Optician
Overview
| Tuition | N/A |
|---|---|
| Credential | Diploma |
| Length | This full-time program is four (4) academic terms and must be completed within three (3) years from the date the student began studies in the first term of the program. |
| Hours | <p> </p> <p>Classes may run for 4 hours per day between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday to Friday<strong>.</strong> Class times are subject to change.</p> <p>This program includes off-campus practice education at sites primarily located in Metro Vancouver. As practice education involves day and evening shifts that can start at 8:00 a.m. or end at 8:00 p.m., students are encouraged to choose accommodations that are close to Skytrain stations or bus stops.</p> <p> </p> |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start Dates | |
| PGWP | Not listed as eligible |
My time at Vancouver Community College’s Music and Dance Program has been nothing short of transformative. What began as a pursuit of artistic excellence evolved into a journey that not only refined my skills but also shaped me into a more confident and expressive individual.
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Job prospectives
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- Dental Technologist / Dental Technician
- Dental Lab Quality Control Specialist
- Dental Materials Sales Representative
- Dental Equipment Technician or Specialist
- CAD / CAM Designer for Dental Restorations
- Dental Laboratory Manager
- Dental Technology Instructor
Admission Requirement
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
- English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C-‘ grade, or equivalent
- Foundations of Math 11 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent
- Criminal Record Check (CRC)
- Students in this program are required to complete a CRC. The CRC must be completed according to VCC’s Criminal Record Check instructions. Students whose CRC results indicate they pose a risk to vulnerable populations will not be able to complete the requirements of the program (e.g. practicums) or graduate.
- Prior to first practice experience, students may be required to complete site specific orientation
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
- A sincere interest in working with patients in a sales environment
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
- Ability to listen empathetically and communicate effectively with a diverse patient population
- Good computer skills including correct typing technique and experience with the Internet, Windows, and Microsoft Office
- Ability to act respectfully, decisively, and professionally with patients and colleagues
- Good organization skills with an attention to detail
- Good eyesight (corrected vision is accepted)
- Creativity and mathematical aptitude are assets
Program Availability
Not currently available.
Courses
Course list is not available at the moment.
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
| Tuition deposit | $13,500 |
$10,000 non-refundable
Tuition deposits are payable usually within two (2) weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued. |
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| Application fee | $145 | |
| Tuition | $43,268 | |
| Student union | $283 | |
| College initiative | $104 | |
| Materials | not including textbooks | |
| Campus resource | ||
| Laundry | ||
| Uniform (Deposit) | ||
| Medical & Dental | $570 | Provided by Student Union |
| Temporary medical insurance | $149 | Medical Insurance for International Students |
| U-Pass | $752 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $45,747 |
- Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
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Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax
* Tuition and other fees are approximate and subject to increase up to 5% per year. Students will be required to pay increased rates if the fees change at any time during the period of enrolment in the program. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.
Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.
Application Process
International students must contact International Education advisors to confirm their study eligibility and the Continuing Studies (CS) department to verify their program eligibility.
This program is currently not accepting applications.
Contact us
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Program information
Program head name
Advising
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
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