Overview

Study classroom theory and practical skills necessary for employment in a broad range of health and social services occupations. Practice what you learn in workplace settings to gain valuable and employable experience.

At Coast Mountain College our unique classroom settings, field work and local projects connect you to your community. 

Programs offered

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Northern Collaborative Baccalaureate Nursing (NCBNP) Registered Nurse

Nurses are in high-demand and career opportunities are practically unlimited. Our program is a collaborative degree with UNBC.
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Practical Nursing (LPN)

CMTN Practical Nursing Program provides the knowledge and skills needed to perform the full range of competencies identified by the BCCNM. Graduates will be prepared for a career as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Access to Practical Nursing

A pathway to further your education as a Licensed Practical Nurse, our program is designed for Health Care Assistant or Resident Care Attendant graduates.
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Health Care Assistant (HCA)

A dynamic program that combines classroom work with hands-on practicum sessions to learn and practice personal care skills that transfer directly into the work setting.
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Pre-ECCE pathway

Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE) | Infant and Toddler Educator Diploma

Educators are taught to provide quality care and education for children from birth to school-age in our inclusive atmosphere which also includes an Indigenous perspective in all courses.
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Exceptionalities Early Childhood Educator

This Diploma program is designed to prepare students to be provincially certified as an early childhood educator with a specialty in the care and education of children with exceptionalities.
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Education Assistant

Education Assistant

Prepare for a rewarding career supporting students with exceptionalities and challenges in elementary and secondary school settings.
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Social Service Worker (SSW) Certificate

An entry-level credential to gain career-ready social services worker skills and transfer your credits into our diploma program.
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Social Service Worker (SSW) Diploma

Combine classroom and field work with hands-on practicum sessions to learn and practice the skills needed to become a social services practitioner.
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Intro to Health

Intro to Health Practices

Introduction to Health Practices is open to grade 11 and 12 high school students. Enrol in our semester-long course to explore your professional aspirations and develop your academic plan towards a career in healthcare.
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  • Health Care Assistant

    Develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide professional care to the elderly and those facing other health or illness challenges. This 29 week, full-time program combines theory, lab study and practice experience. 

  • Social Service Worker

    Our Social Service Worker program integrates university credit courses with social service career courses and combines classroom theory with the practical skills necessary for employment.

  • Elevate your experience.

    At Coast Mountain College your classroom is connected to place - to rich cultures, rugged landscapes and breathtaking vistas.  Here, lifestyle and learning go hand in hand.