District 38 Career Programs
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Thinking of going into the Trades?
The District Career office will be hosting several virtual information sessions, you can learn a trade and get certified while in high school. Some of the trade options include plumbing, cook, carpenter, electrician, aircraft engineer and more. You can earn both school credits and trade credentials while in high school. And the best part, these programs are provided for free, and you are paid for your trades learning.
Find out more at these upcoming ZOOM meetings:
Wednesday, December 18 from 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Wednesday, January 8 & 22 from 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, February 5 & 19 from 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, March 5 from 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Zoom Meeting ID: 616 3753 0153 Passcode 860349
Parents are welcome to attend.
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Intro to Early Childhood Education
Applications for the Fall 2025 program are available HERE. These are due Tuesday, March 4, 2025 (recommended to apply before March).
This program is only open to those currently in Grade 11 or to returning Grade 12's. Applicants will participate in an interview in the Spring with Langara College and SD38 Career Programs staff.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
- Course TUITION IS FREE!
- Successful students will EARN dual credits (high school and post-secondary) for the course(s) that support the continuation toward a full ECE certificate after high school.
- In first semester (Sept - Dec), Grade 12 student participants will attend Langara College and take these four courses:
- ECED 1102 - Child Growth and Development I
- ECED 1112 - Exploring the Environment I
- ECED 1116 - Knowing the Individual Child
- ECED 1119 - Practicum I
- Students return to their home school in semester 2 of Grade 12 to take remaining high school course work
PRE-REQUISITES AND STUDENT ATTRIBUTES
- English 12 completed by program start (preferred); otherwise, must have achieved a minimum of C+ in Language Arts 11
- ability to work both independently and in a group setting
- enjoys working with young children
- has excellent attendance
- registered in SD38 and entering Gr 12 in September
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KPU STRIVE – Soci 1125 Course
Richmond SD38 Career Programs is offering current grades 11 and 12 students the opportunity to take a FREE KPU Faculty of Arts course this January - April (see below). The pre-selected course (SOCI 1125) runs one evening per week at the Richmond Campus and this FREE TUITION is covered through the generosity of Scotiabank and their ScotiaRISE program. Students who are successful will earn both university and high school course credits.
Students who submit their applications to the SD38 Career Programs office by October 29th are automatically accepted. While this is open to all, priority is given to those who feel they may have barriers to university entry. This includes students who are not on track to graduate. KPU is offering many supports to ensure student success.
Application form is attached. Submit the application by Tuesday, October 29th to careerprograms@sd38.bc.ca
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Applications OPEN FOR YOUTH TRAIN IN TRADES 2025-2026
Applications are now available for our Youth Train in Trades programs to be taken in the 2025-2026 school year. First deadline to apply is Tuesday, February 11th, 2025, and the second deadline is Tuesday, April 8th, 2025. To view see "Our Programs" tab for more information about the Youth TRAIN in Trades programs offered by SD 38.
Our brochure is linked here and can also be found on "Our Programs" page.
Application Youth TRAIN-2025-2026 colour - FINAL.pdf
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Are you a hands-on kind of person? Are you wanting to pursue an education and training through apprenticeships, on-the-job training, or attending specialized education programs at a technical or vocational school. Then, you might want to explore this section dedicated to trades and the various programs that are offered through our SD38 Career District Office.
SD38 Careers Programs School District No. 38 (Richmond)
The Richmond SD38 Career Programs Office provides students with opportunities to explore a variety of career options while still in high school: https://careerprograms.sd38.bc.ca/about-us
Questions? Contact their office by emailing: careerprograms@sd38.bc.ca or call: 604-668-6000 (ext. 3766)
SD38 CPO Brochure 2023-24.pdf
School District 38 Dual Credit Programs - Important Dates & Deadlines
(More details and how to participate can be found on the SD38 Dual Credit Careers Program Website: https://careerprograms.sd38.bc.ca/
DEADLINE (TBA 2025): Richmond RCMP Youth Academy
Do you have an interest in policing or emergency services? Are you willing to take a risk, and push yourself out of your comfort zone? Do you want to live a healthy lifestyle, and to be physically fit (by the program start).
To be a successful applicant for this program you must pass the interview and physical fitness test.
You must be available for ALL FIVE DAYS plus the graduation evening in the summer (you cannot be working during this program or attending summer school).
Training will be held in the summer of 2024 (Date TBD). This program is for students entering Grade 11 or 12 in the next school year. Cost is $200.
For more information go to: https://careerprograms.sd38.bc.ca/our-programs/richmond-rcmp-youth-academy
Learn About SD38 Youth Train in Trades - Dual Credit Program Zoom Meetings
- Attend Q&A Virtual Sessions to learn how to receive high school credits and industry credentials
- FREE Tuition
-Earn high school credits for paid work in a trade
-Program entry requirements
For zoom meeting ID and password see your Career Programs slat board in the Career Centre to sign up.
Virtual Sessions will be held on the following dates: (dates will be posted in the fall)
NOVEMBER 2024
NOVEMBER 2024
DECEMBER 2024
JANUARY 2025
JANUARY 2025
FEBUBARY 2025
FEBURARY 2025
MARCH 2025
Programs Information Nights
NOVEMBER Trades Training & Apprenticeship Programs Virtual Information Session (TBA) PM
SD38 Parents are invited to attend to hear all about the Trade Training & Apprenticeship Programs, Dual Credit Programs offered at SD38. Listen to talks given to presentations given by Industry Speakers and Program Instructors. Your Zoom login and password can be found on the Career Programs slat board located just outside of the Counselling Department.
JANUARY ECE Assistant Program Offered at SD38 – Virtual Information Night (TBA) PM
Attend a Zoom info night and learn about the ECE Assistant Certification. Meet the program Coordinator. Suitable for students in Grade 10 or 11. Your Zoom login and password can be found on the Career Programs slat board located just outside of the Counselling Department.
JANUARY Health Care Programs Offered at SD38 – Virtual Information Night (TBA) PM
Attend a Zoom info night and learn about the Health Care or Medical Lab Assistant Program. Hear from VCC Teaching staff. Suitable for students in Grade 10 or 11. Your Zoom login and password can be found on the Career Programs slat board located just outside of the Counselling Department.
JANUARY Trades Training & Apprenticeship Programs - Virtual Information Session (TBA) PM
SD38 Parents are invited to attend to hear all about the Trade Training & Apprenticeship Programs, Dual Credit Programs offered at SD38 with tuition covered for the whole program. Hear from Industry Speakers and Program Instructors. Your Zoom login and password can be found on the Career Programs slat board located just outside of the Counselling Department.
FEBRUARY Manufacturing & Engineering Co-op Program (NEW) Offered at SD38 Information Night (TBA) PM
Attend a Zoom info night and learn about the MEC Program. The program runs full-time Semester 2 at Burnett Secondary School. Learn about Engineering, work experience, industry certification and exploration of the trades. Suitable for students in Grade 10 or 11. Your Zoom login and password can be found on the Career Programs slat board located just outside of the Counselling Department.
APPLICATION DEADLINE DATES for SD38 Dual Credit Programs:
FEBURARY SD38 Train in Trades Application Deadline (1st Due Date)
MARCH SD38 ECE Assistant Program Application Deadline
MARCH SD38 Manufacturing & Engineering (MEC) Application Deadline
APRIL SD38 Health Care Assistant Application Deadline
APRIL SD38 Medical Assistant Lab Application Deadline
APRRIL SD38 Trade in Trades Application Deadline (2nd Due Date)
MAY SD38 Link38 (KPU) Application Deadline
Other Trade Resources:
Government of Canada - Find Your Skilled Trade – (find a trade that fits your goals, search for in-demand trades, & find financial support): https://skilledtradesbc.ca/find-your-trade
Skills Trades BC – (find out more about youth in trades): https://skilledtradesbc.ca/youth
Skills Competences Canada – (explore industry sectors, related skilled trades & technologies, & specific skills needed for the job): https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/program/skills-for-success/#
Automotive Industries Association of Canada - Career Choices: https://www.aiacanada.com/careers-and-training/career-choices/
Mining Industry- Career Choices: https://mihr.ca/career-development/
CWB Welding Foundation - Why Become a Welder: https://www.cwbweldingfoundation.org/a-world-of-opportunities/
Boilermakers International Canada - What Do Boilermakers Do: https://boilermaker.ca/en/boilermakers-at-work/
Techskills - Careers in the Tech Industry: https://techskills.org/
Canadian Construction Association - Construction Careers: https://www.talentfitshere.ca