Electrical Trades

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Train for a rewarding career in electrical and renewable energy systems, gaining hands-on experience and industry skills.

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Programs

Program name Credit Tuition Length Start date(s)
Program name Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Foundation Credit Certificate Tuition $0 Length

The program is 25 weeks in length. Students have a maximum of three (3) years to complete the program.

 Start date(s) Jan, Sep
Program name Construction Electrician Apprentice Credit CCG Tuition $0 Length

The technical training (40 weeks) generally takes 4 years to complete, alongside 6000 hours of work-based training. There is no maximum time to completion.

 Start date(s) Varies
Program name Clean Energy Technology Credit Diploma Tuition $25,591 Length

The Clean Energy Technology Diploma program is 2 years in length. The maximum time to complete the program is 5 years.

 Start date(s) Sep
Program name Construction Electrician Foundation Credit Certificate Tuition $10,236 Length

The program is 24 weeks in length. Students have a maximum of three (3) years to complete the program. 

 Start date(s) Jan, May, Sep

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Open Studies

At VCC, you’re more than a student; you’re a future professional. Our priority is that you graduate with the skills that B.C. employers want and need.
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Continuing Studies

Upgrade your skills and talents in your spare time. VCC Continuing Studies programs are designed for working professionals, with most classes held during evenings and weekends.
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International Studies

Discover VCC’s wide variety of two-year diploma programs specifically designed for international students who wish to work in Canada after graduating.
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Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.