Building Service Worker Certificate
Campus
- Kelowna
- Vernon
Legend:
- Full program offered
- Partial program offered
Credential
Certificate
Delivery options
Part-Time
Tuition and fees
2023-24: $1,384.52
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plus applicable textbooks and/or materials
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All amounts are approximate and are subject to change.
Program details
This 114-hour Building Service Worker Certificate provides students with the knowledge and practical skills for entry into the building service industry in custodial work, and upgrading for those who are currently employed in the industry. The program includes theory, demonstrations, and practical skills training in the classroom and in appropriate work areas. Topics include: health and safety regulations, work-place professionalism, and basic and specialized cleaning.
Randy Garrecht
Randy Garrecht joined Okanagan College in 2008 as an instructor for the Building Services Worker Certificate program. Randy teaches the program in addition to working full-time as the Head Custodian for School District #23 in Kelowna, where he has worked as a custodian for the past 33. Randy also owns and operates G4 Cleaning Consulting and Training where he teaches and consults between Vernon and Osoyoos. Randy is also a Certified Level 2 Occupational First Aid Attendant.
Certified Building Services Worker, Surrey Continuing Education
Learner Centered Instructor, Okanagan College
Work Safe BC, Occupational First Aid Level 2, FACTS Kelowna
Two evenings a week, 6 - 9 p.m. online with some Saturdays in person for practical experience. This program is available for group contract training.
This program has not been scheduled. Contact askoc@okanagan.bc.ca for more information.
Admission requirements
- BC secondary school graduation, or equivalent, or 19 years of age and out of secondary school for at least one year as of the first day of classes.
- English 10 with minimum 50% or alternatives.
- Applicants are required to submit a physician's note confirming good health. Applicants must be capable of engaging in physical activities; including but not restricted to lifting. The medical examination must be undertaken not more than 6 months prior to enrolment in the program.
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