Deaf and Hard of Hearing – Employment Skills (Advantage)
Overview
Apply strategies and tools related to work experience, career research, employment skills and self-assessment in this two-month, full-time online program.| Tuition | $1,603 |
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| Credential | Short Certificate |
| Length | 2 months |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Online |
| Campus | Broadway |
| Start Dates |
| Tuition | N/A |
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| Credential | Short Certificate |
| Length | 2 months |
| Hours | N/A |
| Delivery | Online |
| Campus | Broadway |
| Start Dates | |
| PGWP | Not listed as eligible |
What to expect
What you will learn
- Contribute to fair and inclusive employment practice in the workplace
- Examine workplace conflict situations and demonstrate ways to resolve conflicts
- Revise existing employment documents such as resumes, cover letters and references to match new career opportunities
- Advocate and express needs relating to ongoing workplace accommodations, training and awareness
- Demonstrate the importance of balancing cultural values and workplace dynamics
- Communicate requests and notifications to employers regarding employment transitions and internal advancements
- Prepare an employment resource package relating to ongoing career opportunities, advocacy and support and employment self-guidance
- Create a resource guide for ongoing resiliency relating to conflict and resolution
- Research and evaluate resources and services that support internal workplace advancement and career transitions
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
The program is 2 months of full time study. This program may be offered as a day or evening program. The maximum time for completion is 2 years.
Admission Requirement
Program-specific
- Completion of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Job Readiness Program Certificate within the last 5 years or department approval
- A letter of reference from an employer verifying current employment
- Completion of DHHE 0603 with a grade of "S" or equivalent as determined by Department Leader and EESC instructor
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
- Ability to work in groups and independently
- Ability to participate in group discussions
- Ability to recognize common problems associated with a particular workplace and identify possible solutions
Program Availability
Spring/Summer 2026 |
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| Program Start Date | May 2026 |
| Status | Closed |
| Application opens | June 1, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | |
Not currently available.
Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
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| DHHR 0631 | Self Awareness and Advocacy | 3 |
| DHHR 0632 | Employment Search Literacy | 3 |
| DHHR 0633 | Career Networking and Resources | 3 |
| DHHR 0634 | Workplace Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
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 Costs
| Application fee | $36 | |
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| Tuition | $1,603 | |
| Student union | $73 | |
| College initiative | $37 | |
| Campus resource | $33 | |
| U-Pass | $94 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $1,918 |
* 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.
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Technical requirement
| Campus resource | $33 |
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* 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.
Need help with tuition?
Explore your options for scholarships, grants, bursaries, and loans.
Technical requirement
How to Apply
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You will be directed to EducationPlannerBC.
Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
Contact us
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
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