Career Link Education and Training Links
Interested in learning more, improving yourself and getting a better job?
You may be eligible for training or educational funding. Talk to your counsellor for more information. If you haven't got a counsellor yet, call us at 604.485.7958 to set up your first appointment with one.
Click on the headings below to reveal links to many educational sites around BC and Canada.
- Serving It Right
An interactive, self-study course that will educate you about your legal responsibilities when serving liquor. - FOODSAFE
A comprehensive food safety training program designed for the food service industry. - High School Courses
Complete your high school courses on-line - Online Practice Drivers Test
Test your knowledge before taking your written drivers test. - Online Typing Test
Take this practice test to gauge your speed. An electronic typing tutor is available at Career Link.
- All About Learning
Find out how you learn best. - Single Parent Employment Initiative information
Support for single parents on income and disability assistance find and secure long-term sustainable employment. - BC Course Transfer Credit
Click on Transfer Tips on the menu to the left for a full explanation of the process. - BC Adult Graduation Diploma
Learn about BC's adult graduation program. - BC Student Outcomes
Check here for student outcomes after graduation from BC colleges and institutes. - Canadian Scholarships
Explore this extensive database for scholarships, student awards, bursaries and grants. - Can Learn
Use the planning tools on this site to explore learning opportunities, research occupations, and create a financial plan to reach your goals. - Columbia Foundation Scholarship
This foundation accepts on-line applications for it's awards programs. - Cross-Canada School Finder
Use the “program search” feature to explore offerings in more than 1,400 universities and colleges in Canada. - Education Planner
Find training programs at BC public post-secondary institutes. - Free Tutorials
This site provides basic training in computer, math, and workplace skills. - High School Transcripts
Use this site to find out how to obtain your High School transcript. - Mind Tools
This site features interactive learning activities in the areas of stress management, memory improvement, and time management, among others. - StudentAid BC
In addition to providing a host of information, this site allows people to apply online and to check the status of their application. - UC411
Explore this Canada-wide college and university info site.
- British Columbia Institute of Technology - Burnaby, BC
- Camosun College - Victoria, BC
- Capilano University - North Vancouver, BC
- College of New Caledonia - Prince George, BC
- College of the Rockies - Cranbrook, BC
- Douglas College - New Westminster, BC
- Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design - Vancouver, BC
- Justice Institute of British Columbia - New Westminster, BC
- Kootenay School of the Arts Cooperative - Nelson, BC
- Kwantlen University-College - Surrey, BC
- Langara College - Vancouver, BC
- Nicola Valley Institute of Technology - Merritt, BC
- North Island College - Courtenay, BC
- Northern Lights College - Dawson Creek, BC
- Northwest Community College - Terrace, BC
- Okanagan College - Kelowna, BC
- Royal Roads University - Victoria, BC
- Selkirk College - Castlegar, BC
- Simon Fraser University - Burnaby, BC
- Thompson Rivers University - Kamloops, BC
- Trinity Western University - Langley, BC
- TRU Open Learning - Burnaby, BC
- University of Fraser Valley - Abbotsford, BC
- University of British Columbia - Vancouver, BC
- University of Northern British Columbia - Prince George, BC
- University of Victoria - Victoria, BC
- Vancouver Community College - Vancouver, BC
- Vancouver Island University - Nanaimo, BC
- Vancouver Island University - Powell River Campus - Powell River, BC
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Local and Online Training Programs
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First Aid Training | Fire Suppression | |||
Vital Training
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BC Forest Service Instructor In Person (Ctrl F to search for “Powell River” instructors) |
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St. John Ambulance Courtenay 1-250-897-1098 #107-1742 Cliffe Avenue |
North Island College Campbell River/Comox 1-800-715-0914 |
Canadian Critical Sour Safety (Victoria, Nanaimo, Courtenay and On-site) 1-250-263-4400
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Enform/HeartSafe Comox/Nanaimo |
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St. John Ambulance Powell River Marie Rumley: 604-483-2250 |
St. John Ambulance Online |
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Vancouver Island University Nanaimo Online |
Clarity Safety Solutions Inc. 7236 Jordan Street Powell River, BC V8A 1N1 Cell: 604.414.4572 |
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Vancouver Island University Nanaimo Online |
Clarity Safety Solutions Inc. 7236 Jordan Street Powell River, BC V8A 1N1 Cell: 604.414.4572 |
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Construction Safety Training System (CSTS) | ||||
Vancouver Island Construction Association Online or Home Study |
BC Construction Safety Alliance Online (Allow 1-2 business days for registration) |
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Fall Protection | ||||
Vancouver Island University Nanaimo Online |
Clarity Safety Solutions Inc. 7236 Jordan Street Powell River, BC V8A 1N1 Cell: 604.414.4572 |
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Food Safety for Food Handlers | Forklift Training | |||
Vancouver Island University Nanaimo Online |
KP Certification Powell River 604.414.5797 |
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Marine Training | Scissor Lift Training | |||
North Island College Campbell River/Comox 1-800-715-0914 |
KP Certification Powell River 604.414.5797 |
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods | WorkSafeBC Transport Endorsement | |||
Vancouver Island University Nanaimo Online |
Vital Training |
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Basic Asbestos Awareness Training | Responsible Adult Training | |||
Clarity Safety Solutions Inc. 7236 Jordan Street Powell River, BC V8A 1N1 Cell: 604.414.4572 |
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