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At Discovery Community College, we're very proud of our grads! They came to Discovery looking for new career paths, ready to challenge themselves, seeking to change the quality of their lives - and that's what they are achieving. That's our mission, and that's why they speak for us here.
Student Testimonials |
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Jeannie Baird, Graduate "Discovery Community College is a wonderful place with great staff and faculty! Shortly after graduation, myself and my husband Al purchased and are now managing a successful business - AJ's Laundry Service. The Administrative and Accounting Assistant Program helped prepare me to run the business. It taught me how to work with customers, bookkeeping and how to develop correspondence for new customers. I loved the small class size and the amount of one-on-one help provided by the instructors. It was a relaxed atmosphere and you could work at your own pace. I would recommend the program to anyone who was going back to school. It was a positive experience and I would do it all over again! " |
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Bonnie Vrabel, Graduate "I got a job right out of school! I was hired at the Coastal Community Credit Union in their Administration Department as an Accounting Clerk. The program was very helpful. It gave me the credentials to obtain my present position. Overall, the experience was great and I would do it again!" |
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Jody Pearson, Graduate "My experience at Discovery Community College was good for me. I enjoyed all the staff and instructors. It got me where I am now. I love my job - it's great. I meet new people everyday. I have the best of both worlds. Physical activity and office duties." |
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Leanne Cunningham, Graduate "Three years ago, I would never have imagined it but, enrolling and participating in the Community Support Worker program at Discovery College gave me the tools to achieve employment with AIDS Vancouver Island (Campbell River) where I work as a Client Services Worker. The diverse hands-on techniques, skills and creative concepts have been instrumental in helping me to create positive, caring, successful client/worker relationships." |
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Ernie Scow, Graduate "Thank you Discovery Community College, your training got me the job I was looking for in Port Hardy. I was late for the graduation ceremony as I had to attend an interview on graduation morning - what a graduation present!" |
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Beatriz Ayala, Graduate "Discovery Community College gave me the tools I needed to use on my new job. Immediately upon graduation, I was hired on the spot to work at a day program in Courtenay. This is the job that I dreamed of. I feel confident as I know what I am expected to give on the job. Discovery's Community Support Worker Program offered me exactly what I needed as I am now using all of the skill I learned in the program. Thank you Discovery Community College!" |
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Mandy Dixon, Graduate "Discovery Community College is a solid foundation for a parent to make a successful career change. I was able to earn my diploma, raise a family, continue in further studies in the evenings and weekends. Invest in yourself, the results are priceless, promote your ability to grow and access positive opportunity. My passion is the children and family programs that we teach at Laichwiltach Family Life Society. The Society and families are committed to building success together. I send my congratulations to the new graduates, your success is already present." |
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Lee Smith, Graduate "The staff at Discovery Community College were fundamental in supporting and motivating me to get my pre-requisites to start the Practical Nurse Access Program. They were also very helpful in providing funding information and helping me figure out what type of funding would be best for me. I learned critical thinking and was able to practice skills in the classroom due to the small class size. I found employment right out of graduation. I now manage a 6 bedroom Private Care Home. I also do wound and care plans for another company. Good luck to the next grad class!" |
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Kiel Yablonski, Graduate "Discovery Community College gave me the training and skills to get into the work force. The small class size, hands on training/experience matched with the superb teaching gave me the confidence and knowledge that I needed in my field." |
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Theresa Osmond, Graduate "I am presently working at St. Joseph Hospital, Cumberland Health Center and Laura Lodge. I wanted to go back to school but also work as soon as possible. My girl friend went to Discovery Community College and I saw how it changed her life. Before you knew it, I was enrolled too. It was the best change I have made in my life. I really enjoyed the hands on approach and it was a good overall experience. I loved the instructor, she was very good. I now have a very rewarding career!" |
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Graduate "It was a lot of fun!" "I started my own Forming and Framing Company during the course and presently have 4 employees in which 3 are graduates from Discovery Community College. My company covers the Vancouver Island area. The Instructors at Discovery Community College were helpful in teaching us how to network and establish business contacts. I also found the practicum very helpful. " |
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Kevin Hack, Graduate "I found a full-time job in Courtenay before I graduated thanks to the hands-on skills and knowledge I acquired in this great program. I cannot wait to graduate and start. I would recommend this program to anyone wanting to make a great living. Thank you Discovery College." |
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Majid Maher, Graduate "One week after graduation I started working as a carpenter. I presently work with several carpenters who took the Interior Finishing Program at Discovery Community College. By taking the program it really gave me an idea if this was what I wanted to do. The Instructor was excellent. He made me feel comfortable to ask questions and took time to show me how to do things. I am glad I took the course!" |
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Steven Renaud, Graduate "I enjoyed the course - it was great! "The course was mainly hands on which is a big thing for me. We had a good Instructor who was very patient. Once I graduated, I found employment with Home Mission Builders Inc. I am presently building my second home and am about to start building my third home. For me it was a upgrade and a refresher course. I firmly believe whatever you put into something is what you get out of it." |
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Darshan Bains, Graduate "Going back to college was one of the better decisions I have made. My experience at Discovery College has been an exceptional one. The staff gave me so much help and support. They have made my learning experience one to remember. The course itself was full of interesting and valuable information. Taking the Medical Office Assistant course led me to a position at the Quinsam Medical Centre." |
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Louise Kostick, Graduate "I started at Quinsam Medical as a Medical Office Assistant - front Desk Clerk and have moved up to Medical Billing Clerk. I love my job and what is has to offer. With Discovery giving me the opportunity of learning all the different areas of a Medical Clinic, I've had the opportunity to help when the clinic is busy in these areas. I'd like to thank once again Discovery Community College and their great staff in helping me achieve another notch in my belt to a better way of life." |
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Employer Testimonials |
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Quinsam Medical, Employer "We are happy with the performance of Discovery Community College graduates, their enthusiasm speaks for itself." |
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Laichwiltach, Employer "We would recommend Discovery Community College graduates, they have the basic skills to start on the job." |
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Echo Village, Employer "Over the past few weeks we have had a number of Discovery Community College students in our facility during their practicum. They are nearing completion of their program. The staff have found them to be one of the most pleasant, skillful and hardworking group of students they have had the opportunity to work with. In addition, I am duly impressed with the instructor's abilities and demands and actions she has taken with her students. She has supported her students and dealt with issues always in a professional and caring manner for both our residents and her students. It was a pleasure having them." |
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Trilogy, Employer "I am very pleased Discovery Community College has on site hands-on training. This is essential for obtaining the basic skills to do the job!" |
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Saywell Contracting, Employer "I have had the opportunity to hire a Discovery Community College graduate. He is very good and has the basic knowledge and skill set to do the job. By attending College he has obtained the knowledge of how to learn and apply what he has learned." |
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Qualicum Manor, Employer "We have had the opportunity to hire a Discovery Community College graduate as a part of our staff. She came to us when we were very needy for good staff members. She was able to slot into a position of importance, quickly taking on a lot of responsibility. She dealt with challenging situations efficiently and effectively. all her decisions were made well and when she knew she did not have the knowledge she approached the right people in the right way. She understands her own limits well. Her manner has always been open, enquiring and helpful. Hiring this DCC student was definitely for us a very worthwhile move. We will continue to look with great interest at students of the College." |
Discovery Community College is centrally located in Campbell River, British Columbia, with satellite centres in Cumberland, Duncan, Nanaimo, Port Alberni, and Qualicum. Discovery serves Vancouver Island and other select areas of British Columbia.
