Education need not stop after high school, even after you’ve attained your degree, professional designation or trade certification.If you’re living in Victoria, you have access to all sorts of adult and continuing education. Many educational institutions offer courses and programs (either credited or not) for adult learners.
All three School Districts within the Greater Victoria area offer adult and continuing education programs, so that mature learners can attain a high school graduation certificate, or improve their knowledge in particular courses (perhaps to acquire credits or courses needed for specific post secondary education).
The Greater Victoria School District (School District 61) offers a comprehensive Continuing Education program for any adult learner who wants to complete high school graduation or who needs review in high school level academic courses. You may pursue personal or professional interests with computer training programs; complete the prerequisite for college or university, or simply take courses for personal interest. The Continuing Education Program offers two kinds of Grade 12 certificates: the 2004 Secondary School Graduation program and the Adult Graduation program. Both qualify students for entry into most post-secondary institutions.
The Sooke School District (School District 62) Continuing Education program is available to students who want to upgrade skills, improve basic literacy, achieve a high school diploma or complete prerequisite courses to post secondary programs. Classroom based courses are available on a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and online.
The Saanich School District (School District 63) offers courses through SIDES (South Island Distance Education School) Distributed Learning. Aboriginal adult learners in Saanich can access a variety of courses through the Saanich Adult Education Centre (SAEC).
There are over 200 continuing education courses offered at Camosun College . Do you want to upgrade your skills, gain certification in a high-demand field, improve on-the-job performance or simply learn something new?
The University of Victoria Continuing Studies program contains credit, non-credit and general interest courses, across a wide range of disciplines including:
Many studies have shown that a lifelong habit of learning contributes to your mental acuity as you age, so don’t pack up those books! Whether you need to acquire knowledge for your professional career, or just to keep your brain sharp, you’ll find what you need in one of the many continuing and adult education options that are available right here in beautiful Victoria.
Victoria Immigrant and Refugee Services (VIRCS) offers Pathways to Professions, Trades, and Entrepreneurship (P2PTE) which supports the social and economic integration of newcomers to provide employment services to newcomers who face multiple barriers to employment through the provision of employment, language testing, and training.
Visit Pathways to Professions, Trades, and Entrepreneurship for more information.
The Intercultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA) helps immigrants and refugees meet their goals in a new country including Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants (CPSI). The CPSI program helps newcomer professionals find meaningful employment that aligns with their pre-arrival education, training, and experience.
Visit Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants for more information.
The University of Victoria (UVIC) offers a range of professional, community and international programming options.
Visit Educational Resources at UVIC to check out their programs.
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Stronger BC at UVIC
Are you looking to advance your professional development and succeed in the competitive job market? Continuing Studies at UVic is proud to be supporting the StrongerBC Future Ready Action Plan to help you reach your full potential. The StrongerBC future skills grant, created by the Government of British Columbia, is designed to help eligible BC students’ progress in their careers and fill in-demand jobs. You could receive up to $3,500 to be put towards short-term skills training at BC public post-secondary institutions. This grant will build a future-ready workforce of 8,500 newly trained professionals over the next three years, which will help fill the skill gap. Don’t miss your chance to take your career to the next level!
Visit StrongBC at Uvic for more information.
Camosun College offers over 160 different programs, certificates, diplomas, applied degrees and apprenticeships.
Visit the Educational Resources at Camosun for more information
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StrongerBC at Camosun
The StrongerBC at Camosun Future Skills Grant (FSG) is available to individuals aged 19 and above living in British Columbia, irrespective of their financial situation. The grant provides funding of up to $3,500 per person for qualified short-term skills training offered by public post-secondary institutions. This grant is designed to enable learners to improve their skill sets and advance their careers, providing them with entry to well-paid, high-growth jobs.
Visit StrongerBC at Camosun for more information
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Camosun Empowering Women in Trades
The Camosun Empowering Women in Trades initiative was established to support trades training opportunities for women seeking to complete Red Seal apprenticeships in trades such as welding, sheet metal, mechanical, and construction.
Visit Camosun Empowering Women in Trades for more information.
With Professional and Continuing Studies at Royal Roads University, you can make your next leap at any stage of your career or life.
Visit Professional Development at Royal Roads for more information.
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StrongerBC at Royal Roads
Get up to $3,500 toward your tuition.
Develop new skills, gain industry-specific knowledge and accelerate your career.
The StrongerBC future skills grant is now available to British Columbians aged 19 or older, regardless of financial need. With 14 Royal Roads programs to choose from, you can take the training best suited to your career goals.
StrongerBC future skills grant applications for Fall 2023 courses and programs are at capacity.
Visit StrongerBC at Royal Roads for more information.
The Young Parent Program supports pregnant teens and young parents in a nurturing community while also providing a safe, stimulating environment for their children. In the on-site licensed infant/toddler centre the staff of experienced Early Childhood Educators provide responsive care for the children along with building respectful, trusting relationships with their families.
There are rich and varied experiences to support all aspects of children’s well-being while nurturing their cultural and familial traditions. The centre provides healthy snacks and lunches with a flexible schedule to meet the individual needs of the children.
The team of ECE’s, counselors and a Public Health Nurse offers prenatal and parenting education, individual and group counseling, support and advocacy. Parents are also given the opportunity to connect with other students to share the joys and challenges of parenthood.
Visit the Artemis Young Parent Program for more information.
Bridges has been providing life-changing employment and healing programs to women overcoming the effects of trauma and abuse since 1988. Bridges strives to create an environment where women feel safe to take on the challenge of changing their lives, realizing their dreams and taking their rightful place in society.
Visit Bridges for Women for more information.
The Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP) provides eligible First Nations students with funding to access education opportunities at the post-secondary level, including university and college entrance preparation programs.
Visit the First Nations Post-Secondary Student Support Program for more information.
WorkBC Centres support you in finding a job and keeping it. Services are available to all unemployed or precariously employed B.C. citizens legally eligible to work in B.C
WorkBC Centres and Indigenous Skills and Employment Training program offices will work with you to learn more about you such as your strengths, needs, and interests to assist you in finding a good job that pays a living wage.
Find a Work BC Location Near You
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services – VICTORIA
817A Fort Street
1-844-453-5506
8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Wednesday
8:30 am to 7:30 pm Thursday
10:00 am to 3:00 pm Friday
Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays – Closed
Visit WorkBC Assistive Technology Services – VICTORIA for more information.
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WorkBC Centre – Victoria – Douglas
#201-1483 Douglas Street
250-388-0858
8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday, Tuesday, Friday
8:30 am to 6:00 pm Wednesday
8:30 am to 3:00 pm Thursday
Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays – Closed
Visit WorkBC Centre – Victoria (Douglas) for more information.
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WorkBC Centre – Victoria – Borden
201-3962 Borden Street
250-479-9675
8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday, Tuesday, Friday
8:30 am to 6:00 pm Wednesday
8:30 am to 3:00 pm Thursday
Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays – Closed
Visit WorkBC Centre – Victoria (Borden) for more information.
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WorkBC Centre – Sidney
9860 Third Street
250-656-0134
8:30 am to 7:00 pm Monday
8:30 am to 4:30 pm Tuesday to Friday
Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays – Closed
Visit WorkBC Centre -(Sidney) for more information.
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WorkBC Centre – Sooke
Unit D, 6625 Sooke Road
250-642-3685
9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
11:00 am to 6:00 pm Wednesday
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays – Closed
Visit WorkBC Centre – (Sooke) for more information.
Women In Need (WIN) Society provides bursaries to our Self Sufficiency program participants so they can take their next steps along their journey towards financial independence and wellness, such as:
-Taking a training course
-Pursuing further education
-Beginning or further developing a small business.
-Finding ways to solve practical barriers to financial independence such as accessing technology, purchasing specialized equipment or PPE, learning a particular skill, or getting some support with childcare or transportation.
-Supporting someone to take care of their health and wellness such as purchasing prescription glasses, or accessing counselling.
Visit the WIN Self Sufficiency Program for more information.
If you self-identify as an Indigenous person, the federally funded Indigenous Skills and Employment Training (ISET) Program is designed to support you to meet your long-term career goals.
Indigenous service delivery partners can provide services from essential skills to employment-related programs and will assist you with finding employment, trades/apprenticeships, entrepreneurship, career development or access to disability-related employment supports. Financial assistance may be available during short- or long-term training and school, including tuition, books, safety tickets, personal protection equipment, tools, childcare, travel and living expense costs.
ISET providers are located throughout the province to serve First Nations, Métis, and Urban Indigenous Peoples. Each ISET provider can provide you more information on their program eligibility and services.
You are not limited to ISET provider services and can also access, in addition, the employment services at WorkBC Centres.
Visit Indigenous Skills and Employment Training for more info.