Douglas College

Vocational Education and Skills Training Program

“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

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 Campus

Region: Metro Vancouver (including Sea to Sky)