Learn the latest techniques, methodologies, and approaches to teaching in vocational and trades training contexts.
What you will learn
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Design, deliver and evaluate adult learning and teaching reflecting various vocational instructional approaches.
- Create and manage a positive and engaging vocational learning environment that promotes respect for the diversity of learners.
- Act in an ethical and professional manner when working in an adult vocational education setting.
- Integrate critical reflection and self-regulated learning into personal and instructional practices.
- Demonstrate and promote critical thinking skills as a professional.
What to expect
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
7 credits (105 hours)
Completion time will vary depending on individual circumstances. The program is designed to allow for flexibility, and may be completed at an accelerated pace.
The program must be completed within 3 years.
Instructional strategies may include interactive lecture, presentations, assignments, guest speakers, discussions, group work, field trips, case studies.
Courses may be offered in online, face-to-face, and blended formats.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
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English language proficiency at an English 12 level, or equivalent
- Applicants will be required to have:
- Trade certification and be currently teaching or preparing to teach in a vocational setting, or
- Receive departmental approval
General
- This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. See program options for international students at VCC International.
- Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encouraged to connect with VCC’s university transfer team to learn more about VCC’s Indigenous Enrolment policy, application preparation/completion, program advising, and a range of other individualized services.
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program. Seats are offered to eligible applicants with completed applications, in order of application completion date (except for programs with competitive admissions). A complete application includes an application form, evidence of educational pre-requisites (e.g. transcripts), any required supporting documents (e.g. language proficiency, audition video), and the required deposit or fee payment. If you do not meet the requirements for the term applied, your application may be cancelled.
Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.
Recommended Characteristics
Students should have:
- a willingness to participate in a wide variety of instructional strategies, both face-to-face and online
- the ability to work independently and with others
Courses *
This program must be completed within 3 years.
Prior learning assessment and recognition
Students may request formal recognition of prior learning attained through informal education, work, or other life experience, including Indigenous ways of knowing. Credits may be granted to students who are able to sufficiently demonstrate the learning outcomes of specific courses.
PLAR is available for all courses in this program.
Applying for PLAR:
- Identify courses for which PLAR may be requested.
- Submit the following to the department:
- Actual curriculum products/artifacts created and used by the applicant in their workplace which are judged equivalent to the curriculum documents and course assignments.
- An essay in which the applicant describes the development of their thinking related to the themes, issues, and concepts of the course.
- A successful interview with the department.
Students may apply for a maximum of two program credits through PLAR. Tuition and fees may still apply to PLAR candidates.
To request PLAR, please contact the department directly.
See Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition policy for more information.
Students may also request transfer credit in accordance with VCC's Transfer Credit policy. Students are responsible for initiating the transfer credit process by completing a transfer credit request form available from the Registrar's Office. To request transfer credit for coursework successfully completed outside the BC transfer system, students will be required to provide detailed course outlines from the year/semester in which the courses were completed, and will need to arrange for official transcripts to be sent from the issuing institution to the Registrar's Office at VCC. For more information on transfer credit processes and requirements, please emailtransfercredit@vcc.ca.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| TRAI 3001 | Trades Training Fundamentals | 1 |
| TRAI 3002 | Trades Specific Facilitating Learning | 2 |
| TRAI 3003 | Trades Specific Assessment and Evaluation | 2 |
| TRAI 3004 | Trades Specific Student Engagement Techniques | 2 |
| Total Credits | 7 | |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
Fees and other costs *
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 36 | |
| Tuition Tuition | 1577 | |
| Student union | 0 | |
| College initiative | 21 | |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 64 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| Medical and Dental | 0 | |
| Temporary Medical Insurance | 0 | |
| U-PASS | 0 | |
| Graduation | 45 | |
| Program-specific extra fees | 0 | |
| Total |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
Apply now
To apply, please contact the School of Instructor Education at 604.871.7488, 604.871.7499 or by email at sie@vcc.ca.