Stenberg College offers Fast-Track Career Programs for International Students

As an international student, a condensed career-training diploma program may be a great alternative to the traditional four-year degree. Stenberg College offers a variety of programs accepting international students, providing both job opportunity upon graduation and a great starting wage with room to grow. All of our programs include a practicum, providing you with real world experience and networking opportunities. Read below to learn more about these great career options.

Early Childhood Educator/Preschool Teacher: If you love to work with kids, this program could be a great fit for you. In this role, you will plan, organize, and lead activities for young children, helping to encourage their intellectual and emotional growth. Our unique 46 week program takes place onsite of a daycare facility, providing a hands-on experience. According to the 2008 ECE Registry Survey commissioned by the BC Ministry of Children & Family Development, the average wage for Early Childhood Educators in BC is $17.43 per hour

Community Support & Outreach Worker: Make a real difference in the lives of others with this rewarding program. Upon graduation, you will be qualified to assist individuals with a developmental disability and/or a mental health issue, encouraging and helping them to improve daily life. This 36 week program will prepare you to work in a variety of settings; including, outreach programs, residential housing units, and social services settings. The starting wage for this profession is $15.00 - $22.16 per hour.

Medical Office Assistant: A career in health care administration qualifies you to work in a variety of professional settings; including but not limited to, family practice, walk-in clinic, specialist office, and allied care facility. This 32 week program trains you to work with patient charts and medical records, manage databases, perform billing and bookkeeping, and much more. The starting wage for a Medical Office Assistant is $10 - $19/hr.

Stenberg College is a leading career college specializing in health care & human services based in Surrey, BC. For more information, call us toll-free at 1-866-580-2772.