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Office Administration for the Visually Impaired

Gain computing skills to succeed in your studies or work. This certificate program is designed to provide a flexible environment for students who are blind or visually impaired. Students are prepared for employment in entry-level computing positions or for further study at college or university.

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Program Description

The program is designed so that students can study part-time or full-time. All computing stations are equipped with JAWS For Windows or ZoomText adaptive software.

Start Length Credential Campus Part or Full‑time September 9 months Certificate Broadway Full-time

Admission Requirements

General

VCC welcomes applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

As Vancouver Community College is a post-secondary institution committed to educating adult learners, applicants should be 18 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.

Please note that you must submit official transcripts and educational documents to support your application; unfortunately, we cannot accept photocopies or fax versions.

Program Specific

1. Legally blind or meet requirements of CNIB Sight Enhancement Enrollment.
2. Grade 12 graduation or equivalent, including successful completion of English 12 or equivalent.
3. Keyboarding speed of 25 wpm (words per minute).

Recommended characteristics

• Good command of oral and written English
• Math 11 or business math
• Ability to work independently
• Good memory
• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds
• High interest in and empathy for other people
• Sensitivity to vision loss issues
• Maturity with positive self-image and high standards of personal integrity
• Competent with adaptive technology

Program Status

Accepting applications

VCC is accepting applications from international students.

Apply to this Program

Online     Fax     In Person If you're ready and know the program you want, apply now. Download and complete the (PDF) application form and fax to 604.871.7458. Visit us at one of our campus locations.

After you apply, you can check your to see if all of the requirements have been met or to update contact information. Please use the temporary login ID and Personal Identification Number (PIN) that you used to complete your original online application.

Fees and Other Costs

Application Fee Tuition Fee $30.00 $79.35 per credit hour

Other Costs

Cost Type Details College initiative fee $2.28 per credit hour Student union fee $24.81 per term U-Pass $120 Other costs U-PAS per term subject to eligibility.

Additional Information

For more information about adult programs for visually impaired learners, please call 604.871.7000, ext. 7339 or drop by the Broadway campus during regular business hours to speak with the services coordinator for students with disabilities.

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