It's nearly impossible to find work with my HCA certificate. No one takes me seriously and I've realized I didn't learn the same materials that are taught at VIU, Camosun, or NIC. Recently, I was denied a position with island health due to my credentials coming from Sprott Shaw college. Sure, it was easier to get accepted into the college here initially, but had I known, I would've upgraded my high-school courses and just attended VIU. VIU is much more respected in areas beyond Vancouver island as well. Don't even try working outside the island with a certificate from here. read more

As a graduate of the Business Administration Management program, this college suited my needs perfectly. At the time of my decision to go back to school and earn an education (I use the word earn as there is nothing "pay to pass" about this college) I had been out of school for over 10 years. The thought of going back to school after being away from it from that long was a very nerve-wracking decision that weighed on my mind for many months before finally committing to speaking to the Career Advisor. Upon finally meeting face to face with the Advisor, the only questions she asked of me were simply, "What do you find interest in, and what do you think you could see yourself doing for a career?" She based her suggestions on my responses. Never once did she try and sign me up for a program that same day. In fact I was given all the information I needed and was told to go home and read over everything given. Upon making a decision on what I wanted to do, the courses themselves not only provided relevant information, but were kept engaging to the point that I never felt like I wasn't learning something new daily. The instructors that I had the pleasure of learning from were all very knowledgeable. I found the course load to be manageable, especially since for the majority of the time enrolled in the program, I had also been juggling outside employment. The continuous intake model that they use is very beneficial to someone like myself, who benefits most when I have the opportunity to only focus on one course at a time, rather than attempt to put enough focus on multiple courses at once. It catered to my learning style. All of the staff were forthcoming with support and information throughout my time there. They aided in me finding employment. (I managed to secure a temporary contract with the Federal Government during my time at Sprott Shaw, and certainly could not have been accepted to that body of work without their help) As someone who despised school as a child/teen, I have to say, that Sprott Shaw does an amazing job in getting someone interested in attending and working towards a certification in the field of their choosing. I would sincerely recommend at the very least, going into the campus and gathering information if even the slightest part of you wants to know what it would be like to revisit your quest for an education. read more

I graduated from Sprott Shaw Health Care Assistant program in 2012 with honours. Even though my student loan was a larger amount due to their higher fees, the course curriculum gave me the knowledge to land my first job as a HCA within two weeks of graduation. The staff were knowledgeable in each of their respective departments and were always there to help with any questions I had. I have had the opportunity to work with other individuals in my field of work who graduated from other Community Colleges with the same program and found that I was taught more and obtained more hands on experience. Sprott Shaw all the way..... read more

I graduated from the Marketing and Sales Program in 2005. It was a great experience. The staff was great and supportive. I liked the structure of the program and found it a great atmosphere to learn. Since graduating from Sprott Shaw, I have started my own marketing company as well as working for sign company that has won franchise of the year 4 times and top sales the last two years. I owe much of this success to the education and support I received at Sprott Shaw. I would recommend it to anyone looking to upgrade their education. read more