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 to ensure that he/she meets all the criteria.
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 admission 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 detemrines how they will pay their tuition. If the prospective student understands their rights and responsibilities, the student signs the contract. The Principal will then sign the contract.
8. The student will pay a $80.00 non-refundable application fee.
9. The Education Centre clerk will then prepare an acceptance letter. The acceptance letter along with a copy of the Enrolment Contract is mailed to the student.
10. All students are given a student handbook (which contains all the College policies as well) at their first class.
11. Each student will have a permanent record on file at Surrey College.
12. It is the responsibility of the student to supply the Surrey College office with notice of change of contact infromation such as: address, phone number, email, etc. The infromation is required for sending out student documents.

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.

In situations where the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of available seats in a program, selection of students will be in order of date on the Enrolment Contract.

Surrey College General Admission

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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.

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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. Two letters of reference (character)
   2. Clear Criminal Records check
   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.

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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.
   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

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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. Two letters of reference indicating suitability for this program
   2. Clear Criminal Records Check
   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.
      

Early Childhood Care & Education Post Basic Diploma

1. Applicants must be at least 19 years of age.
2. Applicants must have successfully completed the ECCE Certificate program.
3. 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.
4. Applicants must provide proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
5. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
6. Applicants must submit a completed and signed Surrey College Student Enrolment Contract that certifies that they have read the Surrey College policies and procedures.
7. Applicants must pay the $80.00 non-refundable enrolment and registration fee.
8. Applicant must submit:
   1. Two letters of reference from reputable community members and / or persons familiar with the applicant's experience in this field
   2. Clear Criminal Records Check
   3. Doctor's certificate of good health
   4. Tuberculosis clearance
   5. Rubella clearance.

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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. Two letters of reference
   2. Clear Criminal Records Check

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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
   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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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
   2. Negative TB Skin Test
   3. Two letters of reference
   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 the Program Co-ordinator or designate.

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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. Reference letter
   3. Clear Criminal Records Check
8. Applicants must have a successful interview with the Program Co-ordinator or designate.
   

Special Education Assistant Certificate

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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. Two letters of reference
   3. Clear Criminal Records Check.
8. Applicants must have a successful interview with Program Co-ordinator or designate.

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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. Two letters of reference
   3. Clear Criminal records check.
8. Applicants must have a successful interview with Program Co-ordinator or designate.

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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

Mature Student Entry

If the prospective student is 23 years of age or older before the beginning date of classes and they do not have a secondary school or post secondary school transcript or an Adult Dogwood or equivalent, they may apply for admission 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 applications 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 applications must submit a resume.

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 proof of Grade 12 completion: High School or Post-Secondary Transcript or Adult Dogwood or G.E.D.
4. Applicants must provide evidence of acceptable levels of reading, speaking and understanding skills of the English language. An assessment test may be required.
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. Doctor's certificate of good health
   2. Clear Criminal records check.