal strengths, work better with groups and make decisions guided by your values. And understand the interconnections between organizations and communities, so you can lead effectively wherever you are.
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Royal Roads University
Graduate Certificate in Change Management
The Graduate Certificate in Change Management helps you develop successful change management initiatives. You'll gain understanding of the processes and methods that help you plan towards strategic goals. And you'll gain skills, strategies and expertise to help you carry out those plans. You'll look at change from a whole systems perspective, to develop a holistic approach to organizational change. You'll explore the ideas of influence and how they affect organizational culture. You'll also ...
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Royal Roads University
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Coaching Practices
The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Coaching Practices helps you stay up to date, and take your coaching to the next level. This six-month program focuses on honing your skills in coaching individuals, groups and teams. You'll also learn about coaching across cultures, so you can become truly global in your practice. And you'll examine advanced coaching psychology and practices, to create an organizational culture of coaching and ...
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Royal Roads University
Graduate Certificate in Corporate Social Innovation
You want to make your organization, and the world, a better place. You see social innovation as a way to help solve difficult problems, and you want to become a change maker's someone who finds the solutions. You're looking for the knowledge, skills, strategies and expertise to make that positive social change a reality. The Graduate Certificate in Corporate Social Innovation helps professionals like you, who are working in or consulting with organizations in all sectors. You'll gain ...
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Royal Roads University
Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design
Learning powers every industry. If you're interested in helping people learn, the Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design program prepares you to be an architect of learning.
You'll examine how to make learning experiences, in the workplace and classroom, interesting, productive and useful.
You'll study how people learn and explore how technology can facilitate learning.
You'll see how project management intersects with instructional design and ...
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Royal Roads University
Graduate Certificate in Management and Leadership
As a current or future business leader, you're well aware that leadership is more than just a title. You're inspired to embrace your own potential, and want to bring your creative, future-oriented focus to your leadership. You know that by developing your vision, courage and personal stamina, you can lead change in your organization and your life. The six-month interdisciplinary Graduate Certificate in Management and Leadership program gives you a jump start in critical leadership skills. Hone ...
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Royal Roads University
Supervisory Skills Micro-Credential
In this micro-credential, you will gain the essential skills needed to lead people effectively in mid-level supervisory, administrative, and service-oriented positions. You will develop leadership abilities, enhance conflict management and communication skills, and build confidence to compete successfully in the job ...
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Royal Roads University
Professional Practice in Conflict and Change Management
Develops core skills for professionals working in conflict and change management contexts: reflective practice, use of self, skills, process, and context of application. Examines design and implementation of sustainable and integrative changes at organizational and community levels, as well as in complex multi-stakeholder environments. Builds professional competencies for dealing with resistance and generating buy-in and ownership in change processes. (Blended course with a one week residency.) ...
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Royal Roads University
Foundation: Understanding Conflict, Change and Systems in Organizational Contexts
Provides a holistic and interdisciplinary approach to understanding conflict analysis and management as a field of study and practice. Focuses on engaging with conflict, change, and systems specifically related to organizational ...
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Royal Roads University
Project Management for Instructional Designers
Explores project management techniques and frameworks in the context of instructional systems design (ISD). Examines the intersections of project management, instructional systems design (ISD), and instructional design (ID). Builds an understanding of the application of project management to address learning needs in a variety of contexts. Exposes students to the importance of teamwork in the application of project management and instructional systems design ...
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Royal Roads University
Climate Adaption Fundamentals Micro-Credential
In this micro-credential, you will explore the pressing challenges and impacts of climate change and develop the skills necessary to take meaningful climate action. You will look at ways climate change affects us, learn to reduce its impacts, and enhance individual and collective ...
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Royal Roads University
International Business Strategy
Students will become comfortable and confident in developing and implementing strategic plans for international businesses. Processes, theories, and frameworks from international thought leaders coupled with deliberately curated research will form a solid foundational understanding of an organization’s internal business environment as a basis for strategic ...
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Royal Roads University
Customer Service Excellence Micro-credential
From understanding the customer journey to mastering communication skills, handling challenging situations, and fostering a customer-centric culture, this micro-credential covers it all. By the end, you'll be equipped to not only meet but exceed customer expectations, driving loyalty, repeat business, and positive ...
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Royal Roads University
Leading Digital Transformation Micro-credential
From Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to the Internet of Things, Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Cybersecurity Challenges, and e-commerce, our program dives deep into the transformative technologies driving innovation. Discover how these advancements are revolutionizing the way we approach and solve business problems. In this fast-paced digital era, managers and leaders need adaptable skills to navigate uncertainty and lead teams toward success. Our ...
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Royal Roads University
Business Administration Essentials Microcredential
In this micro-credential, you will gain the skills, confidence, and knowledge required to excel in administrative and service-oriented positions. This program is designed to meet labour market needs, helping you transition from training to employment, and providing you with relevant and transferable skills for the workplace. You will enhance your leadership abilities, communication skills, and conflict management techniques, making you a competitive candidate in today's job ...
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Royal Roads University
Truth and Reconciliation at Work Micro-credential
Engage in a comprehensive exploration of truth, reconciliation, and Indigenous perspectives with a lens on improving cultural competency in the workplace. Gain practical skills and strategies to interweave decolonized practices and reconciliation, equity, and cultural competency within your organization. Examine concepts and content related to Indigeneity and non-Indigenous histories in this land we call Canada. Challenge colonial legacies and promote inclusive, decolonized workplace ...
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Royal Roads University
2SLGBTQI+ global issues and community engagement
Introduces students to history and current issues affecting 2SLGBTQI+ individuals and their communities with particular attention to seniors, youth, cultural and linguistic minority groups. Includes discussion of issues affecting lesbian, gay, bisexual, agender, transgender, non-binary, queer and Two-Spirit individuals and communities. Examines ways of creating welcoming and inclusive organizations, public services, and communities and approaches 2SLGBTQI+ issues from human rights and cultural ...
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Royal Roads University
Organizational Design, Communication and Knowledge Management
Organizational leaders must consider the impact of their design choices not only on business performance, but also on employees, customers, and the communities and societies in which they operate. This course discusses the systematic approach to configuring and aligning structure with strategy and includes an examination of the links between communications, processes, knowledge, metrics, leadership and people practices, with culture and strategic direction in organizations. Using case studies, ...
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Royal Roads University
Professional Certificate in Effective People Management
Apply effective leadership techniques to manage your team. Conduct difficult conversations with confidence. Utilize a range of management tools to enhance team performance. Customize your learning experience through elective courses. Lead with increased efficiency and ...
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Royal Roads University
Workplace Communication Skills Micro-credential
In this micro-credential, you will gain essential tools for effective verbal and written communication, enabling you to communicate with clarity and impact. This micro-credential focuses on managing conflict, navigating difficult conversations, and developing mindful listening ...
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Selkirk College
Financial Accounting I
COMM 240 Financial Accounting I is an introductory course in accounting from the basic accounting equation to the preparation of the income statement, statement of owner's equity and balance sheet. This course covers merchandise operations, valuation and control of cash, temporary investments and receivables, inventories and cost of goods sold, principles of internal control and capital assets. Includes important accounting principles and concepts as well as the classification of accounts. The ...
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Selkirk College
BC Electrical Code
This course covers FSR for Classes A, B and ...
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Selkirk College
Applied Leadership Citation
Developed in consultation with many of the largest employers in the West Kootenay/Boundary Region, this modular program will provide individuals with leadership skills and knowledge they can immediately employ in the workplace. ...
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Selkirk College
Bookkeeping I
OTEC 170 Bookkeeping I provides students with an introduction to manual accounting. Emphasis is placed on fundamental accounting principles and their application in day-to-day business situations. This course is based on a service business organized as a sole proprietorship. Students cover basic bookkeeping skills including double-entry general journal entries, posting to the general ledger, preparing a trial balance, recording adjustments in a ten-column worksheet, producing period-end ...
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Selkirk College
BC Low Energy Code (BC Electrical Code - Class C-R-Low Energy Systems)
The Class C-R - Low Energy field safety representative (FSR) certificate of qualification is a restricted class within the Class C category. With this certificate, all wiring and equipment installed must be restricted to limited power supply circuits in accordance with the requirements for Class 2 circuits - a maximum 100 volt amperes. You may also perform work on a dedicated branch circuit from an existing panel board or extension of an existing branch circuit wiring, rated at 15 ampere, 120 ...
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Thompson Rivers University
FSR Preparation Courses - Application of Electrical Codes and Standards - Class A/B/C (In-Person)
Designed for qualified electricians who may want to write the Technical Safety, BC provincial exam to attain their Field Site Representative status / Contractors License (A, B, C ...
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Thompson Rivers University
Construction Industry Ethics
The Construction Industry Ethics course has been designed to help you understand ethics as it relates to the construction industry through practical examples of ethical decision-making. Perfect for owners/clients, contractors, supervisors, project managers, etc. who must deal effectively and professionally with employees, sub-trades, owners, clients, engineers, employers, and the public. The course contains interactive elements, case studies, practical examples, videos, and a course glossary. ...
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Thompson Rivers University
How to Be a Better Foreperson
Many great tradespeople take a foreperson position and fail. Not for lack of skills or drive but simply for lack of guidance on how to be a great foreman. This 1-day course gives participants the fundamentals of field leadership, organization, crew morale, efficiency, and productivity. Students will gain knowledge on understanding why and how many forepersons fail, how the forepersons role has changed, dealing with workplace conflict tactfully, learning how to anticipate production and job site ...
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Thompson Rivers University
Renewable Energy Fundamentals for Electricians
This blended program will consist of 30 weeks of self-paced, self-directed online course curriculum and one week of on-site practical training providing students with the knowledge and skills needed to install and maintain Renewable Energy (RE) power generation systems and equipment. This program will cover industrial, commercial, institutional, power generation, and residential settings in compliance with appropriate codes, standards, and industry best ...
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Thompson Rivers University
Continuing Education Requirement for Renewal - Class A/B/C
The Electrical Safety Regulation (section 10.1) requires you to satisfy continuing education requirements before renewing your FSR certificate of qualification. There are different continuing education requirements depending on your certificate class. This online delivery qualifies as your eight (hrs) of continuing education required by Technical Safety ...
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Thompson Rivers University
FSR Preparation Courses - Application of Electrical Codes and Standards - Class C-R - Low Energy
The Class C-R - Low Energy field safety representative (FSR) certificate of qualification is a restricted class within the Class C category. With this certificate, all wiring and equipment installed must be restricted to limited power supply circuits in accordance with the requirements for Class 2 circuits - a maximum of 100 volt-amperes. You may also perform work on a dedicated branch circuit from an existing panel board or extension of an existing branch circuit wiring, rated at 15 amperes, ...
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Thompson Rivers University
FSR Preparation Courses - Application of Electrical Codes and Standards - Class B-R - Refrigeration
The Class B-R: Refrigeration field safety representative (FSR) certificate of qualification is a restricted class within the Class B category. With this certificate, you may make declarations on behalf of your employer for regulated electrical work only with respect to electrical installations in which the voltage of the completed installation does not exceed 750 volts. This applies to the following installations: circuits for refrigeration equipment, air-conditioning units, heat pumps, and ...
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Programmable Logic Controllers Level 1
With the growing demand for automation processes, the need for knowledgeable and experienced programmable logic controller professionals is more apparent than ever. PLCs are used in many industries to monitor and control production processes and building systems. This 30-hour course introduces electricians, as well as those who are familiar with conventional motor control theory, to the basic operating principles and various field applications of Programmable Logic Controllers. The course will ...
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Construction Law
This course is designed to teach and familiarize owners, managers, supervisors, and project managers with construction contracts and contract law; liabilities and responsibilities of all parties to a Contract, compiling and submitting proper extras and claims, and ways and means for leaders to avoid conflict with contracts, owners, trades, and labor. Gold Seal Certification (2 ...
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Working in a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace
The Canadian construction and maintenance industry is committed to building respectful and inclusive workplaces. Our goal is to enhance your toolkit of career skills and equip you to be successful and participate in creating a respectful and inclusive workplace. Working in a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace looks at how a respectful and inclusive workplace can benefit everyone by eliminating discrimination and harassment, and how everyone can create respect through inclusive ...
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First Level Supervisor Training Program
Strong supervision skills are key to any construction project. This comprehensive online training program offers the critical skills and concepts needed to supervise a work team in the residential and non-residential construction sectors. The course uses scenarios, videos, quizzes, and tests to reinforce the learning. Gold Seal Certification (5 ...
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Management Skills - Team Building Skills
This 24-hour online course will provide participants with practical techniques to motivate others, identify their preferred leadership style, provide opportunities to apply new techniques and help develop increased flexibility in leadership. Students will gain useful techniques for leading and participating in meetings, with an emphasis on leadership motivation and team ...
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Management Skills for Supervisors - Administrative Skills
Students will learn practical techniques to manage their jobs, delegate effectively, and outline a comprehensive and flexible system of performance analysis and appraisal. Students will Identify time-wasters and will provide ideas on how to eliminate them. Change management will also be explored and its ...
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Introduction to Construction Estimating
To ensure project success, contractors must be able to provide accurate and professional estimates of costing and materials. The Introduction to Construction Estimating course will provide learners with skills and knowledge related to estimating practices and help them understand the importance of estimating as one of the key first steps in any construction job. The lesson modules cover a wide range of topics, with interactive activities based on real-life field situations to help reinforce the ...
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Management Skills for Supervisors - Interpersonal Skills
This workshop will help students sharpen decision-making skills, improve and enhance their relationships with others, and develop effective and persuasive communications. Students will hone their interviewing techniques, gain skills in handling job-related problems, and strengthen their communication skills to handle conflict ...
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Communications, Negotiation, and Conflict Resolution
This course is designed to help improve written, oral, and negotiating skills within the construction industry. Supervisors, project managers, and anyone who must deal effectively and professionally with employees, sub-trades, owners, clients, engineers, and employers. Gold Seal Certification (2 ...
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Programmable Logic Controllers Level 2
This course is designed to take the student beyond the basic level of PLC programming and installation. It will expand on the PLC architecture, analog I/O as well as PLC to PLC communication via Ethernet. More advanced instructions are incorporated into laboratory experiments. These include math, program control, and data manipulation as well as others. An introduction to Human Machine Interfacing (HMI) to the PLC will be given. The student will be completing a number of labs involving the ...
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Thompson Rivers University
Introduction to Electrical Quality Management Systems
This two-day training is designed to provide participants with a practical understanding of the general principles and framework of electrical quality management systems, the purpose and requirements of codes and standards, and their application for the delivery of a quality product or service. This course is Gold Seal ...
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FSR Preparation Courses - Application of Electrical Codes and Standards - Class B-R Full Entertainment
The Class B-R: Full Entertainment Field Safety Representative (FSR) certificate of qualification is a restricted class within the Class B category. With this certificate, you may perform temporary installation, maintenance, operation, and testing of feeders, branch circuits, and electrical equipment. These are typically used for the production of trade shows, exhibits, displays, festivals, conventions, stage, theatre, carnivals, traveling shows, movie or television locations, and film or ...
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University of Victoria
Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
The BIDA program focuses on the technical foundations and specialized skills needed to analyze patterns and trends in different data types, and to make informed decisions. You'll learn to identify and evaluate data sources, as you assist in building innovative business strategies. The program is designed to provide you with valuable and sought-after skills in data analysis that will help you to identify opportunities and prepare you to become a specialist in this growing field, no matter the ...
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University of Victoria
Marketing Communication
This program is designed to take you through the fundamentals of marketing.You will be guided through key marketing theories, concepts and principles, as well as their application in making sound marketing management decisions in a variety of industries. Learn about web-based business models, social media technologies and strategies, diital marketing trends and where a business should focus its digital marketing ...
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University of Victoria
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The Micro-certificate in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion provides you with a robust knowledge base and essential skills to create inclusing and thriving workplaces for all. This program deepens learners' self-awareness, critical thinking and empathy through exploring crucial topics such as social location, intercultural communication, accessibility, reconciliation, and the influence of power dynamics and ...
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University of Victoria
Essential Soft Skills Training
Essential Soft Skills Training provides learners with foundational soft skills such as communication, creativity, productive conflict resolution, self-awareness, social intelligence, problem solving, process management and more. In light of how digital work environments affect these skills, this micro-credential will prepare learners to be more effective in working collaboratively and constructively with colleagues, thus increasing their competitive advantage in the ...
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Business Communication
The Micro-certificate in Business Communication is designed to sharpen communication skills by providing easily applied strategies for continued growth and improved productivity. The program's practical approach focuses on developing the specific skills required to communicate effectively in the workplace and the self-confidence to successfully apply those skills. You'll gain an understanding of the interpersonal communication skills necessary to build constructive relationships in a diverse ...
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University of Victoria
Business Finance
This Micro-certificate will give you the skills and knowledge to excel in the dynamic world of finance. You will gain a deeper understanding of financial analysis and basic financial management theory. You will develop the ability to prepare and analyze journal entries, financial statements, balance sheets and ...
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University of Victoria
Mapping with Drones
This micro-credential will equip you with the foundational skills, methods and best practices required to use emerging drone and GIS-technology for low-level aerial land survey, data collection and digital ...
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University of the Fraser Valley
FSR Electrical Code
Thoroughly review the main sections of the 2021 Canadian Electrical Code, with an emphasis on B.C. amendments and bulletins of the Safety Standards Act, and the Safety Standards General ...
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Vancouver Island University
Basic Elements of Bookkeeping
Thinking about a career in bookkeeping? With this program, you’ll gain the skills to succeed as a bookkeeper. You will develop a solid foundation in bookkeeping theory and learn to work with popular software like Quickbooks and Sage. ...
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Vancouver Island University
Instructor Education
The VIU Faculty of Trades and Applied Technology is offering instructor education. Completed Instructor Education courses are transferable credits toward the Provincial Instructor Diploma Program ...
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