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Is Practical Nursing the Right Career for You?
01/07/2026

Is Practical Nursing the Right Career for You?

Pursuing a practical nursing career is not a task to take lightly! If becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is on your mind, you might be wondering how to know if a nursing career is right for you. As you probably know, nursing careers demand long hours, flexibility, and stability when there is

Student Spotlight: Laura Chiu’s Journey to Becoming a Primary Care Paramedic
01/05/2026

Student Spotlight: Laura Chiu’s Journey to Becoming a Primary Care Paramedic

Meet Laura Chiu, a dedicated student at our Vancouver campus who is currently enrolled in the Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) program. Driven by a desire to serve her community and build valuable hands‑on skills, Laura chose the paramedic path to make a meaningful impact in emergency healthcare.With ov

Graduate Success Story: How Marichu Jaro Found a New Path Through Business Administration
12/30/2025

Graduate Success Story: How Marichu Jaro Found a New Path Through Business Administration

After facing an unexpected career setback, Marichu Jaro made a bold decision that changed the course of her future. Today, she’s thriving in the property management and real estate field, an industry she once knew nothing about. When the company Marichu worked for declared bankruptcy, she knew she n

Monica VomarRohne, Health Care Assistant Upgrade
12/29/2025

Monica VomarRohne, Health Care Assistant Upgrade

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?I was working for Fraser Health.Why did you choose Sprott Shaw College?I chose Sprott Shaw College – Abbotsford because of its convenient location.How was the admissions process?It was really smooth and easy.What program did you choose and why

Riya Gulati, Early Childhood Educator
12/10/2025

Riya Gulati, Early Childhood Educator

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?Community SupportWhy did you choose Sprott Shaw College?Sprott Shaw College has a great location in the downtown area and offers a one-year Early Childhood Education program. After reading the exceptional Google reviews, I decided to choose Sp

From Corporate Life to Childcare: Indy Dhial’s Inspiring Journey
12/09/2025

From Corporate Life to Childcare: Indy Dhial’s Inspiring Journey

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to completely change careers and find your true calling? For Indy Dhial, that leap meant leaving a 16-year corporate career to pursue his passion for working with children. Today, he is not only a proud Early Childhood Educator (ECE) graduate from Sprott Shaw Co

What Do LPNs Do?: A Day in the Life of a Licensed Practical Nurse
12/04/2025

What Do LPNs Do?: A Day in the Life of a Licensed Practical Nurse

Interested in practical nursing? Ever wished you could experience a day as a practical nurse to see what it’s really like? Wondering what Licensed Practical Nurses actually do? If you’re considering a fulfilling career in healthcare, Licensed Practical Nurses (also known as LPNs) are the backbone of

Mathyl Pacheco’s Journey Through Sprott Shaw’s Practical Nursing Program
12/02/2025

Mathyl Pacheco’s Journey Through Sprott Shaw’s Practical Nursing Program

“This is the best decision I’ve ever made.” That’s how Mathyl Pacheco describes her experience in the Practical Nursing Program at Sprott Shaw College.Originally a nurse in the Philippines, Mathyl Pacheco came to Canada with big dreams but quickly realized becoming an Register Nurse here would take

Josephine Bell, Practical Nursing
11/27/2025

Josephine Bell, Practical Nursing

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?I was working as a Health Care Assistant and also a youth worker before attending Sprott Shaw for the Practical Nursing program.Why did you choose Sprott Shaw College?I chose Sprott Shaw for the flexible entry dates and convenient location as

From Classroom Project to Published Book: Trevor’s Journey in our Education Assistant Program
11/25/2025

From Classroom Project to Published Book: Trevor’s Journey in our Education Assistant Program

Meet Trevor Curtis Moore, a student at Sprott Shaw College’s Kelowna campus enrolled in the Education Assistant program. What started as a classroom project turned into something extraordinary, a published children’s book titled Gut the Goose and the Night the Moon Fell.Trevor’s inspiration to join

How Dexter Demfelix Built His Career with Sprott Shaw College
11/18/2025

How Dexter Demfelix Built His Career with Sprott Shaw College

Discovering a New Career PathWhen Dexter Dema Felix moved from the Philippines to Canada, he discovered a role that didn’t exist back home: Education Assistant (EA). Passionate about helping children with exceptionalities, Dexter enrolled in the Education Assistant program at our Kelowna campus to t

10 Reasons to Become a Licensed Practical Nurse
11/13/2025

10 Reasons to Become a Licensed Practical Nurse

Why does everyone seem to suggest becoming a nurse when you’re looking for a new career path? There are many reasons to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)! A career as an LPN offers great wages, fulfillment through making a positive impact, and only requires less than two years of post-secondar

Deepa Deopa, Early Childhood Education Basic
11/06/2025

Deepa Deopa, Early Childhood Education Basic

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?Before attending Sprott Shaw College, I was focused on exploring different career paths and gaining life experience while preparing myself for higher studies in Canada. During that time, I realized my strong passion for working with children a

Esraa Ahmad, Early Childhood Education
11/06/2025

Esraa Ahmad, Early Childhood Education

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?I was volunteering at a school during their lunchtime.Why did you choose Sprott Shaw College?I did my diligence and I found Sprott Shaw is one of the best college and the one I was looking for.How was the admissions process?It was very quick w

Pharmacy Assistant vs Pharmacy Technician: What’s the Difference?
10/28/2025

Pharmacy Assistant vs Pharmacy Technician: What’s the Difference?

Good hours, good pay, and good prospects. What careers have it all? This blog post will summarize the differences between Pharmacy Assistant vs Pharmacy Technician roles, both of which are great career choices for anyone considering going to college.Both Pharmacy Assistant and Pharmacy Technician po

Theresa Martyn, Valedictorian and Early Childhood Education Graduate
10/27/2025

Theresa Martyn, Valedictorian and Early Childhood Education Graduate

From the moment I walked into my first class at Sprott Shaw College, I knew I had made the right choice. Under the exceptional guidance of Carla Hees, every learning experience mattered. Her dedication, passion, and depth of knowledge inspired me to see early childhood education not just as a career

Cybersecurity Awareness Month
10/23/2025

Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Sprott Shaw College is proud to offer a Cybersecurity program that’s shaping and preparing the next generation of Cybersecurity professionals.Their work sometimes goes unnoticed, and that’s usually a good sign! Cybersecurity workers oftentimes work behind th

Nicole Morrell, Health Care Assistant
10/22/2025

Nicole Morrell, Health Care Assistant

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?I worked at a sporting arena for 16 years, starting from the bottom and working my way up through different roles. It was an awesome experience! When the pandemic hit, I took a job at a coffee shop and that’s where everything changed. I starte

Margaret McCormack, Community Support Worker – Social Services
10/16/2025

Margaret McCormack, Community Support Worker – Social Services

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?Before attending Sprott Shaw, I was a stay-at-home parent.Why did you choose Sprott Shaw College?Sprott Shaw has always been on my mind ever since I first tried to pursue my education over 15 years ago. I felt that the small class sizes would

Payroll VS Bookkeeping: Which Career is Right for You?
10/11/2025

Payroll VS Bookkeeping: Which Career is Right for You?

If you’re looking for a well-paying career that offers stability and room for growth, look no further! This blog post will break down payroll vs bookkeeping, which are both suitable for organized, detail-oriented individuals who are good with numbers. If this sounds like you and you’re looking to st

Manpreet Kaur, Health Care Assistant
10/06/2025

Manpreet Kaur, Health Care Assistant

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?I had a job as an office administratorWhere was your practicum or co-op and how was it?Bevan facility in Abbotsford, and it was greatIf you could give advice to someone coming to Sprott Shaw, what would you say?The staff at the Abbotsford camp

Solomon Abreha, Health Care Assistant
10/03/2025

Solomon Abreha, Health Care Assistant

I was born in Eritrea in 1974 and was among the top students in my country. However, due to war, I was forced into military service and spent over seven years in endless national service, unable to continue my education or build a future. Eventually, I escaped the front lines and found work with the

Cheyenne Hogan, Health Care Assistant
09/29/2025

Cheyenne Hogan, Health Care Assistant

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?I was a professional painter. I used to paint condos, apartments, and houses. I moved here from Winnipeg, MB.Why did you choose Sprott Shaw College?I heard good things about the College. I live in Mission, BC, and attending Sprott Shaw College

Netaya Eckert, Veterinary Assistant
09/26/2025

Netaya Eckert, Veterinary Assistant

What were you doing before attending Sprott Shaw College?I attended highschool in Central Saanich BC.Why did you choose Sprott Shaw College?I chose Sprott Shaw because my sister had attended Sprott Shaw and recommended it to me, and it was the closest and highest-rated VA program I had looked intoHo