Policy

Surrey College is committed to enrolling students who meet all of our program admission criteria and who are likely to succeed in meeting their education and career goals.

Procedure

1. All inquiries are referred to the Education Centre clerks.
2. Prospective students are given a student information package. Clerks will review the admission criteria for the program with the student.
3. If deemed necessary, a student may be asked to write an English placement exam.
4. The Education Centre Clerk obtains evidence (eg. Transcript, proof of age, etc) from the student that he/she meets all of the program's application criteria and places the evidence in the student file.
5. Prospective students are told to read all the student-related policies on the Surrey College website: http://www.surreycollege.ca.
6. After receiving evidence that the prospective student meets all of the admission criteria, the prospective student completes a Student Enrolment Contract and the Education Centre Clerk reviews the contract with the prospective student.
7. The prospective student determines how they will pay their tuition if they are accepted. If the prospective student understands their rights and responsibilities, the student signs the contract.
8. The admissions committee will review the student's application and upon acceptance the Principal will then sign the contract.
9. The student will pay a $80.00 non-refundable application fee.
10. If the student is accepted, the Education Centre Clerk will prepare an acceptance letter. The acceptance letter along with a copy of the Enrolment Contract is mailed to the student.
11. If the student is not accepted, the Education Centre Clerk will prepare such letter and mail it to the applicant.
12. All accepted students are given a student handbook (which contains all the College policies as well) at their first class.
13. Each student will have a permanent record on file at Surrey College.
14. It is the responsibility of the student to supply the Surrey College office with notice of change of contact information such as: address, phone number, email, etc. The information is required for sending out student documents.

Program Admission Requirements

Surrey College will consider applications from any eligible candidates; however, admission to specific programs or courses may be restricted by space limitations or pre-requisite requirements.

Applied Behaviour Analysis Support Worker

1. Applicants must be at least 19 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicant must provide:
   1. One letter of reference from a professional.
   2. Clear Criminal Records Check current within one year.
   3. Recommended 1000 hours of documented ABA Experience.
   4. Completed Parent Verification of Hours form.
   5. Completed Qualified Evaluator Consultant registration form.
   6. Completed ABA experience verification and skill evaluation form.

Canadian Securities Supplementary Course

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.

Child and Youth Care

1. Applicants must be at least 19 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicant must submit:
   1. Written proof of volunteer or work experience with children and/or youth from their supervisor.
   2. A professional letter or recommendation highlighting suitability of candidate to work with children and/or youth.
   3. Handwritten entrance essay.
   4. Clear Criminal Records Check current within one year.
   5. Medical clearance document.
   6. Applicants must have a successful interview with a College representative.

Dental Receptionist

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.

Digital Graphic Design

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
   

Digital Photography

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.

Early Childhood Care & Education

1. Applicants must be at least 19 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicant must submit:
   1. One letter of reference from a professional.
   2. Clear Criminal Records Check current within one year.
   3. Doctor's certificate of Health.
   4. Tuberculosis clearance.
   5. Rubella clearance.
   6. Documented volunteer work of minimum of 40 hours.
   7. Handwritten essay on why they wish to take the ECCE program.

Hairdressing

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.

Make-up Artistry

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.

Medical Office Assistant

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicant must submit:
   1. One letter of reference from a professional.
   2. Clear Criminal Records Check within one year.

Medical Transcriptionist

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicant must submit:
   1. Clear Criminal Records Check current within one year.
   2. Certificate indicating a typing speed for at least 50 WPM in order to graduate.
      

Nail Technology

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.

Nursing Unit Clerk

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicant must submit:
   1. Clear Criminal Records Check current within one year.
   2. Negative TB Skin Test.
   3. One letter of reference from a professional.
   4. Completed Medical Approval form.
   5. Documented evidence of minimum of 45 WPM typing skills prior to graduation.
8. Applicants must have a successful interview with a College representative.

Orton Gillingham Tutor Training

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicants must submit:
   1. Handwritten letter of introduction.
   2. One letter of reference from a professional.
   3. Clear Criminal Records Check current within one year.
   4. Applicants must have a successful interview with a College representative.

Special Education Assistant Diploma

1. Applicants must be at least 19 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicants must submit:
   1. Handwritten letter of introduction.
   2. One letter of reference from a professional.
   3. Clear Criminal Records Check current within one year.
8. Applicants must have a successful interview with a College representative.

Teaching English as a Second Language

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicants must submit:
   1. Evidence of completion of an undergraduate degree from an English-speaking university.
   2. Minimum English requirements as shown below:

TOEFL	Computer based 213 / Paper based 550
and TWE or Writing score on CBT	5~ recommend 5.5
and TSE~	55~ recommend 60
or IBT	80 overall with a minimum score of 20 in each area
or IELTS	6.5 overall
or MELAB	85 / with a speaking test score 4
or CanTEST	Listening, reading, writing 5, speaking 4.5
or CAEL	Band 60 overall, with a minimum of 60 in each of the writing and speaking subtests

Veterinary Hospital Assistant Diploma

1. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or landed immigrants. International students must provide a current Student Visa. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their birth certificate, Canadian citizenship card, or Canadian Permanent Residency card.
3. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required (completed minimum BC - English 12).
4. Applicants must provide the school with a copy of their high school diploma, Adult Dogwood, G.E.D., or Mature Student Entry (resume).
5. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
6. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
7. Applicants must submit:
   1. Clear Criminal Records Check current within one year.
   2. Doctor's Certificate of good health.

Mature Student Entry

If the prospective student is 23 years of age or older before the beginning date of the classes and they do not have a secondary school or post secondary school transcript or an Adult Dogwood or equivalent, they may apply for admissions to Surrey College as a mature student.

Mature students must meet all specific entrance requirements of the program to which they are applying. Please refer to the individual program descriptions on the Surrey College website (http://www.surreycollege.ca) for the additional admission requirements.

Mature student applicants are recommended to have:

1. A minimum of two years of work experience or significant life experience, and.
2. Have completed previous academic studies outside of British Columbia, Canada.

Mature Student applicants must submit a resume.