Overview

Coast Mountain College offers high-quality affordable education. Browse our programs by area of study and learn more about our exciting Field SchoolsDegree Partnerships and University Transfer opportunities. Our Educational Advisors are here to help if you have questions about our programs or the application process.

See why international students are choosing CMTN to complete their certificates, diplomas and associate degrees and what it's like to study in beautiful Northwest British Columbia. 

Explore programs open for international applications.

Note that all programs listed below vary in availability per academic term and year. Please scan the QR code or click here to view the most updated program availability for international students for 2024 to 2025. 

 


Arts

  • Associate of Arts Degree

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Our region and its Indigenous communities provides a rich environment to learn about cultural heritage and interpretation, archaeological and cultural assessment, and how those fields apply to tourism, museums, and community cultural resource management.

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  • Associate of Arts Degree

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    A key pathway to Social Services and Humanities Degrees such as English, History, Psychology and Anthropology. It is also a recognized and credible academic achievement that can be used to increase employability.

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: To be confirmed

    With this entry-level credential you will approach the problems of crime from a variety of perspectives. Ladder directly into our Criminology Diploma or Associate's Degree programs when you complete this certificate.

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  • Diploma

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Immerse yourself in the scientific study of crime, criminals and the criminal justice system. Our program includes a unique, supervised work placement in a criminal justice agency to gain valuable employment experience.

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  • Associate of Arts Degree

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Immerse yourself in the scientific study of crime, criminals and the criminal justice system. Our program includes a unique, supervised work placement in a criminal justice agency to gain valuable employment experience.

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  • Associate of Arts Degree

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Develop leadership and organizational skills along with a deep insight into the relationships between family, community structure, Indigenous perspectives, the political system, the role of resource extraction on community development, and different models for economic development.

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Business

  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September, January & May

    With this entry-level business credential, you will elevate your experience in the workforce and can continue to pursue your business diploma at CMTN.

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  • Diploma

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September, January & May

    Pursue a career in finance with CMTN's Business Administration Diploma accounting concentration.

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  • Diploma

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September, January & May

    Pursue a career in business. Our program is designed to transfer to degree programs at other universities in the province and around the world.

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  • Diploma

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September, January & May

    CMTN’s Business Administration program gives you the credentials and expertise to get ahead in today’s competitive workplace.

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 15 weeks

    Intakes: Fall

    Train to support an office or a business. Prepare for a new career or update existing skills with this 15-week refresher program.

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  • Post-Degree Diploma

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September, January & May

    Expand your career into the world of business. Support your existing undergraduate degree and acquire skills for business managers and entrepreneurs.

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  • Post-Degree Diploma

    Program length: 2 Years

    Intakes: September

    NEW! The Post-Degree Diploma in Professional Accounting is a unique program allowing you to build on your existing education with specific courses that will lead you to a career in accounting. 

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  • Statement of Completion

    Program length: 1 semester

    Intakes: Winter

    For International students interested in starting the Business Administration program at CMTN but do not meet the English language entry requirements.

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Health & Social Services

  • Diploma

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Educators are taught to provide quality care and education for children from birth to school-age in our inclusive atmosphere which also includes an Indigenous perspective in all courses.

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: Fall

    Prepare for a rewarding career supporting students with exceptionalities and challenges in elementary and secondary school settings. 

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September

    An entry-level credential to gain career-ready social services worker skills and transfer your credits into our diploma program.

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  • Diploma

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September

    Combine classroom and field work with hands-on practicum sessions to learn and practice the skills needed to become a social services practitioner.

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Science

  • Diploma

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Study rainforest ecology, fish and wildlife management and stream habitat restoration. Our outdoor classrooms take advantage of the best of BC's ecosystems.

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  • Post-Degree Diploma

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September & January

    Study rainforest ecology, fish and wildlife management and stream habitat restoration. Our outdoor classrooms take advantage of the best of BC's ecosystems.

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September & January

    With community-based projects and field-based studies, gain the skills needed for entry-level employment in natural resource, mining and mineral exploration, tourism, outdoor adventure and environmental industries.

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  • Associate of Science Degree

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    A key pathway into Biological, Health and Medical degrees and a recognized and credible academic achievement that can be used to increase employability.

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September & January

    Start the first year of an engineering degree at CMTN and then transfer into the second year at an institution and program of your choice. 

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  • Associate of Science Degree

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: September & January

    Explore a broad range of disciplines to develop an understanding of Earth’s related natural systems and processes. Fieldwork and field-based methods are an integral part of this Associate Degree.

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 1 year

    Intakes: September & January

    Our Physical Sciences program is the complete first year for a physics, chemistry, mathematics, computer science, or geoscience degree.

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Trades

  • Foundation

    Program length: 30 weeks

    Intakes: Fall

    Learn and practice the knowledge and abilities required to perform preventative maintenance, diagnose problems and repair vehicle systems.

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  • Foundation

    Program length: 24 weeks

    Intakes: Winter

    Learn and practice the skills needed to work as a carpenter in residential, commercial, light industrial or heavy construction fields in the areas of new construction, renovations and maintenance.

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  • Foundation

    Program length: 24 weeks

    Intakes: Fall & Winter

    Learn how to use materials, follow plans and make good decisions when installing and fixing equipment as an electrician on construction, industrial and residential sites.

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  • Foundation

    Program length: 43 weeks

    Intakes: Fall

    Gain the skills needed to become a hairstylist with this hands-on program which combines theory and practice in a salon setting.

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  • Foundation

    Program length: 36 weeks

    Intakes: Fall

    Learn and practice the skills needed to work with heavy-duty equipment repairs and maintenance needs.

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  • Certificate

    Program length: 16 weeks

    Intakes: To be confirmed

    Gain formal training in the nail industry as well as knowledge around the operation of a nail salon business with CMTN's Nail Technician Certificate.

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  • Apprenticeship

    Program length: Varies

    Intakes: Winter

    Learn and practice the skills needed to weld ferrous and non-ferrous metals in all positions on both plate and/or pipe, using various welding processes.

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  • Diploma

    Program length: 2 years

    Intakes: Fall

    Transform your culinary career with CMTN’s West Coast Culinary Diploma. This experiential program will prepare you for a career as a Chef with an understanding of local food source harvesting and processing. 

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  • Elevate your experience.

    At Coast Mountain College your classroom is connected to place - to rich cultures, rugged landscapes and breathtaking vistas.  Here, lifestyle and learning go hand in hand.