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to make the most of their unique talents. You can get a certificate in less than a year or a diploma in less than two years. Along with in-class education, you’ll get a valuable work placement, so you graduate with real-world experience.

UNCOMMONLY SUCCESSFUL

Bow Valley College graduates enjoy their time here and go on to great new careers. The five-year employment average for graduates of our career programs is 95% and 95% of our graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of their educational experience.

UNCONVENTIONALLY FLEXIBLE

At Bow Valley College, you get more than just a fast track to a career; you get a flexible track. We offer many career programs on a part-time basis if you want to work while you study. Or, if you want to study from home, you can take classes online or by homestudy. If you live outside of Calgary, you can take classes at any of our rural campuses located throughout Southern Alberta.If you need just a few more high school courses or academic upgrading, our high school credit courses are designed to fit your schedule and prepare you for success in your career. If your first language isn’t English, you can choose from a variety of full- and part-time ESL programs that will let you go on to a Bow Valley College career program or continue your career in Canada.

UNBEATABLE ENVIRONMENT

Bow Valley College is proud of our reputation as a warm and welcoming environment. Our supportive and knowledgeable staff and instructors help learners from all walks of life reach their goals – because we are committed to your success.Our downtown Calgary campus means you can get to school easily – the C-Train is just a block away, and many transit buses stop right at our door. You can easily access nearby services like the main branch of the public library and the sports and leisure facilities of the YWCA. Bow Valley College is with you every step of the way. If you’re not sure how to make the most out of your unique talent, give us a call. We’ll help get you to where you want to be.

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If you have always had an eye for details and a keen sense for organization, Bow Valley College can help you apply these natural abilities in a professional setting. Law firms, accounting, medical and dental offices all need people just like you.

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PART-TIME OFFICE CAREER PROGRAMS: Accounting Applications Certificate, Advanced Accounting Applications Certificate, Administrative Assistant for Small Business Certificate, Business Administration Certificate, Human Resources Certificate, Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate

LEGAL ASSISTANT

Get started in a law career in just 18 months. You will learn procedures involved in legal practice, basic knowledge of legal rights and principles, and secretarial skills as well as gain practical experience in a law office.

DENTAL BUSINESS ASSISTANT

Get behind the desk in a dentist’s office. You’ll get a background in all areas of the dental office, including dental science, dental charting, office management, billing, financial management and computer skills.

HOSPITAL UNIT CLERK

Be a key part of the hospital team. You’ll get classroom training and a workplace practicum to perform a variety of reception, clerical and administrative tasks at hospitals, continuing care centres and other medical facilities.

MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT

Put your organizational skills to work in a medical office, chiropractic clinic, optometry clinic, hospital, insurance company or private business. You’ll learn what it takes to help doctors and other health care professionals by performing a wide variety of clerical and administrative tasks.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

You can become an effective and skilled member of any office environment with training in up-to-date software applications, keyboarding, administrative procedures, information administration and communications, while improving your interpersonal skills.

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Take advantage of Alberta’s economic boom and unlimited possibilities for business. If you’re creative, have an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to sell ideas to others, you’re already halfway there. Bow Valley College can complete your training in one of our richly varied business programs – everything from accounting to interior decorating.

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event planner

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sales assistant administrator

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PART-TIME CAREERS IN BUSINESS: Managing Adult Personal Care Homes Certificate, Planning Special Events Certificate, Private Investigation and Security Certificate, Professional Interior Decorating Certificate, A+ Certificate, Advanced Web Site Development Certificate, Business Computer Certificate, Desktop Publishing Certificate, Network+ Certificate, Web Site Development Certificate, Word Processing Certificate

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Open the door to a world of options in business careers. With a broad range of general business backgrounds in accounting, finance, human resources, operations management and marketing, you’ll be set for a career in many business sectors.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Are you good with numbers? Get a background in accounting principles and computerized accounting programs and learn how to set up, open and operate a complete set of books, including financial statements.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Ever thought about a career in finance? Become familiar with the fundamentals of personal finance, insurance, investment and accounting. In just one year, you could have a new job in a bank or other financial institutions.

COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING AND DESIGN

Get the skills you need to work as an entry-level drafting technician in engineering, manufacturing and construction or architectural, design and drafting firms. You’ll gain an understanding of drafting theory, computer-aided drafting and design, and mechanical, civil and architecture drawings and design.

EVENTS MANAGEMENT

Get behind the event and build practical skills and knowledge to successfully plan, organize, manage, promote and evaluate special events including conferences, meetings, weddings and parties.

INTERIOR DECORATING AND MERCHANDISING

Get the knowledge you need to design with confidence, from decorating a home or office to creating a visual display. Find out about the latest trends and how to start your own business.

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long-term care support provider

licensed practical nurse

pharmacy technician

recreation therapist

health care aide

personal care attendant

rehabilitation practitioner

sterile processing technician

Enjoy helping people in a team environment? Are you caring and a strong communicator? You can be working in a pharmacy, hospital or nursing home. Your new career in health care is just a smart choice away.

careers in health care

PART-TIME HEALTH CAREER PROGRAMS: Health Care Interpreter Certificate, Practical Nurse Re-Entry Certificate, Practical Nurse Equivalency Certificate

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

Get behind the medical counter preparing, packing and labelling prescription medications for patients. With your keen attention to detail and excellent interpersonal communications skills, this is the career for you.

PRACTICAL NURSE

Help clients with daily living activities, perform assessments, provide prescribed medical treatments and create safe, comfortable environments for their patients. This program educates you to provide high-quality nursing care in hospitals, continuing- and community-care facilities and other health-related institutions.

HEALTH CARE AIDE

Get working assisting people in hospitals and other health care settings. You’ll be trained to provide personal assistance and support services for elderly, disabled, acute or chronically ill people who require short-term assistance or ongoing support.

MENTAL HEALTH AIDE

If you’re patient and compassionate with a desire to help others, you can build on your experience as a Health Care Aide to become a Mental Health Aide. This certificate gives you the skills to work with seniors, brain injured and the mentally ill in a variety of settings.

RECREATION THERAPY AIDE

Are you currently working as a Health Care Aide and wish to enhance your employability in recreational therapy? This program enhances the knowledge, skills and attitudes of Health Care Aides, allowing them to work effectively in a variety of recreational settings while improving the quality of life for their clients.

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probation officer

youth worker

corrections officer

child care worker

life skills coach

career coach

teaching assistant

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Do you want to make a difference in someone else’s life? If you enjoy working with people, can work as part of a team and are patient, sensitive and mature, you can get ready for a career in a day care, school, halfway house or hospital.

careers in human services

PART-TIME CAREERS FOR HELPING PEOPLE: Immigration Practitioner Certificate, Teaching English Abroad Certificate, Out-of-School Programming for School-Age Children Certificate, Food Service Worker Certificate, Nutrition Manager Certificate, Working with Exceptionalities Across the Lifespan Certificate

CORRECTIONAL STUDIES

Get the skills and knowledge you need to build a career as a federal or provincial correctional officer, youth worker, probation officer or parole officer.

DISABILITY AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Promote your personal and professional growth while gaining the knowledge, skill and ability to help improve the quality of life for people with disabilities.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Learn how to develop and implement programs designed to meet children’s social, physical, intellectual, creative, cultural and emotional needs and qualify to work as a Level 2 Day Care Worker or continue on to get your Early Childhood Education Diploma.

EARLY INTERVENTION

Learn how to facilitate early intervention strategies for young children and their families whose development may be affected by a handicapping condition.

LIFE SKILLS AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT COACH

Build the skills and knowledge you need to facilitate and coach all components of career development including job preparation and life management.

EDUCATION ASSISTANT/BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT

Work alongside teachers and other professionals supporting children with diverse learning needs in schools, day cares and other educational settings.

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programs and services for immigrants

Bow Valley College is the largest English as a Second Language provider in Calgary and has some of the finest ESL programs in Canada. We understand the needs of immigrants and provide a wide range of programs and services to help you learn English, build career skills or resume work in your profession.

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To get yourself settled in Canada and obtain work, you may need to upgrade your English skills. Bow Valley College has a variety of courses that can help you improve your level of English and help you get the job you are looking for. Our courses will prepare you for success in Bow Valley College’s career certificates and diplomas.

WORK EXPERIENCE FOR IMMIGRANTS PROGRAM

This 16-week program offers you 10 weeks of full- time, intensive, employment-related ESL training, and 6 weeks of work experience in an unpaid work placement that takes advantage of your previous experience and education.

DIRECTIONS FOR IMMIGRANTS IN TRADES AND PROFESSIONAL CAREERS

If you’re new to Canada, have professional credentials from your home country and would like to resume your career, we can help.


high school upgrading and employment preparation

Our academic upgrading courses are designed to fit your schedule, personal responsibilities and time commitments. Our experienced instructors are committed to your success and give you the attention and support you need.

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Our upgrading programs provide a variety of learning options to match your needs. We offer traditional class-room instruction or a more flexible learning schedule such as homestudy or online options. Courses are available during the day or in the evening. These courses will get you started towards success in the Bow Valley College career program of your choice.

ABORIGINAL PROGRAMS

Our programs combine quality high school upgrading and support for Aboriginal culture to promote successful transition to post-secondary programs or employment.

ARTSTREAM

This program allows students to begin their Alberta College of Art & Design programs while completing the upgrading they require.

LITERACY AND BASIC EDUCATION

Learn basic reading, writing and math skills. Facilitators will work with you as you practice writing messages, reading instructions and solving everyday math questions.

EMPLOYMENT PREPARATION PROGRAMS

Programs and courses such as New Opportunities for Work, Career Transitions and Apprentice Entrance Exam Preparation provide students with the employment, computer, math and other skills they need to get employment.


Apply early. Applications are non-competitive, and are accepted on an ongoing basis and are assessed on a first-come, first-served basis, upon receipt of all necessary documents and application fees.

If you plan to apply for funding, you should apply at least four to six weeks in advance of the program start date. You can apply for a loan before you’re accepted into the program of your choice.

Please visit www.bowvalleycollege.ca for program details, including current tuitions, entrance requirements, start dates, delivery method and campus.

1. Complete the Application for Admission Form, or apply online at www.bowvalleycollege.ca.

2. Submit the non-refundable application fee, if applicable:

Full-Time Programs $40 Domestic Applicants not currently registered in a Bow Valley College program

$100 International Applicants

The application fee can be paid by cash, money order, certified cheque, debit, Visa or MasterCard. Personal cheques will not be accepted.

3. Provide official transcripts, state-ment of marks or letter of standing. Official transcripts for high school education completed in Alberta can be obtained through:

(Note: There is a $10 fee per official transcript.)

Alberta Education, Transcript Unit 8th Floor, 11160 Jasper Avenue Edmonton, AB T5K 0L2 Tel: (780) 427-5732 Fax: (780) 422-2137

If you completed your education outside of Alberta, contact the appropriate department of education or institution and have transcripts sent directly to the address below. If you are applying directly from Academic Foundations at Bow Valley College, you do not need to submit transcripts.

4. Confirmation Deposit: $100 (applied to tuition). You will NOT be confirmed as a student until the confirmation deposit has been paid in full. The confirmation deposit will be applied to tuition, but is nonrefundable in the event you decide not to attend the College.

5. Attend an interview and/or testing, if applicable.

6. Submit TOEFL, or IQAS evaluation scores or equivalent, if applicable.

Application for Admission forms can be mailed, faxed or delivered to:

ADMISSIONS Bow Valley College 332 – 6 Avenue SE Calgary, AB T2G 4S6

Tel: (403) 410-1400 Toll-free within Alberta: 1-866-4-BVC-NOW (1-866-4-282-669) Fax: (403) 297-4887

If you have any questions about our admission procedures or the status of your application, please call us at (403) 410-1400.

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DEDICATED STUDENT ADVISORS

Our student advisors are ready to help you choose the course that’s right for you and help you to explore funding options. When you are a student at Bow Valley College, we continue to support you every step of the way.

DEDICATED INSTRUCTORS

Our instructors are experts in their subjects and they also understand the challenges and fears that students can face at school. Encouragement, patience and sharing your triumphs are an important part of the Bow Valley College experience.

DEDICATED RESOURCES

Our Learning Resource Services department, on our main campus, is where you’ll find staff, computers and many of the materials you’ll need to help you study, write a paper or get some extra help.

DEDICATED COUNSELLORS

Our experienced counsellors are on hand to help you solve any life problems that arise and keep you on the path to success in your program.

DEDICATED SERVICES

You can also access many of the services that you’d expect from a college – we have a cafeteria, bookstore and even a day care on our main campus. Plus, all full-time students get the benefits of a student health and dental plan.ST

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CAREERS IN BUSINESS

Accounting and Financial Management Certificate

60% English 20-1 or 30-2; Math 12; must be bondable

1 year $4,710 Accounting Assistant, Payroll Clerk, Accounts Receivable/Payable Clerk, Accountant

Business Administration Diploma (Bow Valley College)

Business Administration Diploma

60% English 30-1 or 30-2; 60% Math 12; must be bondable

2 years $8,210 Accountant, Marketing Manager, General Manager, Entrepreneur, Fundraiser, Property Manager

Bachelor of Management (University of Lethbridge), Bachelor of Administration (Athabasca University)

Financial Services Certificate

60% English 30-1 or 30-2; 60% Math 12; must be bondable

1 year $4,165 Financial Customer Service Representative, Financial Planner

Business Administration Diploma (Bow Valley College)

Computer-Aided Drafting and Design Certificate/Diploma

60 % English 30-2 or 30-1; 60% Math 12; 50% in Grade 12 science course

1 year/ 2 years

$4,910 (year 1)

Computer Design Consultant, Draftsperson, Land Surveyor, Architectural Designer

CADD Technical Illustration Diploma (Medicine Hat College), Courses recognized toward Engineering Drafting and Design Programs (Lethbridge Community College)

Events Management Certificate/Diploma

60% English 20-1 or 30-2; 60% Math 10

1 year/ 2 years

$4,710 (year 1) $4,260 (year 2)

Event Planner, Wedding Planner, Banquet Manager, Fundraiser, Volunteer Manager

Interior Decorating and Merchandising Certificate/Diploma

60% English 20-1 or 30-2; 60% Math 10

1 year/ 2 years

$4,710 (year 1) $4,260 (year 2)

Interior Decorator, Entrepreneur, Consultant, Visual Merchandiser, Set Designer, Exhibit Designer

CAREERS IN ADMINISTRATION

Dental Business Assistant Certificate

50% English 11 and 2 other Grade 11 subjects; keyboarding 20 wpm

21 weeks $3,385 Dental Office Assistant, Clerical and Administrative Support, Administrative Assistant

Hospital Unit Clerk Certificate


21 weeks $3,385 Hospital Unit Clerk or Ward Clerk

Legal Assistant Diploma

50% English 30/33; Grade 10 Math; possible police information check for practicum and field placements

2 years $8,210 Legal Secretary, Administrative Assistant

Bachelor of Professional Arts Degree (Athabasca University)

Medical Office Assistant Certificate


22 weeks $3,430 Medical Office Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Health Information Management Professional

Office Administration Certificate/Diploma

50% English 30-2; Math 10

1 year/ 2 years

$4,710 (year 1) $3,960 (year 2)

Payroll Clerk, Receptionist, General Manager

SAIT, Grande Prairie Regional College, Keyano College, Lethbridge Community College

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This table is intended only as a guide, and all information was correct at the time of printing. For complete and current admissions requirements and tuitions, visit www.bowvalleycollege.ca or call (403) 410-1400. The College reserves the right to deviate from what appears in this guide without prior notice, in order to serve the best interests of the College or due to circumstances beyond the College’s reasonable control. The College expressly denies responsibility or liability to any person who may suffer loss or who may be otherwise adversely affected by such a change.

CAREERS IN HEALTH CARE

Health Care Aide Certificate

Bow Valley College assessment

20 weeks $2,195 Health Care Aide, Rehabilitation Practitioner

Practical Nurse Diploma (Bow Valley College)

Pharmacy Technician Diploma

60% average English 30-1 or 30-2, Math 30, Biology 30 and Chemistry 30; keyboarding 35 wpm; security clearance

64 weeks $9,245 Pharmacy Technician, Sterile Processing Technician

Practical Nurse Diploma

60% English 30-1 or 70% English 30-2; Grade 12 Math; 60% Biology 30

2 years $8,440 Licensed Practical Nurse

Mental Health Aide Certificate

Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate

14 weeks $1,195 Mental Health Aide, Personal Attendant, Psychiatric Aide

Recreation Therapy Aide Certificate

Completion of Health Care Aide Certificate

15 weeks $1,405 Recreation Therapy Aide, Health Care Aide, Rehabilitation Practitioner

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CAREERS IN HUMAN SERVICES

Correctional Studies Diploma

50% English 12 or 30-1; police information check (PIC)

2 years $9,140 Correctional Officer, Probation Officer, Youth Worker, Customs Worker

Bachelor of Applied Arts – Correctional Studies (Lethbridge Community College), Bachelor of Professional Arts in Criminal Justice (Athabasca University)

Disability and Community Support Certificate/Diploma

60% Grade 12 English or 30-1 or 30-2; PIC; child intervention record check (CIRC)

36 weeks $4,115 (year 1) $5,200 (year 2)

Disability Care Worker, School Care Worker, Recreational Planning, Community Support Worker

Admission into second year of college disability programs in Alberta

Early Childhood Education Certificate/Diploma

50% Grade 12 English or 30-1 or 30-2; PIC; CIRC

36 weeks/ 2 years

$3,650 (year 1)

Child and Youth Care Worker, Educational Assistant

Admission into second year of college disability programs in Alberta

Early Intervention Diploma

Completion of Education Assistant Certificate or other related post-secondary certificate program

1 year $5,200 Early Intervention Worker, Family Support Worker

Education Assistant Certificate/ Behaviour Support Diploma

50% English 30-1 or 65% English 30-2; PIC; CIRC

36 weeks/ 2 years

$4,575 (year 1) $5,200 (year 2)

Educational Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker

Life Skills and Career Development Coach Certificate/Diploma

50% Grade 12 English or 30-1 or 30-2; department approval; 3 – 5 years’ experience

34 – 38 weeks/ 2 years

$4,640 to $4,980 (year 1) $4,645 (year 2)

Life Skills Coach, Career Development Professional, Career Practitioner

English as a Second Language

Requirements vary by program

Varies Varies We are the largest ESL provider in Calgary and can help you build English skills for college or work.

Bow Valley College career certificates and diplomas

High School/Academic Upgrading

Requirements vary by program

Varies Varies Take courses full- or part-time, during the day or evening, in the classroom, online or by homestudy.

Bow Valley College career certificates and diplomas


332 – 6 Avenue SE Calgary, AB T2G 4S6 Tel: (403) 410-1400 Toll-free within Alberta: 1-866-4-BVC-NOW (1-866-4-282-669)

Fax: (403) 297-4887 TTY: (403) 410-1412 [email protected] www.bowvalleycollege.ca

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