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ADVENTURE TOURISM - LEVEL II DIPLOMA PROGRAM - YEAR 2027/28

DURATION

900 hrs

START DATE

13th September, 2027

END DATE

14th April, 2028 

Admission Requirements

Westcoast Adventure College will admit applicants to the College provided that:

a) they are Canadian citizens, permanent residents (permanent residents are required to provide proof of permanent resident status), or have a valid Student Visa, and

b) they are 19 years of age or older by the beginning of the academic term OR they have graduated High School (or equivalent).

Language Proficiency Requirements

Instruction at Westcoast Adventure College is conducted in English. Students whose first language is not English are required to undergo a Language Proficiency Assessment prior to

enrollment in order to ensure they have the language abilities necessary to successfully complete the program of their choice.

Language proficiency requirements are admission requirements and may not be waived by either the institution or the student. The following are accepted:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 46,

Canadian Academic English Language Assessment Test (CAEL) with a minimum score of 40, or

International English Language Testing (IELTS) with a minimum score of 5.5

In addition, a student whose first language is not English must complete an interview, either in person, via telephone or other means, with a staff member prior to attending the course.

Acceptance to the course is conditional on the staff member deeming their language skills sufficient not to affect the learning of the other students.

EQUIPMENT

$2000 approx. Required equipment not provided by the institution: 

• Headlight or Flashlight 
• Sleeping Bag 
• Sleeping Mat 
• Rain Gear (pants and jacket) 
• Hiking Boots or Running Shoes 
• 45-50L Back Pack (if you already have a larger one then that works too) 
• Whistle 
• Silva Ranger CL (or comparable) 
• Pocket Multi-Tool or Knife 
• Water Bottle 
• Warm clothes (no cotton or wool – polyester/fleece is best) 
• Wetsuit, Booties, and Gloves (5ml surfer suit with hood preferable or a more expensive drysuit) 
• 10L Drybag 
• Waterproof notepad

PROGRAM OUTLINE

PROGRAM TITLE: 

Adventure Tourism Level II 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 

The program prepares students for a career in Adventure Tourism. Students will become proficient in: 

• Best business practices in Adventure Tourism 
• Leadership and group management 
• Safety awareness, sound risk management and emergency procedures 
• Navigation, both on the land and on the water 

METHOD OF EVALUATION: 

Students are evaluated on the progress of skill development throughout the program. Formal assignments include written reports, practical demonstrations of skill, and formal exams are implemented for each course. In order to attain industry certifications such as Wilderness First Aid, Sea Kayaking and Transport Canada Marine Certifications, formal exams are also required.

COURSES:

• Adventure Tourism Business 
• Entrepreneurship 
• Environmental Stewardship 
• Heritage Interpretation
• Leadership & Communication
• Adventure Foundations 
• Camp Skills
• Practical First Aid
• Survival Skills
• Commercial Bear Viewing
• Sea Kayaking 
• Sailing
• Power Boat Operation 
• Marine Foundations

CERTIFICATIONS: 

• Advanced Wilderness First Aid
• Marine First Aid
• Small Vessel Operators Proficiency
• Domestic Vessel Safety
• Restricted Radio Operator License 
• Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of BC, Day Guide 
• International Sail and Power Association, Competent Crew
• Commercial Bear Viewing Guide

PROGRAM COSTS

TOTAL TUITION PAYABLE DURING CONTRACT TERM

$14,900 

REGISTRATION FEE

$250.00 to register and reserve my seat *non-refundable. 

PAYMENT #1

$7325.00 Deposit due on or before July 1st

PAYMENT #2

$7325.00 Deposit due on or before December 1st

Late fees will be levied at a rate of 5% per annum from the payment due date. 

REFUND POLICY AS PER PTIRU DIRECTIVES

Westcoast Adventure College’s tuition refund policy complies with the requirements of the Private Training Act and the Private Training Act Policy Manual published by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU).

Approved Programs – In-Class, Combined Delivery, or Synchronous Distance Delivery

Before the Program Start Date

If the institution receives a notice of withdrawal from a student before the program start date:

1. No more than seven days after the student signed the enrolment contract and before the program start date

The institution will refund 100% of tuition and all related fees, other than the application fee.

Related fees may include administrative fees, assessment fees, and fees charged for textbooks or other course materials.

2. More than seven days after the student signed the enrolment contract and before the program start date

The institution may retain up to 10% of tuition, to a maximum of $1,000, paid or payable under the enrolment contract.

After the Program Start Date

If the institution receives a notice of withdrawal from a student, or provides a notice of dismissal:

3. No later than seven days after the program start date

The institution may retain up to 10% of tuition, to a maximum of $1,000, paid or payable under the enrolment contract.

4. After the program start date and up to and including 10% of the hours of instruction have been provided

The institution may retain up to 10% of tuition paid or payable under the enrolment contract.

5. After more than 10% but before 30% of the hours of instruction have been provided

The institution may retain up to 30% of tuition paid or payable under the enrolment contract.

6. After more than 30% but before 50% of the hours of instruction have been provided

The institution may retain up to 50% of tuition paid or payable under the enrolment contract.

7. After more than 50% of the hours of instruction have been provided

No refund is due.

Student No-Show

If a student does not attend the first 30% of the program, the institution may retain up to 50% of the tuition paid under the student enrolment contract.

This provision does not apply to programs delivered solely by asynchronous distance education.

Course Materials

The institution will refund fees charged for textbooks or other course materials, including equipment and uniforms, if the student does not receive the course materials and:

• the student provides a notice of withdrawal;
• the institution provides a notice of dismissal; or
• the student does not attend any of the first 30% of the hours of instruction of the program.

Admission Requirements

If a student is enrolled in a program without having met the admission requirements, and the student did not misrepresent their knowledge or skills when applying for admission, the Registrar may order the institution to refund 100% of tuition and all related fees, including application fees.

Work Experience

If an institution fails to provide a required work experience component within 30 days of the contract end date, unless the Registrar determines that circumstances beyond the institution’s control prevented the institution from doing so, the institution will refund 100% of tuition and all related fees other than application fees.

Refunds

Refunds required under this policy will be paid to the student, or to the person who paid the tuition or fees on behalf of the student, within 30 days of the applicable date specified by PTIRU.

The institution will maintain a refund calculation and evidence that the refund was issued in the student’s record.

International Students – Study Permit Refusal

If an international student provides the institution with a copy of a refusal of their study permit, the applicable PTIRU refund provisions will apply as though the refusal were a notice of withdrawal, subject to the exceptions and conditions set out in the Private Training Act Policy Manual.

Source: Private Training Act Policy Manual, published November 3, 2025, Section 3.2.2 – Fees and tuition for approved programs.

PRIVATE TRAINING INSTITUTIONS REGULATORY UNIT 

Tel. (604) 569-0033 or 1-800-661-7441 

Fax. (778) 945-0606 

www.privatetraininginstitutions.gov.bc.ca 

PTI@gov.bc.ca

INSTITUTION DECLARATION

The institution agrees to deliver the program according to the terms of this contract. The institution reserves the right to make minor adjustments to the program curriculum and/or delivery. The institution certifies that the student has met the admission requirements for the program of study.

Institution Operating Name: WESTCOAST ADVENTURE COLLEGE LTD. 

Institution Number: 3115  

STUDENT DECLARATION

I DECLARE THAT:

• I consent to the sharing, in accordance with applicable Provincial privacy legislation, of my enrolment and reporting information between Westcoast Adventure College and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, as necessary, for the purposes of the International Student Program. 
• I have provided the college with accurate information about all existing medical conditions, both physical and mental. 
• I have read, understood and agree to the terms and conditions of this enrolment contract. 
• I will have sufficient funds available to make each payment date stated in the contract, regardless of student loan or bursaries availability dates. 

Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian Date Signed

Student Signature: