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Lester B. Pearson School Board - West Island Career Centre

Founded: 2003 Total Students: 21,000+

Overview
Facts & Figures
Admission Requirements
Opportunities
Scholarships
Additional Info.
Features

Overview

Lester B. Pearson School Board (LBPSB) is one of the largest English school boards in Quebec in terms of student enrollment, serving approximately 21,000 students in the Youth sector and approximately 8,700 in its Continuing Education sector. The Board is responsible for a network of 37 elementary schools, 13 secondary schools and 8 Continuing Education Centres. Gordon Robertson Beauty Academy, PACC Adult Education Centre, PACC Career Centre, Pearson Electrotechnology Centre, Place Cartier, Sources Adult and Career Centre, Verdun Adult and Career Centre, West Island Career Centre, Business Solutions.

West Island Career Centre

West Island Career Centre (WICC) is committed to creating a safe, caring and professional learning environment for all. The Centre provides students educational opportunities in Automobile Mechanics, Business, and Health. Whether it be in our fully equipped Automobile Mechanic shops, during remote learning in on-line theory classes, which are offered in all our programs, or our state of the art Health laboratories, WICC continuously strives for excellence in skills-based training.

Our faculty of educators are experts in a wide range of industry fields. Their knowledge and the cooperative learning atmosphere that is created amongst fellow classmates offers students an exceptional academic experience.
At West Island Career Centre, not only will you obtain the instructional expertise necessary to enter the workplace, but you will also be joining a wonderful community of lifelong learners, fostering many friendships along the way.

Students Life

TOTAL STUDENTS

21,000

Cost Per Year*

AVERAGE COST OF LIVING

CAD 11,000

Average Tuition Fee Per Year*

UNDERGRADUATE

CAD 10,000 - CAD 48,500

English Score Requirement

MINIMUM IELTS SCORE

UNDERGRADUATE

GRADUATE

MINIMUM TOEFL IBT

UNDERGRADUATE

GRADUATE

Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.

Admission Requirements

The Requirements must be fulfilled to get admitted to Lester B. Pearson School Board:

International students are considered on case-by-case basis. There can be some additional requirements, depending on the program you are applying to.
Students are required to submit their original transcripts from their last attended academic institutions. If they are not in English, then submit the translated copies of the same along with the originals.
Should provide the certificate issued by the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) that compares educational credentials from other countries to educational standards in Canada.
Applicants must be 18 years old at the time of the beginning of the course.
You need to submit your English language proficiency test scores if you are coming from a non-English speaking country.

Please note: If you are not a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, you must obtain a valid study permit before you come to Canada.

Opportunities

Career

The career and employability services at Lester B. Pearson School Board are highly acclaimed. The college faculty aims at providing the best possible jobs and training services to their students, a few of them are:

Career Counseling and Academic advising
Internships and On the Job Training
Resume, CV and Cover Letter Building
Job and Recruitment Fairs
Post Graduate Work Permit (PGWP)
Student and Alumni Career Postings
Job Ad Forms
Study Programs Abroad
Online Job Portals

Accomodation

Off-Campus Accommodations

Students have numerous options of finding an accommodation off-campus in nearby areas. Students can have access to studio apartments, paying guest facilities, sharing apartment complexes and many more.

Homestay

Homestays are an integral system of housing for students. Students have the opportunity to avail homestay facilities as per their discretion and choices. Homestay hosts include single people, young couples with children and pets, and older couples. All homestay accommodations have been inspected, and all adults in the home have completed a required criminal reference check.

Student Support

Student Support

Lester B. Pearson School Board carved a niche for itself owing to the exceptional student services made available to the students. There are a vast number of student services available at Memorial University, which help the students both old and new in numerous different ways. The following are a few of them:

Health and Dental Insurance Services
Off Campus Work Permit
Sports and Recreation Facilities
Conditional Offer Letter
Mental Health and Wellness Facilities
Orientation for new students
Open Houses and Campus Tours
Accessibility Services
Student Clubs and Societies
International Student Support Services

Scholarships

Features of Lester B. Pearson School Board - West Island Career Centre

Academic Counseling

Campus Security

Campus Shuttle

Career Support

Co-op Program

Day Care Centers

Financial Assistance

Food & Dining Sevices

Health Insurance

Internet Services

Internship & on-the-job training

Library Services

Mental Health Services

Orientation for new students

Parking and Transit

Recruitment Services

Social and Cultural Events

Tax Information (T2202A)

Work While Studying

Student Learning Centre

University Transfer Options

Continuing Education

Women Safety and Resources Centre

International Student Life Centre