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Building Service Worker

2 week Full-time Certificate Program

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This intensive full-time, 70-hour, non-credit certificate program provides training in practical skills and cleaning procedures required in a variety of settings. The training reflects performance and knowledge standards required in the industry and emphasizes practical application of skills.

Career Opportunities:

Graduates of this program will be prepared for entry-level employment in the custodial field. It is also valuable for existing employees to upgrade and update skills.

Program Content:

The program consists of the following courses:

  • Building Service Worker Introduction
  • Chemistry of Cleaning
  • Above Floor Cleaning
  • Hard Floor Cleaning
  • Restroom and Shower Cleaning
  • Hard Floor and Restroom practice
  • Carpet Cleaning and disinfection
  • Carpet Cleaning Practice
  • Cooperative cleaning
  • Communication Skills
  • Time Standards
  • WHMIS

Course Delivery:

The program is full-time and offered over a 2 week period in both classroom and practicum settings.

Start Date:

July 3, 2012

Application Dates:

No application is required. Simply register for the program.

Program Requirements:

Basic English speaking, reading and writing skills

Note: Admission to this program does not necessarily meet the requirements for other programs at Vancouver Island University

This program is not eligible for student loans. Untitled Document

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:

The registration and fee information included here is for Canadian students only.
Contact the International Education office in Building 255 for information. International students must apply by following the
international student application procedure.