CDI College of Business, Technology & Healthcare

Technology, Networking Programs

• Cybersecurity Technician

  The increased reliance on computer systems, the internet, connected technologies and smart devices has made cybersecurity a critical concern for organizations and individuals alike. Keeping devices, data and information secure and protected from risks and vulnerabilities is a critical area of activity for all organizations. This has led to an ever-growing increase in demand for individuals possessing the skills to assess, plan and implement a cybersecurity defense strategy.

  CDI College's Cybersecurity Specialist program can give you the training you need to pursue a career in helping to secure networked computer systems and their users. Your courses will cover everything you need to know about managing networks and computers, cybersecurity techniques, digital forensics, and more. You will also get prepared to write exams for valuable industry certifications, including Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) A+, Net+, Security+, CySA+, PenTest+; Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA); and Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE). Upon graduation, you will be ready to use your cyber security skills working for organizations of all sizes.

• Network Systems Engineer With Internship

  The Network Systems Engineer program is tailored for individuals aspiring to build a career in the comprehensive management of networked computer systems. This includes the crucial aspects of planning, implementation, administration, support, and security of both the systems and their users.

  At the core of the information technology industry lies the intricate web of network design, installation, upkeep, and management, alongside the deployment and operation of computer services. This program is structured to address these fundamental elements of the IT landscape.

  By enrolling in this program, students will gain a robust skill set that encompasses:

  1. Network planning and implementation
  2. System administration and maintenance
  3. Computer network management
  4. User support and troubleshooting

  The curriculum is carefully crafted to align with current industry demands, ensuring that graduates possess the practical skills and knowledge that employers are actively seeking. This comprehensive approach prepares students to tackle the multifaceted challenges of modern network systems engineering, positioning them for success in this dynamic and essential field of information technology.

Education, Teaching Programs

• Early Childhood Education

  If you believe that investing in future generations is important and that education starts before grade school, then sign up for CDI College's Early Childhood Education (ECE) program today! Join a diverse group of people eager to help young minds grow.

  Early Childhood Education Courses

  Learn how to engage children in many different social and creative activities to facilitate young people’s intellectual and social development through the program at CDI College. Industry professionals cover classroom management, curriculum planning, and daycare administration as well in your ECE courses.

  ECE Training

  During your training at CDI College, you’ll complete observation assignments and practicum hours required by the ministry in settings such as daycare centres or nurseries to ensure a balanced combination of theory and practice.

   

  As an in-demand Early Childhood Educator, your career path will provide you with many challenging and rewarding opportunities that are guaranteed to make lasting impressions on young lives.

   

   

  Get a certificate in early childhood education today by filling out the form to your right.

   

   

  Want to upgrade your training with an Early Childhood Education diploma? Check out our Post Basic programs specializing in 
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  Admission Requirements

   

  • High school graduation or equivalent*, or mature student** status.
  • Pass college's admissions test.
  • Criminal record check (in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act).
  • Interview with campus director, program coordinator, or designate.
  • Immunization report (form provided by the college).
  • Current resume (record of work history).
  • Three character references.
• Early Childhood Education Post Basic

  Increasing demand in recent years highlights a growing need for qualified personnel to work with young children as early childhood educators. Those jobs offer challenging and rewarding opportunities for people who want to play a part in children’s development and be helpful in their communities.

  In CDI College's Early Childhood Education Post Basic program, students learn how to engage children in many different social and creative activities to facilitate their intellectual and social development. They are also taught classroom management, curriculum planning, and daycare administration.

  As part of the program, students will be required to complete practica in various settings to develop and implement comprehensive projects that demonstrate their advanced knowledge as well as gain practical experience.

  As part of this program, students will be required to complete observation assignments that will take place in real-world childcare settings, which will be used to complete assignments. These observations hours required by the Ministry of Children & Family Development.

  The Early Childhood Education Post Basic program is an extension of the Early Childhood Education program. Students who wish to pursue their diploma in ECE Post Basic will graduate with specializations in both Infant/Toddler and Special Needs.

   

  Admission Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent, or mature student status.
  • Pass college admissions test.
  • Criminal record check (in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act).
  • Immunization report (form provided by the college).
  • Interview with campus director, program coordinator, or designate.
  • Current resume (record of work history).
  • Three character references.
  • Completion of a Basic Early Childhood Education program from an accredited college.

  *From an English-language teaching institution.
  **19 years of age upon starting classes and Pass the college's English admissions test.

  This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.

• Early Childhood Education Post Basic - Infant Toddler Specialization

  The Early Childhood Education Post Basic (Infant/Toddler Specialization) program is an extension to the ECE program. These courses are for students who are certified as an Early Childhood Educator or are in the process of completing the required hours of work experience. The advanced courses lead to a License to Practice as an Infant/Toddler Educator.

  In this program, students will learn how to work with infants and toddlers though a variety of hands-on training that combines theory and practice. The program covers advanced child growth and development; foundations of working with infants/toddlers; program planning; and more.

  In order to specialize, students must complete a practicum placement in an infant/toddler setting to develop and implement comprehensive projects that demonstrate their advanced knowledge as well as gain practical experience.

  Students will also be required to complete observation assignments that will take place in real-world childcare settings, which will be used to complete assignments. These observations hours required by the Ministry of Children & Family Development.

  Admission Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent*, or mature student** status.
  • Pass college admissions test.
  • Criminal record check (in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act).
  • Immunization report (form provided by the college).
  • Interview with campus director, program coordinator, or designate.
  • Current resume (record of work history).
  • Three character references.
  • Completion of a Basic Early Childhood Education program from an accredited college.

  *From an English-language teaching institution.
  **19 years of age upon starting classes and Pass the college's English admissions test.

  This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.

• Early Childhood Education Post Basic - Special Needs Specialization

  The Early Childhood Education Post Basic (Special Needs Specialization) program is an extension to the ECE program. These courses are for students who are certified as an Early Childhood Educator or are in the process of completing the required hours of work experience. The advanced courses lead to a License to Practice as Special Needs Educator.

  In this program, students will learn how to work with children through a variety of hands-on training that combines theory and practice. The program covers advanced child growth and development; foundations of working with children with special needs; advanced health, safety, and nutrition; program planning; and more.

  In order to specialize, students must complete a practicum placement in a special needs setting to develop and implement comprehensive projects that demonstrate their advanced knowledge as well as gain practical experience.

  Students will also be required to complete observation assignments that will take place in real-world childcare settings, which will be used to complete assignments. These observations hours required by the Ministry of Children & Family Development.

  Admission Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent*, or mature student** status.
  • Pass college admissions test.
  • Criminal record check (in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act).
  • Immunization report (form provided by the college).
  • Interview with campus director, program coordinator, or designate.
  • Current resume (record of work history).
  • Three character references.
  • Completion of a Basic Early Childhood Education program from an accredited college.

  *From an English-language teaching institution.
  **19 years of age upon starting classes and Pass the college's English admissions test.

  This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.

Healthcare, Wellness, Pharma Programs

• Health Care Assistant

  Health Care Assistants (HCAs) in British Columbia have an important and unique role within the health care system, supporting patients in a variety of facilities, including retirement homes, hospices, group homes, and long-term care facilities.

  Health Care Assistants

  If you enjoy being a caregiver and helping people live their best physical, emotional, and psychological lives, CDI College’s Health Care Assistant diploma program is for you.

   

  HCAs excel at listening and understanding the needs of their clients, including bathing and hygiene, interacting with family members, and assisting with medications.

   

  Hands-on Health Care Assistant Training

  To work as an HCA, you also need to hold occupational health and safety certifications. In the Health Care Assistant courses, you’ll complete Standard First Aid with CPR-C and AED, WHMIS, and FOODSAFE Level 1.

   

  You’ll also get to test your new skills in two work experience placements – one in assisted living, home support, or a group home, and the other in a complex or multi-level care environment.

   

   

  The Health Care Assistant program delivered by CDI College is recognized by the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry, and program graduates are eligible for registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.

   

   

  Fill out the form to your right to start your career as a Health Care Assistant!

   

   

   

  This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.

• Practical Nursing

  Ready to become a hero? CDI College’s Practical Nursing program is a British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP)-recognized program designed to prepare you for a professional career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

  BC Practical Nursing Courses

  The practical nursing courses at CDI College provide you with opportunities to develop, integrate, and demonstrate knowledge, skills, and judgement. Upon graduation, you’ll have the skills to efficiently deliver patient-centred, culturally sensitive care to individuals, families, and groups of all ages.

   

  During the program, you will participate in four work experience opportunities in a range of healthcare settings so you’re prepared to hit the ground running in your new career. You’ll also take part in a final preceptorship at the end of the program.

   

  Licensed Practical Nurse

  Practical nursing is the second largest nursing group in Canada, after Registered Nurses (RNs). LPNs treat health conditions, promote health, prevent illness and assist patients to achieve optimal levels of health and wellness. They work with a team of doctors and RNs to deliver the best possible care to patients in hospitals, long-term care facilities, doctor's offices, schools, and other healthcare settings.

   

  After completing every course in the Practical Nursing program, you’ll be eligible to apply to become an LPN through BCCNP.

   

   

  Apply to become a Practical Nurse today and fill out the form to your right.

   

   

  Admissions Requirements

   

  Students must meet all of the pre-requisites listed below, meet their financial obligations with the college, and acknowledge their understanding of the college’s policies and procedures provided in the student handbook, prior to starting classes.

  • High school graduation or equivalent.
  • Criminal record check (in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act).
  • Immunization report (form provided by the College) as required by clinical partner sites and recommended by the B.C. Centre for Disease Control (2009): diphtheria and tetanus, polio, hepatitis B, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), varicella, and influenza. Students who fail to comply with immunization requirements may be prohibited from attending practice education experiences by the health authority and clinical partner site policy.
  • Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray.
  • English 12 with a grade of C+ or Technical Communications 12 with a grade of B+.
  • Math 11 Principles with a grade of C (current B.C. curriculum) or Math 11 Foundations with a grade of C (commencing 2012).
  • Biology 12 (Human Biology) with a grade of C.
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology for Practical Nurses with a minimum grade of C+ or equivalent must be completed by the start of specified courses.

   

  English as an Additional Language

   

  Applicants with English as an additional language must meet the language requirements set by the CLPNBC (2011), and be successful in one of the following:

   

  International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – Academic Version with minimum scores of:

   

  • Overall band score: 7.0
  • Speaking: 7.0
  • Listening: 7.5 o Reading: 6.5
  • Writing: 7.0

   

  Canadian English Language Benchmarks Assessment for Nurses (CELBAN) with minimum scores of:

   

  • Speaking: 8
  • Listening: 10
  • Reading: 8
  • Writing: 7

   

  NOTE: Please view the CLPNBC current English requirements at the following site: https://www.clpnbc.org

   

  • Where applicable, submission of an international credential evaluation service report (e.g. ICES).
  • Successful interview with the PN program coordinator.
  • Signing of the PN Statement of Understanding.

   

  Additional Requirement:

   

  • CPR Level ‘C’ training is a requirement of this program and will be provided during the first semester.

   

   

  This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.

• NACC Personal Support Worker DE 2022

  Dedicated health care professionals are permanently in demand. CDI College’s Personal Support Worker program will help you gain the core skills to provide support for clients in private homes, residential care facilities or adult day care centres. You‘ll learn to promote the emotional, physical and mental well-being of your clients, as well as collaborate with other members of the extended health care team. You’ll also have several opportunities to put theory and skill into practice through multiple practicum placements. If you’re looking for a meaningful career that allows you to make a difference in the lives of many people in your community, the Personal Support Worker program is for you.

Veterinary, Animal Services Programs

• Veterinary Health Care Assistant

  The Veterinary Health Care Assistant program fully prepares the successful student to provide a large number of clinical and administrative services in a range of animal care facilities. In this health care field, the animal is the patient and the animal’s owner is the client.

  The multi-faceted work of the veterinary assistant spans the duties of the animal health technician and the veterinary office assistant. The veterinary assistant develops a set of skills that is useful to both clinical expertise and administrative skills in the veterinary practice.

  The pet care field is a growing industry where an increasing number of people choose pets as a part of their household.  An aging population adopt pets as companions, and animals can require as much care as their owners.

  Admission Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent*, or mature student** status.
  • Criminal record check (in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act).
  • Immunization report (form provided by college)

  *From an English-language teaching institution
  **19 years of age upon starting classes and Pass the college's admissions test

  This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.

Business, Accounting, Marketing Programs

• Logistics & Supply Chain Management

  Supply chain management deals with the logistics of the flow of goods and services from suppliers to consumers.

  Inside the supply chain are a number of stages such as procurement, storage, transportation and distribution, and requires a variety of skills including supply and demand estimation and forecasting, operations planning, financial planning, negotiation, technical and IT.

  The Logistics & Supply Chain Management diploma program is designed to prepare students to succeed in and excel in this field.

  The supply chain sector is one of the largest employers in Canada, with close to a million people employed in occupations directly related to it and is expected to steadily grow in the future offering tens of thousands of new positions every year.

• Office Administration

  The Office Administrator - Executive program is designed to help students develop the skills for the modern office environment.

  Students will become proficient at an advanced level in the Microsoft Office suite. In addition, they will be trained in related Microsoft business software. Students will learn general business skills and comprehensive bookkeeping skills as part of their general studies. Students in this diploma program will also gain experience with some of the most popular accounting software packages.

  Executive assistants are relied on by some of the country's most powerful business people and it takes a strong understanding of what they need in the day-to-day operations of their companies to be successful.

  The Office Administrator - Executive program at CDI College will provide students with the foundation they need to find employment in this vast career field.