Career Co-op Overview
Our Career Co-op Programs will get you working in Canada! Choose subjects related to your interests, and gain valuable skills that you can apply to the workforce. Our co-op programs are a minimum of 48 weeks up to 112 weeks in length.
Study Term
During their study term, students complete the required coursework for their selected career Diploma program(s). In addition, students complete elective coursework which will help them improve their English language skills and competencies.
Work Term
During their work term, students are encouraged to work in a job related to their Diploma program(s). To assist students in their job hunting, LCC offers free job support services to help our co-op students find work.
Post-work Tutorial
Review your strengths and weaknesses as an employee and formulate your future career plans.
HOW TO APPLY_____
STEP 1.
Review the admission policy and our other policies.
If needed, take our free online English assessment.
STEP 2.
Choose one of the following Co-op Programs.
STEP 3.
STEP 4.
Receive your letter of acceptance and apply for your co-op study and work permits!
Co-op
Entrance Requirements
Before registering for a program you will need to provide proof of English Proficiency. This can be done by providing a valid IELTS, TOEFL, CLBPT or CELPIP score or by taking LCC’s free online English assessment.
- Have proven English proficiency of at least a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) of 5 or higher in at least two skills (no skill lower than 4), OR successful completion of the Business Diploma Program (BDP).
Students with higher CLB levels but no Canadian work experience or resume are also encouraged to take BDP. Students with English levels below CLB 4 must enroll in language courses (not part of this diploma program) and provide evidence of sufficient English levels before beginning the diploma program(s).
By the start of the co-op work component, students must:
-Have successfully completed the co-op study component.
-Have a Canadian Study Permit and Co-op Work Permit
-Have a Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN).
-Have valid medical insurance coverage.
48 Week
Co-op Program
24 weeks study +
24 weeks work
64 Week
Co-op Program
32 weeks study +
32 weeks work
96 Week
Co-op Program
48 weeks study +
48 weeks work
112 Week
Co-op Program
56 weeks study +
56 weeks work
64 Week Co-op Programs
Global Tourism (GTD) with Co-op
Begin your co-op program with the Business Diploma Program (8 weeks).
Leadership Preparation (LPD) with Co-op
Begin your co-op program with the Business Diploma Program (8 weeks).
International Business Management Skills (IBMS) with Co-op
Begin your co-op program with the Business Diploma Program (8 weeks).
Professional Communication and Marketing (PCM) with Co-op
Begin your co-op program with the Business Diploma Program (8 weeks).
112 Week Co-op Programs
Marketing and Management (PCM + IBMS) with Co-op
Begin your co-op program with the Business Diploma Program (8 weeks).
Management and Leadership (IBMS & LPD) with Co-op
Begin your co-op program with the Business Diploma Program (8 weeks).
Management and Tourism (IBMS + GTD) with Co-op
Begin your co-op program with the Business Diploma Program (8 weeks).
Marketing and Tourism (PCM + GTD) with Co-op
Begin your co-op program with the Business Diploma Program (8 weeks).
Ready to start your co-op journey at LCC?
Still have questions?
Contact us at info@lcc.issbc.org
and check our co-op FAQ (frequently asked questions).
Co-op FAQ