“Douglas College offers Vocational Education and Skills Training (VEST) programs aimed at individuals with disabilities or barriers to education and employment. These programs help students identify career paths, develop work skills, and transition to further education or employment. Programs include Career and Employment Preparation (CAEP), Fit and Ready for Skills Training (FRST), Local Industry Skills Training (LIST), and Customer Service and Cashier Training (CSCT). Graduates have found employment in fields like retail, food services, hospitality, and customer service. ” [Website]
Additional Details
Mandate: "Programs to help students identify career paths, develop work skills, or move on to additional education or employment." [Website]
Type of Resource: Community Agency
Services: Education Training Employment services
Languages: English
Subjects: Employment Post Secondary Skill development
Age Range: Adulthood (19+)
Target Users: Autistic, disabled, & neurodiverse people
Contact Information
Phone: 604-527-5478
Contact Name: Enrolment Services
700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC, Canada
Main New Westminster Campus700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC, Canada
Main New Westminster Campus
Region: Metro Vancouver (including Sea to Sky)