Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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Develop language, speechreading, numeracy, and essential job skills with the support of experienced American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters. Intended for Deaf and hard of hearing adults.

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Programs

Program name Credit Tuition Length Start date(s)
Program name Deaf and Hard of Hearing – Employment Skills (Advantage) Credit Short Certificate Tuition $1,918 Length 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. Start date(s) May
Program name Deaf and Hard of Hearing – Essential Employment Skills Credit Certificate Tuition $6,898 Length

The program is 10 months of full-time study. The maximum time for completion is 3 years.

 Start date(s) Sep

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Standalone courses

These courses may be taken individually outside of VCC programs.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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Other learning options

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.