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ACADEMIC DUAL CREDIT COURSES

School District #22 has partnered with post-secondary institutions to offer grade 12 students the opportunity to earn university-transfer credits and secondary school graduation credits at the same time. The Academic Dual Credit course will be a 9th course for senior students in their schedules. These courses will be available to high school students in the late afternoon/evenings or online and are transferable to universities and colleges.

The courses are sponsored by School District #22 and should be part of the Transition Plan towards the student’s planned occupation/career. The school district will sponsor the course tuition fee on behalf of the students, however, students will be responsible for textbooks/resources and all other ancillary fees, as required by the post-secondary institution.

Program Information

Offerings (please note these are subject to change):

Okanagan College Vernon Campus (classes run in-person afternoon/evenings):

• ANTHROPOLOGY 121: INTRODUCTION TO CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY
• INDIGENOUS STUDIES 100: INTRODUCTION TO INDIGENOUS STUDIES
• ECONOMICS 115: PRINCIPLES OF MICRO-ECONOMICS – THE STUDY OF DECISIONS
• BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 116: MARKETING
• BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 128: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1
• CRIM 111: INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY
• CRIM 121: INTRODUCTION TO THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM
• CREATIVE WRITING 116: INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING I
• CREATIVE WRITING 126: INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE WRITING II
• POLITICAL SCIENCE 101: INTRODUCTION TO POLITICS
• POLITICAL SCIENCE 111: THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA
• POLITICAL SCIENCE 112: UNDERSTANDING INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• POLITICAL SCIENCE 114: ENGAGING IN INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• (Class runs online and is a Pre-Requisite for the Practical Nursing Course) - PNUR 113: PRACTICAL NURSING ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

Okanagan College Kelowna Campus (class runs in-person Tues and Thurs 4-6pm):

• WET 125 - WATER ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY, OPERATION, PLANNING & MAINTENANCE

Thompson Rivers University (classes run online and are self-paced):

• HLTH 1981: MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
• HLTH 1141: INTRODUCTION TO ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY
• VTEC 1001: VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY TERMINOLOGY
• VTEC 1011: VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY MATHEMATICS

Useful Links:

BC Transfer Guide

OC Class Search

TRU Dual Credit Courses

Application Packages

Program Application - Okanagan College

Program Application - Thompson Rivers University 

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

CERTIFICATE DUAL CREDIT PROGRAMS

Dual Credit Certificate students are enrolled in post-secondary programs during high school and receive both high school and post-secondary credits. Students attend a post-secondary institution (times and dates depend on program).

Planning starts ideally at least a year in advance for these programs. It is best to start planning in Grade 10 or at the beginning of Grade 11, to ensure that prerequisites are arranged, because of competitive and limited seat availability.

School District #22 will sponsor the (1st year) tuition. You will be expected to pay all ancillary fees, as well as, any costs for student materials and textbooks.  Please check with your Career Coordinator regarding program costs as some expenses may be covered by SD22.

Program Information

Offerings (please note these are subject to change):

Okanagan College:

• Administrative Assistant Certificate      
• Bookkeeping/Accounting Certificate                   
• Dental Office Administrative Assistant Certificate
• Early Childhood Education Diploma

BC Ministry of Children and Family Development Link – ECE

• Education Assistant Certificate
• Health Care Assistant Certificate
• Indigenous Community Support Worker Certificate
• Medical Device Reprocessing Technician Certificate
• Medical Office Assistant Certificate
• Nursing Unit Assistant Certificate
• Office Assistant Certificate
• Pharmacy Technician
• Virtual Office Assistant Certificate

Thompson Rivers University:

• Information Technology Certificate

Application Packages

Program Application - Okanagan College

Program Application - Thompson Rivers University

Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

Indigenous Early Childhood Education Assistant

The IECE Assistant micro-credential is designed to support students in gaining employment while completing the academic requirements for the Indigenous Early Childhood Education Certificate at NVIT. By combining the three foundational courses, students are better equipped for entry-level roles in early childhood education and are well-positioned to continue their academic journey.

Rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing and being, the IECE program prepares students to provide culturally grounded care and education for young children. It centers traditional and local child development practices, empowering Early Childhood Educators to serve the communities in which they live.

Throughout the certificate program, students explore the interconnected roles of children, families, and educators. Emphasis is placed on fostering belonging, learning, and sharing to strengthen cultural identity. The program also equips educators with strategies to support healthy social-emotional development in young children through respectful guidance and care.

Program Information

Offerings (please note these are subject to change):

• Program runs October to January

Child Health and Wellness (IECE 101)

Thursdays -- 3:30pm to 8:00pm

Saturdays -- 9:00am to 6:00pm

Course Information: This course focuses on holistic health and wellness principles to support child development, family, and personal wellness. The overall goal is that students will be introduced to concepts of preventative health, nutrition, and safety, particularly in a local indigenous context. IECE 101 will ensure students are aware of the current health regulations, policies, and the realities within indigenous communities. As part of IECE 101, students may also participate in industry certifications like first aid and food safe.

Guiding Through Gifts in Indigenous Early Years (IECE 134)

Thursdays -- 3:30pm to 8:00pm

Saturdays -- 9:00am to 6:00pm

Course Information: In IECE 134 students will be introduced to the principles of guiding and caring for children through an Indigenous perspective of the child as a gift. The focus will be on the child at the center of a community model of care. The course will highlight developing methods of guiding and caring for children in ways that honor culture, identity, and support healthy child development, while promoting positive behavior and the development of social-emotional skills. This course will be built on local community practices of child rearing and will honor and include key indigenous principles of child development.

Stories, Ideas, and Pathways of Child Development (IECE 103)

Thursdays -- 3:30pm to 8:00pm

Saturdays -- 9:00am to 6:00pm

Course Information: This course examines perspectives on growth and development of children from pre-conception to 3 years of age. The image of the child in society, and the influence of family and culture on children's growth, are addressed inclusive of Indigenous ways of knowing and being.

Application Package

• Program Application - NVIT

Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

Micro-Credentials

Micro-credentials are short, focused learning programs that help you build specific skills for work or further education. As a dual credit high school student, earning a micro-credential means you can explore career paths, gain hands-on experience, and even boost your resume before graduation. They’re a great way to get a head start on college or a future job!

Program Information

Offerings (please note these are subject to change):

Okanagan College:

Spa Information

• ESTHETICS & SPA THERAPY

Pursue excellence in the rapidly growing field of esthetics and spa therapy. Learners will engage in in-depth, theoretical, and hands-on training. Topics will include skin care and facials, makeup foundations, therapeutic spa treatments, eco-friendly practices, and much more.

Okanagan College - Esthetics & Spa Therapy Micro-Credential

• NAIL TECHNICIAN

Prepare for a rewarding career in the nail technology industry. This program will offer thorough training in all things nails, including growth, structure, and care; manicure and pedicure services; artistry; enhancements; and sustainability practices. 

Okanagan College - Nail Technician Micro-Credential

Technology Information

• IT USER SUPPORT

Prepare to service computers and support users of infrastructure and computing technology. Learners cover theory and get hands-on experience with hardware and software installation and configuration, basic networking, operating systems, and held desk techniques while developing practical troubleshooting approaches.

IT User Support Micro-Credential Information Session Recording December 7, 2022

Okanagan College – IT User Support Micro-Credential

• VIDEO GAME PROTOTYPING

Embark on a journey into the realm of video game design. Discover the art and science behind creating captivating gaming experiences from scratch. Dive deep into the process of bringing ideas to life, testing gameplay mechanics, and crafting immersive narratives.

Okanagan College - Video Game Prototyping Micro-Credential

• GRAPHIC DESIGN ESSENTIALS

Immerse yourself in a blend of theory and hands-on practice as you explore graphic design principles, digital asset creation, and layout optimization for web and print. From organizing deliverables to crafting compelling designs, you'll build a portfolio that showcases your skills and vision. 

Okanagan College - Graphic Design Essentials Micro-Credential

Application Package

Application Package - Okanagan College

Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information

TRAIN IN TRADES DUAL CREDIT PROGRAMS

Dual Credit students are enrolled in post-secondary programs during high school and receive both high school and post-secondary credits. Students attend a post-secondary institution (times and dates depend on program).

Planning starts ideally at least a year in advance for these programs. It is best to start planning in Grade 10 or at the beginning of Grade 11, to ensure that prerequisites are arranged, because of competitive and limited seat availability.

School District #22 will sponsor the (1st year) tuition. You will be expected to pay all ancillary fees, as well as, any costs for student materials and textbooks.  Please check with your Career Coordinator regarding program costs as some expenses may be covered by SD22.

Program Information

Offerings (please note these are subject to change):

Okanagan College

Okanagan College Trades Information

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical
• Automotive Service Technician Foundation
• Automotive Collision and Refinishing (Entry Level)
• Carpenter/Joiner Foundation
• Carpentry Foundation
• Culinary Arts Certificate / Professional Cook
• Electrical - Pre-Apprentice
• Heavy Mechanical Foundation
• Pastry Arts Certificate
• Plumbing and Piping Trades
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
• Welder Foundation

Thompson Rivers University

TRU Trades Information Sheet

• Automotive Service Technician Foundation
• Carpentry Foundation
• Culinary Arts Certificate / Professional Cook
• Electrical - Pre-Apprentice
• Heavy Mechanical Foundation
• Horticulture
• Instrumentation & Control Technician
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
• Meatcutter (Retail)
• Plumbing and Piping Trades
• Power Engineering
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
• Welder Foundation

TRU – School of Trades and Technology

Work Safety Resources

The above WorkSafe BC website is the place to start if you’re a high school student in a career education class or apprenticeship program, or if you just want to know more about workplace health and safety.

Application Packages

Program Application - Okanagan College

Program Application - Thompson Rivers University

Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

 Program Information

Program Information

School District 83 and Pleasant Valley Secondary School are offering Hairstyling (Cosmetology) Program in partnership with the Skilled Trades BC.

 Application Package

Program Application

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

Work in Trades

Youth Work in Trades program, jointly supported by the Ministry of Education and Child Care and SkilledTradesBC, allows students to begin apprenticeship training as part of their secondary school education.

This program combines paid work-based training and a provincial curriculum that focuses on connecting, applying, reflecting on, and refining workplace skills and safety, work ethic, and job readiness.

Students enrolled in Youth Work in Trades earn up to 16 credits towards their high school diploma. They are also registered with the SkilledTradesBC as an apprentice (employer sponsored) and accumulate 480 workbased training hours required for provincially and nationally recognized industry trades credentials.

This is a wonderful opportunity to get a head start on a trade while completing secondary school graduation.

Program Information

Students formally register with the Skilled Trades BC and in addition to earning 16 Graduation credits, may also qualify for a $1,000.00 Youth Work in Trades Scholarship (Youth Work in Trades Scholarship Info). 

Work Safety Resources

The above WorkSafe BC website is the place to start if you’re a high school student in a career education class or apprenticeship program, or if you just want to know more about workplace health and safety.

 Application Package

Work in Trades Application Package

 Contact

Tim Thorpe

Phone: (250)549-6921

Email: tthorpe@sd22.bc.ca 

Health Sampler

This sampler program will provide students an opportunity to explore a variety of high demand health care careers, sample job tasks and identify educational requirements for entry into the healthcare profession. Explore industries from health office administration, dental health, pharmacy, nursing, social work and counselling, and allied health. 

Program Information

Program Information

• Program runs during Semester Two

Application Package

Program Application

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

Engineering Sampler

The Engineering Sampler program introduces students to the multifaceted world of engineering. Students will explore four key engineering fields and learn fundamental principles and gain an understanding of the design process. This program combines theoretical learning with hands on activities, providing students with insight into the profession and the educational pathways available to them. Students will also analyze problem solving strategies and be introduced to key systems and applications within the engineering sector. Whether you're passionate about building structures, creating machines, managing water resources, or exploring electronics, this course offers a dynamic and engaging entry point into the engineering field.

Program Information

Program Information

• Program runs during Semester Two

 Application Package

Program Application 

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

Spa Sampler

Information coming soon.

Program will run Fall 2026.

Applications open!

Program Information

Program Information

• Program runs during Semester One

Application Package

Program Application

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

Technology Sampler

The Technology Sampler Program introduces learners to the world of information technology and computer science. With conceptual learning and hands-on activities, learners will explore and gain foundational skills in two key areas — IT Essentials and Introduction to Coding.

 Program Information

Program Information Video

• Programs runs during Semester One

 Application Package

Program Application 

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

Trade Sampler

The trades sampler program is ideal for students wishing to learn practical skills, gain general employment certifications, and explore trades careers. This program is a unique opportunity to explore a variety of trades—including Automotive, Carpentry, Electrical, Heavy Mechanical, Plumbing and Piping, and Sheet Metal —and to acquire basic skills that will prove fundamental if you decide to become a tradesperson.

 Program Information

Program Information

• Program runs during Semester One and Semester Two

 Application Package

Program Application 

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

Work Experience

This program gives students the opportunity to participate in, observe, and learn about the tasks and responsibilities related to an occupation or career.

Students will need 110-120 hours to complete Work Experience.

Work Experience (WEX 12A/WEX 12B) can count as credits for up to two full courses.

Please note students can only count hours after they have met with their Career Coordinator and completed the required paperwork.

Businesses must have an valid WorkSafe BC Account that is active and in good standing.

 Work Safety Resources

Webpage

The above WorkSafe BC website is the place to start if you’re a high school student in a career education class or apprenticeship program, or if you just want to know more about workplace health and safety.

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

Forestry Trades

Think of the Forestry Trades program as career life development. Who are you? What are your values, skills, strengths, and areas of development? Exploring possible career paths? What types of work interests you? What types of work fits your values and skill set? This program helps students to be flexible and capable when adapting successfully in today’s rapidly changing field of careers.

This program is held out of Charles Bloom Secondary school. Three days a week, students are outside at Woodlot 1908 experiencing and learning about important skills and characteristics sought by many employers in industries from; forestry, mining, construction, oil and gas, and road building. Students learn about critical team skills, safety, work ethic, initiative, reliability, problem-solving, respect, confidence, and character building. These valuable skills focus on future employment no matter what field.

To partner with the unique skills that students learn in the Forestry Trades Program, students participate in the following training opportunities: Level 1 Occupational First Aid, safety training in shop & logging practices, WorkSafe BC presentation, optional ENFORM Level 1 Chainsaw Certification, chainsaw maintenance/repairs, and operating heavy duty equipment.

STUDENTS IN GRADES 11 AND 12

Program Dates: GRADE 11--SEM 2, GRADE 12--SEM 1

Credits Received:

Grade 11 students complete 4 courses for 16 credits:

• Skills Exploration 11A
• Science for Citizens 11
• Workplace Math 11
• Logging 11

Grade 12 students complete 3-4 courses for 12-16 credits:

• Career Life Connections 12 (CLC) - Optional
• Skills Exploration 12A: Auto/Heavy Duty and Welding modules
• Forestry 12 – Specialized Science
• Logging 12

Program Information

Would you like to earn part of your Math and Science credits in an outdoor classroom? Do you wonder what it takes to operate heavy equipment? If the answer is yes to any of these questions then the unique Forestry Trades Program at Charles Bloom Secondary is for you.

Click Here to watch a short Forestry Presentation for a full length video regarding the Forestry Program pleaseClick Here.

Forestry Program Presentation Live Recording Jan 10, 2022

Forestry Power Point Presentation

 Application Package

Forestry Application

Contact

Nathan Bartel 

Email: nbartel@sd22.bc.ca

BC Wildfire Service-Junior Firefighter Program

Vernon Fire Zone

Every summer the Vernon Fire Zone hires students from grade 12 to work with them for the season. It’s an opportunity for students to learn what it takes to be a wildland firefighter in BC. They will spend every day training, working as part of a team on work projects, and responding to wildland fires with their crews.

Program Information

BC Wildfire Service - Video

Jr. Fire Crew Information Package

Information Video 2024

Information Sessions will be held during lunch hour as follows:

CHARLES BLOOM ELEMENTARY/SECONDARY SCHOOL (Career Centre) – TBD

CLARENCE FULTON SECONDARY SCHOOL (room 222) – TBD

KALAMALKA SECONDARY SCHOOL (library) – TBD

VERNON SECONDARY SCHOOL (room 163) – TBD

WL SEATON SECONDARY SCHOOL (room 204) – TBD

Application Package

Jr. Fire Crew Application

Contact

Tim Thorpe

Phone: (250)549-6921

Email: tthorpe@sd22.bc.ca

Jean Minguy Memorial RCMP Youth Academy

The Jean Minguy Memorial RCMP Youth Academy will be held at the Vernon Army Camp in the Spring of each year. The RCMP, in partnership with School District 22, have designed this program for students aged 16-18 (16 as of April 1), who are interested in police sciences or law enforcement as a potential career. Up to 40 students from ten different school districts will participate in a mini training camp which simulates a police academy environment. It involves six days (Sunday through Friday) and simulates a Police Academy environment in which the students experience a variety of activities that a police cadet would have to complete, but in a condensed format. Students receive instruction and lectures on Law, Criminal Code, Police Defense Tactics, Traffic Studies, Physical Training and a variety of other topics. They will be involved in a great deal of role playing scenarios and will be required to work in a team capacity. Full participation is required to successfully complete the week.

Students who are interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement will get a very good insight in the training and demands placed on police officers. Students will be personally challenged in their leadership abilities, physical abilities, and mental toughness.

The cost is $350 per student (this fee includes meals and lodging).

All Applicants must complete the application package and submit it through their high school Career Coordinator.

 Program Information

Poster

Academy Information Page

Video 

 Application Package

Program Application

Contact

Debbie Meyer

Email: dmeyer@sd22.bc.ca

Firefighter for a Day

Program Information

If you are a Grade 10 student and are interested in learning more about Firefighting this opportunity could be for you!

Join the Vernon Fire Department for a day of learning. Activities will include; participating in drills, listening to various experiences from the voices of Firefighters and much more.

Application Package

Application

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information and application package

The best way to know if a school or a program is right for you is to experience it first hand.

• Sit in on a class
• Ask questions, meet instructors and connect with students
• Decide if a program is the right fit for you

Student for a Day through Okanagan College

If you are interested in the following Dual Credit Programs, visit Okanagan College Student for a day and fill out the form to set up a date and time to participate in Student for a Day:

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Structures
• Collision Repair/Refinishing Prep Technician
• Carpenter Joiner Foundation
• Studio Woodworking
• Professional Cook – Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts
• Electrical
• Plumbing and Piping
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
• Sheet Metal Worker
• Automotive Service Technician
• Heavy Mechanical Trades
• Recreation Vehicle Service Technician
• Welding Foundation
• Office Assistant
• Nursing Unit Assistant
• Healthcare Assistant
• Education Assistant

AND MUCH MORE!

Student for a Day through Thompson Rivers University

Visit campus, sit in on lectures, take a campus tour, have lunch with a Future Student Ambassador (current TRU student), and connect with a Future Student Advisor to get important information.

If you would like to register for student for a day through TRU please visit TRU Student for a day and register. 

 Please note:

• Transportation to and from the program are the responsibility of the student.

 Contact

Please contact your school Career Coordinator for more information